OOTD Hot Day Maxi Style

Today my Husband and I went and ran errands and went to dinner. We've been married for 2 weeks! Just thinking about that puts a huge smile on my face. He wanted to surprise me and take me to see The Great Gatsby but the theater we normally go to stopped showing it to show more Star Trek I believe. Either way my hubby is awesome! It was pretty warm out so here's what I put together for the afternoon out.

This was me trying to be I model. I just don't know. Haha.

Top: Cold Shoulder Burnout Top (here)

Maxi: Lily Rose Striped Maxi (here)

Belt: Old
Sandals: Target

I opted for a maxi because I was feeling a bit bloated haha. I love this top! Its super comfortable and very versatile. I also have it in black and a print. I have a feeling they will be my go to tops this Summer.

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Neon, Neon

I wrote that title and then that song by John Mayer titled Neon on his Room for Squares album popped into my head. I remember singing that song in my car when I was in high school. Oh my I'm old. Haha.

Anyway, I've tried out 2 jelly neon polishes from China Glaze's Sunsational Collection. Shell-o and Heat Index. Shell-o is super bright coral jelly, and Heat Index is a hot pink jelly. I absolutely love jelly polishes. I will say these were rather sheer but I built up adequate opacity in 3 coats. I think I may have to buy back up bottles of these! (Neon's tend to freak out cameras so they are brighter in person.)

My pups got in on the act. Heat Index.

Shell-o

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Our Wedding Story...

As I sit and type this I have been married to the love of my life for a little over a week. I can't even begin to explain the happiness, love, and joy I'm feeling. It's amazing. I love being able to say "That's my husband!" How cool is that!?

My Grandma left me her Wedding Set from the 50's. It was gorgeous. However it was too big for little 'ole me. My Grandma's diamond was reset into my dream Engagement Ring. It is so precious and special that I get to have that part of her and my Grandpa with me in my marriage.

Chris and I got married on May 3, 2013. Our dating anniversary is on March 3rd. (We've been together for 8 years.) So in my mind I always wanted to get married in the spring on the 3rd of the month. Things played out a little differently than how I dreamed our wedding day would be, but it was a beautiful moment that I wouldn't change for the world.

Our color theme was turquoise and coral. I wore a vintage inspired short wedding dress with turquoise heels. It was perfect. I even made my own bouquet. Chris wore a turquoise button up and black slacks. We kept our Wedding a secret except for our immediate family. My parents and brother attended. Unfortunately Chris's parents were going to be in Boston and couldn't be there. We had a an outdoor ceremony in front of a huge rock fountain surrounded by Palmetto Trees. Being the photographer that I am I did what I could myself and then turned the camera over to my Daddy for the Ceremony. My brother was the man of many hats, ring holder, and bouquet holder. The Ceremony was beautiful and sweet. I had to hold in tears the entire time so I made lots of weird faces. The Reverend who married us was amazing. When she pronounced us Husband and Wife in that moment our lives changed and it felt incredible!

The forecast on our Wedding Day was quite different than we thought it would be as clouds and coolness rolled in. The wind was pretty crazy too. In the midst of our post Ceremony photos the rains came. We all ran. I couldn't help but laugh. We head back to our home. My Mom helped me pull together a shabby chic set up for our backyard too. She was such a huge help! I DIYed like a crazy person leading up to the big day. It turned out great. Our Wedding Cake and meal was from the The Farmers Shed. I'm not a cake person and let me tell you BEST CAKE I'VE EVER HAD! The day was quite relaxed and we just enjoyed it.

I really can't begin to tell you how happy that day was for me. It was simple but magical. I'm so proud to be Chris's Wife! I know we surprised quite a few people with our marriage. That was so entertaining. My favorite reaction had to be "Well, it's about time!" Haha. The plan is to have a reception in the fall for the rest of our family and friends.

Now after all that I'm sure you want to see some photos.

(All photos Copyright Katie B. and my not be used without credit.)

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Iron Man 3

My husband and I finally went to see Iron Man 3. It came out on our Wedding Day so obviously we couldn't make it to a showing then haha. It was fantastic! Little know fact: I'm a superhero movie nerd. Love them!

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Blog Face Lift

Hello to those who still read this little blog of mine!
I know, I know. The same old song and dance. I post for a while and then go dormant. I really hate that I do that. The beginning of the year threw me a curve ball as far as work was concerned, and that really messed with my mojo. 
I decided I really need to get on my blogging game and make something of this little space on the internet. So  this little blog has received a minor face lift. You'll find and updated header, new buttons, and tabs. I feel like I'm keeping up with the Joneses with this update.
I hope you enjoy it, and I hope to bring more fun content to my blog.

P.S. Be on the lookout for a Wedding post, because this 'ole gal got married!

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Eclectic and Heavenly by Revlon

As I said in my previous post I'm all about a great Revlon polish. I picked up Eclectic and Heavenly a few weeks ago. I'm finally starting to jump on the mint green polish bandwagon. Now I want them all. Haha.

Here we have 2 coats of Eclectic with a 1 coat of Heavenly on the ring finger. Wore this mani for a week. It was love.

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Girly by Revlon

I'm impressed by Revlon time and time again. I love that you can achieve certain looks at a lower price point than having to shell out for some of the higher end brands. I also get great wear from Revlon polishes. When I passed the Revlon polish rack I had to stop and grab up Girly a few weeks ago. It's a sheer/jelly pink with multiple variations of pink/purple/blue hex glitter as well as some holo glitter. What's not to love? This is 2 coats with no undies. I enjoyed it.

The polish matched my Fibromyalgia Awareness bracelet.

Pretty right? Thanks for reading!