8.25.2011

roundish fetish.

due to year-round warm weather,
sunglasses are an integral part of my wardrobe.
while i used to splurge on pairs from gucci, fendi, and valentino, i was also famous for losing them. i'd leave them at the beach, on the airplane, and in dressing rooms. the minis also love to break play with them...folding and bending them in ways they are not supposed to be folded and bended. while i still occassionally splurge on a pair, i have learned that ones from the $20 kiosk, target, and surf stores are just as good. plus, i can indulge in several pairs at a time.

in the past, i avoided round sunglasses like the plague...
(i know, a totally cliche cliche...but i've lost all creativity today.)
...for fear of looking john lennon-ish.
(although, he rocked them.)
recently, though, i was determined to find a pair that suited me.
these mossimo ones from target are the perfect shape. the lenses are round, but the frame is slightly squarish...
if that makes any sense.

next style i'm hoping to acquire is the classic wayfarers. 

(marla shirt, available at oomph; gucci bag (similar);
sunglasses, mossimo (similar) (similar))

blogaversary giveaway coming soon!

66 comments:

lawyerdoll said...

OOH! Love the Gucci fanny pack! I've been wanting one becaue they're so handy. The only way one can get away with one of those is if it's designer... or you're carrying your pistol in it!

Julie Khuu | Haute Khuuture said...

I totally feel ya honey...I'm always losing the expensive stuff and keep the cheapies forever! It's a curse! hahaha...Lesson learned...no more brand name??!!...I don't think I have the will power..

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Unknown said...

I love those sunnies from target and all of your accessories, especially that amazing ring!

Bekah McDuffie said...

I love the look! They suit you so well! And the shoes with this outfit MAKES me smile!! FAB!

LOVE MELISSA:) said...

You look fabulous! Txs for following. Now following back

JennaStevie said...

Those are some amazing sunglasses they look great on you!! I love this casial look, the button up is such a great piece and so are your shoes!
xJennaD

Bravoe Runway said...

How did you lose your designer shades??? I upgraded to see if I could keep my shades in good condition :) Anyways, I think you look fantastic in round shades and sometimes the things we are most convinced that won't work on us actually do..I never thought I'd find myself wearing yellow and orange...oh do I wear those colours now!

Melsusu said...

I think my mother would steal that Gucci fanny pack from you if she could. You look so chic. All the girls on blogger seem to always have the best outfits and OOTD posts. </3 Why can't I pull it off?

Julie said...

Love the shades!!!

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Chyrel Gomez said...

i love the dry humor in this blog post the same way that i love your round sunnies. haha! i also adore the fact that you are wearing sneakers. and yeah, the dip-dyed shorts weren't my size and my ass shows when i bend over but what the hell. it's summer all year in my place but it's been raining bullets lately. have a happy friday. <3

Maria said...

Hi! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving such a sweet comment! Following you now and so happy I found your blog! You've got awesome style!! Love big jewelry! You wear it all well! Browsing through your posts...Can't wait to read more!
Happy weekend :)
Maria

Elisse said...

Yes! i totally get it when you say they're round but square-ish at the same time! They look great on you :)

Have you ever owned a pair of cream/nude-colored sunglasses? That is what I'm on the hunt for!

Unknown said...

check you out in your mossimo sunnies! you look awesome girl. great styling :)

xoxo

Jackie said...

You rock these shades well mama! I fricken love Target's shades.. I just bought a pair about a month ago. I love how you can find expensive looking shades at places for way cheaper.

Have a good weekend!

xx,
Jackie

Marie said...

Wow, like you're outfit! You look great!
x

Anonymous said...

I love your Gucci, like this look a lot, great job!
xoxo Sarah

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Unknown said...

Loving your accessories. Chunky ring, funky bracelets. And GORGEOUS sunnies. xx

Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

If you have to have the designer glasses, resale/consignment shops are a great place to find them!! You look great in these!!

Style Journey said...

Great sunglasses! It is so hard to find a good pair, but you are rockin them. Love the Gucci bag too. It's like a really hip fanny pack! I would totally rock something like this :)

Heather

Jewel Delgado said...

Love your sunnies! :) great outfit. So surprised to see you wearing chucks. :) for the win!

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Cel said...

I really need new sunglasses. I've managed to consecutively buy the same pair twice, when I scratched up the first ones, but now this pair is broken AND scratched up... and I am still wearing them somehow. I just can't find any that I like on my face, I am way too picky... These look awesome on you, but any sunglasses you wear look great, I wish it were the same for me.

Sia said...

Love this look, I want that bag. XOXO

Tiffany said...

How is that you manage to make a fanny pack look cool??? Maybe because it's Gucci... Or maybe because you're just that cool. lol I don't know, but you look great!!

I'm the same way with sunglasses! I've owned a few really nice pair here and there and I ALWAYS lose them somewhere. Now it's Target shades for me. =)

Call me M said...

These sunglasses look great on you! I think that the wayfarers will look good as well. I'm thinking of buying them too. I recently tried them on and I couldn't believe they look so good on me.

Teresa said...

you really rocked those!!! i'm craving a new pair of sunglasses<3 my face is really small and i have a small nose too.. which style do you suggest? i have a pair of Electric that are TOO big for me, but i love to feel protected and to cover my eyes really well when i have puffy eyes :/

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welldressedmaker said...

I OH so love sunnies. I used to be obsessed with them-- I'd buy so many pairs and then break a ton of them. GAH! and it's not like I try to break them!

then, one fateful day, I found out that I HAD to wear glasses. :( so now, I have to find the perfect pair of prescription sunnies. It sucks because I now HAVE to shell out tons of moneys just for a pair :(

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Unknown said...

