April Fool's

In the ultimate April Fool's joke, the weather in Cambridge is beautiful today. It makes me want to do this:

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But, since that's not possible, a pretty dress always makes you feel happier, skinnier and prettier.

I have been excited to wear this dress ever since I bought it in February. A natural rosy lip (from my Glossybox) and some bright mini-wedge sandals were easy go-tos.

Last Minute Presents, or Presents for Next Year

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Need some present ideas? Maybe it's too late for this year, but one should always be thinking ahead. Also, do you really need a holiday to buy someone (or yourself) a little something? No. People should get presents every day.

Catullus has something for everyone. He's smutty and irreverent, but also sweet and romantic. He knows what a lady likes. I just bought a Gilt voucher for Gorjana, so I'm excited to buy one of their classic pieces. I really like this ring, but the necklaces are very nice as well. This heart umbrella is adorable--but anything whimsical and cute would be a nice surprise--I just wouldn't spend very much on it.

Taza chocolate is one of my favorites. It only has a few ingredients: chocolate, sugar, salt. It has a wonderful mouth feel and is delicious. Also, it's a small business that has trade partnerships with plantations committed to fair wages and sustainability. It's definitely a step up from Godiva. Speaking of sweets, beauty products are usually a safe way to go (as long as they're not cellulite removal creams). This Fresh sugar lip polish is a personal favorite; I use it twice a week to prevent chapping and flaking. Also, if a wee bit gets in your mouth, it tastes pretty good.

It's still February. Which means it's still pretty cold. When it's cold, pajamas are always welcome. (Pajamas are welcome when it's warm too, but go smaller.) I have a pair of J.Crew PJs, and I really like them. A nice pajama set always makes you feel like you have your shit together, even if you're wearing them on a Thursday afternoon. Finally, I own this Boden sweatshirt in a darker gray, andI love would kill someone for it. It's a cashmere hoodie. As in, you can be a slob, but at least you look like a wealthy slob. It's incredibly comfortable and warm (but not overly so) and it looks great. Seriously, no matter what you've done, this Boden sweatshirt will buy forgiveness.

Happy Valentine's Day!

If you look closely enough, this dress has little penguin pairs, holding flippers, with little white hearts for tummies. Perfect.

P.S. Penguins mate for life.

Resolutions for 2013

P.S. How awesome is that bag?

Nine West Flax Glitter Pumps

$49.99, Nine West

Got these sparkly shoes yesterday in the mail. Like most Nine West shoes, they are TTS, not too high and comfy. And they are so. Damn. Sparkly. I would wear these with a party dress for a New Year's Eve party or with dark wash skinnies and a embellished tank/tee for a night out.

A few glitter pieces had fallen off in the box, and a teeny bit rubbed off when I was trying them on, but overall the glitter stuck pretty well. Additionally, there is a thin line of white leather that runs around the shoe, which prevents any part of your skin from touching (and being cut by) the glitter.

I got them on sale from 6pm, but they are sold widely online elsewhere. Because these shoes aren't something you can wear all the time, I didn't feel like spending very much on them.

Purple Paisley Pumps

Two outfits that I would wear if I had anywhere to go or anything to do. Those purple pumps are from Target for only $29.99!! They are super comfy (no seriously) and cute. Also, since they're so inexpensive, I can wear them even in mucky situations. I am considering buying them in more colors, such as red or blue. Generally, I've had really good experience with Target shoes. They are on trend and inexpensive and not uncomfortable. 

In other news, I've started a new show--Hart of Dixie. It's awesome-terrible. Everyone should watch it.