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Showing posts with label ootd; zara. Show all posts

Monday, October 25, 2010

OOTD: Zara Black Dress & Cooking Healthy Meals

Today I decided that H and I would try to cook 2 new meals a week.  I got this awesome cook book from my amazing friend Ed for my birthday called "Eating Well Serves Two" and I must admit I haven't ever really used it.  I would like to learn how to make yummy, healthy meals now so when we have kids I can just whip it up effortlessly.  I sometimes think I should buy myself one of those cute, girly aprons to encourage myself to want to cook more. LOL. Maybe that's just the push I need.

Today I wore that new black dress I purchased at Zara on Saturday.  It's really comfortable. I did wear a slip with it because though it's not sheer, it's not perfectly opaque in the skirt area either and it's better to be safe than sorry. It's just a cheap, nude, skirt-slip from Target.

Dress- Zara, size M, $39.50
Shoes- Jessica Simpson
Necklace- Forever 21
Bag- MbMJ


I blow-dried my hair this morning and I definitely feel the lightness and different shape it has since I got it cut. I know it doesn't look drastically different (it's not) but it feels a lot lighter and more manageable and Stephanie definitely took my layers up a ton (and they needed it!)

What are some of your favorite healthy dinner ideas?  If you know of any great cooking blogs or have any recipes to share, post them in the comments below! Thank you <3
xoxo,

Veronika.

Saturday, July 24, 2010

Weekend Shopping: (Thank God for AE's Boyfriend Shorts), Essie's Pink Parka & Homemade Cards


What a random post title, huh? So much happened today that I didn't quite know what to call this post, but I'll start at the beginning.

I got to meet one of my LOVELY blog readers today.  She had bought several items from my blog sale and since she also lives in Houston we decided to meet at a local Starbucks.  Ilham is the most awesome girl.  I just clicked with her right away! She was so sweet (and stylish, of course).  It was a very fun experience! I sometimes wish I could just take all of my favorite bloggers and blog readers, move them to where I live and we could all be best friends

After I met up with Ilham, my husband and I went to DSW because I had to return some shoes.  I stumbled upon these COACH flip flops, and although I usually don't like COACH's  overly-logo'd items, I liked these because 1. they have a cute heart on them and 2. they have support to them instead of just being completely flat and after my episode two weeks ago of hardly being able to walk after wearing flip flips for 5 hours, I was looking for something that will offer a little extra support but still had the flip flop look. I think they're cute to just wear casually, for running errands, etc (excuse the splotchy feet, I forgot to use the barrier cream during my spray tan):


Next up, we went to the Galleria so I could buy my lovely best friend some lovely birthday presents. I have to keep it a secret because I won't see her until tonight and she may read this, but here's a little preview of my wrapping job: (the presents aren't all from VS I just used the boxes)


Pretty, huh? I LOVE VS's boxes and bags. They are so cute! I especially love how they change the bags out during the holidays.

Next up, I was once again sucked in by Zara and just as I was leaving I spotted this lovely loose-fitting tunic dress.

It was on sale, of course, and you know I can't say no to a pretty, versatile tunic dress.  It's perfect for more casual days at work or for running errands. I even joke with my husband that it's an "investment piece" because I'll wear it when I'm pregnant too! LOL.

Then, I got THE boyfriend shorts. I say THE because the lovely Chloe and BeautyGirl24 have raved about these American Eagle shorts and the moment I put them on I knew EXACTLY why. So thank you CHLOE and BeautyGirl24 for telling me about these because I'm seriously in love with how cute and flattering they are!

They're longer than traditional short shorts and they look great with both flats and heels...perfection!

And yet another thanks to Chloe I picked up Essie's PINK PARKA nail polish last week and finally put it on my nails last night and it's LOVE. It's an incredible formula (I only needed 2 coats) and it is literally highlighter neon PINK! I absolutely love it and though it might seem jarring to some, I think it's cute and flattering.  I used my Seche Vite Topcoat over it because the polish actually dries matte.

I'm not sure the photos show it, but they are way bright in real life, but in a good way. If you're looking for a great true hot pink, this is for you.

