My Fall Essentials + Casual Friday OOTD

So fall is in full effect and I've been MIA from the blog because I've simply just been depressed the last week or so.  The weather here in Jersey has been gloomy and cloudy and the sun finally came out yesterday and put me in a good mood again.  Scarves are probably the only reason I like fall (sometimes). I own a million and one scarves and love them because they're a great accessory that can add a nice oomph of texture or color and keep my neck warm.  The other great thing about fall besides Thanksgiving basically being around the corner is busting out the dark shades of lipsticks. One of my staples is Ruby Woo by Mac that I decided to wear today to match the heart on my sleeves {literally} 

I love my Speedy 35 its probably the most used bag in my entire wardrobe and the one I care the most about as well - it killed me to put this on the ground.  I'll use this bag with pretty much any outfit - any season but I absolutely love using this bag during the fall - it fits all my essentials comfortably and the dark browns go with basically any colored outfit. 

Fridays are casual attire at the work scene - I dressed up my "Wear My Heart On My Sleeves Tee" with this navy blue blazer - vest from White House Black Market paired with matte red Steve Madden flats. 

:: From Head to Toe ::

My Everyday Face Routine 

Face : bareSkin Foundation - #08 Bare Beige

Eyes : Lorac Unzipped Palette - Unconditional

Blush : Estee Lauder

Lips : Ruby Woo by Mac

Jewelry

Necklace : Kate Spade Mrs. Necklace

Rings : Tacori 

Watch : Breitling

Outfit

Jeans : Express Skinny Jeggings in Black

Top : Francesca's {from last season}

Vest | Blazer : White House Black Market

Accessories  

Handbag : LV Speedy 35

Scarf : Nordstorm Rack - Pashmina Wrap

Shoes : Red Matte Steve Madden Flats

I wore this outfit all day and will wear it out on our date tonight.  #TurntupFriday

Stay Tuned for a Desi OOTD post tomorrow!

xo || Happiness Never Goes Out of Style || xo

21 Day Fix - Update

I actually started writing this post on day 10 of 21.  Unfortunately, right before I was ready to post it - I started feeling terribly sick... So yes... I'm really sad to say that I wasn't able to get through my first round of the 21 Day fix.  So there are no before and after pictures or numbers for me to share with you... but I would like to share my week 1 experience for those interested... Once I'm no longer coughing up my lungs I plan on starting another round of the 21 day fix.
Let me start out by restating (from my previous post) that the containers do not by any way decrease the amount of food you can consume (at least for me) it just cuts you off of all the bad carbs - I actually struggled with meeting my daily protein requirement and found myself too full to eat at some points through out the day.

Here is my meal plan from the first week : { I'm posting this after the fact because I knew I'd change things around to add some new flavors through out the week and that I honestly would not be able to consume everything I planned out}

Note : The last Snack column was questionable because I kept it for days I thought I'd feel hungry but I really just munched on fruit after my workouts or used the fruit to replace dessert. 

BTWs - did you know cherries are supposed to be great for muscle soreness? { So terribly sad summer is almost coming to an end - dear mangoes and cherries you will be missed </3 }

If you follow me on snap-chat you'd know I was busy with three wedding events and will be again this weekend (hoping I'm feeling better). Last weekend, I tried to eat before arriving to the events because if you've ever been to a desi (Indian/Pakistani/Bengali) wedding you'd there really no such thing as a "healthy/lighter portion option" I had a couple pieces of the tandoori chicken served as appetizers as my dinner.  Since I didn't eat all of my alloted containers - Saturday night I split a piece of wedding cake with my hubby as my cheat meal. Totally worth it!

Although I stopped a third or so of the way through due to a terrible throat infection - I felt like a whole new person the entire week.  I had muscle soreness that made it impossible to sit and stand but it was so worth it because I knew it was working and I was hopeful to see results.  The workouts are only 30 minutes but they really kick your butt.  I can't wait to get started again. 

I didn't let myself step on a scale so I 'm not sure if there was really any actual weight loss but I felt lighter, less bloated, and my clothes did fit looser than they did before I started the program. I apologize for not having a drastic before and after picture for y'all but I hope to get back on the program and show you guys just that!  Keep me in your prayers for a quick recovery.  Being sick during the summer is the absolute worst.  

xo || Happiness Never Goes Out of Style || xo

Wedding Diaries

Wedding Season is here! Desi weddings are famous for lasting for literally ever. Its been a hectic weekend and a crazy case of the Mondays... here's my outfit and accessories from the first pre-wedding event of the season ! 

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Thank you to Kiran's Kreations for the beautifully done outfit! 
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Xo | Happiness never goes out of style | oX