Bling Bling [Brilliant Earth Style]

Hey y'all. So, half way through the first week back at school/work/regular routine- y'all doing okay? Hang in there, another weekend in two days! 

Anyway, today I'm talking about clothes, fashion if you will. Most days, I try to look presentable, because when you look good, you definitely feel good. Besides, who wants to be remembered for being the one in sweats all the time?
That’s not to say that I don’t have the homeless chic look down, but I do love my clothes and I probably spend a little too much time on Pinterest’s fashion boards.
I'm also super competitive.
That’s why when Brilliant Earth contacted me with an invitation to participate in their Personality Style Challenge with their beautiful jewelry, I was all for it. While I definitely can't afford their beautiful diamonds, I love that they're all ethically sourced. Hey, a girl can dream, right?
Still, I'm more likely to be rocking jean and a cardigan on any given day- so for me, it's all about being comfortable- and not an eyesore. I'm also a wimp when it comes to cold, so I need my layers! Here's my look, and the description/justification down below

Cream tee: Stylebop // Southwestern Cardigan: Forever 21 // Jeans: Burberry // Boots: Macy's by GUESS // Messenger Bag: DSW // Round Stud Earring: Brilliant Earth // Infinity Necklace: Brilliant Earth // Nail Polish: Essie

So tell me, would you rock this outfit if you could? What's your "personal style?" Other than homeless chic, because, well, we've all mastered that!

Happy Hump Day!

xo, Hima

Fun Friday Blog Hop!

Hey ya'll! This week I'm co-hosting the Fun Friday blog hop (YAY), but I wanted to show you some pictures from Halloween! I went as an 80's fitness/aerobics instructor with one of my friends, and it was SO much fun!

Aren't we just the cutest? BIG PLUS: We were really comfy all day! And no my hair was not cooperating!

Some of my friends were lamesauce and didn't dress up. At all. (Prachi, Gauri, Shruthi, Sneha this is you). 

1. Favorite spanish teacher!

2. Zombie dolls and Fitness instructors make a great picture. 

3. Thank you to Gauri for the amazing Blogilates tank top! 

1. No photo blog post would be complete without these two. 

 Quote of the day from Bee: "Okay this photo is going to be really awkward because I can't move my arms in this dress." Oh, how I love her!

2. My little brother made me proud as Harry Potter!

Can I just say how great my school's staff is? I mean Bee (Princess Belle) got the entire office staff to dress up as Disney Princesses). And yes, Rapunzel is a guy. 

They're just so cute!

Mmk, I know that was a lot of photos, but hopefully you'll go ahead and link up to the hop now! For those of you here for the first time, hi! Check out the About me  section if you have time! Leave your blog link in the comments below so I can check it out!

 

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Narcissism at it's finest

Ahh, Thursday night. 

The weekly dump of pictures of myself attempting to look presentable or celebrating my efforts with a selfie. 

Like I said, narcissism at it's finest. 

Sidenote: I think lifestyle blogging, by definition, is really narcissistic. I mean, you're writing about your life, posting pictures of your self, etc. It's all about you. But you know what? I'm fine with that. Your blog is yours! Your blog is for you to post whatever the heck you want, right? I love writing blog posts, posting photos, and interacting with readers. 

Thoughts? 

Okay, back to my High Five for Friday! 

1. This photo isn't technically from this week, but I've spent a lot of time with my little brother this week, and I've realized that my baby is growing up. He's in fourth grade, and he had this huge geography test this week, so he was actually sitting down and studying like he was supposed to, and it really hit me that he gets older as I do.

But he'll always be my baby bother brother, right? 

2. 

2. I really wish it was warm enough for these outfits again. I also wish both of us weren't so busy so we could spend more time with this girl. We go to school together, and she's one of my best friends, but I never see this fool. 

3. Uh, fall fashion. And leaves. Leaves are great. . And selfies. And scarves. I discovered the magic of cardigans and scarves last winter and things only went up from there. 

After years of being the "school sweatshirt/graphic tee" girl, I got my act together. Thank god for growing up. 

4. Food is always good.

5. HALLOWEEN DECS YAY. I'm in love.

Lastly, I know this has been a long post, but I've been obsessed with this song this week, and I think you should listen to it. Tell me what you think!

What were the best parts of your week? Anything exciting? Let me know in the comments below!

xo, Hima

Brick Walls Love Me

Not when I slip and run into them and bang my knee up. 

That does happen, but that's a story for another day. 

I've noticed that a TON of my outfit pictures in Instagram, are in front of brick walls. A lot of people have a standard area where they take outfit pictures..right? I mean Lauren and her beautiful deck, Kristin and her amazing deck- you get the deal. 

With me, it's brick walls!

Need evidence? 

Inverse matching?

