Blog Much?

I know I haven't been on in a while, I apologize for my improptu hiatus. I did not intend to take one, but during the last two weeks before finals I was incredibly stressed out and not look blog worthy, after finals my mom came to stay with me for a month and I just couldn't find the time to blog, then I went on a short vacation and did not have internet access, finally I have been up to my eyes in wedding stuff. One word: elope! Anywho, I'm back and I do apologize to anyone who may have missed me, because I did miss you!

My Outfit:

White ruffle blouse- $4 , Rue 21

Yellow cardigan- $3 , thrifted

Cropped jeans- $9, TJ Maxx

Purple T-strap heels- $5, Payless

Brown belt- $2, thrifted

Earrings- $1, Dollar Tree

Both necklaces- gifted

Total Cost: $24

A Little Pep in my Step

Ahh, ladies (and perhaps gentlemen) I won't lie to you all, I've been a little down lately. I feel like the walls are closing in on me. I'm always really busy, it's just who I am but lately I can't seem to get a moment to catch my breath, or just catch up period! In addition, to feeling a little claustrophobic I've been less than confident about my body too. In June of last year I hired a personal trainer. No, I don't make that kind of money, but I decided to finally do something for myself. I did great! I mean I've never felt so good, it wasn't that I necessarily lost a lot of weight, it was more that my whole body was changing. I lost 2 dress sizes and about 10 pounds. Because I've been so busy lately, I can't seem to find the time to workout (I can no longer afford the trainer, so this doesn't help). At any rate, just not feeling uber confident, so I decided to wear something peppy!! I like this outfit, in fact, I have had this blue and green blouse for a few months but haven't been able to figure out how to wear it, I think I got it!

My Outfit:

Blue and Green blouse- $6, Old Navy

Yellow Cardigan- $3, thrifted

Jeans (turned capri)- $9, TJ Maxx

Heels- $9, Payless

Belt (unseen)-$7, Burlington

Brooch- $0.80 , thrifted

Earrings- $1, Dollar Tree

Total Cost: $35.80

Accessories:

I have a love/hate relationship with these heels. I love the texture and the classic nature of them, but especially at this time of year, when I'm really pale, they sort of blend into my skin!

Go Falcons!

These are the colors of my Alma mater!!! I haven't ever worn this color combination until now, and you know I think I felt like I looked better than the way I actually look in this pic. I don't know, the skirt is kinda of funky and the cardigan makes me feel like a lady. However, I think the problem I'm having with the picture is that the yellow is too light with this dark purple. It's like Kasmira says about pairing colors, to pair the same ,and the woman definitely knows what she's talking about. So I think that I'm going to have to search for a darker yellow top!! Anywhoo, on to the outfit:

Black tee- $3, Walmart

Yellow cardigan- $3, thrifted

Purple polka dot skirt-$4, Cato

Black tights- $5, (George) Walmart

Black suede peep toe wedges- $3, thrifted

Black belt- free with purchase of dress

Earrings- $2, Cato

Bracelet- $0.60, Cato

Brooch- free with purchase of blouse

Total Cost- $20.60

I love this bracelet!! I lucked out at the thrift store! It's so funky and cool!! (Sorry for the blurrish pic, if anyone can provide suggestions on how to get close-ups of my accessories without all the blur I would love that!!)

You've seen these!! Still love them!