Silver Jeans Suki

Silver Jeans Suki

https://www.silverjeans.com/Suki

Silver Jeans Co are my favorite brand of jeans, and if you have followed my blog or social media then you know that for over ten years these have been my go to jeans.  Around 98% of my denim and jeans are made by Silver Jeans Co.  Way prior to becoming an ambassador for the brand I was loving and rocking these styles.  Suki is one of my faves, I love the way they fit and hug the body.  The Suki Mid Skinny is a favorite because mid rise jeans are the perfect in between for the high waisted style or low cut look.  If you aren't a fan of low cut jeans and not really loving high waisted these are perfect.  Silver Jeans Co denim has just the right amount of stretch to avoid having muffin top, or unsightly bulges instead they hug the curves and smooth the body for the perfect silhouette. 

I love distressed jeans and Silver Jeans makes the best ripped and distressed jeans ever.  These particular jeans have reinforced holes with darker denim patches for a great contrast.  The embroidered details really help define the bodies curves and add that little something extra to the jeans so that they can be worn daily for casual or a little dressier occasions.  Throw on a nice blouse or camisole with heels or boots for a night look or a graphic tee with sneakers or sandals for a casual day look. 

Closer look at the details.  Silver Jeans Co never disappoints when it comes to quality, style, selection, and fit as well as little details like this embroidering or the studs on my Tuesday low cropped jeans in black.  Another of many reasons I love Silver Jeans Co.

Be sure to head over to their website and check out the new styles for 2017.  Peace love and light always xoxo

My outfit details, Bison/Buffalo Graphic tee was purchased a couple of years ago from Wooden.Arrow.Shop on Etsy and is made by Enthos.  Necklace is handmade by Fawning in Love on Etsy. Alex and Ani bracelets which you can click the links here on my blog to check out their latest styles and designs.  My strappy Free People inspired ankle boots are from Fall 2015 purchased at Shop Sophie May on IG they are made by Mi.iM and I have many styles of shoes by this brand they are really one of my faves with so many styles that are inspired by higher priced designer looks.  Any outfit or accessory questions always feel free to reach out via IG, a comment below on my blog or my email.  Happy Shopping 

Silver Jeans Co Style Setter

Social media outfit post wrap up for fall

FALL FASHION FINDS

Sorry I have been mia for a little while, between the Hurricane that we prepared for and then being laid up after a medical procedure I am finally getting caught up on some things.  I  have lots of amazing new styles for fall and brands I am excited to share with everyone.  The above faux suede pleated skirt was on sale for $43 on Nordstrom.com.  I paired it in this flat lay with some old boots I got last fall that were exact look a likes to a pair Free People had out last season.  These are still very much in style and on trend.  They are made by Mi.iM and you can find similar styles or the same in multiple colors on eBay for under $40.  I got these in Slate from Shop Sophie May on Instagram for $39 and also have the brown I found on eBay for $32.

My graphic tee is by @FridayImInLoveXo on Instagram out of Australia.  I have it in charcoal and cream, it is cute and easy to style with so many different looks, love how it matches perfectly with this skirt.

Silver Jeans Co Tuesday ankle jeans in distressed black, paired with a graphic tee from Scout and Cloth, and boots are from Alrisco, use code HALLOWEEN16 for 25% off and free shipping

Belt was an eBay find under $15, I got black and brown then had the options of thick or thin, I got both sizes.  You also have the choice of antique gold and silver buckle detail.  These match amazing with some new mules I just got from Alrisco.com.

Another new pair of Silver Jeans Co, these are the Elyse in light wash boot cut.  Pam & Gela destroyed striped sweater I found on clearance at Nordstrom Rack, Maurice's knee high faux suede grey boots I got last winter on clearance.

Check out the amazing new styles available at www.silverjeans.com.

My newest Rocksbox, go to www.Rocksbox.com and use code MELISSASBFF10 for a free month trial.

Wanderer Bracelets stack with my new Lotus flower tassel wrap.  You can order your own at www.wandererbracelets.com and use my code MELISSA20 for 20% off your purchase.  Each purchase is helping employ local Bali artisans and help fight against the ivory trade with the use of sustainable materials.  

Last up wanted to share these gorgeous new earrings I got, these are made by Ettika Jewelry and you can purchase your own pair at www.southmoonunder.com, these are the Ettika long chain earrings on their site and also known as the Lady in Charge earrings with Ettika.

