Nude Attitude!

As Spring nears many of us will be updating our wardrobes with lighter and softer shades. One area that many seem to neglect when updating their wardrobe for Spring, is the shoe department. While introducing shades of blush, peach and lavender into your closet this Spring, pairing a nude shoe with a pastel is the perfect combination for a classic, yet on trend look.

Nudes can range in shade from bone to deep taupe, and can even have grey undertones! The best thing about nude shoes is that they can easily transition from Spring to Summer, as they also look great with bright colors and prints! And if you are going for a more demure look, nude shoes also look fabulous with basic black, navy, cream and ivory ensembles.

Below are a few celebrities that like to complete their looks with nude pumps:

Kim Kardashian wears nudes from head to toe!

Zoe Saldana sets off a patterned dress with her nude pumps.

Nude pointed toe pumps perfectly compliment Rihanna's jade green bodysuit.

Mila Kunis also pairs her patterned dress with nude pumps in a deeper shade.

Blake Lively completes her hot pink ensemble with a pair of peep toe nude pumps.

Of course the majority of the celebs are wearing shoes by Christian Louboutin or Brian Atwood, and those prices can be a bit steep for most! Luckily there are several budget friendly and stylish nude pumps and sandals, and all of the shoes that are featured below are under $150!

Aldo Withey Peep Toe Pump - this is the perfect day to night shoe.



Aldo Fawson Suede Pump - I love the look of this pump...so chic!



Aldo Moos Pump - this taupe pump is a great example of the nude color spectrum.



Boutique 9 Javan Sandal - this gorgeous sandal would look perfect with a citrus colored dress during the Summer months!


Aldo Gettel Wedge - this wedge combines all of the style elements in one shoe.



And if you want to incorporate the nude trend to your nails, these shades are the way to go...

OPI Tickle My France-y

OPI You Don't Know Jacques

Are you going to go the nude route this Spring and Summer? I definitely am!


Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!

The 82nd Academy Awards Red Carpet Style

The 82nd Annual Academy Awards have just finished wrapping up, and there are many celebrities out celebrating their big win this evening. Although I love going to the movies, this is not my favorite award show to watch…but I certainly love tuning in to the pre-show to see what everyone is wearing on the red carpet!




This year there were not too many standouts, in my opinion. I was however especially drawn to the gowns in the gold/champagne color family and they were some of my favorites!

As far as makeup went, the majority seemed to steer away from the usual smokey eye look, minus Nicole Richie, who wore a smokey gunmetal shadow on her lids to compliment her gown.

Most celebs went with a natural, not too fussy look and opted for golden lids paired with nude lips and glowing skin – with the exception of Sandra Bullock who wore hot pink lipstick and Cameron Diaz, who went ultra glam with red lips!


Below are some of my favorite golden girls:


Sandra Bullock in Marchesa


Cameron Diaz in Oscar de la Renta


Miley Cyrus in Jenny Packham



These were some of my other favorite red carpet looks:


Jennifer Lopez in Armani Prive...love the gown, hate the hair!



Nicole Richie in Reem Acra



Zoe Saldana in Givenchy...she totally looks like Spring to me.



One of the most highly anticipated nominations this year, was for the movie Precious. The movie was based off of the novel Push, by Sapphire. I noticed that many of the Precious cast wore royal/sapphire blue gowns. Perhaps it was in honor of Sapphire!

Gabourey Sidibe in Marchesa


Mo’Nique in Tadashi


Mariah Carey in Valentino

Did any of you tune in to watch the award show? Who were your favorites on the red carpet? Did your favorite movie/actress/actor win? Please leave a comment, because I'd like to know!

Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!

Fab Find Friday!

I am always of the hunt for a great bargain, and I always love to share whenever I find something great. I did a little bit of shopping yesterday and today and came across two great finds at Ross!




I purchased this gorgeous white leather Michael Kors watch from last season at Ross for a fraction of the original retail price (under $90!) It is very similar to this S/S 2010 Michael Kors watch, and the watch that I purchased is still available on Zappos and Amazon.




