Happy Monday folks!  I hope you all enjoyed your weekend as much as I did. It was a busy one for sure. This past Sunday, I was able to celebrate another year of life. My 26th birthday weekend was full of celebrations and of course some shopping along the way. It's a blessing when your work is so much fun. I've decided to run down my looks for running errands, a ladies only brunch, a sexy ensemble for a night out. and my sophisticated look to bring in B-Day a.k.a my birthday.

Up first we have this casual Friday look, featuring this super fun leather jacket from Ashley Tipton's plus size line through JCPenney. The first time I saw this jacket on one of my favorite bloggers, I knew I had to have it. It's not your run of the mill leather jacket. It features a mesh/tulle blend, adding 100% femininity to the jacket. Not to mention all of the rose gold button and zippers.

Moto jacket: JcPenney Marled knit sweaters: here Distressed denim:similar

Underneath, I wore this marled knit sweater form Forever 21+, with distressed thrifted denim jeans. Complete with mid length combat boots, and you have an outfit fit for running around ALL day. Fashionable and functional!

On to Saturday, where I opted for dresses all day. I always hear people talk about how much work dresses are, but I think dresses are a go-to when you don't feel like picking out two separate pieces of clothing, and they add a chic detail to whatever you're doing.

My day dress was a sweater dress that was also thrifted. The ribbed detail and moccasin booties helped me to not feel too dressed up.

Dress: Similar Booties: Similar Military jacket: Rainbow Shops

My night dress was a last minute find from the racks of Charlotte Russe. I suaully walk past Charlotte Russe when I'm low on funds, because their sales are to shop till you drop for! This entire outfit (sans shoes) was $35!!! YES you read that right. This mauve/blue ruched number was 50% off, as are ALL of their dresses, and I had to pick up some jewelry (2 for $10). I didn't regret wandering in this time around.

Entire outfit: Charlotte Russe

Last but not least, we have my birthday ensemble. I wanted to go with something a bit more toned down and "grown up" for this occasion, and I immediately thought "bow tie". Because I didn't want it to look too boyish, I opted for this velvet wrap from H&M, which I then fashioned into a bow tie, that way I was able to use it again. My burgundy strap heels are from GoJane. I scored them for an easy $19. The rest of the outfit was thrifted. I have to be more wise about my spending habits after all, I'm a year older!

Heels: here

Which one of these looks was your favorite? Leave a comment below. I love hearing from you!

Faithfully,
Brieana

It's finally happened! A few inches of snow and ice in the Pocono have at last ushered our way into true winter fashion. I always laugh at the first snowfall because the conversations and Facebook statuses I hear and see are always amusing. 'Oh man, it's so cold outside'. Or even "It's a low of 10 degrees this morning.' I want to say to them, "Yes that happens in the winter."Those will be the same people who complain of the too humid weather. Be thankful for the highs and lows of his wonders and mercies. In the summer, I'll be happy to don my maxi skirts and gladiator sandals. In the dawn of winter, I'm just as happy to wear some great winter gear. I wouldn't want any of these things to take up dust.

The showcase item for this week's casual Friday are these one-of-a-kind glittering boots from Lola Shoetique. Speaking of taking up dust, I've been thinking about them since daylight savings when 4pm started to look like 6pm. They literally shine up the night and I'm happy I was able to unearth them from the piles of shoes I have to make this comfy cozy outfit. I got these some years ago, and only wore them once so they're in pretty god shape. They're a standard military boot that features lots and lots of GLITTER! I'm trying to calm down the adolescent fairy princess in me that got so excited when I first laid eyes on them a couple years back

Jail posing it! ;)

. What better way to be glamorous in the winter than with heavy duty boots covered in glitter?! *swoon*

On top I have a cropped sweater form Victoria's secret I also got a couple of years back. Everyone know Vicky's for their panty sales and bras, but in my heavier catalog shopping days, I was very surprised to know that they also sell some pretty good quality clothing items. They have everything form shirts to skirts to coats. (I'll get into that in another post) Another surprise is that their items go up to an XL in most pieces. This sweater was literally a grab it and go and it kept my outfit pretty chill, where the boots jazzed it up a bit.

Have you ever seen a trendy piece and said. "I don't know if I'm going to look good in that." WELL, later for that noise! As a treat to myself for losing a whopping 65 pounds this year, I ventured into the territory of distressed/ripped denim and I couldn't be happier. I got these from one of my favorite IG boutiques right now, Hautelifeplus. Word to the wise on these, they stretch to epic proportions! So order a size down because they're very forgiving to us sisters who are "hippier".

How do you glam up for the winter? Share a comment, quip, or picture below. TGIF!

Faithfully,
Brieana. 

     Merry Christmas everyone! For this is the day that the Lord has made,let us rejoice! I pray that you are all having an eventful Christmas with your families. Remember that today is not about what you receive,but what you can give to those you hold so dear. Despite the busy day, the posts must continue!