tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66695197338013736572024-03-13T09:47:21.415-04:00Chocolate and LingerieBlack Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.comBlogger305125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-89920865699508032532013-09-25T09:26:00.000-04:002013-09-25T09:26:30.156-04:00A Fiesta In My MouthDid that sound dirty? I don't care.<br />
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<u>What's For Dinner?</u><br />
Southwestern Spring Rolls!<br />
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Here's what you'll need:<br />
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<li>onion (I only used two slices because my sister is stupid and doesn't like onions)</li>
<li>spinach (frozen or fresh but if you decide to use fresh be prepared to use a shitload of spinach. deceiving little suckers)</li>
<li>1 can of black beans, rinsed</li>
<li>1 can of corn, drained</li>
<li>Mexican shredded cheese (however much your little heart desires, I don't judge.)</li>
<li>egg roll sheets</li>
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Add all of the ingredients (minus the egg roll sheets) into one bowl and mix. It's not pictured here but I sauteed the spinach and onions before adding it to the bowl<br />
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Add seasonings of your choice. I chose chili powder, cumin, and garlic. Scoop a spoonful into your egg roll sheet and spread it into a line from one side corner to the other then take the corner facing you and fold it over the line of food.<br />
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Next, you're going to fold the two side corners over the food as well. Now before you roll the rest of it, dampen the last remaining corner with water then roll away from you so the roll doesn't come apart. Repeat until there is no more mix left in the bowl or you run out of egg roll sheets.<br />
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Put your rolls in the pan and preheat your oven to 425 F (Add some kind of cooking spray/oil so the rolls don't stick to the foil/pan) Cook for 15 min.<br />
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Ugh, they look fantastic and taste so damn good. Feel free to put your own spin on it when you try out this recipe!<br />
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Thanks for reading and until next time!Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-83398445577484390332013-09-24T08:30:00.000-04:002013-09-24T08:30:04.677-04:00Sapphire EyesRunning errands always seems more fun when you're wearing lipstick. I took it up a half notch and wore blue mascara and I loved the result. Color mascara will most definitely be a staple this fall.<br />
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<li>button up - Old Navy</li>
<li>leggings - Walmart</li>
<li>loafers - Bakers</li>
<li>watch - Leila Rowe</li>
<li>earrings - Rugged Wearhouse</li>
<li>lips - Ferguson Crest Cabernet by Wet N Wild</li>
<li>blue mascara - I See Blue by Maybelline</li>
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Check back for an all new "What's For Dinner?" post!!</div>
Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-89744595675642529162013-09-10T08:28:00.000-04:002013-09-17T19:21:00.279-04:00Old & Pretty Things (Part Two) Follow my blog with BloglovinI'm back with my finds from the last post and you'll be high fiving me through your computer screen when you see what I purchased AND how much they cost me.<br />
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Black desk - $45<br />
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Small glass dishes - $4 for the set<br />
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Blue bag - $9<br />
Tiered dessert dish - $5<br />
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Tin poster - $3<br />
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After getting my fill of vintage finds I decided to take a trip to Goodwill and found more items I couldn't live without.<br />
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Cream shoulder bag - $4<br />
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Printed scarves - $1 each<br />
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<br />Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-3055027874447257202013-09-09T18:26:00.000-04:002013-09-09T18:26:10.611-04:00Old & Pretty Things (Part One)Last week, I found a vintage furniture/trinket shop with some awesome pieces and even better prices! Most of the time you go to vintage places, they want you to pay with a body part and your first born but everything was fairly priced and in great condition. I was so impressed with everything I saw that I went back 3 more times and each time I found something else that I just had to have!<br />
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And here's what I wore:<br />
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<li>plain tee - Walmart</li>
<li>skirt - H&M</li>
<li>sneakers - Journey's</li>
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Check back tomorrow to see my amazing finds!</div>
Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-64673028129945220202013-08-19T08:27:00.000-04:002013-08-19T08:27:52.101-04:00You Look Like A FairyYesterday was my first day back in the office after a month or so (remember, I'm the work from home girl) so I thought I'd get a little extra pretty for my coworkers. One of them told me I looked like a fairy with my hi low skirt and it stuck with me!<br />
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<li>top - H&M</li>
<li>skirt - Walmart</li>
<li>sandals - Forever 21</li>
<li>belt - Express</li>
