I am determined to be cheerful and happy in whatever situation I may find myself. For I have learned that the greater part of our misery or unhappiness is determined not by our circumstance but by our disposition.”
Martha Washington
Almost a year ago (my official blog anniversary is April 7! – stay tuned for an exciting post!) an enthusiastic Chicago girl hit the “publish” button, and I’m so grateful that I did just that. Ever since that day my little space of mine has taken me to such wonderful places, from meeting new and exciting people to fashion shows and networking opportunities that I will never forget! I’m beyond grateful for all of YOU because you have not only encouraged me to strive for more, but you have encouraged me to start my own business as well. My jewelry designs have been so successful because of YOU, and I simply cannot THANK YOU all enough! Hence today’s post is about YOU and the pure joy of happiness you all bring to me. Happiness, which I’ve learned, does not come from how many followers you have on Instagram, or how many likes you get on a picture but moreover it is a spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace and gratitude. I’ve made it a habit of mine to try and make at least one person happy every day. I’m all about encouraging one another, and this being said: I truly hope that my little space of mine – aka my blog – is a place of encouragement and happiness for you all. Where you are not only inspired by my outfit posts but you find a reason to smile and be happy.
As always, thanks again for your support!
I love you all.
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JEANS: Choies c/o (ON SALE for $19.90!) | SHIRT: T&J Designs c/o | JACKET: Choies c/o (ON SALE for $28.99!) | SUNGLASSES: Illesteva via Neiman Marcus | CLUTCH: GiGi New York c/o | BRACELETS: What Would V Wear “Handmade With Love” Collection | SHOES: Target | NECKLACE: T&J Designs c/o
I love that you mention love, grace, and gratitude. These three words I will definitely try to carry with me always. Congrats on your blog anniversary and I do appreciate all the inspiration you put out there. You are truly an amazing women and have a special gift! XO
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Glad you read my post, your words really touched my heart too! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
I am very inspired by your pink jacket indeed! Keep up the good work!
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Beautiful post, beautiful person! So amazing what you’ve accomplished in one year! Hooray for you! xx
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! So glad we met here! Hope your move is going well! You should do a decor post or something in the likes! Can’t wait until you return to blogging! 🙂 xoxo
Congratulations on your almost blog anniversary! You should be proud of what you’ve achieved and I always love seeing your colourful outfits! xx
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Well said, Vanessa! Congratulations on all your accomplishments and your almost blog anniversary! I so look forward to your posts and the happiness you share — it’s contagious! And what a wonderful quote from Martha Washington, I couldn’t agree with it more! Have a wonderful Wednesday!
xo, Rachel
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Cute pictures!
Amazing look, i love your jacket!!!
Baci,
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
This is so sweet! You deserve all the success! Congratulations and happy (almost) blogiversary!
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
I agree with all the comments above! You are beautiful, inside and out and I must say: I do smile every time I visited your blog! The bright colors, your smile…it’s just SO CONTAGIOUS! xoxo
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
I love the pretty pink with the edgy distressed denim! I am craving a Gigi New York clutch too!
~~megan~~
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
You are so adorable! I am so happy to have met you and other women like you. You really make this blogging experience so worth it! I love this outfit! That jacket, those jeans, your jewels. You always look so put together!
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Me too, Denise! So glad we’ve found each other! You’re a beautiful soul! xoxo
This is such a sweet post, love your positive energy it’s infectious! You are an inspiration in the fashion blogging community not only because of your amazing style and how smart you are but also your thoughtfulness and respect towards others. Have a wonderful day Vanessa:)
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Your words really touched my heart!! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Your new design is gorgeous <3
I always love your smile and it's perfect around here 🙂
XOXO Tine
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
So inspiring for spring, I love the pastel blush blazer, so pretty! Again, your bracelets are amazing!!! Beautiful inside and out.
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Super cute photos!! Love your jeans and blazer.
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Yay, I’m so happy for you Vanessa!
You look wonderful, you always know how to style blazers)
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
great blazer! it look so nice on you! love the bag also! perfect! kisses
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Beautiful outfit dear!! 🙂
Kisses
Ale
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Thanks, beautiful! Means so much! Happy Wednesday! xoxo
Happy Blogaversarie!
Love that your posts are always so fun and cheery! 🙂
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Love these photos! So much fun 😀
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I like the happy colors of your outfits. Cool look dear.
Amalya
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Happy 1 year blogiversary! I can’t believe you’ve only been blogging for one year. Your blog is so polished and the photography is amazing.
I love the feminine color of this blazer. You look gorg!
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I am just loving those jeans. Amazing look.
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I love your look! I like that you paired distressed jeans with a business-y blazer 🙂
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Congrats on your almost 1 year anniversary! How exciting is that!!!!
Loving your look hun. You always look so pretty in all these different shades of perfection!
