This Mother's Day....

I'm not a mom, but I have one & I love her. She's the most amazing person. She's kind, generous, considerate, brave, motivated, eats healthy, is full of life, loves me, gives to others she doesn't even know, & she loves God.
 

Actually, the list could go on & on. My mother deserves more than what I could ever give her. She's a HIP mom, always in trend & keeping up with the latest fashions. I love how she notices little things, like when I would stack my bracelets & so she did the same. She's also into COLORFUL denim, who knew?!? I love that about her!!!!!!!
 

So, this Mother's day I've decided to give her a check so she could go shopping. The past few Mother's days I bought her gifts, but this time I wanted her to get herself something. I admit, I don't always hit a home run when it comes to buying gifts, in fact I'm just NOT good at it. Are you???

I've selected a few goodies from some of my favorite online shops (there are many) & thought my mom would enjoy these! Of course, she could go elsewhere, but I saw these & thought of her. 

What are you thinking of getting MOM this mother's day??

All items above via:

Jcrew

Leif Shop

Eduardo Garza

Apartment 48

The Leopard Print Fuss...

Hello everyone! Sorry I didn't post on Friday...we're super BUSY with orders as well as getting ready to launch the NEWLY designed Made By Girl site! Exciting!!!

Anyway....while at the mall this weekend, I noticed that Leopard print is EVERYWHERE! In fact every shoe store I walked into had some leopard print heels!!! No kidding!

Have you noticed this as well??!?  

I'm NOT complaining, I love this pattern! In fact, I wore my leopard peep toe heels with a green dress to church this Sunday! But I love leopard print shoes for business trips, it really accentuates any solid colored outfit!


Someone emailed me asking if I would display some of my LEOPARD print items....so here it is! I have an extensive collection in my home, from pillows to fashion accessories! In this post I decided to highlight some of my (already purchased) favorites for you to see!  My latest purchase was this iPhone case from JCrew which is adorable....!! 

-images above by jen ramos

Below are some items with similar prints that I've had my eye on....keep in mind, I haven't bought any of these yet!!

Are you a fan of leopard print??  What leopard print items do you own??

 

JCrew

Asos

Neiman Marcus

Kate Spade

Singer22
Tory Burch

4 Things I bought this weekend...

Hello everyone! Welcome back...! Sorry I didn't get a chance to post the normal 'My Weekend' post, but I got crazy busy & then decided to go bowling and so on.

Over the weekend, I was thinking of ways to SPICE up my wardrobe with some interesting items, so I bought 4 NEW things...well, the jeans not yet but I'll explain that below.

(1) The Elements of Personal Style - I've REALLY been obsessed with fashion blogs lately (as you can see from my posts lately)...so I thought it would only be appropriate to buy a book about personal style! This particular one was recommended to me by a friend & I can't wait for it to arrive!

(2) JCrew Leopard iPhone Case- After seeing this case on Brooklyn Blonde's blog- I had to have it! The picture featured in this post with the pretty blue nails is of Helena's hand (Brooklyn Blonde) & her blog is now one of my fave fashion blogs! This case is super chic & affordable at only $22.50!!

(3) The Chelsea Red Skinny Jean by Joe's Jeans - Ok, this one is the ONLY one I didn't get yet. I've looked up & down & all around the net for some super cute (LONG) red skinny jeans. I don't like Capri, & for some reason most of the ones I've come across have been Capri...what the?!? Well, Joe's has this one, and it's exactly what I was looking for - I hope! We shall see if I make the purchase.

(4) Essie polish Color 'Vermillionaire'- This was an easy purchase. I like the color orange as polish and maybe even on a clutch...but that's pretty much it..... I think!!  I can't see myself wearing orange pants, but RED, yea....weird huh?? Anyhow, this color is currently on my toes & nails, and I love it! It's bright and looks awesome if you have a tan.