LA by Diana - Personal Style blog by Diana Marks: August 2014

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August 31, 2014

How to Stay in Shape in Style

I am very far from being in a perfect shape, but I get so many compliments from you that I start believing that I am getting closer :) Maybe I should thank my love of smoothies or my obsession with Beverly Hills based class Physique57 (those who want a free class check out my Twitter). But fact is, I don't thrive to be in a perfect shape (oh, those "embrace your body shape" punch lines). Not that I would mind it, but my main objective of working out and making responsible food choices is to stay healthy and strong.
And of course, the biggest motivation to go to the gym (apart from staying healthy and keeping fit) is pretty colorful workout clothes that you get to wear. I don't think I'd ever be ok with the amount of bright colors in my outfit as much as I am, when I am going to the gym =) Complement the look with a matching or a contrast bag. Mine is from Punchdrunk Panda! Isn't it the cutest bag ever? =) Not only it's affordable on it's own, but you can also take advantage of a 15% discount, just because you read my blog ;) Use the code "PDPxDIANA15at checkout =) Stay Healthy and Happy Sunday!

August 26, 2014

Oscar De La Renta Sunglasses Giveaway ($600 Value!)

I am happy to announce the most exciting (by far!) giveaway on my blog! As you know I am a huge fan of sunglasses (who isn't!? :) ), and I am SO EXCITED for the person who is going to win these amazing Oscar de la Renta sunglasses from Marissa Collections. They cost $600 and you can win them with just 2 simple clicks! Here are the requirements:

1) Follow @marissanaples on Instagram
2) Follow @byDianaMarks on Instagram
3) Wait for the winner announcement in 2 weeks!!!

The giveaway is INTERNATIONAL and it will last until September 9th. The winner will be chosen at random and notified on September 10th via Instagram (don't miss it!). If the winner doesn't claim the prize within 3 days of notification, the glasses will go to the next randomly chosen winner.

Good luck!!!

August 21, 2014

Anti-Aging Cacao Smoothie

I know I got you all excited for a cooking post, but I forgot to mention, I don't cook :) I am terrible at determining if the food is ready so I either burn or undercook food, so I am forced to come up with easy solutions for myself. For example, I absolutely love making delicious smoothies, because they are super fast and easy to make (just throw everything in a blender!), delicious and so good for you! My first smoothies recipe that I'd like to share with you is this cacao based anti-aging smoothie!

August 19, 2014

Skinny Boyfriends and Gosling

I'd like to start this post by saying thank you so much for your support on my latest post. Your words of encouragement gave me reassurance that I am moving in the right direction. I am so grateful for each and every one of you! My first non-fashion post is still cooking ( is there a hint here?!:) ), so for now we are back to outfits!
I am usually not a big fan of light denim, but these boyfriend jeans from Target made me change my mind. They are actually called skinny boyfriend jeans, because they are not as lose at the bottom as regular boyfriends would be. That, plus 90s inspired wash and relaxed low rise fit made me absolutely fall in love with them. Styled them with a dreamy tee from ASOS and simple shopping tote. 
What about you, do you prefer light or dark denim?

August 18, 2014

Blog Announcement

It's been a while since I wrote personal posts (or have I ever?!) but I feel the need to share this time so I hope you bare with me.

August 14, 2014

Denim Overall

I know. Enough is enough. Denim overalls are everywhere, yet still...I can't resist if I find another great ones, especially if they are ON SALE!

August 11, 2014

Décolletage

Sunday was a perfect day for me to wear this feminine but extremely comfortable dress from ASOS. The dress is supposed to have V-back and boat neckline in front, but I couldn't resist wearing it backwards. This V-shaped neckline accentuates décolletage area in en elegant but never vulgar way.

August 5, 2014

Triple Denim

No matter how many seasons and trends go by, one thing is a classic - DENIM! From light to dark, skinny to bootcut, short or long - you can never go wrong with denim. I picked up a perfect pair of jeans in Target and decided to experiment with denim-on-denim trend and went a little too far...or did I? :) I created a daring look by wearing three different shades of denim combined with white details . Voila - I am ready to rock'n'roll =)

August 3, 2014

Picnic Look

It's been a while since I went on a picnic, so when I finally made it this weekend I made sure I arrived in style =) This ASOS playsuit has been my obsession the whole summer (it's on SALE here now!) and I think I finally found perfect wedge sandals as well (on sale too ;) )! Happy Monday!

August 1, 2014

Siciliana

There is something of a true lady in classic Sicilian style dresses and today I surely felt like one in this absolutely beautiful elegant and feminine dress from Karen Millen. Happy August!