In an effort to recap all of the festivities surrounding my recent birthday, I will start from the beginning.  Towards the end of April, my cousin hosted a birthday celebration for my aunt and I.  It is an almost quarterly event to celebrate each of us, plus we usually have a Christmas get-together as well. It is always a fun time to laugh, eat yummy food, and spend time with each other.


I opted to be casual and comfortable, first and foremost.  I also wanted to wear my navy blue peplum top that I bought from eShakti a couple months or so ago.  I absolutely LOVE this style of top.  I know a lot of people are sick of the peplum now, but I am not.  I can't get enough of it!

The material is a stretchy knit that is easy to wear.  When I had this top customized, I went with elbow-length sleeves and the tunic length, which just made it slightly longer.  I now own this style in brown stripe, burgundy, and navy!  eShakti changes the styles they carry quite frequently, so keep checking the website for new items!


In addition to wearing my new top, I thought I would try the "jeans rolled up" look.  It isn't something I normally do, so why not try it?  These jeans are some shorter, straight leg ones from Avenue.  I think I should have taken some extra time to iron the rolls down a little, but I was in a hurry.  Garment tape to the rescue!!

An emerald green necklace and purple loafers for some color and - TADA!  I got lots of compliments on this outfit and was told I looked "very Parisian". 

Peplum Top - eShakti (March 2013)
Straight Leg Jeans - Avenue (Fall 2011)
Purple Loafers - Avenue (Fall 2012) {Similar, Similar, Similar}
Emerald Green Bubble Necklace - Bought at a Christmas Bazaar Booth {Similar}



Stay tuned for more birthday fun posts!!