I purchased this dress because it was on sale and have been looking for a long, gray maxi for a while. Ever since I saw this pin. I have been toying with the idea of turning this baby into a short-sleeved dress because the current sleeve situation is sort of weird. I think it may actually be a little more versatile with shorter sleeves…what do you think?
Wearing
Necklace: Target
Dress: Old Navy
Belt: Forever21
Flats: Payless
Happy Friday everyone! I work from home a couple days a week, so I actually get to have more than just casual Fridays. Most of the time those teleworking days are really casual. As in, I don’t get dressed. All day. I actually decided to get dressed today. I couldn’t be bothered to put on even a stitch of makeup, but at least I changed out of my PJs. One step at a time.
Wearing
Cardigan: Target
Necklace: Forever21
Tank: Old Navy
Flats: Payless
I’ve never been big on accessorizing and the reason is multifaceted. I think part of it is my aesthetic–I gravitate toward simplicity–and another (arguably larger part) is that I have no idea what I’m doing when it comes to adding flare to my wardrobe.
But there is just something about a pretty necklace that really completes an ensemble, particularly when it’s a simple one like today’s outfit. I went shopping recently to find a necklace to wear to my friend’s upcoming wedding and when I saw this beauty in Target, I had to buy it. This isn’t the one I’m planning to wear to the wedding, but it’s just so geometric and cool! The checkout girl was coveting it so hard, I thought she might try to nab it. Can’t say I blame her.
Wearing
Sunglasses: RayBan Wayfarers
Necklace: Target
Cardigan: Abound via Nordstrom Rack
Cami: NY & Company
Skirt: Thrifted
Wedges: Target
You may or may not have seen my inspiration for this outfit when I pinned it a couple weeks ago. I was really excited that I had all the pieces to put it together. It is such a fun, colorful and (arguably most importantly) comfy ensemble.
And my shoes. Let’s talk about the greatest flats in the history of flats. These adorable New Balance for Nine West flats are one of my all-time favorite pairs of shoes. I was on the metro several years ago and saw a girl wearing them. The second I got home, I looked them up and ordered my own pair. Sadly, they don’t exist anymore. I have searched high and low and have come up empty-handed again and again. I’ve basically worn these into the ground and about a year ago I thought, “Yeah, I should really get rid of these shoes.” But I couldn’t do it. So I threw them in the trunk of my car so they could be my in-case-I’m-wearing-heels-and-get-a-flat-tire-or-my-car-breaks-down-and-I-need-to-walk-several-miles flats. You have a pair of those, right? Needless to say, I pulled them out, dusted them off and put them on with this outfit because I just felt like they fit with the cool, comfy vibe.
Wearing
Cardigan: H&M
Earrings: Claires
Scarf: Forever21
Tee: Target
Skirt: Old Navy
Flats: New Balance for Nine West
I know what you’re thinking: more dots? More sheer dots? And the answer is: yes, more dots. I love polka dots. Almost as much as I love stripes and ruffles. There’s just something so fun and summery about them, amirite? The fact that this top combines not only one, but two of my favorite fashion elements makes it a winner in my book! What do you think? Any favorite prints, patterns or fabrics?
Wearing
Blazer: Forever21
Blouse: NY & Company
Pants: Loft
Flats: Payless
This skirt is really fun. I was very excited when I found it in a thrift store a few years back. I was looking for a gray a-line when I came across this on the rack. I guess this one would be considered fit and flare are is not something I would typically buy, but it was so close to what I was looking for (and so cheap!), I went ahead and grabbed it.
Wearing:
Necklace: Forever21
Cardigan: Abound via Nordstrom Rack
Tank: Forever21
Skirt: thrifted
Flats: Payless
This is a perfect summer dress. I realize it’s not quite summer yet, but we were having some really nice weather and I got excited. Skater dresses seem to really work for my shape and I love how comfortable and flattering it is.
Wearing
Cardigan: Target
Belt: Forever21
Dress: Asos
Heels: Payless
Let’s talk about that little black band I wear on my wrist in all my photos: it’s a Fitbit Flex! You set up an account (here’s my public profile) and the band tracks your activity, food and sleep patterns. I’ve had it since February (hubby and I bought them as Valentine’s gifts for ourselves) and I absolutely love it! I walk a lot with my dogs, and this little band keeps me motivated to get my 10,000 steps–usually more!–per day! What do you do to stay healthy and motivated?
Wearing
Necklace: Dogeared Love Knot
Blazer: Target
Tank: Old Navy
Pants: Gap
Flats: Payless
I took these photos between the raindrops one gloomy day earlier this month. It rained all day and was kind of miserable. Fortunately it paused for about 10 minutes when I got home from work. Guess that means the blogging gods were on my side. This will probably be the last time I wear this blazer for a few months. Tweed doesn’t exactly go with May flowers, does it?
Wearing
Blazer: Target
Blouse: TJ Maxx
Pants: Gap
Flats: Payless
As someone who loves winter, this time of year is bittersweet for me. I like the holiday season, I like the cold temperatures and hot fires in the fireplace. I love snuggling up on the sofa with my Nook and a steaming cup of hot cocoa. But most of all, and (don’t tell my husband this) I LOVE SNOW. I love how the air feels magical when the first flakes of snow slowly make their way down toward Earth. The way the sun sparkles and dances across fields of snow makes my heart swell.
But, I’m looking forward to warm evening strolls and for the sun to shine well into the evening hours. So, it is with just a tiny twinge of sadness that I say goodbye to winter and HELL-O spring.
Wearing
Blazer: Target
Blouse: NY & Company
Trousers: NY & Company
Flats: Payless
Unraveled Threads 