tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29776367298300437452024-03-05T07:55:49.171-05:00Felix and Leofelix and leoUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-66463842806503091472012-09-24T14:16:00.000-04:002012-09-24T14:16:13.963-04:00And the Award for Best Blogger Goes to...<br />
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...FELIX AND LEO. not.<br />
Summer is over. Internships have been completed. Routines are forming. Fall is here. Blogging is calling. Stay tuned my amigos. Stay tuned.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-85180134715380547122012-06-24T01:09:00.001-04:002012-06-24T01:09:15.763-04:00Organization: Jewelry! Ahh the age old question every girl asks herself when she's getting ready...WHERE THE HELL IS MY (insert jewelry item here)?!?!! This happens to me more than I would like to admit (mainly because I always leave it at the boyfriends house). I've discovered a few solutions that help me to stay organize and to get dressed faster and thought I'd share with you (aren't you lucky!?).<br />
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First thing: Necklaces.<br />
These go on first for me because they are the easiest and don't get in your way. I found this great jewelry organizer at <a href="http://charmingcharlie.com/cc/landing/standardCategory.jsp?question=&pageNum=0&pageSize=29&trail=5012%3Acat20012%3A5014%3Acat20058&_requestid=2733126" target="_blank">Charming Charlie</a>. They have a ton of different colors and prints so you're bound to find one that fits your decor.<br />
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Second Thing: Bangles!<br />
Who doesn't love a good arm party?? I mean, c'mon seriously! I was lucky enough to find this at a boutique's going out of business sale for only 5 bucks but you can probably find one just like it on eBay! It really has changed my bangle accessorizing for the better.<br />
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Third Thing: RINGS.<br />
Rings are my jam. I love them. They seriously make me feel like a rockstar. I love wearing them especially when I am typing...I know it's strange but it just makes writing papers and what not just feel so much cooler. This awesome (and a little bit creepy) hand was given to me from my sister when I moved away to college.<br />
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Fourth Thing: Purses.<br />
Whether your into giant hobos or small clutches or even backpacks (hey I'm not judging, rock 'em if you can!), purses are probably the most difficult thing to store and organize. Over the years I have found what works for me and that is what you see below. I keep my current obsessions on my coat rack right by the door, easy to see and grab when heading out. All my other bags I keep in my closet on a bookshelf on top of a shelf (instant storage without spending a ton on those fancy closet systems!) They are organized by color and use, with the least used on top and the more used on the bottom (sorry no pic of the closet, it's a little hard to get in at the moment but I pinky promise an apartment post soon!)<br />
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AND finally, the others: hats, scarfs and headbands are thrown in a storage bin in my closet (I don't wear them too often, unless it's cold out, which is never.)<br />
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So that's it ya'll. Organization is awesome. It really does a soul wonders to be organized and have everything (even little things, like rings) in their place and easy to find. It makes getting ready so much better. I mean, seriously, who wants to spend their time getting ready looking for things?! Not this girl. I'd rather dance. And with that, I bid you good luck on your organization endeavors and remember think creatively, look for inspiration, and don't stress. Adios Amigos.<br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(You may ask yourself "where does she store earrings?". The answer is, I don't wear earrings. My holes closed up about two years ago but the earrings I do own are on the flip side of the necklace holder from charming charlie.) </span></i><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-58405620863426230592012-06-11T14:23:00.002-04:002012-06-11T15:42:04.285-04:00FUNdamentals for Summer! Summer is here people! SO get ready! As you may or may not know by now but I live in Florida or what I like to call it during summer, hell. It's hot. It's swampy. It's humid. It's M-I-S-E-R-A-B-L-E. I can't even go outside for more than a minute without feeling like I'm melting or going into some heat- induced panic attack. BUT I live here (for now at least) and I have to make do and survive and in order to survive the summer I have a few fundamentals to help me make it through.<br />
