boho wonderland // styled shoot

Ever since I attended that lovely photography work shop a few months back, I have been dying to put together some fun styled shoots. They are always a great way to keep things current and fresh, plus gives you more creative freedom.

I invited the girls from the workshop to join in too, because the more the merrier! Decided on a 'Boho' look for this one and I have to say I am so in love with how it all came together. My girlfriend Jesse from Lovelychic Weddings did the hair and makeup plus made these amazing crowns for us. And after stressing about outfits for a few weeks, I found these amazing dresses at of course... Target! Snagged the hat and jewelry from Target as well. And this location, I mean come one!! My girl Nikki of Nikki Marie Photography said we have to go here, and I am so glad we did! San Simeon and it's views are just breath taking!!

I am so thrilled with how it turned out and I can't wait for our next one, which is already in the planning process!! You can see the rest of the photos at my new photography website >>> Antlers + Roses Photo <<<

wear // feeling like fall

It's finally feeling like fall.
If you live in California, like myself, then you are probably just as excited as I am.
I have been longing for some cooler weather and maybe even some rain.

Fall means we can bust out that super cute fall attire that we have been hoarding away since last year. And also add to it with all the fun new pieces you have been acquiring for the last few months.
I can't go to Target with out browsing through the flannels and jackets!

I was never a flannel person before, but now I can't get enough of them.
It's probably the one thing I find myself wearing most often lately (even in the 90 degree weather).
I love pulling together different looks with them- dressed up or super casual.

 

Mixing a fun graphic tee, a flannel and an awesome chunky necklace kind of makes me weak in the knees!
I have been building up my accessory collection lately- I use to wear one boring plastic necklace everyday.
I am constantly on the look out for must have pieces everywhere I go. Target has been my source lately, as well as some great online shops that I have come across through Facebook or Instagram.

I am excited for it to get colder!!
I am ready for actual scarf weather, like yesterday!

 

• Feather Stack /// The Shine Project
• Wooden Bead Tassel Bracelet /// Sand & Starfish
• Derek Cardigan Glasses /// Coastal.com (this color is not in stock any more)
• Flannel /// Target
• Sedona Bib Necklace /// Pier 1
• 'Good Vibes Only' Top /// Mulberry Press Co

What have you been excited to wear for Fall??

threads // completely causal

 I like getting dressed up when ever I get the chance. And by "dressed up" I actually mean getting dressed! As a stay at home mom, I usually am wearing my PJs from the night (or 2) before. And that usually consists of stretchy workout pants and baggy tee. So when I do get the chance to head to town, about 1-2 times a week, I take the opportunity to get "dressed up" with out getting to flashy-crazy! I like looking put together as best as I can, and still look some what stylish and myself. But let's be honest, sometimes it takes way too much effort to even want to pull together a FAB Go-To-Town outfit! That's when I keep it super casual, but cute!

  I have even made an attempt to start wearing actual clothes even if I have no intention of getting out of the house. It's kind of a simple mood lifter for me. Wearing clothes other than my comfy stretchy pants, can't get me out of one of those crazy feeling-super-BLAH moods! Funny what just a pair of jeans, top, and well, TOMS can do for you!

// Shoes: TOMS // Jeans: Rock & Republic from Kohls // Tank: Quiksilver Women // Layered Lace Tank: Target // Open Drape Sweater: Target //

 ::Quick Confession- Sometimes if I find super cute clothes I buy them... Case and point- This sweater is from the maternity section at Target! I did the look over and it didn't have that "this is a maternity sweater" look about it, so I bought it!::

threads // BRIGHT colors + oxfords

BRIGHT colors + Oxfords by antlersandrosesblog featuring green tank tops

If you know me in real life, you would know that I basically wear black with every outfit. It's my go to safe color. I don't know why but I just feel comfortable in it. But with out looking completely "goth" I try to bring in color to brighten up my outfits. When I saw these tanks at Target, I knew I had to have them! I love that they are on the longer side and flow out a bit to hide unmentionable areas. They are just fun!
I also now have a slight obsession with oxfords! I bought 3 pairs at one time! I couldn't pass up the $10 clearance price!  I wore the leopard oxfords and pink tank this last weekend to my sister's Bridal Dress fitting, and I got so many compliment on just the shoes alone! I love how loud and crazy the print is! And the bright pink soles are pretty FAB too!!

