Bare Legs & 3/4 Sleeves

flannel: option
skirt: francesca's | option

booties: target | similar 1, 2

necklace: c/o onecklace
watch: exact

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I know bare legs and rolled up sleeves look a little cray right now, especially if you've been in NJ pretty much anytime at all during this ridiculously freezing cold winter. Except for two weekends ago when we got a heat wave - 50° and sunny!  Normally I wouldn't bust out a skirt (without tights) in such weather, but you know, I just had to grab a little slice of sunshine while I could.

And what better way to tell winter to kindly f#*k off than with some brightly colored florals and plaid?  If this sweet little combo doesn't chase away the chill, I don't know what will.

Linking here today.

Something Old

{tank: old navy  |  skirt: wet seal (old)  |  jacket: h&m (similar)  |  shoes: payless (crazy similar)  |  necklace: etsy}

Shopping in your closet is like going through a fabric-filled time capsule.  This skirt is so old, I barely remember buying it.  All I know is that I got it at Wet Seal, back when I was still young enough to shop at Wet Seal; ie. about 12 years ago (granted, I'm currently much too old to still be shopping at Forever21, but that's beside the point).  More confounding than the fact that it still fits (thank you, elasticized waist!), is that I've managed to drag it around with me from dorm room to summers spent living at home to off-campus housing to a smattering of different apartments.  This skirt's probably been with me through a total of 10 moves.  And I haven't worn it in over 7 years.  All for the big payoff - wearing it to go out for one night.  If that's not commitment to a $15 article of clothing, I don't know what is.

I'm linking up with these ladies today.

Stop me if you've heard this one...

{top: gap  |  skirt: UO  |  sandals: blowfish (similar) |  watch: sprout}

So, a French man, a French woman, a Russian, and a Swiss guy walk into an Indian restaurant...

with their token local American {me}.

The least I could do was wear an ethnic ikat printed skirt and try to remind them of my German roots by sporting milkmaid braids - all in the hopes it'd give me enough foreign flair to be worthy of dining with such an internationally eclectic group of people I'm happy to call my friends.

I'm linking up today.

50's Inspired

{jacket: target  //  cami (old), tights: old navy  //  cardi (old): delias  //  skirt: tulle  //  shoes (old): esprit  //  scarf: h&m  //  necklace: handmade}

Participating in the 10 Day Challenge has really pushed me out of my comfort zone and has motivated me to create outfits using items from the depths of my closet that haven't been exposed to daylight in longer than I care to remember.

For today's challenge, I was inspired by the 1950's.

  The full skirts.  The sweater sets.  The pearl necklaces.  The high ponytail.

Check, check, check, and check.

P.S. - I'm also linking up with the ABC's of Style.  K is for knit today, and my cardigan fits the bill.

A Little Bit of the Blues

{sweater, tights: old navy  //  skirt: tulle  //  scarf: mandee  //  shoes: payless  //  earrings: claire's}

The only blues I'm feeling today are the shades of my outfit.  Otherwise, it's a beautiful, warm day.  The squirrels are playful, the birds are chirping, and I'm absolutely loving strolling around in the sunshine.

The monochromaticality (yep, that's a new word) of this outfit is thanks to the 10 day challenge I'm participating in over at Freckles in April.  If it wasn't for Kayla's prompt, I probably never would have thought to wear these pieces together.  

But I'm so glad I did.

At Home

{button up: old navy  //  skirt: tulle  //  headband: forever21}

Yesterday was just a cozy day spent at home in comfy clothing.  Nowhere to be, no reason to layer up.  Lots of warmth, comfort, and lounging.

And on an unrelated note, if you don't know about SOPA or PIPA you need to read this post by Sarah from Just Take a Bow.   It is such a relevant issue, and the possibility of Congress passing these acts is terrifying.  Sarah's post is an extraordinarily clever way to spread awareness.
Thank you, Sarah.
Oh, and if this makes you as angry as it should, don't forget to do something about it.

Going Places

{cardi, tee: old navy  //  skirt: asos  //  belt, necklace: delias  //  tights: payless  //  boots: steve madden  //  watch: sprout, via pure citizen  //  earrings: handmade}

I  just realized that every time I take photos in this location, it's because I'm on my way out. 

This is my front yard which is conveniently located right next to the driveway.  It's practically on my way to the car.  I mean, for just 10 more steps I could have taken photos here instead (which I happen to find a little more interesting).

Nothing like spending 10+ hours a week on a blog to make you realize how lazy you are.

Bar-ty Girl

{blazer: target  //  tee, tights: old navy  //  skirt: tulle  //  booties: fioni for payless  //  bracelets: f21, target, diy  //  watch: sprout  //  nail polish: 5below}

To me, this outfit kind of looks like something that should be worn to a party.  But instead, I wore it to a bar.  The heels definitely helped my short self get up on those extra tall bar chairs, and also allowed me to hit the floor sooner every time I slid off the seat due to my strangely slippery skirt.

Good times.

PS - Can you believe I got this skirt for only $7.84 (!!!) from tulle on cyber Monday?  Boo yah.  Yes, I just said that.

(Un)dressing for the Weather

{jacket: target  //  top: old navy  //  vintage kerchief: gramma's  //  skirt & knee highs: asos  //  boots: steve madden intyce  //  watch: roxy  //  bangles: india, gifted  //  bracelet: f21}

We have been having some seriously unpredictable weather here.  A snowstorm and freezing temperatures one week, and 65 degree weather another (I'll happily take the warm temperatures, thankyouverymuch).

I headed out in a jacket, as I am wont to do given my habit of never checking the forecast and consequently wind up wearing articles of clothing inappropriate for the day's elements.  I was delighted-slash-irritated to find that I was beginning to sweat a bit in just the short one-block walk from my house to this spot.

Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go put on some expensive suede boots to wear in the rain, and lay out my sun dress and flip flops for the chilly 40 degree day tomorrow.