Slip into something comfortable...

Calfskin slingback, Ralph Lauren Collection, $695



Thought I'd show you a little eye candy to start your Monday off!


Blessings this week!!


Oxox

Other Places

So, I like to draw inspiration from just about any style when I am wanting to change my own look up. What better way than to see what fashionistas are wearing from all over. Here are some women showing off their styles from San Juan, Brazil, Madrid and England.


















Our first one here, left above, is photographed in San Juan. She definitely has some great legs to wear some flat warrior sandals with that short minidress. It's workin' for her. For those of us that might not feel comfortable in something so short, pair that with a great pair of jeans and some heels, and that will be workin' for you.




This Brazilian lovely is all about adding some louder color to her black and white ensemble. You see this a lot out here in Panama too. Many Latin American countries embrace lots of color. I have to say, that I have added a lot more color to my wardrobe since living here.....and LOVE it!

Preppy and little masculine, yet still sexy due to those heels.-Spain

Minishorts + High heels= Muah!-Spain

1960's look for you vintage lovers.- Spain

Personally, I like this dress...a little peasant, vintage, hippie in one...I might loose the jacket myself.

So, shorts with heels are definitely a go in Spain....I would have to agree with that. Definitely makes the legs look longer, which is flattering in shorts. Shorts tend to widen the look of our hips and legs...unless you're super skinny. I would say to put on a smokin' pair of heels if you are going to wear some shorts for a dressier look.

She is wearin' this dress!

Love the clutch...perfect touch to this soft dress.

London -So just about anything goes in London, or so I've heard. I can't completely say that since I haven't been there:) It's a pretty safe place to step out in your own style, or just be bolder with your fashion in general.

Accessories. Here are just a couple of pics to show. I always like to see what others decorate their wrists with:)

pictures by:Jose luis Diez Garde/Susana Molina/Raul Murciego and found via glamour






Tengas un buen fin de semana y bendiciones!!

Oxox

Oh so NOT matronly.

With all of the floral out there right now... some of which is fab-U-lous, like these 3 Reem Acra floral dresses, there might be some of you who still think of floral print on dresses and skirts, even purses now too, as matronly or something that you always saw grandma wearing. A great way to add some instant style to this look, vamp it up a little and create a look that does not feel as if you are wearing a curtain, so to speak, is by adding a belt. I have posted some inspiration for those of you who may be struggling with this trend. Remember that belts themselves have so many looks and styles...... so have fun playing around and creating some style of your own with these dresses and skirts. They are so hot right now, why not be to??

Oscar de la Renta found at Saks Fifth Ave.

This dress does look more 'girly'especially with the pleated skirt, but the silk bow belt gives it the right touch, turning it into something I would look twice at.

Lane Bryant

Showing off the waist line will definitely create some sliming, and I also love that this dress is put together with another pattern.

The wrap skirt almost always looks nice with a floral print.

Both of these are something so wearable to a weekend afternoon get-together.

Arden B.

Ralph Lauren

sprin 2010 floral prints by stylistka2009 featuring Burberry coats

both pics found @ployvore.com

Not so much for belts?? Go with something that has a drawstring in it like this lovely.

** Playing up your make up, or jewelry, or by wearing a smokin' pair of heels is a great way to feel extra sexy in these styles.

Have a blessed weekend!!!

Cuidate!!!

Oxox

Love My Pencil Skirts.

So sorry that I have been MIA lately. We have all been battling a nasty cold here at the Correa home and I am finally feeling better, and have some energy (and relief time from my little ones) to at least write a little something of a post.

So, I have to say that I love the this look that LC has on. I love my dresses and skirts and there is nothing better than nice fitting pencil skirt! One paired with a great dainty, printed, floral or even bright top is a definite DO. It is not only classy, but usually pretty comfortable and usually can be figure flattering for many body types (when one is wearing their appropriate size I might add...I have seen some try to squeeze in to one that is just one size too small!). Honestly this look, with any number of tops, usually looks good and when I like to mix a little casual in I have worn a cute pencil skirt with a belt, and a nice fitted girly 'wife beater' tank and some extra jewelry to dress the top up a little....that along with some added color to my lips!






