Fashion

Denim Off-the-shoulder Top

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

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It’s Thursday, babes…and I am so ready to go on another vacation this weekend! Summer will soon be over so let’s enjoy the last 2 months, maybe, to be outdoors and wear our summer clothes. This cute denim off-the-shoulder top from Sheinside is super darling and I might be able to get some use out of it this fall by wearing it with booties and jeans. Even though I like expensive clothes and acessories I also love a good deal, who doesn’t? I often buy things from this website called: Sheinside. It can take a month for you to get your items but they are pretty reasonable and the pictures don’t lie. So if you are a girl on a budget you should totally take a look at their website!
On another note, I hope you like today’s look. Let me know in the comments if there is anything you would like me to post about in the future!

 

Thanks for stopping by,

Xoxo,

Gabi

 

Sheinside off-the-shoulder top

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Summer Pants

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

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Hi guys, here is another look that I wanted to share with you. I have many different pairs of pants that I like to wear on warm days during spring and summer. What I like about them is that they are comfortable to wear, they are usually cropped, and most of the time you can find them come in many different patterns and colors. This pair of striped pants are from Loft. They are very comfortable but the sizing is not very true. If you considering on buying them you should try your normal size and a size smaller. I had to go a size down from my normal size on these pants. The top is from Loft as well. They call it “sweater tank” and I absolutely love this tank. Despite a few bad reviews online, I found the fabric very soft and of high quality, I also love how it fits; the deep blue color is just beautiful. This tank with those pants were a perfect combo to me. I haven’t worn my Sperry top siders in a while and I thought it would go perfect with this look.  I am also wearing this very cute necklace from my latest Rocksbox. Get your free month of Rocksbox with my special code to you “colormesassyxoxo“.

LOFT pants / LOFT tank / Sperry’s 

I hope you guys are having a great week! Let me know what you think of this look and if there is anything you would like me to share with you!

Thanks for stopping by,

Xoxo,

Gabi

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Beach Chic Striped Dress

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

Hi loves, if you follow me on Instagram (@colormesassy) you might know that I was just on vacation with my family. We went to Northern Michigan in Harbor Springs. That is probably one of my favorite places to go. One day I hope to spend the whole summer there.

I don’t know if you are like me, but I always have a hard time packing. I always pack a ton of stuff because I never know what I am gonna need. Hey, at least I’m prepared, right?! Taking this dress from LOFT was no brainer. This was my first time wearing it. This dress has a beach chic vibe which I love. It is comfy and perfect just to go walk around town. The week I was travelling I had with me 3 pieces of jewelry from my current Rocksbox set. In the photo you can see the earrings (I am obsessed with them, I wore them almost every day), the wrap bracelet, and the necklace, which you can’t really see in the photos but I will feature them soon on the blog. You haven’t tried a subscription box from Rocksbox you don’t know what you are missing. Rocksbox is my addiction, ha! You can try a free month for free by entering my special code “colormesassyxoxo” at the checkout. Don’t know what Rocksbox is? Read my post about it, here!

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I hope you guys have a wonderful week. Come back soon!

 

Xoxo

 

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White and Blue Inspiration

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

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Hi guys, today I really just want to share with you this look. I love white and blue together, I think they make the perfect outfit combination for summer. I actually got this top and shorts in Greece a feel years ago…so Greek, right? I wasn’t sure if I was going to like these two pieces together because both the shorts and the blouse are flowy…but you know what? I loved. I think it gave an effortless chic and cool vibe to the whole outfit. I hope you guys like it too and don’t be afraid to try something different. You might end up liking it. 🙂

Thanks for stopping by,

xoxo

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Off-the-shoulder

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

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Hi guys! How was everybody’s holiday weekend? Ours was great. We got together with some of our family members and a few friends on the 4th and had a fun party. I am still recovering from the festivities and the long weekend. Anyways, I wanted to show you this outfit I wore last weekend. I think we are all obsessed with off-the-shoulder tops and dresses by now, right? This one is super cute and flirty. I got this blouse at H&M and I am not surprised that it’s already sold out. However, there are some left in different colors. This blouse is on sale and under $15. Great deal if you ask me.

H&M Blouse /Similar black jeans here

Thanks for stopping by!

 

Xoxo

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New Balance Sneakers and a Dress.

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

Hi loves! What a busy summer so far. What is everybody up to? As I write this post is past 11pm and I am super tired…but I really wanted to check in with you! I know, I know, I haven’t posted in awhile but you know you can always check what I have been up to on Instagram (@colormesassy). I wanted to share this outfit with you because I am really digging wearing sneakers with a dress. You know me, I am always happy to wear something comfortable. I love pairing my New Balance (similar here) with a black shift dress. Simple, yet cool. New Balance has some really awesome shoes and a nice variety of styles to choose from.

