Silk Wash

Story about this blouse:

I thrifted it, it appeared to be brand new if not barely worn. Whenever I thrift things they get washed immediately, let's face it not the cleanest places in the whole wide world. So I proceed to wash everything- got a bunch of stuff. As I'm pulling the laundry from the washer, I notice the texture of this blouse is different. Horror strikes, I look at the label- yep 100% silk. Yeah, you don't wash silk....I'm an idiot!!

Oh, well it was a whole $2, but I'm still wearing it...it didn't really get totally ruined, it's just not the same buttery feeling against my skin.

My Outfit:

Polka dot blouse- $2, thrifted

Cardi- $2, thrifted

Jeans- $20, Express

Flats- $13, Burlington

Brooch- free with purchase

Earrings-$2, Walmart

Total Cost: $39

I had actually planned on wearing the lovely polka dots with this red cardigan:

But the cut was all wrong, you see the magnificent ruffles of the blouse had to be framed in all their glory, this cardigan would have totally taken away from the ruffleness.

Easy Breezy

Lately, I've been so busy, I don't seem to have the time to really "plan" my outfits, but I've been noticing that sometimes less really is more.

I swear I don't make him pose! He's a little pre-madonna!

My outfit:

Pink tank- $3, Old Navy

Black sheer blouse- $5, Express

Khakis- $4, Thrifted (Target)

Earrings- gifted

Flats- $13, Burlington

Total Cost: $25

I can't believe I haven't worn these yet! Super comfortable and very versatile!

I'm afraid this is going to be the last time I wear these, a faux stone popped out...maybe I'll refashion it somehow....

Jazz Hands!!

This was Tuesday. I was running late, so I chose something very basic, but at the last minute decided to add a little bit of interest and throw on a scarf as a belt- it's my interpretation of jazz hands, in clothing form!! I loved the look, but perhaps next time I'll chose a pair of pants that fit me really well, so I'm not pulling them up all the time- no the most practical belt of all!!

My Outfit:

Black tee- $3, Walmart

Jeans- hand me downs

Flats- $10, Burlington Coat Factory

Scarf- $1, AC Moore (yea, the craft place)

Necklace- made by me

CZ studs- gifted

Total Cost: $14

Love these, just got them with some of my birthday money!!

Man I love birthdays!

Necklace close-up:


Ollie, modeling the scarf- can't you see the versatility?!

That's it, I'm signing him up to be a pet model!!

Rainy days and mondays

This was Monday, I'm a bit behind on my posting, I've been pretty busy with school...ahh..it'll be over soon. I was actually wearing my tall black boots and a cardigan belted because the weather said that there was a 50% chance of rain. So the whole day I'm walking around campus looking like a big old idiot carrying a HUGE umbrella in absolutely beautiful blue skies!! Needless to say I took off the cardigan, and thankfully, switched into a pair of flats I had in my car! So, here's my improve outfit:

My Outfit:

Pink blouse- $2.50, thrifted

Black cami- $4, JC Penney

Black (off black) trousers- gifted, Victoria Secret

Flats- $7, Ebay (American Eagle)

Earrings- $2, Cato's

Total Cost: $15.50

Close-up of the Earrings:

I love the bow on these:

Saturday: Lunch With the Girls

Ahh, I didn't have to work today, because of the holiday...it was glorious!!!! I took the opportunity to do something that I NEVER do, hang out with my girlfriends!! It was awesome, we gossiped, giggled, and I even had a drink (for those of you that don't know, I barely ever drink- I mean EVER!!!) It was true bliss! Of course, when I got home I had to clean, but I'll take the trade off!!! I kept it simple for the outing with jeans a white tee and a very lovely scarf, from someone rather wonderful!!!

Todays Outfit:

White tee- $3, Walmart

Jeans- hand me downs (my SIL gave me lots!!)

Flats- $9, JC Penney

Belt- $9, Burlington

Scarf- From the Lovely Lydia

Earrings- $2, Cato
Puppy- gift from my bro and SIL

Total Cost: $23

Soooo, I don't know if you've noticed but Ollie (our pup) LOVES the camera. It's really funny because he'll be minding his own business until he hears the timer going off on the camera, then he'll saunter on over and place himself right behind me. What can I say I've created a monster!!! Maybe I'll start dressing him so he can at least contribute some fashion, sure he's cute, but some fashion please!!!

Oh again with the no detail shots :( Sorry, and you do have to see these flats and earrings too!! I promise, next time!!

