Two weeks ago I had brunch with my cousin at Barbaro. I had no clue what to expect, but I have heard good things about this place. The place looks vintage and super cute! I loved the atmosphere. There was only one waiter and you can imagine the service was a bit slow.
Barbaro [Eat]
Friday, December 14, 2018Two weeks ago I had brunch with my cousin at Barbaro. I had no clue what to expect, but I have heard good things about this place. The place looks vintage and super cute! I loved the atmosphere. There was only one waiter and you can imagine the service was a bit slow.
Pleated Skirt [Steal]
Wednesday, December 5, 2018Moshe's Golden Falafel [Eat]
Monday, November 26, 2018
I have been to this place like about 4 times and it never disappoints me. My cousin, which happens to be vegetarian wanted to go out for lunch, so I suggested Moshe's. She wanted Grimaldi's (which is amazing too) but since Moshe's is only open until 3pm it is harder to go than Grimaldis.
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Leather Dress [Steal]
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
If you guys remember in my Instagram stories during one of the try on-session I included a leather dress. I got from a thrift store. Most of you voted yes, so I bought it. It was almost $20 bucks but it is real leather so I thought it was worth it. When I took it to the Dry Cleaner they said it would cost $75 to clean leather! I was shocked! So I found a way to clean it at home. Then, I went online to look for similar dresses and found many that are faux leather under $50!
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San Francisco [Travel]
Tuesday, November 13, 2018Holiday Cards with Basic Invite [Steal]
Sunday, November 4, 2018Tahoe [Travel]
Thursday, October 25, 2018
My husband planned an anniversary trip. He wanted to go somewhere secluded where we could enjoy nature. He chose Tahoe. Since I am more of a city girl, we had to compromise and go to a place that has it both. So, we flew into San Francisco and drove 3.5 hours north to Truckee, California. It was a great adventure.
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Mule Booties for Fall [Mix & Match]
Monday, October 22, 2018Now that fall is finally here I wanted to post about these gorgeous Dolce Vita mule booties I got from DSW. These hybrid booties are perfect for Texas weather, which you all know is unpredictable. From the front, they are booties and from the back they are mules. Plus, I know I might sound very lazy but all you do is slip in your foot and you are all set! You really need to own a pair of mules! After you try them on you will not want to wear anything else. These cuties come in three colors, suede beige, suede grey, and leather black, which are perfect for fall and winter.
DIY Halloween Costumes [Steals]
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
It is that time of the year again, Halloween! And if you are like me and procrastinate until last minute! This post is for you! I used items I found in my closet to create these costumes! I bet you can do it too! If not, you can always go to your local thrift store and spend very little.
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2018 Fall/Winter Trend [Animal Print]
Monday, October 1, 2018Our Wedding
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
On September 30th of last year, I got married to my best friend. It has been a great year and thought it would be a great opportunity to share with all of you a little more about our journey towards saying I do. Here are some fun facts about Alex and me and our wedding.
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Slingback Shoes [Steal]
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Ever since I saw the Chanel slingback shoes with cap toe I thought it was such a classic piece. I did not mind checking the price because you know it's Chanel. Then I saw a DSW ad promoting these Franco Sarto shoes and I bought them immediately. I had $10 off from DSW points so they ended up costing $49.99. compared to Chanel $875 shoes, I think this is a steal!
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Up to 90% Off at Yoox [Steal] Pieces Under $300
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Yoox is having its annual friends and family sale! Some items are marked up to 90% off. I started browsing because 90% off sounds pretty tempting and found many investment pieces and also many cute casual pieces. This is when I wish I was adopted by Warren Buffet or Bill Gates (they would be proud I am buying 90% off), the reality is I can only afford one or two investment pieces and several casual ones. And I am ok with that :). Here are all the pieces I would buy if I could. They start at $13.
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Royalton Riviera Maya [Travel] Hotel Review
Friday, September 7, 2018
This past week I traveled to Cancun for a relaxing vacation. My mom, aunt, and my brother's family came along. My brother and his wife were the ones that arranged the hotel, choosing the Royalton. This all-inclusive resort has 5-star ratings. To be honest it has been the best all-inclusive I’ve stayed in. Not sure if it’s because they opened a few years ago but the service and most importantly the food was outstanding. If you are planning a trip to the Rivera Maya and want to stay in an all-inclusive, I would definitely recommend The Royalton. Here are a few tips if you stay here.
