09/27

a hint of fall :: #whatiwore

It was an overcast morning and I was running late as usual.  I had plans to have breakfast with one of my favorite sisters-in-law.  We don’t get together nearly as much as we should, but since her youngest just started preschool, it was the perfect time for some girl chat over breakfast.

I knew I had plenty of clothes so I didn’t really think about what I was going to wear until right before getting dressed.  Which I know from experience, doesn’t benefit me so I really don’t know why I still insist on waiting until the last minute to decide.  Oh wait, I think Albert Einstein had an answer for that…

in·san·i·ty (inˈsanitē/) : doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results

So I guess I’m insane.  :oP

Why is it that we (sorry, I’m grouping all the women in that “we”, mostly so I don’t feel alone in this) can have a closet full of clothes, yet “nothing to wear”?

I start going through my closet…”nope”, “nope”, “nope”, “too dressy”, “too summery”, “I don’t want to wear a dress”, etc.

Then I got to my new sweater from Target.  I walked out in the backyard half dressed to see what the weather felt like.  Hmmmm….a little humid, but overcast and I’m always coooold in restaurants so…done deal! Yay, crisis diverted! Best part was that I would get to wear my new booties too!

2013-09-26_0006Sweater (sold out) :: Lucky Jeans :: Gianni Bini booties

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It turned out to be a very fall feeling day…for Florida anyways. Overcast most of the day, a slight cool breeze and temps in the high 70’s-low 80’s.  It was awesome and made me even more eager for Fall to be here.

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09/16

what’s on my current playlist and other randoms…

I was only going to post some recent songs that have been on repeat on my iPod lately, but then I had other randomness floating through my head and thought what the heck, let’s just throw it all in one big mashed up randomness post.

Currently listening to…

  • Olly Murs, “Dance with Me Tonight” :: I’m kind of in love with this song.  I love to dance, so any song that makes me want to get up and dance is destined to become a playlist favorite!  Car dancing is almost not even good enough for this song.  I want to stop the car, jump out and start dancing in the middle of the street.  But, then I worry about getting arrested b/c I look like a crazy person or more importantly, getting run over and that wouldn’t be good so I stick to car dancing.  For your listening pleasure, I included the video so you can chair dance at your desk or even better, just get up and bust a move next to your desk.  If this song doesn’t make you at least tap your foot…I just…don’t even know what to do with you.

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  • Lady Gaga, “Applause”
  • Lana Del Ray, “Summertime Sadness”
  • Katy Perry, “Roar”
  • JT & Jay-Z, “Holy Grail” :: I didn’t love this song at first, but it’s slowly grown on me and now I like it a lot.

Currently lusting after…

  • these boots from Target.  They are too high or they would have been mine already!  I love everything about them, except they like 1/2″ too tall.  Curse you Sam & Libby!  🙁

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    • leopard shoes :: I *need* some.  Part of me wants flats because I don’t actually wear heels that often, but I really want some classic leopard pumps.

Currently losing my mind over…

  • party madness!  ::  My daughter’s 13th bday was Saturday, along with her party.  We usually have parties somewhere other than the house so that it’s less stressful, but for some reason I was obsessing over what needed to get done.  I think because the party room at the location was plain & barren so I felt the need to bring more decor than just plates & a few balloons.  I didn’t bring a lot, but enough to get me in a tizzy.  I spent Friday night prepping and getting all my stuff organized though, so the next day it all went off without a hitch and she had an great 13th birthday!
    (*side note* Ahhhhh!  I am now the mother of a teenager! Where’s the biting your fingernails emoticon?!)

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  • wedding madness :: My brother is getting married next weekend and my sister and I are going to put together a candy buffet for the reception.  We’re driving ourselves crazy deciding on candy, decor, containers, etc.  We’ve got most of the candy figured out.  Now we just have to pull it all together!

Currently dreaming of…

  • a clean house.  My house is in more of a disarray than usual since I’ve got a one tracked mind and lately it’s been torn into two trying to focus on the two parties/events.  It’s getting a bit ridiculous.  I had a dream about needing to do the laundry last night.  Because needing to do it in real life isn’t bad enough, I have to DREAM about it not being done too!  Maybe I can get back on track this week since one party is over now.
  • Fall weather and clothing and holidays!  I love Fall.  There’s a nice breeze, it’s not so flippin’ hot, pumpkin spiced lattes are back, and there’s a holiday every month until the end of the year.  By Christmas I’m pretty much over the holidays, but I love October and Halloween.  I’m a little more in love with my fall wardrobe than my summer one too so I need cooler weather to get here soon so I can start wearing all my favorite clothes!

