Boots And Things

I have the most thoughtful hubby! Check out what came in the mail for me the other day:

The Bailey Button Triplet by Ugg. I've been wanting these for awhile. They're such a stylish, casual, comfy little boot that I can easily wear with tights, shorts, skirts, etc. I'm so excited! I also received the care kit in order to keep my new little booties in ship-shape! :D

And as if these weren't enough, I was also gifted with this super-sweet vintage Gunne Sax dress, purchased from American Archive:

It's such a flattering and timeless shape! The straps were a touch too long, but nothing that can't be easily fixed by the tailor. Haha, it's so bad, but having this dress makes me want to get some pretty little western-style boots to go with it. I've been browsing Zappos and I'm totally in love with these distressed, slouchy boots by Durango:

Gasp! Aren't they absolutely gorgeous?! Unfortunately, the price tag is a little high for me and I think I'd be seriously pushing it if I asked my mister to buy me these babies when I haven't even worn the last pair (see above) that he gave me. Haha. Instead, I've settled for these:

Not quite the same, but adorable, nonetheless, and will still achieve the same look. These are Sheriff by Rocket Dog and are a steal at a mere $59 USD. :D

Currently scouting some cool locations here in northern Cali for a "prairie girl" shoot location featuring my sweet little dress and, hopefully, western boots. Crossing my fingers!

Hugs,
Cat

OOTD: Stripe Sweater Dress

I loooooooooooooove dresses!  But it's sooooooooooooooo cold!  The solution to this problem is simple.  Cozy sweater dresses!  This is my favorite of the moment, my stripey, turtleneck sweater dress from Venus:

It's classy and comfy, yet the knee-high, high-heeled boots from JustFab add a touch of sexy.  I wore this out tonight on a dinner date with H. :)

Keepin' it short and sweet tonight because it's time to hit the hay!  Thanks for checking in and have a great night!

Hugs,
Cat

Sunday Style

Happy Sunday everyone!  I've been rather busy over the weekend so haven't had a chance to post until today.  Just thought I'd share today's outfit with you all:

This look is so easy and comfortable!  I think it's such a stylish way to cozy up for the upcoming winter.  The sweater cape is from Forever21, the boots are from JustFab, and the tights are from YesStyle.  I absolutely ADORE my tights.  They're lined with brushed fleece and keep me warm and toasty from the waist down.  I don't know what I'd do without them!  YesStyle carries many brands.  I just choose the most reasonably priced ones.

Hope you all had a great weekend!

Hugs,
Cat

Late Autumn Casual

Although the weather has taken a turn for the cooler, temperatures are relatively mild here in northern California.  I've been enjoying the last of the warm sunshine and am bracing myself for the coming winter.  To make the most of my shorts before I pack them away for the next 6-7 months, I paired them a cozy, flannel plaid button-down and some slouchy boots...adding just a touch of glam with a bright red lippy. (Revlon Lip Butter in Cherry Tart)

Here's to the start of another week!  Happy Monday all! :)

Hugs,
Cat

Jack O' Lanterns!

Oh-Em-Gee!  Sorry I missed my daily post yesterday!  Me and the gang stayed up till 2am last night carving pumpkins.  We didn't have a contest or anything, but we all wanted to do something creative and "outside-of-the-box".

We spread paper tablecloths on table surfaces and on the floor and got to work.  It's one of those things where you start out really excited and gung-ho, and then halfway through you're like, "Why did I DO this?"

At this point, I was getting tired, frustrated, my hands hurt, and I just didn't care anymore, hence the carving knife slammed in my pumpkin Mario's face.

Yuki got a taste of pumpkin and tried sneaking around everyone to steal scraps!  We wouldn't let her have that much because, apparently, pumpkin is a laxative for doggies.  Lol.

Yay!  I was the first to finish, around 10:30-11pm.  That was probably the best part.  Haha.  But no, lighting them up when they were ready was the most fun.  It also disguised all the flaws. :P

Mario

Boo

Aperture Laboratories Logo

Wheatley

Companion Cube

Bat Totoro

The Flying Dutchman

As you can see, our bunch are big fans of film and video games. :D  Anyone else carve pumpkins for Halloween?  Feel free to share!

Alright!  That's that for Halloween weekend night #1.  Can't wait to head out to The City tonight in costume.  Will post pics tomorrow!  Hope you all have a great one, remember to stay safe!

Hugs,
Cat

Seaside Summer

I live in a sleepy, seaside town with many sweeping views of the San Francisco bay.  Summers are mild with temperatures usually in the high 60's to low 70's.  I always fold up a light sweater in my bag just in case, lol.  Not all parts of California are sunny and warm in the summer.

Sunglasses - Prada

Tank and Cardigan - Hollister

Skirt -YesStyle

Bag - Dior 

Boots - Two Lips

Antique Key Necklace - Lovelina

These sunglasses were from Prada's spring collection a few years ago.  I love the "butterfly" shape!

Dior Vintage Flowers is one of my all-time favorites from their past collections.  The taupe logo is subtle and the bright floral embroidery really stands out.  So girly!

I love these boots!  I call them my "Final Fantasy" boots because they look like they belong to the stylish, world-weary warrior that I wish I was.  I adore the deliberately aged leather look and filigree buckle details.

Meet Daisy, my silly, fox-faced Yorkie.  She loves cuddles more than any other dog I know.

Antique Key Necklace by Lovelina

All photos by Tetraeon Light Industries.

Sorry about the super-long, image-laden post, but there were so may photos that I wanted to share, it was hard whittling them down to just 10.  Lol.  Hope everyone is having a great Monday so far! :)

Hugs,

Cat