Leather Peplum, Green Stripes and a Preschooler

"Don't worry, Mommy, I'll come back for you."

Pigtails let me know.

I've been getting sentimental with Pigtails starting preschool soon.

"It's okay, Mommy.  It's okay."

Then Pigtails held out her hand.

"Here, kiss my hand."

BLACK PEPLUM - New York and Co.
ZEBRA PRINT PLEATED SKIRT - Anonymous LA
BRACELET - iSanctuary
BROWN WEDGES - Target

GREEN STRIPED SHIRT - Forever 21 (swapped)
GREEN IKAT SHORTS - Target
BRACELET - Carpe Diem
TURQUOISE MOCCASINS - Target

I wore this black peplum with the pleated zebra skirt to church.  I bought this peplum a while back before they had so many inexpensive choices.  I like that it has pleather and fabric so it's stretchy and comfy.  The green outfit was kinda a fun experiment, pairing stripes with ikat.  I got the shorts and the Minnetonka knock-offs both from Target for less than $10 each.

Pigtails and her unique way of wearing sunglasses

I changed up my uniform a little this week, forgoing the booties, cut offs and cardigans.  I like mixing it up with a skirt and peplum, or some ikat and stripes.  But don't worry, ankle booties, I'll come back for you...

An Anniversary Ring and Lipstick

"I can't kiss you, you're a boy!"

Pigtails told her grandpa, Callaway, last night at dinner.

"I'm not a boy, I'm a grandpa," Camouflage's dad laughed.

"No, you're a grandpa and a boy."

"How do you know?" Callaway asked.

"Because you don't have lipstick," Pigtails informed him.

"But you don't have lipstick either."

"I know. But I'm a girl."

PLEATED ZEBRA MIDI SKIRT - Anonymous LA
BLACK T-SHIRT - Alternative Apparel
BRACELETS - Heavenly Treasures, Cara
LEAF EARRINGS - Heavenly Treasures
RED WEDGES - Target
ANNIVERSARY RING - c/o Anjolee

ORANGE CUT OFFS - Forever 21
YELLOW BELT - Linea Pelle
FLORAL TOP - TJ Maxx
CROCHET VEST - Thrifted
EARRINGS - 99 Cent Depot
BRACELET - iSanctuary
BOOTS - Trouve (via Nordstrom)
ANNIVERSARY RING - c/o Anjolee

Here are a few outfits from the week.  I was feeling like being comfy so I wore a t-shirt and skirt.  I needed a little color so I threw in the red wedges I recently found on clearance at Target.  I'm a huge fan of shorts and booties so I decided to wear my nude combat boots with something bright and girly.  The crochet vest was thrifted for me by my sister, Polka Dots.  I'm linking this second one with "Inspiration Monday" from Two Birds.

 

I recently received this gorgeous anniversary ring from Anjolee.  All of their pieces are custom made and can be tailored according to metal type, quality and size.   I personally love the simple, classic design of this one and was able to wear it with everything from skirt and heels to shorts and boots!  They also have diamond engagement rings which you can customize as well, so if you're in the market for one I definitely suggest you check them out!

And the winner of the Shabby Apple contest is...

Pigtails picks the Shabby Apple winner - Denise Angela!

Denise Angela from Silhouette de Femme!  Congratulations.

I've been really into accessories lately.  They're the key to dressing up simple outfits and with the hot weather I've been wearing a lot of those.  It's nice to be able to throw on a cute top, shorts with some fabulous accessories and run out the door.  Oh, and maybe a little lipstick too, just for that girly touch!

 

Polka Dots, Chambray and a "Slumber" Party

"We're having a slumber party and we need to have pajamas on,"

Princess Sparkles told me as she and Pigtails emerged from their room in outfits.

I asked her about the sunglasses and hat she was also wearing.

"Those are just costume stuff.  It feels like a real party when you dress up."

After I put the girls to bed I kept hearing frivolity coming from their room.

"Good night, girls.  Go to bed."

"But we're having a slumber party," Princess Sparkles said.

I told her that slumber meant to sleep.

POLKA DOT SKIRT - c/o eShakti
CHAMBRAY TANK - Old Navy, $7
CORAL EARRINGS - $.99 Depot, $1
PINK/GRAY WEDGES - H&M, $5

 

ARGYLE CARDIGAN - Old Navy
RED JEANS - LTB (via Anonymous)
TANK - Alternative Apparel
KEY NECKLACE, EARRINGS - iSanctuary
FLORAL BOOTS - Dr. Martens
 

Easter nails!

 

Here are a couple outfits from the week.  The polka dot skirt was something I chose from the spring line of eShakti.  eShakti is awesome because they have tons of adorable clothes to choose from, and they will customize your clothing for you.  It's like having your own personal tailor at the click of a button.  The polka dots on the skirt are different colors which make it match with almost anything. 

 

The girls in their "slumber" party attire

There's something fabulous about having tailored clothing.  They fit better which also means they look better.  And when I dress up in clothes that look good, it feels like I'm at a party, even when I'm just "slumbering" with the kiddos!