Hope everyone has had an amazing start to their fall and looking forward to cooler weather, pumpkin patches, hayrides, fire pit and s'mores along with Halloween.  Peace, Love and light to always

Girlfriend Folk Town Vibes

Happy mid week to all, as I type this post it is officially Wednesday which means we have reached the half way point of the week. Happy to be half way to the weekend and having an amazing start to my week. Good vibes have been on point this week and just been feeling all around super happy. It's amazing when you ignore negativity how you can have such an amazing outlook all together. Never allow negativity especially brought on by people that don't know you or reasons that you can't control and that have no relevancy in your life. I'm such a laid back person and always try to remain positive but I sometimes allow things to get to me because I'm sensitive to things, I'm human and I don't know anyone who will find it okay for someone to be spreading lies and gossiping out them. Honestly after dealing with it for a while I have become numb in a sense to it but it really has taught me so many things. One how strong I am, two how happy I am and content in my life, that the insecurities I may have had in my younger years aren't there anymore. My confidence has really grown, now by no means am I cocky or full of myself, but I'm confident in knowing that I have done nothing wrong and that everything I do is with good intentions. That I'm always true to myself and those around me. 

Being a blogger is something I have been doing for a long time now, it is something I truly enjoy. I don't consider myself to be some high profile blogger but I love blogging. I never wanted to be someone that would be in the spot light and I don't ever blog to compete with anyone I blog for fun, to inspire others, share my creativity, passions and dreams as well as to share my love for fashion, beauty, and decor with others. I enjoy sharing my finds, favorite fashion and styles, products I love, deals and bargains I find, my love for travel, nature and passion for photography with others. This blog isn't just about fashion, I love to share new things I find, help promote brands I love and stand behind, share my stories of struggles and triumphs, dreams and goals, love, family, health, achievements and a little of everything. 

I have had people ask me what type of blog do you have, I never like to say I'm a fashion blogger but since I have been working with or in fashion the last couple of years and fashion is a huge part of my everyday life yes I am a fashion blogger but I have to say I like to refer to my blog as being an eclectic mix of home decor, fashion, accessories, recipes, health and beauty reviews, tips and products, hair, makeup, fitness, health and of course travel. More of a life and style blog, I hope everyone enjoys my posts and once you visit my blog you leave with a better understanding of me, what I enjoy, new inspiration for style and fashion, new stores and products you maybe never have seen or wondered where you could find certain things or products, and also get some information on things like my Botox injections that changed my life and struggles with horrible migraines, health and fitness tips for the ladies in pre menopause, approaching 40 and struggling with the changes to your body that we have no control over, or those who are fighting an illness like my own. I enjoy sharing whatever I can and do my best especially right now when my life is just chaotic to always post something daily. I have so much always going on with my kids schedules and my own schedule and with a hubby who is working all the time. No matter what I hope everyone who visits my blog and follows me on social media knows that I will always support and empower everyone no matter if you're a brand, designer or shop that needs help promoting your product or site, or someone dealing with cyber bullying or stalking, moms who need another mom to talk to, or even a friend when you need help or someone to vent to. I'm always here. 

I have a strong values,  kindness is key, you treat others how you want to be treated, never judge anyone, always wish the best and send good vibes even to people who set out to harm you because they must be in a bad place in their lives to be putting so much energy from their own lives into trying to harm people,  those are the people who need the most Kindness and help. I believe that everyone deserves Kindness no matter what period. 

Enjoy my outfit of the day from Tuesday. I hope everyone has had an amazing week and that you end your week on a fabulous note. Here's to an amazing hump day to all, and an even better end of the week. Xoxo 

Folk town graphic tee by Spell designs, jeans are girlfriend jeans by Silver Jeans Co, and floral kimono was purchased from Fashion Junkee. 

My gorgeous rose quartz hand made earrings, crescent tusk necklace with bling, African turquoise and black agate beaded bracelets are all handmade creations by Whiskey + Bone on Etsy. I love all of her handmade, unique designs.  You can use the code WANDERLUSTBABE for 10% off your purchase from her Etsy shop. These earrings are so beautiful and love the shape. 

I'm also wearing a few new Alex and Ani fall bracelets mixed in with some older styles all in gold finish. The Aztec wrap has silver and gold beads, then the Calavera skull charm is also part of the new fall collection. My feather bracelet and God speed bracelets are from passed collections but both are still available on their site I believe. For sure the God speed one is and you can even get a ring or necklace to match. Loving their entire new spring collection. 

