OOTD: The only floral i'll ever wear

I'm not a fan of white. Never have been seeing as my makeup leaves orange baseball field residue on any white fabric that gets within my face's force field. Having a shirt with little orange fingerprints all over it by noon makes me look like a dirty girl-and not in a good way.

This shirt, from Target, hasn't been seen in this blog for a while, partially because it was so challenging to pair. I think I finally got it right though.

I decided to make my hourglass work for me. I pulled the only pair of khaki shorts I own, courtesy of Forever XXI, and decided tio wear them with this top, throwing a belt (also Forever XXI) on top to create a waist- 86ing the original problem. I also decided that I would wear my BCBG espadrilles (not shown) with it to stay with that light, summery feeling.

If I marry in a church.

Oleg Cassini probably had me in mind when he designed this dress. He knew he'd make a killing off of me.

I've never been the fairytale princess type- I'm still in the whole cinder soot, house cleaning part of my story. This dress was the dream that appeared to me in Davids Bridal, back when my sister was fitting for her happy ending. Poufy dresses never did it for me since I'm a very simple girl. But when I saw this, something in me shifted. I don't know if it was the detailing on the bodice or the ivory color that got me. Perhaps it was the delivery of the mannequin (that at ground level stood shoulder to shoulder with my 4'10 frame), all I know is how I saw myself walking down a garden or church aisle clad in this gown and having my guests dazzled by my beauty.

If I marry on the beach

I always envisioned getting married barefoot on the beach. When I saw this dress, I knew this is the one i'd choose. I saw it while walking through Macy's with a friend of mine. A mannequin's waifish stature showcased it in the forefront of the Jessica McClintock collection. I was immediately in love with it & before I knew it, I was in the fitting room trying it on. I've always seen myself wearing ivory, even when I was a virgin. The color just looks better on me- white makes me look like a cloud. The material is satin- which hands down is my choice when looking for a formal dress. I swear even if I get married on the court, i'd still wear it.
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Nailed: Essie color for the week

When I purchased this color (along with 3 other spa friendly polishes) I didn't realize it would become one of my favorites in my home salon. Its called Lapis of Luxury. This color is not only vibrant but its cool hue looks great on my skin tone & doesn't have the issue of clashing with any of my open toed shoes.