A slow clap that no one joins into...

In the movies...someone starts a slow clap that is supposed to turn into an applause and then no one joins in and it's super awkward and they sit down...that's how I feel about this outfit.

She gave this a valiant effort. I will applaud that. And then I am sitting down.

White on white is a tough look to pull off. You can end up looking super Hamptons-chic or like marshmallow. With those pants, I am saying no to this shirt. A (white) tucked in blouse with a belt would allow these pants to shine. A simple heel would be the way to go here. Maybe a heel with a splash of color or a statement necklace. Neon heels are never a good idea. 

You can't sit with us.

Bye Felicia...

xoxo

Coco

Just (don't) Do it - a nike memoir

Sneakers

I love wearing them. 

I love that they are trending.

I hate this outfit.

    -a Haiku by Coco

Honestly though, sneakers are great. I can openly embrace my tomboy, workout-aholic style in public and still be considered fashion-forward (<<not really but whatever). This outfit though, is extreme(ly bad). She could have went with simple white Keds or a flat sandal..why oh why baby blue nike trainers with a lavender and black paisley spaghetti strap skater dress?! It just...it's mind boggling.

Possibilities: for the sake of the benefit of the doubt

   - she came from a soccer game to get lunch and forgot appropriate shoes

   - color blind (total possibility)

   - blind in general (doubtful though since she is looking at a cell phone...)

EASTER EGG: 

   - she is wearing a ring...engaged? married? just an accent piece?

We'll never know...

xoxo

Coco

Have Me Some Hamsa

Finally got my tattoo finished last night! I just had the outline for a little over a year and I spontaneously made an appointment to add the design. I couldn't be happier with how it came out! I love the hamsa and what is stands for: protection, health, strength, guidance, culture, and so much more. 

#happyhealing #happyhamsa

xoxo

Coco

Who said Black and White was boring?

Ok, I know I am not really tan enough to have my nails and toes painted white but I did it and I don't r[a]gret it. I am so happy to finally be able to wear these Steve Madden pointed toe flats this season. The white really pops!  And the snake-skin detail on the straps adds some extra texture that I oh so enjoy. It's fun, flirty, and fabulous. <<<13 going on thirty quote...anyone? razzles?

    kk -__- Happy Sunday!

PS everyone should go and get a mani pedi NOW. I feel clean and crisp and exfoliated and ready to take on the world of sandals and shorts.

xoxox

Coco

Double Trouble

If you follow my IG then you've already seen this pic (sigh...) but it is certainly worth a second look. These bathing suits actually fit. No side boob, no quadraboob, no nip slips <<hopefully. 

I got these online after much research and can be found super easily (now that I know what I am looking for). Jolidon, Janache and Freya swimwear gave me hope for this summer.

Israel and Aruba better watch out! I'm coming for ya!

xoxo Coco

Festive Purchases

What's more exciting that having planned trips for the summer? SHOPPING for those trips. I was never an online shopper..but...people change. And might I add that I have a keen eye for deals. I probably spend more money because I buy literally every deal to save money...so there's that...but new things just make me sOoo happy. 

Francesca's is such a fun store for statement pieces at a GREAT price. I can't wait to go somewhere so I can pack up my weekender bag. I'm also a sucker for fun sneakers to pair with basically everything. And necklaces...forget it...I see a cute one and I'm sold. (Kind of like with guys...lol)

xoxox

Coco

I like to mix-and-match and I cannot lie

Life's too short to be afraid to mix and match. Found these pants a year ago digging through Marshall's (my secret love) and this is the first time I'm breaking them out! Since I'm at work, I figured I should corporate-up my outfit but adding this Forever 21 blazer (forever 21 ugh I know but, like, blazers are expensive!).Lastly, spiced up my outfit with black, snake-skin oxfords from h&m and added some color with layered jewels. 

PS...don't hate on my fitbit...it's not exactly fashion forward but I'm gettin my butt in shape -__-

xoxox

Coco

Bc if you didn't take a mirror pic, did you even wear it?

Breaking out my favorite Spring dresses and playing around with statement necklaces. 

This splash of beautiful weather has given me so much refreshing energy. It's so easy to lose your motivation and sense of style when all you want to do is crawl into bed and binge watch House of Cards on Netflix. Even more, you are forced into a dreary routine of going to work and feeling exhausted, you don't even care that you wore shoes that may or may not have been questionably clashing with your blouse. 

Little things like packing healthy snacks for work, wearing a flashy necklace, or painting your nails can give you a little extra fun energy to get you through the day! Something outside of that "dreary routine" that is just for yourself can give you that extra push and sense of self for the day!

For me, today, it was getting up a little earlier to go to the gym and  throwing on a cute dress and necklace! Maybe I'll take the puppy for a long walk after work...

Sweating for Summer

Getting super motivated for my upcoming trips and summer plans! What are you doing to get in bikini shape?!

