Summer is on its way and that means it’s time to break out the red! With Fourth of July on the horizon, cherry is a color you are definitely going to want to add to your wardrobe. This color is so easy to add to any look. Check out my suggestions below.
Cherry picked for work
Cherry picked for the beach
Cherry picked shades
Cherry picked earrings
Cherry print tops
The inspiration for this post was thanks to the Michael Kors bag that was given to me for my birthday. I have never owned anything by Michael Kors in my life so you can only imagine my excitement. The dress that I am wearing is sadly sold out. I am hoping Banana Republic re-stocks it again soon. Both times that is was available it sold out so quickly! I did find a similar off the shoulder floral dress that I hope you will love just as much. Have fun adding this color to your summer wardrobe! 😍
Good health is truly one of the greatest blessings. It is one I always cherish through exercise and a healthy diet.
2. Patrick
My soul mate is truly my best half. His kindness and zest for life continues to fill my life with joy even after 6 wonderful years of being together.
3. Summer adventures
I have a few trips planned for this summer. I have only ever traveled to a few places in my lifetime. The fact that I am going to be visiting some new cities has me so giddy!
4. My best friends
I don’t know what I would do without them. Without their love and support, I would not be the woman I am today.
5. My brother and sisters
As the oldest, they inspire me to be the best I can be. They are the foundation of all I do. I love you all so freaking much!
6. Pizza
You are not going to find better pizza than in NJ! Sorry NYC. But Jersey takes the cake 😉
7. My home
Growing up with little to nothing, I am grateful for the blessing of having my humble abode. Especially after a long day, no one is more eager to get to her bed and whine down.
8. Target
I would be lost without my Target runs. Where else am I going to get things I don’t need?
9. My wardrobe
A little cliche for the fashion blogger but I am grateful for the fact that I can dress up whenever I want.
10. My Job
I love where I am in life right now in terms of my career. I have a full time job that is challenging and fun in addition to my side hustle. I wake up every day feeling inspiring and empowered!
11. Social Influence
While my social influence is small, I am grateful to each and every one of you. The positive message and kind comments mean more to me than you will ever know.
12. Spotify
Music continues to be one of the most important factors in my life. Listening to music allows me to escape when I need a breakaway the most.
13. Flowers
Spring is one of my favorite seasons because of all the blooms that we get to enjoy. I love seeing the Earth show off it’s wonderful colors. I have made a point to ge fresh flowers every week to have in my home.
14. The Influencer Podcast
Having a side hustle is not easy. I am so thankful I came across The Influencer Podcast. It keeps me inspired as a blogger and entrepreneur.
15. My hikes
Because I LOVE to conquer mountains figuratively and literally.
16. My car
Her name is Moana because she is blue like the sea. I pretty much live in my car 😛
17. My blogging community
Becoming a blogger has given me the blessing of connecting with some amazing girl bosses. I am grateful to have friends who are so loving and supportive.
18. Zumba
I feel free and carefree when I dance.
19. The fact that I am Latina
I love being Latina. My spanish roots keep me grounded and inspire me to be a great influencer to other Latinas around the world.
20. My background in music & art
Being a classically trained singer has brought me endless joy throughout the years. I take vocal lessons from time to time to keep my heart full.
21. Musicals
I love how music and dance can take you away to a different time and place. I want to be one of the influencers who attends musicals in NYC someday 😉
22. TOMS
Because a girl needs to slip into comfortable shoes + give back at the same time!
23. Photography
My memory isn’t the best. That is why I love capturing special moments in photographs.
24. Petite-friendly clothing
Shout out to all the brands that offer petite sized clothing. Let’s hope more brands will continue to expand in shapes and sizes!
25. Traveling
I don’t get to do it often but when I do, I cherish every moment. I love how traveling makes you appreciate home.
26. My faith
It keeps me grounded, reminds me not to be judgemental and keeps my heart full of love.
27. Kindness
It makes a difference. Always shower others with love and kindness. The world needs more of it!
I love you all so much! Thank you all for your endless love and support that you shower with every day. I am so incredibly thankful for all of you.
Happy Monday loves! It’s official, my birthday week has begun. In addition to celebrating my 27th birthday, I also get to celebrate my brother’s graduation day! He has finally completed his bachelors in Accounting and I could not be more proud of him. Seeing him graduate this Friday is the best birthday gift his big sister could ever ask for.
With spring being on the warmer side, I have had a chance to whip out some of my summer wardrobe. For this look, I decided to pair from favorite pineapple print top with this darling Who What Wear button down birdcage skirt. When I wear longer skirts, I always wear heels to give me some extra height. Instead of lipstick, I decided to use Urban Decay’s Hi-Fi lipgloss in Savage. Can you believe how pigmented it is?!
If you are in NJ this week, feel free to stop by Upper Montclair on May 17th at Stitch Boutique. You can see a sneak peak of what the store look like here. Be sure to let me know if you can attend. I do hope I get a chance to see some of you during the event. It is going to be an absolute blast!
Last week, I came across a post that my dear friend Lizzie from Lizzie in Lace posted on her Instagram. She explained how a “friend” had made a comment about how her content is uninspiring and “not creative”. Reading her post absolutely broke my heart. While we bloggers make it seem like we have an effortless life, the reality is that we are hustlers who are working none stop.
I want you all to understand one thing: behind every blogger is a human being. A person that has joys and fears just like anyone else. No one is obligating you to like my content or any other blogger’s content for that matter. If you do not like what someone is posting, move on. Don’t be a mean girl. Mean girls is a movie, ladies. The movie should not be a way of life you should be taking.
It turns out Lizzie was not the only person who had to deal with someone maliciously criticizing her work. That same day, I had an internet troll of my own criticizing my website. They said that my website design sucked and that they could not navigate through it. Much like Lizzie, I tried not let that person’s comment bother me. But I am not letting someone else’s opinion stop me from doing what I love.
Being a mean girl hinders women from excelling – not just in the work force. If you chose to be a mean girl, understand what will come with your behavior: loneliness, lack of trust and the inability to progress in your career. Mean girls finish last by not only destroying the lives of others but also destroying their own lives in the process.
So what happened to that internet troll? I blocked them from my page. I have decided to surround myself only with people who inspire me – both in my personal and online professional life. And Lizzie? She had an outpouring of love and support from her followers. My fellow bloggers and influencers, if you ever find yourself facing criticism that is malicious, do not stand for it. We all work far too hard to have to deal with negativity in our lives.
There is nothing more exciting than seeing someone else’s dream come true. Being a blogger has given me the opportunity to meet with some amazing girl bosses. Last week, I had the wonderful privilege to meet Caitlin from Stitch Boutique of Montclair and Madison NJ. If you are ever visiting Upper Montclair, you have to come visit Stitch Boutique. It is the more darling little store with a wide variety of brands.
Don’t get me wrong, I love to shop at department stores. But sometimes a girl needs to shop in a smaller, more intimate setting. Stitch Boutique was once an old bank. In fact, when you visit the store, you will find that the old vault has been completely redesigned. Along with lavish pieces from Cupcakes and Cashmere to Blank NYC, Stitch also features clutches, shoes and much more!
My dear friend Karen joined me for a shopping spree. We had an absolute blast picking out pieces to buy and of course, playing dress up! It was an absolute delight hearing about Caitlin’s story about her love of fashion as well as more about her store. Consider your small businesses in your town this spring. When you take the time to shop at one, you are fueling someone’s dream.
