Six Tricks To Layering + OOTD Puffer Vest & Coated Jeans

DIY Top + And Sometimes She Wears Flats and No Sunnies...

Happy Wednesday Darlings! I am in such a great mood today and feeling so much better then yesterday. Whatever "sick" feeling I had is gone (yay airborne)! Yes, I am wearing flats and while taking pics this morning I was feeling naked then realized I didn't have my sunnies on.

Anyway, today I am wearing a DIY top I made a long time ago and never wore using Vogue 1208 which is actually a dress pattern but after I made the dress I didn't like it but wanted to save my polka dot fabric so instead I chopped it off and made a top. The pattern is cut on the bias so treating, stretching, relaxing and pressing always take much more time when you work on the bias because the cutting and sewing can be tricky if you are not familiar with the process; this is a great article by Threads Magazine that can fully explain the process.

 Playing with Textures 

mixing my cords with a silky polka dot print and adding my studded flats adds texture and depth to my look, the leopard belt is an added touch.

Get The Look..

These are the most comfortable pair of stretch cords ever! New J.Crew Cords HERE / DIY Top V1208 /  I fell in love with these Aldo Corinette Studded Flats HERE the minute I saw them and I rarely ever wear flats. 

 My Jewelry is a mix of Tory Burch Turn Lock Bracelet (old) , Coach Bangle, Michael Kors White Band Watch and misc Beads. I also have on my Michael Kors Buckle Ring and Michael Kors Pave Barrel Ring / Michael Kors Bag

xoxo

mimi g.

Classics Never Go Out of Style

Well Darlings! it has been a long week and I am calling it a day on all social media networks but I wanted to thank you guys for being so supportive of my me and my blog, It is a full time job to say the least and I'm grateful to have such great followers. I want to give an especially big XOXO to the frequent commenter's, It's nice to know someone is out there,...... I love my silent followers too!! you are my stealth supporters, coming out of dark corners when I need you, LOL!

So...I leave to you today with a look I plan to wear next week, it's classic and always fabulous! I hope you all have a great weekend and please be safe and kind to each other.

xoxo
mimi g.

Mimi G. Fab DIY Picks + Today's Look

Happy Tuesday!

I have a ton of sites that I visit during the week but I am always on the hunt for cool stuff and DIY'ers so I have listed a few DIY Tuts below that caught my eye while surfing the net and because I am featuring DIY's I wore my reconstructed Jeans to Maxi Skirt.

 I'm also really happy to share a link below for a great site that was sent to me to look at! it's a fantastic online sewing directory for tut's and patterns all in one place!! the creator of SewSet is Jessica who emailed me this morning as I was putting this DIY post together, talk about good timing! Many of you know I am not a "crafts" kind of person but I do love really cool DIY projects that I can use/wear and so here are some that I LOVE and will be making for sure.


*These are my personal picks and I was not paid, asked or encouraged by anyone listed below to feature them*

Sewing On-Line Directory for Patterns and Tutorials

According to the creator the site is still in the early stages but I must say that the idea and what I have seen so far is fantastic.

Joyful Ruffle Neck Top

Joyful Ruffle Blouse: This is super cute, I love other crafty fabulous women ;-)

source: Joy @ www.howjoyful.com  

DIY Miu Miu Inspired Glittery Sneakers

This is Awesome! from Honestly WTF an easy DIY to make your own Mui Mui inspried sneaks.

source: www.honestlywtf.com

DIY Neck Tie to Bow Tie

Neck Tie into Bow Tie: I love this and will be making some from the hubby's ties and I can totally see myself rocking it with boyfriend jeans, a striped button up and heels.

source: www.makeit-loveit.com

Refinery 29 DIY Missioni Inspired Sneaks

Refinery29 (which is one of my fav sites to visit) had this really cool post on making your own DIY

Missioni Sneakers which is on my list of to-do's

DIY Denim Tie Dye
This is really cool because it's hard to find a tie dye denim shirt done well, now you can do it yourself.
source: www.honestylwtf.com has done it again, I love them!

Today's Look 
Mimi G. DIY Reconstructed Jeans to Maxi Skirt
step by step tutorial here

 Forever 21 (similar) Open Work Sweater / DIY Skirt / Tory Burch Navy Sunnies (old) Fall ones are NICE!  / Coach Chain Link Bracelet, Bangle and Matching Ring / Michael Kors Watch

xoxo

mimi g.

BCBG Dell Zippered Dress + Coach Bag

WoooHooo It's Friday!