And how cool is your bracelet?! LOVE it.
Have a wonderful day! 😀
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You are so lovely and you were born to wear this outfit!! I love the styling of this photo. I swear, you can’t look at yellow like this without happiness. Such a cool look…amazing blazer!
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Aw we must have started our blogs the same day! Hard to believe it’s almost been a year! Love your style! xo
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Aw, I love how happy you always look! This peach blazer is stunning on you! So perfect for spring.
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happy almost blogaversary!! I love these joyful photos- and love following your blog :)~!!
V girl you nailed! I really appreciate this post, you look lovely. I always associate yellow with happiness so great wall choice. Have a great day!
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I am loving the color of that blazer!
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Really fun look! I love that blazer!
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I love this post. So fun and vibrant, perfect Spring look!
Xo
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Congratulations and happy *almost* blog anniversary! That wall is crazy bright and happy!
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That blazer w/ that clutch is everything! Just found your blog and it’s so cute! xo
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Your pink blazer is wonderful… amazing look doll!!!
Kisses, Paola.
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Such a gorgeous look!!! Absolutely beautiful – loving the look and the colours are always perfect in your posts too! 🙂
Layla xx
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Congratulations! So fabulous!! Props to you for being bold and taking a risk; so happy it paid off!! Also, love the bold background! YELLOW!! 😀
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such a great outfit babe !! love it
lots of kisses
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Love the color of your jacket! You seriously are so cute and have such great style!
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Lovely clutch
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K seriously LOVE your blazer and happy almost blogiversiary!!! I would love to read a post about how you’ve gotten so far in the blogging world 🙂
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Such a happy look. Love the blush blazer and the shoes are great!!
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Love this look! That jacket is fierce and your hair looks amazing! I will be definitely be entering the giveaway!
xo,
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You are so inspiring! Happy one year anniversary and I wish you many more successes to come <3
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Awww yay! Happy almost 1 year anniversary to you and your blog! You never fail to brighten my day with a super duper colorful backdrops 🙂
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You always find such amazing colorful walls! Beautiful outfit and smile as always
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You look lovely on this outfit
I love your ripped jeans too
XO
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Love your outfit, my birthday is on the same day that your blog ahahah!!!
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I love your pink blazer and these pics with the yellow wool are so cool!!
Kisses and have a nice day! F.
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Such a sweet post and many congratulations on all your amazing achievements and in less than a year, just shows what hard work and a positive attitude can accomplish! Ill save my congratulations for your 1-year anniversary post but thanks for sharing this, your happy disposition is intoxicating! x
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Aw this is so sweet! Congrats on you almost one year anniversary! I truly enjoy reading your blog every day. You are a beautiful person inside and out! Lots of love, Pam.
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Me encanta ta todo!!!, las pulseras la chaqueta… Todo. Estas guapísima. Bss
This post certainly exudes happiness, especially with that bright yellow wall! I love your shoes/boots, they look so stylish and yet as though they’d be comfortable 🙂
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Loved the pastel shades outfit, classy and stylish!!!! Such amazing photos xxxx
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You look so happy and beautiful.
Loving your Outfit.
♥ Nissi
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Amazing look
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Too cute, girlfriend! Love the neutral clutch!
-Ashley
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I love this look, especially the ripped denim. You look fab, as always!
– Liz
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These pictures are so cute! You seem so happy, love it!! 🙂
Erica
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This outfit and that yellow brick wall make me so happy! 🙂 You are so cute! Thanks for bringing some sunshine into my day!
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Dying over your blazer, so fabulous. Much love!!
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You are such a beautiful human being Vanessa and I really enjoy visiting your blog. It fills me with lots of joy and happiness to see how grateful and humble you are. You posses one of the most precious gifts in life which is the awareness to see and understand the true meaning of our existance. God bless you always and congratulations on your success. You are very talented and I can’t wait to get home tomorrow to wear the beautiful bracelets you created for me. I will be taking pictures this weekend and I will definitively let you know! You look beautiful as always and I love EVERYTHING you are wearing. Have a wonderful Friday!! XOXO, Jeannette
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That jumping shot is my favorite! This post reminds me of items I need to buy for spring, to include block heels and a neutral clutch. So perfect!
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Aww, what a lovely outfit and perfectly captured in front of that yellow wall
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You look awesome and photos are absolutely stunning!!! I love your outfit!!!
have a great day!
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I love this blazer, just awesome color! Looks absolutely adorable on you! Great combo!
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Absolutely cool!!!!
Happy friday Vanessa!!!!!
xo Paola
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So sweet of you, thanks so much! Means a lot coming from you!! Happy Friday, love! xoxo
You look so happy and sweet! Beautiful jacket
Gorgeous style as always!!! Love the clutch <3
xoxo, Vitri
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