Bells & Cattle Skulls

Bells & Cattle Skulls

Boho Chic Outift of the day perfect for Fall 2016

Leggings Kohls.com

Mighty Fine Cattle Skull and feather pullover light weight sweatshirt from Kohl's

Cattle skull sweatshirt & Aztec bell bottoms  from Kohl's on sale for 37 for both. Shoes are Free People strappy style booties that are an exact look alike from Sophie May's. Under $40 and super comfy. I now have brown and grey. 

Bracelets are all gold Alex and Ani mixed some new fall styles with some older pieces in my collection. Use my link in my favorite shops. Happy Friday and weekend to all. Peace love and light always xoxo 

Where to shop:

Gypsy Yummy Colorful Style

Gypsy Colorful Soul

My outfit of the day by Spell & the Gyspy and Pam & Gela 

Happy Wednesday, mid week and feeling so happy today. Not sure if it's just my mood since the week is flying by or if it's my beautiful outfit of the day today. Clothes make me feel so good and it's one of the many reasons I love fashion so much. An outfit can really make you feel so good, confident and ready to take on the day. It's amazing what the right clothes can do for a woman. I love helping other women find their style or look, so many women struggle with being able to express their inner creative and bring out their true vibes through their clothing. A lot of women buy whatever the latest trends are and wear whatever they see everyone else wearing but for me I like finding clothing that really expresses my inner gypsy soul, eclectic creative side and pieces that make me feel confident about myself. You don't have to be a size 1 or have an unlimited budget to dress to impress, and you should never dress to impress others you should always dress to impress you. Whatever makes you feel beautiful and confident should be what you are wearing who cares what anyone else  thinks, we are all unique and have our own style sense or opinions on how things look. I work with people who wear all high end designer fashions and they don't look confident or happy, they look uncomfortable or stuffy. Dress for you and only you. Wear what you love and don't be afraid to mix basics or graphic tees that you would normally pair with jeans, but mix them with pencil skirts, maxi skirts and maybe a blazer for a work look, or a kimono for a more bohemian feel.

Today I had to wear my new Pandora skirt and chambray top by Spell & the Gypsy. It is such a gorgeous pattern and the colors are yummy. 

I paired my skirt and chambray button down top with another designer I love, Pam & Gela. I love their clothes, especially their graphics tees. They have some amazing designs and love the little added extra bling, or embellishments they throw on the tees and tanks to make the graphic print really stand out. This ice cream cone tank had just the right colors to mix with my skirt without being to matchy.

Next up is accessorizing, for me accessories are like the icing on the cake. You make this yummy perfectly layered cake then you need to finish it off with some icing and sprinkles, I like to add lots of bling or layers of jewelry. My tassel necklace and one of my bracelets, the coconut shell and rose quartz one, are by 31ements. This amazing artisan has a shop on Etsy and has some great styles that can be mixed and matched with lots of styles.

My arm candy today is a little mix of some of my faves, from left to right, rose quartz and coconut shell bracelet by 31ements, white beaded with turquoise color stone charm by Lacey Ryan, beautiful blue and white beaded Buddha bracelet by Gypsy Haven Jewels, and then an ivory and pink tassel bracelet by Fawning in Love also on Etsy. All these shops links will be here in this post and also can be found in my favorite shops on the side bar of my blog.

Love my Pandora skirt by Spell & the gypsy. Spell Designs has some of my favorite pieces and each collection just blows me away with all the amazing patterns, graphics and designs. They have some of the most amazing fabrics and textures. This skirt has a button front with slit down the front from around the knee. It has extra fabric gathered on the sides to give that romantic bohemian look, and the chambray top has a matching floral print.

The chambray top has pearl snap buttons, and love the frayed unfinished ends of the top. Perfect for layering or for fall/winter when you need some extra warmth.

Hope you enjoyed my outfit of the day for Wednesday. I will add some links for whet to buy, just so you know this skirt and top I found pre loved, it was sold out online but it may still be available on the Spell Designs Australian site or I will check some other stores that carry the Spell collections. I know I have seen the dress on Revolve or Free People site not long ago. The Pam & Gela tee is on sale now in their huge warehouse clearance sale. Grab one quick because the sale has been going on for some time and this will sell out soon. 

