24 weeks and the BellaBand

Here I am, at 24 weeks, standing in front of the crib my mom got for us.  The lighting in our apartment is really awful for taking pictures.  On top of that my makeup is pretty bare so it doesn't help any.  Oh well.

So, I can still wear my pre-pregnancy pants thanks to the BellaBand.  Actually, it's more useful than I thought it would be.  I've always had to wear a belt with my pants which is impossible now since I can't button them.  But the band does a better job at keeping my pants up than a belt ever did!  Crazy!  I can see why so many people love them and how useful they will be post baby.  Now, I need to find a good pair of workout pants (these are a challenge for me to find even when I'm not pregnant). 

Anthropologie and hair accessories

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How do you feel about hair accessories?  I think they're super cute.  I'm guilty of wearing the bands like you would a hat on a bad hair day.  Overall, you definitely have to wear with confidence since they're still not the norm.  

However, at times they just translate better in photography rather than in life.  For example, the garland of flowers in the top picture just won't work for anyone as a street style; but it's perfect for the picture with her hair and stylized wardrobe.  Don't you agree? Oh, and I do love hair accessories on brides.  So chic, modern and beautiful for pictures! 

Wishing I owned a few more hair accessories.       

Birds and Rain

via thewoodenspool

I love the sound of birds singing on a rainy morning.  It makes me want to buy a bright rain coat and embrace the rain.  This cute pink raincoat would do the trick for me.  Yesterday, I had a scary little fall and my whole right side is so sore today.  Lucky for me there were no serious injuries.  So, I'm just taking it easy today and listening to the birds sing as the rain continues to fall.  Have a bright fun weekend! 

The Timeless Oxford

The Oxford shoe is timeless.  They come in some many different styles, I'm sure you'll be able to find one that suites you.  You can pull off an oxford shoe not matter what's the current trend is.  It's famous for taking really feminine outfits and bring them down a notch.  For example, in yesterday's post the girl was actually wearing oxford shoes!  Do you think Oxford shoes could fit into your wardrobe?  

(images via Solestruck)

Piece by piece

Isn't she a doll?  I wish I could pull off an outfit like that and look so fashionable.  Asians do this best (sorry for the generalization).  Right now, my closet is full of mix matched items just waiting to be explored.  But I have a sneaking suspicion I would do this look injustice.    

(image via Elle via Josie Gealer)

Happy Weekend!

Jared and I are planning to go hiking this weekend with Rusty (our golden retriever).  It's been so beautiful in Portland this week.  I could just stay outside all day!  We may even head to Bend, OR.  What are you up to?  Any special plans?    

(imagine via Patagonia via Justin Bastien)

Posh Baby

In the spirit of equality, its only natural for me to present you with the posh baby line, Makie.  The baby sets are drool worthy even if you faint over the prices.  Just think, your little one could be a fashion icon if you dressed them in these clothes.  *Say cheese for the papparazi*