Have been having a lot of fun with my hair. I have been purple many times from underneath, to low and high lights mixed in, ombré, ends or tips and then the entire head. This mix of violet, purple, indigo and silver is a favorite. Olaplex has been my go to life saver for protecting and restoring my hair after stripping then coloring. I use Pravana dye and to keep my color vibrant I was as little as I can and use a few drops of purple Pravana dye from Amazon in my conditioning cleanser, I don't use shampoo ever unless it's a clarifying shampoo or for dry scalp, and I have a hair mask that also has a drop of purple dye to leave a deposit even when conditioning or rinsing. I use my flat iron on a lower setting because heat will cause immediate fading of color. My hair was white prior to coloring and when I say white it was Snow White, I was silver prior to being purple and you have to remove all color for silver to take so my hair had been lifted multiple times to remove my red, which caused a lot of damage and loss of 13" inches of my hair, then I did purple with silver, silver and then the rainbow metallic before finally getting it white enough for the all over silver to take. I used Pravana silver with white conditioner to maintain the silver hair over the summer then let my hair have a rest the last month of summer before finally going purple on the roots with mixed high and low lights of violet, vivid purple and indigo, the silver hair is my white blonde hair that grabbed some off the purple dye and changed on its own to silver. Excited cause these colors are always so fun and change every wash and as it fades or bleeds. 

A little peek at some of my finds the passed couple of weeks that are slowly starting to trickle in through the mail. 

Yesterday I celebrated my 18 year wedding anniversary with my amazing husband and best friend for 22 years. We spent the day together and took our girls out to celebrate dinner with us. Marriage is always work no one has the perfect relationship it doesn't exist but I think I got pretty close to it with my amazing man and father to my girls. He surprises me all the time and is my biggest supporter. Family is so important and I'm blessed to have an amazing husband, and two healthy, happy, smart and loving daughters that I couldn't be prouder of. Every day they amaze me and I just am so thankful for them. Being a mom is the best gift I have experienced in life with being a wife a very close second. I wish that same love and happiness to all. 

Thank you again for stopping by and can't wait to share some vintage spell items, new oracle spell pieces, graphic tees and tanks I was sent from some amazing online shops, fall jewelry and accessories along with some fun new makeup. Working hard to post daily and tomorrow going to do a post to share the brands I'm currently working with along with all their links, promo codes and I will share my favorite products by each brand for you to be able to have everything in one post, be sure to check my tab with brand ambassador and rep information, affiliate tab and of course in my side bar I have links to all my favorite shops and any shops I have promo codes for can be found there also next to the link. Thank you to everyone who has been supporting me with my Sand Cloud towels (WANDERLUST25 for 25% off), Wanderer bracelets (MELISSA20 for 20% off), Sashka company glass beaded bracelets ( WANDERLUST25 for 25% off) and more details on other shops tomorrow. Good night, peace love and light always xoxo 

Where to shop:

Happy early birthday mail

Good evening y'all and thought I would take a moment while I was watching some of the summer Olympics to post quickly some amazing mail I got today. My birthday is the end of this month, August 27 and it's my last birthday being in my thirties. Hard to believe next year I will be turning 40 I remember what feels like not long ago, in my twenties talking about turning 40 and it sounded so far off. It also sounded so old to me then but with the big 4-0 around the corner I can honestly say I don't feel old at all. I still feel the same as I did when I turned 25 and 30. I remember the milestone birthdays like 16, 18 and 21 well, I was still in my crazy party years and had tons of friends. Up until a few years ago I would celebrate the entire month of my birthday. Planning girl's nights with all of my friends and then the weekend of my birthday always having a huge party in the VIP section of a club or bar either where I worked, friends worked or someone I knew owned or worked. Sadly most of my closest friends have moved out of state over the passed five years. Then when I became sick before I was diagnosed in 2014 I stopped going out and pretty much drinking, slowly the calls stopped coming from the few friends I had left here. I guess people don't like you as much when you aren't the life of the party anymore. 

Pam & Gela Warehouse Sale Link

Today I was so excited looking forward to my Pam & Gela package, they are having a huge warehouse sale on their website and I was sent a link to shop early. I was so excited but didn't have much cash since I had just paid for my kids back to school uniforms, supplies and then both of them are cheering so had all those expenses. I had called my hubby and told him about the sale, I was over the moon when he came home and gave me a gift card for $200 for me to use. Can you believe I didn't even spent the entire $200 lol. I made my first order and only spent around $160. That's great considering before summer I got two new Pam & Gela graphic tanks from their summer line and spent 260 for two tops. I got myself a romper or jumper, a lace up black dress, lace up sweats, and two groan of tees in my first order. Then to my surprise my mom came home the next day and had a gift card so I could order more if I wanted to. I still had a small amount (close to $40) on my card my hubby gave me and with my mom's card I could have ordered a bunch more but instead decided to purchase only two more tips and use the rest for my daughter to get her backpack for school. 

