Sunglasses

I have a confession to make. Not only am I obsessed with clothes and shoes, but I am also majorly obsessed with accessories. I believe that the right accessory can take a simple outfit and make it into a spectacular one.
One of the accessories that I cannot get enough of is sunglasses! I have them in every shape, color, size and style, but every time I go into a store I always seem to gravitate towards the sunglasses display in search of another pair. I just don't think you can have to many pair lol!
When it comes to picking sunglasses you should always take into consideration the shape of your face, your lifestyle and your wardrobe (do you dress more casual or are a you sportier or more athletic type). Also, I believe that everyone should have at least two pairs of sunglasses, one for more casual or  dress down occasions and one for your dressier outfits.

Selfies of me in different sunglasses

My favorite shapes for sunglasses are aviators and over sized square/rectangular or butterfly styles. These work best for me because I have a round/oval face. I have been wanting to try out a pair of cat eye sunglasses but have not found a pair that I feel look good on me. Maybe a pair of over sized cat-eye glasses might do the trick. Hmm...something to consider for my next purchase I guess.

I have about 10 or 15 pairs, all from various price points that I change out depending on my outfit and mood, but I always keep my basic RayBan aviators in my car because they are my go to everyday pair.

My current collection

I am getting rid of the sunnies in the picture below, so if you see any that you are interested in send me an email to inquire about price and additional pictures.

Top to Bottom: Calvin Klein, Random, Michael Kors, Cole Haan, Armani Exchange

Here are some guides to help you choose the best sunglasses for your face shape:

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Summer Guide: The Best Sunglasses for Your Face Shape

• Oblong: narrow cheeks, chin & a long face Best style: wrap styles or oversized glasses. steer clear of frames that are too slender for your face.
• Square: square jawline & wide forehead Best sunnies: cat eye, round or even oval. skip the geometric styles
• Round: slim jaw, forehead & full cheekbones Best shape: try wide frames with a rectangular shape. avoid the oversized round frames
• Oval: jaw, cheeks and forehead are all balanced Best for you: lucky!! Almost any style of sunnies will look great on you 
• Heart shape: narrow chin & wide cheekbones/forehead Best sunnies for you: round or cat’s-eye. avoid lots of embellishments (info via myfashioncents.com)

What are some of your favorite sunglasses brands and styles? Do you like trendy sunglasses or do you stick with classic styles that last season after season? Leave a comment and tell me all about your sunglasses style.

This Just In

New in My Closet

I shop a lot! I know that some people (mainly my husband!) think that is ridiculous to constantly shop, but I disagree. For one, I like to find sales and bargains. Whether it be for household decor, or a new addition to my closet (which most of the time it is lol!), in most cases I cannot pass up a good deal. That does not mean I am not up for the occasional splurge, but I love a good sale! I tend to spend high on staple pieces and classics and low on trendy items that may not make it from one season to the next. Anyway, I wanted to share with my blog friends some of the recent additions to my ever growing closet and get your opinion and feedback on my purchases. Some of these items I have had for a while but have not worn, and some are recent purchases. Leave a comment and let me know your thoughts.

Alexander Wang Rocco Duffle (Pebbled Leather) in Cayenne

I had been eyeing this particular bag for quite sometime. I even searched eBay trying to find a reasonably priced one that was in good condition. I watched this bag and watched it waiting for the right time to purchase. That day finally came during the cyber Monday sales after Thanksgiving last year. I was browsing saks.com to see what they had that interested me and I stumbled upon this particular bag. I attempted to place the order but the site crashed. I called customer service and was told that the site would be back up within a few hours. Later that day I attempted to place the order again and much to my dismay this bag was not available! I was a little bummed out but I decided to order it in a light grey color that was also on sale. Once again when I attempted to place this order the website crashed. This time when I called customer service a nice representative offered to place the order for me. 

To my delight the bag that I originally wanted was available and I was able to purchase it. This time without any problems! Although I have not carried this particular bag yet I am completely in love with it! Because of the detail on the bottom of the bag and  the quality of the leather the bag is a tad bit heavy but I am pretty used to carry bags that are heavy (I own a Celine' phantom tote and a few other heavy bags and I always stuff my bags to capacity so it is a workout just to carry them lol!) so this is not a major issue for me. I plan on carrying this bag soon and I know that it will gets lots of wear.

 Sorry for the long story but I just cannot believe my luck in scoring this bag for almost half off the original price. That's right, all told with the cyber Monday discounts and an additional discount that I received the bag was close to 50% off the original price! What a lucky lady I am.

 Shoe Mint Abi Black Leather Booties

These boots are so cute, comfy, and I got them for a great price! I have been a member of shoe mint for sometime now and heard good things about them but just decide to make my first recently. I browsed the site and came across the booties and it was love at first site! The boots only cost me $31.99! They are real leather and for the price are an excellent buy in my opinion. The pointed toe and stilleto heel  are a classic style that can be worn for years to come. I am really glad that I was able to add these to my shoe collection.

 Jessica Simpson Adeni and Vince Camuto Kain pointed toe pumps

I talked about these Jessica Simpson pumps in a previous post and of course when I saw them on sale I had to snatch up a few pair for myself. I purchased them in the burgundy suede and also the grey patent leather. At only $31 I could not resist getting a few pair as I am currently obsessed with pointed toe pumps. They are very comfortable (well as comfortable as heels can be I guess) and can be paired with almost any outfit. I also picked up the Vince Camuto pumps for $31. That seems to be my lucky number when finding shoes on sale lol! They are classic leather pointed toe pump and at that price I just could not let them sit on the shelf. Another great addition to my collection.

All of the pumps were purchased from dillards.com

Currently Trending

Pointed Toe Pumps

Pointed toe pumps have been a staple off and on in fashion for many years and this year they are back with a vengeance! Many designers are straying from the huge platforms pumps and opting for the more classic look of a non-platform style pointed toe pump. You can find these pumps in an array of colors and materials including leather, patent leather, and suede. Although I do enjoy a good platform, I can definitely appreciate the classic pointed toe pump. I am especially fond of all the bright bold colors that designers are currently offering. I have listed some of my favorite pointed toe pumps at various price points as well as some of the ways I wear my pointed toe pumps. I would love to know how you wear your pointed toe pumps as I am always in the mood for some new style inspiration!

Jimmy Choo Anouk

 

Steve Madden Invade

Jessica Simpson Adeni

Nine West Sally

These gorgeous blue suede babies below from BCBGeneration are a recent addition to my closet. Find a similar pair here on sale!

I also recently purchased the Jessica Simpson Adeni pumps mentioned above. Ladies if you want your own pair hurry (click the link above)! They are currently on sale for $31.99 and are sure to sell out quick!