Ootd:Spring- Pastels

Hello friends,

Just sharing a quick pic of my outfit!
Since yesterday was Easter I wanted to bring in the celebration with an undeniably springy look!

I hope you like it :-)

Shoes: H &M  Pants: F21 Shirt: Express

It's finally spring y'all! Let's get out and look good while doing it!! 

That's my 2 cents!
 -Kimba

Ootd: Rain Gear!

Oh Boston, you're so wild! Snow, then rain, then hail and snow again. It's a slushy mess outside today. Don't use bad weather as an excuse to look a hot mess. Lol. A simple scarf and bright rain boots will spice up any outfit. Here's my look:

I rolled and tucked my hair away so I'll avoid frizz . 

Stay dry y'all! 

That's my 2 cents! 

-Kimba

Dandify: Brown, brown and more brown...

It's cute! I promise.

Neutrals, animal print and flats... Yes please! 

Details:

Top: Old Navy

Belt: H&M

Pants: Ann Taylor LOFT

Shoes: Tory Burch

That's my 2 cents! -Kimba

Cute fall fashion and fall crawl:day 3 :-)

Although the weather has felt a bit crisp here in Boston, fall doesn't officially start until Friday.  My mind has been  set on fall fashion for weeks! Here is a  cute outfit idea! (It isn't affordable friends, just CUTE)

Calling all pearls! by kimbas2cents featuring heel boots

Ohhh the things I would do for these Burak Uyan heel boots! Yum! LOL

Hotel Particulier low top
£97 - julesb.co.uk

Billabong shirt
moosejaw.com

Boyfriend jacket
$130 - topshop.com

Seven For All Mankind skinny leg jeans
$180 - net-a-porter.com

BURAK UYAN heel boots
$925 - net-a-porter.com

Buy Eco Tools Powder Brush Online at drugstore.com
$8.99 - drugstore.com





Fall Crawl Day 3!

Today we are heading over to Bella Vida by Letty for some inspirational pumpkin decorating ideas! Here is a quick peek at what you'll get to see!

  

Enjoy!

That's my 2 cents!

-Kimba

I'm not rushing summer but...

LOL, Kidding I love to eat... It was my gas money ;-)

I don't want to wear the boots until fall is officially in full swing... Check them out!

Meatball09 in Ivory

These beauties will work wonders with my fall wardrobe! They are a combination of crisp canvas and leather.   The toe and belt are made of leather. While the body of the boot is canvas. The buckles are made of  a warn metal and the heels are rubber. (Although, they look like wood.)

Here is an idea  for an outfit to pair the boots with.

Nine West Meatball in Ivory by kimbas2cents featuring a knit sweater

Knit sweater
$150 - lespommettes.com

MOTHER distressed skinny jeans
$195 - kirnazabete.com

Nine West rubber boots
$52 - ninewest.com

MICHAEL BY MICHAEL KORS leather tote bag
$398 - nordstrom.com

Michael Kors brass ring
$85 - neimanmarcus.com

Ferm Living Butterfly Wall Stickers – Black
$55 - coggles.com

Kross Bronze Metal Stick Wall Decoration
£40 - habitat.co.uk




That's my 2 cents!


-Kimba

Smush!

A Brief Nail Polish Review ;-) 

A quick trip to Urban Outfitters, led me to my new fav nail polish color! UO Nail Laquer in "Smush" .  Not all blue polishes are created equal.  Many wash out your tone or cause your skin to look dry. "Smush" does the opposite. A bit lighter than "Tiffany Box Blue" it's the perfect pigment for any complexion. It will add a fun bright hue to your summer wardrobe.

"Smush" will require a minimum of 2 coats. (I applied 2 and was happy with the end result.) While the polish does go on easily, it does not apply evenly with one coat. ( You'll be left with those dreaded streaks in your polish. ) So, be sure to use a base coat. Remember,no manicure is complete with out a top coat. 

This polish sells for $5.00 at Urban Outfitters. I'll be rocking it through early fall!