All these items were purchased from the warehouse sale and under $170. Amazing isn't it, I love to save money and get a great deal makes me happy almost like I won something.  Considering the sweat pants alone retailed for that before the sale. That's one thing I can say about Pam & Gela is that they have some sick sales. I always wait for their sales and rarely buy anything retail, this summer I broke down cause I wanted to have some current styles when they were newly released and I had been working so hard I felt I deserved it. 

I also got a package today from Chaser Brand another one of my favorite graphic top lines. I have a few designer brands that I love and then I of course have a bunch of smaller owned and run shops that I love to buy from, support as well. 

I love this tee, it's by Chaser Brand and says Be kind to or I'll kill you, paired it here in a flat lay with my favorite Silver a jeans cropped jeans. I will have a post this week featuring the newest style by Silver Jeans, I can't wait to try them they say they reduce muffin top, something u don't really get cause I always make sure my jeans fit good and correctly so I don't have it but sometimes lower cut or mid cut jeans you can't avoid it. Being a jeans and tee kind of girl, cause it's a style that will never fade, I am always excited when my favorite Jean brand releases new styles. 

The fur Hyde I use to take some of my flat-lays I have had several people ask my about, it came from Target. I got it after the holidays two years ago on sale. It's just a small fur piece I use on my ottoman in my living room to match some accent pillows and add texture to my living room. When I decorate I love texture and patterns to make the room feel cozy.  I always try to find items around my house to use since I'm usually stepped for time when preparing photos and posts. I tend to post on a whim like tonight lol. 

Make sure to head over and check out the warehouse sale at www.pamandgela.com if you love their brand and the graphic tees I'm always posting you will be crazy over this amazing sale. Also check out www.chaserbrand.com for some more amazing graphic tops. I'm off to bed, have a great night and happy Hump day. Peace, love and light always xoxo 

Silver Saturday Shorts

All of you who follow me on social media and my blog know I have been an ambassador for my fave brand, Silver Jeans Co for over a year now. I have been wearing Silver jeans for two decades and was honored when I was approached about becoming an ambassador. This is one of those brands that you have been a loyal wearer and supporter of for half your life so of course you are proud to be able to help promote their brand. 

www.silverjeans.com

I love so many things about their jeans, not just the texture and styles of their denim, but the cut, fit, look, feel and they have so many options. My first favorite style was the Tuesday low cut boot style jeans. I loved the distressing and style of the jeans. I still own three pairs that are over 10 years old. They are still one of my favorite pairs. Of course since then I have found many other styles and fits that love. For summer I have been only wearing my Silver Jeans shorts pretty much. I have the boyfriend shorts, and they are amazing. 

They of course are distressed because I love torn or ripped jeans, and the length is perfect. 

You can even fold them up more if you like shorter length shorts but I personally like to wear 3-5" length inseam shorts. I'm not really into the daisy Dukes anymore, but I'm almost 40. In my 20's I was rocking the 2-3" inseam or totally cut off style. I love that Silver Jeans Co offers a frayed bottom cut off short that is on the longer side. I have posted them in my prior posts this summer. 

Of course another great reason to love Silver Jeans is the fit and I must say that the stitching along with pocket size and placement really does compliment all body types or shapes. I feel like their pockets accentuate your back side and really make your rear look amazing. No mom tush here. 

I own a few pairs of this style and then two colors or denim tones, I have the medium to darker wash and then the light wash. 

They look amazing with all my graphic tee and tanks for summer. I get compliments all the time and trust me it has become a mission finding a great fitting pair of jean shorts with shorter lengths being the trend and low cut styles being popular. I personally like a mid fit and love the boyfriend style because they have a looser fit through your hips and thighs. 

Silver Jeans Co light washed boyfriend jeans. 

Always the best details and stitching on all their pieces. 

I love the attention to detail from the labels, stitching, pockets, distressing, here you can see the fabric patch under the hole with a light blue and white floral pattern.

These can also be folded up more for a shorter length and fit just like my darker version. 

Head on over to www.silverjeans.com and take a look at all the amazing styles, washes, and other fashion pieces, you will soon be addicted to this amazing brand like me. Trust me I'm going to be 40 next year and have been rocking this brand for over half my life, I did not start wearing them cause of my ambassador deal with the brand, I was a long time Silver Jeans wearer before I even knew of or heard of ambassador programs. 

I will give you my own personal word that whether you are short, mid height, tall, thin, pear shaped, plus size or whatever size you will find an amazing pair of jeans or shorts that will become your go to jeans, before long you will see why I have a pair of jeans that I have owned for over ten years. The quality is superb, the styles are timeless and will always be on trend, and they are always on point with the latest looks or styles so you won't have to worry if one of your favorite pairs does temporarily go out of style they will have something just as great available with the same quality and fit you love. 

Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend.

Happy shopping and can't wait to share some new fall styles and if you scroll back you will see more selections of Silver Jeans from shorts, boyfriends, skinny jeans, flares, boot cuts, whatever your style whatever your taste they have it all. Peace love and light to all. Xoxo 

4th of July Outfit Inspiration

A little collage of some of my faves for summer 2016 and the upcoming July 4th weekend. Are you looking for some cute red white and blue or American pride tops or outfit ideas? I have some cute pieces I have gotten over the years as well as some new graphic tanks for this summer. 

This ensemble is by Tara Lynn's Boutique. This mid length full skirt is a red tapestry design and looks great paired with the flag tank. Be sure to use my code WANDERLUST for 15% off your order at www.Taralynnsboutique.com. Lots of cute styles and designs for every season... 

Bikini is reversible on the top, grabbed this when Target had their suits on sale buy one get one half off, I believe they have this promotion going on again. The kimono is a tie dye blue wrap or kimono I got off eBay for under $10. The headband is by ItsyBitsybands and the flip flops came from Payless by American Eagle. 

Tank by Old Navy, shorts Silver Jeans, kimono Cracker Barrel but have seen some this season at Target that are cute. Headband again Itsy Bitsy Bands. 

Shorts are Vigoss USA, tank by The Light Blonde and also have a tee shirt in same print just a little lighter shade of red. Necklace can be worn around neck or wrist and is from Old Navy. 

Being a lover of amazing graphic tops I of course have several style tops, but keep in mind it's a weekend long event this year. I know I will be rocking my red, white and blue, with Stars and Stripes from Friday to Monday. 

Tank from Tara Lynn's boutique use code Wanderlust for 15% off your order, shorts are Silver Jeans Co boyfriend dark wash, kimono is from Cracker Barrel country store. Bracelets are all Wanderer Bracelets. 

Wanderer Bracelets use code Melissa10 for 10% off and every order helps support local Bali artisans. 

Hope you enjoyed my favorites. Have some photos of outfits on and a few other favorites for decor, entertaining and fun toys for the beach and pool depending on if you have a backyard BBQ or hit the beach. 🇺🇸 Hope everyone is able to find something perfect to show their American pride and their own unique style as well. Happy Independence Day to all. 

Where to shop: 

www.thelightblonde.com

www.oldnavy.com

My favorite jeans

Silver Jeans Co.

For a while now I have been working on sharing my favorite brand jeans with everyone. I share them weekly sometimes daily with my ootd posts on social media. Wanted to really dedicate a new post on my blog to my favorite brand jeans. 

Silver Jeans Website

I wore their Tuesday boot cut jeans in distressed look for years. I had several sizes and every color or look they came out with. Over the years I have always bought Silver jeans before most brands not just because I love the way they fit but because they last forever. I still own and wear my old Tuesday jeans and they are over ten years old or right around that. 

They make everything from skinny, flare, boot cut, boyfriend, cropped/Capri style and shirts of course. I even have a couple skirts that are amazing. Every pair fit amazing and are made of the most amazing quality denim. 

Silver jeans Flare style.

Silver jeans Capri/cropped jeans.

You all know how I love my ripped and distressed jeans, the more distressed and torn the better for me, I love how the secure the ripped areas so they don't eventually become one large hole over time. 

These capris have the patch under the hole which I also really love. 

These are just a few recent shots of my Silver jeans with a couple shots of some of my favorite styles. If I am not wearing the Tuesday, Aiko or Suki style then I am for sure in a pair of boyfriend jeans. No matter which style I am wearing they fit amazing and look great. I am going to add some shopping links below once I charge my laptop. Also you can find a link to the Silver Jeans website in my favorite shops in the side bar. Right now be sure to check out their newest jean short styles for summer. I am psyched to get my new boyfriend shorts to wear and review for all of you. Have a wonderful weekend xoxo 

Where to shop:

i recommend buying them direct from Silver Jeans link is above and in my favorite shops are you can click here to go direct to their site.  www.silverjeans.com

You can also find many styles at www.Maurices.com