GOT IT: Aerosoles 'Plushing Bride'

I've had my eye on these gorgeous wedges since the summer! They were originally $80 and I was waiting for the price to go down a little. Fast forward to October, I get the Aerosoles catalog in the mail to find them down to $30! The next day I go online to order and they're SOLD OUTTTT. I freaked! 

I called a local Aerosoles store and asked if they could see if any other stores still had them in stock in the tan color. Sure enough I got lucky and bought the 2nd to last pair in tan in all of NJ!

So just as I get these in the weather turns COLD! There was no way I was letting this chilly weather stop me from wearing my latest trophies. See some OOTD's below.

UPDATE 4/28/11: Since these wedges were so popular, Aerosoles came out with a new but slightly similar version of the 'Plushing Bride' wedge.  

AND they're on sale right now for $50!!

One Plush One

$50

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Aerosoles 'Plushing Bride' in Tan

$30

Nude top: Alfani (vintage)

Dark brown long cardi: Zaras

Grey scarf: vintage

Jeans: House of Dereon @ TJ Maxx

White tee:Wet Seal

Black long cardi: Old Navy

Jeggings: Charlotte Russe $40

White tee: Wet Seal

Dark grey cardi: Eyeshadow @ TJ Maxx

Scarf: from a festival

Jeggings: Lauren Conrad for Kohls

Thin belt: H&M

White tank: Old Navy

Navy sweater: Zaras

Jeans: American Rag @ Macys

White beaded top: Forever21

Pale pink infinity scarf: J. Crew

Jeans: Zaras

Brown top:Forever21

Tan long cardi: Zaras

Grey jeans: Fragile @ Sears

GOT IT: Bumble & Bumble at Sephora!

...ON SALE! 

Yes! What are you waiting for!? It ends this Thursday, 4/21 and you can use the coupon as many times as you want until then. It's rare when Sephora sends out coupons so take advantage ppl!

Here are 2 items I picked up today by Bumble & bumble...yes my Sephora has finally stepped up their game..it's about time!

 Thickening Serum

$27 $23 with my coupon

I've been seeing bloggers post like crazy about this serum. 

What it is: A nightly, leave-in hair treatment for thickening and strengthening.

You can rub it through wet or dry hair BEFORE you go to bed. Over time, This serum fattens and fortifies each strand over time for thicker, stronger, and fuller hair.

I've been growing out my hair for a few years now & despite how long it has gotten I have to work with thin/fine hair. I'll test it out and let you know what I think. ;)

 Surf Spray

$23 $20 w/ coupon

This is exactly what it says it is. 

I had heard a lot of buzz about this from VS models. It was also a popular item in Cali of course! :)

I'll try these babies out for a week or so and get back to you w/ reviews!


UPDATE 4/28/11: I've been trying both of these out for the past week. I think I need to give the Thickening Hair Serum more time before I can rightfully judge.

However, as for the Surf Spray, I'm LOVING it! It gives my thin, fine hair more texture and helps keep the waves in place. Big THUMBS UP! Smells great, cute packaging, it's a win win for me. Worth every penny!


For beachy waves in the past, I've tried just plain water & salt from the kitchen to the actual ocean water to the Charles Worthington Texturizing Salt Spray ($18) and no luck.


I'll post pics soon! :)

OOTD: Checking out LA

I'm back & in L.O.V.E with Cali.

Here's an outfit I wore while checking out LA and Beverly Hills.

Jacket: LOFT on sale from last season $30!

Striped silk tank: Madison Marcus via Hautelook.com $30

Skirt: LOFT on sale from last season $5!

Sorry for the crappy/blurry pic. 

I posted this just so you can see the length of the skirt. :)

Leaving on a jet plane...

 

 As of tomorrow, I'll be gone for a week in the hopefully sunny SoCal weather.

Here's to good times with friends, soaking up some rays & sand between your toes!

xox Leslie

PEACE OUT!

OOTW: Cali dreaminggg..

Unfortunately, it's not quite Cali weather here in NJ. 

Mostly in the 40's with rain and clouds...nice right?

I'm keeping Cali on the brain with some potential outfits at the very end of this post.

Let me know what you think! :)

Top: H&M $12

Navy blazer: H&M $30 on sale!

Bottom: Zara leggings

Shoes: Aerosoles $20 on sale

ABSOLUTELY in <3 with this blazer!

It's actually really lightweight. Perfect for Spring!

Top: LOFT $10 on sale!

Bottom: Zara $10 on sale

Belt: Target $12

Shoes: Aerosoles $20 on sale

Top: H&M $35

Sweater: INC via Macys

Bottom: Guess Jeans via TJ Maxx

Shoes: Aerosoles

Top: GAP $15 on sale

Sweater: Old Navy

Bottom: Lauren Conrad via Kohls

Shoes: Old Navy $12 on sale

Top: J. Crew Outlet

Bottom: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: Walmart

Watch: Target $12 

My poor dog must think I'm crazy haha.

Top: LOFT $14 on sale

Bottom: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: Aerosoles 

I love this LOFT striped top! Super cute.

Top: GAP $15 on sale

Sweater: TJ Maxx

Bottom: Guess Jeans via TJ Maxx

Shoes: Aerosoles

To the right is a close up picture of the mesh texture that's on the bottom left of this tank.

I <3 this mesh texture that coming into style for spring!

