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So it’s a New Year and with that comes the promise of new beginnings and new adventures to come for 2013. 2012 brought about many changes for me and its going to be fun seeing everything come together. I celebrated both with my family and then friends at a small gathering. Per usual, I was overdressed and in ridiculous heels, good times!

Cropped high/low black top w/ faux leather sleeves: Love Culture

-In my opinion the main focal point of the outfit is the amazing pants Im wearing! They are high waisted shiny metallic pants purchased at Forever 21. They are still available on the site! Super comfy and an affordable option when you feel a little fancy.
http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=bottom_pants&ProductID=2030631977&VariantID=

My amazing heel-less black platforms were purchased on a trip to NY over the summer at rainbow. They resemble many different designer versions (steve madden, jeffrey campbell etc) but I got them for less then half those prices! I love popping into little random stores like rainbow even though it may be hit or miss just because when you do find something its usually an awesome score like these heels! Got so many compliments on these babies, and I only tipped over a couple of times.
http://www.rainbowshops.com/Curved-Back-Platform-Pumps/3110004064846,default,pd.html?dwvar_3110004064846_color=RUST&start=58&cgid=all-shoes

http://www.stevemadden.com/Item.aspx?id=95107&np=163_382

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=22902662

The total cost of my new years eve outfit was around $70 including the heels! Proving that you can be thrifty even for the really special occasions.

Heres to this year being full of new and amazing opportunities (both in life and for my closet).
-Love Ari

Oh the holidays, they can either make or break you. Fortunately for me this time around I had my amazing sis get away from the freezing temperatures of NY and come visit us here in the sunshine state. I missed her so much and my wallet definitely suffered as we made up for lost time shopping our lovely brains out. Stay tuned for haul pics of those many items purchased (yes I bought myself a lot of christmas gifts, I deserve them!) Here are some snip-its of our experimental outside photo shoot. Enjoy!

-Love Ari baby (please say the baby)

For my first look I went with a semi-fall ish outfit since it was nice enough to bare some skin but yet still appropriate for fall boots and blazers.

My sparkly gold top was thrifted while the light weight grey floral blazer was on clearance for $10 at target! I love stalking my local two target stores and waiting and watching items that I see them continually mark down. The thrill of the hunt!

The shorts are old grey high-waisted (a must have for my body shape) trousers from forever 21. I am currently craving these babies http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=bottom_shorts&ProductID=2030186690&VariantID=

The most recently purchased item were these amazing high buckled boots. They are half pleather and half suede. They are so chic with a wedged heel and super comfortable to walk in. They also fit my calf area nicely with or without jeans which is typically a major problem for me with boots. I also got them on sale when forever 21 was having a 30% off all boots sale a couple of weeks ago. Love, love and love.

http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=shoes_boots&ProductID=2030186726&VariantID=

Lastly this is my favorite Jason wu straw bag from his original target launch. I pair it with basically anything I own since its so neutral and casual. It’s so beat up and It’s no longer available in stores but I’m most certainly sure they probably have some floating out there on eBay.

The next look didnt photograph as well but I still desperately wanted to share these pants with the world before they completely sell out on asos. This skinny trouser is the perfect menwear inspired piece but with a major twist! The sexy side mesh inserts with polka dot print make for an unexpected element. Everytime Ive brought these babies out Ive received so many compliments. They are worth the investment for dates, causal outings, even sexy evening wear! I paired them with a satin button up from forever 21 and a set of black gold capped heels as well as flats for a more casual spin on the look. It’s still currently on sale on asos reduced from $50 to $30. GO GET IT NOW!