Fall crochet details

November 7, 2016 Melissa Chee

A beautiful sweatshirt that combines comfort, crochet details with flattering lines? This top is an absolute win all around. The red hue gets you in the fall groove and I can't get enough of the lace-like crochet details.

Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree.

--Emily Bronte

Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile.

--William Cullen Bryant

I hope you are enjoying the fall season and all the beautiful colored leaves.

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'Tis the Season for Christmas Sweaters

December 21, 2015 Melissa Chee

This adorable Christmas sweater was less than $17! A deal and so cute. And since you might only be able to wear a Christmas sweater to a party or two during the holiday season, there's no reason to spend a lot. But you will be ready for next year! This outfit was my choice for a work holiday party. The sweater was just the right amount of festive and it was also comfy, which is always a bonus. Christmas is almost here so you only have a few more days to wear those Christmas sweaters! Let's make it Christmas sweater week. I'm also wearing a new lipstick from MAC. It's Mariah Carey's special edition "All I Want" lipstick. It's a gorgeous glimmering champagne lipstick. You can view swatches on my instagram account @melissamchee. The lipstick is only available online.

I also want to wish you a very Merry Christmas from Portland, Oregon! Thank you for stopping by my blog during this busy holiday season. Have a wonderful week, take some time for yourself - enjoy some peppermint hot cocoa with lots of marshmallows and cheers to a new year.

Holiday Time Xmas Apron Sweater - Walmart
Black skirt - Alfani
Cable Knit Over-the-Knee Tights - Spanx
Boots - Ziera

Cranberry, lace & fall weddings

October 21, 2015 Melissa Chee

Cranberry dresses, fall leaves and a Kansas breeze. I traveled to Lawrence, Kansas this past weekend to attend the wedding of my wonderful Cottey College suitemate Kamay. Didn't she look beautiful? She was a gorgeous bride and couldn't keep that smile off her face. I wore this pretty and flattering rich red find from Forever 21. The dress was less than $25 and features a great cut and perfect cute sleeves. The bodice has see through lace panels so I wore a black cami underneath. Side note: believe the label when it says not to put the dress in the dryer. I was in a hurry packing and threw the dress in the dryer for a few minutes and unfortunately, it did make the fabric ripple. I just didn't have the time to let it hang dry, whoops. The dress is still totally wearable, but it doesn't look as nice. I bought the dress within the last couple of months, but I can't find it online. It might still be available at your local Forever 21. Also, I tried the high waisted black tights from ASSETS by Sara Blakely, which you can purchase at Target for $18. They are definitely not as nice as the actual Spanx version, but they are still high quality and do the job at a more affordable price. The Spanx version come up higher on the waist and the material seemed of a slightly higher quality. Everything else in the look is from past seasons. Happy fall lovelies! Stay awesome and follow me on instagram @melissamchee for makeup closeups and details.

Cranberry dress - Forever 21
Black tights - ASSETS by Sara Blakely
Boots - Ziera
Beige purse - Calvin Klein
Ring - House of Harlow

Bauman's Harvest Festival

October 5, 2015 Melissa Chee

A big thanks to The Wolf for tickets to Bauman's Harvest Festival. This place is AMAZING. I had no idea. Giant pumpkins dropping from cranes, the biggest pumpkins in Oregon, corn mazes galore, sweet treats and cider...AND it's all just a short drive from Portland, OR. I would highly recommend going to the Pumpkin Weigh Off. It already happened for 2015 on Oct. 3, but make plans for next year. I got to see the new record holder for Oregon, honestly--it was so fascinating. I could definitely become a giant pumpkin groupie. Someone even grew one in their backyard! And you can still see some giant pumpkins, at least a few will be on display at Bauman's. And we're talking BIG pumpkins weighing more than 1,000 pounds. Plus, Bauman's has plenty of other activities: petting zoo, hayride, apple tasting, farm store and more. Plan to spend all day or at least half a day. Let me know if you visit Bauman's and how you like it!

Now for the outfit, my favorite item is the pleated crepe skirt from Torrid. It's already sold out online, but I would check for the skirt at your local Torrid. It's incredibly flattering. It's a fun full skirt that is still slimming. The back is a little bit longer than the front. It's simply awesome! Go try it on. I also love the fun Halloween theme gloves, an easy way to add a bit of festivity. They were on sale for $1.49 at Fred Meyer. For makeup closeups and details, visit me on instagram @melissamchee. Also, photo credit to Warren, check out his blog.

Top - Miss Tina (past season)
Pleated Crepe Skirt - Torrid
Cable Knit Over-the-Knee Tights - Spanx
Boots - Ziera
'Riley' Quilted Leather Tote - Vince Camuto
Kitty Halloween Gloves - Fred Meyer