Summer Soiree: Tide, Downy and Bounce

Bread and butter, strawberries and champagne,  churros and hot chocolate, some things are just better together like Tide®, Downy® and Bounce®. So I was thrilled to have this opportunity to work with P&G and Daily Buzz Moms to use these products that I trust. 

Tide® has always been a part of our household since I can remember. My mom used it and now I use it. Tide® makes the colors brighter and the whites whiter, and our clothes last longer. I have sensitive skin and some products causes me to break out into hives but Tide® does not bother me at all.

Remember that favorite worn out jeans you have? You do not want to give it up because of how soft and comfortable it is? That feeling is now achievable with Downy®. It makes even your new pair of jeans feel like your worn out favorite. oh, and that wonderful fresh scent is just an added bonus.

With the heat intensifying as the summer months come, flowy shirts are my go-to staple. The only problem is static. Static ruins the flow and shape of a shirt no matter how cute it is.  So, I use Bounce® on my flowy shirts and it works wonders. No more static! I reuse the Bounce® sheets to remove dust on our furniture and as a purse stuffer to keep it smelling fresh at all times. Brilliant don't you think?

 my favorite summer staples: 

soft, flowy colorful tops (Ann Taylor )

white jeans (Anthropologie)

tan sandals (Vince Camuto)

statement accessories (Kate Spade, Dillards)

With Tide®, Downy® and Bounce®, you can keep your summer looks looking new up to 50% longer (vs. leading value detergent alone).

Want to save more?  Text CLEAN to TARGET (827438) to receive mobile coupons.

xoxo, 
Tey

This post is part of a DailyBuzz Moms Tastemaker program with P&G. All opinions are my own.

Spring Fling

Spring, spring spring! After a couple of weeks of nice weather in the 70s now the forecast warns of cold spells and even frost. I am not complaining. I know that compared to those of you up north who are still having snow, we are very lucky. Just a little worried about the dahlia bulbs that little VJ and I planted in our garden which just started peeking out of the ground. Is it just me or are you also over the cold weather?

dress: Anthropologie (similar here)

purse: Leonello Borghi (old)

sandals: Michael by Michael Kors (Jalita Charm)

necklace: Ann Taylor (similar here in pink)

bangles: Anna and Ava, and Dillards 

But just like the promise of spring, soon the flowers will bloom and the the weather will be nicer.
I hope you are all having a wonderful week - wherever you are!

xoxo, 
Tey

Peppermint Mocha

I love mint and chocolate. The contrast between the cool refreshing taste of mint and the richness of chocolate is a match made in heaven. We were at Williams Sonoma the other night and their peppermint bark is back. You just got to have one.  

sweater, boots, necklace: BCBG MaxAzria

skirt and tights: Ann Taylor (on sale here; similar here)

purse: Louis Vuitton - Retiro PM (here)

It's starting to get cold here in North Florida and I am finally starting to get to wear my sweaters and tights. Coats and jackets are coming out as well. I love fall then winter. It is always so much easier to layer on clothes than take some off when it is very hot, don't you agree?

What fall nights would be complete without a fix of my favorite drink - the peppermint mocha. There is this drink recipe that I will share with you in the coming days that you really, really have to try. For a good quick fix, Starbucks it is.

I had to share this picture of Hannah and I. She is such a good baby. Always curious as to what I am doing. Don't be surprised if you see her more often in my posts.

Happy Friday everyone!

xoxo,
Tey

Desk to Date

It has been a very busy week at work with deadlines on top of each other. To keep my sanity, hubby and I would go out on a date at least once a week. There are outfits that you can take from work to your date with the switch of a couple of accessories. I wish I had taken a picture of it, but I always carry a box clutch in my car's glove compartment for a quick switch-a-roo and I am good to go for cocktails or dinner with hubby.

 top: Ann Taylor (peplum hem sweater here)

pants: Gap (slim cropped pants here)

bag: Louis Vuitton (here)

shoes: Christian Louboutin (here)

necklace: BCBG MaxAzria

bracelet: Ana & Ava from Dillards (similar here)

Happy almost weekend lovelies!

xoxo,
Tey

Look: The Boardroom

I work 5 days a week so my wardrobe choices have to be work friendly. There are days when we have clients visiting or meetings that require dressing more business-like. As much as I love jeans and boots, I also love pumps and suits.