As all of us are fully aware of, floral is everywhere for the Spring wear and as you can see Whitney Port is sporting and pair of floral pattern tights. I like them myself.





I like the micro-floral print on this dress of Pink's. It is not only extra feminine, but it gives it a little bit of a dated feel. I can imagine how one might find similar looks at some great Vintage shops!

OK, so I know that many of you are still not able to really begin wearing open toed heels/sandals, go with out a coat, or bare those lovely legs yet because of that darn cooler weather so thought I would share just a couple of looks that are great for the tail end of Mr. Winter....OK, so almost to the tail end;)

Yes, I am still loving the over the knee boots and why not wear them while you still can. Also, while I love this top, it doesn't have to be such a fitted top to go with the leggings. A looser boyfriend sweater would look good, or adding a bomber jacket, jean jacket, or even a scarf to your top would all look good as well and give some extra coverage if that is what is wanted.

Mary Kate looks so much better to me when looking put together, and I have to say that she looks really good here. Love the belt with the coat.

If the weather is letting up some, then ditching the coat and rocking a nice scarf with a cute sweater is great way to go. Especially for all you/us moms needing a stylish, yet comfortable, and realistic look!!!



Congrats to the Saints....We were pulling for them here and I am so happy that they have their first Super Bowl win under their belt!!

I hope you all had a lovely weekend and a happy Monday!!

Bendiciones!!!

(all photos, and many more courtesy of: people)

Picks of the Week.

So, many of you probably watched at least some ( by some I mean the Red Carpet) of the People's Choice Awards this past week and saw some of the lovelies in their gorgeous gowns....and not so gorgeous too! I think that many women, men too but more women who are not huge fashion lovers, like many of ourselves, still always look forward to the Red Carpet too. There is just something about seeing what some of those Hollywood beauties are going to wear, what they are going to do with their hair and make up and of course, who will still the show altogether.

While I didn't see the show, I have definitely seen the pics from this event all over the net, and therefore decided to post my top five picks, of the dresses (and just over all look) that most caught my eye.....enjoy!!!

Taraji looks so beautiful in this color and flow of the dress. The cinched waist looks fab with the one shoulder. It looks really comfy on your skin too!

Ginnifer Goodwin almost never disappoints me with her style sense. Love her pixie, and the dress looks fabulous on her....I would wear this one too.

Though her stance looks a little awkward in the pick (to me anyway), Sandra looks good in this length and cut. Nice style and good pick for this type of awards show.







This was my favorite dress on Miss Queen Latifa...she looks gorgeous!

This one that Demi Lavato is wearing is definitely something I would wear. Love the color, the length, the ruffles, and the bodice to show off her curves! She did a nice job with her statement necklace too.

Here are couple of runner ups for me....

Leah Michele looks great in the red, and I actually like that she kept it simple and went with out a necklace.

all photos courtesy of Daily mail/Picapp.com/Huffington post/Getty images

Carrie looks beautiful, and while the skirt of the dress is not necessarily my style, I am LOVING those heels!!!

Happy Friday to you all, and I want to leave all you readers with something to take with you in thought this weekend. This was sent to me, I of course sent it on to many women that are important to me, and that I wanted to give some extra encouragement and empowerment to. I really want to share it with all of you as well (women and men, it truly applies to both) in hopes of planting a little seed of hope and inspiration in your pretty little heads and hearts too!

Quotation: “May today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us.”

Blessings!!!

Tis The Season...

With Thanksgiving now past, we are officially entering the rush of the Holiday Parties! I thought I would start by posting some nice dress finds to give those of you looking for that perfect party dress some ideas. Don't you just love getting all glamed up that night? I know I always have! These postings are dresses today, though a dress is definitely not the only way to go with Holiday attire, as you will see in some more of my up coming posts. I am also on the look out for great clutches, heels, jewelry and beauty tips, to help give you any advice and inspiration I can, in order to aid in you looking and feeling absolutely fabulous this Holiday Season.

Here are some lovelies, who are wearing some great dresses that not only work for a Holiday party, but can also be worn again for different events and occasions. Point being that the dress will not sit on the hanger after that one night=getting your money's worth!

Dresses found here: net-a-porter victoriasecret lanebryant