Granted, these are all over the past 8 months or so, but that's really the only pretty feature of my school.

Also, I had a fantabulous birthday today (or yesterday, if you're reading this on Wednesday), so thanks for all of the wonderful wishes! A full(er) recap on friday- I promise!

What are you up to? I feel like I have ben a bit of a bad blogger lately- not commenting on all of ya'll's wonderful posts. I'm working on it!

xo, Hima

Falling in Love with Fall Fashion

It happens every year- I'm so excited for brights and florals and neons and sundresses and shorts at the beginning of every summer, but by the time the school year rolls around and it starts to get cool, I can't help but lust after darker tones, chunky sweaters, scarves, and boots. 

Oh boots. 

How I love thee. 

No matter that I have 5 pairs- I still want more. 

On my wish list for now? Proper riding boots, a new pair of fake Uggs (Mine are absolutely dying!) and combat boots! 

Like I said, boots. 

Aside from my evident love for boots, I've put together a list of fall fashion items that I am absolutely in love with!

I tried to do a Back-to-School kind of thing, but that's just me being super lame haha :)

Clockwise, left to right: 

1. Southwestern Patterned Sweater ($24.80)- Forever 21

I'm not sure why, but I've been absolutely in love with Tribal everything lately! Including my necklace. 

2. Maroon Pants ($25)- Yoox

Maroon and mustard/burnt orange are at the top of my list right now!

3. Lace Bell Sleeve Dress ($39)- Urban Outfitters

Is this not absolutely adorable? I can see this with cowboy boots, which I unfortunately don't have, but it's also cute on its own!

4. Combat Boots ($20)- Amazon Boot Shop

5. Cognac Messenger Bag (19.99 Euros)- Newlook

6. Boho Braided Scarf ($9.80)- Forever 21

Don't mind me...just adding to my already crazy scarf collection. I think this muted but still colorful scarf is perfect for transitioning from summer to fall!
7. Bangle Set ($5.95)- H&M
I'm not much of an arm candy person, but this is just too cute!

How about you? What are you just dying to get?

xo, Hima

Lace Lovin'

It's Wednesday!

(Tell me, how many blog posts that you have ever read have started like that? "It's [insert day of the week here!]"

As if every day is their favorite day. 

Ha. 

The fact that it is Wednesday means two things: 

1. It's the middle of the week. (booo.)

2. It's time for my first Outfit post. 

Disclaimer: I am by no means an outfit person. When I'm not wearing jeans and a top, it is necessary that I document it. 

So cute, right? 

I'm totally obsessed with the whole polo on harem pants effect. 

JUST KIDDING. 

Here's my real outfit: 

Face looks weird, so 'twas covered. It happens. 

There you have it. 

Sidenote: my hair is getting long! I'm so eggscited! It's totally punny. 

Oh yeah, and I made this amazing pizza this weekend. 

How amazing does it look? 

Literally the yummiest thing ever. 

Wait...isn't some of it still in the fridge? 

YESS SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO WHEN I GET HOME FROM WORK. 

Sorry guys. Just thinking out loud there. 

love you all!

The Friday Five

I tried, friends. I really did. Coming up with a creative title for this post was just not going to happen. But that's okay, because this week was pretty darn awesome. 

Let's review, shall we? 

1. Clean Taco Tuesday- pretty amazing stuff. I learned that broccoli slaw is one of the world's most delicious things, and my favorite way to eat broccoli. I may or may not have eaten these tacos three nights in a row. 

2. I heard from another teacher at Breakthrough (confused? catch up on what I'm doing here) that a few students have told him that my bio class is their favorite class of the day. I posted about this earlier, but honestly, this seriously made my week. 

It's interesting to be on the other side of this. 

3. Doggy Play Dates

So cute!

4. The 4th of Ju-lylylylylylylylyly! 

Please tell me you got that reference? 

Miss Mary Mack? That old hand game? Anyone?

Anyways, I took a page out of all of your super creative books and decided to be a little fun with my food. 

Strawberries and blueberries on greek yogurt on a brown rice tortilla. 

Pure heaven.

YUM. 

5. I'm not a fashion blogger. 

Or a fashionista. 

I've got a slight obsession with clothes, but I'm definitely not super brave in terms of fashion choices. 

So when I put together this outfit for the 4th- I thought I was amazingly creative. 

Thanks to my brother for the photo!

Aaaaand just for your enjoyment, here are a couple of the outtakes. 

This is why I'm not a fashion blogger ya'll. 

I can't keep it together in front of the camera. 

Oh yeah, just so you don't have this ridiculous picture of me in your heads all weekend, here's another one. 

It's true. If you're here, obviously you are the bomb. 

What did you do for the 4th? Any fashion misadventures? 

Have a fantabulous weekend!

xo, Hima