Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired

Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired SHOP THE LOOK:

MONIQUE LHUILLIER DRESS c/o RENT THE RUNWAY (use SIMPLYPERK40 to receive 40% of membership)

VALENTINO SHOES SIMILAR HERE

BEBE BAG (OLD)

Happy Friday! Today I am just posting one dreamy outfit post I have been trying to do for the blog. Rent the Runway made it happen by being able to rent the closet of my dreams. Playing Dress Up: Cannes Festival Inspired as it is coming to an end tomorrow. If I’d be able to go there I would wear something like this and wearing a Monique Lhuillier dress is a dream come true. And my little Aidan here was very cooperative with the photos so I really enjoyed this photo shoot with him. He became my date here since my hubby is the one behind the camera.

I just cannot stop bragging about the good service Rent the Runway have. It is an easy peasy process and they have all the gorgeous designer pieces you could ever imagine.

As for the dress, it is really pretty and flattering. I love the color and the style is so elegant that is why I had to pair it to my classic Valentino shoes. If ever I will have a Gala to attend, I will wear rent this dress again! It is true to size and the length is just right for my height. I am 5’6″ by the way. You can also wear this to a wedding if the dress code is strictly formal, this will be perfect for it.

I hope I was able to give some inspiration from this post. Thank you so much for stopping by and may you all have a wonderful weekend.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

 

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Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress

Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress Wedding Guest Dress Part 2: Floral Maxi Dress

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RENT THE RUNWAY DRESS c/o

TARGET SHOES

GAP STRAW BAG (OLD) SIMLAR HERE

AMERICAN EAGLE STRAW HAT 

As promised here is another is the wedding guest dress part 2: maxi floral dress. I am so in love with this dress, so comfy, flowy and chic! I so love the cut, the slit and the back details of it. Okay, yes I love everything about it! Rent the runway has it all! If I can just heart every item they have for all my special event needs. I just wish I had a wedding to go to. All events around me are baby showers 🙂 Are you also in love with the dress? I added the straw bag and hat as it is perfect for a beach wedding and then just change into slides after party right?

This dress is so versatile, you can also wear a denim jacket over it when it gets chilly. If you will look into the review of the dress it pretty much looked good on everybody who wore it. It is kinda long though that is why I wore it with heels. I am just in the mood of posting about wedding as I always see the royal wedding update on the news.

So I recommend if you have an event coming up, this is a very good dress! You will not regret renting or even buying it!

Again, thank you for stopping by and see you once again on Friday for another lovely post.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Wedding Guest Dress Part 1

Wedding Guest Dress Part 1 Wedding Guest Dress Part 1 Wedding Guest Dress Part 1 Wedding Guest Dress Part 1 Wedding Guest Dress Part 1 Wedding Guest Dress Part 1 SHOP THE LOOK:

RENT THE RUNWAY DRESS c/o

CHRISTIAN lOUBOUTIN PUMPS  SIMILAR HERE 

BEBE BAG SIMILAR HERE

GRAYTON WATCH c/o

Happy Monday to all! How was your weekend? My family celebrated three events, Adi (my daughter’s) first communion, Mother’s day and her 8th birthday today. It was a very weekend but very fun spent with family and friends. Today, since it is the wedding season and a lot of things I hear about is what to wear. Sharing this Wedding Guest Dress Part 1. As I will be showing 3 parts this week if you will be attending or know somebody is wanting to look good but not breaking the bank.

I am glad to have known Rent the Runway. I have heard of them through a friend who had to attend 8 weddings in a year. She told me that her secret was renting it from Rent the Runway. I was always stunned by all her outfits as they all look so good on her and the dresses were looking so expensive. So when I was approached by them to feature it. I did not hesitate and I am actually on my second round of 4 dresses, so dresses in 2 weeks using the Unlimited RTR. Very easy to order and make returns! Another best part are the outfits that they have and you can also buy it from them if you like it at a discounted rate.

As for my outfit today. This dresses is just right for me wearing a size 6 but to be more comfortable, you should size up. The color is so refreshing to the eyes and can be paired with any neutral colored shoes. I hope I was able to share something good today. Stay tuned for the next outfit on Wednesday.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Why I love Being A Mom

We are few days  away from Mother’s day. I just wanna share some of my reasons why I love being a mom.

