Fresh Picks to Follow: Blushing Nudes

This past week and weekend was super busy.  I haven’t been online that much either.  So I apologize for my late post.  Anyways, here is a quick Fresh Pick to Follow for this past Friday.  Nude is the new neutral and the new black this spring.  Designers have shown that nude tones are versatile in all types of clothing this season. For instance, Donna Karan, Steve Madden, and Bibhu Mohapatra have created flesh tone clothing with rich textures, pleats and cutouts. The nude color varies from a warm pale cream, to barely-there beige, to almond and dusky pinks.  Check out my top 10 favorite picks of this flesh toned trend.  What do you think about this trend? Let me know.

1. Banana Republic - Monogram Silk Constellations Dress…$198.00

2. Anthropologie - Budding Dahlia Dress…$248.00

3. Robert Rodrigui – Lynda Pleated Silk Dress …$595.00

4. Steve Madden – Glaamm…$89.95

5. Herve Leger – Tubular Dress…$1450.00

6. Norma Kamali - Halter Robin Ruched Mesh Swimsuit…$350.00

7. Mulberry - Tillie Textured-leather Shoulder Bag…$1,175.00

8. Pier One - Blush Ruffle Pillow…$23.96

9. Top Shop - Sand Layered Maxi Skirt…$80.00

10. Top Shop - Nude Embellished Floaty Cami Top… $90.00

OXOX Natasha

miscellany monday

happy monday everyone – i’ve added my random ramblings to carissa’s miscellany monday party!  check out carissa’s blog here and join in on the fun. 

{one} bulldogs or huskies?  i'm currently watching butler and uconn play in the ncaa tournament national championship game.  it’s been a crazy tournament so far, filled with major upsets and nail biting buzzer beaters.  these two unlikely teams are sure to provide a great showdown tonight.  What team are you rooting for?  although, butler beat out my favorite team, florida, i’m still rooting for them in tonight’s championship.  i like rooting for the little guy.  go bulldogs!

{two} nutella®.  a huge fan of nutella.  right now i’m eating a slice of breakfast bread with a little nutella spread on top of it.  what is nutella you ask? nutella is a yummy spread that contains hazelnut, skim milk and a hint of cocoa.  it’s delicious.  i usually just spread of little bit of it on a slice of bread for breakfast or a late night snack.  it’s also really good on waffles.  if you want to learn more about nutella, check out the website here.   

{three} taxes. have you filed you taxes yet?  i haven’t.  i always seem to wait until the last minute to do it.  And there is no particular reason for it…it really just slips my mind.  i usually end up doing my own taxes with the help of turbo tax, so i have no excuse to procrastinate.  i’m going to try to start working on it tonight along with working on my bf’s taxes.  hopefully, i'll get one of them done tonight.

{four} spinning.  i learned about spinning a several years ago while working out at a gym in fort lauderdale.  i went to one class and i’ve been hooked ever since them.  i even took a few classes while i was on a cruise a couple years ago.  the spinning program is the global leader in indoor cycling training.  the workout is vigorous and you burn a ton of calories.  i always leave the class covered in sweat.  there are spinning classes and instructors all around the country.  if you are interested learning more about spinning or if you like to attend a free spinning class, check out the website here.

OXOX Natasha

OOTD: First Whispering Dress

I bought this dress at the beginning of last month when it popped back up in my Anthro Wish List.  Don’t you love pop backs?  I wanted this dress after seeing it on Kim (here) and Maria (here).  I had my hands on this dress in January, but when I went to the register I noticed that the dress had holes and was tearing at the bust/waist seam.  I was so upset because the dress was no where to be found until the pop back.  I love the earthy look to this dress.  This delicate dress made by Sunner is 100% silk and feels soft against my skin.  The weather dropped a little bit a few days ago, so I thought I would get one good wear out of this dress before the weather completely warms up.  Are you guys waiting for anything to pop back on your wish list?  I have a few items that I’m still waiting on like the Bianka Blouse, Discovered Lace Dress, and Phlox & Coral Coat.

Necklace: Ann Taylor Loft Necklace (gifted)

Earrings: Anthropologie Buttercup Posts

Dress: Anthropologie First Whispering Dress

Belt: Looping Lanes Belt

Boots: Nine West Leather Boots (old)

OXOX Natasha

And the Winner Is…

The lucky lady who will be receiving a $25 Anthropologie Gift Card is….

mcmanda from Square Peg for Anthro! Congratulations Amanda!  I will email you to get your address and send your gift card this week.

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mcmanda said...

Hi, I am a public follower and my favorite part of your blog are the miscellany monday posts. Thanks for the giveaway!

Amanda
mcmanda (at) gmail (dot) com

March 26, 2011 8:33 PM

Thanks you all so much for everyone that participated…I’m very excited to have so many new followers.  I really appreciate all of your wonderful comments and I look forward to hearing from all of you soon. 

OXOX Natasha

Fresh Picks to Follow: Shine Bright

BRIGHT COLORS

Now that it’s officially spring, it’s time to say goodbye to those dreary winter colors and say hello to pops of color.  And not just any color, I’m talking about bold, bright, vibrant colors.  I wasn’t sure if I was going to like neon bright color trend, but the bright colors are starting to grow on me.   The key to wearing shockingly neon shades for spring is either wearing monochrome outfits or mixing bright colors together creating an eye-catching combo.  If mixing colors is not your style, then tame the look down a little by adding a little bit of neon colors to neutral clothing.   Here are my top 10 picks for this Friday’s Fresh Picks to Follow.  So what do you think about this trend? Will you be wearing neon bright colors this spring?  Let me know.

1. Anthropologie - Parading Hues Dress…$138.00

2. DKNY - Ruffled Ramie-Blend Dress…$325.00

3. Ann Taylor - Knit Strapless Dress…$88.00

4. Herve Leger - Bianca Contrast-Banded Dress…$1590.00

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs - Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag…$300.00

6. Banana Republic - Lightweight Wrap…$55.00

7. Michael Kors - Silicone Watch …$160.00

8. Jil Sander - Pleated Twill Skirt…$695.00

9. Anthropologie - Gull Wing Dress…$168.00

10. Anthropologie - San Pedro Pencil Skirt…$148.00

*photo credit: Harpers Bazaar

OXOX Natasha