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Showing posts with label annie griffin. Show all posts
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Wednesday, August 13, 2014

What I Wore Wednesday: Random Roundup

Well, I have inadvertently created a series, so to speak, for my blog called "random roundup" where I share all the random outfits that haven't made the blog. I do make it a point to photograph every outfit I wear - these are the outfits that just made it to selfie mode vs. big girl camera mode. I thought I could do this the last Friday of every month, but I noticed I've already accumulated a lot of looks over the last couple of weeks so I'll go ahead and share what I have now. Figured this would be fun for a What I Wore Wednesday type of thing vs. a random Friday. Spreading the wealth to other days of the week since these posts seem to be well received by my beloved readers! As a reminder, since there are so many looks, it would take me forever to find dupes for everything that isn't available anymore, so I'm only linking to the pieces you can still buy today!

Jacket: JCrew Factory | Romper: Target | Shoes: Steve Madden

This is that same romper I showed you guys in my Memorial Day post. (geez, how was that 3 months ago already?!) I had been lounging around the house trying to get blog posts done that day, and then the husband and I decided to go to the movies, so I just threw on my favorite denim jacket (since I'm always incessantly cold in theaters) along with my trusty leopard sneaks!

Necklace: Express | Top: Rubbish | Shorts: American Eagle | Sandals: DV Dolce Vita

This is another weekend look, specifically a casual Sunday dinner out with the husband. I love pops of turquoise, don't you? I honestly forgot I had these sandals. You last saw them here. When I saw them in my collection, I decided to dress around them, and I knew grey and white would highlight them nicely! I wish this top were still available, because it's the next best thing to a chambray and a portofino.

Top: Old - can't remember | Sports Bra: Reebok | Leggings: Zella | Shoes: Nike

Here's another random workout one for you. I've had this top for years. It was a top that I wore for real life, not for working out. But it's pretty old and beat up, and I saw it folded in my pile and thought it would be great for working out. All of a sudden, it's my favorite top to work out in. I love that anything goes when it comes to workout wear.

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs | Top: Annie Griffin | Bracelets: Stella and Dot (1,2) | Bottoms: Express | Booties: Sam Edelman

I seriously agonize over what to pack for work trips. It's one thing if I'm going to a City meeting, because then I can do my usual dress and heels. But when I know I will be walking around job sites, it's a little bit more difficult. I left the steel toed boots at home this time, and just decided to wear my Sam Edelman booties. Oh, and by the way, in case you missed the story on Instagram - our plane got struck by lightening this day! Luckily we weren't on it yet, but we totally saw it happen. The lightening caused a surge in the cabin which blew an electric box. They still boarded us and kept us on the plane for TWO HOURS before they finally gave up. They couldn't fix it without flying in a part from Atlanta. So instead of arriving at noon, we didn't get to Greenville until 5pm. And my morning started at 3am! It was a LONG day.

Jacket: JCrew Factory | Bracelets: Stella and Dot (1,2) | Dress: JCrew Factory (last seen here) | Booties: Sam Edelman

This was day two of my work trip. No, it's definitely not my first choice to wear a dress when I'm going to be around drywall dust, BUT, Aunt Flo was visiting (of course), and it was my heaviest day, and let's just say, I never ever wear pants on this day because it is just asking for disaster. So, I'm sure I was getting weird looks for being in a dress, but it truly is a matter of life or death. That's also why I chose these booties as my shoe of choice for the trip-- because they're closed toe, they're comfy for all day on my feet, and they don't look awful with bare legs.

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs | Vest: JCrew Factory | Bracelets: Stella and Dot (1,2) | Dress: Express | Booties: Sam Edelman

And this is day 3, the last and final day of my work trip. Again, I wore the dress for precautionary reasons. The vest is great, not only for layering, but for all the pockets - comes in handy at the airport. Coincidentally (totally not planned, or even Pinspired, just great minds), Jenna did a much more girlie version of this look here.

Necklace: Kate Spade | Top: Express | Leggings: Zella | Sandals: Sam Edelman

After traveling for work all week AND being visited by Aunt Flo, by the time Friday morning came around, I was at a "Sweatpants are all that fits me right now" time of my life. I walked around my closet room aimlessly, just wearing these leggings and trying to figure out what top I wanted to wear. Nothing felt right until I saw this lace tunic still laying on the back of my chair from when I wore it last here. (#sorryimnotsorry) I had an "aha" moment when I realized it would look great on its own over a cami. I loved it so much this day, that I ended up ordering it in black, too.