 Olivia tweed jacket - Ann Taylor (here)
Tristan tweed skirt - Ann Taylor (here)
Peplum hem sweater - Ann Taylor (here)
bag - Louis Vuitton - Verona PM (here)

shoes - Jimmy Choo (here)
cocktail ring - BCBG (similar here and here)
pearl drop necklace(similar here)
pearl earrings (similar here)

I love the details at the back of the jacket and the skirt...

I wore a cocktail ring to add a subtle accent to my outfit. 

 

I have been very busy at work with all our scheduled client releases. I hope your week is less stressful than how mine is going.
 
xoxo, 
Tey

Look: Oh Blue!

I am almost always drawn to this shade of blue.

dress: Ann Taylor (get it here)
denim jacket: Gap (similar here)

bag: Louis Vuitton - Retiro PM (get it here)

bracelets: Dillards (get it here)

braided bracelet: similar here in silver

heels:  Vince Camuto (similar here or splurge here)

necklace: Dillards (similar here)

 

Happy Monday lovelies!

xoxo,
Tey

Look: Wine Tasting

I love wine colors particularly merlot. It reminds me of the vineyards in Napa and Sonoma valleys. It pairs perfectly with black. I also like pairing it with pink, orange or you can go tone-on-tone.

top: Fossil

black skinny jeans: AG Jeans (get it here)

bag: Louis Vuitton - Retiro PM (get it here)

shoes: Ann Taylor (similar here)

bracelets: Dillards (similar here)
necklace: Vince Camuto (get it here)

How do you wear this season's color?

xoxo,
Tey

Look: Punch of Red

Work outfits can be boring. Depending on what industry you work in, you can be limited to wearing suits and whatever restrictions your HR dictates. There are a few ways to add some color and style to your daily wardrobe. I will admit, I have a ton of black, white and grey in my closet. But I also have quite a few accessories that I accumulated over the years.

Using a red belt and a pair of red open toe pumps makes this otherwise dull outfit a little more fun. Don't you think?

top: Banana Republic
pants: Ann Taylor (get it here)
belt: Cole Haan (get it here)
shoes: Antonio Melani (similar here)
bag: Louis Vuitton - Retiro PM (get it here)
bracelet: Anna and Ava from Dillards

In what ways do you try to express your style without violating your office dress code?

xoxo,
Tey

Look: Winter's Last Hurrah

Weather is so crazy where I am at. One minute it is cold, the next it is warm. And just as I had all my winter coats dry cleaned and ready for storage, Mr. Winter decided to make a come back! Arrggghhh... Spring! Spring! I am ready for spring!

Anyway, this is two consecutive look book post wearing the same boots =), I just have to wear them again before it gets warm.

What I am wearing:
cardigan: Anthropologie
dress: Ann Taylor
boots: Dolce Vita
opaque tights and bangles: Express
necklace: Metro Park; diamond earrings: own; ring: from GG

I love the tiered ruffles at the back of this cardigan.

Now up for some exciting news - watch out for my next post and a give away for one of my lucky followers!

I hope you are all having a wonderful week my lovelies!

xoxo,
T

Misc: Oh the joy of shoes!

Happy New Year lovelies! I hope you all had a great New Year celebration as we have.

Finally, all the madness of shopping and rushing to find the perfect gifts, wrapping, cooking and tons of eating is over! I loved all the gifts I got for Christmas - everything with meaning and purpose =). However, there are small stuff that just spelled M-E!

So, I would like to share this present from our little munchkins that made... my heart beat fast... my eyes open wide in delight... my hands shake with excitement when I opened it!

Okay, maybe I am being too melodramatic but I really love my present!

Each day for 365 days I get a different designer shoe! From Chanel to Choo to Louboutin to Manolo - you name it!

***Available here

Uh, yes, it's a gallery calendar of shoes. Gorgeous, gorgeous shoes!

BTW, this gorgeous also has a handbag version for all you lovely handbag lovers =).

This will hopefully satisfy my shoe craving for this year since I have vowed to save and refrain from shoe shopping as my new year's resolution. The operative word being - REFRAIN. Hey, I live in the real world - I know my limits lol

Oh, and what a way to start the New Year than to receive these gorgeous roses from GG! Okay, all together now - "Awwwwwww"... lol

I know!!! He's sooo sweet!!!!