Here's to a great start to the week and to the weekend which is almost here. Peace love and light to everyone. Thank you for your support, kind comments and love. Be sure to follow me on Instagram @Cr8tivewanderlust and on Twitter @Gypseawanderer. Xoxo 

Where to Shop:

31ements on Etsy

Fawning in Love on Etsy

Gypsy Haven Jewel on Etsy

Pam & Gela Ice-cream cone Tank Sale $32 retailed for $134

LaceyRyan.com

Shop Style Collective where to Shop:  Similar pieces that you can mix n match for gypsy/bohochic looks

Tuesday Boho Chic by Spell and the Gypsies

Spell & the Gypsy Collective

Spell Designs US Site

Love when the week starts on Tuesday and we are just a day closer to Friday. Last night was amazing watching FSU win their game against Ole Miss to start off the season. Hoping this is a sign of what's to come for the remainder of the season. 

I decided to start off this rainy gloomy Tuesday feeling confident and beautiful in my Spell and the Gypsy or also known as Spell designs, Folk town mid length dress. This floral print light weight dress is so comfy, made of a light weight gorgeous floral material with tassel neck closures, and 3/4" sleeves is perfect for a day like today. I felt bright and colorful along with feeling very confident ready to take on anything that was thrown my way. 

I paired this dress with a white sports bra since it is lower cut, a cream with turquoise embellished accents, and my new Deer Head Statement necklace I won from a local Artisan Gina Black Art you can find her shop on Etsy, and also you can follow her on IG @Ginablack_art. She has some gorgeous handmade pieces, I first saw her work at a local artisan show in down town Ft. Lauderdale where I met my hubby 22 years ago, she had these amazing butterfly wing pendants that caught my daughter's eye and then we were drawn in by her decor and creations. 

My purple hair turned out exactly like I wanted, with purple vivid roots, then high and lowlights of violet and indigo Pravana that left my blonde pieces silver once the purple touched what was left. Love my multi dimensional purple and silver hair. Color is Pravana, my stylist uses Olaplex when lifting my roots, and in the dye as well as I use step 3 at home for the first two to three shampoos. I try not to wash it right away, this helps prevent fading or bleeding, I also use cold water only to rinse and sulfate free products only. I do not use shampoo I use Matrix conditioning rinse which is similar to Wen and it cleans while conditioning all in one. This prevents stripping color or the hairs natural oils. I use dry shampoo between washing and I have mixed my own conditioner using several masks and deep conditioners I like then mixing a drop or two of Pravana violet to the conditioner, this helps deposit color every washing so what ever may be stripped out when washing can be added back a little. Usually the Pravana colors last a long time but be prepared if you are considering this for dark towels, bedding and clothing for the first few weeks to a month because the color will and does rub off. 

Closer look at the beautiful statement necklace I won by they talented Gina Black Art from South Florida. This gorgeous bronze antiqued gold deer head is an awesome statement piece, especially if you love antlers, cattle skulls and deer heads as much as me. I think this piece looks beautiful with this vintage bohemian vibe floral dress. 

My Spell dress is mid length but here I have a belt on so I have it untucked for a skirt and blouse look, you can wear it without the belt or even with the belt but not billowed out like a tucked in blouse. 

Since I typed up this post my mail arrived late today and got this gorgeous Spell box and that turquoise cattle skull necklace. All eBay and Poshmark scores. 

Addicted to the Spell and the Gypsy Collective line, since they launched he US site I have purchased more items then ever then been really seeking out a few styles I loved that I missed out on. Can't wait for my Jagger skirt to arrive and obsessed with the Pandora skirt and chambray matching floral print button down top with frayed edge. It is gorgeous and have a white Spell cami with lace and tie bottom I ordered along with some other Free People and Urban Outfitter Boho chic tops to wear with this skirt when I don't wear the chambray shirt. Excited to share all my items as they arrive. 

Here's to the start of an amazing week and tomorrow already being hump day, so ready for the weekend already lol. Long weekends do that to you, plus I was home Friday for my youngest daughter's birthday so it was hard to wake up early this am. 

