The Purr-fect Pink: Appeal Cosmetics in Kitten

Need to gush about a fabulous new company and this gorgeous color, Kitten!

Appeal Cosmetics and is a San Jose-based cosmetic company headed by Candace Stanley, an absolute doll and an amazing makeup artist.

Kitten adds a frosty pink shimmer to your lips, sure to make any girl purr. I absolutely love the application and the staying power. It is rich and goes on smooth but sticks to your lips throughout the day. Here's an up-close look just after application:

Still holding tight after coffee and errands:

Can't wait to try the Fine Mink eyelashes and the lipstick in V (vibrant pink) and Mock Up (nude).

Follow on Instagram to find out which celebs are wearing Appeal Cosmetics!

Nice Booties

I just can't get enough of these patent leather cap toe black and nude booties. Perfect little platform & comfy 4" heel make these great for day & night! Ordered these online from Victoria's Secret & lucky for me, they fit like a glove! Classy & chic ~ I'm in love! Paired with a simple black shift dress with a little lace overlay. Romantic chic today.

A Classic: Polka Dots

Today seems like the perfect day for polka dots. Black-and-white. Simple as that. On my wrist is my gold spike bracelet by Stella and Dot. (Renegade, $59, available online) In my cup is a vanilla latte. And on my lips is Milani in Rich Berry.

Life is... Fabulous!

On my way to dinner last night with my Black patent leather Gucci Horsebit clutch. Forces me to just take the essentials. Why don't I just carry the essentials every day?!?

Getting Cozy in Frilly Legwarners

Getting cozy in my Miss Molly Lace Legwarmers, in charcoal, from Grace & Lace. ($34, available online) Soft & comfy. The buttons make them versatile allowing you to wear them over your feet while you're at home or unbutton the bottom two buttons and have them partially cover the heel of your favorite pumps or wedges. Added a little dainty frill to my basic leggings. Swoon! Hope to try out more of these products!

How To: Criss-Crossed Wrapped Pony

I saw this cute criss-cross wrapped pony with a bump on Pinterest and had to give it a try. It's so easy. Here's how I did it:

1) Tease hair at crown, 2) separate hair over ears & put the rest of hair in pony, 3) then take remaining hair over ears (which was left out if pony) & cross the pieces & wrap around the pony, 4) use clear rubberband to tie both segments together & then around the pony.

Voila! 

Casual Friday: Aztec Denim

Casual Friday is the perfect time to bust out my Aztec denim by Rock & Republic. Cute, skinny jeans with a not-too-loud print. 

Paired with my Steve Madden black & gold sandals, style name, Reader. Tossed on a black 3-button tunic by Bellatrix & a cup filled with soy chai latte. 

Perfect for a day of errands & keeping my feet comfy before I switch to heels for the night! 

MAC: Chatterbox and Vegas Volt (Brow Bonus!)

I had six MAC containers to recycle with Back to MAC so I ventured out to find a fabulous new color. 

I couldn't decide, so I went with both Chatterbox and Vegas Volt. ($18 each online or in store) I was inspired by my sweet friend Natalie, who taught me this to color trick. Let's see who notices!

My inspiration, Natalie: 

I gave it a go! Chatterbox on the top and Vegas Volt on the bottom. And here are the results...

Here's Vegas Volt:

And Chatterbox:

 

Moi:

Also wearing Benefit Brow Zings brow shaping kit in light. ($30 online or at Sephora) This is the best brow set I have ever used and always get compliments on my brows. You can use this to make them as dramatic or natural as desired. 

French Connection T-Shirt Dress: Day & Night

French Connection soft t-shirt block color dress with my Allegra Stella & Dot necklace (online, $89) & Vince Camuto black croc espadrille wedges for day. Lots of gold bangles from Saks, along with gold Diesel watch. 

For evening, I added black tights & my Yves Saint Laurent back lace suede platform booties, purchased from Neiman Marcus. The style name is Madge. I kept the gold bangles & threw on a black fitted jacket and rolled up the sleeves to show the grey satin contrast lining. 

What a difference tights & a jacket make!

Casual Friday: Boyfriend Jeans + Helmut Lang

Casually chic for Friday! Gap ultra worn boyfriend patch jeans, cuffed, with a plain white v-neck tee by Banana Republic. Adore my jacket by Helmet Lang! Swoon! One of my favorite designers! Purchased at Off Saks 5th Avenue.

Jewelry by Stella & Dot, "Sutton" necklace. ($128 available online, and can be worn 5 ways) Black patent leather & leopard booties by Sole Society (Nordstrom Rack only $25!)

Mary-Kyri: The Perfect Fix for the Rainy Day Blues

Rainy day blues? Forget about it. Rainy days give me the perfect excuse to bust out my favorite patent leather booties. 

These booties are Mary-Kyri (style name, Jamaya) and from my favorite store, Footcandy, which I'm so sad to say is now closed in San Jose. Footcandy was located on Santana Row and was the mecca of gorgeous shoes. You can still shop online and at the store in Walnut Creek.

The store was absolutely stunning and felt like a princess's closet with the shoes and purses so beautifully displayed. Not overly cluttered and just exquisite.

The store was designed by Eugene Sakai with Studio S Squared Architecture. I recently met Eugene through a partner who had contacted him for a mutual project and I couldn't be more pleased. Now if I can just talk him into designing a shoe closet for me, I'll be in luck!

Nails: Coral & Gold with Chevron

Loving coral & added a little gold chevron pattern for fun. This was my first attempt with the chevron. I purchased nail striping tape at Sally's Beauty Supply ($4.69) & used it to create a stencil. Then I painted, let it dry & removed the tape.

I like this method better than using nail decals because I feel like any nail decals always peel off even with a topcoat. 

Colors are Sally Hansen Coral Reef (Ulta, $2.99) and OPI in Looks Like Rain, Dear (Sold out at Sephora, but available at Amazon for $10).

Theory Jeggings: Day & Night

Loving my new Theory stretch pintuck navy leggings. Back zippers are cute and stylish. The style is Kiestan. Purchase these at Off Saks Fifth Avenue on the clearance rack for $46! Score!

For my day look I paired them with a Max Studio black tunic. Headband and scarf by Grace & Lace. This is the Nellie Knit Scarf ($38) in Emerald with matching Nellie Knit Headband ($19). This is a cute little company that was featured on the Shark Tank and has really taken off. Great story behind the company too! I also added some cute booties by Dolce Vita. The style name is Joust and they are a great everyday boot.

For the evening, I switched tops for a Helmet Lang sweater poncho with studded platform heels from Vince Camuto. I added my black Furla glasses (with cute little white bows on the sides), so I can see :P 

Meet the Blogger

Hi, I'm Ashley and this is my furbaby, Max. I am an attorney and most recently, a restauranteur as well. I always have and always will have a love for fashion and all things chic!

Today, I am wearing black skinny jeggings with gold rivets by Free People purchased at Off Saks 5th Avenue, and an olive tunic by One Clothing (Nordstrom Rack). Max is also nice and comfy in my (rather, "his") Louis Vuitton Neverfull, which I purchased on PoshMark. 

Jewelry by Stella & Dot. Black necklace is "Allegra" ($89, available online) with "Soiree" ball earrings (these are discontinued, but the ball studs are still available online for $24) Both pieces are such great staples. 

Shoes by Christian Louboutin. Love those red soles. These booties are "Disqueen" and are a black caged patent leather wedge with back zipper. I saw them and fell in love. I snagged these beauties at Neiman Marcus Last Call and what a steal!

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