Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Ahhhh

Tuesday, March 27, 2012
I just realized I haven't blogged in 10 days! I was so busy planning for my trip then I went in my trip and now I'm enthralled in The Hunger Games. I will blog about my fabulous birthday in South Beach soon!! Tootles!

Friday, March 16, 2012

Identity theft?

Friday, March 16, 2012
I come from a very traditional Mexican family.  My father, the patriarch, provided for us and no one was allowed to work.  Women, my sister and I, were to help in the kitchen.   Men, my brother, were not.  That's just the way it was, not a bad thing but that's how we were raised because that's how my parents were raised.  Somehow, I never managed to learn how to cook.  For the most part my siblings and I didn't do much.  Our duties included some chores here and there and going to school to better ourselves.  I remember when I was in college I wasn't allowed to go out until I cleaned the bathroom.  I hated cleaning the bathroom.  Hated it!  Anyway, I grew up always trying to fight the double standard.  I didn't want to help in the kitchen and I didn't want to pick up after my brother.  I wanted to be an independent woman.  Despite my dad's expectations of me as a woman he always emphasized  the importance of an education because he never wanted me to rely on a man to provide for me.  He used to say that he was once a boy himself and he knew what the boys wanted and he wanted to make sure I never fell for any of it.  He and I have an extremely open relationship and I've always appreciated it.  I don't think I would have accomplished all that I've accomplished without the support of my family.  They've always had my back 100% and I love them for it.  I owe a lot of my traits and mannerisms to my parents.  I have always felt that aside from the gift of love the greatest gift my parents have given me is my heritage and culture.  I am so proud to be Mexican American and I am so proud of my last name.  I've accomplished so much under that name.  I've been married for 2.5 years and I have not changed my last name.  I've had that social security form for the last two years.  It's all filled out but the top portion where it asks me how I want my name to appear  . . .  I cannot fill it out! I feel confused.  I don't identify with that last name.  Everything I am and everything I know is because of the fundamentals my parents instilled in me.  I know it sounds horrible and I love my husband very much but do I have to take a last name that I've only known for 5 years and give up the one I've known for 30?! Of course my dad, being the traditional man that he is once told me I should definitely take my husband's last name.  I think I'm confused because my husband is not Mexican and I feel like once I take his last name I'll lose a part of my persona.  I'm trying to convince myself to change it.  I want our kids to have his last name so why shouldn't I? So I'm taking baby steps.  Last week I ordered a monogrammed bangle and I used his last name instead of mine.  I'm excited to wear it! One step at a time . . .

FF: Shoe Friday

Today I had a very busy morning and was so busy at work.  Then I was stuck in traffic and as soon as I got home I went to the gym.  Needless to say I didn't have time to take a picture of my outfit but I have managed to take a picture of my shoes.  They were the stand out piece of today's outfit anyway.  I love shoes!  I purchased these shoes in December on sale at netaporter.com and today was the first time I wore them.  I absolutely love them!

Christian Louboutin Morphing 100 Pony Leopard Mini


Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Relapse

Wednesday, March 14, 2012
As most of you know by now I've relapsed.  I started shopping.  It all started President's Day.  I went vintage shopping in DC and bought a $200 Vintage dress.  That was it.  On Friday March 2nd I stopped by Bloomingdale's at White Flint because they were closing the store.  I bought $100 worth of underwear.  On March 3rd I ordered a pair of jeans from Bloomingdale's.com.  Last Tuesday I bought a dress for my birthday.  Last Friday I bought a fringed shirt that I cannot wait to wear from South Moon under.  They sent me a 20% coupon for my birthday and I HAD to use it . . . and finally yesterday I bought a pair of Christian Louboutin espadrilles.  I love them! I used my $100 incircle card so that was good and it was my birthday gift to myself.  I am so happy but now I feel like I need to get back on track.  There's absolutely nothing wrong with shopping.  The problem begins when shopping consumes my life as it was doing before.  I don't want it to get to that point.  I was literally shopping every day! The good thing is that I reached my financial goals I'd set for the first quarter so now I need to keep on trucking and stay on track.  No shopping for the next 30 days!  Aren't they lovely?






Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Mr. Lou . . . Louboutin

Tuesday, March 13, 2012
I love shoes! Flats, sandals, high heels, wedges, espadrilles, stilettos . . . all of them. I don't discriminate. I love designer and non designer shoes, as long as they look good and fulfill their purpose I am happy. Recently my bestie, Ali, stated she was thinking about purchasing a pair of Louboutins and I could not be happier. I personally think every woman should own at least one or two pairs. I own eleven and I love every single one of them. I am determined to do everything possible to help her find the perfect Louboutin. The first thing everyone should know is that Louboutins are not generally comfortable. Monsieur Louboutin has said so himself many times. He doesn't look at comfort when designing a shoe. Ok, so that's out. Loubotins are narrow so they tend to run a bit small. I am half a size to a full size larger in a Louboutin so keep that in mind when choosing a pair.  Some run true to size, it just depends on the style.  A pair will run somewhere between $500 - $3,000 on average, so if you plan on investing in a pair make sure it's a pair you love.  There's something I've noticed when I try on a pair of shoes.  I don't look at the way the shoe looks on my feet I look at myself in the shoe and I have to admit I always look good wearing a pair.  In my opinion Louboutins are probably some of the sexiest heels.  There's something about the red sole that just make men take a second look.  I have tried on countless pairs of Louboutins and if I had to buy just one pair it would be the Very Prive 120mm.  It is a timeless shoe and the hidden platform make them very comfortable (considering it's about a 4.5 inch heel).  It's such a versatile shoe.  It can be dressed up or worn with jeans.  The peep toe gives you just the right amount of toe cleavage.  I love! Of course it's up to you what pair you buy but just know that you won't regret it.  It's such a special shoe.  It gives me that extra oomph (like I need it).  It makes me feel confident and sexy.  If a shoe can make you feel so good why not splurge . . . . right?! 