Peace, love and light always xoxo 

where to shop:

www.spelldesigns.com

www.Etsy.GinaBlackArt.com

Kylie Cosmetics Shadow and Lip Kits

Kylie Cosmetics

KyShadow Bronze Palette & Kylie Cosmetics Lip Gloss/Kits

www.KylieCosmetics.com

Hey everyone, hope y'all had an amazing Labor Day weekend. I know I have had a great couple of weeks here between my birthday, my little ones birthday, Labor Day weekend, the start of college football and my 18 year anniversary is almost here. Tonight I have some Kylie Cosmetics to share with you. I have never been a big makeup girl but my oldest daughter loves her makeup. She is super talented and last year for her 16 birthday I had my friend that is an amazing makeup artist come to my house to teach her some tips, and tricks of the trade. I took her shopping that weekend and got her some top of the line makeup and brushes, she has always loved makeup but after her lesson she started to really have a new found appreciation for quality. I also began to have an appreciation for the art of makeup. 

Back in February I scored her the first Kylie cosmetics lip kit. These kits were selling out in a matter of minutes and I scored 3. I went in a got the first kit and check out then went back to try to get the other two colors and was shocked it went through. Was happy I did it that way even though I had to pay double shipping because the first color sold out in a minute. 

Candy K by Kylie Cosmetics Matte Lip Kit with Liquid Matte Lipstick and Liner

These lip kits are amazing. The Matte's are amazing, love the liner, the matte liquid lipstick goes on amazing, smells like candy and dries so amazing. I was 100% impressed. Had a little issue with my second order going to the wrong address but was lucky it was sent to the post office and I was able to go pick it up. Somehow in my rush to check out I hit something and added a digit to my street address. 

Literally Gloss, and Exposed Lip Kit by Kylie Cosmetics

We now have six kits and a couple glosses in our collection.  We have Candy K, Dolce K, 22, Exposed, Kristen and Literally for lips, and then the KyShadow Bronze Palette.  I recently ordered  the new Creme Shadows from the Birthday special release in Rose Gold and Copper, Black Eye Liner Kit, Love Bite Lip Kit and KyMajesty from the Metals lip line.  Excited for them to arrive some time this week or early next week since it was a long holiday weekend.  When they arrive I will post more photos and photos to show the colors on.

KyShadow Bronze Palette

I love the packaging also, I'm always a sucker for packaging and promotional pieces sent with the orders. Love the card that came with the Kyshadow. 

These colors are amazing, they go on smooth, blend amazing and the color pigmentation is amazing. Just recently my daughter purchased the new MAC Star Trek gold eyeliner, let me tell you it looks so good with these colors. I will have her send me some pics so I can share with you the look later. 

The matte shadows are so good, and the bronze colors blend amazing. I really love the colors so much. My daughter told me last week she needed the cream shadows from her birthday release so when I got notification they were going to be released again I had to make sure I grabbed them.  These are perfect for fall, and I plan to have a post coming up in the next couple of weeks with my daughter showing off her favorite makeup and accessories. I can say we love Morphe brushes, Kat Von D tattoo liner, Too Faced Better then sex mascara, NYX brow liner, and we have a lot of faves for eyeshadow, Anastasia Beverly Hills contour kit, Nars foundation, Laura Mercier loose setting powder, which I have some amazing tips to share for using this when applying your shadow for easy cleanup, and more.   Of course we love the Urban Decay Naked Palettes, Lorac and my daughter is a huge fan of Lime Crime products, she recently got a eyeshadow palette she loves with a matching matte liquid lipstick.  Another brand that has some cool packaging and the colors are also amazing for fall with browns, rusts, oranges, creams, and more.  I will make sure to share that for all you makeup lovers in my next beauty post.

Isn't this packaging too cute. Love it, and normally not a Kardashian supporters but love Kylie's makeup she really has proven she is a force to be reckoned with in the beauty and makeup industry. I was thinking over priced products with no fluff but these products have all been way more then excepted and exceeded my expectations in many ways. Excited to try the eye liner and the birthday release matte shadows. 

Again will be sharing our favorites from eye lashes, eyeshadow, blushes, bronzer, primer, liners, highlighters, brushes, cleaner for brushes and tips for cleaning, makeup storage and so much more in the weeks to come. Have a great night and Let's go FSU. Peace, love and light always xoxo 

All photos and content are my own, most photos have been posted prior to blog posts on social media.  In this post the top photo I posted back on March 1, 2016 and the other lip kits were from mid July 2016 which arrived while we were away for two weeks, the Ky Shadow was posted in early August.  If you search in my blog I have posted on this brand or featured photos of products in weekly round ups also.  All content is protected by copyright and can not be used with the blog owners written or verbal permission, and must receive credit for all photos and content.  This product was not sent to me for review and I am not receiving any compensation for my post or review.  I purchased all these products myself and am reviewing from my opinion and the opinion of my daughter who wears makeup  daily.

Sashka Company, Empowering local Nepali artisans with every purchase.

Sashka Company

WANDERLUST25 for 25% off your order

https://www.sashkaco.com

Sashka Co bracelets are handmade using glass beads and silver in Nepal. I was contacted back over the summer to become a brand ambassador for this brand and couldn't resist after reading about the brand. I always like to support brands that support a good cause or artisans. This brand is amazing, supporting fair trade and local Nepali artisans. I got my first three bracelets over the summer and shared in a prior post but wanted to dedicate an entire post to the brand so you would be able to see the beauty, and also learn more about their amazing work.  I have shared my photos and code many times throughout the summer on social media.  Below I wanted to share their story in their own words from their site.

From www.Sashkaco.com website:  

Sashka Co. glass beaded bracelets are handcrafted with love by artisans in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. Each bracelet is carefully handmade bead by bead. Skill, passion, and some of the world's finest glass and sterling silver beads go into each one. Proceeds from your purchase empower Nepali artisans to rise above poverty through fair trade.  

Sashka Co. partners with several organizations in Nepal that train and employ hundreds of  artisans in rural communities. 

 Our fair trade partners are focused on gender equality and empowering women. Fair trade is best known for producers getting a fair price for their goods. The women at our co-ops earn a living wage that exceeds the local minimum wage. Fair Trade enables sustainable development and community empowerment by cultivating a more equitable global trade model that benefits workers, consumers, industry and the earth.

Such amazing work that they do and even more reason to support this awesome brand. I love brands and companies that are supporting artisans all over the world and empowering locals in those communities helping them rise above poverty offering them many opportunities that may not have been possible for them.  Every time I wear my Sashka Co Bracelets I am reminded that are made with love from Nepal.

My first 3 bracelets I picked out were the white gold and black so I can mix n match them, wearing with more styles and outfits. I recently got the new Rose Gold and some colors while they had the free promotion for their Rose Gold bracelets which was available for a limited to everyone, you didn't need a special code. That expired when they ran out but they have a current promo going on now and you can use my code for 25% off.  WANDERLUST25

My Ambassador code WANDERLUST25 for 25% off anytime. www.SashaCo.com

Make sure to head over and support this awesome brand helping empower women of Nepal. Every purchase helps these amazing local artisans in more ways then you know. 

Peace, Love and Light always,

Xoxo 

Recently have had a cyber stalker that has been harassing me, copying me and lying about me for three years. Of course this person has now become a brand rep/ambassador for almost every brand I work with. Beware of people that pretend to be something they aren't or have bad intentions, don't listen to people trying to gossip or bring negativity on others usually it is done out of jealousy and ill will. Don't let bullies and stalkers win. 

College football season kick off...

Yesterday we kicked off our college football season here and went to the UM game. We have season tickets this year and love all the updates the stadium have done. We have amazing seats on the aisle with perfect view of the field and large screen tv. We arrived as the gates opened to tailgate and had a great set up. We have a few people so we had 3 spaces and canopies. Was a long day but had an amazing time with friends, food, beer and football. 

My graphic tee came from Dazzling T's and gifts, on etsy. Jeans are my girlfriend medium wash cropped jeans by Silver Jeans Co. 

Necklace and beaded bracelets by Whiskey + Bone, love the African turquoise and black agate beaded bracelets which I mixed with some of my favorite Alex and Ani charm bracelets. Then I can't get enough of my Smokey Quartz crystal and bullet necklace. Whiskey + Bone has so many amazing creations, all handmade and unique. 

I shared this one prior to the with my weekend we football post but wanted to throw it in again just in case you missed the prior post. The jeans are the same Silver jeans girlfriend medium wash I have on in above shot. Love the fit, wash and style. So comfy and fit perfect. Tee is M.E & YOU on Etsy also. 

