Whenever You're Ready Fall

We joke in AZ that there are 3 seasons: hot, crazy hot, and monsoon. There are 6 months that this state is pure bliss, like a never-ending fall. When you're all upset about snow I will bask in my fall. I think I'm so ready for it this year I've been purchasing only fall colors. Burnt orange = my new BFF

Shirt: Banana Republic, $10, Skirt: Gap thrifted, Shoes: Naturalizer, $20, belt: NY&Co, Necklace: Gift from sister

Mascot

These were my high school colors, we were even the wolves. I had no idea I was doing this at the time, but when I put this on I had an urge to attend a basketball game all the sudden...
Cardigan: Target, Shirt: Gap, Pants and Shoes: Ann Taylor Loft, Belt: JCrew, Earrings: Kohls

Things I Would Never Do

I just haven't been feeling my fashion diva lately. I know she's in there somewhere, but inspiration has left lately. One night as I prepped for my early morning I was going crazy trying to figure out what to wear to work. I had this crazy idea to do something I would never usually do. I can wear "colored" jeans to work, so I figured I would never go skinnies on a weekday, never do rocker hair, and steer clear of boho since it's not my thing and I don't feel professional. Then something crazy happened, I figured why not do them all at once? Ta-da! Let me tell you, I was asked if I was a sub by a student, and complimented by almost all the kids I teach. Maybe I should combine things "I would never do" more often!

Jeans: NY&co, $13 Sandals: Latin Market, $2, Shirt: Shade, $5, Scarf: NY&Co, $5, Vest: Ann Taylor Loft ???, Bracelet: bought in Mexico on my study abroad ages ago!

Unexpected Surprise

Have you ever had something you looked at on the rack and thought "Uh-Uha!"? This shirt was one of those. Luckily my sister talked me into trying it on, because I loved the color the second I got it on.
I love the unexpected surprises!

Skirt: Thrifted, Shoes: Target, belt: thrifted, Flower and shirt: NY&Co

Changing Things Up

My little sister pointed out to me this summer that I am a Euro-inspired dresser with everything tailored and a classic look. I think I've been in a little rut lately, and decided to try something so not like me. Billow-y shirts are not my favorite thing to wear since I'm abnormally small up top and slightly large on the bottom. I figured why not try it once, and while I'm at it, let's go with a super unexpected color-combo and throw in some Army-green pants. After a little gold I was happy. I know it wasn't the hugest risk, but I think I'm finding my fashion bravery again!
Pants: Gap, $12, Belt: F21 $2.50, Shirt: Vera Wang for Kohls, Necklace: F21, $8, Shoes: Burlington Coat Factory, $12

Stripes and Stripes Forever

I love pattern mixing- particularly when they are the same pattern!

Shirt: NY&Co, Skirt: Custom, made by mom, Shoes: Nine West, Belt: Can't remember???

It's the Simple Things

Shirt: Gap, Polo: AE, Pants: J-Crew, Shoes: ForeverYoung

Confidence

I haven't been the best blogger this summer, I think I needed a break and a chance to dress for me again. I am a firm believer that at the end of the day what you know and love is what you'll feel the most confident in. Can I just say that nothing does it for like a pair of khakis and some version a blue button up shirt? Call me plain, call me boring, but I think I feel more academic, more professional, more sexy, and more me in all variations of this outfit than any others!

Anyone else have something they know won't fail? I'd love to hear it!

Khakis: Gap $12, Sandals: Target, Shirt: H&M $12, Watch: Fossil

The $3 Necklace

Ebay is a beautiful thing isn't it?
Dress: Buffalo Exchange $20, Shoes: Latin Market $7, Necklace: Ebay from China $3, Belt: NY&Co $7ish

Attention to Details

Dress: Loft, Cardigan and Shoes: Target, Bracelet: NY &Co