Vegetarian Pozole Verde [Eat]
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Since I have been craving soups lately, I decided to look for a vegetarian pozole recipe. You see, my favorite pozole is the green one because the tomatillos give it a tart flavor, which I love. Plus according to my Mom, you can basically add all the green veggies you have in your fridge, including peppers, spinach, lettuce, cilantro, kale, etc. That sounds like tons of vitamins and pretty healthy.
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Polka Dot Romper Dress [Steal]
Tuesday, August 21, 2018Turn your Closet into Cash with The Real Real
Friday, August 17, 2018Dress over Pants Style Challenge [Mix & Match]
Monday, August 6, 2018Swimsuits for All Body Types [Steal]
Tuesday, July 31, 2018
I try to visit the beach every year, this year is not the exception. I try to buy at least one new swimsuit. Last year for my bachelorette trip, I bought several swimsuits, which weren't quite flattering. I started thinking about which style would fit better, so I researched my body type. I found that the most common female body types are Apple, Banana, Pear, and Hourglass. To find out which is your body type click here.
Botika: Peruvian-Asian Fusion [Eat]
Tuesday, July 24, 2018Embroidered Mesh Tops [Steal]
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
This past weekend my father in law celebrated his birthday. We went over to his house and watched the World Cup final game. We spent all day there and then they planned to go get early dinner. I woke up early that day and my husband made me change my outfit to something blue since he was rooting for France. I grabbed the first thing in my closet and changed.
A Day in Washington DC [Travel]
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
I went to Washington DC on a business trip. Although I was there for 4 days if I add the hours I explored the city between days I think it adds up to a day. My first impression of the city was, clean, organized, cultured and green. The weather was hot in the day and got cooler at night. If you are planning a trip to Washington here are four things I recommend to do.
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Vegan Rice Crispy Treats [Eat]
Tuesday, July 3, 2018
I can't believe 4th of July is upon us. I have the perfect recipe for whether you are hosting or going to a party. This is the most simple recipe ever. The trick is finding vegan marshmallows. As you may know, marshmallows contain gelatine. Gelatine is made from animal bones and collagen, the most common source being pigskin. That sounds a bit gross, even though I love taquitos al pastor!
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Gingham Tops Under $20 [Steal]
Monday, June 25, 2018
Gingham has been trending for a while and every time I see something with that print I am attracted to it for some reason. I have in my closet three tops with black gingham print, all different styles. But last week I was scrolling through ShopBob and saw this cute top from Madewell. It was on sale for $68. I always try to search for a lower price before buying anything (unless the price is already low). I literally copied the item description and googled it. I found the exact top at Madewell for only $20. This item is out of stock but I found similar ones at the same price and/or lower.
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Banana Oatmeal Cookies [Eat] Vegan Friendly
Wednesday, June 20, 2018The Jumpsuit Trend [Steal] Under $40
Tuesday, June 12, 2018Ocho by Havana [Eat]
Wednesday, June 6, 2018Ocho is a very unique eatery which is located inside the chic Hotel Havana. The place is in a glass conservatory overlooking the River Walk and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night snacks. They serve a mix of Mexican, Cuban, and Texan cuisine.
A Weekend in New Orleans [Travel]
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Planning a weekend trip to NOLA? What to do? Where to eat? Where to go? Here some good places and things to do during your weekend trip to New Orleans.
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Packing for Memorial Day Weekend
Thursday, May 24, 2018The Granary Cue & Brew [Eat]
Monday, May 14, 2018Silk Scarf as a Hair Tie? Yes, No, Maybe So?
Monday, May 7, 2018How do you feel about wearing a silk scarf as a hair tie? Last time I wore one was about 18 years ago! OMG, that makes me feel old! I remember wearing my smiley face silk scarf on my ponytail all the time! Back in the 90's when the peace and love sign, smiley faces and flower power were a thing. Well, it seems like the bows are coming back! Maybe the smiley faces too! ha!
Brunching at Cappy's [Eat]
Thursday, May 3, 2018
Last weekend was fiesta and if you live in San Antonio, you know that it is a big deal! The city shuts down and we all party! Well, I had a very eventful weekend with my husband, family, and friends. On Friday, we were all off from work and headed to the cactus show at the Botanical Gardens. After that we headed to La Fonda had a couple of margaritas and had a delicious lunch. I wish I would've taken better pictures, but I was having so much fun with my mother in law, aunt, and hubby that I missed the opportunity of taking any good pics. Well, I know I am making this a long story, but La Fonda and Cappy's are owned by the same family, and they are both delicious.