Hope everyone is having an amazing Labor Day weekend and enjoying the start of football season. My team, Florida State University play tomorrow night against Ole Miss. Can't wait and excited for a fun season of football with friend and family. Tonight we are off to the fantasy football draft at our friends house and I need some good sleep, I have been going non stop for two weeks with my birthday, my little ones birthday, their games and cheer and then football yesterday. Monday will be a day to relax maybe hit the beach. Sending love and thanks to everyone for your support always, peace love and light to all, xoxo 

Where to shop:

Dazzling T's & Gifts on Etsy

Weekends We Football & Silver Girlfriend jeans...

Hello and happy Labor Day weekend, this weekend is the kickoff of college football and we have season tickets this year. Looking forward to some Fun, friends, food and football of course a few beers too. 

Quickly some Friday and weekend outfits. 

Spell and the gypsy, also known as Spell Designs and Spell Byron Bay, graphic tank. This Festival Fox graphic tank is a favorite, purchased back in May/June originally purchased same tank but on a S was too small for me and then it sold out. I quickly sold it and found a M that fits me perfectly. Love the feather design on back and distressed look.  My black agate beaded bracelet is handmade by the talented and super sweet Whiskey + Bone on etsy. 

Paired it with my Silver Jeans Co, girlfriend jeans in dark wash. These are amazing if you have not seen my prior posts, love the fit so much ordered the pair I normally would have chosen first. I always go for the distressed and more worn finish but wanted a less distressed dark pair for work and other events. My jewelry is a spiked necklace and arrowhead bracelet from my Rocksbox that arrived this week. Loving this box and the first monthly subscription box I think is worth every penny. It's only $19.95 a month and you get unlimited jewelry rental all month. You customize your style with a survey, then add items you love to your wish list. They then style a box with 3 pieces and you can keep as long as you want or return after a few wears for another amazing set. You can purchase the pieces you like at a discounted price also. Both the necklace and bracelet are by Slate. I also got a cool ring by Kendra Scott. Will post a photo below of the box. Posted prior but just in case you didn't see. 

You can use my code MELISSASBFF10 for your free month trial no strings attached and you can cancel anytime. 

Promise you this box will rock your world if you love accessories as much as me. 

A favorite shop I found out about from Lacey Ryan, jewelry designer. They carried a few collections by her and we don't have them near me but order online often. Saw a friend on IG rocking these rust color perforated ankle style boots, and they were on sale couldn't pass them up. Then I love Wildfox couture sweatshirts cause they are soft, light enough for Florida fall and winter then just love the cute sayings. This sweatshirt reminded me of their style tops and love the saying for fall.  Last is the turquoise accent braided belt I purchased for my new Spell folk town mid length dress for fall. Got it on eBay for under $8. 

Ordered this cute graphic tee for the football games when my team isn't playing against UM, found this cute one on IG by @m.eandyou, M.E & YOU tees. Paired it here in my flat-lay with the lighter wash and distressed textured worn look girlfriend jeans I got after falling in love with my first pair. These are amazing and the fit is tailored to my body, accentuating very nicely they are so flattering on. Silver Jeans never disappoints me. Been my go to brand for over twenty years now and as you have seen in my posts I have pairs over 10 years old still looking like new, and I own many many pairs. Can't own enough pairs of amazing fit and style jeans. If you have never tried Silver jeans I recommend you try on a pair next time you are shopping you will be hooked. 

Yes, weekend graphic muscle tank by Love Culture. This tank is a few years old but still rock it when the weekend rolls around, one can never have too many Friday or weekend graphic tops. I know I love Friday and the weekend. Of course converse go with everything and perfect for a football game and tailgating. Today was my babies 9th birthday and we had an amazing day. Like mama she went shopping after opening her gifts, she got games, both board games and video games, books, and toys but we went shopping she wanted clothes. She had her own style I allow her to pick out and try on whatever catches her attention. For her age she is amazing at styling her own looks. She got some amazing combat style black boots with some fringe on the front below the laces, corduroy rust skirt overalls, some total boho chic rompers, dresses, skirts and tops. She really has amazing style, she also used my $40 Kohl's cash to get the same a Cattle Skull pullover sweatshirt and Aztec style bell bottom leggings I got before my birthday, she got an adult XS and my mother in law is hemming them since they were a little too long. We will be twinning this fall for sure. Wish I could find myself a pair of boots just like hers, they are from Old Navy were under $20 with the sale for Labor Day weekend. She spent $90 at Old Navy and walked away with boots, a few dresses, romper, two skirts, shorts, and a few tops. Tomorrow she is going shopping with grandma after her football game she cheers at to spend her cash. 

