BIRTHDAY LUST LIST

In honor of my birthday today (YAY!), I'm going to keep it nice and simple and share some things I have been lusting over lately! 

Tiger Mist Eyelash Lace Off-The-Shoulder Crop Top
Forever 21
$49.90

M-Slit Suspender Maxi Skirt
Forever 21
$24.90

Rose Print Romper
Forever 21
$24.90

Strappy-Back Striped Jumpsuit
Forever 21
$24.90

Studded Strappy Pointed Toe Pumps
Charlotte Russe
$40.99

Self-Tie Ruffled Shorts
Forever 21
$14.90

Lace-Trimmed Floral Shorts
Forever 21
$14.90

xoxo MaryBeth

WOW ME WEDNESDAY

Hey Hey! Just a few picks of mine of some lovely and affordable items. Even if a girl can't have everything, she can always look, right? Check it out!

This entire outfit is so amazing. I. WANT. IT. 

Forever 21
Tiger Mist Lavender Splash:
Crop Top $39.90
Shorts $49.90

This blazer is sleek and minimal, with a pop of faux leather. Can't get enough! 

Forever 21
Faux Leather-Trimmed Blazer
$34.90

This suspender midi skirt is so damn cute! Love! And, it also comes in black.

Forever 21
Chiffon Suspender Midi Skirt
$22.90

And lastly, these heels would be SO perfect for Spring! Not to mention that there is ALWAYS a sale going on at Charlotte Russe, whether online or in the store. Right now all heels are buy one get one for $10. Can't top that!

Charlotte Russe
Strappy Floral Print High Heel
$38.99

xoxo MaryBeth

SUNDAY LOOKS

How is every one's Sunday going!? There has been a lot of PGA madness going on here in Louisville, PLUS Miley Cyrus performing last night!  Sheesh! 

Here are some recent looks that I have rocked lately. Check it out!

This hi-low tank with metal embellishment by Forever 21 is one of my FAVORITE tops. It goes with literally everything I own, is super comfortable and can be casual or dressy. Love! Paired with some gladiator flats and white skinny jeans. 

Just a little Stella & Dot neck party! Love love LOVE these two pieces!

Yesterday I rocked this fabulous skirt and tank both by Banana Republic and Charlotte Russe heels. I have said it before and will say it again: Charlotte Russe is THE place for bad ass heels at bad ass prices. 

A little braid loving' to jazz up my simple low pony tail. Something about braids just makes everything better.

And lastly, one of my favorite and most BAD ASS necklaces by Stella & Dot: The Femme Fetale. I think it speaks for itself. Very sadly though, this piece has been retired, so it is no longer available to the public.

xoxo MaryBeth

MIDI SKIRT MADNESS

Oh Sundays, you come too soon! And on top of that, here in Louisville we are about to get slammed with an awful mix of ice and snow. Boo! I usually don't mind a good winter storm if it is on a Friday or Saturday, but when it doesn't hit until Sunday it only causes a headache for Monday morning. Blah!

Friday night the hubs and I went out for Sushi at on of our favorite places, Drake's (in the Summit). Most people probably only think of Drake's as a place to get drunk and dance, but they actually have a very delicious menu including Aqua, their sushi bar. 

 I was in an edgy kind of mood and decided to rock my new midi skirt and a faux leather tee. If we were going to be hitting the town and staying out longer than just dinner I probably would have worn a crop top with this skirt. But for just a dinner I opted to be more casual and wear the tee tucked in. 

I am obsessed with this skirt and blogged about it when I purchased it from Target. It is comfortable, simple, flattering and affordable. What more could you ask for! Even though the combination of a crop top and midi skirt is very trendy and fashionable at the moment, it also is going to be a long lasting fashion staple. I hate to use the word trendy for this look because it is usually synonymous with short, but this IS trendy at the moment but will also LAST. To get to my point, a midi skirt is a good closet staple and investment. 

This necklace was one of my very first purchases from Stella & Dot when I joined as a stylist. There aren't big enough "caps" on my computer to get the point across when I say I am OB-sessed with it. It is the epitome of bad-ass. The mix of metals and the blue threading that is weaved between is just so beautiful. The only downfall, and I am not even sure if this is a downfall, is that it is heavy. To me though, that just proved that I was getting my money's worth! Truly a piece of art!