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First of all, the most important thing is sunscreen. Sunburns aren't cool and if you want to be tan get a spray tan. Another summer essential for me is the Evian face mister. It's a life saver and instantly cools you down! It's a little pricey so in order to save money you can just buy a small spray bottle in the dollar section and fill it with Evian bottle water or whatever water you like. For my lips, I like a little color so the new M.A.C. Hey sailor sun tints are perfect! While we would love to walk around in just our bathing suits all summer that is not socially acceptable (yet!), thats where jean shorts come in handy. Match them with whatever you please, they will keep your legs cool and look stylish too. Next thing is a white button down tunic, wear it as a cover up or a shirt, it's just awesome. My favorite dress for summer is a maxi dress. It's so flowy and comfy and you can still sit criss cross indian style on the floor without worry about your underhoos showing. On my feet I wear a pair of neutral sandals or <a href="http://felixandleoblog.blogspot.com/2012/06/summer-shoes.html" target="_blank">sandoots</a>! And I ALWAYS grab my Rayban wayfarers and a fedora. Now it's time for me to face the heat yet again. Wish me luck! Adios Amigos!<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span"><span style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-top-width: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;"><i> Just a little Sunday inspiration to get through the week. I'm spending the day with my kitty, peppermint tea, an Audrey Hepburn movie marathon and working on blog entries. Hope everyone is having a lovely afternoon! </i></span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-88960447127089217772012-06-04T18:57:00.001-04:002012-06-04T18:59:56.565-04:00Summer Shoes<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">
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While I spend most of my day barefoot, when I do have to put on shoes I'm grabbing these babies. Living in Florida, I don't get to wear boots very often (unless of course I want my feet to sweat like crazy!). These shoes are the perfect combo of boot and sandal. I like to call them boondals or sandoots, okay, actually I just made that up but both those names are pretty awesome if I do say so myself! Below, I have found some other awesome boot sandals that I wish I had in my possession (<i>sigh, someday). </i><br />
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They are perfect for any outfit from high waisted ripped jean shorts and a white tank to a flirty sun dress. While summer outfits can sometimes feel a little boring (especially if the only shoes you wear are flip flops), boot sandals add that little bit of pizzaz and oomph to make any blah summer outfit feel fun and different! SO I ask you, would you wear boondals? What's your favorite summer shoe?<br />
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Lipstick. It's something that I used to be very, very afraid of. I wouldn't even wear lipgloss, just plain Burt's Bees. But in the past year I have become obsessed, I mean seriously OBSESSED. Not only do I love wearing it but going to the counter and picking out a new one is always so fun and refreshing. I walk up to the counter feeling blah and leave feeling like a brand new girl ready to take on the world. It really finishes a look and makes me feel so much more polished. Currenlty my go-to lip pies are M.A.C brave and lovelorn. Do you wear lipstick or are you more of a chapstick girl? Do you have a favorite brand? Mine is obviously M.A.C. but I am always up for a new suggestion!<br />
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MEOW, MEOW, RAWR, HISS! Okay, now that that is out of the way I can move on to more important things like the fact that I recently found two pairs of leopard pants on sale for fifty percent off. At first I was skeptical about the practicality of owning not one, but two pairs of outrageous pants, but I soon discovered the amazing fact that leopard is a neutral (meaning it goes with ANYTHING). Really, it does, try it with denim shirts to stripe tops to neon. So I encourage all you crazy fashionistas to go and purchase this newly discovered (at least new to me!) neutral and take it out for a test run. Believe me when I say that wearing leopard really does make you feel more cat-like, and that is never a bad thing. MEOOOW (that is bye in catspeak, which I speak fluently).Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-18881584537698627982012-05-23T15:04:00.000-04:002012-05-24T09:44:10.657-04:00Bad Little Blogger!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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So it turns out I am not the blogger I thought I would be... I started this blog with the intention of writing every day (or at least once a week!) but as it turns out I haven't. You see, I have been in a rut, a post-grad lifestyle rut if you may. So here it is my blogger declaration of writing more often: I, Catie, owner of the blog Felix and Leo promise to write at least once a week. If I don't then there will be no chipotle for that week! (JUST KIDDING, I could never deprive myself of that! but seriously, I promise to write more.) And with that being said... it's time for me to get writing. Adios Amigos!<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(I realize I said something similar before but this time I REALLY mean it!) </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-62918664955516852212011-11-29T00:26:00.001-05:002012-05-29T00:22:38.554-04:00Long Hair, Don't Care.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I grew up always wanting to grow my hair out like Ariel from the Little Mermaid and I finally did. This past weekend though I bid farewell to my mermaid long locks and hello to a shorter (at least for me) hairdo. And it feels so good! I can finally blow dry and straighten my hair and my arms don't feel like they just worked out.<br />
