A Small Dose of Tribal

Feeling a bit sluggish from the weekend, an off-the-shoulder knit seemed like the perfect Monday companion. I have so many wool-knit-cashmere slouchy tops because they're just so comfortable! It's like I took my bed to-go for the day : )

Katilyn Clothing Off-the-Shoulder Sweater (Similar here) 

Citizens of Humanity Jeggings | Enzo Angiolini Pumps 

House of Harlow 1960 Double Tribal Necklace in Green | Ettika Bracelets 

Korcula Laura Ring in Yellow Gold | O.P.I St. Petersburgandy

"Woman on a Journey" Artwork

I've been really into tribal print. And House of Harlow 1960 always has the most gorgeous detailing in all their jewelry pieces. I'm such a big fan of theirs! The only con is that most of the chains that their pendants come on feels super delicate so I'm always paranoid that it's going to snap. But so far so good, no mishaps yet! 

And just in case you're wondering. I got that art piece in the back from a vendor at the Rose Bowl Flea Market. She does amazing work and every piece is one-of-a-kind. It wasn't till I spotted this piece, till I understood the meaning of art speaking to you. Titled "Woman on a Journey" it really struck a chord in me and every time I look at it, it excites me to know that I have such a long road ahead. Carpe diem! The quote "It's not always about the journey, sometimes it's about the destination" comes to mind.

Last day to enter my first blog giveaway! A big thank you to everyone for supporting my blog. I know its not usual for people to start giveaways especially with such few followers, but I can't contain my excitement for starting this blog and just wanted to share this excitement with all of you!

Happy Monday everyone : )

5 Inches Above Puddles

If you're currently in Southern California, you'll know that the predicament of a rainy weekend came early today. Although wanting to prepare myself for a possible rainstorm, I couldn't bring myself to wear boots today! After trudging through blizzards and mountains (fine fine, more like small piles but cut me some slack! I'm from SoCal!) of snow when I was traveling over the East Coast, I told myself that I would put off wearing boots as long as possible. So instead, hellooo wedges!

Don't let the height fool you, these wedges are so amazingly comfortable and not to mention sturdy! I was able to stay dry by being a good 5 inches above water and had no worries of slipping. If you're not a pumps person, wedges are your loophole. You have such a better foundation than the typical spike that pumps have, so it's so much easier for you to walk in! I especially love cork or espadrille sandals because they're so casual yet chic. You can pair them with seriously anything in your closet (Jeans? Yes. Dresses? Yes. Shorts? Yes yes!) and your outfit automatically takes on a fashionably rolled-out-of-bed appeal factor.

Abercromie & Fitch Sweater - It's oversized because I got it in L : ) 

Forever21 Belt that came with a pair of pants | Aldo Wedges

Splendid Linen Pants in Sage (DIY Ripped) | Joie Alicia Feather Tank 

Intermix Shark Tooth Necklace | Vintage Silver Ring (L Hand)

Ethika + ASB bracelets | Marc Jacobs Bruna Belted Tote* 

Ladies, let me introduce you to my favorite purse and my proudest Ebay snipe-bidding moment. I am so in love with the Ostrich-Neutral color of this bag. I definitely considered it an investment piece because it's shape is just so timeless. Every girl needs in her closet: a classic bag, a good blazer, your go-to dress for all occasions, and a gorgeous piece of statement jewelry. This bag will still be a classic when I'm 60 years old and not to mention it's quilted and gold accented....need I say more? 

*The color I have is discontinued, so the link above is NOT the same color as mine.

Don't forget to enter my First Blog Giveaway! It ends February 28th, so in THREE MORE DAYS!

FIRST BLOG GIVEAWAY: Shu Umeru-Me!

In celebration of my first official launch of my blog I've decided to do a fantastic giveaway for all my readers! What better gift to give then something that I absolutely cannot live without? Now this is a product, that even with all its hype, has definitely lived up to its name. I have stick-straight lashes that have gone through countless mascara brands and eyelash curlers in a painstaking trial+error process that I'm glad I'm done with.

Shu Umeru is actually no longer available in the U.S. so if you don't already have one in your beauty arsenal kit, it may be difficult for you to find. I could only find it on Amazon.com and the prices have risen because of their limited availability. So take advantage of my giveaway while you can!

I'll also be including a tube of my favorite Maybelline Define-A-Lash Mascara.

This is the only mascara that works for my lashes and I love it.

To Enter:

For your entry to be valid you need to be a public follower of My Embellished Life. 

You must also leave me your e-mail address and name in my comments section of this post.

This contest is open only for U.S. residents. Sorry! I will do an international giveaway next time!

*Unfortunately, I will have to disqualify all entries that do not follow any of these above conditions.

Want more chances?

If you leave the FIRST COMMENT below (+2 entries!)

Post this blog giveaway on your Website/Facebook or RT via Twitter  (+1 entry)

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GIVEAWAY ENDS FEBRUARY 28TH at 12:00AM PST. 

Thank you so much for all of your support! I really appreciate it and I love reading all of your messages/emails. This is just a small way for me to say thank you : ) 

Good luck everyone!