Stella & Dot: Femme Fatale Necklace

Faux leather top from Forever 21. Chic, simple, comfy and versatile! I couldn't find this particular top online anymore, but there are many just like it out there! And the fab black suede heels are from Charlotte Russe. They are ALWAYS running a BOGO sale so if you happen to hop on the website and their isn't one, wait a day, maybe even just an hour, and their will be.

And for a comfy Saturday night at the house I opted for an oversized sweater from Forever 21, black leggings by APT. 9 for Kohl's and my Payless rider boots. 

Still loving my ombre hair! Cannot believe I waited so long to experiment with my hair! So fun!

xoxo MaryBeth

HOLIDAY HEELS, OH MY!

Are you as shocked as I am that I did not win the lottery?! Damn. The little 'ol blog would have gotten a lot more interesting if that had happened! Until next time... ha! 

Before I get started I have some great news for my Louisville fashion loving friends! I might be new to this development, but while at Mall St. Matthews today I stumbled upon a new store, Windsor. This is a FABULOUS store. So pumped about it! I knew Windsor existed in the online world, but had never seen a physical location, until now that is! I stopped in on my way to Charlotte Russe and had to force myself to leave. I was on a mission for one particular item and had to snap myself back into Christmas shopping mission mode. I could have tried on a million things there if I had no agenda for the day!

Anyways, here are some holiday inspired shoes from Charlotte Russe that I am loving! I actually have the pair in the top left and the top middle. They are FAB-ulous! And as usual, Charlotte Russe has killer deals on their shoes. The current promo is buy one, get one for $10. Can't beat that! 

MBpK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring high heel pumps

Short and sweet post for tonight. But before I go I wanted to share a yummy food combo I had yesterday: cottage cheese and orange slices. It might sound gross but it is super yummy! Lots of protein and vitamin C. Yay!

And last, but certainly not least, an amazing find I made while Christmas shopping today. Serendipity frozen hot chocolate!!! My sister, Holly, and I ate there (New York) while we vacationed together a few years ago and so I knew I had to get it! Gotta love Home Goods!!!! They have the most wonderfully random things all the time.

We are going to be enjoying these on Christmas, and I cannot wait!

Circa 2010... crazy how time flies!

Yeah.... it was pretty damn good!

xoxo MaryBeth

THURSDAY THOUGHTS

Hey Hey! I am so ready for the holiday weekend! No major plans, but sometimes that is the best plan! Looking forward to some relaxation, food, drinks and time outdoors. After doing some things on Polyvore, I realized that I am very scatter-brained today, so here are my Thursday thoughts.

I am loving these knee high sandals! Even though I am quit a risk taker when it comes to fashion, I'm not sure if I would be brave enough to wear them. Actually, who am I kidding, I would totally try these! Confidence is everything, and if you are loving what you are wearing then who cares what anyone else thinks! Obviously, certain occasions call for certain dress attire, but on a random day, do what you love.

MbPK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring racerback tops

Some heels I'm lusting over....

MBpK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring platform pumps

Loving these swimsuits (amongst others). I haven't actually purchased a one-piece swimsuit yet, but I am loving the two styles pictured below.

MBpK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring a cutout swimsuit

Noticing that I'm in a gold mood. Everything that caught my was.... GOLD!

MBpK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring forever 21

MBpK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring a ribbon necklace

And lastly, my nighttime regimen items. Love! I've had to switch it up quite a bit throughout the years, and so far this has been the most successful. The scrub is used only a few times a week, though. I've learned that drying out my skin is actually the worst thing I could have done. Finally jumped on the moisture ban-wagon and my skin has improved!

MBpK Style by marybethklingenfus featuring a neutrogena face cleanser

Hitting up the gym! Have a great day!

xoxo MaryBeth

 

TARGET COLLABO

Another Target collaboration has been born: Sam & Libby

SHOP

SHOP

And another one is gracefully hanging in the clearance racks for awesome deals to be had. The deals don't seem to be reflected on Target's website, but they are in full force in the stores. 

 And lastly, had to share these awesome treats we had at work the other day by a local bakery. Yum!

xoxo MaryBeth