July 9th, 2010 by
The Fashionable Housewife
Valerie Maxi Dress
I’m 33 weeks pregnant now, due August 24th. Not technically “today’s” outfit, I wore this gorgeous Valerie Maxi Dress on Monday and just had to share it with you. I purchased it on ideeli several weeks ago and I absolutely adore this dress. It was love at first sight!
It’s made of a very lightweight and breathable cotton material and although it’s not maternity, it has enough room for my belly. I also love that it’s a bit on the short side for a maxi dress, so it ended up being the perfect length for my short 5’3″ figure.
I’ve worn it with Born Gladiolus Sandals as well as with Born Nordi Sandals.
I can’t find anything about the brand “Valerie” online, but the tag says it’s made in Bali. I’m not sure where you can purchase Valerie clothes from and I had never even heard of the brand before I saw it on ideeli. I didn’t really care what the brand was, when I saw this dress, I just knew I had to have it.
The description of the sale from the ideeli site read:
“Sometimes the journey is the destination. When Miami-based designer Valerie Levy took at trip to Bali to get away from the pressures of everyday life, she found herself at home amidst all the lush foliage, flowers, and intoxicating scents of the tropical paradise. Setting out to capture that same feeling in her designs so that other women could enjoy it, she created Valerie, a collection of sultry dresses that evoke an immediate sense of nirvana when you put them on. Colorful tropical prints and soft tie-dye fabrics call to mind exotic beaches, palm trees, and relaxation. Sexy plunging V-necklines and comfortable empire waistlines embellished with fringe or lace are like Shangri-La in a dress, perfect for a calm day at the beach or a casual night out. Just throw them into your suitcase and go!”
I get so many compliments on the dress everytime I wear it. This dress definitely gets some attention, but not in a bad way. It’s just very eclectic and hippie styled. I’m absolutely thrilled I will still get to keep on wearing it after I give birth because it’s not a maternity dress.
Tell me what you think of this dress in the comments!
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Related Topics: Bali, Dresses & Skirts, Hippie-chic, ideeli, Maxi Dress, Maxi Dresses, Outfit Ideas, Sample Sales, Today's Outfit, Valerie Levy
July 4th, 2010 by
The Fashionable Housewife
I’m loving my Softspots Caylee
wedge sandals. They are SO comfortable and the little wedge helps make my pregnant, swollen ankles look a bit thinner, making me feel a whole lot better about wearing shorts in public!
Happy 4th of July everybody! God bless America and thank the Lord we are still a free country!!
Are you wearing something festive today?
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Related Topics: Shoeline.com, Softspots Caylee, Today's Outfit
December 17th, 2009 by
The Fashionable Housewife
Kirsten Borrink from Barking Dog Shoes is here again to show us her fabulous Winter ensemble featuring the Tsubo Women’s Asmik Wedge
!
I wish I could say I wore them out dancing, as they’d be perfect for such an evening. The wedge heel gives me a little height without the teeter-totter feel.
The Shoes:
The extra cushioning at the forefoot and heel make the Tsubo Asmik even more foot-friendly. But alas, I wound up wearing them to the California Pizza Kitchen and sat in a booth eating my suburban fare. But my feet looked cute. See, not only is the Asmik comfy and stylish, it makes my foot look dainty! My size 10 feet looked dainty! Alert the press… The Tsubo Asmik is available @ Zappos for $140 (fits true to size and width).
The Outfit:
My girlfriend who has a knack for putting together smashing outfits on a budget asked me to go “resale-ing” with her last weekend. After bagging a few tops at the Goodwill, she drove me to The Clothes Mentor here in the western suburbs of Chicago. Amigas mias, you must check the store locater to see if there’s one near you. I found this snow leopard sweater for $7, the silver circles necklace for $3 plus a new with tags Ann Taylor dress for $20 and a Gap buffalo plaid shirt for $8. You’ll find plenty of designer names and current styles. The shoe selection is incredible!
Sweater: Express (from The Clothes Mentor consignment shop)
Necklace: vintage (from the Clothes Mentor–was $3!)
Pants: 7 for All Mankind from TJ Maxx
Belt: Nine West from TJ Maxx
[Article Source: BarkingDogShoes.com]
The Tsubo Asmik wedges are on sale for 20% off on Zappos.com! They were $140.00 – now only $112.00!!!
Click here to purchase!
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Related Topics: Comfortable Shoes, Kirsten Borrink, Outfit Ideas, Today's Outfit, Tsubo Asmik
November 9th, 2009 by
The Fashionable Housewife
Kirsten Borrink from BarkingDogShoes.com has another fabulous outfit to go with her new Born Della clogs!
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‘Tis the season for berry red patent clogs. I first reviewed this comfortable shoe back in July, but find myself wearing the Born Della more as the oranges and russets of fall fade making way for cooler, crisper colors of the coming season. I also wear these more because they’re just fabulously foot-friendly.
If Dansko or Sanita clogs are too hard on the soles of your feet, try a pair of these lightweight, cushioned clogs by Born. The fit is fantastic, with moderate arch support and plenty of room for the toes. You can even adjust the width across the instep–those silver buckles not only look cool, they’re functional!
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I’ve had some bad experiences with other open-back clogs- I start walking at a faster clip and send one flying into the air. Not so with these; they stay put.
Normally I wear the Born Della with jeans, but decided to dress them up today with tights, pleated skirt, black turtleneck sweater and my favorite necklace passed on to me from my mom–I think it’s from Israel? All this to show you it’s truly a versatile little shoe.