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On a different note, I hope you all had a wonderful thanksgiving and found lots of good deals on black Friday (I sure did!!)<br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">(P.S. I finally got a new camera and I can't wait to share my photos with you!) </span></i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-19771204630120643662011-11-15T00:10:00.001-05:002011-11-29T00:41:17.570-05:00One Item Three Ways: Burnt Red Corduroy PantsI have been on the hunt for some awesome corduroy pants, specifically in a burnt red/brick/ brownish color and today I finally found some! But I got to thinking about the practicality of colored corduroy; can they really fit in my wardrobe already or will I have to buy new shirts just to go with them? So like any young women as soon as I got home from the mall I started making outfits (I like to rationalize my purchases like I'm sure most of you do!). Much to my surprise I could make so many outfits with my new burnt red corduroys! Below are some examples of the outfits I made :<br />
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Pair colored (in my case burnt red) corduroys with a neutral color sweater and sparkly necklace. I've been lusting over these boots for sometime (they are super fun!) and I think they would go fabulous with the corduroys. Top it off with a felt hat and a pink lipstick and you're ready to hit up the stores for all those holiday deals.<br />
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<b>Rocker Corduroys!</b></div>
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If you're having a rocker type of day, corduroys can be the perfect alternative to leather leggings or jeans. Pair it with a denim button down with cool details and an armful of bangles. On your feet wear leather motorcycle boots. To finish off the look, wrap an infinity scarf around your neck and exchange your knitted beanie for a faux fur one.<br />
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<b>Party Corduroys! </b><br />
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Corduroys may not be the typical party pants but I believe
that with the right outfit they can totally be party pants! To dress up
corduroys wear a sequined covered t-shirt and a patent leather nude pump. Wear
some sparkly earrings and add a pop of color and fun with a bright colored
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So I say colored corduroys are awesome and I cannot wait to
rock some of these outfits this fall. They are not only a nice alternative to
jeans they can be very practical, even in bright colors. What do you all think?
Will you be sticking to jeans or opting for corduroys this winter?</div>
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;">These aren't my EXACT clothes but they are similar! ( I mean
seriously I could NOT afford a sweater from the row but a girl can dream!)</span></i></div>
</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-74425753777750389412011-11-14T00:25:00.000-05:002011-11-14T00:25:00.113-05:00Yay or Nay: Ponchos!<br />
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Is it a giant scarf? Is it a blanket? No, it’s a poncho! With the cold weather quickly approaching the need to find comfy outerwear is here. While most girls will lean towards pea coats and leather jackets, I challenge you to wear a poncho! It is the perfect combination of a snuggie and a warm coat. Ponchos are comfortable and warm. So whatever you call it, poncho or cape, I say let’s rock them this winter!</div>
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Via <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/oh_poncho/set?id=39225214" style="color: #007bff;" target="_blank">Polyvore</a></div>
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Now don’t be afraid to take the fashion risk, below is some awesome outfit inspiration:</div>
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<strong>Holiday Party Poncho:</strong></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/fancy_poncho/set?id=39433175" style="color: #007bff;" target="_blank">Polyvore</a></div>
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Jazz up the poncho trend but sporting a vintage inspired lacey see-through number. It’s the perfect addition to any strappy holiday dress. Keeping with the vintage feeling of the poncho pair it with back seam tights and a feather headband. With this poncho you will be the star of the party!</div>
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<strong>Weekend Poncho:</strong></div>
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Via <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/weekend_poncho/set?id=39433207" style="color: #007bff;" target="_blank">Polyvore</a></div>
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For the weekend opt for a printed poncho with jeans and tall boots, it’s the perfect mix of comfort and style! It also transitions nicely from running around town picking up Christmas presents to relaxing by a fire drinking hot cider with friends.</div>
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<strong>Lazy Day Poncho:</strong></div>
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When it’s a lazy day (we all have them!) opt for a sweater poncho. This one is perfect. With the turtle neck you won’t even need a scarf! Pair it with printed leggings and a warm white thermal. For your feet wear a slouchy sock and weather boots for mucking around campus after a snow storm. And don’t forget to top it all off with a furry hat to keep your head warm. </div>
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So let me know what you all think?! Is it a yay or a nay? For me it's a yay! </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2977636729830043745.post-39478325163890181812011-11-13T23:21:00.001-05:002011-11-13T23:31:28.677-05:00Welcome to my world!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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