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Floral Print Palazzos under $30
Monday, April 30, 2018Last week I went to TJMaxx looking for a gift and I ended up buying stuff for me and forgot to buy the gift! I bought two pairs of floral print pants! I bought the red one that is on my Instagram feed and this one this green one that I am featuring in today's post.
Boyfriend Shirt [Mix & Match]
Monday, April 23, 2018I have been eyeing my husband's gingham shirt since I moved in with him. He never wears it but for some reason, it is still hanging in his closet. So, today I was in a hurry and went into his closet and saw it there hanging. I grabbed it and just wore it without thinking.
Floral Blazers Under $40
Tuesday, April 17, 2018Flowers are in full bloom right now, as you may see! Weather is just amazing in San Antonio and everyone is getting ready for Fiesta! You can say it really feels like spring. Since Fiesta is around the corner and the weather is perfect, I decided to wear my floral blazer. Plus, I look festive! (Fiesta is a huge deal in San Antonio).
Vintage Shopping [Steal]
Tuesday, April 10, 2018Spring Obsessions [Splurge vs Steal]
Tuesday, April 3, 2018You all know that I LOVE finding "STEALS" but I also think that when you really like an item you should SPLURGE! I am not going to lie, 90% of the time I shop the steals! Today is not the exception! I listed all my Spring Obsessions and created a Steal vs Splurge chart. I will let you decided whether you want to splurge or get the steal! Since I am wearing several items from the chart I will also review them.
Bachelorette Party Guide Las Vegas [Travel]
Thursday, March 29, 2018Last time I was in Vegas I was 26, single and full of energy. Five years later many things have changed. I am 33, married and not so full of energy. I could say I can't keep up with my younger self anymore.
Mix Prints [Polka Dots and Stripes]
Wednesday, March 21, 2018Wrap Dress [Mix & Match]
Tuesday, March 13, 2018I can't wait for spring weather to get here! The weather in San Antonio has been cool but no sun. It rains almost every day. Which is ok, but I will soon get depressed if the sun doesn't come
out. To make my life a little warmer I started taking out all my sandals and spring dresses. I found this dress that I have only worn two times.
Burgerteca [Eat]
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
A few weeks ago my coworkers and I decided to try out Burgerteca. One of them read a bad review from the SA Express-News, so instead of not going, we decided to judge it by ourselves. Hey, there is no bad publicity.
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Trench Coats under $100 [Steal]
Thursday, March 1, 2018Spring is almost here and that means rainy weather. A trench coat is a classic staple you should have in your closet.
Layered Lace Top
Thursday, February 22, 2018
I read somewhere that FASHION is what you buy, but STYLE is what you do with it. That has been stuck in my head for a while and it encouraged me to mix and match different items and use what I have in my closet. I have always had the idea that with some good basics in your closet, you can have endless options.
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Lentils for Lent [Eat]
Tuesday, February 13, 2018I can't believe Lent starts so early this year, the same day as Valentine's! That means meatless Fridays. Although I have mentioned before that my diet is 80/20; 80% vegetarian and 20% eat whatever I want. Sometimes I have no idea what to cook, so I like to share with you guys all the meals that I have mastered and that you can make during Lent.
Hearts, Polka-Dots and Velvet for Valentine's [Steal]
Wednesday, February 7, 2018Vintage Silk Scarf [Mix & Match]
Wednesday, January 31, 2018My vintage silk scarf obsession started back when I was in college. I remember going for the first time thrift shopping and wanting to buy everything! I had a part-time job at a juice bar and during my breaks from class and work, I would go downtown to the thrift stores to hunt for treasures! I bought coats, old handbags, clutches, sometimes vintage dresses or tops and of course tons of silk scarves. I used to have more than 50 but when I moved out of my parents' house my mom got rid of many of them.
Wide Leg Pants [Mix & Match]
Wednesday, January 24, 2018Remember I told you guys that I wanted to save money by being more creative with my closet? Well, this weekend I had an idea! I am going to start a new section under STEALS called "Mix & Match". I will be featuring an item from my closet and wear it three times in a row, every time creating a different outfit. This is a win-win situation! I will be using my clothes more often and you guys will have different ideas on how to mix & match an item.
Removable Faux Fur Collar [Steal]
Thursday, January 18, 2018I have been wanting a denim jacket with faux fur for a while! Although I have seen many on sale, none caught my attention. For this year one of my resolutions is to save money and be more creative. Do I really need a denim jacket with fur, when I already have both items in my closet?
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