Oh, I almost forgot! So, my birthday is this friday, 9-11 ( I know, sucks, but I came first so there!!)- gah I love exclamations, imagine what I sound like- chances are you got it! So, where was I? Oh yes, my birthday (26- yikes!) my hubs has surprised me with a beach trip, very last minute, so I will totally be out of commission until Monday. Have no fear, I will be taking pictures, but prob won't be able to upload until I get back. We'll see, maybe I'll be crazy and blog while there, why not, I DO have to study for analytical chemistry regardless (not that this is anywhere near analytical chemistry- ack!) Alright, I'll quit my ramblings, see you laters!!

Thursday's Outfit

Well, I'm mostly in the clear as far as the poison ivy is concerned...it really sucked!!! Anywho, been pretty busy lately, so I'm playing catch up:

My Outfit:

Striped button down: $3, Express (via thrift)

Blue shirt- $3, Walmart

Jeans- hand me downs (Guess)

Fushia Flats- $5, TJ Maxx

Necklace- $4, Ebay

Earrings- $2.50, Shirley's
Total Cost: $17.50

Not really sure why I didn't take any detail shots, I'll have to show you a close-up of the necklace and the flats soon though!!

Mom Jeans

I really wasn't feeling so great about my outfit today, in fact, it reminded me of "Mom Jeans":

Ok, maybe not that bad, but not really me...
My Outfit:
White button-up- $2, thrifted
Blue tee- $3, Walmart
Bermuda shorts- $2, Old Navy
Flats- $6, Sears
Necklace- $7, Plato's
Earrings- $2.50, Shirley's
Belt- $7, Burlington
Total Cost: $29.50

Shaking it up

Yesterday's Outfit:

I thought I'd get a little crazy with all the patterns!

Red blouse- $6, Old Navy

Cardigan- $2, thrifted

Jeans- $20, Express

Belt- $1.50, thrifted

Flats- $9, Sears

Earrings- $3.50, thrifted

Total Cost: $42

Mixing Patterns:

Seriously love these!

Keeping it Simplish

I didn't want to think much about what I had to wear today, so I kind of kept it simple, but still used some color.

My Outfit:

Black crochet cami- $4, Old Navy

Blue and black blouse- $3, Rue 21

Jeans- $20, Express

Leopard flats- $9, JC Penney

Earrings- $2, Shirley's

Total Cost: $38

Shoe close-up:

Simple Earrings:

Photo dump!!

Friday: Go Red

I know I don't usually post pics on friday or saturday but this weekend was different, I put on a baby shower for my brother and SIL on sunday so I took a bit of time off to do so, I'll post those pics seperately. Oh, so why the photo dump? My internet was on the fritz, I would have it and then out of nowhere, it wouldn't work again...finally fixed!! So, I never remember to "go red" and I finally did thanks to Kimberly.

My Outfit:

Burgundy(Red) Cami-$4, Plato's Closet

White blouse- $6, Old Navy

Trousers- $ 15, Old Navy

Necklace- $1, Dollar Tree

Earrings- $1, Dollar Tree

Red Pointy kitten heels- $10 , Payless

Total Cost- $37

Necklace close-up:

Earrings close-up:
Love these:


Saturday:
I had a writer's workshop class to attend today, counts as an elective for the program I'm in...not actually a writer, but anyway this is what I wore for the full day of 9-5 in one room, same seat, BOORING!
My Outfit:
Gray sweater dress- $5, F21
White sweater- $5, F21
Scalloped tights- $4, Old Navy
Blue tights- $3, Old Navy
Gray socks- vintage, they were my grandpa's (not as weird as it sounds)
Boots- gifted
Necklace and earring set- $5, Shirleys
Total Cost-$ 22

Earring & Necklace close-up:
Love these boots! (yes I pretty much love all my shoes!! Especially boots!)

Monday:

Had a bunch of homework to do today! Argh! Had to dress comfortably. I tend to steer clear from these types of wrap tops, because they have a tendency to say something like "here's my boobs, take a look!" But I think this is okay, perhaps some opinions would help me out with this :)

My Outfit:

Teal tshirt- $3, Old Navy

White/gold wrap top- $7, Old Navy

Jeans- $20, Express

Flats- $9, JC Penney

Key necklace- $1, Dollar Tree

Mid necklace- $1, Dollar Tree

Longest necklace- $3, Shirley's

Tiny brooch on wrap- $0.60, thrifted

Earrings (came with necklace)- $2.50, Shirley's ($5 for combo)

Total Cost- $47.10

Layering necklace attempt:

These flats have been worn to death!

