Valentine's Day Date Night Outfit...

Hey All! Valentine's Day is upon us. Got any plans? I created my ideal Valentine's Date Night Outfit. Check it out below.

I love the monochromatic tones. Clean lines is the look I'm going for.

Love this fun sweater dress paired with to-die-for Stuart Weitzman over the knee boots. Instead of my go-to clutch, I opted for a black leather crossbody bag by Vince Camuto. I actually have this exact bag in a gorgeous royal blue that I got for a super deal at DSW. I'm going for fuss free jewelry. A classic pair of diamond studs and a statement ring. Minimal makeup, I love a natural face. Swipe on some mascara and a vampy lip, like this Mac lipstick. Bundled up in this cream shawl collared coat because it's freezing in NC!

I'm all set! Where are we going Troy?

Valentine's Day Date Night by sydneyaustindesigns featuring a leather shoulder bag

Lupita's Shoes...

Hey All!  Did you all watch the Oscars? Did you just watch the red carpet fashion? Or were you like me and just flipped through photos on Instagram to see what your fave celebrity wore?

My personal fave is Lupita Nyong'o.  What a breath of fresh fashion air she is every since she came on the scene a year or so ago. Her fearless fashion sense and an amazing stylist, always gives me that Wow factor. She is definitely one of my girl crushes.

I loved her gown for this year's Academy Awards. The incredibly stunning Calvin Klein gown she wore had over 6,000 pearls that were hand-applied. It wasn't until she posted an Instagram pic of her accessories that I almost cried. The Nicholas Kirkwood shoes she wore were unreal! Simply gorgeous. Like I need these in my life. I immediately tagged my shoe twin niece on the Instagram pic. She immediately replied with the "heart eyed" emoji. In other words she loves them too.

Flawless! This gown... wow!

These shoes! Get in my closet!

Above photos courtesy of Getty Images and Lupita's Instagram

First Day of School Outfit...

Today is the first day of school for my kids! Yippee ki yay!

The best thing about the first day of school is your outfit. I remember in Junior High my mom telling me to not wear my new Fall outfit because it was going to be hot! She was right. I didn't listen I wore my Fall outfit and burned up the whole day. But I was cute!

It makes me happy that both my son and daughter love Converse as much as I do. Below is an outfit I made on Polyvore 2 years ago and it still gets repinned on Pinterest. As of today, it is my top Pin with over 95 repins and 25 likes. Today, the only thing I would change is switching the camo jacket for a plaid shirt worn around the waist. Also, if you aren't a fan of Converse, go with Vans. Love the crossbody bookbag, a welcome change from the standard backpack.

So, what did your kids wear to school on the first day?

First Day of School Outfit by sydneyaustindesigns featuring stainless steel jewelry

Girls Night Out Sexy Shorts Outfit...

My vision of a cute summery Girls Night Out (GNO) outfit. No mom shorts here!

A few weeks ago, I gave you 10 Hip ideas for GNO here. Now that you gathered up your girlfriends and started planning for your next GNO, let's start thinking about what you are going to wear. Let's talk about the outfit below I created on Polyvore.

 Gorgeous sexy shorts with a bright silk top (unbuttoned about 2 or 3 buttons). Keep your jewelry minimal so the focus can be on these jeweled Marni sandals that are to die for! Simple black clutch, June Ambrose-ish sunnies and a menswear watch. Perfect!

So what are you wearing for your next Girls Night Out?

Girls Night Out Outfit by sydneyaustindesigns featuring black glasses

Equipment silk shirt, $270 / J.Crew flower print shorts / Marni shoes / Yves Saint Laurent evening clutch / Diesel jewelry / Karen Walker Eyewear black glasses, $330

Nude or Neutral...

Hey All! I have a serious case of Spring Fever! I'm ready for open toe season. I'm currently craving a pair of nude sandals for the summer. My two faves out of the bunch below are the Lamb black and neutral high heeled sandals and the Chinese Laundry studded sandals. What is on your Summer wish list?

Nude or Neutral by sydneyaustindesigns featuring strappy sandals

Giuseppe Zanotti platform sandals / L.A.M.B. l a m b shoes / Dolce Vita strappy sandals / Vince wedge shoes / Chinese laundry shoes / Joie flat shoes / Topshop black sandals / Loeffler Randall flat shoes / Sperry Top-Sider flat shoes

Currently Craving...

Currently Craving...Mint

I'm totally digging the color mint for Spring. I love it with gray, white or gold. What color are you craving for Spring?

Source: gildandgrace.blogspot.com.au via BaubleBar on Pinterest

Source: topshop.tumblr.com via Tracee Ellis on Pinterest

Source: mobelpobel.blogspot.com via BaubleBar on Pinterest

Source: fashion-for-beginners.tumblr.com via Robyn on Pinterest

Source: repinly.machsrichtig.com via Robyn on Pinterest

All pictures via Pinterest.

