Think Pink!

I'm getting into the spirit of Valentine's Day a little early over here at Patti Cake.  You don't have to drape yourself in hearts and glitter to get festive with it (unless that's what you're into),  but otherwise just a little pop of a bright color will do.  In this case, I chose pink.  It always makes me feel flirty and fun.  Plus the color compliments so many skin tones, I never saw pink on someone that I didn't like.  

 Kinda hard to see but,  Mini Glitter Liner Set: Sephora 

Rings: H&M & Pangea (Local to Nashville)

 Heels: Kate Spade

Blazer: JCP (similar)  //  Necklace: Boston Store (similar) (similar)  //  White Collar T: Express  //  

Polkadot Jeans: Express

Linking up with: The Fashion Canvas, Walking in Memphis in Heels

Besties Gone Blond

Last weekend my BFF came to visit Nashville!!!  I decided to get my hair done a little differently and knew I wanted to have some more blond put in.  Just to switch things up a little ya know!  A friend recommended William Edge Salon in Nashville so I went to try it out.  It is an Aveda Salon but their stylists are all on salary.  They do not accept gratuity.  When I walked in I was provided with the regular Aveda Tea & fruit infused water, however they also offered me a beer or a glass of wine.  I did not accept because I was a little on edge about changing my hair and going to a new salon.   (Thinking back, a beer or wine would've been the thing to take the edge off...haha)  Anyhow, everything turned out great, my stylist Aimee really listened to what I wanted and she did a fantastic job!  When Payal (my bff) arrived the next day she loved my hair and wanted a little change herself.  I called the salon, thinking they would not be able to fit her in as it was Saturday morning.  Aimee was very accommodating, made room in her already busy schedule and even invited me to tag along.  We were greeted with mimosas, which I did take advantage of this time.  Aimee did a fantastic job on Payal's hair!  She was so gracious to put up with our shenanigans and us gabbing like, well, two grannies in a hair parlor.  We had a fabulous time and were ready to hit the town- as blondes!  I still am not sure if blondes or brunettes have more fun, I think Payal and I do, no matter the hair color. ;)

Earrings: World Market // Leather Jacket: Mossimo Target (currently in store only) (similar) 

// Striped Dress: Express // Leggings: Express // Boots: Macy's (similar)

Pedestrian Bridge

Dinner at Acme Feed and Seed was delicious!

(I am always drawn to this phone booth there)

Lower Broadway

Jaill- friends from Milwaukee 

Linking up with: Walking in Memphis in Heels, The Fashion Canvas, More Pieces of Me, On the Daily Express, Life's a Party Dress Like it,  Style Elixir, Living in Color Style and Stylin' in St. Louis

Fall Floral

Ahhh!  September was such a busy month you guys!  It just flew by!  I had my hands full creating 7 elf costumes and 6 rainbow bright sprite costumes for Comicon Wizard World in Nashville.  It was such a fun event, and it really revved me up for Halloween!  The wheels they are a turning.  We also took a mini vaycay down to the Gulf Shores.  I had never been there before.  It was very lovely and very relaxing.  I could defiantly see us going back again next year.  Until last weekend it hadn't really been cold here, so putting together a fall outfit that I wasn't sweating through was a bit of a challenge.  Luckily this trapeze top that I got on sale from Express in July was just the trick.  It has a nice floral/ fall pattern yet the fabric is light and airy and very soft against the skin.  Win win!  Fall fashion here I come!

 Hat: Mossimo // Floral trapeze blouse: Express // Black Skinnies: Target // Lace up booties: Gifted


Wizard World Comicon

It's Groot you guys!!!  GROOT!

Pattern I created for elf costume base

Elfie Selfie

Gulf Shores/ Orange Beach

Our mammoth sand castle

Ice cream and the beach, can it get any better?

If you made it this far, I commend you!  ;)  Thanks for stopping by!

Linking up with Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas, More Pieces of Me and On the Daily Express,

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White Hot American Summer

I have been loving white on white looks since spring.  All white ensembles really make your red, white, and blue accessories pop!  Lately though, I have been searching for a sheer white cut-out shirt like the one featured in this post.  The one below is from Express's 70% off sale last week.  I feel like I'm getting warmer, but still not exactly what I am looking for.  Thought I had it spot on with one I ordered from ASOS, but then it came in size petite and I could hardly fit it over my head.  All white ensembles really make your red, white, and blue accessories pop!  I am also obsessing over this nail polish right now.  OPI's Gwen Stefani Collection, Push and Shove looks like your nails have been dipped in pure silver.  I am totally obsessed!  It was gifted to me by my friend Jen, but I think I might have to buy some more because I have never found a silver with this kind of mirrored chrome finish before.  Also super excited that my sister and her fiancé are coming to visit for Forth of July, here we come Hot Chicken Festival!!!

OPI Gwen Steffani Collection: Push and Shove

Electric Polish: Urban Decay

 Sunnies: (similar) // 'Merica Infinity Scarf c/o DERNG  // Paneled Top: Express

White Skinny Jeans: Express  // Sandals: gifted (India)

What are your plans for the 4th?

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