Vacation Bound!

Shirt, Belt, Scarf, Sandals: Target

Maxi Skirt: Old Navy

Another set of photos from my trusty iPhone!  They're not the best but they get the job done. This will be my last post until the end of next week.  I'm going on VACATION!  We're going to Gulf Shores, Alabama for the Hangout Music Fest!  I get to see Coheed & Cambria, Jack White, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Dave Matthews Band (among MANY other bands)!  A long weekend of great bands on the beach. What more could you ask for?

I'll be sure to share photos when I return.  Have a lovely weekend!



T-shirt & Pencil Skirt

T-shirt: Target

Skirt: Ruche

Shoes: J-Lo (old)

Necklace & Bracelet: Avon

Finally a skirt with strappy shoes!  You can't go wrong with a pencil skirt and T.  Pretty effortless.  Comfortable too, I might add.  I'm off to have dinner with a friend I haven't seen in AGES!

Have a lovely night!

Mustard & Flannel

Top & Bracelet: NY & Co.

Cropped Pants: H&M

Shoes: Target

Necklace: Forever21

I'm the queen of cropped pants this week.  I don't know why I'm holding back from busting out these white legs.  I mean, it's not like I'm doing anything to make them tan.  Jergens helps, but it's not giving me the results I want. Not to mention the awful streaks on my legs. Ugh.  Maybe I'll suck it up next week before all of my dresses and skirts go on strike and leave me.

Yellow & Turquoise

Blazer: Kohl's

Jeans & Necklace: Forever21

Top: Old Navy

Shoes: Target

I love this color combination, it just screams spring! It can't come soon enough! Drew and I have been plotting our spring planting approach for the season. Our hopes are to turn the condo deck into a spring wonderland. Can't wait.

I've decided to do my best to avoid tights until next fall. Until my legs aren't so pasty, pants it is. Hello Jergens, help a girl out!

Imma CMP!

Top: NY & Co.

Cardi & Bag: Kohl's

Skirt & Bracelet: Rusch

Boots: Alloy

Necklace: Charming Charlie

I ordered this lovely skirt online thinking it was yellow.  It even looks yellow in these pictures but the truth is, it's lime green. Oh well, I still love stink out of it.

I hope everyone had a great weekend!  Before I share all of my pictures of Vegas, I have to share my good news! I PASSED MY CMP EXAM!  EEEEE! I'm officially a Certified Meeting Professional. Finally after all the time and stress I can breathe. 

Vegas pics tomorrow :)

 

1st Day of Work!

 

Sweater: Target

Top: Loft

Pants: NY & Co.

Shoes: BCBG

Necklace: Charming Charlie

I'm back!  My exam is over and I started my new job today. Phew! Finally back to real life! My first day was fabulous. I'm going to absolutely love my new roll.  I can't wait to share more about the events I'll be planning.

I was stuck in a rut when trying to plan my first day of work outfit. I wasn't sure just how casual their casual dress code was.  I think I made the right choice. Having the new casual dress code will allow me to be more creative with my outfits and venture out of the blazer with pencil skirt looks I've been rocking for so long.

Happy Monday!

Faux Leather Shorts

Sweater, tights, & shoes: Target

Shorts: Lauren Conrad - Kohl's

Top: Loft

Necklace: Charming Charlie

I picked up these lovely faux leather shorts at Kohl's for half off.  I've had my eye on them for awhile now.  Good things come to those who wait, right?  Has anyone else tried the faux leather shorts look?  Please share your styling ideas and tips!

Goodness, so much is going on right now!  I hope to be able to share my good news this week! Stay tuned!

Happy Tuesday!

Mustard and Burgundy

 

 

 

Top: Dillards

Skirt: NY&Co.

Tights: Kohl's

Shoes: BCBG - Dillards

This is my favorite color combo, hands down.  It's the perfect shade of yellow and red without looking like Ronald McDonald's sister. I love it.  I spent too much money on this top while back.  I won't go into detail because it was completely out of character and I'm ashamed. I fe1l in love the second I saw it.  It's so comfortable and fits so well.

I've been slacking on my blog so much recently. For good reason though! I have some more good news to share with you but I can't just yet.  No, I'm not pregnant!!  There's just so much going on in my life right now, it's crazy! Sometimes I don't know how I keep my head on straight.   My exam is coming up January 7th.  I am so excited to get that overwith!  I'm a studying machine right now!

Let the Planning Begin!

Top & Boots: Target

Skirt: Banana Republic

Socks -Vera Wang for Kohl's

Belt: Thrifted

I wore this outfit while cupcaking and thirfting on Saturday.  What a great day that was. I love how a pair of yellow tights and a skirt can be worn so casually.  Most people think jeans when they think about dressing down or being comfortable.  For me, a skirt is always my go to.  But you all knew that.

Did I tell you Drew and I set a date?? Oh yes.  August 25th, 2012 !  We wanted a fall wedding and a specific venue so this is the closest we could get.  I'm beyond excited! I'm a planner by profession so you can only imagine how my mind is racing!  We had thought a little bit about waiting until Fall of 2013 but quickly decided that planning for two years just wasn't going to cut it.  We have our venue and ceremony site booked so let the planning begin!  I can't even describe how happy I am ♥

Cougar Shoes

Jacket:  Lauren Conrad- Kohl's

Earrings: Kohl's

Top: Loft

Pants: H&M

Scarf & Shoes: Target

Bag: Jessica Simpson

Apparently these are my "cougar shoes".  At least that's what the lady walking behind me at Target said.  Um lady, if you're going to talk about me let's bring it down to a whisper.  Sheesh.

I went shopping for my little sister's sweet sixteen gift.  Ugh, I can't believe it.  It seems like just yesterday I was babysitting her and chasing her all over the house.  Now, she's all grown up and so beautiful! 

Love you Madison, Happy Birfffffday!

Yellow Tights

Dress: Loft

Cardigan: NY&Co.

Tights: Kohl's

Boots: Alloy

Belt: Thirfted

Bag: Avon

I chose to finally wear my yellow tights to work.  I thought it would be easier to introduce them on Halloween.  Between Drew telling me I looked like I had jaundice and all the funny looks, I don't know if I'll wear them to work again.  I think a few of those people were going to ask me what I was dressed up as, then they quickly realized I'm just some weirdo in yellow tights. 

 Who am I kidding, I won't let that stop me!

The shopping ban is over!!!! Here are a couple things I've had my eye on all through October: