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January 9, 2015

Work it Out, TargetStyle


We have all been in situations where we have to put together a last minute look. Whether you are going to an event straight from work or your outfit got ruined on your way there, there is always that moment full of pressure and disappointment. Target asked me to show you that it doesn't have to be that way. It's actually quite the opposite - it's fun and creative! :) I stopped by my local Target and was able to put together this chic and classy look in as little as 10 minutes! And some of the items were not only discounted but on clearance! I literally got a whole new look well under $100! I am guessing you already can't wait for that "stressful" situation to happen - another excuse to go shopping on a budget :)

January 5, 2015

New Year's Outfit

Today is the first working day after the holiday madness! Honestly, I am excited to get back to work and see what the new year is going to bring. I hope you all had a great holiday season!
This is the look I wore for New Year's eve. It's one of the hardest looks I have ever put together. I couldn't find anything I like until late at night of December 30th. But then luckily I found this skirt from French Connection at my local Bloomingdales. The top from BCBGeneration was grabbed at the very last moment when they were announcing that the store is closed. Accessorizing was easy. I used every opportunity to wear my new boots from Isabel Marant that I got for my birthday in the past few weeks and New Year's was not an exception :) As for the clutch, I went with this sick Saint Laurent clutch with studs - it goes with every single look!
And what did you wear for New Year's?

January 3, 2015

How to Be Happier in 2015

Wow! It's 2015! How did that happen??? I remember when it was 2000, I was thinking "...in 2015 I will be so grown up and the world is going to be completely different". And it is... Time flies and we all wish we could stop it, but we can't. Days pass, months pass and eventually years pass just like moments, so we better get on track and enjoy every moment life has to offer. I was thinking about the new year, new goals, new dreams, new directions and of course.. resolutions.
I don't believe in setting definite or restictive goals as new year's resolutions. We all know that we work hard the first couple of weeks of the new year and then simply forget about them. Instead, I try to introduce little changes in every day life and stick by them. My current list is:
- eating a little healthier (avoid sugar and alcohol when possible);
- working out more (instead of watching two movies in one day like I sometimes do, I can actually watch one and work out for one hour instead of the other one);
- reading more (I mean actual books, versus magazines, online news and all that... I am a strong believer in books as a main source of knowledge, motivation and self development);
- and overall be happier...
But how can you be happier? My belief (and it's also a well known fact) is that happiness comes from within. I have been preparing for this resolution for quite some time last year and, after reading several books and articles, I couldn't find a better formula than Mr. Shawn Achor. Here are the main 5 things he suggest to do to become a little happier.