by Mojito Maven on June 8, 2009
Side note: Chapter 8 of Somewhere In Between Us has been posted. It was an incredibly difficult chapter for me to write so for those of you who are reading my story, I would really love to know what you think of the latest chapter.
Has anyone checked out The Gap recently? Seriously, it has got some GREAT stuff right now.
Most of you know I am a Banana Republic, Nordstrom, J. Crew wearing kind of girl. Typically I only shop at The Gap when I am in need of basic items like camis, t-shirts, and shorts, but after taking a trip there this weekend my opinion has completely changed.
I saw no less than twenty different items I would immediately buy if I was either Ms. Moneybags or married to Daddy Warbucks.
Right now, The Gap has an AWESOME collection of both casual summer dresses that would be perfect for lounging around on a Saturday afternoon and fancier dresses that I would definitely wear to the next installment of Champagne Thursdays.
Take this dress for example:
Wouldn’t it look awesome paired with a silk scarf? I thought so, hence why it, as well as said scarf, are now hanging in my closet.
I also picked up this dress in both the royal blue you see pictured as well as one in white and gray. I wore it this past Saturday night when Mr. M and I went to dinner with friends! I love how it is a halter dress, but still nice enough to wear to out on one of our weekly date nights.
Sadly, my face and hair were not doing this dress justice so what remains is a picture of myself looking similar to those creepy ass mannequins you see in store windows.
What is even more tragic is that I was not able to find this dress online which means that you’ll need to hit up your local Gap to buy it. The dress comes in four different colors so there are choices to fit every personality.
I also picked up these black Bermuda shorts and royal blue top. I actually wore both to work today, and when I arrived home I was pleasantly surprised when Mr. Mojito told me I looked hella sexy! It totally made my day!
Seriously, go there. Now.
You can thank me later.
by Mojito Maven on April 8, 2009
I recently purchased the Metallic Cotton-Linen Pencil Skirt in lavender from J. Crew.
J. Crew describes the skirt as:
A stunning statement skirt in cotton/linen with a metallic-foil print. Perfectly tailored with a classic pencil shape, incredibly flattering with a lean, leg-lengthening silhouette. Pare it down with a simple top and cardigan for the office, or play it up with a frilly blouse and loads of accessories for an evening out.
Sounds wonderful right? WRONG.
This skirt is awful! The texture of the skirt completely ruins it. The skirt has a very flattering fit, is true to size, and has a beautiful color, but the metallic-foil print makes the skirt feel like someone took a paintbrush and coated this skirt in metallic paint. It reminds me of vinyl patio furniture. No bueno.
This skirt will be returned to J. Crew this weekend!
FAIL, J. Crew!
by Mojito Maven on March 26, 2009
At the start of February I was an eBay virgin. I never used to understand what all the hype was about. Then I decided to hop on the Fit Train and lose some weight and now none of my clothes fit. Since I am not exactly Mrs. Moneybags I decided to join the world of eBay to see what kind of goodies I could find.
And now I am a complete eBay addict.
It is like I see the words “new with tags” or “over 75% off original retail” and I become a completely different person. I see hundreds of shoes, dresses, jewelry, and tops that I CANNOT possibly live without. And why pay full price for a $225 J. Crew dress when I could get it for $39 NEW WITH TAGS???? Glorious I say!
You might also say that eBay has made me insane.
Take today for example. Remember how I have been searching for the perfect Maxi dress? Well I found one on eBay and lucky for me I was the first bidder with only 12 hours left! The stars were aligning perfectly…until this other chick decides to outbid me!! GAH. Now I find myself yelling at my computer screen, mentally cursing this other bidder, and plotting ways to bring her down!
I am telling you that if 2:30 PM rolls around and I am not the proud winner of the most perfect Maxi dress ever, I will hunt that other bidder down and steal it from her.
Just saying.
P.S. I will post pictures of the Maxi dress once I am victorious because I do not want anyone else bidding on it 
UPDATE: She outbid me. BUT luckily there is another dress that I love so I am going to bid on that one and pray that I win!
by Mojito Maven on March 18, 2009
I received several comments and emails asking me to post what I purchased during my mini shopping spree…I hope to add some fun going out clothes and shoes in the very near future! I also cannot wait until the late spring/early summer line from J. Crew is out!
Seven Jeans
Hudson Jeans
Maxi Halter Dress from Express
J. Crew
J. Crew
J. Crew
J. Crew
Ann Taylor
Ann Taylor…I also bought a black patent leather belt to wear with it.
