Mama Style Archives - The Blue Closet

what i want now…

May

May 20, 2013 By Cassaundra Leave a Comment

1. these wedges…go look NOW… metallic heel, fringe detailing gorgeous perfection.

2. an oversize denim vest sounds amazing for layering this summer.

3. my kind of ethnic trend necklace…black + white + gold = love…just wait til you see my bathroom.

4. a great slinky maxi in my favorite color

5. i am creating my own little vanity area in my new bathroom and this cabinet would be perfect to streamline my beauty products.

6. a pedicure in the color i can’t get enough of right now.

7. minimal tote period.

8. and i would like someone to volunteer to make these gold leaf succulent pots for me. thank you.

ps check back this week for an easy breezy tutorial just in time for summer!

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color trend… black and blush

May

May 18, 2013 By Cassaundra 1 Comment

there is something about this combo that i just can’t get enough of. crisp. bold. just plain pretty.

blazer, under $200 here / sunnies / sandals / bag/ bracelet,$40 here $20 here / skirt / heels / belt / lace top / essie nail polish

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i can’t quit you polka dot chambray…

May

May 17, 2013 By Cassaundra 6 Comments

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*** PLEASE note, the vest link was not correct. It has been corrected and you can link right to the product:) sorry about that.
its true. this polka dot chambray is soft and comfy and i pretty much could wear it everyday. no matter how long i have had it. with the weather warming up i will swap my denim jacket for the chambray every time.

polka dot shirt from j crew old but VERY similar here / military vest on sale NOW $76! / leopard belt old/ j brand jeans tears made with love by lots of use / wedges old from anthropologie but similar here / tory burch bag / vintage wood bracelets from my mama’s closet / marc jacobs sunnies

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what to wear to work for spring and summer

May

May 13, 2013 By Cassaundra 1 Comment

one of my old coworkers and friends, lisa, recently emailed me to ask what my picks for work this spring and summer would be.

an architect’s wardrobe must be versatile. all in one day you can go from drawing plans in the office to meeting with a client to taking field measurements and talking to contractors. working on job sites requires sensible shoes while still being current and on trend.

here are my picks.

1. white or cream blazer – quickly makes any outfit more put together. (under $30 here, love this linen version)

2. blouse – this color block blouse is a fresh alternative to a plain white button up and will look great with the floral skirt and the color pants.

3. stud earrings – classic colors with an edgy shape

4. floral skirt - throw this on with a tank and sandals on the weekend.

5. leather tote – lisa has to carry a clipboard, pens, pencils, measuring tape and a camera to job sites. when meeting with clients often drawings and sample materials must accompany her. this bag is big enough to fit them all and you can wipe the dirt right off afterwards. (i also like this one and this one.)

6. pink pants – i love the idea of a bright pant for spring and summer. here in california we don’t wear a lot of black in the summer so these are an unexpected color with a tailored professional shape.

7. wedge – these wedges easily work from the office to the job site. the last thing you want on a job site is heels while you are walking up unfinished stairs with no railing. (love this one and i HAVE to get these with fringe and love the green in this wedge)

8. stripe skirt – classic but pair with patterns to easily play with the pattern on pattern trend. this skirt makes it so easy.

9. gold smoking loafers – love these with a cropped pant (under $100, under $60)

10. ikat top – light, colorful and pretty.

please note, if you purchase items from linking through my site, I may earn a small fee. nothing to pay for a college, more like enough to buy more diet coke to keep me up late at night, creating more posts I hope you love. I will always link to products that I really truly love or that I really truly would love to have.

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how i wear pattern pants…

May

May 10, 2013 By Cassaundra 5 Comments

so if you have been reading for a while you saw this post and know how i feel about taking pictures of myself. it ain’t easy. i am much more comfortable behind the camera then in front.

it is hard to put yourself out there. open up your soul to the, often times, harsh criticism of others.

what will people think? that i am arrogant? that i think i am all knowing? who knows. but i have to trust in the people who love and support me and have asked and asked if i would share what I wear.

many have asked so i have answered. here is my very first mama style featuring ME.

pants local but similar here and here and here/ stud sandals on sale right now for $46 / blazer, old but i love this one/ tee, local but some of my favorites here/ black necklace old from jcrew, similar here /crystal necklace/ cap toe pumps on sale right now run don’t walk / ring old from F21 / sunnies

i have never been so comfy.

is it is a little bit of a man repeller type pant and i am good with that. it is the pant your girlfriends will love and will make your boo scratch his head.

so what do you think?

are you doing printed pants this season?

how do you like the post?

would you post pics of yourself?

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50 Mother’s Day Gifts Under $50

May

May 7, 2013 By Cassaundra Leave a Comment

here are my 50 Mother’s Day gift ideas for under $50.

1. mint sandals 2. lounge pants 3. picnic basket 4. chevron earrings

5. washi tape - comes in hundreds of different patterns and colors for the crafter in your life.

6. smitten kitchen cookbook – from the author of one of my favorite food blogs. great recipes and pictures.

7. bamboo skimmer 8. crystal hair ties

9. make an arrangement of beautiful peonies and anemones

10. green dress 11. pattern garden tools 12. brass lipstick holder

13. a marble pedestal for serving their favorite foods in style.

14. wood and gold chevron box 15. vintage teal clock 16. state charm 17. mint nail polish

18. the flower recipe book – give this to your favorite flower loving mama. she will learn the art of modern floral arrangement while eyeing GORGEOUS photos.

