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Homanz Diamond Leather Handbag from Trendcy

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Do you love a diamond? I sure do! So when Trendcy introduced me to Homanz’s Diamond Ring handbag I was thrilled! 

Kitschy handbags are a huge trend right now, so why not rock this trend with a handbag shaped like a precious diamond! Homanz’s Diamond Handbag comes in three precious diamond colors; silver, blue, and pink. Since blue is my favorite color, I chose the blue diamond handbag to review. 

The Diamond Handbag by Homanz is the ideal size for semi-formal occasions. It has enough room inside for a wallet, phone, keys, lipstick, and glasses case; without moving into the daytime, medium handbag size-range. The metallic sheen on the leather, and diamond silhouette instantly add a dressy flair to the handbag. Of course, bling can be worn at any hour of the day, so if you want to sparkle at brunch, wear the diamond handbag!

The closure has a magnetic closure which makes it easy to open and close when you are on the go. The handle is easy to carry hand-held, or draped over the forearm. The Diamond Handbag by Homanz is lightweight, so when you add your purse essentials inside the bag, it is not heavy to carry around. Love that!

Homanz’s Diamond Handbag can be found online at Trendcy.com.

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*Brought to you by Trendcy. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale on now

 in General Fashion / Shopping  tagged nordstrom / spring 2015 / summer 2015 by

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Pictured from left: Dress / Bracelet / Clutch / Tote / Espadrilles / Wedges / Sandals

It’s here! It’s here! The Nordstrom Half Yearly sale has begun . . . This means it is the perfect time to stock up on fabulous items for the summer season at amazing prices for the whole family. The sale starts today and runs through May 31, 2015. After that, everything will be gone! To shop the sale, please click here.

  • Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale:  Save up to 40% at the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale on Men, Women & Kids styles, while supplies last through May 31! FREE Shipping. FREE Returns.
  • Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale (specific to Handbags & Accessories): Up to 40% OFF Handbags, Jewelry, Watches & Home: Up to 40% OFF Handbags, Jewelry, Watches & Home at Nordstrom, through May 31!  FREE Shipping. FREE Returns.
  • Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale (specific to Women’s Active & Swim): Up to 40% OFF Active, Swim and Lingerie: Up to 40% OFF Active, Swim and Lingerie styles from Zella, Nike & more at Nordstrom, throughMay 31!  FREE Shipping. FREE Returns.
  • Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale (specific to Women’s Shoes): New Markdowns on top Women’s Shoe Brands: New Women’s Shoes Markdowns from Sam Edelman, Steve Madden, Ivanka Trump & more at Nordstrom, through May 31!  FREE Shipping. FREE Returns.
  • Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale (specific to Kids’ Shoes): New Markdowns on top Kids’ Shoes Brands: New Kids’ Shoes Markdowns from favorite brands like Crocs, MICHAEL Michael Kors & more at Nordstrom, through May 31!  FREE Shipping. FREE Returns.
  • Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale (specific to Men’s Shoes): New Markdowns on top Men’s Shoe Brands: New Men’s Shoes Markdowns from Cole Haan, Bruno Magli, Nike & more at Nordstrom, through May 31! FREE Shipping. FREE Returns.

To shop the sale, please click here.

My picks from the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale are below:

Dream skirt for spring

 in Bay Area Fashion / General Fashion  tagged anthropologie / casual style / chloe / donald j pliner / outfits / spring 2015 / summer 2015 by

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Pictured: Sunglasses: Prada / Lipstick: Chanel 487 Amorosa / Earrings: Kendra Scott / Necklaces: Bauble Bar, unknown designer / Tee: Gap / Skirt: HD in Paris  / Handbag: Chloe / Bracelets: Samantha Willis / Nail Polish: Chanel Mediterranee / Shoes: c/o Donald J Pliner

I am always on the hunt for a lightweight, casual skirt I can wear during the spring season. If the skirt can transition into summer, or even fall, it is a huge plus! I am in love with this fabulous skirt by HD in Paris. I bought it for myself on Mother’s Day and cannot stop wearing it! Even if the weather is not quite warm enough for wearing it. 😉 

This skirt offers a hem-like hemline which is asymmetrical and flattering. The fabric is lightweight and can easily be worn during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. Love that! Since it is a shimmering chambray, it is easy to wear with almost any color; and easy to pair with different accessories. Another plus!

The fabric does wrinkle easily; which you can see in the photos above. I do not mind the wrinkles since they seem to go with the carefree and casual vibe of the skirt. I had been wearing the skirt for two hours at church before taking these pictures. My seven year old was fidgeting during church and crawling on me. I think the skirt looks pretty good after all that!

I will definitely be reaching for this skirt several days per week this season, and next; and next! It is really comfortable, easy to wear, and flattering. It turned out to be the perfect Mother’s Day gift to myself!

My apologies for not knowing the designer who created the beautiful long necklace I am wearing in these photos. I purchased this necklace about two years ago at an art fair and it is unmarked. If I see the designer again, I will definitely write down his name!