Sunflower Summer

Posted on June 9, 2016 by karissaestrada

It hit me just the other day that it’s officially Summer. This whole time I thought we were still in Spring, my second favorite season of the year but summer, oh summer takes the cake. I was born in the summer heat so there’s something about this time of the year that makes me happier than normal. This could also be the extra Vitamin D intake but you get the point. What I love the most about summer is not just fact that the days are little longer or that there’s so much more room for activities but that everything seems possible. You can be anyone you want, you can do anything you want. It feels like freedom doesn’t it? This time of the year is seriously the best. I love a little sunflower too. Sunflowers are on my Top 5 favorite flowers list. My home has flowers in every room because that’s what summer does to you.

Summer also makes you want to buy every maxi dress in the entire universe because why not. They provide so much comfort that you just want everyone to know what it feels like to put on a maxi dress and walk around feeling absolutely amazing. This maxi dress in particular was a hard one to catch. Within just a couple of days, this dress sold out in every size company wide. I placed a backorder order and it arrived TWO months later. Two months! I’ve been impatiently waiting for this beauty, this layered cream beauty to come into the mail. I absolutely love it for any occasion. It’s very easy to wear in a casual setting as well as a dressy one.

Okay, I’ve done a lot of talking. See you guys next time.

With Love,

©Karissa Marie

WEARING:

Dress. Shoes. Necklace.

Foundation. Lipstick-“Instigator”

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Burnt

Posted on June 6, 2016 by karissaestrada

Burnt is the color of this dress but also the state of my being. In other words: Girl, I’m burnt out. I always do this to myself. I go go go until I end up sleeping for 3 days straight not remembering what planet I’m on. I get decent sleep but rest? None. I need ME time. I’m the type of person that needs to be alone with just my thoughts and maybe even a journal. I like going on walks by myself or taking coconut baths. These little things recharge me and make me feel alive again. My brain has been going a mile a minute with work related things, family things, friend things, wifey things that I’ve forgotten the key thing: Me. I’ve forgotten what it’s like to be alone. I’ve been constantly surrounded by friends, family, and Wyatt. Don’t get me wrong, I love it. I love being surrounded with love and laughter but sometimes it’s just nice to be in the midst of my own company. Just me, myself and I. To take a step back from all of the buzz, the conversation and hoopla and just…breathe. I don’t know when I’ll get the chance to do just that but I’m eagerly waiting. I want to curl up somewhere in the sunshine with a good book and some good thoughts.

Recharge. Reset. Repeat.

With love,

©Karissa Marie

WEARING

Dress. Scarf. Shoes. Belt.

Foundation. Lipstick– Bumble

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Perfectly Victorian

Posted on June 2, 2016 by karissaestrada

Perfectly perfect in every way. This effortlessly shaped dress is the definition of perfection. This dress, embroidered with a hint of crochet trim, reminds me of a dress that I had when I was a little girl. My great grandma made it for me from scratch and I wore it proud on my 5th birthday. It’s amazing to me what a simple stitch or silhouette does to your senses. I feel calm, beautiful and powerful in a stunning dress like this one. Especially when it reminds me of my childhood and how far I’ve come.

Hold on tight to the things that bring out the inner child in you.

Shapeless dresses have and always been my kind of thing. The more maternity looking, the better. There’s such a stigma if what you’re wearing is “too flow-y” or “like a tent.” Women automatically think that they look pregnant. I don’t know about you but when I see someone in a gorgeous swing dress, I’m not thinking maternity, I’m thinking DAMN GIRL! WERK! The more flow-y the better in my book. I strive for comfort more than anything and a dress like this provides that and so much more.

Be confident: Wear a babydoll dress.

With love,

©Karissa Marie

WEARING:

Dress. Shoes. Purse.

Foundation. Lipstick-Poppin’

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Yankee Girl

Posted on May 29, 2016 by karissaestrada

Our Yankees VS. Rockies tickets are purchased and ready to enjoy. We are anxiously waiting for June 14th to arrive because we absolutely love baseball but more importantly, LOVE the Yankees. I’ll admit, I only enjoy socializing at baseball games and eating the overly greasy foods than actually watching the game but whatever, I’m still a Yankee girl. The last time we watched The Yankees we were in NYC for my birthday, nearly 10 months ago. We can’t wait! I plan on rocking this vintage style baseball hat along with something minimal for the game, pretty similar to this outfit post. I always have to bring along my trusty converse of course because we like to walk around the stadium beforehand and pre-game a little if you know what I mean. I don’t typically wear baseball hats because I’ve always told myself that I look hideous in them. I thought that about lipstick once upon a time but then I gave it a try and look at me now. I can’t live without it. That’s the thing about finding your personal style, you have to TRY new things. I took a risk and purchased this hat and now I’m hooked. I’ll be rocking them all summer long.

With Love,

©Karissa Marie

WEARING:

Dress. Jacket. Hat. Shoes.

Foundation. Lipstick in “Cami.”

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J-U-M-P-S-U-I-T

Posted on May 25, 2016 by karissaestrada

Jumpsuit livin’ is the way to be. When you’re on the go, being the busy bee that you are, sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is put on a jumpsuit. I always find myself reaching for a jumpsuit when I’m in a hurry, in fact, I’m wearing one right now. I absolutely love the versatility that comes with rocking a jumpsuit, not to mention all styling options like: Statement prints, classic solids and sophisticated structures. I love this head-to-toe print that screams confidence and POWER! Not to mention the tapered pant that provides extreme comfort. Guys, I’m telling you, if you haven’t already jumped on the jumpsuit train you need to. It’s the best thing to have ever happened to my wardrobe. I always know that I can count on jumpsuit when I’m in a fashion rut.

Sorry for the short post! Homegirl is exhausted and is ready for bed. Talk to you guys soon!

With love,

©Karissa Marie

WEARING:

Jumpsuit. Jacket. Shoes. Purse.

Foundation. Lipstick-“Morange”

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