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Big Announcement: Becoming a full-time Blogger

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“You will know how far you can go, when you pursue your passion and never stop trying.”

― Lailah Gifty Akita

Waking up this Monday morning was very exciting. It will officially be my last Monday dragging out of bed at 6:00AM. Typically my Monday’s are very hectic. Once I am out of bed I would hurry to get ready before waking my son around 6:30AM. I would get him dressed, make us breakfast, and then we rush out of the house by 7:30AM. I would drop him off at school and head to work afterwards. And now repeat this scenario five (5) times.

Sounds pretty busy, doesn’t it? Well, it is…was.

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Most of you probably don’t know but I’ve been working full-time time aside from What Would V Wear, being a mother and wife. I’ve had a corporate job for the last 5 years and ever since I started my blog 1 ½ years ago my life became even busier.

I would work all day (9-5) using my lunch breaks to shoot outfit posts, then pick up my son from school, come home, have dinner, and then edit pictures. It was literally the same routine, Monday through Friday. My weekends are typically more fun and more family oriented, but I will have one or two photo shoots as well. Luckily my outfit shoots don’t take too long. I would seriously dread photo shoots if they took more than 2 hours since my weekends are my sacred family time.

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The balancing act of three jobs (I am including my jewelry business) and motherhood finally hit a point where I had to make a decision: Which way do I want to go?

I decided to take the entrepreneurial route. I left my full-time corporate job to pursue my career in blogging and jewelry making.

So, what does this mean for What Would V Wear?

1. It means more exciting content! I am planning to blog four times a week. You can expect a new blog post every Mo, Tue, Wed and Fr.

2. I am expanding my handmade jewelry business with a new collection coming out in February!

3. Delivering new ideas from motherhood, home interior, etc. Stay tuned!

Are you excited? I certainly am! I’m over the moon to celebrate this new chapter in my life with you all today, and I’m so grateful for all of you! You gave me the courage to take a leap of faith to pursue my dream! Words cannot express how grateful I am for all of you. Thank you for your support, and please know that I will always support you as well.

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And as a celebration my family and I are heading to Paris and Germany! Be sure follow along on Instagram and Snapchat (@WhatWouldVWear)!

PS: Beyond humbled and grateful to be featured in People Magazine’s current Stye Watch Magazine Issue. 2016 couldn’t have started any better. This is certainly the best surprise as I am starting my full-time blogging career.

As always, thanks so much for reading and thank you again for your support!

Much love, always.

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TOP: Dear John Denim c/o (Similar HERE) | RINGS: Bling Jewelry “V Ring” c/o | Bling Jewelry “Tri Stone Ring” c/o | Bling Jewelry “Midi Ring Set” c/o | LIPSTICK: CHANEL

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Winter Layering

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Winter layering is so fun, believe me. I have created my personal building blocks of a solid, and stylish wardrobe to help me get through the cold winter. There are plenty of ways to layer any outfit to create an on-trend look, or a look that is simply comfy.

Below are my 5 Tips to a Perfectly Layered Outfit:

1. Start with a basic/solid top. In my case I grabbed my favorite solid-colored knit sweater.

2. Add another layer. I added a faux fur vest that I’ve had for years. It’s soft and it gives my outfit some depth.

3. Then add a coat. I suggest a solid color, like camel, and I know you have seen me rock this Uniqlo coat many times but I cannot help it: It’s my favorite winter coat this season!

4. Next, add a scarf but since I was wearing a turtle neck sweater I decided not to add a scarf.

5. Add accessories. You see me wearing my favorite rings, watch and cuff from my V Wear Collection.

Now it’s your turn! How do you like to layer?! Do you have any tips for me? Let me know by commenting below!

As always, I would love to hear from you!

PS: Don’t forget to come back Monday 1/11 for my BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

Much love.

