Thursday, June 20, 2013

Pure Barre

Confession... 
I have not been working out consistently. Honestly, my whole life I have never been an active person who loves to hike, run, workout, etc. I've been such a hypocrite. My job, I lecture other people they need to be healthy by eating right and exercising and I wasn't even following my own advice. 
For the past few years, I've been getting tired so easily that I would get so frustrated at myself for always needing to nap or rest.
Recently my friend introduced me to Pure Barre. To me, it's a mixture of pilates, yoga, and dance, but you can read their website for a better description. I am lucky that I only live 10 minutes from one of there locations in Atlanta. I got the $100 one month unlimited promotion deal. I went at least 3-4 times a week and I think the first week I went 5 days in a row and got sick from overworking my body. After exactly one month, my weight is about the same, but I feel better and stronger. I have noticed that my skinny jeans are tolerable after meals and every part of me feels tighter. I use to have a belly that wouldn't go away, but I am proud to say this summer I can wear a bikini and not feel so self-conscious.
I talked it over with Chris if I should continue or not because it's not cheap! But, overall, I feel better, look better, and I finally found something I am committed to.
Cheers to exercising!





Outfit of the day -

White t-shirt from banana outlet (old). Similar to here
Merona polka dot chambray skirt
Clarks brown sandals
Coach crossbody (old). similar to here

Sunday, June 16, 2013

weekend gone bad


My outfits this weekend was very simple and casual. I love that I am almost complete with having all my essential clothing items. There are only a few more things I want to buy for this summer, and I think I am done purchasing for this season. 

This post may be longer than usual.
So, this weekend was filled with hanging out with friends and enjoying the weekend.
Well, of course something had to happen. My husband and I went to the mall with another married couple to grab some refreshments and also to stay out of the sun. We bought smoothies and the guys bought lots of candy (usually we don't buy candy, so it's a big treat for the hubby). Well, the girls wanted to stop by F21 while the guys went to another store. My friend and I were having fun looking around but mostly just talking to each other. We each found a pair of shorts and while I was about to purchase my item, I realized my wallet was gone. I panicked. I knew I wasn't the type of person to be clumsy, but to make sure I checked the fitting room and my friend went else where to look.  Basically, I knew there was nothing else I could do. My hands were shaking and I just tried calling my husband, but of course he didn't pick up. So, I went near a front entrance where it was more quiet and started to call all my credit card company. My girlfriend tried to find our husbands, but with no luck so she went back into F21. Thanks to my friend's ability to find things, she found my wallet hidden under a pile of clothes. The only thing that was stolen was my cash and coins. Everything else was still there.
I am still shocked that this happened. My purse was closed, but I guess my zipper wasn't facing toward me and I don't really remember bumping into anyone.
But, I wanted everyone to know this happened so that you guys will be more aware and careful while shopping.
For me, I think I'll be doing more online shopping for awhile...














First outfit -

Black Madewell blazer. 
Striped t-shirt from Madewell. Similar to here
Shorts from Madewell. Similar to here.
Sam Edelman nude flats here.
LV purse
F21 sunnies


Second outfit-

Grey t-shirt from Anthropologie.
Black shorts from Madewell here.
Zara heels here.
LV purse.
Chloe sunnies

Sunday, June 2, 2013

Sunday wear



I have problems with colored jeans. I only have a few pairs of colored jeans, but I am never 100% satisfied. With colored jeans, I am scared of wearing bright colors for my bottom half. Maybe because I am bottom heavy and I have short legs, I don't want to emphasize my legs so much. The price of these coral jeans was only $14 from Madewell, but they don't fit me perfectly. I altered these jeans and it makes a big difference, but because these jeans are stretchy, they become loose after a few hours of wear. I have tried buying smaller size jeans, and the jeans end up being still too tight in the wrong areas. I wish jeans had adjustable waist bands so I can adjust my jeans myself.
Do you guys have any recommendations?




Wearing -

HM white peplum top. similar to here
Madewell coral jeans. similar to here and here
Clarks sandals
F21 sunnies

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Haircuts

Just  got my hair did!!
I went to a new hair salon today. Honestly, I have major problems committing to a hair stylist. I mostly hit up Korean hair salons, but I hate how Korean stylists decide what looks good on you and cut and color your hair whatever they feel like it's right. I find that my haircuts from Korean places look good the first week or two, and then looks whatever. 
Today, I tried a trendy hip place in Inman Park area, and I don't know what to think. I like my hair color, but my hair stylist cut my hair so much shorter than I thought she would. I'm a little disappointed I wont be able to curl my hair for awhile. 
But, I'm going to give my hair stylist another try. 



Wearing -

F21 Bicycle shirt
Yellow shorts from Gap outlet (old). Similar to here
Clarks sandals (bought them 25% off)
F21 sunnies
LV purse (old).