Buyer Beware!

I took the risk of clicking on one of the Facebook ads that relentlessly dance in my face as I scroll through my newsfeed.  The site was called Rosegal – A fast growing global online fashion store which offers the very best in retro style and unique vintage fashion products.  Or so they say…

As I looked through the site I fell in love with several pieces.  The clothing was stylish and appeared to be well made.  Even though my gut & numerous customer reviews told me not to waste my money, I ended up purchasing a dress and a top.  The cost for both items was under $20 so I figured I wasn’t at a great loss if the clothing never arrived or if it wasn’t what I expected.

My order arrived a week later which I thought was fantastic since most of the customer reviews said it took months for their purchases to arrive.  When I opened the small plastic package I laughed out loud to myself.  I should have known better than to order anything from this site, but honestly what did I expect for $20.

Item #1: Casual Scoop Collar Half Sleeve Loose Fitting Dress

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As you can see, the dress is anything but loose fitting. I am rather small on top (thanks to my son & breastfeeding) and I could barely get the dress over my chest!  Based on their size chart I ordered a size small; my usual size.  From the fabrication to the hemline, the construction of the dress is so poorly done that it’s almost embarrassing.  The stitching looks like a small child completed it – need I say more.

Item 2: Sweet V-neck White Lace Spliced Short Sleeve T-shirt

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The shirt isn’t as bad as the dress.  The fit is boxy and the fabric is very sheer, but maybe I’ll wear it underneath a jacket just to say I did.  Morale of the story, when something seems too good to be true it usually is.

#OOTD – Girls Night!

I love when I have the opportunity to get out of the house without my boys.  Don’t get me wrong, my husband & son are my life, but mamma needs some girl time…and some wine!  There’s nothing better than leaving my motherly/wifey duties at the door and enjoying some quality time with friends.  Last night I met a girlfriend out for dinner & drinks.  We ate, sampled beer, talked & laughed; just what I needed.  It’s nights like these that help me to unwind & de-stress and in turn make me a better wife & mother.

For me, going out with girlfriends is the perfect time to play around with my style and experiment with trends.  Yesterday’s #OOTD was channeling a casual rocker vibe: Knit-sleeve moto jacket overtop a vintage heather grey tank paired with skinny dark denim rolled and tucked into my leather ankle boots.

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#OOTD – Denim on Denim

I couldn’t resist rocking some denim on denim today!  It’s simple, casual & on trend.  The perfect outfit for taking my son to The National Aviary & out to lunch.

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Chambray woven & dark-wash jeans

paired with…

Madewell leather crossbody

Pointed-toe flats

Tory Burch T-logo studs

20150929_092139Visit the link below to find more ways to wear denim this fall

http://www.vogue.com/13301017/new-york-fashion-week-denim-guide/