<li>jewelry - Forever 21 and Aldo</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-43555735675075551922013-08-17T09:00:00.000-04:002013-08-17T09:00:04.629-04:00Warm Water<a href="http://s902.photobucket.com/user/blkbutrfly88/media/OOTD/OOTD_81613_zps2e4fadd8.png.html" target="_blank"><img alt=" photo OOTD_81613_zps2e4fadd8.png" border="0" src="http://i902.photobucket.com/albums/ac223/blkbutrfly88/OOTD/OOTD_81613_zps2e4fadd8.png" /></a><br />
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<li>sweater - KMart</li>
<li>printed shorts - H&M</li>
<li>canvas sneakers - Urban Outfitters</li>
<li>jewelry - Forever 21</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-50686812309847352192013-08-14T09:00:00.000-04:002013-08-14T09:05:34.513-04:00A Family AffairLast Saturday, my sister and I spent the entire day with our other siblings from my dad's previous marriage for the very first time. It was an amazing and exciting day for all of us and we immediately felt like we had known each other forever. I'll admit that I was nervous but I can see it was all for nothing and now I can't wait to get to know them.<br />
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<li>top - JCPenny</li>
<li>skirt - H&M</li>
<li>shoes - Target</li>
<li>chain necklace - Claires</li>
<li>purse - thrifted</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-56066993331859616762013-08-08T09:00:00.000-04:002013-08-08T09:00:09.946-04:00Better Late Than NeverAnother day of running errands with my sister resulted in another outfit post just for you! Hooray!<br />
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<li>kimono - Forever 21</li>
<li>jeans - Walmart</li>
<li>shoes - H&M</li>
<li>watch - Walmart</li>
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What Karima wore:<br />
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But wait! There's more!<br />
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Karima finally gave me my birthday present! Over a month late, I know, but better late than never! (Hence the name of the post)<br />
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<li>plain tees from Walmart</li>
<li>two midi rings from Urban Outfitters</li>
<li>a ridiculously great smelling bar of soap from Anthropologie</li>
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Not my WHOLE closet but I got rid of a significant amount. I just wanted to be able to look in my closet and love everything I see so I researched a million blogs (okay, maybe like 6) and I was able to tackle the crazy mess that was my closet. So let's get started!<br />
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<b>BE RUTHLESS! </b>Decide what you want to keep or donate and don't make any excuses.<br />
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<li>If it's damaged in any way (ripped, stained, warped, etc.) <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
<li>If it doesn't fit (big OR small) <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
<li>If it's out of style and you've been holding on to it "just in case" <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
<li>Hell, if you just don't like it as much as you used to. <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
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And yes, that's my dog at the bottom of my 'donate' pile.<br />
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Now let's be truthful here, you're going to have a 'maybe' pile. That pile of clothes that you really want to keep but you're just not sure. You'll need an honest friend for this portion because they'll see things you can't (or won't).<br />
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<li>Is it uncomfortable? Is it itchy? Do you have to adjust it all day? Are the sleeves weird? Does it stop at a stupid length? If the answer is yes, <b>TOSS IT </b><i>(If it annoys you to wear it, you will avoid wearing it so just get rid of it)</i></li>
<li>Ask yourself these questions: <i>"If I saw it in the store today, would I buy it again?"</i> and <i>"If I woke up the next morning and the item was gone, would I miss it?"</i> If the answer is no, <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
<li> Throw on some light makeup, do something with that hair, and try some things on. <i>(When you feel pretty you'll make better decisions about what looks good and what doesn't)</i> If it's just not highlighting those lovely legs or awesome butt, <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
<li>If you still can't give it up, stow the remaining clothes in a bin and tuck it away in your closet or under your bed. If you haven't reached for it in 6 months, <b>TOSS IT</b></li>
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My lovely 'maybe' pile that my best friend helped me decide on what stayed and what got the boot.</div>
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Now that things are looking clearer, you'll be able to see more of what you have. This should be the final run through of what stays and what goes.</div>
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<li>Do you have too many of the same or similar items? Pick your favorite one (or two) and <b>toss the rest</b></li>
<li>Still holding on to your prom dress for sentimental reasons? <b>Stop it. Toss that too.</b></li>
<li>Don't forget to clear out your accessories, as well! (bags, jewelry, scarves, etc.)</li>
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<b>ORGANIZE! </b>You'll want to be able to see your wardrobe at a first glance from now on, that way you'll be able to find something easily without the <i>"Oh, I forgot I had that!"</i> or <i>"Where is my...?"</i> moment. Here are some ideas that I felt helped me gain control of my closet:</div>
