Building Your 1st Capsule Wardrobe

In 2018 I am really looking towards, less is more! I'm looking to refine my style and invest in clothes, take better care of them and stop buying all the things all the time. Which I don't usually do, but an impulse purchase has been known to happen. So I'm jumping into creating my first capsule closet.

I stumbled upon Style Bee's 10x10 capsule closet challenge on Instagram and was completely intrigued! Along with the capsule wardrobe, I've been obsessed with Parisian simplicity and style. So bringing those both together, I'm going to share with you my first attempt, struggle and purchases for my Winter Capsule wardrobe.

Sunday Funday: Football Fashion

Sunday is my favorite day of the week. I've never been a huge sports fan. But I have been a fan of fashion!

When I moved to Denver, I didn't realize how big the Broncos were. I've been around them my entire life, my dad is a huge fan, and now Ocean Eyes. But it's not until I begin to be invited to football parties that wanted to dress the part! Here are 3 ways to get your football fashion on for the fare weather fan!

Friday Try-Day: 3 Ways To Face Your Fashion Fears

Ever step out of your fashion box and try something new only to change into something more comfortable? {{RAISES HAND!}} I do that all of the time. I'm always second guessing my fashion choices. BUT today is about working on my confidence and trying something new going into this new season of weather and life!

Making Your Sunday Count

Being in the creative arts, you don't normally work a regular schedule. That is why Sunday is my favorite day of the week! It is my Saturday!

And since it is my Saturday, that means....two things...house work and date night!

Wedding Fashion & FEELZ

Almost a year ago, I attended my very first wedding since my divorce. It was rough.

Two years later, I'm at my second wedding and guess what? I couldn't be happier.

Finding Your Hero Within In

I've had the pleasure of knowing Tony Kim for over three years know. We met on Twitter and then IRL at Phoenix Comic Con 2013. From the beginning of our friendship, Tony has been a huge supporter of The Nerdy Girlie and connecting the nerd community like I was.

I am so happy and proud of what he has created with his new brand Hero Within. Though the line is geared towards men, I would LOVE to wear the Batman peacoat! 

Learn more about Hero Within BELOW and pre order your coats now!

Hero Within is a lifestyle men’s fashion brand that celebrates the heroism found in today’s modern geek. While it’s never been easier to be a passionate geek, expressing your fandom in a professional environment still remains difficult. With very few options, fanboys are mainly left to t-shirts and hoodies. The Hero Within vision is to merge sophisticated outerwear that both reflects geekdom as well as expresses our inner hero. Today’s nerd are more than just enthusiast but are online content creators, influencers in business, shapers of culture and change makers in the community- they should have fashion to express that.

“As fanboys, we’ve grown up settling for limited and boring nerd style- graphic tees and hoodies. While our passion hasn’t changed, our fashion needs have. HERO WITHIN apparel was designed to be sophisticated while shamelessly embracing our geeky side. We hope everyday you can celebrate your hero within.”
-Tony B Kim, Founder and CEO

Whether it's Superman, Batman or your favorite DC ComicsTM hero, we uniquely integrate iconic symbols into the construction of each garment, creating a subtle yet bold statement. This innovative approach will redefine how men express fandom. Our Hero Within collection is perfect for the office, out on a date, meeting clients or attending an event. With many options, we provide elite geeky style for everyday geeks. Hero Within is officially licensed by DC ComicsTM.

With an introductory post from Crazy4ComicCon.com, HeroWithinStore.com will exclusively be open for Pre-Orders 8:00a PST, July 6th to July 31st 2016 (or until they reach capacity). The store will reopen at a future date. The entire collection will be at San Diego Comic-Con (Location TBA on website).

Visit the collection at HeroWithinStore.com.

To learn more about Hero Within follow at @HeroWithinInc and Twitter, Instagram and on Facebook.

Nerdy & Girlie for 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

While browsing the web for Every Day Cosplay items I stopped at one of my favorite sites, Target.  As usual they did not disappoint and distracted me from the task at hand.  Just like in the store!  Phillip Lim has just released a line for Target and it featured some comic book inspired pieces that I thought were super fun!

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I would defiantly have to try these on before ordering, but would LUV to have the scarf and the sweater dress!  I love scarves! :)  I would like the sweatshirt better if it was blue like the dress!

What do you all think?  Worth it?!

Officially Nerdy & 30!

Nerdy & 30
part 3
{part one and two}

I woke up yesterday morning and was 30 years old.  I looked in the mirror and there was a 30 year old. I just can't believe it.  I've been on this Earth for 30 years.  I can't stop saying 30!  LOL  I don't feel any different,  I don't look any different, but this feels like a big thing.  A happy thing.  I am super excited to see what this year has to hold.

I woke up super early {because I accidentally turned on the alarm} and went right to opening presents because the Hunny would not wake for another two hours.  I got the beautiful above sign from my Mom {made by the lovely Growing Up Gardner}.  Now can't wait till Les Miserables is out on DVD!  

Then made some coffee in my awesome new TARDIS mug from my Brock friends.  I had a VERY Doctor Who birthday!  Throughout the morning I was summoned to the door for cards, balloons and flowers!  Already early morning and I was getting spoiled!  When the Hunny was finally ready, it was time to get my shop on!

He and I went to the Fashion Valley Mall {the best in SD} and shopped till we both dropped.  He dropped way earlier than me though!  I got lovely new blue Born shoes with a Nordstrom's gift card {Thanks to my B family}.  A red cardi with my Old Navy gift card {thank you H family!}.  And four beautiful dresses {see above} from Francesca's Collection.  My FAVORITE store, awesome quality and great prices.  It was buy one get one half off!  I'm now ready for my brother in law's Mexico wedding!

A quick run home to change into swim suits for the beach and we were off again.  Then inspiration struck as we passed 7-11.  Birthday Slurpees!

 Though it was 80 inland, the beach at Del Mar was quite chilly so we were only there for a bit.  But it was nice to just relax and take in the day.

We then met my other brother and sister in law in the Gaslamp at The Marble Room for dinner.  It was DELISH.  I had a filet and their parmesan fries.  Perfection.

Had do do a quick stop at Starbucks for my FREE birthday coffee,

before heading home for cake!  I had such a wonderful day and got SOOOO many loving words from friends and family near and far.  I can never say how amazing my life is and how thankful I am to have amazing family/friends/job/home/city.  Thank you all for your wishes yesterday they filled my heart!  

Here's to my 30s!!!