19. gold doilies 20. stripe shirt 21. 1960′s vintage globe 22. chevron dishtowel 23. wood cutting board 24. vintage stool 25. panama hat 26. iPad stand 27. linoleum cut block trees print 28. iPhone cover 29. gold dipped bowl

30. naked eyeshadow palette – now in matte colors, great for women with mature eyes.

31. spotted pants 32. make her a succulent terranium 33. YSL nail polish 34. classic Holga camera 35. boho tablecloth

36. herbs wreath - keep their favorite herbs right at their finger tips

37. reusable grocery bag 38. striped beach towel

39. disposable break loaf trays – have a do-gooder in your life? she will love not having to ask for her loaf pan back after she drops bread to those in need.

40. Nars lipgloss 41. round sunglasses 42. metallic silver heels 43. color block maxi skirt

44. Herschel backpack – essential for any mama planning a trip to disneyland.

45. leopard back up battery for iPhone 46. chanel lip gloss 47. wood charger 48. ceramic crock 49. red braided belt 50. gold floral print

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garden party… floral print trend

May

May 1, 2013 By Cassaundra 1 Comment

floral prints continue to be a huge trend this season and come in every size and style…

here are some of my faves.

Gap romper

1. floral sweater 2. madewell tank 3. asos floral sunglasses 4. jcrew printed pants 5. floral ballet flats 6. one piece bathing suit

1. onesie 2. bib 3. bow tie 4. roxy shorts 5. one piece bathing suit 6. floral jeans 7. rainboot

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how to wear pink lipstick…over on little miss momma today

Apr

April 30, 2013 By Cassaundra 1 Comment

when i wanted to start this blog i called this woman because she knows a thing or two or one million about the blogging world.

she is so smart, insightful and HONEST.

she has been one of my biggest supporters and cheerleaders.

I love having inspiring friends.

Creative friends.

Successful friends.

Happy friends.

Imperfect friends.

Friends who lead.

Friends who need you to lead sometimes.

Friends who know who they are.

Friends who are trying to figure out who they are.

Friends who look for the good around them.

Friends that laugh at the bad.

Friends who are different from me.

Friends who are similar to me.

Am i officially rambling now? Yes, I am.

Ashley is quickly becoming a good friend and she embodies so many of these things I love in a friendship.

today i am over on her blog, little miss momma, talking about one of my favorite and most affordable spring accessories…BRIGHT PINK LIPS!

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spring trends for girls

Apr

April 25, 2013 By Cassaundra Leave a Comment

If you read my interview at Taylor Joelle, you know what spring trends for girls I am excited about. When I took the pictures of Ruby at the beach for that article, she and I had this moment. This moment when she was looking at me and I was looking at her as she expressed her opinion about her clothing. I looked at her and thought,
“you are too old. or maybe she is too young?” of that, i am not yet sure. I just felt like I saw this shift from baby girl to big girl.

It was a moment when I thought, ” I get you. This is you and this is good.”

I will be posting on exactly what happened later, when I can think about it a little longer and really put it into words. For now I will leave you with my picks for girls this spring. Also, my own picks for spring for ME.

Easy, comfy, funky and fun.

1. neon crew cuts hoodie 2. dress by boy + girl 3. peek boy friend shorts 4. tribal harem pants by zara 5. jewled sandals by zara

1. i love to keep these in the car for those cool nights. They are the hoodies that look cute, last forever and if you buy a good color you can pass them down to the next kid.

2. i love this dress. i want this dress. i want her to wear it over the cutoff shorts when it is too short.

3. these are by far ruby’s favorite shorts. they are a great transition from school to the beach. her’s fit her a little long and slouchy, boyfriend style.

4. cannot wait to get these in the mail. so comfy and fun.

5. i love the fancy birkenstock vibe of these sandals.

Sooo….what’s on your list?

1. color block bag 2. color block tee 3. stacked bracelet 4. slouchy trousers 5. lace up heel

1. philip lim always does it right, i dream of this bag in my closet.

2. loving a more modern graphic nature in tees right now.

3. i cannot get enough of brightly colored and layered bracelets.

4. you will have to pry these off of me this spring.

5. i love the idea of lace up ties and open toes. these strike the perfect balance for spring.

please note, if you purchase items from linking through my site, I may earn a small fee. nothing to pay for a college, more like enough to buy a diet coke to keep me up late creating more posts. I will always link to products that I really truly love or that I really truly would love to have.

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how i wear a baseball hat…

Apr

April 14, 2013 By Cassaundra 4 Comments

military vest / distressed jeans / mlb hat / chambray shirt / arrow necklace / converse / gold sandals

as i said in my this post dodger hats are mandatory in this house.

it has literally become my favorite accessory.

especially when worn with unexpected twists like this winter when i wore this to a clippers game.

chambray shirt / leather jacket and another good one here/ fur vest (have to wait until fall again for a good one) / leggings / hat / bag / boots

okay now bare with me. you have to wear the layers accordingly or you are seriously encroaching on biker chick territory. be careful. this chambray shirt hangs longer in the back, making it appropriate for lady like myself to wear with “liquid leggings”. yep, i said it, “liquid leggings”. completely doable peeps. then when you add the leather jacket you have the peekaboo of the denim shirt dividing the leggings from the leather and you are gold. the effect of the leather sleeves through the vest is rad. just plain R-A-D.

and i also mixed this same outfit up like this, adding a black blazer in exchange for the leather jacket.

shirt, similar here and here/ jacket similar here/ vest hand me down / jeans/ another pair of great boots here

many of you have been asking me for my own outfits and as i work up the courage to do real nice selfies i will leave you with these iphone photos for now. forgive me.