Tuesday:

I had to work until 4 today and then I had to go to class, quick change!! I loved the ideas of combining these two colors, and I think that I really pulled it off (surprisingly)!

My Outfit:

Fushia scoopneck- $6, Old Navy

White button-up- $5, Macy's

Blue Floral skirt- $4, thrifted (NY & Co.)

White opaque tights- $5, Walmart (George)

Gray socks- vintage (yep, grandpa's, but different pair)

Boots- gifted
Necklace- $4, Shirley's

Earrings- $3, Shirley's

Total Cost: $27

Necklace and Earrings:

Soo Tired

I can't even begin to explain how tired I am today!! I'm making it though and that being said I'll make this a short one!

My Outfit:

Black cami- $4, JC Penney

Pink sheer blouse- $6, Plato's Closet (Express)

Cardigan- $4.5, thrifted

Jeans- $20 , Express

Fushia flats- $5, TJ Maxx (American Eagle)

Pink pearl necklace as bracelet- gifted

Earrings- gifted

Necklace- $5, Shirley's

Total Cost- $44.50

Close-up of "bracelet"

My awesome earrings and purple shell necklace:

Michelle Obama Challenge

I feel like such a lady today. Michelle Obama has such a wonderful, streamlined, classic, ladylike style about her. Her look seems so easy and no fuss, but I'll tell you it took me a good minute to figure out what to wear- this is what I came up with. I love the jewel tones that Mrs. O usually rocks, I've also noticed she's a big fan of cardigans (as am I), so I thought that I'd rock both out in one garment. I also love what she does with her brooches, so I tried my hand at it. Even though Mrs. O doesn't usually wear hose/tights, you guys just aren't ready for the whiteness that would be if I didn't put some one ;) I also rocked the flats just like the lovely first lady (I, however, am a sad 5'7"). You know what's funny? My fiance and I argued about whether or not Mrs. O wore flats, he claimed that "no, she wears heels!" I said, "oh, you dear thing, you have no clue!" I explained that I would have to school him later!! hehe...

My Outfit:

Black turtleneck- $5, F21

Blue cardigan- $4, thrifted (Merona)

Black pencil skirt- $10, Ross

Pointy toe flats- $8, Payless

Scalloped nude tights- $3, Old Navy

Middle brooch- free with purchase of blouse

Brooch (on your right)- $0.80, thrifted

Brooch (on your left)- Vintage (my grandmother's)

Earrings- $1, thrifted

Pearl bracelet- gifted

Total Cost- $31.80

My camera cut off my feet, so these are the flats that I'm wearing.
My attempt at the first Lady's brooch style:
My Inspiration:

Kinda plain, but Pink!

So today my outfit had to be pretty practical. I had to be in a lab setting for a number of hours, so that means long pants and closed toed shoes, and for my preference- hair back! Anyway, I thought I would pop this boring outfit with a pepto pink!! It makes me cheerful and giddy, although those that know me know that doesn't take much. At any rate, you may expect something equally as practical tomorrow, haven't decided yet though!

My Outfit:

White tee- $3, Walmart

Pink long sleeve polo- gifted, Tommy Hilfiger

Wide leg jeans- $ 20, Express

Pointy flats- $8, Payless

Headband- $1, Walmart (2 pk for $2)

Necklace- $1, Dollar Tree

Earrings- $2, Cato

Belt- $4, Walmart

Total Cost-$39

Close-up of my necklace:

Close-up of my flats:

These remind me of witches!!!

Feeling Bubbly

I would like to first start by saying thank you for all the lovely comments thus far, I really appreciate them, and I agree with you Sheila when you said you get to know what your body actually looks like. So, today is obviously Sunday and something you must know about me and Sunday is that I do practically nothing, I usually work for 24 hours combined on friday and saturday (don't know why I didn't capitalize these too) and am quite tired by Sunday (back at it again). Anywho, I just kind of laze around, but was feeling the bubblegum pink today!!

Todays Outfit:

Plain White tee- $3, Walmart

Pink Blouse- gifted from my mom (bought in Australia)

Brown extreme V-neck sweater- $6, Old Navy

Jeans- $9, TJ Maxx

Leopard flats- $9, JC Penney

Earrings- $2, Cato

Butterfly necklace- gifted (one of my favs)

Brooch- came from an old blouse I had

Total Cost- $29