Splurge & Steals

On this Fashion Friday I thought, 

not only would it be fun to showcase some of the seasons best trends 

but to also show you that you can find said items... 

At any price point from MANY different designers/ retailers.

So can you tell the difference?!

Embellished Sweaters...

Stripped Tops

 Lace Tops

 Leather Dresses 

Happy guessing and... maybe even some shopping now! ;)

Fashion Friday Challenge

The White Tee :

easy for bed, simple for a jog, cute paired with jeans and converse

and then a million different other ways!

it is a true closet staple.

the simplest, chicest & cheapest item you own

(i mean you can literally get them at target under $10)

you should have several!

and in all styles...

crew, scoop necks, v-necks, 3 quarter & long sleeve

so show me what you've got for the next 36 days! 

ends november 30th

(that's right i am giving you a head start to purchase and plan) 

show off your ensembles 

STARRING the ever classic & chic WHITE TEE!

are you in?

remember you must follow us on

instagram, facebook & twitter

tag the photo you post with the hashtag so we can ALL see your fab'ness

#secretswhitetees

<3

pucker up

i have always been one to stick with what i am comfortable with

 (for day to day wear)

but on a special occasion, all bets are off!

bring on the extra glitzy stuff

(and lots of it)

after all, that is the most fun in being a lady...

and luckily for us

it is very attainable, and can even be affordable!

all it takes is a fresh face WITH beauteous lips

it's very easy for me to fall head over heels with 

all things fall, so i'm sharing some of my fave darker hues!

these are some lovely shades i have been trying from 

MARY KAY

( if you are interested in any of the products please let me know as i have a consultant for you!)

they are creme lipsticks, which is a far cry from my typical glosses!

however, i am enjoying the long lasting wear of these

and the hues are amazing

i first apply a balm for lip conditioning ( i use )

have you tried any darker hues for the season?

any recommendations to share?

oh and did i mention...

i have samples for you too!

what's happening?

i love the fall but i do not enjoy halloween, 

strange i know!

i am obsessed with flowers,

 especially in the fall!

i just celebrated my 8 year anniversary

 with "TLOML" <3

i'm in the midst of planning a party, which I'll be hosting this weekend!

 *you know i love a good party! 

AND i am super excited to see friends & enjoy a fun day!

i don't know why but rihannas songs are really so catchy to me!

 i've been playing "what now" like its my job. ;-)

i'm very close with my family,

and was lucky enough to just spend the weekend with some out of towners!

i take a lot of pictures bc i love a good memory. 

here is what has been happening the last few weeks...

(by photo of course)

full of splendor for sure

gorgeous roses from my handsome man

getting extra fancy for a special night out

champs, obvs!

 sailing at night, a new favorite of mine!

fall festival on the hudson

gals best friend, loves the car

baked for company, totally sinful!

white wine spritzers, FTW ;-)

fall & fancy <3

night stand chronicles

yes moved furniture around and changed things up a bit

even going rustic with my vase ;)

~ 

 what's been happening with you?!

remember to partake in #sundayshare on instagram :-)

eating good, feeling better (F.C. Week 3)

half the battle is pushing yourself to work out...

what's the other half?

i personally believe the hardest part to your new regimen is ...

e a t i n g 

that is the lifestyle change many people have a hard time adapting to.

you can read every guide, buy all the products, print all the recipes.

you may stick with it for a few weeks, and then fall off the band wagon.

you may get tired of the same stuff calling it boring, tasteless food.

you may be angry that you've pinned a billion delish recipes

and can't ever make any of it.

but you would be wrong.

you can stick with it

you can even try something yummy and ordinary!

 & even something with cheese in it.

never deny yourself of what you want.

but always remember what your end goal is. 

(your need/desire for change) 

you have to allow some and limit others.

maintain your portions. substitute for the healthier option.

drastic changes will only turn you off quicker.

the goal is a better, happier, healthier and fit YOU.

we've all heard the saying...

it's a marathon NOT a sprint.

the consistency of great changes and tweaks 

is what will keep you on the right path!

here's a couple of simple tips that can help - 

i've tried them and found great success with it!

maintain a meal schedule that works for your lifestyle

here's what i am working with AND yes life happens 

so there are days when i am unable to fit those times in ( I ADJUST)

meal schedule:

breakfast @ 7am

snack @ 9:30am

lunch @ 12pm

dinner @ pm 

tips to keep in mind:

PACK & (OVER)PREPARE

i pack my "food bag" like i do my suitcases

i do this because sometimes i want to switch it up

  remember power snacks 

(before & after workouts)

  avoid carbs after 2pm

  guarantee yourself whole grains everyday

  (they will keep you feeling full because they are rich in fiber)

what have you tried in the last 3 weeks?

what differences do you feel?

keep me posted on your progress & share your tips with me too! 

:)

secrets & wisdom

sometimes you find the best of quotes 

 & there is just no passing them up!

these have been describing me quite well

(even making cameos as backgrounds on my phone)

 here are some of the few i love  

hope you will too...

;)

these days...

just a fun catch up in happenings

these days i am...

listening to: presently, the today show (it's my fav morning wake up) and after this i will go to target to buy the new JT cd and i will out play that for the next month!

eating: nothing much with my lack of appetite but waiting for soup and lots of soup!

drinking:  tea and honey - i have come down with the most wicked cold. *vanilla lavender chamomile has been my preferred #yum

planning: an anniversary outing for the end of this week for my love and i <3

needing: a marvelous and fab new outfit for said outing on friday ;)

feeling: yucky from this horrible cold but good otherwise... 

wearing: scarves & layers BUT only to take them off midday because its true indian summer

wanting: new booties, preferably black with maybe buckles?!

laughing (at/about): my little sister has been reading a book called "laugh-eteria" and she is telling as many jokes as possible - even texts them to me! i love good innocent sweet laughter from her! warms my heart <3

what have YOU been up too these days?!

happy autumn

autumn to do list...

time for falling leaves, all apple and pumpkin everythang,

cider, champagne, cozy bonfires, gatherings

AND so much more

now secrets is giving you our most favorite fall fun activities

and i challenge you to join in & try as many as you can!

did i miss anything?

have you achieved anything off this list yet?!

hope you will keep in touch and tell me all about your awesome autumn <3