A Very Vintage Vibe

Dress (worn with tank underneath): Anthropologie

Heels: Target

Sunglasses: Rayban "Clubmaster"

A retro curl + a vintage cut dress = perfect femininity. I picture my both of my grandma's wearing something similar in the 40's, when they were in their 20's.

When I was in high school, two of my best girlfriends and I would sing trio songs. One of the first we ever learned was Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy by the Andrews Sisters. I can remember sitting in my room, crowded around my boom box, listening to the recording and trying to pick out the harmonies. We were actually pretty good - we sang for our high school talent shows, were cast in community theatre productions together, and even won a local singing contest.

Music has always been such a huge part of my life. Some of my best memories and best friendships have stemmed from music, in some way. It has a unique way of connecting people, and connecting people to certain times or places in their lives. Music makes my life special. 

Ahoy!

Dress: GAP
Shoes: Michael Kors
Earrings: Target
Belt: My mom's

Well, it's hot here. So hot, in fact, that the only logical item of clothing to wear (other than a bathing suit) is a dress. I've worn this one multiple times, but this is the first time it's made its way over to the blog. Structured and simple, with a nautical feel, it's appropriate for most situations. Plus I like the sleeve length and it has pockets. Functionality is so important - if it were up to me, every article of clothing would have a useable pocket. How annoying it is when you have nowhere to put your phone, or your keys? Don't even get me started on faux pockets...those are just mean.


P.S. I hate how thin stripes like these look in pictures. All I can see are wiggly, dancing, distracting lines that hurt my eyes. It's like one of those horrible moving illusions, but in clothing form. Blech.

Chic Sneaks

Blazer: Urban Outfitters

Tee: Victoria's Secret PINK

Jeans: Big Star

Shoes: TJ Maxx

Sunglasses: Claire's

I love it when I find items from two different places go together perfectly - like this jacket and shoe combo! I had to put them together. I like the vibe of this outfit - it's casual and trendy, but serious enough for my office. The shoes are sneaky too (no pun intended); like I could run in them, but they're actually heels, which is awesome.

Stretchy Libre

Tank & Jacket: GAP

Skirt: Target

Wedges: Michael Kors

I highly recommend immediately getting in your car, driving to Target, and buying every single one of these skirts...seriously, I love it! The chevron print is cute, the panels hug your curves, and the built-in shaper keeps everything in check. Plus, it's totally stretchy. Stretchy is the equivalent of sweatpants, and feeling like Nacho Libre all day long.

Olive Exhaustion

Cardigan: Target

Blouse: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's

Skirt: GAP

Wedges: Vera Wang for Kohl's

Jewels: Gifts

Man, I look tired in these photos. Probably because I am. I had one of those days when I got home from work and when I looked in the mirror, I was like, WHOA...have I looked like this all day?

Do you know what I mean?

Anyway, it was nice to wrap up in a comfy cozy cardi earlier while I was at work. Ugly olive drab is one of my favorite colors and I like how it pairs with the navy and peach tones in this ensemble.

Moving On Up

Cardigan: Target Tank: maurices Skirt: Tommy Hilfiger Outlet Wedges: Michael Kors
I've recently graduated from college (WOOT WOOT!) and moved on to my first real job! That means, along with many other changes in my life, my blog will be changing as well. I'll now be chronicling more polished & professional outfits for a young 20-something in a business casual work environment. This was one of those outfits that came together perfectly. I had been searching for a top to put with this skirt, but hadn't thought of this combo until this morning. I love it! Also, I would really recommend these wedges for a woman who wears heels all day - they're lightweight and they fit my feet like a dream. I hardly notice I'm wearing heels! P.S. How do you like my happy twirl? 

Election Day

Tank & Denim Vest: maurices Jacket: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Jeans: Lucky Brand Booties: Blowfish Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters Happy Election Day, everyone! No matter which party you're supporting, I hope you went out and voted.  It's an empowering feeling, casting your vote, and I am proud to sport my stars and stripes on this day.
P.S.  Instagram now has a website! You can check out all my pics here.

Bubble Girl

Sweater: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Jeans: Silver Flats: Payless  Earrings: Urban Outfitters Umbrella: Target
Perfect things for a dreary day:

• Bubble umbrellas
• Cups of tea
• A new book to read

Popped & Polka Dotted

Chambray: maurices Sweater: LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's Belt: vintage Shorts: Old Navy Sneakers: Coach (gift) Necklace: Tiffany & Co I love the colors and textures and prints in this outfit, but I wish there was a better way to layer button ups and sweaters.  The bulky-ness of two shirts seem to add weight right where I don't want it.  I guess my solution was to add a belt, but I don't think that did a whole lot.  Ya'll feel me? Oh well, here's to partially popped collars and punchy prints on a Monday.