I love just about everything that Michael Kors puts out! I've been obsessed with his watches for the longest time and I plan on eventually getting both gold and silver Michael Kors watches, so I'm happy to have purchased my very first Michael Kors watch for such a great price. I love the look of a white watch in Spring and Summer months, and I know this watch will definitely be used quite a bit for the next few years.

The other great find were these Boutique 9 Lazer boots for only $22 at Ross!!!
They are still available on Shoes.com in black suede, but at Ross they only had them in 'regular' leather, and I snatched them up as soon as I saw them!

It was a bit of an impulse purchase, so now that I have them at home I'm not 100% sure if I want to keep them or not. Has that ever happened to you? Don't you hate when that happens?!

I think they're gorgeous, and for $22 they're a great deal but I don't know if they're completely my style. I find that they make my calves look a bit stocky and undefined because they stop mid-calf. I think I'm going to see if my Mom can wear them, and possibly think about them some more before I make the final decision to return or keep them.


Another fab find that I made a few weeks ago was at T.J. Maxx, when I scored these fabulous Stuart Weitzman sandals for $59!



These Stuart Weitzman Gladly sandals originally retailed for $365, and they are currently marked down to $189 on Zappos. I can't wait until it's warmer so I can wear them with dresses, skirts, shorts and rolled up boyfriend jeans -- a look that I plan on finally trying out within the next few weeks.

Ah, how I love T.J. Maxx, Ross and Marshalls! They can be hit or miss at times, but usually they are the perfect places to shop for quality items on a budget.

Have you scored any great items at T.J. Maxx, Ross or Marshalls lately? If so, I’d like to know!


Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!

Look for Less: Gucci

Now that March has arrived, Spring is technically supposed to be right around the corner – but with the Winter weather that we’ve been having it is quite hard to believe that sentiment to be true!

I am very excited about the impending warmer weather, and the fabulous open toed sandals that accompany such weather. I am totally in love with the various designer shoes that have made their way down the runways recently, but I am on a budget so I am always looking for a designer deal or something that is just as good as the real thing!

Below I have featured a Gucci Look for Less, which is sure to fit comfortably into most budgets.


Gucci Gail High Heel Ankle Wrap Platform Sandal: $795



Bebe Shana Leather Cuffed Platform Sandal: $149
Total Savings: $646

The Gucci sandal comes in both black and grey, while the equally chic and much less expensive Bebe sandal comes in black, white and tan.


Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!

FREE Pancakes Today @ IHOP!

Today is National Pancake Day, and in honor of the day IHOP is giving away free pancakes! The offer for one free short stack (three pancakes) is not valid with any other coupon and is limited to one per customer. The giveaway is from 7am - 10pm.

All that you need to do to enjoy your pancakes, is make a donation to the Children's Miracle Network after you've finished dining, and all restaurants have donation boxes on site!


The Children's Miracle Network is a wonderful organization that has helped to raise funds for more than 170 children's hospitals.

Free pancakes + donating to a good cause = perfect cobmination. Get your free pancakes today!

Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!

Mardi Gras 2010

New Orleans is definitely abuzz with their recent Super Bowl victory and now Mardi Gras! I've never been to New Orleans or an 'authentic' Mardi Gras celebration, but I do enjoy visiting Louisiana Cajun/Creole inspired restaurants and hope to visit one this week in celebration of Mardi Gras!


Today I am featuring items that would be perfect for any Mardi Gras celebration, when worn separately of course!



Bebe Lace Paneled Ottoman Dress - just add gold hoop earrings and you're set!



Kate Spade Charm City Ostrich Maryanne - this handbag has the timeless and classic look of Hermes, but for much less.


BCBG Elite Watch - love it!

Aldo Alwazan Sandal - I think these sandals would look uber fab with a black dress and the BCBG watch pictured above.


Merona Collection Lilly Knit Top - simple and cute.




Nine West Jimmydee - this sandal is a definite Summer essential.




The MUST have for any Mardi Gras celebration, is without a doubt a king cake!


I think they can be found at just about any local supermarket (I've seen them at my local Publix and Kroger stores) so if you're in the mood to celebrate for Fat Tuesday with something sweet pick one up!

Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!

Happy Valentine's Day!

I hope everyone has a wonderful Valentine's Day this year!!!

Stay Bronzed and Beautiful!