FIVE pairs of shoes you MUST HAVE

 During recent summer organization and cleaning efforts (and Pinterest Binges) I've realized that I'm missing a few items as it relates to foot wear. I was quite shocked and ashamed that I did not own these. On a mission to add these must haves to my wardrobe and you should too:

HOT PINK POP OF COLOR

Would go perfectly with dark jeans and a white cotton tee don't you think?

LOW KEY SNEAKER

I saw a mom on the playground with some gray on gray Converse and fell in love.. haven't found it in that combo yet, but I'd settle for these. Dreaming of sporting these with rolled up boyfriend jeans and a gingham button up with rolled up sleeves (oh and some pearls).

ANIMAL PRINT BALLET FLAT

in my trusted opinion animal print goes with everything. i didnt always feel that way. especially after the whole peggy bundy thing. but i digress. 

5 INCH HEEL

So I went to my best friends wedding in Las Vegas a week or so ago and all of the ladies had on 5-6 inch platforms/ stilettos. I've been known to be fashion forward at times.. I just havent had cause to... okay I'm making excuses. They look like they hurt so I havent bothered. But so feminine and sophisticated and a must have when its time to hang with the girls (or your best guy).

A STATEMENT SHOE

I would totally wear these, but you know where I'm going with this. A little over the top, super fancy, but your version of fancy, your style (romantic, whimsy, rocker, boho?) YES!

Okay, I've got work to do. Would you wear any of these? Did I miss anything?

xx,

Bunnie

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2013 Beach/Spring Break Getaway {Must Haves}

{Shoes/Beach Cover Up/ Tote/ Lip Balm/ Moisturizer/ Reading/ Snack (healthier version:-)}

Finally booked our summer beach vacay and I've already got my (virtual) bags packed!!

Necessities: cute sandals, a breezy cover up and something that smells yummy to lather (and luxuriate) daily.

Additionally, one of our Sunday rituals includes watching "You've Got Mail" (Starring the lovely Meg Ryan and dashing Tom Hanks - as we eat H's yummy pancakes before heading to the church house). She mentions that she reads Pride and Prejudice every year. And I decided that might not be a bad idea especially since I've been going through some Downton Abbey withdrawals.

Oh and a healthy (yet tasty) snack. No sense in ruining all the chub I plan to lose over the next few months can I please have a cup cake because this is for the birds... Those look healthy right? :-)

Have you made Spring Break/Summer plans already? Anything you'd add to this list?

xx,

Bunnie

My Uniform - Bunnie Style

Has it really been THAT LONG since I blogged??!! I have a confession to make.. I have been in hiding, watching the first two seasons of Downton Abbey. But I didnt realize THAT much time had passed. Well in my defense can I just say AMAZE! 

BEST. SHOW. EVER. 

So on to season three. I dont think I can take the anticipation of waiting week to week to see the next episode. My fave is Granny. I want to be just like this chick when I grow up. 

As I look at the pictures from this post I'm reminded of my most recent grocery trip where my favorite Seafood Lady rubbed my belly and asked "what's going on in there?" Really. In what world is that acceptable?! My response was, "um, well, a few situps wouldnt hurt."  when it should have been (as I rubbed HER belly).. "I could ask you the same thing dear." No matter that she is surely in her sixties and quite a bit larger than me. I'm just saying.. I really wasnt embarrassed, just surprised. My friend who was with me thinks she was quite embarrassed and mortified when she realized that I was not indeed expecting again. 

At any rate, I tried to go back through this post and delete the pics that werent as flattering just the same. 

In the mean time.. I'm working on it.

Good news is I've lost five pounds!!

Bad news - I rewarded myself with a chocolate cupcake:-/

Okay, so quickly. The real reason for this post was to talk about my goal to look presentable even when I'm just dropping the munchkin off to preschool or running errands.  In my old age, I've become MUCH less trendy (um, Jill do you remember my comic strip mini skirt and 50 buckle knee boots) and rely mainly on trusty basics (and heavy concealer) as my 'go to' for most occasions. I tend to keep it classic, but by switching out the scarf and boots for ones more your style - You'd be surprised how far they will get you. 

White Button Up similar here

Neutral Turtleneck similar here

Chunky Scarf similar here

Dark Leggings similar here

Cropped Trench similar here

Hunter Wellies here

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Updating this post to join the "Mama Style" Link Up. 

So the question was posed, "How has my style changed since becoming a mom." ALOT.  I was the girl strutting up the highest of 7 hills with the highest of platform heels to my college classes.  I as kind of a chameleon in those days. Preppy one day, hip hop weave ponytail the next (Yeah! I said it!!).. Although I think it started gradually after I moved into my mid to late 20's got a corporate job and became a wife. I became less trendy and daring with my wardrobe choices. And settled into my "grown up style."

And then came the baby carriage. And it was set in stone as I mistakenly tried to put my Cole Haan platform heels on for church one day and ended up walking back to the car sour faced and barefoot.  

So comfy classics and ballet flats (or boots) for me. Thank You Tory Burch for making them so lovely and stylish. I knew I had made the right choice when at my first OB appointment, I saw no less than 6 ladies with the same ballet flat (different colors). Its part of the "mama uniform" I think.

but I digress here are my: 

THREE FAVORITE MAMA MUST HAVES - FOR THE COLDER MONTHS

1. Chunky Scarf. I tend to wear them like an accessory. Necklaces dont work for me currently as the 9 month old puts everything in sight in his mouth.

2. Dark Leggings or Skinny Jeans. High waisted helps to conceal any extra.

3. Knee boots. Riding Boots, Wellies, and my Uggs get ALOT of play. They tend to make me look and feel smart (polished).

What's your "mama" style?

xx, 

Bunnie