As of now, I could have had a jump start on that clean house, but I chose to completely slack today.  Maybe tomorrow!  😉  Hope everyone’s week is off to a great start!

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09/06

Currently :: #lustlist

I have a habit of being drawn to things that stand out or that are on sale, but then have buyers remorse. So, I am going to try and not just fly by the seat of my pants and actually have a plan when I go shopping. I will of course, still be open to those spontaneous purchases, but hopefully with a more discerning eye!

Currently on my radar for Fall…

2013-09-06_0001Any (or all!) of these from Anthropologie.  Y’all know I adore that dog sweater…the black polka dot looks so chic and beautiful…and the soft baseball tee sweater?  It’s a gorgeous color, but best of all, they paired it with camo!  Love it!

2013-09-06_0002Something leather!  Leather is everywhere this season and I am in search of SOMETHING with leather on it.  I like the combination of t-shirt and leather in this shirt from J Crew. Leather pants are always hot, but I’m lovin’ this navy pair.  And, a leather dress? Yes, please!!

Screen Shot 2013-09-06 at 10.00.45 AMA leopard clutch/purse is definitely on my wish list this season!  I have been drooling over this Claire Vivier one.  I’ve been on the lookout for a more affordable version, but nothing I’ve seen even compares.  If you know of a good one, send it my way please!

Screen Shot 2013-09-06 at 10.05.28 AMReally wanting a sparkly bracelet right now.  I had my eye on this pave one from BaubleBar, but it’s currently out of stock.  🙁 Again, I’ve been looking for cheaper versions, but none seem to compare.  I want a chunky one that is blingy, but not cheap looking.  I like this one from J Crew, but I’m not willing to shell out $125 for it.

bootiesleft :: middle :: right

Booties are very much on my radar right now.  I’m fine with any color really, just as long as it looks good on my big ole size 10 foot.  I want flattering, comfortable and something I can wear with a lot of things.  Ultimately I think the first one on the left is optimum because of the low heel & color.

2013-09-06_0005Color!!  I’m loving the fall colors out right now.  Deep red, purple, green are my favorites so far.  Along with grey & nude for neutrals.  I’ve been really into grey (& stripes) lately and I don’t see that changing in the near future.

These two sweaters from the Limited caught my eye while shopping the other day, but I didn’t purchase them.  In honor of trying not to impulse buy I decided to simmer on them for a bit.  Maybe wait for a sale.  I think the left one will definitely be joining my closet soon though.
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What about you?  What’s on your fall wish list?

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05/19

One Piece, Three Ways :: #whatiwore

MK over at Outfit Posts decided to do a fun little Spring remix post about how to wear one piece, two ways.  She featured all the reader submissions on her blog today and I wanted to share mine here.  For your viewing pleasure, I also included a third (basic) option.  😉

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My one piece is the Striped Convertible Neckline Slub dress from Express.  It’s a cotton material, so it’s pretty comfy and you can wear it with a high neckline or turn it around and wear it with a lower neckline.  I decided to do a day to night inspired look.  Day (on the left) would be say, at your 9-5’er.  Then, for your Night look…you slip off the pencil skirt, turn the dress around (lower neckline), change your shoes, throw on some leather and you’re ready for the club (or date).  The third look (in the middle) could be considered “weekend” wear.  Here in FL, you can’t have too many layers during the 90+ degree days or you might heat to death.  🙂

I feel like it’s important to add that, with almost all of my Express purchases, I use a coupon.  They put a coupon out often that’s along the lines of $15 off $30, $30 off $90 and $50 off $150.  I hardly ever pay full price unless I really need something and there isn’t a coupon out.

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*disclaimer – Hubs does not approve of my “night” shoes.  He said I should have kept the heels on.  lol.  Honestly, IRL if I were going from day to night and going for drinks, I would have probably kept the heels on, but I wanted to make the night outfit a little funkier.  So, if you hate the booties,
<——– here it is with the heels.

 Inadvertently, this post could be titled Express clothing remix (with the exclusion of the shoes) since all of my clothing pieces are Express brand.

Dress
Pencil Skirt
Jacket (old, but similar here)
Pumps
Booties (Target, but pretty much sold out
similar here, here & here)
Sandals (Target)

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