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Tuesday, December 6, 2016

Holiday Style Tips

THE HOLIDAYS ARE AMONG US AND WITH YOUR SOCIAL CALENDAR FILLING UP WITH ALL THOSE FUN PARTIES, IT CAN GET A LITTLE HECTIC! SO LET ME HELP YOU THROUGH THIS TIME OF YEAR WITH SOME SANITY AND STYLE TIPS! 
ONE WAY TO MINIMIZE YOUR "WHAT TO WEAR" STRESS LEVELS IS TO CURATE A FEW CLASSIC GO-TO PIECES THAT CAN BE WORN SEVERAL WAYS! AS YOU KNOW IF YOU'VE BEEN FOLLOWING MY BLOG FOR SOME TIME NOW, I AM A LOVER OF HIGH-LOW STYLE. HOWEVER, NEVER COMPROMISE QUALITY... YOU WILL GET A LOT OF BANG FOR YOUR BUCK! 
FOR EXAMPLE, MY BLOUSE SHOWN HERE. THIS IS A LIMITED EDITION TOP BY MAISON DE PAPILLON STYLE: SHANNON COLOR: LAME AND WILL RUN YOU $298. THIS CLASSIC PIECE WILL TAKE YOU FROM WORK WITH A BLAZER AND A PENCIL SKIRT OR BLAZER AND BLACK SLACKS, STRAIGHT TO GIRLS NIGHT OUT WITH A MINI SKIRT, RIGHT TO A HOLIDAY PARTY WITH A FUR THROW OVER THE SHOULDERS AND A LONG LEATHER PLEATED SKIRT, OR BLACK SKINNY JEANS SHOWN HERE, BLUE JEANS WITH HEELS AND A CLUTCH FOR A FAMILY DINNER. THE POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS! SO START TO CURATE YOUR LINE-UP OF FABULOUS CLASSIC PIECES AND START AT BYMAXWELL IN MCALLEN ;) 4917 N. 10TH STREET RIGHT BETWEEN KARLA'S AND EL DIVINO! 
JEANS: DEREK LAM - BY MAXWELL
HANDBAG: ZAC POSEN - BY MAXWELL
BOOTS: GUESS
MAKEUP AND HAIR: BY MAXWELL SALON
PHOTOS BY: NOWEL




Monday, August 8, 2016

My Photo Op Hot Spots

One of the most frequently asked questions I get is "where in the heck do I take my pictures in McAllen?!" You don't really take them here do you?! Although I do love to travel and usually hire a photographer when i'm on a trip, I do take most of my pics in the McAllen/Mission area!  I don't know if people realize how much thought goes into finding the perfect place LOL because I seriously search and drive and search and drive ... and search some more looking for the perfect back drops to enhance my outfits! Finally...I decided to share a few of my fave secret spots hahaha cause after all, sharing is caring!!! Enjoy and make sure you tag me @ginnamvillarreal on Instagram so I can see you in my fave spots! 


Taken Downtown 
 Taken Downtown 
 This is one of my fave spots downtown, it has that big city feel 
 Yerberia Cultura
Casa de Palmas Hotel

 The Bonne Bomb Vie on Main Street
 Off McColl


Behind the Red Barn BBQ Place

Palmhurst Police Department on Shary Rd.

Thirsty Monkey

Infusions on Main Street

Southern Social Events

 Orchard Lounge, this is so LA...love it!

Downtown

Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Summer Styling in Stripes + Florals


 Having daughters is the most amazing thing EVER! One of the funniest things is watching their personalities evolve. Everyone says Mia looks like my husband, yet they say we have similar crazy funny personalities. Natalia on the other hand they say looks like me and has my husbands semi-chill demeanor yet goofy personality. I think it's just safe to say that we have our hands full but our hearts even fuller!!!! Take a look at our casual Summer #ootd














Mommy's Outfit 
Off the shoulder top | Francisca Showroom
Jeans | Joe's Jeans - Joe Brand McAllen, similar
Hat | Forever21
Heels | Joe's 
Hair & Makeup by The Dry Room

The Littles
Dresses | Gymboree

Photos by Gus

Friday, July 15, 2016

RooOoolling with the Homies

 I love my little crew...and we love coordinating every now and then. ;) It's been a thing we've been doing since they were itty bitty and I'm not sure we will ever stop HAHAHA I'll post a few of my favorite twinning moments later this week to give ya'll some ideas of how to match, without looking obnoxious lol. Here we decided to do a little pattern mixing with the same colors!









My Jumper | Francisca Showroom in McAllen
Sunnies | Rayban
Clogs | Target, sold out but love these and these
Hair & Makeup by Devon at The Dry Room

Little ones | I'd be lying...but I totally forgot, they're an online company for sure. I'll get back to you soon on that *mommy brain*

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Boho Cas' OOTD

It's Summer time and running around with two little ones with play dates, swim dates and the good 'ol Target run for milk x's abuncha B.S. I throw in my cart...it's all about the comfort!!! Today I went for a boho casual look and these shoes, I swear,  I could wear ALL day ERRRDAY!







Hair | The Dry Room
Boyfriend Shorts | Francisca Showroom c/o
Handbag | Valentino - Joe Brand McAllen
Watch | Michael Kors

Thursday, June 2, 2016

Find Your Wild

I've always been one to dance to the beat of my own drum & the same goes for my clothes. Give me a  tear drop lace dress with wide bell sleeves and if I'm not in the mood to wear heels and look super girly, I'll throw on some Adidas Superstars and a backpack. To walk within the lines, would make my life hella' boring, EW! I've linked some similar dresses/outfits, ENJOY! BESOS!
Ps. I have NO idea why I have been looking so tan lately!? So weird. I think I should close my sunroof LOL








Dress | Alexis, locally at Joe Brand McAllen
similar here from Revolve and here from Neiman Marcus
Handbag | Rebecca Minkoff similar backpack here 
loving these white bags for Summer also dope cute yo quiero poor favor



Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Summer Layering

Layering is probably one of my favorite things to do, it makes an outfit look put together, one's personal style really shines through and if need be, you can strip the layers when the weather gets, well... Valley'ish. In summer though, less is best, for heat survival of course so i'll opt for the sleeveless vest.  I've linked a few more of my fave for your choosing! 






My vest can be found at Francisca Showroom located in Palms Crossing
Love these vests as well 
Nude Tank | Zara (obsessed) ps. great way to look slimmer, nude with high waisted pants. YAS!
Jeans | Hudson - Joe Brand McAllen, similar here
Fringe Bag | Rebecca Minkoff can find locally at Joe Brand McAllen
Watch | Apple iWatch