Necklace: Express | Top: Express (other colors here and here) | Dress (worn as a skirt): Express | Wedges: Steven by Steve Madden

And last but not least (told you I had a ton of outfits), this is what I wore over the weekend for my hair appointment. Apparently, I must normally dress pretty bummed out for my appointments because my stylist asked why I was all dressed up with my makeup done and everything. I don't even wear that much makeup! This tank dress is like my favorite midi skirt, just with a little more give, thanks to the side ruching. I originally wanted to throw a graphic tee on over this, but nothing looked quite right, which is finally why I decided to grab my anchor print portofino (last seen here.) Oh but speaking of getting your hair did, do you always have to take post-haircut selfies like I do? Here's my latest. Not that you can tell I got it cut, but she did take off about an inch.


And that's all I have for you today, folks. Hope you enjoyed this installment. I guess weekend outfits and other randoms add up pretty quickly on my phone. As I collect 5-8 random outfits, I shall share them with you, however that timing works out! And you can always follow me on Instagram if you'd like to see these in more real time. Happy Wednesday!


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Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Vacation Mode





Sunnies: Vince Camuto | Earrings: One Little Belt | Top: Annie Griffin (option, option, option)  | Skirt: American Eagle (option) | Bracelet: JCrew (option) | Bag: Foley + Corinna | Sandals: Rebecca Minkoff (other colors here and here) (option, option, option)

I've been running around the last couple of days trying to get everything buttoned up at work, with the blog, then packing and trying to figure out what else I need for this trip! It's been hectic, but yes, of course it will be worth it to be drinking fruity cocktails on the beach!

The last time I wore this top was to Brighten Up Winter. I loved it then, and I love it now! It was the perfect piece to pair with this denim mini - the denim mini that I just re-discovered the other day because I thought I had gotten rid of it. I haven't been able to rock the 90's overalls that are back, but I don't think I could ever let go of my denim skirts! This was great to run around in over the weekend while I was in vacation mode!

I will talk to you guys in about one week! In the meantime, I have some great guest posts lined up, so please stop by and show them some love while I'm gone, will ya?


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Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Brighten up winter



Coat: Kenneth Cole (similar) | Scarf: Old Navy (option) | Necklace: Stella and Dot (option) | Top: Annie Griffin (option, option) | Skinnies: Forever 21 (similar) | Boots: Coach | Watch: Kate Spade | Bracelet: Stella and Dot

You guys. You have no idea how excited I was to be able to walk out in the middle of the street! Oh, the little things. Road conditions were so much better today; so much so that UPS finally delivered packages after a 3 day hiatus!  It was like Christmas coming home to a doorstep O goodies!

I decided to wear this top today because I needed to bring a little brightness to our ridiculous winter weather. I bought it a couple of months ago in Atlanta, and it's quite perfect! I'm bummed because my cousin in law saw this picture I posted on Instagram, and said that she loved the color combo with the wine skinnies! The picture made my pants look wine. As you can see, they're just dark denim. But I was bummed because wine skinnies would have been genius with this outfit! Next time, next time.

The last time I wore this coat was back when we got our first snow. It's the best coat to brighten up your mood, that's for sure. A co-worker said it looked "sharp." Yep, sharp. I do concur.

Are you all caught up with everyone over at the last installment of the Holiday Style series? If not - check it out here. I'm proud to say that I've upheld two of my new year's resolutions so far - my nails are painted a pretty midnight blue right now AND I registered for my first Pilates class on Saturday! SO excited! And for all you bloggers - don't forget, Manic Monday starts… well, Monday! So be sure to link up!

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Tuesday, December 3, 2013

5 minutes of pretty




Dress: Annie Griffin | Earrings: Can't remember! (option) | Ring: Express (option) | Bag: Chanel (budget option) | Tights: DKNY (2 pairs layered for opaqueness) (option) | Booties: Me Too (option)

I bought this dress on a recent trip to Atlanta. It's gorgeous! I love the color and I love the lace inset. I felt nothing but girly putting this on, I had to throw my hair into a low chignon with some chandelier earrings for effect. So the problem is - it's silk. And less than 5 minutes after I took these photos, I was in the car on the way to work - a 45 minute commute by the way - and I was all wrinkly! I had a slip on and two pairs of tights. Doesn't matter. On the up side the dress is silk, and on the downside the dress is silk. Oh well, at least I got photos of the 5 minutes I was freshly steamed and pretty!

Any tips on keeping silk fresh all day, aside from lugging around my steamer?

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