I totally gave up with expensive sunglasses too! Forever 21, Charlotte Russe & Target are now my best friends!!!

xo Jackie
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Deppa said...

Pretty style and confy outfit.
You look fantastic there.

Have a nice weekend.
See you :)

Fashion Confessions of a Mommy said...

I used to do the same. Would only wear brand name and designer sunglasses. I actually did not loose them but it limits your purchases when you shell out couple hundered a pair. Now I enjoy buying funky shapes and designs and not worrying about them is the best. Especially in the pool or the beach.
I love this black white and brown combo. The converses just make it sooo cool.
D.
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Petush said...

Thanks for the nice comment on my blog! ♥ I really like your blog too :)

Marella said...

Loooove the sunglasses, I really like them!

Bre said...

Gucci or not you look good. You can totally pull off the round shape with sun glasses. Your outfit rocks too.
Cheers,
Bre

Kelly L said...

Very nice!
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Aquí said...

I love the fanny pack! Only a gucci one would look so cute! Love your classic black chucks too! You know I'm a huge fan!

Unknown said...

A perfect fit!
I got a traditional pair by Foster Grant at a drug store(Walgreen's) for 10 bucks and are good quality!
( i have tons in all price ranges, but usually go to my cheapo's every time! )
great fanny pack!
xXx
Reva

courtzmelv said...

Cheap sunglasses for the win, these are gorgeous!xx

Unknown said...

I Love the glasses!! But the silver cuff is stellar!!! Where did you get it?

Julie (Little Pink Rain Boots) said...

I really like the round sunglasses. Wayfarers are fantastic, I truly believe they look good on everyone.

theversastyle said...

totally with you on the sunnies.. i kinda move in and out of trends so fast sometimes its not worth spending a ton of money on sunnies.. and yes i love buying a couple cuz variety is always awesome. love these on you!

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annette
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Alessandra Mazzini said...

ow! great style!!!

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Erin said...

Thanks for the recommendations! :-)

Anonymous said...

So cool, i've never lost or broken a cheap pair of glasses, i'm holding onto my latest Miu Miu & taking care of them, in their special velvet case. Love Posie

Meri said...

Love your shades! I get a ton of pairs from F21 :)

audrinajulia said...

I'm eyeing for shades but can't go thru cause my eyes have a grade so I'm wearing eyeglasses most of the time.Like you it was torn by my little kid so need a replacement asap:( Nice Gucci belt bag.:)

Tereza {Drastic Plastic} said...

I love your accessories, that ring rocks.

lindy said...

oomph, darling! You are the only person I know who can pull off a fanny pack with such panache! You look like a super model while I'd look like my grandma. What the??
My sunglasses share the same disastrous end as yours and so I always buy the cheaper variety. At hundreds of dollars a pair it doesn't take long to learn that lesson does it? Just purchased a fab pair on sale at Old Navy for $6. Love 'em and am digging yours, too. xoxo

Sisters and Sisters said...

love the white and black combination look, looks good on you!

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Hautepot said...

These round glasses look great! I love that it's predominantly round but tweaks on the side so it also has a bit of a cat-eye feel. I'm a cheap-o when it comes to sunglasses. I want to try on different styles so I'm not allowed to splurge on them

Bonnie said...

These glasses really fit your face well! I am one of those people who have to buy the super expensive shades, but I am lucky enough to have never lost a pair. (Knock on wood.) Mr. A, on the other hand, should never, ever own a pair of designer sunglasses. NEVER.

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Oreleona said...

u look fab! rocking those sunglasses

Anonymous said...

I think that shape is very flattering to you. I get the roundish squarish observation. Hey, by the way, you were totally fight. i should've done a before/after with my skirt in my last post. I was going, "WAAAH," in my shop after I realized the magic moment was past. Next though, boy...talk soon.

Natalie Leung said...

ooooo cute look! love your sunglasses :)

natalie
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Angela said...

New follower on GFC via the weekend hop--love the outfit!

Josine Luxanette said...

Nice sunglasses doll!*
Love the Gucci bag!*

xXx

Anonymous said...

I like your shirt and your lipstick

Kisses dear!
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FashionJazz said...

You look amazing!! Loove ur glasses : ) Happy Monday xx

mtg said...

Those glasses look very nice on you! and love the Gucci bag. So stylish. Hands-free bag (politically correct for fanny-pack, lol) is the way to go, isn't it?!
xx
maya

Anonymous said...

casually chic as always!

Lots of love from Sydney,

x Kel

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Balancing Lisa said...

very chic. love this look paired with the shoes and the waist bag! Can't wait for the giveaway! ;)

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StyleIDnet said...

I am in love with your outfit .... just great! I have a life long fascination for converse so I absolutely adoring the whole outfit.
You look very casual in a Chic, nice way.

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Bronzed Humanity said...

Love the sunnies! Good find they look great on you!
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james said...

your accessories are killer! you look hot as always ;) rawr!

caramellitsa said...

you look AMAZING!!!
i love love love your look!!!

especially the 1st photo is gorgeous!!!

kisses <3

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Baby Budget Blog said...

I am seriously lacking in sunspecs! I will def. rectify that soon! Loving yours and loving the Chuck's with this outfit!

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Movimento Moda said...

I usually don't like fanny packs, but this one rocks.

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Jenny said...

Oh wow, this is such a great outfit - totally casual and chic at the same time!

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