Got Your Back
So ~ who's got your back? Well I do, of course, and so does Chrysmela. ... huh? Please allow me to explain. Recently, I found myself dashing out the door for a fancy-schmancy event with my hubby. This particular event was something I had been looking forward...
Beach Bound
Summer... summer ... summertime. ... Time to sit back and unwind. ~ Ohhh ... DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince. #GoodTimes Summer officially started June 20th and we are now ALL UP IN IT! If your summer vacay has you heading to a beach, I've compiled a fun...
Goin’ Big
I like big BAGS ... and I cannot lie. And I especially like this Marie studded crossbody shoulder bag from Elizabeth Laine. #WhatsNotToLove I first became aware of Elizabeth Laine handbags because I follow them on Instagram and one day, while just lazily...
The Magic Number
So when exactly does an attraction to a trend become a full blown obsession with one? ... I'm, umm ... asking for a friend. I mean, YES ... I acknowledge that I have an exorbitant amount of off-the-shoulder blouses in my closet but is there some magic number that...
Latest Beauty Finds
Happy Friday, everyone! I've been wanting to share with you two really FAB beauty finds that I've recently discovered and to actually spend a little time to really try them out for myself. So, I took a morning off earlier this week and did just exactly that. Let me...
JTV Pearl Passionista Giveaway
*** Disclosure: I was compensated for this post and received a JTV pearl necklace for myself, as well as one to giveaway to one of YOU! Recently, my husband and I attended a special event in sunny California. I knew in advance that the attire for this event...
A Sheer Thing
Boho Chic Boho Chic Everywhere I look ... Boho Chic. [ kimono c/o *** free shipping worldwide thru today on entire site! | pants | similar sandals | similar sunnies | jewelry / gift from hubby, similar cuff and earrings in gold ] It's like madness. Sheer...
Feel Good Savings At Savers
I've mentioned many times before that I believe that "thrifting" is a fashionistas secret resource. It's a thrill to hunt through thrift stores, second-hand shops and vintage clothing stores with the hope of scoring something fab, interesting and unique ... at a...
Pom-tastic
For weeks now ... yes WEEKS ~ which technically then became months ... I've been contemplating trying anything from the current pom pom trend. I was hesitant, however, as pom poms often have me conjuring up images of kindergarten art class. But when I saw the price...
Fashion Week El Paseo With Chico’s
When Chico's calls ... YOU ANSWER! [ jeans c/o | blouse c/o <<< code Q1moreturquoi15 gets you 15% off | similar sunnies | similar earrings | similar sandals ] SO very glad that I did because that's when I learned that Chico's was...
Spring Stripes & The Perfect Enchilada
You know what I LOVE about Spring? ... STRIPES! #WhosWithMe [ striped suit c/o <<< code Q1moreturquoi15 gets you 15% off | similar handbag | similar earrings | similar sunnies | similar heels ] You know what I don't love about Spring?...
COB ~ That’s Good Math!
Have you shopped COB (Chadwick's of Boston) lately? Well, ICYMI (in case you missed it) they've been stepping up their style game lately and their prices are really quite good . And so with $200 in hand, I recently gave them a test drive. BY&M...
The Lilly ~ Jambu’s Super Comfy Sandal
Do you remember my fab friend Dawn from Fashion Should Be Fun? The last time I saw Dawn we were at NY Fashion Week rockin' our latest looks and, OF COURSE, our favorite pair of heels. Both of us purchase shoes (in particular HEELS) like they're household...