DIY lace trim shorts

Although we all know that now is the best time of the year to stock up on summer staples currently up to 70% off, we seldom actually do it. I suppose it's because the browning leafs and fall merchandise displayed everywhere make it a bit hard to think practically, and we naturally gravitate towards the fall garments we're all eager to wear. (although to be perfectly honest with you, Indian summer is my favorite part of fall ;))

In any case, I'm not one to resist a darn good sale, so naturally I snatched these shorts (and an identical pair in hot pink) for all of $6.94! (our local thrift store can hardly compete with these prices!) I knew instantly the ivory pair were going to need a little something-something because: a. I felt like getting my DIY on; and b. I have another ivory pair that's quite similar already!
Since it's already apparent that the 'lace trend' isn't going anywhere anytime soon, I figured adding a bit of lace couldn't hurt :) The whole project took a little over an hour (I timed it roughly by watching 3 episodes of Sex and the City) and cost...$6.94 (since I got the lace trim from my awesome grandma!)


And here's how I wore them shortly after completion :)

 top & necklace-H&M; shorts-Joe Fresh and DIYed; sandals-Bronx

sparkles & lace

Could you tell how much I love tights? I was one happy camper when leggings made a return, as I fondly remember wearing them as a kid and feeling so, so comfy! They're also perfect for indecisive weather, such as what we've been having lately, since they're usually lighter than jeans, but still likely to keep you cozy (if it suddenly decides to be 4 degrees out...)

The dress/tunic I got at a sample sale and it makes me feel kinda romantic (puffy sleeves, silky fabric, lace...that would do it). I would have substituted the flats for my sparkly ones, but thought that might be overkill; you be the judge!

dress/tunic- John Adams (sample sale)
tights-?? via Winners
tights- Old Navy
bangles- Forever 21, Smart Set

bright and early

A couple of days ago a dear friend and I got up way too early (I'm almost embarrassed to admit how early it was) and made our way down to a UK designers sample sale. A couple of hours later I was back in bed (making up for the early wake up) and had come home with this lace top, and a summer-y tunic I'm so excited to wear! All in all, it was worth it ;)

blazer-Forever 21
top-sample
denim skirt-Joe Fresh
tights-Anne Klein
shoes-Kenzie
bag-ALDO
jewelry-vintage & Forever 21

DIY-lace earrings

A couple of posts ago, I showed an awesome DIY borrowed from HonestlyWTF showing how to create lace earrings. I was so inpsired by the idea, and just couldn't wait to find some time and make some myself!


Fittingly, with Christmas around the corner, these will make a lovely present for someone...:)