Hope everyone has an amazing weekend and here's to football season beginning. We have college game tomorrow and then Sunday our fantasy football draft. Can't wait to see what my team is like this year. Peace, love and light always XoXo 💋

Where to shop:

New Pam & Gela happy mail today

I got hooked up for my birthday by my husband and mom, took advantage of Pam & Gela's huge warehouse sale and placed several orders. I shared my first order and then a few items from the other ones in between but today I was doing the happy mail dance. 

Always love to receive these packages in the mail. This was my final order and actually went to pick out one new tee using my fall coupon code but happened to check before paying to see if the lace up sweatshirt to match the pants I got in my first order was in stock, originally they only had P sizes and those sold out quick. When I looked that last time it was meant to be because they stocked a L and as soon as I ordered it was sold out again. 

I have wanted this set for some time, have the cream pants and then some tencel track style in army green with same lace up backs. This suit is going to be worn a lot fall and winter. Did I mention I paid 75% less then original retail. It's hard to not be able to order what you really want when you see it but in the end works out even better to get the pieces for way less. 

Had a hard time deciding because all their new graphic tees and tanks are fabulous like always. Love the parties over, kiss this, trust no one, and red lip with bling tees but wanted a black tree. May end up ordering the trust no one tank since I have been dealing with some real untrusting people. Luckily my day was made between yesterday and today all my photos were restored after false DMCA claims were filed by someone who has been copying me, cyber stalking and bullying then turning strangers against me by sending lies or stories telling them about stuff she is doing to me but saying I do it to her. I'm just happy the truth prevailed and in the end Karma always comes back around. 

Bomber jacket styled with the Pam & Gela jumper I shared from my first order. It was a little too hot we have had a lot of rain so wanted some sleeves but went with ... 

My O'Neill women's kimono with tassels. 

Super comfy and stylish alone but wanted some sleeves for warmth as well as keeping dry. This is the time of year I always end up sick so wanted to keep dry. 

All jewelry minus my new Alex and Ani Cavalera gold skull charm bracelet are Whiskey & Bones new collection. Love my smokey Quartz crystal bullet pendant necklace, the African turquoise and black agate beaded bracelets. Really excited to be collaborating with this talented artisan. 

You know me true to my authentic style and taste rocking some vibrant multi dimensional purple with silver hair. Pravana vivids indigo and violet with silver. Olaplex treated as always and some fusio dose by keratesse for helping rebuild the damage I caused trying a new stylist and going red in December. Love my hair. 

One last pic so I don't over do it for this post, tomorrow going to have many more designs and brands to share from my birthday gifts. Here is a closeup of my Whiskey and Bone African turquoise and black agate beaded handmade bracelets, then my Alex and Ani Cavalera skull bracelet. Will have a promo code coming soon for Whiskey and Bone along with more of her pieces from her fall 2016 line. You can now use the code WANDERLUSTBABE for 10% Whiskey + Bone on Etsy. Remember I'm affiliated with Alex and Ani just click one of my links in my fave shops, bottom bar, or side bar, even some of my posts have the link. Right now free shipping promotion going on great time to order some of their new designs. I have seen a lot of the newest styles and you are going to love them. I got one of the Aztec silver and gold beaded wraps also.

Lots of Spell & the gypsy stuff coming. Scored big on eBay and won my skirt I wanted, a dress, two other skirts, chambray shirt, two graphic tees and a tank. Also have some boots coming. Lots of amazing goodies. 

Peace love and light always xoxo, 

Happy Labor Day, long weekend to everyone make sure to be safe. Thank you all for your support and will be emailing my winners from my contest tomorrow. A lot of people didn't do what the entire required so made it hard but did pick 2 winners instead of 3. Package will be shipped out next week I'm waiting on some stuff I want to add for the amazing winners. Good night all. 

Where to shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/whiskeyandbone Beaded bracelets and smokey quartz bullet necklace use WANDERLUSTBABE for 10% off 

www.AlexandAni.com  Cavalera Skull Bracelet