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Sunday, August 11, 2013

Poppy Skirt






I got this skirt with my sister-in-law on our family vacation to Wisconsin in June. I had originally tried on another floral mirror print skirt that I really liked, but it was a bit more than I wanted to pay. And then, there, on the sale rack, was this cute little poppy print number. In my size! 

The poppies themselves are more orange-ish than red in real life, so I had a hard time deciding what to wear on top. However, black is in the stamens, and I have a decent amount of black tops, so that was easy. I would like to punch it up a bit in the future, so any suggestions are appreciated!

blazer: Target via ARC
tank: Old Navy
skirt: J. Crew Factory
heels: Target via Habitat for Humanity

Saturday, August 10, 2013

Triple Print Mixing Triple Threat

sorority girl pose - as natural as breathin'


 
I did a side braid, and then braided that into a bigger french braid
  


I mixed THREE whole prints in this number! THREE! Granted, 2 of them are polka dots, but they're different sizes, so I say it counts :) My shirt has some white stripes, hard to see, I know, but trust me, they're there. I even got complimented on this outfit by a total stranger, in the bathroom, at the public library. Odd, yes? Flattering? You betcha ;)

This blazer is from Aeropostale. I knew it would be a great addition to my closet as soon as I saw it, since it can go over the top of just about anything (and it's really soft). I'm looking forward to wearing it as a light jacket, or as a blazer. 

Now, you'll never hear me say I love cold weather. I am a sun&sand&heat&summer-lover, through and through. That being said, I AM excited to wear this jacket, and some other new things I've acquired, in the cooler months. There's not much like wearing new clothes for the first few times, am I right? And also, being that I live somewhere where it can snow in October just as easily as January or May, or even June, I'm very comfortable layering and thinking of clothes in terms of what I can wear them under or over. So, I am a wee bit excited to layer and wear scarves and add more depth to my outfits without sweating in the heat ;)

shirt: WalMart
blazer: c/o Aeropostale
scarf: c/o Aeropostale
pants: Old Navy via Plato's Closet
sandals: Sears

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My Chartreuse Summer Sweater






I wore this outfit to take two cute pups to the vet for a checkup, and then on to work. I got this chartreuse-ish sweater several weeks ago at Old Navy and have been itching to wear it. It's very light, and the sleeves roll up and stay put with a nice little button deal-thingey - perfect for the summer heat when you work in a really chilly office. I added plain shorts and some wedges, since the color of the sweater is so bright, and, TA DA!!! Summer sweater chic ;)

sweater: Old Navy
shorts: Old Navy
sandals: DSW

thought you might appreciate this picture of me smiling like a doofus...
I was actually probably talking (surprise!) ;]

Friday, August 9, 2013

Hawaiian Style




THESE are some of my other new pants! check out those zippers!

I wore this to my new job's department picnic the other day. The theme was Hawaiian, and unfortunately (or fortunately?) I don't have any loud Hawaiian print shirts in my closet. My Mr. doesn't either. But if he did, it would swim on me, and I could wear it as a dress, er, muu muu ;) 

So, I chose a tank with a parrot and "Hawaii" on it . And a flower in my hair. My own interpretation of Hawaiian. How did I do, Abby? (she's one of my besties who lives in Paradise)

*sigh* 

We're trying to get me on a 1-way flight out there...

Aloha & mahalo!

Tank: Target
Chambray: Kohl's
Pants: Aeropostale
Flip Flops: Gap
Hair flower: Lahaina, Maui

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

I Got New Pants


like my spectacles?

You guysssss, these are my new pants from Aéropostale. And I must say, I like 'em. I like 'em a lot. They're a jegging fit, which I know turns some people off, but I like it because they stay where they're supposed to, if ya know what I mean. And I can use a little spandex lately, too much delicious food has made its way into my belly lately...

Anyway, you like? Think you'll go get you some? You definitely should...!


