In the midst of a new year, I realized that my closet held untapped potential and hidden gems waiting to be rediscovered. Thus began my personal challenge to dress up more, explore the treasures within my wardrobe, and embrace the joy of dopamine dressing. 

In the world of fashion, staying on-trend and achieving a designer look often comes with a hefty price tag. However, savvy shoppers know that style doesn't have to break the bank. One of the key secrets to achieving a designer look for less is finding affordable alternatives that capture the essence of high-end fashion. In this blog post, we'll explore how popular retailers like Target and Steve Madden are offering stylish options reminiscent of the iconic Chanel ballet flat and slingback, allowing fashion enthusiasts to indulge in the latest trends without emptying their wallets. 

Metallics have been making waves in the fashion industry, and silver, in particular, has become the go-to shade for those seeking a futuristic and eye-catching look. Jeans, being a wardrobe staple, have not been left untouched by this trend. Metallic silver jeans effortlessly blend the classic denim silhouette with a touch of shimmer, creating a statement piece that's both versatile and stylish.

We are huge Peppa Pig fans in this household. Anything Peppa Pig is a knock out! We were so lucky to come across these super cute Peppa Pig food picks on Amazon and now, all of Sofia's snacks and treats and served with them. Sofia was so excited for these food picks. They come with an adorable ceramic jar, and can be used in so many creative ways. I can imagine how adorable they would be as a decoration for a Peppa Pig themed birthday party. This set from Amazon comes with 6 adorable food picks that are topped with a main character from Peppa Pig made from silicone. The food picks are durable, and great quality! I am so impressed with them, and Sofia is a huge fan! She even asked to eat her steak using her new food picks. 

Get them here - Peppa Pig Food Picks - set of 6 

We all have that handbag that we lose sleep over, and this was mine. Besides a Vert Fizz Birkin 25 with palladium hardware, this Louis Vuitton vintage Murakami Cherry Blossom pochette is it. Thanks to eBay's authenticity guarantee it's not only mine, but I get to rest assured that I have the real deal and not some knock off. Shopping with eBay's authenticity guarantee was simple, and provided first class service to have my bag authenticated in person by a professional before it was shipped out to me. The whole process of getting the bag authenticated by eBay added no more than 2-3 days to the total shipping process. 

This set from Lovers and Friends has got to be my absolute favorite set in my closet. It's not sold as a set online, but I couldn't imagine not getting the dress and the crop jacket together to wear as a set. I did get the dress and crop jacket from Revolve and they are currently both on sale! 

Lovers and Friends Tai Cropped Jacket 

xoxo,

Katrina

I did some research before pulling the trigger on this dress. The reviews were very hit or miss. Some people loved the dress, some said it was bad quality and I have to say, the quality is great. The only complaint I would have it the sizing. It does run small in my opinion. I'm wearing a size Large and normally I would get a small or medium. I loved this dress so much I ended up also ordering it in white so I can style it with some of my colorful bags and shoes. 

I did forget all of my accessories and jewelry since I was too overly excited to get some photos in before I was all finished getting dressed. That's what happens when you're rusty because you take so much time off from blogging...lesson learned! 

Let me know if you've been loving the Barbie-core trend. My favorite color is pink so its an easy yes for me.