Mommy+Mini Valentine: Black+White Layers with Patterns and Bows.

I still have a few Mommy+Me Looks with my sweet Vivi: from this month, pre-Valentine day, inspired by Valentine's day, on the day of February 14th and some festive looks even after the 14th. Today I am sharing another one of them but note our weather in February has been very bi-polar. Rain (more than once), light winds, extreme winds, hail, snowing (twice), snow storms, frozen rain and even sunshine with lots of warm-ish Spring-like weather between 50 to 65 degrees, have ping-ponged us here in Michigan, this February 2017. And the month isn't even over, it is just Feb 20th. So yeah my outfits are all over the place. 

For example, on the day I shot this outfit, I actually wore it IRL without a jacket or coat on, but all I had to do as far as walking outside, was my quick trips in and out of the car. It was chilly (mid 40s plus windy) but decent enough for me to simply wear a Kimono-Sleeve Sweater (in sort of an Aztec Print) over a Light Chiffon Cream Blouse. I love the Little Black Bow on it and the black piping around the neckline. I think pussy bow blouses are perfect for Valentine's day. And just because this outfit doesn't have red or pink, it doesn't mean it isn't a cute casual look for Valentine's day. I did accessorize my Black+White Look with Berry Lipstick and a Plum Mini Cross-body Bag and I added Gold-Tone Jewelry from Rocksbox (I love the necklace and bracelet, especially).

My Sweet Vivi is also rocking lots of black. Though you cannot see it, her Black Tutu Skirt is part of a dress which is cream on top with leopard accents. She actually paired it herself with the Matching Leopard Cardigan but my sweet girl who loves pink, of course had to wear some pink. She is rocking the Pink+White Argyle Tights for some pattern-mixing with the Leopard Cardigan and look at that fun Rainbow Hair Piece clipped on her hair. =)

Cream+Black, 3/4-Sleeve Chiffon Blouse w/ Bow-Tie in front of the neckline: The Limited (Old) (similar, Huge Steal), (similar w/ bell sleeves, Small Splurge, love this), (similar, Splurge), (similar, on Huge Sale, my Favorite).

Black+White, Aztec-Print, Kimono-Sleeve Open Cardigan w/ pockets: Merona via Target (very similar, Huge Steal), (similar w/ long fringe hem, on Sale, love this), (similar, Splurge, my Favorite).

Gray-ish Black Wash, Skinny "Blanc" Jeans: White House Black Market (similar, Huge Steal), (similar, super skinny distressed option, Great Deal, love these), (similar, Splurge, my Favorite).

Plum/Burgundy Faux Leather Mini Crossbody Bag: Target (New) (quite similar, Huge Steal), (similar in deep merlot, Steal),  (saddle style, on Sale, love this), (similar, mixed media bag, Small Splurge, my Favorite).

Gold-Tone Crystal Jacket "Jagger" Earring Studs: Jules Smith via Rocksbox (New) (similar, Huge Steal), (similar pave option, Fantastic Deal), (similar w/ colored stones, Great Deal, my Favorite).

Gold Tone Chain, Spikes + Crystal "Marisol" Statement Necklace: Perry Street via Rocksbox (New) (cute dainty option, Steal), (similar, Fantastic Deal, my Favorite), (similar), (quite similar, small Splurge, my Favorite).

Gold-Tone Geometric Abalone Cuff: Perry Street via Rocksbox (New) (similar, Huge Steal), (similar, Great Deal, love this), (similar, Small Splurge, my Favorite + I own it!).

Light Green+Gold Beaded Crystal, Stretchy Bracelet: A Local Michigan Boutique (similar, Great Deal, my Favorite), (similar, Splurge, love this).

Lips - Red Matte Lipstick: Nars (identical), (similar, Steal, also own+love this); 

with Nude-ish Pink Lipgloss: BareMinerals (identical), (similar, Steal).

Olive, Faux Suede, Open-side Booties: Charlotte Russe (similar, Huge Steal), (similar, on Sale, love these), (edgy cut-out style w/ buckles, Small Splurge, my Favorite).

By the way, you can get your own first month of Rocksbox free using my code: ADABFF39.

Vivian's Outfit:

Leopard Cardigan: Wal Mart.

Black+Cream, Tulle-Skirted Dress w/ Leopard Accents: Wal Mart.

Pink Heart Hair Clip w/ Rainbow Hair accent: Kids R' Us.

Baby Pink+White Argyle Knit Tights: Wal Mart.

White, Hot Pink and Aqua "Paw Control" Leather Sneakers: Target (New).

Below is a similar throw-back look from almost exactly a year ago of my sweetie and I. Instead of a kimono cardigan, I am wearing a similar poncho, also paired with a blouse underneath, skinny jeans and booties. Both Vivian and I are in neutrals again and we both have some leopard on.

Stay tuned for a very special week and linkup on Thursday Moda, this week. My linkup turns one so I am doing not one but two posts to celebrate it (and involving a few other bloggers, too). The first one will go live Wed morning at 6.00 AM EST and that is also when I am opening up the linkup for you to link your latest posts, this week. The second one will go live Thursday morning, as usually. =) Thank you for reading along and supporting both my blog and my linkup! I appreciate it very much. 

Have a great week!