That's my 2 cents!

-Kimba

Ban Chiang House and OOTD :-)

Ban Chiang for a little lunch! Nom, Nom, Nom!! 

Ban Chiang House in Jamaica Plain is one of my favorite Thai restaurants. The staff is friendly, the food is yummy, and it's just a short walk from home. I love Ban Chiang's affordable lunch specials!

Today, I tried the Chicken Himmaparm. It was delicious!!!

Sooooo  much food and presented so beautifully!

Chicken Himmaparm and side salad...

 Nancy had the house wings (spicy) and pad thai! Yum! 

oh yeah... we can't forget the Thai iced tea! 

Outfits of the Day

Bag: Steven- by Steve Madden ,Shoes: Me Too, Jeans: forever 21 Shirt: WallpapHER

Clutch: Calvin Klein, Sandals, jeans,shirt: Forever, Belt: Tj maxx

Thanks for stopping in!

That's my 2 cents!

-Kimba

A Cigar box gone Girly! ;-)

Hello Friends! I don't know about you but, whenever I go to my parents house... I look for items I can take to my apartment and make mine. HA! (Thanks Mom!) Last week my parents went to a flea market and my mom picked up a couple old cigar boxes. Well, I took one home and turned it into a jewelry box! I love it. Here is what you will need if you'd like to make one too!

Items needed:

Cigar box

Old tank top                                      

Egg carton

Scissors

Steps:

1.  clean any debris off of your cigar box
2. cut the top and lip of the egg carton off
3. place egg carton in box and cut to size ( make sure carton fits in cigar box with no edges hanging over)
4. Cut the straps off of your tank top

  5. wrap fabric around egg carton (you're wrapping fabric around so the egg carton won't slip each time you are reaching for your jewelry) and tuck extra fabric into space on either side of cigar box

6. fill with your jewelry
7. ENJOY!

That's my 2 cents!

-Kimba

Fabric, Fun and a Fabulous Friend...

Recently, I met up with my girlfriend M from Artsygirlconnection. We took a trip to the neighborhood  fabric store she frequents. Sew-fisticated. Yarn, buttons, and fabric galore! 

 Now, I don't sew much. But, wait until you see the fabulous no sew gorgeous-ness M draped on me! The turorial is posted over at the Artsygirl connection. 
 
Click the link below and check it out! 
No sew awesomeness! 

After our trip to Sew-Fisticated we made a quick pit 

stop for ice cream and a Raspberry lime rickey.

Then off to be creative!

This flavor was called Birthday party...

Marilyn. Isn't she Puuurrrrdddy?

Below you will find a brief tutorial on another awesome no sew project. 

The Hobo Purse

Making this video with Marilyn was hilarious! We could barely contain ourselves. So much fun, she's awesome. We look forward to bringing you many more tips, fun, and creative ideas in the future! 

That's my 2 cents!

-Kimba

Ring... and it's not the telephone.

This BEAUTIFUL ring was designed by the fabulous Jai Underhill. I met Jai while I was student teaching at the Neighborhood School in Jamaica Plain MA. Now, I knew Jai was an artist because she is the art teacher at the Neighborhood school. However, I didn't know she designed jewelry until my student teaching position had come to an end. The staff and students at Neighborhood School threw a going away party for me. At the party Jai presented me with this gorgeous pearl bracelet. 

Once I discovered Jai's not so hidden, hidden talent, I asked her to help me. I had two rings I received as a teenager. One from my mother. The other from my godmother. I wanted  to be able to wear the rings in a way that represented my current sense of style. Enter Jai. 

 Jai took these two rings and turned them into this: 

Jai's attention to detail is amazing. From the angles of the diamonds. To the twists and turns of the gold. I love how the precious metal cascades down the sides and then coils  around the finger. My picture does this ring no justice!

It's a one of a kind piece and I'm so proud to be the owner! 

That's my 2 cents!

Thanks Jai! 
 


-Kimba