What I Wore: Early March 2015

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Blouse: Ann Taylor LOFT Factory

Denim: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: ALDO, Sorah Flats

Leopard Blouse: Express Portofino Blouse

Green Skirt: Banana Republic Factory

Coral Coat: J Crew Factory

Navy Blouse: New York & Co. Factory

Denim: Van Heusen Factory

Oatmeal Top: Ann Taylor LOFT Factory

Necklace:

Glasses: Ralph Lauren via Lenscrafters

Sweatshirt: J Crew Factory Funnel-neck Sweatshirt-Major Clearance! Sold Out now 😦

Seriously, how cute is this striped top?! I couldn’t wait until spring to wear it. It is the Painter’s Boatneck Tee by J Crew (regular store) *SIDE NOTE* The J Crew regular store was having a 30% off sale and with the discount, that was even cheaper than the Factory! Necklace is from Urban Outfitters a million years ago

Snake Print Blouse: Express, similar

Blazer: Charlotte Russe

Skirt: J Crew Factory-Clearance

Ikat Printed Blazer: Charlotte Russe

White Tee: J Crew Factory, similar

Blue Necklace: Italy…

Blue Pants: Target, similar

Black Heels: Ellen Tracy via TJ Maxx

Sweater: TJ Maxx special, old

White Tee: Same as above

Sweater: Same as above

Gray Tee: J Crew Factory Tissue Tee

Striped Tee: Painter’s Boatneck Tee by J Crew

Charcoal Pants: Express (These have been in my closet for years with the tags still attached. They have always been a little too big, but with my love for carbs on the rise, I tried them on and they fit perfectly! Yay!)

Cute Cute Cute Ruffle Coat: Rampage. I couldn’t find a similar one!

Cream Embroidered Top: Charlotte Russe

Oatmeal Cardigan: Target

Happy Bridal Shower Day to my Darling, Sarmie!

Yellow Floral Sketch Dress: Charlotte Russe, a few years old

Pearls: Charming Charlie

“If the shoe fits”, should I still wear it?

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No matter what stage of life I have been in, I find it difficult to know what I should be wearing. Are any of you going through the same thing?

I remember being about 16 and shopping at Hollister. I went to pick up a cute top, and a girl who looked 13 came over with her mom and picked up the exact same top. Hmmm, was I too old, or was she too young?

Then a few years later, similar things started happening to me at Forever21, Charlotte Russe, and American Eagle. I mean, the clothes definitely fit me, but did that mean I should be wearing them?

After several unsettling instances, I started going to places like Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor LOFT, Banana Republic, and Express. These places were better, but then I was surrounded by cool moms and business-y ladies. Is it OK that I can wear a mother AND daughter’s wardrobes?

I recently started a new obsession with J. Crew. Of course they have been around for ages, but I feel like they are a good age appropriate store for a 20-something who is closer to 30 than 20.

My conclusion is that by MIXING pieces from Charlotte Russe and J Crew, I can create a unique look that looks expensive and pulled together without breaking the bank.

Check out this post for where I shop.

Where I Shop (For Clothes)

March 1, 20151 Comment

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Where do I shop for my clothes?

Banana Republic Factory

These are the places I typically shop, but let’s be honest, there have been few stores where I can’t find something that I like. Reading other blogs, Pinterest, and Google searching things I’m craving, has led me to some great online shops for more unique pieces.

Happy Hunting!

What I Wore: Beginning of February

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This is such a cold month. And doesn’t it just seem to go on forever?? I find that I can’t help myself, but pair T-Shirts with snuggly sweater and cardigans. Being cold is one of my least favorite things ever, but being unfashionable is higher on the list…

White Blouse: Express, Portofino Blouse (they have SO many colors!)

Army Green Pants: Nordstrom (but the camo version is 40% off!)

Nude Heels: Nine West via TJ Maxx

Abalone Earrings: Charming Charlie

In my Valentine’s Goodie Box, I received this rocker-love scarf, complete with bad-ass chain. It is by Betsey Johnson, but I found it on Zulily.