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<li>Separate your clothes by: <b>1. Season</b> (All winter clothes together, all spring clothes together, etc.) <b>2. Color</b> (All reds together, all blues together, etc.) <b>3. Garment</b> (All skirts together, all blazers together, etc.) Any one of these strategies should help with finding what you need right when you need it.</li>
<li>Buy a door rack and store your belts, scarves, and purses there. It's strangely exposed and hidden at the same time.</li>
<li>Clear storage boxes can help with storing your shoes but you'll know which box to reach for when the time comes.</li>
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So my closet went from this <i>(which wasn't even half of my wardrobe, eek!)</i>:</div>
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<b>FIND A GOOD HOME! </b>When everything was said and done I had SIX trash bags full of stuff that was no longer welcome in my closet! Whew! I figured the best thing to do to minimize the amount I had to lug to my local goodwill (and make sure my beloved items went to a happy home) was to invite a bunch of friends over to help me lighten the load!</div>
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Oh, how I love my friends! They helped me down to just two bags and I will be so grateful when I take the rest to Goodwill and these clothes are finally out of my house!</div>
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<b>RETAIL THERAPY!</b> Wait a second, didn't I just purge my closet? WHAT THE HELL AM I TALKING ABOUT?! No seriously, after being able to deeply clean out my closet I noticed what I DIDN'T have that are actually pretty essential. For example: I don't have any dress pants or a pair of tall winter boots so, of course, I gotta get me a pair! However, I will make sure that whatever I end up buying from now on will be something I felt was absolutely perfect for rme.<br />
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<u><i><b>After all, the point of all this was to have a wardrobe that I love.</b></i></u></div>
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<li>top - Express</li>
<li>shorts - H&M</li>
<li>shoes - Old Navy</li>
<li>earrings - Forever 21</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-18167190205416058922013-07-14T09:00:00.000-04:002013-07-14T09:00:01.626-04:00Deep Down I Know That We're The SameRunning some errands and having lunch at a new restaurant called Noodles and Co. Doesn't get much simpler than that. Enjoy your Sunday!<br />
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<li>top - Walmart</li>
<li>skirt - Loft</li>
<li>sandals - Forever 21</li>
<li>bag - H&M</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-484165249862203622013-07-08T10:00:00.000-04:002013-07-08T10:00:02.473-04:00Summer BreezeExcept there was no damn breeze from the 3rd until last night when it finally decided to rain for a bit. If you follow me on Twitter and Tumblr, you already know our a/c is broken in our house AND car (because apparently life isn't hard enough) so this is my attempt at staying cool and cute. However, I don't think that mindset is going to last too much longer if the weather don't calm the hell down.<br />
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<li>tank - Target</li>
<li>shorts - H&M</li>
<li>shoes - Forever 21</li>
<li>bag - H&M</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-42376616753978029762013-07-07T09:04:00.001-04:002013-07-07T09:04:16.704-04:00Happy Birthday 'MuricaAtlantic City on 4th of July was........interesting. Something tells me I would have enjoyed it better over the weekend but overall I had a good time.<br />
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Packing for the trip!<br />
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On our way!<br />
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Relaxing in the hot tub (Relax, the pool was indoors!)<br />
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<li>dress - Target</li>
<li>shoes - Target</li>
<li>clutch - thrifted</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-64939996531455974222013-07-04T10:47:00.002-04:002013-07-04T10:47:55.679-04:0025 And Happy!Tuesday, July 2nd, I celebrated my 25th birthday and I had a blast! It was full of all my favorite things: food, friends, and liquor! Today, I'm heading out to Atlantic City to end my birthday week with a bang (literally!) Hope you have a fun filled 4th of July!<br />
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<li>skirt - H&M</li>
<li>shoes - H&M</li>
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<li>top - H&M</li>
<li>pants - Old Navy</li>
<li>shoes - Prabal Gurung by Target</li>
<li>necklace - Bakers</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-34585816427947876472013-06-30T09:30:00.000-04:002013-06-30T09:30:01.126-04:00Sometimes You Just Need To LaughWith my birthday coming in 2 days, me and sissy decided to head to the mall to get our final items before we party it up in Atlantic City. I wish I had more shots of my outfit for you but it's so much more convenient to shoot one simple picture and continue the day. (PS remind me to buy a collar brooch, it would've looked awesome with this top)<br />
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Love this lip color AND it lasted through my random Auntie Anne's fix. (I love their pretzel dog bites!)<br />
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I think the best part of the outfit was this fake tattoo I got on the back of an Urban Outfitters coupon. Prepare to see many more fake tattoos with my posts, 'cause I'm a thug.<br />
