Altering a size 12P skirt to a 00P

Hi everyone,

We just came back from our vacation late last night. After all, nothing feels like home. Today is laundry/catch-up day. My husband and the little one are going shopping right now so I have a bit of "me" time. I want to do a quick post to show you a DIY project that I did last week.

I felt in love with the Ann Taylor Modern A-line Zip skirt when it first came out but the $98 price tag was too pricey for me. By the time it goes on sale, small sizes are gone. It went on final sale last week for $9.95 plus an additional 25% off. The only size left that I found in store that day was a 12P. I decided to bring it home and do my own alterations. For $7.50, if I don't succeed, there is nothing to cry about. Here is how it looks on me pre-alterations.

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Altering a size 12P skirt to a 00P

Weekend Fun: My first macaron experience!

Hope you all are enjoying your weekend! This morning, my husband and I took a little trip downtown to check out a French bakery. I've heard so much about macarons (French cookies) but never had a chance to try them just yet. At one time, I was considered ordering them online but shipping was ridiculous. Thanks to Olyvia  for letting me know about Pistacia Vera. I had no idea there is a local bakery that has macarons.

OOTD: Jeans: Married to the mob - size 25 (buy similar) | Jacket: Banana Republic (this year's version) | Booties: Banana Republic (this year's version) | Satchel: Burberry smoked check | Sunnies: Ann Taylor

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Weekend Fun: My first macaron experience!

CLOSED - Holiday giveaway: Win a glitter bangle from Ann Taylor (3 winners)

With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, every girl can use a little extra sparkle and shine during the holiday season. I am thrilled to giveaway three beautiful glitter bangles provided by Ann Taylor. Item details can be found here. Bangle diameter is 2.5 inches.

{Stacked with my Michael Kors 5128 }

How to enter:
1. Follow my blog via GFC
2. Leave me a comment letting me know which color you’re entering for (gunmetal or white or gold).
3. For an additional entry, click here to tweet

Winners will be announced on Sunday - 12.18. Bangles will be sent out immediately after that. This giveaway is open to U.S. & Canada readers only.

Good luck!

Sydney

Disclaimer: Ann Taylor has generously provided these bangles for the giveaway. I am not associated with them in any way. I will not be compensated for posting this giveaway on my blog.

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CLOSED - Holiday giveaway: Win a glitter bangle from Ann Taylor (3 winners)

t+j Designs Style Challenge!

Statement jewelry is something that I haven't ventured into. As a petite women, I try to avoid bulky jewelry. Regardless of which type of statement jewelry that you choose, there is only one rule – wear one statement piece at a time. You do not want to over accessorize with jewelry.

t+j Designs is currently hosting a statement jewelry styling challenge, I thought it would be fun to enter. For this challenge, I am wearing the Flo necklace c/o Poshlocket. As you can see, this necklace is very dramatic. I wanted this necklace to be the center of the attention so I kept everything else minimal. I chose this simple black and white dress as a backdrop to show off this beautiful necklace.

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t+j Designs Style Challenge!

Meeting up with Angie & UO Fitting Room Pics

Yesterday, I had an opportunity to meet up with the sweetest Angie of Pandaphilia. I’ve been a long-time follower of her blog. I was expecting to see a young college student with a cheerful personality. Angie, in real life, is very calm, sweet and down to earth.

{Wearing: J.Crew gingham shirt - 00R, Ann Taylor cardigan - XXSP, GAP legging jeans - 24/00R}

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Meeting up with Angie & UO Fitting Room Pics

Holiday Gift Ideas for Her

With Christmas is only 22 days away, I am sure some of you are checking your lists for your favorite gifts to give this holiday season. According to some research, jewelry pieces are the all time most wanted as Christmas gifts for ladies. I am not surprised. Nothing is better than opening a sparkly gift on your Christmas day, right? Last month, an online jewelry store called Anjolee reached out for a mention. I'll admit at first I was a bit skeptical about getting a piece of jewelry online. However, the process turned out to be pretty painless.

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Holiday Gift Ideas for Her

Fall Wish-list Item # 5: A new pair of black boots

Believe it or not, today, I wore tights for the first time this season. I cleaned out my closet last weekend and rediscovered this skirt. I haven’t worn it since my 30x30 challenge. This morning, I wanted to pair this skirt with a black sweater. Unfortunately, I don’t have one =(

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Fall Wish-list Item # 5: A new pair of black boots

DIY Project: Slimming and shortening a skirt

I've been on the look out for a wool pencil skirt in burnt orange but haven’t run into anything that caught my attention. Then I decided to look on eBay. I was so excited to find 2 vintage wool skirts for a total of $14.00 (shipping included). The waist measures 24 inches which is perfect for me. Unfortunately, they were a smidgen long and wide for my frame. I decided to bite the bullet and attempt a DIY alteration. I did a video with the intention of showing you how to do this step by step. However, it didn’t turn out very well. It was extremely hard to cut/sew/film at the same time. So no video this time, but I definitely will put more time into it for my next DIY project.

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DIY Project: Slimming and shortening a skirt

A Casual Friday Outfit

I hope everyone is enjoying your holiday weekend. For the first time in years, I didn’t go shopping on Black Friday. After the crazy experience we had last year, we decided it just wasn't worth it. Also, my sister just got a part-time job while finishing up college so she had to work on BF. I hope you scored some great deals.

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A Casual Friday Outfit

Review: Talbots Shoe Haul

My Talbots shoe order has finally arrived. I was going to review them yesterday (before the promotion ended) but there was an issue with my order. I didn't get them until today. However, Talbots is having a "Friends and Family" event (30% off everything with code FRIENDS plus free shipping). I hope I can give you some useful information just in case you are eyeing some shoes. I ordered 3 pairs of shoes to try. I'm normally a 6.5 (sometimes a 7) in shoes.

First up is the Corrine Platform Penny Loafers in 6.5 (small sizes are still available)

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Review: Talbots Shoe Haul