Valentine Day Date Night Outfit

Hey All! I created my ideal Valentine Day date night outfit on Polyvore.

A lunch bag clutch is on my Spring wish list. I love to wear one statement piece of jewelry when wearing a simple outfit. This cuff fits the bill. Love Dannijo! I like pairing navy and black together. I have my eye on a peplum navy blazer. The black pointy toe Alexander Wang pumps are dope!


Do you have any Valentine Day plans? If so, what are you wearing?

Valentine's Day by sydneyaustindesigns featuring a boyfriend blazer

Topshop cotton t shirt / Topshop boyfriend blazer / Skinny pants / Alexander Wang high heel / Marie Turnor clutch, $285 / DANNIJO brass jewelry

Sweaters and Layers...

Tomorrow is the first day of Autumn/Fall. This makes me happy. Autumn is my favorite season.  Cozy sweater and layer weather.

Love everything about this! Distressed jeans, tartan scarf, and classic navy sweater.

Classic trench and riding boots.

Cozy boyfriend sweater.

Awesome layering.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All pictures via Pinterest.

Autumn Date Night...

Our weather here in NC has been perfect! Crisp mornings and chilly evenings. I am looking forward to Autumn. It's my favorite season. Sweaters, booties, the smell of a fireplace burning, hot cocoa, and pumpkins! My wedding anniversary is quickly approaching and below is the perfect outfit for a date night. My ideal date night is simply dinner and a movie. Really. I'm not hard to please. Throw in some people watching and we have an awesome night.

On my Autumn date night wardrobe wish list is:
1. A peplum top, perferably leather. Peplum is very flattering.
2. Sleek black booties with a slight edge. The booties below by Jean-Michel Cazabat are all that and a bag of Jalapeno Cheetos!
3. Classic hoops. About 3 inches diameter. Gold or sterling. Made by me.
4. Chunky triangle cocktail ring. Roman Luxe has a great one.
5. Jeans by J. Brand. These cargos with more zippers than MJ's jacket are awesome.
6. A suede clutch.

What is on your Autumn wardrobe wish list?






 

Autumn Date Night by sydneyaustindesigns featuring a leather ring

J Brand vintage jeans, $285 / Club L peplum shirt, $29 / Jean-Michel Cazabat leather high heels / Suede handbag / Leather ring / Fantasy Jewelry Box yellow gold jewelry

First Day of School Outfit...

School starts tomorrow for my kids. Yippee! I'm ready for them to get back into a routine. My daughter had her First Day of School outfit planned a week ago. Below is a set I created on Polyvore. If I were going off to college, this is what I would wear. Not too flashy but still stylish and comfortable to wear around campus.

Shoes: Converse they go with everything. I love mine! 
Jewelry: simple hoops and a great menswear watch
Jacket: Evenings are getting cool here in NC! Can't wait to wear my husband's vintage camo Army jacket.
Jeans: distressed boyfriend jeans
Shirt: White tee
Schoolbag: I carried a messenger bag when I was in college. I prefer them over a backpack.

What is your kid's first day of school outfit? or What would you wear on the first day of school?

First Day of School Outfit by sydneyaustindesigns featuring star shoes

Hollister Co vintage style t shirt
hollisterco.com

Military style jacket
topshop.com

Ksubi ripped boyfriend jeans
$290 - generalpants.com.au

Converse star shoes
$62 - blueberries-online.com

Canvas bag
vip.zappos.com

Diesel water resistant watch
buckle.com

Dinny Hall studded hoop earrings
$180 - johnlewis.com

My Summer Beauty Essentials...

My Summer Beauty Essentials by sydneyaustindesigns featuring zoya nail polish

My summer beauty essentials. Shimmering body lotion for evenings out. Black mascara by Dior. Michael Kors leg shine with a subtle tuberose scent. Facial cleanser by Origins. Nude nail polish in Cho by Zoya. Luminous bronzer by Beauty Rush Victoria Secret. Neutrogena sunscreen in SPF 30.

Pick 4...

Pick 4... 4 things that make me smile.
This week's pick 4 selections are from my Pinterest boards. Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend!

Source: ravelry.com via Robyn on Pinterest

Yoga socks. I need these for Bikram Yoga. Can't grip my feet when they are sweaty.

Source: whatannaloves.tumblr.com via Kelsey on Pinterest

I'm still on the hunt for a great pair of vintage cowboy boots.

Source: blog.decoratrix.com via Aku on Pinterest

Awesome bracelet organizer!

Source: therauberhouse.com via Robyn on Pinterest

Peanut Butter Banana French Toast. Perfect for Sunday Brunch.