Gift Guide For Him

Everyone that knows me knows that I am not the best at giving guys Christmas gifts. I tend to  give a gift card due to my bad experience with giving guys gifts. One time i gave a guy  that i was i dating a mug. Their you know i am not the best at giving boys gift.

This year i have decided to make an effort and step out of the box. I don't have many gift to gives to  guys in my family but i will try to gift them something that they will enjoy and will last them for a long time. On this gift guide you have from slippers, headphones to a casual watch and much more.  When you are gift shopping for your Boyfriend or the guys in your life. Buy something you know they will use and something they every time they see it it reminds me of you.

Leave a comment of the worse gift you have ever given to guy.

XOXO Andrea

My Christmas Wish List

Happy Monday Ladies ! Christmas music is on, Poinsettias around the house and Christmas Tree coming together . I said to myself perfect timing to post my Christmas Wish list. This year is less about clothing, makeup and more about accessories and pieces that i will truly use and not only have it wandering around in my room and never use it or wear it.

 I have also included a cookbook of one my favorite Food Network stars Ina Garten. I love watching her and i love all the food she makes. I enjoy baking but one of my goals for this upcoming year is to perfect my cooking skills. So why not with new recipes. 

The most expensive piece in my Christmas wish list is the Fendi bag. I love it and it's basically the ultimate bag that every girls need to compliment every outfit. I have also included a pair of simple pointy toe heels. I have been looking for a pair of heels with a touch of glam and these are perfect with the gold touch on the heel and around the shoe. They are simply perfect plus at a great prize. If you notice most of the gift that are on my wish list are pretty affordable from target to Asos.  

What is one thing that you wish for this year.

 I have left on the bottom all the products.You know just in case you want to add them to your wish list.

XOXO Andrea 

Holiday Gift Guide Under 50 For Her !

purse /  necklace /  phone case / glove /  shawl / Makeup Brush /  eyeshadow / Nail polish sets kit / Mug / Jewelry holder /  Gift Card 

Contemplating that Christmas is in a couple of weeks i started making my gift list already. Although i don't want to go over budget at least not this year. I made a list of my closest family members and friends and the hunt to find the perfect gift has begun.

 If you are also on a budget or simply don't want to over do it. These are the perfect gifts for your favorite girls. These gifts are fun and also very versatile. These are pieces that you can use all over again. 

These are gifts that your favorite girl will remember and if you are undecided of what to get your friends. You can always opt for a gift card.

That's what i do. That way i don't end up over thinking and wasting too much time.

remember is not about the gifts is about the memorable moments.

XOXO Andrea 

A Weekend Casual Outfit

 sweatshirt / J Crew clothing /  pants /  footwear / glove /  hat

Do you like to wear your workout clothing on a regular basis? I am one of those people that not only loves to wear her workout clothing to exercises but also as an everyday outfit. 

Sometimes  I am too lazy on the weekends to get all glamed up. So I wear my workout attire. It is easier for me to run errands and be comfortable at the same time.

These past days it seems that all that I have been wearing has been workout clothing. Don't get me wrong i love to dress up but i also can make a girly and cute outfit with my workout attire.  You just have to add a cute pair of sneakers, buy pieces with color  and a puffer coat and your ready for a casual winter outfit.

Here is a picture of myself an afternoon waiting for the bus. I had on my knee length workout leggings and favorite Free Run Sneakers. 

Have a nice weekend ! 

XOXO Andrea

The Perfect Way To Use White During The Fall

 sweater /  coat / skinny jeans /  handbag

Last week I posted an outfit of the day on my Instagram. I had a pair of white straight denims, a camel peacoat and a pair of leopard flats. Some people don't use white after labor day you know the fashion rule. But why not use white when it is a universal color and it's chic. I love how a pair of white jeans look on me so I decided to break the "rule" and rock my pair of white pants.

 Here i have a very similar outfit to the one i wore last week. I do love fashion but I don't think you have to follow all the trends that are going on . You can make your own trend by being unique. I think this is the perfect way to wear white in the fall. With the perfect camel coat and leopard flats it will give you that fall touch that you wont get during summer or spring. Don't be scared of using white in the fall if you like to wear white go a head give it a try i know it will be one of your favorite outfits.

XOXO Andrea

In A Very Plaid World !

Shop This Outfit : dress / tight / leather booties /  bag, / watch /  necklace / lipstick

I have always dreamed of being that typical classy lady from the upper east side. I guess with my obsession of Gossip Girl. I loved Blair and I loved her outfits. Every time I walk around the upper east side it reminds me of the show and of course of how charming the neighborhood is. In honor of that charming neighborhood and Gossip Girl I have this outfit in my mind. I think this outfit is beautiful and classy. 

 I mean for Gods sake the name of my Blog is Diary of a classy lady. I guess I am a bit obsessed with lady like classy outfits and lifestyles. This outfit is for the typical lady that loves to wear a fashionable outfit and also that loves plaid. This Ralph Lauren dress is perfect for this season. It is the perfect length and color. The makeup can be pretty easy just slap on a dark matte lipstick and you will look FABULOUS !