Striped Blazer: Charlotte Russe, Similar

Black Wide Leg Pants: New York & Co., 7th Avenue Pant

But below is my real treasure. A Walking Valentine of sorts!

Polka Dotted Blazer: Ann Taylor Factory

Red Heart Scarf: Gift in my Valentine’s Box!

“Love” T-Shirt: J. Crew Factory “Love Heart” Collector Tee This was still available this morning, but, I see this just sold out

Red Pants: Express, Columnist Ankle Pant

Black Booties: Unlisted via Famous Footwear

Polka-Dotted Button Down: J. Crew Factory

White Long-Sleeve Tee: Uniqlo

Necklace: Gift, maybe Express?

Pants: Express, Editor Ankle Pants

Black Booties: Unlisted via Famous Footwear

Side-Slit Tunic Top: J. Crew Factory

Necklace: J. Crew Factory

Leopard Cardigan: The Limited

Lace Leggings: Express

Striped Button-down: American Eagle via Greene Street Consignment

White Long-Sleeve Tee: Uniqlo

Pearl Collar Necklace: Ann Taylor Factory, Similar

Black Pants: Express, Columnist Ankle Pant

Blue/Black Flats: Sorah Flats, ALDO

Camel Cardigan: C Wonder

Leopard Blouse: Express, Portofino Blouse

Black Leggings: Max Studio via TJ Maxx

Camel Knee-High Boots: Nine West Factory, similar

Floral Applique Top: Ann Taylor LOFT Factory

Polka Dotted Cardigan: Ann Taylor LOFT Factory

Dark Jeggings: Wit and Wisdom Jeans 🙂

What I Wore: 1.28.15-2.8.15

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Oops! I know you all have just been *anxiously* awaiting what I wore for the past week and a half, right?? Well, wait no more, Friends and Followers!

Blue Beaded Necklace: Rome, Italy market 🙂

Navy Long Sleeve Tee: Uniqlo

Polka-Dotted Button-down: Old Navy a few years ago

Blue Ankle Pants: Target (and then tailored)

Leopard Flats: Rocket Dog

Striped Blazer: Charlotte Russe

Lilac V-Neck Tee: J. Crew Factory

Statement Necklace: J. Crew Factory

Black Ankle Pants: Express Columnist Ankle Pant

Black Flats: Aldo, Sorah Flats

Butter Yellow Cardigan: Ann Taylor Factory

Plaid Button-down: J. Crew Factory

Pearl Collar Necklace: Ann Taylor Factory, Similar

Dark Denim: Wit and Wisdom jeans via Nordstrom

Studded Flats: Famous Footwear

Seriously, what is up with my hair?? Thank goodness I just got a hair cut and color by my darling friend, Claire! (I will do a post on her soon!

Army Green Button-down: Old Navy

Camel Cardigan: C Wonder

Aztec Scarf: TJ Maxx

Black Leggings: Express

Camel Knee High Boots: Nine West, similar
Leopard Cardigan: New York & Co.

Purple Blouse: Express

Lace Leggings: Express

Black Flats: Sorah flats by ALDO

The hair is much better here…

Nude Tank: Target

Abalone Earrings: Charming Charli

Surprise Watercolor Top: Kohl’s

Leather Leggings: TJ Maxx

Ruffle Ankle Booties: Wet Seal Black Trimmed White Blouse: J Crew Factory, similar

Beaded Necklace: Ann Taylor? I can’t remember everything!

Black Lounge Pants: Aerie

Pointy Black Pumps: Ellen Tracy via TJ Maxx

This red outfit was inspired by Barb’s mom, my other grandmother, Dot Sullivan 🙂 She was an amazingly wonderful, spunky, funny, silly, and strong woman who left us too soon. So, in honor of Heart Health Month-

Red Cardigan: The Limited

Pearl Collar Necklace: Similar

White Ruffle Blouse: Ann Taylor LOFT Outlet

Dark Denim: Wit and Wisdom jeans via Nordstrom

Knee High Boots: similar

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