Originally posted to thegypsywife.com

Summer Vacation is almost here! We have a couple trips planned before my husbands deployment.

First, we are heading to Las Vegas and then Sarasota, Florida. Yes, I am very luck to have family in awesome places!

I’m trying to keep my vacation style simple and light. With two kids in tow I want to look cute with easy outfits to help…

Today I gave in. I couldn't take it any more. I had tried and I fooled myself I was happy about it. But I wasn't. So I committed hair suicide - and dyed by by own hand.

Maybe I just don't get it. Maybe I'm not seeing something that everyone else is seeing. But I just do not understand this hi-lo trend thats going on right now.



For starters, the peplum tops and the hi-lo tops make people who aren't 90 lbs look pregnant. It doesn't matter how cute you think you look, you are most definitely 8 months showing.



This is one bandwagon I refuse to jump on. What happened to the really good, cute maxi dresses for Summer? (Remember we don't have…

several months ago

i mentioned in this post

that i was updating our living room

with some paint and rearranging



and now

sixish months later



i finally have something to show you



but…

Looks We Love: Enamel Sale ends 05/16 From graphic black & white to jazzy blues to sweet mint greens to classic ivory, you’re sure to find something to love with a touch of lustrous enamel trim. Want a simple way to spice up a white tee and skins jeans? Look no further than a pop of enamel. And it’s great for color-blocking, too. https://erikas.kitsylane.com//index.php?file=sale&sId=447 …

Spring is the time of year when I start having lots of fun events to attend...many outside....and I really wish I had a bit of a tan going on. Just a touch of color. Never a fan of self tanners on my face, I instead opt for a bronzer powder and the Bronze Affair Duo from Bare Minerals is amazing! The pressed compact has two colors: The Skinny Dip Bronzer & The Premier Luminizer. The color is a soft, beachy bronze that is just perfect and easy to apply. I just…

I love finding amazing work on Etsy. Such a wonderful community of artists....I often buy birthday presents, holiday gifts and customized invitations from this site. There's a fantastic Etsy store that I love called CorinneCitrolo. Her sewing is simply amazing and I love her fabrics andthe fresh, vibrant print combinations. This "Yellow Chevron & Garden" duo of skirts is so sweet for twins! Perfect for a sunny day! xo…

The Triple Play Sale ends 04/04 The Triple Play may be one of the toughest acts in baseball, but we’re making ours easy: 1) Tag one of our newest spring arrivals. 2) Pick out another. 3) Steal Elyse, our latest Style Bonus, for free You’re guaranteed Elyse free when you purchase any two items within this sale, but you’ll also get it with every order over $50, no matter what. …

To have “style” does not mean you have to have expensive, flashy, gaudy clothing. That is a HUGE misconception!!! You create your own look, and you add style in when everything comes together. The main part of this is finding a good, no GREAT fit. This can be very hard to determine…sooo here are some BASIC rules broken down for you guys!

Tops –

This refers to anything and everything you wear as a top – jacket,…

Ummm... have you seen some of the latest arrivals from Kiki La'Rue?! Talk about gorgeous!!…

Grab a pad and pen ladies! Here is the ultimate list of basics broken down into categories of Tops, Bottoms, Shoes, and Accessories!

• Nautical Top
• White Boyfriend ‘V’ Neck
• Cardigan (button down or drapey)
• Jean Jacket
• Chambray Button Down
• Blazer
• Leather Jacket
• Black & White …

It is time to get creative!!! Our groundhog friend did not see his shadow which means an early spring this year!!! Yahooooo!!! For those of us who cannot wait to break into our summer wardrobe, Glamour provided some unexpected, but fun ideas on how to use those favs for layering for these last few months! Let me know what you think or if you have any other ideas!…

The leather harness has finally made its debut on the runway for the 2013 Spring Fashion show. Once being categorized as a defying trend, it is now seen as “fetished elegance,” according to FASHIONSING.com. The leather harness may not appear on mainstream this season, but it is no longer classified as eccentric. It is best to pair with sophisticated pieces: wide-leg pants, tailored jacket or blazer, or a maxi dress. This accessory pulls off a subtle, yet sexy feel for any outfit. We…

I love the animal print this season! You can start with just accessories as you discover your new-found love for this style. Try a scarf, heels, necklace, skinny belt etc. Take it up a notch with a leopard printed top and a jacket or go all out!!…

I am asked by many people who work 9 to 5 how to take outfits from day into night. An excellent way to do that is by using a great staple, such as a …

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Here is a BRILLIANT idea - when wearing a sweater over a button up, wear a tank top IN BETWEEN the two in order to get rid of the wrinkles and buttons. You will be left with a nice smooth look. Who woulda…

It's  giveaway time!! Featuring my all time FAVORITE boutique-

I wanted to kick off the official launch of my blog in style- so what better way to do so than award one lucky reader with a $50 store credit to Kiki La' Rue!

 With this…

 So... it's another Kiki La'Rue kind of day for me.

Jacket- Target.

Maddie top (sand) from Kiki La'Rue.

White cami (cannot remember. it's that old. ha!)…

This square bangle is truly arm candy. Comprised of smooth, shiny gold and indigo hued enamel, this modern bangle is an easy accent for that perfect pop of color. Gold & enamel 2/3" wide; 2 1/2" diameter

Hinge closure ttps://erikas.kitsylane.com/index.php?file=product_detail&pId=1728 …