Coco has returned

Sorry Coconuts...after a long break I have returned....and with plenty of Coconut juice to quench your fashion-seeking thirst. 

Stay tuned.

Xoxo

Coco

Sparkle and Please Fade

If it is cold enough to wear Ugh (UGG) boots, why are you in shorts?  

I do approve, however, of her long mermaid hair.

Imagination

For the sake of anonymity and subtly, the front view of this darling outfit was not photographed.

 'Twas a lovely early dinner along the Delaware River with the family. Drinks were in hand, conversation was brewing and we were noshing on calamari, burgers and fish tacos. Yes, fish tacos. We were dressed appropriately and fashionably, donning maxi dresses, floppy hats, and khakis for the gents. It was near time to move to the bar, which was when we saw the outfit. Granted the town of New Hope is trendy, spunky, and diverse, there is a place and time for such apparel. For example, the Firefly Festival, Coachella, Sundance...basically any festival really...concerts, Fourth of July, etc. etc. Moral of the story, butt cheeks, bare bellies, and cleavage should be saved for the beach, not dinner time. Save the buns for the burgers.

That is all.

xoxo Coco

If a tree falls in the woods and no one is there to see it, did it make a noise?

The answer is yes. The tree did make a noise and this lady's outfit did in fact exist even though there is no photo evidence.

So there I was at the office just minding my own business, directing the usual customer traffic, when there I saw it. It was like seeing a unicorn from the story books except she was a magical creature whose identity was textbook "what not to wear".

I didn't want to stare and scare her off; I peered from my peripherals, examining intensely, wishing I had my cell phone.

Where to begin. Her feet were snug in her light grey Crocs, bedazzled with charms (the most noticeable one was a monkey). Peering through the cracks of her Crocs (say that ten times fast) and from under her flood pant/mom jeans, glowed her rainbow striped socks. Rainbow. Striped. Socks. She wore a dull, yellow Ralph Lauren sweater and had a brightly patterned floral Vera Bradley backpack that hung off one shoulder.

The magical creature danced off out of the store, hopefully never to be seen again.

Blending In....

Let's set the scene, shall we? Date: National Margarita Day (aka Feb. 22) Time: Half Past Tipsy (about 10pm) Location: Random Mexican Restaurant with sketchy bar in the basement (but serves fabulous margaritas and chips btw).

So there I am at the bar with my girlfriends chatting, sipping, crunching, shmoozing, the whole deal. I'm literally wearing a beanie, skinny jeans, casual t-shirt and wedges....super casual (and adorable if I might add). So down the creeky, windy, Mexican tiled staircase comes suburban Cinderella. She wore a white lace, knee length dress, a white fur shrug, brown cowboy boots, gold disk earrings and a sock bun...and a cute watch...forget the watch. Honestly, I felt bad. Maybe she had come from somewhere and wanted to stop in for a last second National Margarita Day drink? But it was only 10pm...But why was her friend so casual? WHY is she wearing all white? ...The only events that are socially acceptable to wear all white to are 1. Your Wedding Day 2. Sorority Initiation. People were staring, she was clearly uncomfortable, we were all uncomfortable. I need answers.

Make A Statement

Some wear their heart on their sleeve, I wear my issues on my chest.

Spring Needs to Spring

I've already started planning my spring obsessions. Yes, I plan to obsess. It's a thing. With future toning and weight loss aside (and pending), I have SOO many adorable items in my shopping carts online that I literally don't know if I can wait any longer. I may or may not have taken a short trip to the mall to check out the President's Day Weekend sales and I may or may not have purchased the most adorable high wasted, levy, white washed urban renewal shorts. Yes, it's a mouth full to say but they are perfect and the full title is necessary.

I have high hopes for my spring fashion (and spring spending) and I plan on looking fabulous and boho chic on my trip to Charleston. You better bet your little blog reading hearts that I'll be looking damn cute the moment I step on the airplane. God forbid I meet my southern husband wearing leggings and my high school cheerleading sweatshirt just so I could be "comfortable" on the airplane. I'm cringing.

More pictures to come.

Be Tee Dubs, at the mall I saw so many fashion oh no's that Coco was covering her eyes all the way back at home in my bedroom. Why no pictures? Phone was dead. Note to self: Buy those super high tech back up chargers you can put in your purse.


xoxo Al and C

Coco says....

Be a diva or die trying

Go bold or go home coconuts 

It's a bird it's a plane

It's Jack the Ripper?

Everything about this screams death, sadness, bird funeral, mourning...basically anything other than chic fur coat. Coco can't even. 

Double Take

Channel your inner Edward Scissorhands with leather and texture. Don't be afraid to get a little bold....Go the extra mile and pair your outfit with booties. You can't go wrong.

Make a statement

Why blend in when you're born to stand out. Everyday make a statement. 

Xoxo Coco