Hello 27!

Oh I turn 27 today and I am feeling all sorts of emotions - happy, anxiety, and relief. Happy because I am excited to start a brand new chapter - chapter 27 and I am a tad bit anxious because I hate the feeling of the unknown and after chapter 26, I am unsure what to expect in chapter 27. At the same time I am feeling relieved because chapter 26 was a whirlwind. After chapter 26 I figured it was best for me to share with you the things I learned in year 26 and will make sure to bring with me into year 27.

Below are the 10 things I learned in year 26:
1) It is okay to not be okay.
2) Things happen for a reason
3) Not all friendships are permanent.
4) Sometimes a good playlist and a good cry is all you really need.
5) The importance of a morning and a night time routine.
6) Real friends will stick by your side, regardless of the situation.
7) It's the littlest things that matter.
8) At the end of the day, a hug and a good laugh is the best medicine - for anything.
9) Change is constant and you need to be able to adapt.
10) Love is the greatest thing ever.

Birthday Outfit

Dress: Piperlime Heels: Steve Madden Necklace: Coordinates necklace and Arrow necklace

This weekend was my birthday and I took it serious. It took me about a month to found a perfect dress and I will spare you the details of how many dresses I ordered and returned before I finally decided on this one, the day before. I decided to keep this dress because after wearing for my birthday dinner I'll be able to wear it again for another occasion. This dress can easily be paired with shoes that are striped, nude/blush, grey, floral, or leopard shoes. I, of course, chose to pair this dress with leopard print pumps. The thing about a simple dress is that it can easily be mixed and matched with several pieces in your closet and you get more use out of it. This year it is all about the basics and in the end paying a little bit more for something that can be used more than once, makes the purchase worthwhile.

It's my Birthday!

T-shirt: Ily Couture Jeans: Piperlime Shoes: Nine West Necklace: BaubleBar Rings: Flat ring and Wavy Midi Ring

Yes, today's my birthday! Exactly 24 years ago I was born and I am taking full advantage that my birthday landed on a weekend this year. I take my birthday serious because its one of the few times a year when it's all about you and who doesn't enjoy feeling special? The past year was probably the year where I learned a lot and crosses some things off my list.  I'll be spending the day with my loved ones but before I go I wanted to give you three things that I've learned in the past year:

1) Hard work will get you far in life but if you don't enjoy your life along the way, you will never be satisfied.

2) Loving yourself really does lead to true happiness.

3) Laughter is the best medicine.