I wish i could have  it hanging on my closet but since i know that won't happen ill just leave it as a dream. So this is my "I wish i could wear that" outfit post. Happy Friday !! My question for you ladies is what is the synonym of classy to you?

XOXO Andrea

Fall Affordable Work Outfit

sweater /  skirt / Leopard Flats / jewelry

Hi Y'all Happy Monday !! I am the kind of the person that likes to dress comfortable, yet well put together. It is important to dress very well at your job. It also depends what kind of job you do but if you work force that requires you to dress well. I have the perfect outfit for you. This outfit it's perfect for the fall. is stylish and at the same time affordable. Each piece in this outfit are all under 50. As a recent college student I have to manage to keep a budget on anything that I am buying. That's why my go to stores are Target, Gap, Old Navy, Marshalls, Tjmaxx and many more. but those are my favorite.

 In this post i added the typical pencil skirt love the burgundy color. I added a pair of flats from gap which are versatile and match many outfits. But one o my favorite pieces is the sweatshirt with the bird on the front. It's so cute and guess what It's from one of my favorite stores, Target. I added the Phillip Lim for target handbag which I have and is great for work but if you cannot find it at target. I also love this mulberry look a like bag for 40 bucks at Target. And for last a J.Crew Inspired Tortoise necklace. Let's face it J.Crew necklace are beautiful. But sometimes way expensive for me that's why i love Etsy because you can find similar looks for less money. 

Hope this is helpful for you ! Remember you don't have to be tacky if your on a budget is about not giving up and looking for the deals. 

XOXO Andrea

My Type of Guy !

Collar Shirt /  Chinos / quilted vest / oxfords  / Beanie Hat /  iPhone 5 Case

I truly love when I see a guy that knows how to dress.  I don't think I have ever included menswear in the blog. I wanted to a post my favorite picks that are versatile and trendy. All the pieces that I included are great for the Fall and fun to wear. I have the typical plaid shirt, the chinos, quilted vest and suede oxfords. I love to see a guy rocking a pair of chinos I think it looks, comfy and casual. 

I have a long time without buying men's clothing. I don't have any brothers and unfortunately my dad passed away a couple years ago. But I do love to go to the menswear department at my favorite stores such as J crew to check out what is new. And hey you never know I can bump into my prince charm. Okay.... I am a bit exaggerating on that....... but I love a guy that knows how to dress. So if your boyfriend, Husband, Family member or a simply guy friend needs a bit of help this season. Here is a bit of help for them.

I know you can start with one of these pieces. It can be the chinos and simply go from their and  walla you have a fabulous outfit in minutes. I added that phone case it looks like is made out of wood I love the masculinity of it. Hey you can even be trendy with your phone.  And the Beanie I love it ! it has a great color and also it's perfect for fall or winter.

Remember Fall is about having fun and being cozy !

XOXO Andrea

Orange Is The New Black !

turtleneck sweater / pencil skirt / jeans /  tassel loafer / tote bag /  necklace / phone Case / nail polish

One of the things that I love about autumn is how you can spice up your wardrobe with different color palettes.  I am usually all about neutrals. If you look in my closet you won't find a lot of bright  clothing pieces. Now that is October and is finally feeling like autumn I have fallen in love with this tangerine color.  It is Beautiful and this orange tone fits with the season and It's perfect for Halloween. 

If you are like me and love neutral colors you can start with nail polish or a simple necklace. All the pieces that I have added are great. I don't have a favorite but I do know that each of these pieces would be great in your closet.   So lets put some color in our lives this Fall.

XOXO Andrea

Two Outfits, One Pair of Denims !

sweatshirt / shirt /  vest / relaxed straight leg jeans / shoes /  footwear /  purse

Hi Y'all Happy Monday ! I am back with another fun outfit. A couple weeks ago I did a day to night outfit and this time I wanted to do a super easy outfit with one of my favorite clothing pieces. I have said million of times that I love to buy clothing pieces that are versatile and also that I can dress it up or down. Well JEANS are the perfect example of the best clothing piece someone can have in their closet. I don't own many pairs of denims but I do have a couple that I love.  So here i have two outfits and ONE pair of destroyed  light denim pair. I love how Chic meets a bit of toughness. It makes the whole outfit look super effortless.

The first Outfit on the left I have added a jeweled sweater a pair of black oxfords and a color plum bag. I think the color coordinate perfectly and the color plum is just great for this fall. I think this outfit is great if you work at a casual environment or just to meet with your love ones for lunch. It's simple, a bit masculine and girly with the little sparkles on the sweater. 

When I was putting together the second outfit I thought of it as a casual everyday outfit with a sporty touch. I love how these retro sneakers are back. I mean these sneakers are making the perfect come back and they are cute and fun. these go great with many outfits. This outfit that I put together is super easy and plus I think all the pieces are a must for the Fall. I have included the famous plaid shirt and the perfect vest for chilly days.