Faux Leather Jacket :: Target // Black Skinny Jeans :: Target //  Prabal Gurung Tank :: Target  // Leopard Oxfords :: Target Yes, I am basically a walking billboard for Target!

Well you guessed it, this entire outfit is also from Target!

While I was taking these photos, I decided I should take some new pictures to use for my blog profile.  I feel oober awkward taking pictures of myself as it is...and well things got a little weird. Then some little people joined in!

threads // aztec inspired

AZTEC inspire by antlersandrosesblog featuring a long knit cardigan

This Aztec Look was not something I thought I would ever wear. But after awhile, the look completely grew on me, and I kind of fell in love with it! Tried to pull it into my own style so I still felt like me. Definitely a fun print to wear and can wither be dressed up or down with the right pieces.

 

 // Aztec Sweater: Purchased on Zulily // Top: Victoria's Secret // Black Denim: Target // Boots: Target //

{threads} my "mom" style :: black & white

|| Cardigan: Target // Top: Swell // White Denim: Quiksilver Women  //  Shoes: Olsenboye //
Clutch & Bangles: Target // Gold Skull Necklace c/o laWARRIOR ||

I know what you are thinking... "White pants!?"

I have been obsessing over this trend for a while now. But with hesitation for the obvious reasons.

The moment you buy these crisp white beauties, the inevitable is bound to happen at some point.

But why live in fear...of ketchup, wine, sticky-dirty baby hands, and well, Aunty Flow!

I have to say, I am smitten!

I don't know why I waited so long.

I felt like after I had my first baby, I completely lost who I was and my sense of style.

 Gave up those fun tops and slim pants for slouchy clothes to hide behind, thinking maybe I could just go unseen. While I still love my slouchy clothes to lounge around the house, dressing like the old me feels good again. And I feel like my "new style" has become a more mature version of my "old style", still the same just a little more refined!

Date Night

Hubby took me on a much needed date, with 2 kids it doesn't happen that often.

FM McClintock's Steak House || Sea Bass & Margarita

Cold Stones Ice Cream || Cookie Doughn't You Want Some

Loads of Laughs and ridiculous dancing on the ride home (mostly from me; Locked Out of Heaven)

Upside:

Hubby & I got some great quality time together & didn't make one spill on my beloved white jeans

Downside:

I did get a blister on my heel...Will be investing in some of those heel-pad inserts & a gnarly headache-hangover the next day (And that was from only ONE Margarita, definitely can't hang).

{Threads} Casual Sparkle Outfit

When the Neiman Marcus Collection at Target went on sale (70% off), you could say I got a tad excited! The prices dropped to "normal" Target prices that were affordable. When I saw this Tracy Reese top, I thought it was cute, but it was completely far from what I would normally wear. My mom even said "it's not really you." I have been trying really hard to add more color to my wardrobe; black is my go-to, safe color. So I thought, what the heck I am going to rock this!

Of course a good 90% of this outfit is black, but I love the tops POP of color and sparkle!

I am super stoked on it and glad I stepped out of my comfort zone on this one!!

Casual Sparkle by mustachemama featuring high heel sneakers

recently from... target (2nd edition)

Guess where I have been...

Shocking?? No, not really, but we can pretend!

I have been trying to revamp my wardrobe lately. Make it a better reflection of me and how I feel.

Of course Target is my place of choice lately.

They have been on a roll with the new designers they have and all the fun prints and silhouettes!

I am pretty happy with how cute my closet looks lately. 

And of course my Kids Closet too...

 With it being 2013 now, I couldn't pass up this zig-zag planer. And the green journal was on clearance for $4 (reg. $10), going to jot down all my thoughts and ideas that pop in my lil brain for the blog, in an effort to get more organized this year!