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<li>top - thrifted</li>
<li>shorts - H&M</li>
<li>leopard loafers - Target</li>
<li>sunglasses - 5 Below</li>
<li>purse - thrifted</li>
<li>lip - Ferguson Crest Cabernet by The Fergie Collection for Wet N Wild</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-30909584983671734312013-06-21T09:30:00.000-04:002013-06-21T11:21:39.744-04:00Not Much Of A Girl But I'm One Hell Of A Woman<br />
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<li>maxi dress - Walmart</li>
<li>belt - Forever 21</li>
<li>bag - Mandee's</li>
<li>shoes - Old Navy</li>
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<li>top - Rugged Wearhouse</li>
<li>shorts - Loft</li>
<li>sandals - Walmart</li>
<li>earrings - Forever 21</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-6762821618563077062013-06-16T09:30:00.000-04:002013-06-16T09:30:02.527-04:00There's Something About You, BabyIt's been a while *in my Britney Spears voice* but I'm back! I apologize for being gone so long but here I am with another outfit post for you and I also tried a bantu knot out which came out awesome, in my opinion. My hair looks super short but I really loved it!<br />
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<li>tank - H&M</li>
<li>hi-low skirt - Walmart</li>
<li>sandals - Walmart</li>
<li>belt - Express</li>
<li>lip - Berry Haute by Revlon</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-71102869199351137592013-05-27T09:30:00.000-04:002013-05-27T09:30:01.868-04:00Red Lips & Afros<br />
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<li>jacket - Old Navy</li>
<li>maxi dress - Walmart</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-84128899659692379032013-05-21T20:01:00.000-04:002013-05-21T20:01:15.762-04:00I Promise The Best Is Yet To ComeI met up with a friend for some drinks and tacos on this awesome Tuesday. The weather was great and my legs were shaved so I pulled out a fun and colorful dress to wear for the occasion. I swear I'm in love with everything about this dress! The colors, the exposed zipper in front, the ruffles, and most definitely the fit! The shoes just pulled everything in for that clean and sophisticated look I've been going for.<br />
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<li>dress - Walmart</li>
<li>shoes - H&M</li>
<li>earrings - vintage</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-38054509198008297472013-05-18T20:41:00.001-04:002013-05-18T20:41:39.037-04:00Poppin' That Strawberry BubblegumToday, my sister and I went on another adventure like we normally do when the weather gets hot and we don't know how to act. We decided it was perfect to take the dog to get groomed, do a little food shopping at the farmer's market, and be a couple of mall rats. It's days like today that I'm reminded how much alike we are. (I should give her a shout out since she hates taking my pictures but I made her take these today, ha!)<br />
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I got so many compliments on my dress today it left my head a little bigger than usual. I already left the house feeling like hot stuff so you can only imagine the extra pep in my step by the time I got home.<br />
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<li>dress - Walmart</li>
<li>purse - thrifted</li>
<li>sandals - Forever 21</li>
<li>earrings - Aldo</li>
<li>sunglasses - Old Navy</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-47163281634791871152013-05-16T18:01:00.001-04:002013-05-16T18:01:27.281-04:00Oh You Fancy, Huh?This dress reminds me of that Givenchy floral look and I love it!<br />
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<li>dress - H&M</li>
<li>shoes - Prabal Gurung for Target</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-37463019734905665792013-05-04T10:00:00.000-04:002013-05-04T10:28:27.165-04:00I Came To WinOkay okay I know I said I'd be showing more skin this year but this was for work! Cut me some slack, dammit! Geez, what's with the guilt trip?! I promise in the next post you will see more stretch marks *cough* I mean, skin.<br />
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Oh damn, attack of the duck face. Deal with it.<br />
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<li>tee - Old Navy</li>
<li>skirt - Forever 21</li>
<li>shoes - Mandee's</li>
<li>blazer - Walmart</li>
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Black Butterflyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18362068794437907009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6669519733801373657.post-12643089498204127322013-05-03T08:44:00.000-04:002013-05-03T08:44:56.564-04:00You Gettin' Murried, Gorl!It's been a very hectic time for me but I've finally gotten around to posting a few outfit pics! Last Saturday, one of my best friends got married to her high school sweetheart! Unfortunately, I couldn't get my sister to stand still long enough to take a picture with me but overall it was an amazing end to a not so amazing week and I'm so grateful that I was able to be a part of it. Congratulations, Shannen and Enrique!<br />
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<li>peplum dress - Walmart (I know, right?!)</li>
<li>shoes - H&M</li>
<li>clutch - Rugged Wearhouse</li>
<li>necklace - Bakers</li>
<li>earrings - vintage</li>
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The beautiful bridesmaid and maid of honor!<br />
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And, of course, my beautiful best friend<br />
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<li>lace top -Express</li>
<li>cropped pants - Express</li>
<li>blazer - Walmart</li>
<li>shoes - Target</li>
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