Ok, scratch everything I said about spring almost being here in my previous post (read it here). Oklahoma City just had it's first and probably last snow. Well, technically we  had an ice rain that kind of looked like snow after it froze to the ground, but I am so not complain here. This snow/ice deal kept me out of school for 3 days. (I still had to go to work tho'...)

I also got to play with my puffer coats. We have a very mild, precipitation free winters (for those who don't know, winters are actually the drought periods here in the plains), so I don't resort to the "big guns" unless it's super cold and snowy outside.

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So, I started the Squats Challenge yesterday. And I am feeling it tonight. I do exercise regularly, but 100 squats in a row is a killer. I also do mine with 10lb kettlebell... Kardeshian' booty here I come!

Hello Everyone!
Although, it doesn't feel like it, but the spring is almost upon us. And that means all the teddy bear coats and winter parkas are about to take their resting spot at the back of the closet. But, before you hang those coats for the summer, lets talk about the new possible additions to your collection. Because, end of the winter is the best time to stock up on all your fall/winter gear.

Here are my top 5 coats styles that are "safe" to get today and look like million bucks next winter.

1. The Parka. I absolutely in love with this coat and own it both the red and tan. I like the fact that the cut is very versatile and can be easily transitioned from sporty to preppy to girly without looking like an afterthought. (See how I styled my Tan Coat Here)


2. A classic coat. I can never say no to camel coat. This coat is a safe bet to any cautious fashionista since it never goes out of style.


3. Faux Fur Coat. Faux furs are my favorite! They are such a fun way to add a little "bezaz" to any look. I mean, have you seen all the fun colors and prints? I especially love the leopard print coats. (Read my latest post on the Leopard Fur Coat here and an older posts here [Pink in Paseo] and [DW and Leopard] ).


4. Puffer Coat. Nothing will keep you warmer than the puffer coat. Essentially, it's like a comforter with sleeves. I have a ton of these coats, and still can't stop buying them. (See my post on Puffer Coat Here)


5. Bomber Jacket. These jackets just recently made my list. The #5 spot was always designated to cargo jackets, but to be honest, I kind of got tired of them (although, I wear them as if they are going out of style). Bomber jackets are less common, and therefore, they really stand out in a "I know a thing or two about fashion" way.


All of these coats are currently on major sale due to the President's day. So, browse, shop and stock up on you winter essentials.

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I hope the New Year got of to a good start for you all!

Who misses the holidays already? I am!
I know it's only been few days since the New Years, but difference is so starch. Everything is looking bare, sad and cold. The decorations and pretty lights are mostly down. And had anyone noticed the complete absence of anything eatable in the office? Compared to the cornucopia that the common area used to be, now you wont find even a stale cracker laying around.

Well, it's been a bit longer than few days since the holidays....
My life 've been crazy busy these past few weeks with work, school (UCO started classes on the 8th), and maid of honor duties. So, I had to take a little break from my hobbies, gym and other fun things to accommodate all this hardcore "adulting". And, although, I am super behind on this post (since, my first paragraph was written almost 2 weeks ago), I decided to keep it, because the sentiment of cold, bare and hungry days can't be truer the deeper we get into the January.

As far as my outfit goes, I am doing a bit of a dressy take on the everyday pants/sweater look. Unlike the muted monochromes that are the colors of choice for the work or the office friendly outfits, I decided to go big and bold. The orange and purple are very bright and "in your face" colors when worn separately, but worn together, they seem to mute each other making the outfit wearable. Wearability is always a big aspect of an outfit for me. I love taking chances with colors, patterns and textures. But when combining the three I always have to make sure that the outfit doesn't look like a costume. It's fun to be fashion forward and stylish, another to look like you are about to perform Shakespeare in the park.

By the way ladies, have you noticed my cute clutch? This leather beauty by Hummit had been my go to date night bag for few months now. The modern details like over-sized zippers and studs make it look edgy, while the classic black makes it very chic. I especially love how soft the leather is. I usually wear it as a shoulder/crossbody rather than the clutch.

-M

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Huge thanks to Hummit for my beautiful bag.

 Happy New Year's Eve Everyone!
And yes, this Chica is sitting on her computer blogging at 11 pm on New Years Eve. Can we spell "having no life", right? To be honest, Zack and I did have plans for the NYEs, but when did anything that I've ever planned went how it was suppose to go? (Wow, that was a lot of words) At the last minute we found that Zack has to go in to work and I woke up with a cold. So, I decided to just stay at home and catch up on some Fixer Upper and drink lots and lots of hot chocolate.

Now, lets talk about my outfit. I decided to channel my inner Brazilian girl and share an all white look for the last outfit of 2017. In Brazil it's customary to wear white for New Years. And since, I am skipping the NYs and all the sequin and glitter that goes with it, I thought I'll share something white instead. This adorable cardi had been worn and re-worn so many times that I am truly surprized that only now it's making an appearance. That said, I know that the past few days we've been absolutely freezing, and camis and cardis are totally out of the question especially to majority of you. But hey, nothing a cute parka or coat can't fix.

Happy New Year! I hope 2018 will bring you more joy, love and a lot of blessings!

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