Cora Update

I know it's been a while since my last blog post. I went back to work last month. The transition has been good. It helps that I can work a day from home once a week. Cora is a happy little girl. She will be 4 months old next week. Can you believe that? Motherhood has been absolutely wonderful. I have been blessed with such a sweet baby that is full of smiles. She sleeps through the night (10-11 hours) and she has recently discovered "talking". She has been a chatterbox for the past few days. It's pretty funny, because she seems to have some important stuff to discuss... Here is a video of my little chatterbox...

I also decided to enter her in the Parents 2011 Cover Contest. I never thought I'd be one of those parents, but c'est la vi. Check out her album here.

I am so behind on my blog reading. I hope everyone is doing well.

Have a fab day!

~Hillary

Making Up For 2 Days

So I am making up for Wednesday's outfit pic. I wasn't feeling all that great on Wednesday so I almost did a headless shot, but then I realized I like my head and I felt bad chopping it off. So here you have it...hair pulled back, fake smile, and whatever is left of my little make-up, but it's me. Even though I felt yuck, I was determined to pull together another outfit for the Cute On The Cheap's Election Blogger Challenge. Here are my red, white, and blue details...


Navy Cardi - Old Navy
White wrap tank - Old Navy
Red Necklace - Lane Bryant
Grey Sailor Pants - Steve & Barry
Red peep-toes - JCP






Now let's talk about Thursday's outfit... I forgot to snap my pic, didn't have my camera with me at work, plus I was running straight to the gym afterwards. I thought my cute outfit wouldn't make the blog. Thank goodness for my trainer! She was so kind enough to snap a pic of me with her phone before I changed into my gym clothes. Here are the details...


Black Wrap Dress - TJMaxx
Purple suede belt - Target
Textured tights - Target
Isaac Mizrahi black patent pumps - Target (of course)


I know you can't really tell, but the tights have a cool design and I am so digging textured tights right now. I grabbed these at Target a year ago when they went on clearance. I also bought some fishnet tights. So here's my question... Can I wear the fishnets to work? The netting on them is pretty small so you might have to do a double look to see that they are fishnets. Or is it too taboo? I kind of want to wear them, but worried that it's inappropriate for the office. My office is suppose to be corporate casual, but these days people look more casual then corporate (which really bothers me). I am probably one of the few who dress up for work of jeans day. Soooo I think the fishnets done tastefully still look better than the sloppy t's and jeans. Right? Thoughts???


Oh I also have one more question for you guys. There is a Shecky's Girl's Night Out coming to Houston. It's suppose to be this big shopping party with great deals, designer clothes, beauty products, free cocktails, and a big goodie bag full of stuff. The tickets are free or 2 for $25 if you want a goodie bag. V and I are thinking about going. Has anyone ever been to one of these? Are the goodie bags really that great? And can you really find a good deal? Let us know if you've been and what you thought.


I guess I had a lot of questions for y'all. Thanks in advance for your thoughts and have a happy Friday! TGIF!!!

Inspired By An Election

Today's lovely outfit was inspired by Michelle Obama. Here's my look...

Ruffled wrap top - Charlotte Russe

White tank - The Gap

Grey pencil skirt - Old Navy Outlet

Hype lace shoes - DSW

Grandmother pearl studs - passed down from my grandmother

Strand of pearls - wedding gift from my aunt

The lovely and patriotic ladies at Cute On The Cheap have set up a new blogger challenge, so of course I had to participate. My look is for corporate casual America, but I took a few polished looks from Michelle to inspire my outfit today. I love the wrap top and mine just has a hint of ruffle on the neckline. The simple strand of pearls and studs, with a burst of color.

Wow, am I glad I stuck with my guns and waited to vote on election day. I walked right up and didn't wait at all. The only bad thing was I didn't get one of those ultra cool "I voted" stickers the Fab Kimberly is sporting and has challenged us to show off. I guess my voting receipt will have to do. Oh and Sassy KT this pic is also for you... As soon as I voted, I went and got myself a free cup of joe courtesy of Starbuck's.

Tonight we are getting together for an election watch at my friend, Michelle's place. Maybe I'll have another outfit for the challenge. Happy election night everyone!

And The Winners Are...

Congratulations to Kimberly and Lynette!!! I will e-mail you your iTunes codes with instructions on how to redeem.

Thank you to all who suggested a song for my "Blogger Playlist"

Here is my new playlist...

Sexy Back - Justin Timberlake

Forever - Chris Brown

Shut Up and Let Me Go - The Ting Tings

Intergalactic - Beastie Boys

One Pure Thought - Hot Chip

Shake It - Metro

Barbie Girl - Aqua

Get This Party Started - Pink

Pump It - Black Eyed Peas

Big Girl Now - NKOTB & Lady Gaga

Single - NKOTB & Ne-Yo

Damaged - Danity Kane

Thank you to KT, C, Lynette, Kimberly, canridings, and V for an awesome playlist!

Oh and in case you were wondering... I throw an Oscar Party every year and create a "red carpet moment" for all my guest pose at. Of course Isabelle had to strike her best pose! I just thought it would be a cute pic for this post.