Top: H&M $15

Bottom: Lauren Conrad via Kohls

Shoes: Aerosoles

Watch: Target 

Potential Cali OOTD's! :)

Day Dress: H&M $15

Top: GAP $15, shown above in another OOTD

Skirt: GAP $30

Bag Obsession: Urban Expressions

Every girl has her vice...be it makeup, SHOES, clothes, accessories and of course handbags!

Now I'm not the type of girl who's into designer bags, not b/c I don't think they're gorgeous, who doesn't <3 those Chanel, Michael Kors & Louie V bags!? Obviously the prices are outrageous, but more so b/c every month or so I get bored with my handbag.

Sure I still have some favorites that I'll pull out now and then, but for the most part I can't justify spending anything over $50 for a bag that I know in a month I'll get sick of it and be ready to replace it with the next best thing. :)

Cue in TJ Maxx! I've got to say most of my bags are found in TJ Maxx. Some have been name brand, but most aren't. Take my gorgeous bag below, I've been in love with it now for..gasp..almost 4 months! It's probably the longest handbag relationship I've had in awhile haha.

I get a lot of compliments on it and most people think I spent a fortune on it. The brand is 'Urban Expressions,' and you'll NEVER guess how much this bag really was...READY??

$20!

Who says it's all about love and not the money...<3

Wishlist: My upcoming SoCal Trip!

Next month I'm taking a trip out to SoCal with some girlfriends to visit one of our friends that moved out to San Diego last June! I'm super excited since I've never been out to the West Coast and I've been planning to get out there for awhile now.

Here are a few goodies from Nike, TopShop & of course Piperlime that are on my potential wishlist to add into my suitcase! Sticking these in my 'Wishlist' Bookmark folder & waiting for 'em to go on sale!

Aerosoles Chlementine in Pink Faux Leather
$50   

Comfortable & cute for all the walking around!

Women's Nike Free Run+
$85

Another option for all the sightseeing/walking around!
So far, this site is the lowest price I could find.
My search continues!

Pierre Dumas for Piperlime
Esther-2 in Tobacco

$40 on sale

Since Prada first came out with their mesh sandal pump last season I've been in <3 with the mesh trend & from the looks of it it's becoming a trend for the spring/summer season! yayyy!

This is the closest dupe I could find. (and the non-cheapiest looking!)

Urban Outfitters
Cooperative Desert Rose Dress
$60

Ever since last yr, Urban Outfitters has been my go-to when it comes to spring/summer dresses.
All you gotta do is wait for them to go on sale! :)
I absolutely <3 this combo with the belt. Simple yet so pulled together.

 

Urban Outfitters
Kimchi Blue Open Stitch Sweater Dress
$15

 

Urban Outfitters Tela Silky Print Henley Pocket Dress
$40

 

 

GAP Long & Lean Jeans (dark wash)
$69.50  

Since the bell bottom trend is making a comeback

(plus I'm not that crazy about the trend) I'm willing to try the wider-flared leg.

This is as 'cali hippie as i get.'

TopShop
Short Sleeve Crinkle Pussybow
$70

Kohls
Elle Enchant Platform Peep-Toe High Heels

$45 on sale

Freakin cutest heels I have tried on in a longgg time!
They're super high though, I'd wait for these to go down a little more in price.

I'm going to Cali Cali Cali!

 

 

Next month I'm taking a trip out to Southern Cali with some girlfriends for 5 days to visit one of our friends that moved out to San Diego last June! I'm super excited since I've never been out to the West Coast and I've been planning to get out there for awhile now. We're spending a few days in San Diego & then heading up to LA for the remainder of the trip. :)

In the process of 'mental packing' & finding some new ideas/inspirations, my next couple of posts will be dedicated to my SoCal trip!

OOTW: Sun is gonna keep on shining

..hopefully! Here are are a few leftover OOTD's that I've been meaning to share.

Enjoy!

 Blk & white top: Forever21

Olive scarf: H&M

Blk leggings: Zara

Wedges: Aersoles

Bracelet: Ralph Lauren

 Dark grey top: LOFT

White jacket: Ralph Lauren

Blk leggings: New York & Co.

Boots: Violatile via Piperlime

Bracelet: Ralph Lauren

Necklace: Kohls

 Cream sweater top: Michael Kors @ TJ Maxx

Blk leggings: Zara

Boots: Violatile via Piperlime

 Dark grey top: American Eagle @ TJ Maxx

Scarf: Ann Taylor

Blk leggings: New York & Co.

Boots: Violatile via Piperlime

Bracelet: Ralph Lauren

Necklace: Target

 Cream ruffle top: Ann Taylor

Blk leggings: Zara

Boots: Violatile via Piperlime

Necklace: LOFT

 Pink silk top: LOFT

Jeggings: Michael Kors @ Bloomingdales

Wedges: Aerosoles

Necklace: Charlotte Russe

 Cream sweater: Old Navy

Blk leggings: Zara

Boots: Violatile via Piperlime

Necklace: Target

  Dark brown top: Cable & Gauge @ TJ Maxx

Jeggings: Michael Kors @ Bloomingdales

Wedges: Aerosoles

Necklace: Charlotte Russe

 Cream lace ruffle top: LOFT

Sweater: Zara

Blk leggings: Lauren Conrad for Kohls

Boots: Violatile via Piperlime 

 Necklace: Charlotte Russe