On another note…If you haven’t check out yet, just last week, I opened a little store on Etsy where I am selling some round brazilian sarongs. I am so happy about it and I can’t wait to share with you the story of how I started and the plans for the future. I will be adding some new exciting things really soon so stay tuned! My store is called SambaSol Outfitters.

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See you soon,

 

Xoxo, Gabrielle

 

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HealthLifeStyleUncategorizedYoga

Why Learn To Meditate

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

The purpose of meditation is to make our mind calm and peaceful. If our mind is peaceful, we will be free from worries and mental discomfort, and so we will experience true happiness; but if our mind is not peaceful, we will find it very difficult to be happy, even if we are living in the very best conditions. If we train in meditation, our mind will gradually become more and more peaceful, and we will experience a purer and purer form of happiness. Eventually, we will be able to stay happy all the time, even in the most difficult circumstances.

By training in meditation, we create an inner space and clarity that enables us to control our mind

Usually we find it difficult to control our mind. It seems as if our mind is like a balloon in the wind – blown here and there by external circumstances. If things go well, our mind is happy, but if they go badly, it immediately becomes unhappy. For example, if we get what we want, such as a new possession or a new partner, we become excited and cling to them tightly. However, since we cannot have everything we want, and since we will inevitably be separated from the friends and possessions we currently enjoy, this mental stickiness, or attachment, serves only to cause us pain. On the other hand, if we do not get what we want, or if we lose something that we like, we become despondent or irritated. For example, if we are forced to work with a colleague whom we dislike, we will probably become irritated and feel aggrieved, with the result that we will be unable to work with him or her efficiently and our time at work will become stressful and unrewarding.

Source:  http://www.how-to-meditate.org/

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Dillon – CRITICS CALL HER A NEW BJORK!

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

Combining singer/songwriter passion with the precision of electronic music, Berlin’s Dillon — aka Dominique Dillon de Byington — began making music when she was still in her teens.

She first made a name for herself when she posted homemade performance videos on YouTube that gained an online following and ultimately led to her first show in Cologne in 2007. From there, Dillon shared the stage with Tocotronicand also performed at the Melt! Festival. She then released her debut EP, Ludwig, on Combination Records in 2008, and also collaborated with the techno-pop group Coma on the Kitty-Yo digital single Aiming for Destruction, the title track of which was featured on the BPitch compilation Werkschau in 2011. For her debut album, Dillon worked with Thies Mynther of Phantom/Ghost and Tamer Fahri Özgönenc of the collective MIT. She and her producers went into the studio monthly from November 2010 to April 2011, giving them time to keep the freshness of Dillon’s demos in the final performances. BPitch released This Silence Kills in November

Source: http://www.allmusic.com/artist/dillon-mn0002742867/biography

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Think green! Eat green!

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

The choices we make about what we eat each day really can have some major environmental consequences. It’s easy to forget about the energy, water, chemicals and effort used to produce everyday food items like chocolate bars, soft drink or a packet of chips. Not to mention the fuel burnt getting these items to you.

Here are a few ideas for reducing that impact.

  • Eat lower on the food chain – Meat production can be energy, resource and pollution intensive.
  • Eating a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, grains and legumes is healthier and easier on the planet. Consider exploring vegetarian options.
  • Eat locally – it saves transportation costs and helps the local economy, too!
  • Take only as much as you can eat!
  • Avoid throwaway plates, cups, flatware and trays. Carry and use your reusable mug.
  • Eat at food service areas where you can use ceramic plates and cups, metal silverware and reusable trays.
  • Avoid take-out food which is over-packaged.

Source: http://www.go-green.ae/

Source: http://www.gourmetproject.net/roman-style-artichokes/

 

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The Holistic Benefits of Ustrasana (Camel Pose)

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

There are poses in yoga that benefit almost all the body systems. Camels Pose is one of them. Do it the right way and it will bring you lots of benefits on physical, mental and emotional levels.

How to do

Sit on knees, make sure your thighs are perpendicular to the floor and your knees are a hip-width apart. Check that your soles face upward and your toes are touching the floor.  Put your hands on your sacrum or on your hips. Inhale and start arching your back, move your hands from hips (sacrum) to your heels one by one. And if your neck feels alright, throw back your head.

Benefits

  • Increases spine flexibility and improves posture
  • Stimulates the thyroid gland
  • Normalises the digestion
  • Relieves tension in shoulders, back, and neck
  • Improves respiration by opening up chest
  • Stretches hips and abdominal muscles

In addition to all the above, Camel Pose has a great effect on your mental and emotional health.