If you are looking for the perfect everyday pair of jeans. These are great. they have a bit of slouchiness and the distress is just perfect. 

Enjoy !!  and always remember that you don't have to have a draw full of denims to rock the perfect outfit.

XOXO Andrea

Fall Jackets Must Haves

J Crew jacket / Madewell jacket / Karl Donoghue vest / AllSaints jacket / black tweed jacket

Now that fall is finally here I definitely feel the sweater weather or better say jacket weather. It has been a bit chilly lately i have to admit that I already wore my military jacket because it was a bit chilly and really who doesn't like a stylish jacket.

What I love about jackets and vest is that not only are they a must for this fall, but that jackets compliment in a way or other your outfit.  I have included some of my favorite jackets at the moment. I only included 5 because I think these are the ones every lady should have hanging in her closet.

The tweed jacket i think is great for dinner or even corporate work wear. And to tell you the truth it reminds me of Chanel. And who doesn't want to wear a jacket that reminds you of Chanel is the epitome of a classy lady. Another of my favorite is the J.Crew quilted jacket I think is preppy, classy and I think it goes great with any outfit. It's great for day and night.
So..... If you are on a jacket hunt I think these would be perfect for this fall.
 

XOXO Andrea

Fall Outfit Inspiration

 Fall is finally here in it's honor I did this outfit inspiration. This outfit is perfect for the fall. One of the first things that is a fall statement is not really a clothing item but Starbucks goes with every outfit and you know is fall when Starbucks brings back their pumpkin lattes, which I try not to drink multiple times a day because I am a bit addicted.

Every girl should own a pair of Corduroy pants. They are great for the fall plus they are pretty cozy. I love how you can pair it up with any kind of shoes. I ordered a pair from Gap and I can't wait until they arrive. I love sweaters. But I love them even more when they have a classic look. I am drooling over this J.Crew Sweater. What I love about it is the two leather pockets in the front. It is stylish, fashionable and warm. 

Another must for the fall are a pair of Booties. They are great to pair them with dresses, leggings, denims and cords. Plus I love the way they look on your feet and again super comfortable.  

And the last piece is a statement bag. I recently purchased this Phillip Lim for Target Pashli tote, which I am obsessed with, I can't put it down everywhere I go I carry it with me. It will be my fall bag. But If you cannot find it at your nearest target this Tote from Madewell it the perfect leather bag for the fall.

The Good thing about this outfit is that is versatile and you can switch it up with different clothing items. Enjoy this fall!

XOXO Andrea 

Baseball Cap Outfit Inspiration

 Lately I have been seeing many people with baseball caps not only the ordinary team caps but fashionable ones. J.crew has come out with a cap collection for the fall. Which at the beginning I was not that sure about it. First because I never really wear caps and second because I always use floppy fedora hats in the fall. But I have fallen for them. And I can't wait to wear mine. It is one of the coolest trend of the season.

I decided to do an Outfit Inspiration to demonstrate how you can pair the cap on an everyday basis. I think you are giving an extra fun touch to your outfit. It is perfect. I ordered my cap and i can't wait to pair it up with a couple outfit that i have in mind. So if you are like me and think that you might not like the cap trend try it out you never know. 

Have Fun !

XOXO Andrea

My Fall Wish List

Hello Ladies can you believe fall is around the corner. And to tell you the truth I am happy. I was never a big fan of Fall and I don't know why. I guess  while I was in school I always thought that summer was better because I could see my family and travel more often. But now I am obsessed with Fall. And it all starts with the way I dress. No more hot summer days and no more bright clothing or nail polish. 

I already started washing all of my cardigans and scarfs that were hiding in my closet. But a little shopping won't hurt right ? This is my fall wish list. These are all my necessities in order to survive this fall. A good pair of riding boots and the perfect dark lipstick oh and I love the Bath and body works candles.  Another thing that I love about fall is New york Fashion week ! Super excited to see the new collections of my favorite designers.

What is on your wish list for this fall.

XOXO Andrea

The Perfect Day to Night Outfit

top /  skirt / ballet flats /nude heel  / tote bag / purse / watch / jewelry / lipstick

As I have said a million times before that I love to shop for outfits that can have different outcomes from casual to chic or even the perfect after work night outfit. I am a big fan of J.Crew I love everything and one of the things that I love is their skirts. Especially this skirt and since I am in love with prints I think this is the perfect skirt for work or  for a night outfit. It has a great balance and the print on it is just perfect. 

I have created this look for the typical young woman that is fashionable yet works in the corporate world or something similar or that simply loves to wear print skirts. On the left you can see I have added black flats, an over sized watch and a great bag big enough to fit all of her stuff. ( my kind of bag) You can also include a cardigan for the chilly days at the office like this one from J Crew.

On the right I added a bib necklace. It  is a great statement piece, it gives the outfit a touch of glam. A black clutch of course by Clare Vivier, nude pair of heels and a bold lipstick. 

I think this outfit is versatile and great for day and night. Good for the office at day or wine time with friends or the boyfriend. What you Gals think ? leave a comment

XOXO Andrea