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DENIM: Dear John Denim c/o | BOOTIES: Choies c/o | COAT: Uniqlo c/o | SUNGLASSES: Choies c/o | SWEATER: ASOS | VEST: Similar HERE | LIPSTICK: CHANEL

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Boho Chic

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Boho Chic to me can be described in three (3) words: It’s inspirational, dreamy and whimsical. Now most people think of ‘boho’, as in flower-children full of whimsy and free-flowing dresses. To me, boho chic is much more than that. It’s a lifestyle. Being free, and being able to wear what you desire. I love finding unique pieces, and I am certainly not afraid to add more color to my wardrobe. I definitely have fun with fashion and I don’t take it too seriously.

One of the things I did last weekend was exploring the vintage racks in my neighborhood. I found this belt, hidden in a corner. It’s an old Michael Kors belt which I was able to get for just a few bucks! I love finding treasures like these. It’s almost most like these vintage items are telling you a story. It has history, and I just love that. I often catch myself wondering about the owner, and how the person before me wore it.

So, yes, I adore the bohemian lifestyle. I try not too much to conform to trends but instead focus on my own art in fashion.

What are you thoughts on the bohemian lifestyle?

As always, I would love to hear from you, and thanks so much reading!

Much love.

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COAT: Choies c/o ($30!) | SHOES: Choies c/o | SUNGLASSES: Choies c/o | DENIM: H&M | HANDBAG: Amazon (UNDER $150!) | BELT: Michael Kors (similar HERE) LIPSTICK: CHANEL | HAT: Forever21 |  LIPSTICK: CHANEL

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Happy New Year

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Happy 2016, Everyone! With each New Year I start to begin to think of fresh starts, reaffirmations of love and promises for a brighter future to come without even realizing that I’m already there. I feel extremely blessed. Starting this blog has given me tremendous joy and confidence. And this is because of YOU! If it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t be living this dream of mine.

So, today I would like to express how much joy you have given me! Your support means the world! I’ve been blogging for 1 ½ years, and I am still in awe of all of you! You are the most amazing friends (yes, I consider all of you my friends!) one could ask for! Thank you again from the bottom of my heart – I am so blessed because of you.  I truly wish you all much joy and happiness in return!

I am counting my blessings but wishing you more, and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for all of us! Let us not forget: We are all writing our own story in this so-called-life so, let’s make it a good one! Happy 2016, my dear friends!

PS: One (1) more week until my BIG Announcement!

As always, thanks much for reading and have a wonderful start to your week!

Much love, always.

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SKIRT: Choies c/o | BOOTS: Boohoo c/o | SUNGLASSES: Choies c/o | COAT: Uniqlo (low in stock – hurry (!), or similar HERE) c/o | HANDBAG: Amazon (UNDER $150!) | LIPSTICK: CHANEL | VEST: Forever21 (old, similar HERE) | TOP: Bohme c/o (Dress worn as top similar HERE) |  LIPSTICK: CHANEL

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Multi-Colored Booties

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These multi-colored booties with their shiny patent leather have a retro seventies feeling look to them, don’t they? I have long been a fan of booties and with all these fabulous new styles and colors I simply could not resist this pair! Visions of blue, green, purple and fuchsia got me very excited as I saw them on Choies’ website. Known for their reasonable prices I knew immediately that I needed those fun and colorful heels in my shopping cart.

These booties bring out something fresh and exquisite out of them which I why I decided to bring back the 70s this season: Multi-colored booties, midi skirt glam, and a wool coat to keep me warm.

What do you think of this look? Let me know by commenting below!

PS: My husband surprised me with Adobe Lightroom for Christmas and I am sure you can tell that I’ve been experiencing/working with it (especially with these images). I have used only Photoshop in the past so, Lightroom is new territory to me. Please, bear me with me as I am learning as I go, and if you should have any recommendations or tips on how to edit your images beautifully I would definitely love to hear from you!

As always, thanks much for visiting & have a Happy New Year! Can’t wait to see you back here in 2016 as I will start the New Year with a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

Much love.

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SKIRT: Choies c/o | BOOTIES: Choies c/o | COAT: Uniqlo (low in stock – hurry (!), or similar HERE) c/o | SUNGLASSES: Choies c/o | SWEATER: Choies c/o | LIPSTICK: CHANEL

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