It is a great stress reliever. Have you noticed how you start slouching when you are burdened with problems? By relaxing your spine in Camel Pose you are letting go of stress and anxiety. The pose also opens up heart chakra and brings suppressed emotions to the forefront. Some people even start crying in this pose. So, Ustrasana is a good way to deal with emotions.

Mindfulness helps you go home to the present. And every time you go there and recognize a condition of happiness that you have, happiness comes

Thich Nhat Hanh

As you see, yoga has a very beautiful pose to bring your body, mind, and soul in harmony. Stay in this pose for the maximum of 20 seconds when starting, you can then increase the time up to 30-60 seconds. And don’t forget to breathe deeply.

Source: www.yoga.com

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Laceup Sandals for Summer

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

You have probably noticed by now that laceup sandals will be everyone’s new summer obsession. From celebs to bloggers, everyone owns a pair of this type of sandals. So what’s so cool about them? I am answering my own question…they are cool! They look cool on your feet. Women are so crazy about them that every shoe store sells this style of sandals now.

This laceup sandals in the picture is from ASOS and it is under $40. I wear size 7.5 but ordered size 7 and fits perfectly!

I gathered a few of the best options of lace up shoes that best suits your budget. Spend a lot or a little…I’ve got you covered.

1.Schutz 2. Nordstrom 3. ASOS 4. Schutz 5. Nordstrom 6. ASOS 7. Madewell 8. Nordstrom

Which one is your favorite? I could have them all!

A moda da sandália gladiadora (lace up sandals) está invadindo as lojas de sapatos dos Estados Unidos. Essa super tendência que invadiu o verão no Brasil este ano, agora está chegando por aqui. Eu sou louca por esse modelo de sandália então eu pesquisei as melhores para vocês que estão vendendo por aqui com preços muito bacanas. Essa que eu estou usando é da ASOS e está menos de 40 dólares!

Qual a gladiadora favorita de vocês?

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Rocksbox Subscription Box Review

by Gabrielle Loomis
written by Gabrielle Loomis

Two weeks ago I was introduced to a subscription box called  Rocksbox.  Imagine a large variety of jewelry you can “borrow” and wear for as long as you want, 3 pieces at a time. Doesn’t that sound amazing?! Take the Rocksbox style survey, and a stylist will hand select three pieces of your wishlist and send them to you. Choose at least 15 pieces you would like to receive from the jewelry gallery. Rocksbox is a subscription box so all you have to pay is $19 a month to receive amazing jewelry straight to your mailbox. You also get $10 monthly to spend on the jewelry you want to keep, as long as you are a subscriber. Really cool, right?

Thanks to Rocksbox I can give you 1 FREE MONTH subscription. All you have to do is apply this special code colormesassyxoxo at the checkout. If at the end of your subscription you are not happy with your box you can cancel it. I hardly doubt that you will.

Duas semanas atrás, eu fui introduzida a Rocksbox que é uma caixa de subscrição de bijus. Imaginem uma grande variedade de bijus que você pode “pegar emprestado” e usar durante o tempo que quiser, 3 peças de cada vez. Não parece incrível?! Depois que você se cadastra no site e responde o questionário sobre o seu perfil, você adiciona na sua wish list as bijus que gostaria de receber. Feito isso, uma das estilistas da Rocksbox seleciona a dedo as três peças que serão incluída na sua caixa. O serviço é personalizado para que você tire mais proveito das bijus. O valor da subscrição é de 19 dólares por mês. Se você deseja comprar alguma biju é só você não mandar a peça. A Rocksbox também te dá 10 dólares mensais para gastar nas peças. De mais, né?

Infelizmente esse serviço só vale nos Estados Unidos. Se você conhece alguém que mora nos Estados Unidos, compartilhem esse post. Graças à Rocksbox eu estou oferecendo a vocês 1 mês de graça de Rocksbox. É só incluir o código colormesassyxoxo no final do cadastro. Se no final do primeiro mês de subscrição você não estiver satisfeito, é só cancelar e você não terá que pagar o próximo mês.

Ring and pendant necklace from my 1st box.

I am seriously really impressed with the packaging and the jewelry. I love the excitement of waiting for my next box.

You guys have to check them out! Plus, don’t miss the chance to receive a FREE month subscription!

Let me know if you have any questions about Rocksbox.

Eu estou seriamente impressionada com a embalagem e as bijus da Rocksbox. Eu adoro a ansiedade que eu sinto para a minha caixa chegar em casa.

Se você tiver alguma dúvidas sobre Rocksbox é só deixar uma mensagem para mim nos comentários.

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