CUTE!!!

These colors are so yummy adorable. 

Top || Striped Leggings || Mint Jegging || Peach Legging

The shoes... No words!

I the sweat pants and top are so comfy, and not usually something I would buy. I follow Ascot Friday on Instagram along with Deep in the Hart, who both collaborate on the AMAZING Target Does It Again. I stalk their Instagram Feed daily to see what new items have hit the racks or what's newly on clearance. The best part is they take you into the dressing room and show you how it fits, or different ways to wear certain items with other ones. If you haven't checked them out yet...DO IT!

Shoes || Lounge Pant || Striped Top

I am so in love with this dress. I need to wear it some where STAT!! The mustard zipper is GORG!!

Might just have to do a special post just for this dress!!

Dress

*NOTE*

I am sad to say, that I am going to be cutting down on my Trips and Purchases to Target...

(SAD FACE)

Unless we need a the usual diaper and wipes run, I won't pass up that trip to Target...I will still browse, and occasionally drool.

But don't worry my friends, it's not the end of the world! It's for good reason...

I GOT A NEW CAR!! 

WHOOP WHOOP!!

We finally got a family size vehicle! I have been driving my trusty, crayola smelling VW Jetta for 8 years... 

While there were some great times with that car, I am so STOKED on the new one!!

Hmmm Maybe I should introduce it to the Target parking lot... They could be great friends!!!

HA!

{threads} christmas edition

Top: Mossimo from Target || Pants: Mossimo Skinny Premium Denim from Target || Scarf: Mossimo From Target || Shoes: Xhilaration Kahsha from Target || Nike FuelBand

With intentions of wearing a cute dress I recently bought on Swell.com. But since the weather has actually decided to be winter like, I opted to not freeze my tush off. I would say a good majority of the time I am literally a walking Target billboard! I have these shoes in black too, I am a little obsessed with them... As if you couldn't tell right!?

{What the Littles Wore}

Lil Miss - Dress: Jason Wu for Target || Shoes: Cherokee from Target || Tights: Cherokee Tights from Target || Lil Dude - Top: Volcom Boys || Pants: Billabong Amplified Cords || Shoes: Vans Big School

I almost peed myself with excitement when I saw that the Jason Wu dress was 50% off! It was one of those "I have to have this" moments! And her shoes were bought the same trip and they were the last pair in her size... Meant to be, I think so!!

recently from.... target

I decided to start sharing all my fun shopping finds with you!! 

Recently From...

Whether it's from a weekly trip to Target or random online shopping spree.

I thought this would be a fun way to share all the trendy items I find, on sale or not.

Sometimes I look for that "for-less" look if I don't want to dish out a lot of cash on that expensive item. Cause lets face it, those fun, costly items we use to splurge on become a distant dream when you have kids!

But I still like to look fashion forward, now I just try and do it with out too much guilt..

So here is my recent trip to target.... Not pictured are baby wipes and diaper cream!

I am DYING over these scarves!! I just happen to randomly look down and the green feather one caught my eye! I love that they are on the longer side so you can wrap them a few times and they are super soft! I also couldn't pass the grey one up, I am assuming they are X's, but I see crosses too...

This was my FAVE find!! If you would have told me when I was 16 that in 10 years I would LOVE gold jewelry, I would have told you that you're NUTS! Yes, I disliked like anything gold. It could have been the most gorgeous piece of jewelry too, and I would have completely frowned upon it! I have to admit too, at one point and time I didn't like diamonds either!! WTH right!! 

Now I seriously LOVE gold! When I came across these bangles for $4, said a big "HECK YES!" and tossed those babies in the cart! Now I was just telling my mom the other day how gold watches are totally in right now and that I having been wanting to get the Nixon Gold Player Watch, but the price tag is a little much right now. I figured this Merona watch has almost a similar look, and will hold me over for now at $19.99.

This was a complete random purchase! I have been building up my make-up collection lately, and have been looking for a contouring palette. ELF was the only company that I came across (while at Target) that actually had one. I have only used it once, and I am pretty pleased with it!!