Stylista Esquire

Virginia is for (Wine) Lovers

February 17, 2017 No Comments

Happy Friday everyone! I mentioned last week that B and I were going to visit some wineries before he headed off for a month-long work trip, so now I get to share one of my favorite VA wineries with you and a new one we just discovered. For those who don’t know, Virginia has a ton of wineries all over the state and they are amazing!

Just about 50 minutes outside of DC, you will find one of the most beautiful wineries in the Northern Virginia area, Barrel Oak Winery. I spent my birthday here last year and fell in love with it. BOW has a large barn with a main common room, two side rooms, and lots of outdoor space, so it is perfect for large groups. Tastings start at $7, and as of this past weekend, they had a light/floral tasting and a more robust/strong tasting. I did the Sparkling Tasting (champagne, prosecco, etc.) which was special for Valentine’s Day. The special tasting also came with a rose and chocolate, which totally won me over!

Fashion

My Greatest Fashion Achievement

February 14, 2017 No Comments

Goodnight Macaroon Cape (old) – similar here and here

Lush ‘Perfect Roll Tab’ Tunic – available in tons of colors

Tom Ford ‘Anoushka’ Sunglasses

BCBG Max Azria Oak Knee High boots (old) – similar here and here

I am finally sharing this cape with you all and it is probably one of my proudest purchases. Sometimes my champagne taste needs to be put on a beer budget, so when I fall in love with certain items, I need to step away and really (and I mean REALLY) think about it. Some of what goes through my head – Can I afford it? Will it truly be an investment piece? (i.e., will I keep it for many years) How much use will I get out of it?

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Walking into the Weekend

February 10, 2017 No Comments

Sam Edelman ‘Wilson’ booties – also available in black and wine

Happy Friday friends! This week has flown by…rather, this month is flying by, and I have been trying to catch up on so many things – work, blogging, learning a new warm-up for barre, and life in general. I did a huge load of laundry last night and felt like I accomplished tons. I hate doing laundry, which is why I have so many clothes, so I don’t have to do laundry!

Fashion

My Favorite New Trend

February 8, 2017 No Comments

Tiered Sweater (legit think my aunt got it on eBay) – similar here, here, and here

Vince Camuto Leggings

Sam Edelman ‘Wilson’ booties

These sweaters have been all over the place and for good reason! According to my auntie, who is very stylish, all these tiered sleeve sweaters are popular because of this Valentino one. The price is steep, so she searched for some great dupes (I learn all my tricks from her) and actually bought me the black one I am wearing in these pictures!

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My Favorite Workout/Athleisure Clothes

February 3, 2017 No Comments

Nike ‘Juvenate’ Sneakers in Black – more colors here and here

good hYOUman leggings – similar here and here

As some of you may know, fitness is a huge part of my life. I am a big advocate for taking care of your body, so I not only workout a lot, but I am also a fitness instructor. I have taught ZUMBA for over 4 years and have recently begun teaching barre. This is also a shameless plug to check out NeighborhoodBarre Arlington and come tuck, lunge, and curtsy with yours truly.

With all my personal workouts, classes, and general love of athleisure wear, I have narrowed in on my favorite brands and items and now, I am sharing them with you!