N°Prive 120mm



Friday, March 9, 2012

FF

Friday, March 9, 2012
Last night I found a Vince ombré halter top from like 2008. I haven't worn it in at least 2 years. I decided to wear it today. The thing I like about halter tops or camis is that you can just grab a jacket, a blazer, or a long cardi and make it work appropriate. I accessorized with one of my favorite necklaces from Aqua and with a silver cuff that I purchased at the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. I love that cuff, it's silver and the work on it is so detailed. I paired my halter with a black tweed like blazer from Urban Outfitters and black Aqua straight leg pants. To show off the top I pinned back the blazer and made lapels. I added a bit of color with my Kelsi Dagger pumps. Getting ready for work has never been funner!

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Ramblings

Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Can I just say that I love the blogger app. It's so easy to get on my phone and just start blogging. We closed the office early for CPR training today and I was hoping to come home and have a productive day but no. I had a horrible migraine. It's subsided now but still bothersome. I would rate this migraine a 6/10. Not fun. I'm trying to keep my kind of it. I slept all afternoon then laid in the dark so I'm a little better. I bought a dress yesterday that I'm wearing in South Beach for my birthday and today I received some if the favors I ordered. I'm so excited!

Bring it back

I love gold. When I was young my mom and I went to gold parties. We played loteria aka Mexican bingo but instead of B6 we would hear "el jarrito". There was an entry fee of about $20 and whoever won the round would win whatever piece of jewelry was up for grabs. Mostly rings and earrings but it was so much fun! Growing up I had four favorite gold pieces. One was a small Virgin Mary pendant I received on my first communion. Another was a gold bracelet my dad gave me on Christmas 1994, another Virgin Mary pendant from my quinceanera and last but not least my name plate. Oh how I loved my name plate. I wanted one so badly and all my friends had one. Finally, my parents gave in and bought me one. It wasn't the fanciest but it was mine. I remembered a small part of it seemed a little crooked so I tried to even it out using a nail file. FAIL! My sister had a really nice one. The point of my story is that I've decided to bring back the name plate. It almost made a come back in 1998 when we were all introduced to Carrie Bradshaw but it never fully took off. Recently, I started spotting some name plates online and stackable name rings but I have yet to see someone wearing one. So, let's bring back the name plate! Next time I'm home I'll be sure to look for mine and start rocking it because far before Carrie Bradshaw there was me and all my friends.

Monday, March 5, 2012

T minus 16

Monday, March 5, 2012
In 16 days I'll be in South Beach celebrating my 30th birthday! I am so excited.  Last year I was so busy.  So many trips: Vegas, Vancouver, Puerto Rico, Houston, Tampa, Boston, Philly, Raleigh, Erie, NYC, Playa Mujeres and Cancun.  This will be my first trip of the year and I am really looking forward to it.  Paris and Hawaii later this year! I am trying to lose 6 more lbs. before Miami.  It's so hard! I heard that Snooki was pregnant and my first thought was: "whoa, that sucks she just lost all that weight for nothing."  Isn't it horrible that I think that?! I think that's good though to be in shape before having a baby.  I heard it's easier to lose the weight after.  Maybe that will be me.  I will get super fit and then have a baby and than maybe it will be easier to lose the weight but who knows.  I've always been little but not necessarily skinny.  My mom literally weighed 99 lbs after she had my little sister.  She was her third child! I've never ever weighed 99 lbs, maybe when I was 16 but that was it.  I can only imagine what I will look like when I'm pregnant.  I'm 5 feet and I carry my weight in my bottom portion.  Anyway, I don't care what I look like as long as I have a healthy, happy baby.  Babies . . . coming Spring 2013, God willing.  Inshallah.

Sunday, March 4, 2012

FF

Sunday, March 4, 2012
My fashion Friday's are spent at work therefore I have to dress appropriately. I'm on my feet most of the day so I try my best to be stylish yet comfortable. OOTD consisted of Robert Rodriguez hot pink silk top, Aqua navy blue cigarette pants, Stuart Weitzman black patent leather pumps, and Gucci iridescent eyeglasses. I have to say that every single pair of Stuart Weitzman's I own are very comfortable so they're good for work. Now, the shoe I really wanted to wear was a 5 inch Miu Miu platform but that would have been too much for the work day. :)

Shoes I really wanted to wear!

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Yes, Please, Thank You!

Thursday, March 1, 2012
I have my most awaited birthday wish list ready! Here we go . . . Don't judge me.  xoxoxoxo Not too bad.

Yves Saint Laurent Arty Glass Painted Ring: netaporter.com $250
Shawn Warren Faceted Striped Agate Pale Blue Sapphire Earrings $2,950

Oscar de la Renta Carved Cabochon Earrings $290 Bergdorf Goodman
Alexis Bittar 'Sugar Dust' Large Hinged Bangle $329 Nordstrom
Alexander McQueen De Manta studded leather clutch $795
Stella McCartney Shaggy Deer Falabella top handle bag Saks Fifth Avenue $1295


TOMS Sequined Leopard Print Slip On Neiman Marcus $95 sz.7
Brian Atwood Maniac Patent Leather Platform Pumps $595 Saks Fifth Avenue/Nordstrom  sz7.5

Missing from the list Chanel Mademoiselle handbag in patent leather Rose.  Celine handbag neon pink.  Hermes enamel H bracelet black, 1.5 carat diamond studs. 


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