LBD

I'll confess, I constantly underestimate my "Little Black Dress." I usually wear it to semi formal events and on the first day of school (it's usually 115 so the suit I would wear won't work). I tried to make it a little more fun with some color. I seriously think we'll be seeing more of this dress since it deserves to quit being underestimated!
Dress: I think Kmart, $20, Necklace: New York and Co, $5, Watch: Fossil, Gifted, Shoes: Famous Footwear, $20, Pink Tights: Merona, $1.50, Black Tights: Candies, $5

Artsy Slick

I cracked open my new issue of Lucky this weekend, and I was loving the artsy summer look described- basically saying to wear skinny jeans with thong-style sandals, and an asymmetrical artsy top. I looked down at myself and thought- good job self- way to predict this one before it was published! I loved when that happens!
Jeans: American Eagle, $20, Thongs: American Eagle, $15, Shirt: Anthropologie, $30, T-shirt: modbe.com, $20, Headband: Custom

Make My Grandma Proud

Both my grandmothers have passed away, but I am pretty sure they would both be proud of this ensemble of basic neutrals plus vintage style beads, a brooch, and 60's print shoes.
Shoes: Mall Store in Utah, $7, Pants: Banana Republic, $20, Shirt: New York and Company, $10, Shrug: Anthropologie, $20, Watch: Fossil, gifted, Brooch: taken from another shirt which was gifted, Necklace: Rue21, $3

Feeling Girly- Bows and Curls

Bows and curls were just what I wanted today! I guess I do trade my menswear business like attire for something more feminine now and then. And yes, it makes my mother's heart sing when I do this.
Bow: Custom, Watch: Fossil, gifted, Shoes: Target, $6, Shirt: Ann Taylor Loft, $7.50, Dress: Last Chance, $12

Sailor

Shirt: American Eagle, $8, (flower removed from shirt) Jacket: Aerospostale, $12, Pants: Anthropologie, $20, Shoes: Target, $6, Watch: Fossil, gifted

Admissions Counselor

I'm not an admissions counselor, but I did meet with one today, and this is what I got dressed in to do so. Grad school may have to wait next year since I'm late applying, but I plan to keep dressing the part until it becomes a reality.

Feeling Green

I must be pulling out of blue, because I have been grabbing my green clothes more often. Let the next phase begin!
Shirt: Gap, $9, Skirt: Gap, $8, Belt: Forever 21. $12, Boots: Last Chance, $40, Earrings: Icing, $6

Florals for Spring...How Original!

One of my favorite quotes from a movie is when Miranda on The Devil Wears Prada says, "Flowers.....for spring, how original." I laugh every spring when that's what seems to be the "new" thing- this spring in particular. I do love my florals however, and I am excited to wear them, even if according to Miranda Presely they aren't so original.
Tank: Hanes, $3, Shirt: Last Chance, $6, Belt: ???, Jeans: American Eagle, $20, Shoes: Target, $13, Watch: Fossil, gifted, Earrings: Kohls, $8, Bracelet: Bong Shop in Mexico from my college study abroad, $5

Girly T-Shirt and Jeans

I considered paying a lot more for this shirt a month ago, man I love when you do that and then it goes on sale! I had super casual date, so I tried to look a little cute and girly while staying casual.
Shirt: Anthropologie, $20, Jeans: Ralph Lauren, $40 sale, Shoes: Famous Footwear, $20

Wild Child

I've been trying a lot of pieces that don't really seem "me" lately. I've never received more compliments in my life! Mind you I work with teenagers who only compliment me when my clothing is clearly from Abercrombie and Fitch (I own a pair of pants, a sweater vest, and oxford shirt from college and high school, so yes, it doesn't happen often). I think I will continue to mix it up, I love you preppy icon, but I think I'm going to cheat on you for a little while.
Cardigan: New York and Company, $8, Camisole: Shade, $6 sale, Necklaces: Black Market Minerals, $7.50, Pants: New York and Company, $8, Shoes: Naturalizer, $20ish, Headband, Custom, about $4 to make