Update (New Camera, New Laptop)

Hi guys,

I just wanted to write a quick post since I haven't been on here in a bit. I recently got a new camera (Canon EOS Rebel T3i) and a new laptop (Macbook Pro) so there is no reason for me not to be consistent with my blogging and videos. I recently posted my first video on my Youtube channel in about a year, which I will link here. In the video, I mentioned that I would briefly explain why I was gone from Youtube for so long, so here goes: Basically, my husband and I found out we were expecting a baby girl last May. I was so sick the first trimester that I did not feel like doing anything at all. I had to take a break from school, so you can imagine I definitely did not feel like making videos. On top of that, my Canon Powershot would only record for a few minutes at a time. Plus, it was just difficult recording with a point & shoot camera because I could never see what I was doing. I started to feel better once I started my second trimester, but my husband and I were traveling back and forth to our hometown frequently. With our lease ending the end of that August, we made the decision to move my son and I back to our hometown so that I could have family and support when it was time to have the baby. My husband had to stay back in Virginia of course to work. I gave birth to our Ellie Chez-Del the day after Christmas. We are currently on the waiting list for our housing in Virginia, so now it's just a waiting game. So about a month ago, my old as laptop (yes, old as, like the Aussies would say) basically started flipping out on me, so I said eff it, & invested in a Macbook Pro. Then about two weeks ago, I decided to say eff it again, & invested in my first ever DSLR camera. & I couldn't be happier! Seriously, blogging and making youtube videos is so fulfilling to me & I'm so happy & grateful to now have the equipment to make high quality videos and take good pictures. I am also thankful for all of you who read my blog and watch my videos, so thank you! I have a bunch of video ideas but I would also like to hear your suggestions and feedback. So yeah, that's pretty much all I wanted to say for those interested in why I've gone missing. Until next post...

xoxo,
Chanique

A Fall OOTD: Maternity Edition

Jacket-Forever 21
Scarf-Gabriel Bros
Top-Cotton On
Leggings-Forever 21
Flats-Charlotte Russe

At 33 weeks pregnant, these days I often find it difficult to get dressed in seemingly flattering outfits. However, the autumn weather allows me to layer up and utilize leggings so that I can still be comfy and cute. I love these satiny leggings from Forever 21 & this jacket has definitely done me good over the past year. Sadly, I've had to sacrifice my heels for comfier flats lately, but I've grown to adore these leopard ones from Charlotte Russe. I can't wait to get my body back, but for now, I'm embracing my new body that came with the gift of life ;-)

Xoxo-Viva

My Current Fashion Wishlist

Okay, so we're not even going to comment on how long it's been since I've put up a blog post. But with a second pregnancy, new location, & a bunch of other stuff in between, I hope you guys can understand :p. Anywho, I thought I would share with you guys the things I have been DYING over. Being 32 weeks pregnant has me desperately wanting my old body back. It's getting so hard to look put together nowadays! These are some things I've been lusting over that I more than likely won't be rocking till after baby.

I already own a pair of classic wheat timbs, but these black ones are so sleek and edgy! You can find these basically anywhere. I'm currently watching a pair on eBay.

These come out on Black Friday & I'm not a sneakerhead by any means, but these are calling my name! If you can't wait until then, you can pre-order them on eBay.

I actually already own these in black & neon yellow, but I couldn't find a large picture of the nude pair that I've been drooling over. You can get these dupes for the Christian Louboutin Unbout in an array of colors here, here, and here.

A trend that I've been absolutely loving is the whole jogger scene. Comfy & chic? I'm in. Click here for these

Click here for these

Click here for these

I don't know what it is about jumpsuits. I just love the uniformity of them. I think this acid wash one would look great with black timbs & a red lip! Find it here

The same goes for two-pieces and matching separates. I'm a sucker for them. Find it here

Find it here

Well, that does it for my current wishlist. Hopefully Santa takes a look at my blog every now & then. What are you currently obsessing over?

Xoxo-Viva

Le Windbreaker

Windbreaker-Thrifted

Stretchy pants-Forever 21

Classic Wheat Timberland boots

Earrings-Beauty Supply Store

Lips-Elf Matte Lip Color in Rich Red

It's been ages since I've done a blog post, but I'm trying to get back in the swing of things. It'll be warm soon (hopefully) & I really wanna get this blog going! Nothing too spectacular about today's outfit. It's still quite chilly, so I threw on this thrifted windbreaker that I absolutely love. I like how the plaid has different color schemes & the fit is really nice. Until next post! XOXO-Viva

(P.S. I took these photos myself on my tripod. I'm trying to get the knack of taking self shots, so bear with me please!)

Tis The Season To Be Vampy

This past Saturday, we took a trip to the outlet malls, where everything was decorated for the holidays. We managed to snap some pics by this massive Christmas tree. 

Cardigan-Thrifted

Top-F21

Levi Shorts-Thrifted

Thigh Highs-Walmart

Oxfords-F21

Purse-Betsey Johnson (TJ Maxx)

Lips-Rimmel Kate Moss 04

Sunday Funday

Sundays have always been special to me, especially ever since my husband and I started dating. It's a day to dress up and go to church and just renew yourself for a new week. I love relaxing afterwards and just spending time with my family. It's technically Monday now, but my Sunday was very nice. I accomplished some Christmas shopping and watched Think Like a Man with the fam. Wishing all a blessed week!

Earrings-Body Central

Top-Gabriel Bros

Belt-Thrifted

Skirt-Thrifted (Express)

Flats-Gabriel Bros

Lips-W&W Purty Persimmon

Check out my November Faves!

Leopard Is The New Black

Is it possible to wear a beanie over this curly fro? Uhh....

For me, leopard is as neutral as black. I especially love these jeggings. I call these my Weezy pants. We couldn't really get any good shots though because the sun was going down and we were pressed for time. Booooo. 

Earrings-Body Central

Sweatshirt-Goodwill

Jeggings-TJ Maxx

Nike Blazers-NEX