Before I go I wanted to share a fun little DIY project I did today.  Our neighbors are having their first baby soon and our other friends are celebrating their sons first birthday next week so we got them some gifts and when I got home I realized we had forgotten to get them cards. So I went to my craft drawer, got out my scissors, pearlized paper, leftover wrapping paper and came up with these home-made cards:


...and the gifts ( I suck at wrapping but I decorate to distract from the badly wrapped edges):

Both cards took only minutes to make :) I was proud of my creative little problem-solving!

Hope you all have a lovely weekend! Tomorrow H and I are going to go see Inception. We heard it's really good.  We are also going to drive around and look at houses and see if there are any open houses. We aren't ready to move just quite yet but we want to see what's on the market and all that good stuff.

Update- I totally forgot to add this purchase to my blog post...this cute $16.99 dress from Target! How could I forget?


xoxo,

Veronika.

Friday, May 28, 2010

OOTN: A Ruffly Floral Dress for a Date Night & La Roche Posay at CVS


Tonight my husband and I went out for dinner at P.F. Chang's (one of our faves!)  I decided to wear my Zara floral ruffle dress because it was SO hot out today (like 93 degrees) and I wanted to wear something feminine and summery.

I absolutely LOVE this dress.  It is one of my favorites out of all of the ones I own. This was my first time wearing it.

Dress- Zara; Open-faced cardigan- Charlotte Russe; Shoes- Cynthia Vincent for Target

Sigh. That dress is just so lovely.

After dinner we encountered a downpour (that's Houston for you- if you don't like the weather, just wait 15 minutes!) It was like a monsoon rain.


We also saw like 100 cyclists hiding under a gas station roof !!! I've never seen anything like it. They were all crowded there like sardines. I felt so bad for them.  I tried to get a shot...not a good one but you might get an idea if you enlarge it.



I also stopped at CVS because I heard they carry La Roche Posay products.  When I got there, there were only a few products on the shelves. I asked the manager if they had more and he came back with a cardboard box FULL of LRP products. I was glad they had them because I HATE ordering things online. Dear CVS, thank you for carrying these products, it has made my life so much easier.

I got my tried and true Effaclar face wash, a new acne spot treatment and the new Anthelios SPF 60 sunscreen:


La Roche Posay is the best skincare line I've ever encountered. It was orginally recommend to me by a dermatologist when I used to have severe cystic acne and I can't imagine what I'd do without their incredible products. The acne treatment is a new one for me as I usually use their Targeted Breakout Corrector (which is amazing) so I'll report back on it soon! 

I think if you tend to break out, even once in awhile, you should use an acne product preventatively. This has been tremendously successful for me. Every night before bed I apply a thin layer of the acne treatment to my chin area where I used to have bad acne, just to make sure nothing flares up. I also dot Proactiv's Refining Mask on any areas where I either have a developing pimple or I think something might pop up there. This has helped my skin stay clear. Yes, I look like a weirdo before bed, but hey, clear skin is worth it!

I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!  Tomorrow we are going out for my birthday, which is this Sunday, May the 30th!  I can't believe I'm going to be 27! This year has just flown by!

Oh and on Sunday, my girlfriend and I are seeing the new Sex and the City movie! Yay! What a perfect birthday weekend :)

xoxo,

Veronika.

Monday, May 24, 2010

OOTD: Bright Florals & Crisp Whites


As you all know, I love to shop. But I'm no hoarder. When I buy it, I wear it.  My OOTD consists of 2 purchases that I've made in the last 72 hours!

I paired my new floral print blouse with my Banana Republic Tie-waist gathered skirt (which is absolutely adorable! and btw, it's a size 4 for anyone who is curious about fit.)



Top- Zara; Skirt- Banana Republic; Shoes- Jessica Simpson.

Tonight I'm relaxing with my husband and getting ready to watch the season premiere of The Bachelorette.  We are making kabobs for dinner (yum!) I can't wait to see Ali's bachelors!  Will YOU be watching tonight?

xoxo,

Veronika.