So, I am back in full force blogging mode!!!! The winter weather is not really my fave but I will do my best to do a few look book posts. I already have a couple of giveaways lined up for all of you so be sure to check back soon! I am headed your bloggy way now too!

I missed you all my lovelies!!!

xoxo,
T

Look: Biker Chic(k).... and Perricone Give away winner

GG and his dad have Harleys. They ride every once in a while specially when the weather is nice. Dad brought his bike over for thanksgiving and so we decided to go on a ride. Yes, my lovelies, I agreed to ride on a Harley. Scared as hell, I stalled and thought of every possible excuse I could come up with so as not to get on the bike with GG. From fixing my hair, to eating, to picking on my food, to you name it! Alas, I run out of reason and off we went...

I don't have riding clothes so I had to come up with the best outfit I could find to look like a biker chick. ;-)

What I was wearing:
Leather jacket: Ann Taylor
Cashmere sweater: Ann Taylor
Jeans: Citizen of Humanity
kitten heels boots: Tommy Hilfigher
sunnies: BCBG Max Azria
leather gloves: unknown

After a few nerve wracking turns, I got the hang of it and enjoyed the cool breeze, the scenic views, and the different scents we miss out on when we are in the car driving. So, here's the deal - I liked it! Looking forward to our next ride =)

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Congratulations to Kristin of Bon Bon Rose for winning Perricone MD's Cold Plasma give away! Please email me your name and address for shipping.

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I hope you all had a great weekend lovelies!

xoxo,
T

Look: Fall Colors And Summer flowers

I am not scheduled to do a look book post until Friday but I had to share these gorgeous flowers I got and since I am in the picture - why not! Nothing special in the outfit, just a regular work look...

What I am wearing:
shirt: Banana Republic
pants: Express
skinny belt: Ann Taylor
croc embossed heels in wine color: Ann Taylor
accessories: diamond stud earrings; bracelet (gift from a friend)

These flowers seriously made my day! Thank you!!!!

I hope you are all having a wonderful week as I am my lovelies!!!

xoxo,
T

Look: the Little Black Dress and a scare

Day to night outfit...

What I am wearing:
LBD: Ann Taylor
belt: BCBG Max Azria
shoes: Jimmy Choo (also here)
bag: Adrienne Vittadini
accessories: white pearl earrings and white pearl drop necklace (from mom);
black pearl and gold bracelets (from Boracay flea market)

After work last Wednesday night I decided to pick up a bag of treats for Boemee before going home to prepare for a dinner with McDreamy. And as I was driving, an elder lady driver made a quick left turn, cutting through both of the opposite direction lanes, not stopping in the median and driving diagonally through the direction I was going then hitting my car on the driver side. It was like in the movies where you see everything happening in slow motion. I was so scared and shaking for a good while. I just sat there in my car for a few minutes and then called 911 and my sister then texted McDreamy who came to the scene. It was a blessing that neither the elder lady nor I got hurt.

So my lovelies, no matter how careful you are as a driver, you cannot be sure about the other drivers on the road. Always be alert and be safe.

xs: I had a fine time with McDreamy during dinner.

Have a great weekend lovelies!

xoxo,
T

Look: Boho chic and Birthday Part 1!

This weekend was my birthday. I had nothing special planned on that day but to relax at home and spend the morning volunteering for the Free Kids Science day, an outreach project by SWE of which I am a member.

I had so much fun working with the kids. You can see all their faces beam up in excitement and amazement on all the projects Caitlin (the girl scout who spearheaded this event ) had prepared for them.

Armed with my Redbox rentals and munchies, I was ready to plop myself in the couch. Seriously, when you get to a certain age ;-), you just don't feel like celebrating anymore. I seriously wanted to stop the hands of time!

But, I caved in and agreed to go on a dinner. I'm glad I did 'cause I had so much fun!

What I am wearing:
dress: BCBG Max Azria(also here)
shoes: Christian Louboutin (also here)
wood bead purse: Ann Taylor
chunky gold braided bracelet: BeBe

This dress had a brown sash with it but I didn't feel like wearing it. I think it looked so much better without it.

To those of you who are new to my blog, my posts almost always include food in it =). We had dinner at J Alexander's (one of my fave restaurants):

And of course wine, more food and dessert with beautiful music at the Grape:

I have been eating a lot lately I will need to start swimming again to get me to fit into my other clothes! Well, at least until after this month. What? There are more eating planned this week! lol

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend lovelies!