  1. I love that I am responsible to provide a better life for your kids (together with my husband) and shape them well so they will grow up a good person. I really enjoy this because whatever I like what my parents did to me growing I do and whatever I did not like of course I will not do.
  2. I love being the person to take care of my kids hygiene making sure they are always clean and healthy, its not that my husband doesn’t do that, but I do it more.
  3. I love that you have these little ones that think of you as their hero.
  4. I love coming home knowing that the kids are always excited to see me, all my stress and problems will automatically be gone.
  5. I love it that I have thoughtful kids and they treat me so dearly and gives me flowers to pick up from the ground.

Most importantly, I love being a person that is capable of loving unconditionally for the sake of my kids. Honestly, my kids are teaching me how to be more patient, because they will really test you. I believe I am getting better.

May all of you have a wonderful Mother’s day weekend!  By the way, what are you up to this weekend? It is going to be Adi’s First communion at Church and on Sunday celebrating mother’s day with some family friends and an early birthday  celebration for Adi.

Thank you for stopping by.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress

Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi DressSHOP THE LOOK:

RENTTHERUNWAY MAXI DRESS c/o

KAREN WALKER SUNGLASSES 

AMERICAN EAGLE STRAW BAG 

CALVIN KLEIN SANDALS SIMILAR HERE

AMERICAN EAGLE HAT

GRAYTON WATCH c/o

Hello everyone! I am on a major summer vibes right now in Spring because of this gorgeous dress I got to wear the other day. This Spring Summer Perfect Embroidered Maxi Dress that every girl should have in their closet because it is chic and comfy to wear. I was so breathable and the flowy feel during the breey weather. The material is a little heavy that makes it even better when the wind was blowing as you can see on the picture. And since it was sunny and I was next to the water. I added the hat and the bag that makes it even better.

I really enjoyed this photo shoot because I felt so care free and even removed my sandals so I can enjoy the sands. The dress is for keeps and the color is actually red orange but some pictures it looks very red. It can be worn with espadrilles on some cute mules and some chic satchels that you have. This is definitely a major must have item this season.

Thank you for stopping by and see you on the next post!

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

Location: National Harbor, Maryland

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Friday Target Style Outfit

Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit Friday Target Style Outfit

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TARGET DRESS

TARGET SHOES 

H&M SUNNIES 

ZAC POSEN HANDBAG

It’s a wrap! Happy Friday in Target Style outfit. Who doesn’t shop at target? If you haven’t shop there you are missing a lot of good stuff. I have found this cute and comfy dress there and is under $30 that zi paired to another gorgeous target find, these who what wear shoes! There are under $50 and so pretty, those tiny bow knots got me.

If you are not into heels, I would wear this with slides that are so in right now or wedge or flat espadrilles or sneakers, even better! You can tell by the flow of this dress that is gonna be a go to outfit for Spring/Summer season. Easy to wear and pair with anything! I just love the vibrant color of mustard yellow. How about you? Are you embracing that color too as well?

So we are 1 week away for Mother’s day. Do you have plans on going somewhere with your mom. I would prefer giving them the gift of experience like massages, spa treatments… secondary to me are the jewelries were you can both share if you’d like to do twinning with mom.

What you you all up to this weekend. Tomorrow our hot and humid week will be replaced by rainy 2 day weekend.Not complaining as I know it will wash away the pollens that really hurt me so back even with allergy medicine.

Thank you for stopping by and have a wonderful weekend.

Simply,

Christianne 

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress

Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress Spring Vibes with White Midi Dress SHOP THE LOOK:

OLD NAVY DRESS (comes in different prints)

H&M SUNNIES

ESPADRILLE (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

GAP BAG (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

It is a gorgeous week here in Maryland and glad was able to wear this pretty dress when we went to watch The Avengers last Monday. It is low 70’s and a little breezy and the flow and texture of this dress is just perfect for the weather. What I love about the dress is that is can be worn Spring and summer so you know it is a good investment. It can be dressed up and down as well and if you love some colors you can add some pops of some colors with your bags or shoes.

I just opted for the simple look here in neutral and that is why when I saw this pretty wall flowers. We made a stop and took the chance to make it our back drop. It worked out as my dress stand out. Are you a dress lady like me? If you have been following me for a while now you know I love wearing clothes that are one and done that is why the jumpsuit is my alternative for that. Do not need to think to much to dress up.

