coulda, woulda, shoulda

top-H&M; vest-vintage Danier; shorts-?? via Winners; boots-Spring; socks-H&M;clutch-vintage; watch-gifted; earrings-thrifted

I could've worn this today because the weather has been super cooperative and we've hit the 22 degrees mark a couple of times this week ( which I thoroughly enjoyed, of course) but...these pics are from about 2 weeks ago. I haven't quite stopped getting dressed since then; I've just had no time to photograph anything... including/especially outfits (which is where I need assistance since I can't take outfit photos by myself...tried, and failed miserably...twice, and then gave up...)

The thing about warm weather in the fall is that no one really dresses for it anymore... we all get into the whole fall-mood, and even when nature gives us a bone...we don't chase it. We wear jeans, boots, scarves, and sweaters, because the calender says it's October (and shows us pictures of orange and yellow leaves, cinnamon flavored drinks, etc.) I know I might regret not seizing the opportunity to wear sandals one more time in 2011, but....let's face it, I've rarely taken the time to reflect on an outfit and actually regret it.

Happy Weekend!:)

told ya

sweater-Smart Set; romper-Promod; sandals-Pat Caivin; purse-Fair Lady; necklace-?? via Sears

You might get tired of seeing this romper sometime soon...this is what happens when I like something (be it, a song, an artist, a type of cereal, or in like in this case-a garment), I become kind of inseparable from it. Also, this week's been pretty hot and this little number is just perfect for that :)

This necklace's quickly becoming a personal favorite too. I bought it on 50% off, which was awesome, considering I probably would've paid full price for it, if I had to. It's also a testament to the fact you never know where you'll find some little gem to take home with you (it's from Sears...where I probably quickly walk through about twice a year)

p.s.- don't mind my lopsided bun... i'll try better next time :) Might even do something new and exciting with my hair! ...just don't get your hopes up

no need to fear

blazer-ZARA; romper-Promod; sandals-Nine West; clutch-vintage; watch-gifted; necklace-XXI

It took me a little while to warm up to rompers, but their practicallity has officially won me over. I love a good summer breeze every now and then, and I also tend to dress as light as possible during the (awesome) summer months, BUT those two don't always mix well. There's garments in my closet that I constantly have to hold down as I walk down a breezy street, from fear that my undies will be exposed. That's why rompers are ideal summer wear: light and airy, and the shorts-like bottoms are perfect for those gorgeous summer breezes :)

All that being said, this color is really not my most favorite, but I stepped a little out of my comfort zone and chanced it. (it was also only available in this color and on sale...so really, there wasn't much of a debate)

another attempt

Let's pretend my legs aren't as ghastly as they are, shall we? And while we're at it, let's also pretend that the weather hasn't chosen to reverse the spring we had just about gotten used to...:(

When I first started this blog, one of the first DIY's I did was 're-vamping' this denim blazer. I have had it for a while now, without really wearing it, so I thought changing up the buttons would entice me to wear it more. That didn't happen. I didn't want to get rid of it fully because it has a nice shape, pretty timeless style, and generally fits well, but I knew I had to do something about it. So, with the help of some thread and black beads, I re-re-vamped it once again; have a feeling this time's the charm.

blazer-Smart Set & DIY

top-vintage

skirt-Suzy Shier

shoes-Wielde

ring- Forever 21

for the love of stripes

My infatuation with stripes began a long, long time ago when I was really young and only got a part-say in what I wore. My mom was awesome enough to always ask me what I thought of the 'outfit' options she'd lay out, and would even take some of my least crazy suggestions into account. Every summer she loved to put me in some sort of nautical, striped ensemble, and ever since, as summer approaches I feel more and more drawn to stripes! I just can't pass them up.

top- American Eagle (via Winners)

pants-H&M

belt-thrifted

flats-Joe Fresh

hat-H&M

necklace- Forever 21

What's your take on stripes?

post white-out

After the white out challenge, I decided to transition slowly back into...other colors. Can't be rushed with these things, you know?

I recently made this cluster necklace as a way of compensating for loosing one of my favorite bib necklaces, and I'm pretty happy with the turn out. I really enjoyed making it, so I'm thinking about making a few more and perhaps posting them on my etsy account. Any suggestions as to what colors I should do?

top-Henna (best fitting t-shirts in the whole world!!!)

skirt- Suzy Shier

tights- Anne Klein

boots- Steve Madden

necklace-handmade