patterned

When I start school this fall, the way I dress will have to change. My school requires us to be in "business casual" clothing at all times on campus, which for the men means shirt and tie. The clothing for women isn't as clearly defined though. I know that blue jeans will be out of the question, so for the next couple of months I'm going to explore my options out there. Since colored skinny jeans just aren't working for me anyway, I'm really hoping that colored and patterned pants will be a way to add color into my wardrobe. I really like my polka dot pants - they fit a lot better than skinny jeans do - so I hope to find a few pairs similar to them. I'm for sure going to try these pants (one | two | three | four) as I think they would look great with a nice simple blouse and the accessories I already have. 

Do you have a favorite store when it comes to buying "dress" pants? I have never really had to buy a lot of them, so I'm starting out new here.

Chambray: Old Navy  {exact | splurge}
Pants: Gap  {exact}
Scarf: Forever 21
Belt: Thrifted
Watch: Fossil  {similar}
Shoes: Marc by Marc Jacobs  {exact}










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turn a t-shirt into a scarf

The other day I joked about wearing my scarf as a skirt as a way to try to branch out during TOPIO. While Heidi tried to convince me it can be done (see her attempt here), I was intrigued when Kate suggested I wear the shirt as a scarf. I really can't tell if she was joking, but it did get me thinking...could I do that?

Turns out I can. Today at work Emily stopped me mid work-related conversation to say, "Oh. My. God. Where is that scarf from?!!"

So if my most fashionable friend was fooled, I feel anyone could be fooled by this little trick.

take tee  |  grab furthest apart pieces
tie with hair band  |  fluff

In other news, I was searching on the Urban Outfitters site this morning in a fit of black jean desperation. They are currently have a sale on all of their BDG jeans, so even though my favorite pair of jeans isn't available in my size, I'm hoping that this pair works just as well. If you looking into trying the BDG jeans, now would be a good time as they are about $20 less than they are normally!

Cardigan: Thrifted  {save | splurge}
Chambray: Old Navy  {exact}
Shirt as Scarf: Forever 21  {exact}
Jeans: American Eagle  {exact}
Belt: Gap
Earrings: Tiffany & Co.  {exact}
Watch: c/o Daniel Wellington  {exact}
Shoes: Tory Burch  {save | exact}

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wind like woah

You guys. It was so windy this morning. I had no idea what to do with myself...or my hair which was all over the place. That's what I get for even attempting to do anything with it - a face full of wind. I was doing all these unnatural (more unnatural than standing in front of a camera taking pictures of yourself already is) poses and nothing worked. So this is what you get today. At least I tried...

Blazer: H&M  {similar}

Chambray: Old Navy  {exact}

Jeans: Urban Outfitters  {exact}

Belt: Gap  {save / splurge}

Shoes: Tory Burch  {exact}

Watch: Target  {similar}

Ring: Stolen from my sister Karoline

I'm in love with this belt. I bought it when Whitney and I went shopping and got it for a song. Since I now realize what I was missing out on with mustard colored items (hey, only like 4 years behind), I am trying to play catch up.


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Five Favorites: Pieces of Clothing

1. J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer

It goes with everything, I took the time to make sure it was the fit and style I wanted, and because it took me several months to save towards.

2. UO  Black Mid-Rise Cigarette Jeans 

I actually own 2 pairs of these, and wear them at least 3 times a week. They are so comfortable, they help cover any stomach issues without being mom jeans, and you can wear them with everything. The material is also more of a jean, not jegging, so they don't suction your legs like certain other "skinny" jeans do.

3. Forever 21 Striped Top

Because it's perfectly worn in, even if it is missing a button.

4. H&M Floral Tunic

One of the few floral things I own, but I'm complimented on it every time I wear it. Plus it's perfect for pattern mixing. 

5. Old Navy Pink Chambray

Between the pink and the blue chambray, the pink pulls ahead because you can wear it with jeans without looking like a cowboy. It's so soft, and since I ordered it in a tall, it's long enough.

Your turn! What are your five favorite pieces of clothing?

P.S. Because I couldn't decide on just 5 total pieces, I'm going to write a 5 favorite accessories post too...eventually.

Case of the Mondays

Do you want to punch me in the face for that title? Yeah, me too. Today sure felt like a Monday though. I woke up late (hence the go-to outfit), I got stuck in traffic, two of my three team members were gone today, and I had to spend two hours in a tyvek suit/PAPR (imagine my face in this).

Plus I had to wear a jacket in to work! Gahhhhhh.

Shirt: Old Navy  {similar}
Jacket: American Eagle - at least 5 years old
Scarf: Victoria's Secret
Jeans: Urban Outfitters
Shoes: Rocket Dog via DSW  {exact}
Watch: Fossil
Nails: seen here

I'm now making banana bread and crafting so I think that'll make the rest of the day more enjoyable :)

...sniff...

I'm sick. I think my body is in protest of Chris being gone and my bank account being low. Thanks a lot, body.

I tried to do my hair today but gave up half way through. Bangs are fun but a pain sometimes, especially when all you want to do is go back to bed.

someone call the wah-bulance.

Blouse: Old Navy  (similar)
Cardigan: Forever 21
Jeans: Gap  (exact)
Shoes: Rocket Dog (exact)
Watch: Fossil  (similar)

Bear Pup, Superstar

First of all, thank you for your kind comments yesterday while I was "having a moment". I think you are all great :)

Now back to our regular scheduled program - mainly, my dogs being so needy for internet attention that they feel they need to be in every outfit picture. Hansi last week, Baer this week. Maybe next week I'll bring in my fish from work (his name is Fynn Alpha the Beta Fish) and we'll pose together too.

I'm ready for my close up!

Bitch please, I'm fabulous.

Shirt: Old Navy {exact - seen in blue here}

Scarf: Present from my friend Alexa (coming home next week! hi5)

Jeans: Gap Outlet  {similar}

Shoes: Aldo {exact, similar, similar}

Bracelets: Forever 21  {similar}

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