I also included all the other pretty Spring/ Summer dresses that you might like here below. Thank you once again for stopping by and see you again this Friday. Let me know if you have something in mind you would want me to do a blog post on.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Summer in Spring Mixed

Summer in Spring Mixed Summer in Spring Mixed Summer in Spring Mixed Summer in Spring Mixed Summer in Spring MixedSHOP THE LOOK:

NAVY BLUE MAXI DRESS SIMILAR HERE

SLEEVELESS DENIM JACKET SIMILAR HERE

F21 SUNNIES SIMILAR HERE

ZARA CROSS BODY WALLET SIMILAR HERE AND HERE

ESPADRILLE (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

Happy Monday from Maryland! It was a beautiful but weird weekend weather because on Saturday it was Spring and yesterday Sunday it went back to winter. My allergies are really acting up and it really bothers me even with my allergy medicine. But there is something to look forward this week. It will be Summer in Spring mixed, according to the week forecast we will have this 80’s to 90’s temp. I am actually excited about it because that means more time outdoors. I will be able to enjoy all the outfits that I am wearing.

To break in some summer outfits. This one is for you to be inspired! Maxi dresses are not new to you but I mixed it up with this sleeveless denim jacket to still keep up with Spring and these gorgeous espadrilles are still a winner. You can never go wrong with them this Spring/ Summer season. And to top the whole accessories is this cool mirrored cat eyed sunnies. Sun protection is a must and you can never be outside without this.

How are you gonna celebrate this warm weather week? Any plans on any outdoor activities for you? We will be watching The Avengers today with the whole family. We did not want to watch it over this weekend as we know the theaters will be packed. Today will be perfect I hope (fingers crossed!).

Thank you for stopping by and hope to see you on my next post.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

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Basement Living Room Reveal

Basement Living Room Reveal Basement Living Room Reveal Basement Living Room Reveal Basement Living Room Reveal SHOP THE LOOK:

TARGET CANVAS SOFA SLIPCOVER

TJMAXX CORAL THROW PILLOW

TJMAXX PINK RECTANGULAR  THROW PILLOW

WAYFAIR COFFEE TABLE 

WAYFAIR ACCENT CHAIR

TARGET AREA RUG 

TARGET SERVING TRAY SIMILAR HERE

TARGET FLOOR LAMP 

TARGET CANDLE 

FAUX PLANT SIMILAR HERE

Happy Friday! It is a rainy day again here in Maryland but I am not complaining. I actually just wanna stay home and watch Netflix here. So today posting this Basement Living Room Reveal: Be inspired by these colorful stuff that we put together to make our basement lively and cheerful to the eyes. We have not used our basement since we moved here because my friend was staying with us. So when they moved out we have repainted the whole basement and change the color of the fireplace. It was originally red and as you can see it is now light gray.

As you all notice the whole basement is very light color. So to put life to it we added these colorful pieces like the throw pillows, area rug. We are actually planning to add one more cool furniture on the side and it is coming soon. So stay tuned!

What do you think about our decorating skills? It was mostly my choice of pieces here and just asked hubby what he thought about it. When he approved then that is what we did here.

Have a wonderful weekend! Stay dry if you are in Maryland but Saturday and Sunday should be perfect though.

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better Half)

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Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top

Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top

SHOP THE LOOK:

CHICWISH TOP c/o

MVMT SUNGLASSES c/o

H&M HIGH WAIST JEANS

GAP STRAW BAG (OLD) SIMILAR HERE

TARGET SHOES comes in 3 different colors

Stepping in to Spring with this pretty comfy Chic Casual: Tiered Ruffle Striped Top from Chicwish. I am just happy to create this look that made me feel happy. It is so comfy that you can really tell from the shots here that I am kind like dancing. The top is so light and soft and it easily match with the straw bag and the lovely heels I got from target.

There are a lot of cute styles to match with this top. I would also pair this with a cute espadrille shoes and straw bag. I would also use a clutch bag and comfy slides for this look. This is perfect for Spring/Summer look. You can never go wrong with this top especially its off shoulder style.

I am just glad that the weather here is starting to feel like Spring again. It is actually rainy today but like what they always say. April Showers bring May flowers! So let the rain come and make those flower bloom.

Wishing you all a Happy Wednesday! Thank you for stopping by!

Simply,

Christianne

Photos: Novel (my better half)

 

 

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