Ann Taylor Loft
by Mojito Maven on March 4, 2009
Man it has been a LONG time since I last did a Weight Watchers Wednesday post! I promise that I have not fallen off the fit train. Honestly I do not have anything exciting to report. My weight fluctuates any where from 2-4 pounds away from my goal each week. I think my body has finally hit its happy place and is refusing to move. I think after I have fully healed from my dental surgery I am going to start training again for the half marathon I had planned on doing this upcoming April.
It is finally starting to feel like spring outside which means there are only a few short months until “Oh crap! I have to be seen half naked in a swim suit” season. I LOVE spending Saturdays during the summer relaxing at the pool while drinking some sangria or an iced tea and getting a nice tan, and it would be fantastic if this summer I could actually feel sexy and confident while prancing around the pool deck in my J. Crew pink polka dot bikini.
How has everyone else been doing?
AND I am in love with Jennifer Aniston’s dress in this picture…has anyone seen it or something like it anywhere?
by Mojito Maven on January 23, 2009
I cannot wait for J. Crew’s spring line to fully hit stores so I can go treat myself to some new clothes for reaching my goal weight. I really want to invest in some fun, vibrant dresses (both dressy and casual) because I am usually too intimidated to wear them and I need to get over myself and start showing off some leg….which means I need some HOT new shoes to wear with the dresses!
AND I almost forgot! With all of my question and answer posts, I never did a Weight Watchers Wednesday post. I am happy to report that as of this morning I have lost another pound which means I am only 2.5 pounds away from my goal weight!!! I am so close it makes me all giddy inside!!
Tonight we are going to the Shops at Legacy to see The Reader at the Angelika Film Center and then dinner at Jasper’s. I am craving Jasper’s Shrimp and Grits, BBQ Ribs, Bourbon Creamed Corn, and French Toast Dessert. You really have no idea how much I look forward to my splurge meal every week! AND Jasper’s would be the perfect place to wear one of my hot new outfits from J. Crew if the spring line would ever show up!
The rest of the weekend should prove to be uneventful. Mr. Mojito has some GMAT stuff on Saturday morning and after we will probably be running some errands and maybe catch another movie. Sunday we are finally going to finish organizing the garage!
What are your weekend plans?
Happy Friday everyone!
by Mojito Maven on January 13, 2009
…I really want to own a Maxi dress in a beautiful floral pattern like the one Carrie Underwood is wearing. I have seen some at Nordstrom but none that I really love. Does anyone know where I can find one that will make me look HOT haha?
by Mojito Maven on January 9, 2009
It is FRIDAY FUNDAY!!!!!! I am so ready for the weekend!!!
Dali Wine Bar in the Arts District tonight!
My first EVER baby shower and Bride Wars tomorrow!
My mother-in-law’s birthday celebration dinner at Javier’s on Sunday!!
What are your weekend plans?
AND…
Size 27 Citizen jeans.
On my body.
Right now!
This is monumental.
Oh happy day!
Happy Friday everyone!!!
by Mojito Maven on December 31, 2008
Seriously best underware EVER!! Why oh why must they cost $18/pair?????
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
by Mojito Maven on December 17, 2008
It is time again for Weight Watchers Wednesday!! How did everyone do this week??
I was extremely concerned about coming home for the holidays because I was sure I would fail on my eating habits and exercise routine. My mother’s cooking also does not help the situation. She makes the most delicious food so not only is it ridiculously tempting for me, but my mom also gets offended if I turn it down. I warned my mother before I came home that I have started Weight Watchers so I will be preparing my own meals and I would appreciate her support. For the most part my mom has kept up her end of the bargain with only a few snide comments.
Why is it that people feel the need to judge you or offer rude comments when you are trying to be healthier or lose weight? I know several of you have mentioned that you have friends that are not as supportive as you would like. That drives me crazy!!!
Mr. Mojito and I have gone to the gym every day that we have been here, and I have even been able to stay well within my Weight Watchers points. I got on the scale at the gym this morning and it said I had lost another 1.5 pounds!!!! I have my official weigh in tomorrow so hopefully that 1.5 pounds was accurate!
I received several emails about how my jeans shopping went, and I am happy to report that I found a pair of jeans that I love!!!
And it is official…my theory about jeans sizes was confirmed!
I tried on A TON of jeans and all of them fit differently. Here is a breakdown:
Sevens: size 28 for most but a few were a size 29
Hudsons: size 28 and 29
Citizens: size 30
Joe’s Jeans: size 30
It was so annoying constantly having to try on three different sizes of the same jean just to figure out which one would fit! Ultimately I decided on a trouser jean by Seven for All Mankind.
