5.17.2012

no pain no gain.

with project deadlines fast approaching, work has been super stressful this week. luckily, may has been good to me. i was able to get out and exercise a couple of times, my good friend moved back home, and it's my birthday month. not that that means anything, but the babysitter (aka mom) tends to be a bit more cooperative around this time.

yesterday after work, my friend took me out in his two-man canoe to paddle and catch some waves. it's so peaceful out in the ocean at that time. then we headed in and had cocktails on his deck, which has an amazing view of the beach, and finished off the night with some steaks on the grill. it was the perfect way to de-stress after the day i had at work. i'm paying for it today with sore arms and ribs, but like i always say...no pain, no gain.


(top, old navy; pants, pacsun; shoes, nine west)

44 comments:

Jan said...

You look very cute hun :)

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Frannie Pantz said...

These pants are faaaaaaaaantastic! When is your birthday lady??? And your evening sounds just magical!

El said...

Casual yet chic, love it!
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Brittany Sims said...

I love your arm candy! :) Following you on Instagram.

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SHOP STYLE CONQUER said...

cute outfit! i really love the shoes!!

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Sharon Lei said...

Becks, I'm totally lovin' the pants!! Comfy chic!

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YAKSON BEAUTY GLOBAL said...

pants are really unique! I will take a look at it for shopping!

Loves Happy Hour said...

love the pants, i have something similar, but it isn't as baggy so it tends to make my legs look big. i'm still trying to nail down the top to wear with it. i guess it's a process!!

sounds like you had a great afternoon! summer is here, great way to start!!

cheers!

audrinajulia said...

Love your activity and great to have some time with friends.Your pants is a beauty mix with a pop out color of your top. Perfect pairing.

Anonymous said...

your jewels are always cool!!

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Anonymous said...

Jealous...I need to do some stress=relief canoeing or something, sounds so peaceful! I love being on the water, isn't it just instantly freeing? Jealous of these pants too, they look so chic but totally comfy too :)

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JennaStevie said...

Oh man, that sounds like an amazing evening and I need to de stress like that too!! This week has been TOO much!
I adore these pants, you rock them like no one else could!!! Great shoes too :)
xJennaD

The Suburb Experiment said...

Those pants are amazing! Glad you got a night to decompress. :)

Jenn

Charlotte said...

awesome outfit! ♥

Susan said...

Love those pants! And true above...not everyone could pull them off.
Sounds like you've had a great month so far. I can't imagine what it's like to live where it's always warm. So much more to do.
Hope you have a great weekend lovely! xo

Ellie M said...

Gorgeous outfit :) sounds like an incredible evening x

TaraMixandMatch said...

Love your fun printed pants..and paired with pink, even better!

Allison said...

Love those pants!!

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Content Director - Strong Female Leaders said...

No wonder you are so fit.

Fashion Confessions of a Mommy said...

Ah, that is so nice that you are fitting in that much exercise. Good for you.
Sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon.
Love the pants with that bright pink top...
Daphne.

Sakuranko said...

Really cute blouse and accesories nice pictures

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Meri said...

I don't think I could pull those pants off but they look really cute on you!

Nicole said...

So casual and different - love it!

Claire said...

i love those pants! they look great with that pink tank and those awesome shoes!!! you always have just the right accessories too. glad you had fun canoe-ing. and i sorta love feeling sore the next day because it actually means i worked something :)

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Luna Tiger said...

I love these studded shoes, so rock !!
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Unknown said...

That outfit is so cool!! really love your pants!

Kisses, Lucy:)

Anonymous said...

Yeah, for birthdays and cooperative day care and evening paddles in the sun! It's a cute look.

Unknown said...

I love canoeing too and that cross bracelet is stunning!

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Shea Lennon said...

You are rocking those printed pants, I love how they look on you! It sounds like a great night--canoeing and grilling out! Hope you had a great weekend!

momto8 said...

sounds like good times for you... and you look great!!

Emma said...

Those pants and shoes are Fabulous!

Emma said...

btw, Happy Birthday!

yiqin; said...

you look great in pink <3

theversastyle said...

canoeing sounds like fun! i always love kayaking or rafting..

love the pink!!!

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Ivana said...

Sounds pretty amazing to me! Would love to try that one day. And you look so fab in your outfit, I just fell head over heels for your pants :)

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Gie Nam said...

Cool! I'm a May baby too! :) Love your bangles and your pants!

Imogen said...

Love the pink! Incredible shoes too.

Oreleona said...

i love this look!! i love ur pants and ur shoes are so cute!

Baby Budget Blog said...

Liking the knit with the printed pajama pants and the cuff on those shoes!

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Bre said...

Happy Birthday Month! Are you Taurus?
Sounds like you had a very relaxing night the other day.
Love the arm bling!

Chicago Chic said...

You look so chic in this outfit and I'm just in awe of your gorgeous hair always. I'm a sucker for pink and you look radiant in it. Happy birthday month, my friend! Mine is coming up in July, I'm pretty excited about it honestly :):)

xo
Rachel

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SpryOnTheWall said...

I'm so jealous of all you outdoor activities, I'm always so much more active at/around the ocean. I've been really struggling to get out and just exercise and I know it's because Im so much more dedicated and motivated when I have an exercise buddy and I don't have one here. Stinks!

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