I know I haven’t really been posting about skincare or makeup lately. I’ve been more interested in clothing, in making sure my wardrobe has what it needs to re-enter society. Then I remembered the two beauty products I did receive this past Christmas. I love the Dior Lip Glow, I have it in Pink andContinue reading “Beauty Items in My Stocking”
Author Archives: Anita Rivas
It’s The Earrings
Net-a-Porter is having an additional 20% off of a 60% off sale. I’ve been looking for a pair of statement earrings and can picture myself wearing these beauties with a sweater or a white dress shirt and jeans. The picture below had me inspired and wistful for a pair that wasn’t only stunning but budgetContinue reading “It’s The Earrings”
Winter in Paris
I’ve only been to Paris twice in my life, my first time was in the winter. Paris is the most beautiful city in the world, with the pinks, greys, the hues of the city are enchanting. I love people watching, next time I plan to sit at Cafe d’Flore and people watch all-day. Maybe getContinue reading “Winter in Paris”
Wardrobe Refresh Part 2
I’ve been preparing for the end of the pandemic for the last two years. I have everything I need to re-enter society. But it seems that I have grown quite lazy. I had a grooming routine going on for decades that abruptly came to a halt and now it’s having to get used to itContinue reading “Wardrobe Refresh Part 2”
The Striped Sweater
Ladies, this is the correct way to wear a striped sweater, everything about this photo is chic, pulled together and comfortable. You can wear a striped sweater with denim, tapered sweat pants, and even a skirt. I recently started buying sweaters again, it’s been really cold out lately and purchased a striped sweater from ZaraContinue reading “The Striped Sweater”
Wardrobe Refresh
I hope everyone had a nice Holiday Season. In the middle of another Covid outbreak it was difficult to meet with all of our friends, but overall the season was enjoyable. I picked up a few items to help refresh my wardrobe. Anine Bing is having a sale and I ended up picking up threeContinue reading “Wardrobe Refresh”
Oh, A Rivière
I’ve had my eye on rivière necklaces for years now, I really don’t want to invest in a piece of Jewelry that I feel I wouldn’t wear often. It would be something that I would wear on occasion, my personality would feel it wasn’t right for my actual day job, although maybe it would be.Continue reading “Oh, A Rivière”
Oh, Plaid
I was in Chicago over the past weekend and couldn’t help but notice that Plaid was strong in Chicago. I must have seen 5 different women wearing plaid with their designer bags and shoes walking up and down E Oak Street. E Oak Street is the fashionable street of Chicago, like Dearborn Street is toContinue reading “Oh, Plaid”
A Chicago Christmas
Usually my sister’s and I plan a trip to NYC the week before Christmas. But it’s been two years since I’ve been to NYC, and this year to change things up a bit we took a weekend trip to Chicago. Can I just say that I fell-in-love with Chicago. It’s like a mini NYC, MichiganContinue reading “A Chicago Christmas”
More Christmas Gift Ideas
What to buy the traveler in your life, or the teen? Better yet, what to add to your beauty arsenal, bookshelf or travel collection of suitcases? I am actually finished with Christmas shopping, I started back in October. Now it’s a matter of wrapping the gifts and placing them under the tree. This gives meContinue reading “More Christmas Gift Ideas”
The Epitome of Modern Style
What is style? It starts off with embracing yourself, your body and loving yourself regardless of your weight. Then you add wearing pieces you love, and investing in quality basics, a nice handbag, a coat, sunglasses and some Jewlery and a nice pair of shoes. I used to think that one should not wear moreContinue reading “The Epitome of Modern Style”
All I Want For Christmas……
I’ve been shopping for myself early, and have one more package arriving, then I have to start saving for my San Miguel de Allende/DF trip in January 2022. This is a quick list of things I would love to receive. Mind you, nothing I need, just Most Wanted Christmas 2021. One of these beauty packagesContinue reading “All I Want For Christmas……”
It’s All About Hosiery
Before the pandemic began, two years ago I had seen a photo of a woman wearing converse with fishnet stockings for socks. I became enamored and immediately ordered a new pair of converse and fishnet stockings. Which I have not been able to wear yet. I love everything about the photo above, love the texture,Continue reading “It’s All About Hosiery”
The Black Turtleneck
The black turtleneck can be worn with anything in your wardrobe, from denim to trousers, skirts and shorts. It can be worn under a navy trench coat, a camel coat, or a poncho. Anything goes when you’re wearing a black turtleneck. I have several in my closet and can’t wait to wear them, the mostContinue reading “The Black Turtleneck”
This Winter’s Basic Essentials
Never underestimate the power of a wardrobe staple, they make the best traveling companions and you can create various styles with them, giving each piece new life. These can also be worn under bulky sweaters, added for extra warmth. You can even wear these items with sneakers or boots. How’s that for longevity? Oh me,Continue reading “This Winter’s Basic Essentials”
Run Around Chic 