This is the blazer from Aéro - it was too warm to wear it today. But maybe tomorrow? We're supposed to be getting some rain and colder weather the rest of this week. And you know I love summer, but when you've got new fall clothes to wear, you want it to be a bit cooler for just a few days ;)

Shirt: JCPenney
Sandals: Sears
Blazer: Aéropostale

Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Workin' Girl



This is what I wore on my last day at my old job this past Friday. I'm still at the same University, but now in a different department. I left on great terms and it was really tough to leave! I've really enjoyed the people I worked with there, but am looking forward to new responsibilities & challenges in my new position.

Shirt: WalMart
Skirt: Urban Outfitters via clothing swap 
Sandals: Maurice's




This is what I wore to my first day at my new job yesterday. I scored this dress at Kohl's over the weekend with some Kohl's cash and a coupon. I'm trying to find dresses that provide more coverage so I can wear them to work - easier said than done, my friends. 

Things went well my first day, but you know how you can't really jump into a new job the first day? There's lots of paperwork and processes and orientations and trainings to go through? I'm ready to be done with those and into my new support role! Of course, I know I won't learn it all in a day, but I'm ready to get rolling with the learning and the doing :)


This super cute clutch is from Aéro - they sent it to me before their Aéro Rocks Fashion event last week. It's the perfect size for when I don't want to carry TOO much, but need more than what can fit in my little carry-all wallet.

Unrelated to switching jobs and outfits, I'm going to discontinue my "monthly outfit recaps." They're a lot of work to summarize what I posted just days ago, and they feel redundant to me. Please let me know if you think otherwise. Are there any topics you'd like to see more of? Running, budgeting, living within our means, my supersweetsupercute dogs?

Dress: Kohl's
Wedges: DSW
belt: thrifted
clutch: c/o Aéropostale

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Monday, August 5, 2013

Aéro Rocks Fashion

this is a sponsored post, however, all opinions are my own


Several weeks ago, Aéropostale reached out to me about an event they were hosting at my local store last Monday. They were unveiling their new fall line, and invited me and two guests to attend. They covered their store windows after close on Sunday, and unveiled their new look at 4 pm on Monday for their Aero Rocks Fashion event, all over the country. 

I hadn't been to an Aéro since my freshman year of college, I think - that whole "college student budget" thing (my budget was that I had ZERO money to spend on clothes). But I was blown away by the items in the store - lots of cute sweaters, tops, jackets, pants, shoes, jewelry - you name it! I used to have several polo shirts from Aéro, as did most of my friends, in high school, and I'll admit, I wore those things out! Aéropostale has refreshed their look, and I'm a big fan! I came home with some great things to rock this fall (below).

I'm a terrible blogger - this is the only picture I took at the event. It's a maxi dress - the light makes it look green-ish, but it was actually more of a tan/khaki. Really cute, but a bit too long for this shortie here. *sigh*
L to R: ponté knit blazerfaux leather trim ponté pants; zip pocket ponté pantslola core black wash jegging
 Can we talk about those faux leather trim ponté pants?? SO excited to have found them! I'm imagining them with boots and a big sweater this fall & winter. They're along the lines of "riding pants," but are a bit edgy with the faux leather on the sides. *swoon*

scarf & headbands: swag bag from Aéro Rocks Fashion event; clutch: c/o of Aéropostalemarled contrast-stitch active cropped leggings
 These marled contrast-stitch active cropped leggings are part of Aéro's active line, Live Love Dream. I've got running shorts, and running tights, but these are my first pair of capris. They immediately caught my eye because of the pretty marled gray color, and the neon stitching. I told you neon makes me run faster, right? My running shoes are bright orange #truestory #proof #justkiddingimstillreallyslow

I've got several races coming up this fall, and these will be perfect for a chilly morning event here in Colorado. And they're a little different than the typical black capris/leggings that everyone else seems to wear ;)

I've got some great ideas in mind for these new pieces and can't wait to share them with you! Be sure to check out the new arrivals at Aéropostale - there are some great items at really affordable price points!

Happy Monday! Sorry, no Mr. Picks Mondays today or last week - he's been in Vegas since Saturday, so I had to pick out my own outfit :/ tough way to start the week, I know!

And please accept my apology for my week long absence - big changes in our little family! I've switched jobs and my sweet Mr. got a promotion! More on that soon!