Click here for a list of where to purchase these shoes!
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Related Topics: Barking Dog Shoes, Born, Born Della, Born Della clogs, clogs, Comfortable Shoes, Kirsten Borrink, Outfit Ideas, Red Shoes, Today's Outfit
September 3rd, 2009 by
The Fashionable Housewife
Okay, so today I’m wearing these pleated camo pants I got on Victoria’s Secret website in July for only $14.99. Of course they aren’t on there now because they sold out, but there are similar new Fall styles on there like these cuff bottom utility pants.
I find VS sizes to be unreliable. I bought a similar pair, same London Jean brand, same material even, in a size 4 and they were a little too small. So I got these in a size 6 and they are quite big. They fit me more like a size 8. I’m not sure why, but it makes me leery of buying more pants from VS. Has anyone else had this problem?
These are cuffed pants, but I roll them up to give them more of a boyfriend style. I’m wearing them with my Indigo by Clarks “Tofu” Sandals
so that I don’t look short and wide. lol I got these awesome and very comfortable sandals for only $39 during a Clarks Boutique on RueLaLa.com. Right now, they are on sale on Amazon.com for only $28.78
. You’ll find it in all 7 colors too, but they vary in price so take a look.
Anyway, this frumpy looking black shirt is actually my favorite shirt in the world. It’s a sleepwear shirt from Target and it’s the softest, most perfectly shaped shirt ever. It might look frumpy folded up, but it looks great on because the material is thin and it hangs just right. I love it!
I wasn’t sure what to wear for accessories, so I went with the Attitude Bracelet from Twisted Silver. It’s funky and light weight, so it’s a standby accessory of mine. I haven’t quite figured out how to rock the boyfriend style with camo pants, so any suggestions would be helpful! I didn’t know whether to go with a layered necklace to tone down the camouflage print or whether to play it up with a wide belt and some big hoops – Rihanna style. What do you think???
Shirt: Target
Pants: Victoria’s Secret
Shoes: Indigo by Clarks
Bracelet: Twisted Silver
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Related Topics: Boyfriend Jeans, Indigo, Indigo by Clarks, Pants, Today's Outfit, Victoria's Secret
August 31st, 2009 by
The Fashionable Housewife
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I can’t believe it’s the last day of August. I have NO idea where my summer went. Well… actually I do. I spent way too much time blogging and answering emails and not enough time swimming and playing with my 2 year old.
Today, it feels like the last day of September, even though it’s really the last day of August. It only got up to 68°F today and there’s been a slight breeze. Really, quite a nice day, but one that I would much rather be more towards the end of next month. I think we only got like 2 weeks of summer up here in NH.
I’m just hanging out in a TOMS t shirt and my fav YMI distressed skinny jeans. Totally casual, nothing fashionable, but you gals have been bugging me to take a pic of myself actually wearing one of my outfits and today your wish is granted. My daughter’s naptime gave me just enough time to run outside and take a pic and also get a few other things done.
I love this TOMS tee because it’s soft, fits perfect, and says “Be the change.” on the front with a faded picture of TOMS shoes. For every pair of TOMS shoes that you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of shoes to a child in need. One for One. It’s an amazing company. TOMSshoes.com
I have a couple pairs of TOMS shoes and I love them. Super comfy, lightweight, slip on shoes that are great for wearing around the house. My favorite pair are the Cobalt Blue Suede
ones.
If you don’t have a pair, today is the time to buy! You can get $5 off your first pair of TOMS Shoes with the coupon code FirstTOMS! But hurry, offer ends 8/31/09!
Shirt: TOMS Be The Change Tee
Jeans: YMI Destroyed Skinny Jeans
Shoes: TOMS Shoes
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Related Topics: Outfit Ideas, Outfit Ideas, Today's Outfit, TOMS, YMI Jeanswear
August 25th, 2009 by
The Fashionable Housewife
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I got this Purple Ruffle Blouse on eBay from xtinascripps, the author of Christina’s Favorite Things blog. I don’t follow as many blogs as I used to, but I always make sure to check out Christina’s blog every week and she’s one of my fav eBay sellers too! I love her taste in clothing…
Today I am wearing this blouse tucked into YMI Skinny Jeans, one of my fav pairs. They are soft, stretch, and fit me perfect. I accessorized with a simple black belt and my Cynthia H “Love Who You Are” Bracelet.
So glad I finally found something to wear my Privo by Clarks "Kristie" Grey Sporty Ballet Flats with. I bought these back in early June during a Clarks sale at Rue La La. I got them for only $39! They are super comfy and I love the purple patent trim. I don’t think the grey ones are available anymore, but you can find the brown ones on Macys.com
and Shoes.com.
Shirt: Penguin Clothing
Jeans: YMI Skinny Jeans
Shoes: Privo by Clarks "Kristie"
Belt: Nine West Black Belt
Bracelet: Cynthia H “Love Who You Are” Bracelet
Ideal for: hourglass, pear and slim/athletic body shapes
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Related Topics: Belt, Clarks, Cynthia H, nine west, Outfit Ideas, Penguin, Privo, Privo by Clarks, Today's Outfit, YMI Jeanswear
It’s made of a very lightweight and breathable cotton material and although it’s not maternity, it has enough room for my belly. I also love that it’s a bit on the short side for a maxi dress, so it ended up being the perfect length for my short 5’3″ figure.
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in Camel and I like them very much!!