I am feeling myself today in my BCBG dress! and I have a giveaway this afternoon so make sure to cheek back later ;-)

Get The Look: BCBG Dress here / Coach Bag (purple not available) Cream Color here /Necklace (old) /Shoes (old)

Dress Close-Up

xoxo

mimi g.

Vlog, Updates + What Im Wearing

Happy Thursday!

I'm so excited that so many of you are up for a trip to the fashion district! I cannot wait to meet you

;-D I also wanted to let you guys know that if you follow me on youtube I will be posting my videos using Vimeo now because I have more options with them. 

**ALL my videos will now be uploaded to my vimeo account so make sure to go subscribe so you can keep up with the vids**

What I'm Wearing..

American Eagle Denim Shirt, Express Knit Skinnies, Donna Trend Wedges

Coach Black Bag, Generic Sunnies, F21 Jewelry

xoxo,

mimi g.

Todays Vlog + What I Wore

HI!! This video is a long one, LOL but I had so much to catch up on ;-)

What I Wore...

I am a huge fan of Zara and their blazers, pants, shoes, everything, lol I picked up my blazer a few weeks ago and love it! The forever 21 jeans are one of my favorites because of the wide bell bottom and I can always find great jeans at F21. I just picked up about 10 different tanks/t's from the GAP, I <3 Gap!

Zara Blazer, F21 Jeans, Gap Tank 

Necklace from NY& Co., Clutch Big Buddha

 What I Wore...Yesterday

Yesterday was a busy day and I needed comfort!

I gotta tell you every time I go to H&M I leave happy, lol they have really great stuff and it's a great place to find trendy items for your wardrobe. The denim jacket I have on is from American Eagle which is another place I frequent for great jeans and tops!

Dress H&M, Sketchers Sneakers, Coach Bag, American Eagle Denim Jacket

 Fabric Info

Many of you have asked where to find a print similar to the one I used in the pic above and my dear friend @ High End Fabrics just sent me several yards of this fabric which is pretty close (color wise) to my original print, it is gorgeous in person and has such a great hand; it is a Tencel Gabardine Woven Fabric. Here is his link ;-) 

Also, if you are ever looking for the best most fabulous fabrics make sure to visit www.gorgeousfabrics.com they carry an amazing assortment of fabrics and great prints/knits too. I can personally vouch for the quality and beauty of their fabrics.

Remember when I said I went fabric shopping? LOL here is my haul ;-)

xoxo,

mimi g.

Video Vlog + What I Wore

Hello!!

What I Wore...

Audrey Brooks Pumps, Old Navy Cargos, AE T-Shirt

Coach Bag, F21 Jewelry, Polish is by Confetti "The Call Me Mellow Yellow"

xoxo

mimi g.

The Winner Is!!!!!! + What I Wore

I wanted it to be fair so I added the # of comments (minus duplicates) to a random number generator and I got K.Nicole Williams Congratulations!!!! I'll email you in a bit to get your mailing address. 

I will try to hold a giveaway once a month for you guys! xoxoxo

What I Wore

My mommy asked me if I ever wear flats, LOL so mom this one is for you :-)

xoxo

mimi g.

DIY Shorts: Pattern Review V2981 + What I Wore

Let The Sunshine In!

V2981


DIY Top shown here & New DIY Shorts 

Pattern Description: Fitted Straight Shorts

Pattern Sizing: I cut size 4

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow? These are super simple so if you have made a pair of pants before you will breeze through this.

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love this pattern because I never find shorts with the right fit, length or style. This pattern gives me all of that!

Fabric Used: I used a stretch sateen in bright yellow

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: None

Would you sew it again? I will be making a few more of these.


Would you recommend it to others? Yes!

Conclusion: I love my pants! and I got to wear them with my DIY top I spoke about a few months ago.

Self Drafted DIY Top, DIY Pants V2981, Bebe Gold Wedges

Tory Burch Navy Sunnies, Coach Leather Bag (gifted by my mommy)

Tory Burch Turn Lock Bracelet, Chain Link Necklace (gifted), F21 Emerald Ring

xoxo,

mimi g.

What I Wore | Yellow & Leather

Good Morning!

Today I am feeling good! except for the $400 I gotta spend today on my cars 60,000 mile service :-(
at least I look good! LOL

H&M Yellow Sweater, H&M Leather Leggings, Steve Madden Black Wedges, Purple Coach Bag

xoxo

mimi g.