TKEES

I was looking on a website of a local boutique and I came across a pair of simple sandals. I found them about a month ago, and I knew that they were going to be very popular. Ever since then, I have been seeing them all over! I am noticing them even more at the resort I'm staying at for spring break. There are a lot of fashionable people lounging by the pool, and I have counted at least 5 people wearing these shoes! My favorite color is the tan, and a lady tanning next to me had them!

After I saw people wearing Tkees, I searched them on the internet and found out that a countless number of celebrities are wearing them, too! They are all naturally and go along with the "eco-friendly" trend, so it is a fashion statement that is good for the environment.

Their moto is "Cosmetics For Your Feet"
The whole line of sandals is inspired by makeup! (tan=foundation, pink=blush, etc.)

There are a ton of colors, and a lot of places sell them!

You can find them at bloomingdales.com and tkees.com.

Look Cute While Working Out!

One of the hardest things about working out is staying motivated. One day I will be ready to run for hours, and other days I can barely drag myself out of bed.

Luckily, there are so many benefits of working out and one of them is the amazing clothes. For me, workout clothes are one of the most important things to keep me motivated!

My obsession with workout clothes started when I stepped foot into LuluLemon. I fell in love! LuluLemon is an athletic store centered around yoga, but they also sell running clothes and accessories. 

Here are a few of my favorite pieces that I own (mine are in some different colors because I got them a while ago) 

I have these in all black and they are SO comfortable! I adore them for running.

This is my latest LuluLemon purchase. I have them in the color shown. LOVE.

This is probably the best sports bra ever. They have them in every color imaginable!

I have this top in pink and lime green. It is pretty much the only shirt that I wear to yoga. It is breathable and all around amazing.

I have similar jackets in purple and grey, white, and a short-sleeved one in black. I want more of them, but they are a little bit pricey. There is an amazing selection. My favorite one that I have seen is black with a cheetah-print LuluLemon sign.

Another store that I have been loving for workout clothes is Lucy. I don't think that there are very many Lucy stores, but there is a really nice one where I live. Lucy is less expensive than LuluLemon but still nice athletic wear. There are also incredible deals at Lucy. I have gotten shirts for under $10 on the clearance rack! I don't have that many things from Lucy, but I found a ton of pieces that I like online. 

I really like the color combination in this scarf.

A cheaper alternative to my favorite LuluLemon tank! It's on sale now for $7.99! The only downside is that there is not a very big color selection.

I love this mat... I am definitely going to get one!

This jacket has a workout-clothes material, but it is styled as a normal, wear-everywear jacket.

These crops are the perfect pants to ease into spring.

Need a cheaper alternative? 

Try Target!

There are so many options at Target that imitate nicer athletic brands very well! 

This is just one example...

This tank from LuluLemon is $39.                         

VS.

This tank from Target is only $14.99!!!

      

Lemlem: A good reason for shopping

I first discovered Lemlem when I was looking on the J. Crew sale section. Lemlem has a special line for J. Crew, and I am newly obsessed with it. At one point, it wasn't quite my style, but it has definitely grown on me!

One of the reasons I love Lemlem is because the company supports a really big problem in Ethiopia. All of the garments are hand-made and high quality. :)

Below: A few of my favorite pieces from the Lemlem line for J. Crew

Below are my favorite pieces from the Lemlem website. Go check it out! 

http://lemlem.com/index.php

xx,

Annie

Live Life With Elegance

What is the difference between fashion and style? 

I think that style is something you are born with. Think Katherine Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and Diana Vreeland. They were born with both style and beauty, in fact. 

I have admired style icons from the time when Audrey Hepburn changed the way women look at pearls in Breakfast at Tiffany's to the beautiful wardrobe of Grace Kelly in Rear Window.

Grace Kelly in Rear Window with James Stewart, the costar. 

Grace Kelly is the epitome of elegance and beauty.

Diana Vreeland walks the walk of someone with confidence.

I love this quote!

Katherine Hepburn

“Looking good and dressing well is a necessity. Having a purpose in life is not.”

xoxo,

Annie

Shoes of Prey

Do you ever find yourself day-dreaming of the perfect pair of shoes? Maybe it is the impossible-to-find turquoise pumps, or cute copper snakeskin flats with an emerald silk bow. I know personally how determined I can be to find a pair of shoes if I want them. I search every website, store, and catalog until I find the perfect pair of shoes. It is so frustrating to not be able to find what I have my mind set on!
There is finally a solution for long days spent at the mall, unsuccessfully looking for the pair of shoes that are created in my mind.

Shoes of Prey is a website that allows YOU to be the designer.

People can choose from different types of shoes, styles, heel height, and everything else that someone could ever dream about in a shoe.

After designing the shoe, people can choose their size and order them to be sent to their house. The shoes are handmade and beautiful! The only downside is that the shoes are a bit pricey, but who wouldn't pay for the perfect pair of shoes?

Check it out!

http://www.shoesofprey.com/

These are a pair that I made just for fun. I love black and pink together and thought that these heels would be adorable with a black sheath dress! :)

Above is a description of the pair of shoes I created.

There are so many different options to design your very own shoes!

My favorites are the wedges. :)

Below are a couple of finished examples of shoes from the website!

Have a beautiful day.
xoxo,
Annie