Spring has sprung.

The weather has been absolutely unreal the last week or so here in my corner of the east coast. 75 degrees in March?! Unheard of. This time last year we were hit by of month of storms and were blanketed under a few inches of snow. I'm just hoping mother nature has had her fill of chilly days for the season and is as wholeheartedly pro-spring as I am!

I love the beginning of spring, when it's warm enough to prance about without a jacket, but cool enough that a dress with tights and boots is still comfortable - I have a feeling you'll be seeing me in some similar get-ups to this one, at least while this gorgeous weather lasts.

In the mean time, there's a pile of laundry about the size of Mount Everest in my room that's waiting to be conquered. It might explain the "I have nothing to wear" feeling I've been getting while trying to clothe myself each morning. That, and the fact that a lot of my stuff is too big now. In that vein, keep an eye on the shop - I'll be adding a TON of items very soon!

Dress: ASOS Curve
Tights: We Love Colors
Boots: DUO
Scarf: Old Navy
Necklace: H&M
Bracelets (from left): Greece, Brooklyn Flea, Ebay
Rings: MARYJOHN

Oh you fancy!

When planning for a special occasion, what lady can say that the planning of her outfit is not just as important as the venue, or guest list, or even perhaps even the menu?

The occasion at hand just a few weeks ago was my boyfriend's 24th birthday. I knew I wanted to take him somewhere nice - as culinary connoisseurs, we both appreciate a well cooked meal as much or more than any fancy decor. With the reservations booked, gifts wrapped and ready, the only thing left to sort out was the ever-present question: "What am I going to wear??"

Kiyonna to the rescue! As the newest member of their Blogger Brigade, they sent me the most perfect dress for the occasion - with perfect timing too!

This is the Scalloped Boudoir Lace Dress and I am just absolutely head over heels for it. I love the nude lining and sheer sleeves - so classy with simple jewelry and a red lip. On this particular day I didn't have the bra I usually wear with deeper V's, but a simple pin at the bust saved the day - But I'd totally wear it with the proper plunge for another nighttime event, perhaps with bare legs and nude heels next time :) I'm wearing the 0x and it fits like a dream, fitted but still skimming over any problem areas. I can't wait to wear it again to my next fancy event!

Dress: c/o Kiyonna
Tights: misc
Wedges: Bandolino

Berry and Blue

Finally getting to posting a few outfits from last week. This was a fun little combo I put together with a few pieces Mom got me for Christmas, as well as the berry skirt (would you call it berry?) I got from my local NY&Co outlet while Christmas shopping. I like the pairing of the pink with the navy sweater and printed top - especially how the the skirt makes the cream in the top look almost pale pink, even though it's not at all. Looking at this now, I wish I had worn a skinny belt over the sweater, but oh well. We live and learn right?

Top, cardigan: TJMaxx
Skirt: NY&Co
Tights: Hue
Heels: Bandolino
Bracelets: Greece, Ebay, Brooklyn Flea

A belated Christmas post

It may not be what you'd expect in a Christmas outfit, but when do I ever follow the rules!

I decided to put together a few of my new pieces for this outfit - the Forever21 skirt is super stretchy and comfortable; it's tight enough to be scandalous but just long enough to stay classy. I topped it off with this pussybow blouse I scored on sale at my local New York & Company outlet. Black cardi, black tights, and these awesome pumps from Payless finished the look.

I went on the hunt for these pumps after seeing them on Kendi and Jessica...I found the very last pair which so happened to be a 9. They're so snug though, I'm not sure if I can really wear them (yea, I switched them in for the photos - I'd originally been wearing boots). Anyone interested in them? Email me and we'll talk :)

Cardigan: Mom's
Top: NY&Co
Skirt: Forever 21
Tights: Hue
Pumps: Payless
Necklace: Vintage
Bracelets: Brooklyn Flea
Watch: Syms

I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas with family and friends, and that Santa treated you well! He sure treated me nice this year!

Long time coming

Wearing this skirt was a long time coming. I picked it up way back in April at the Fat Girl Flea Market. From what I can tell it's quality, made of a thick, almost suede-ish/velveteen sort of fabric (I'll have to check the tag), and really well constructed with finished seams and darting at the waist. It was originally almost ankle length, and a little roomy when I picked it up. -23lbs later, it's way too big and begging for a make over. Last week my most patient mother helped me hem it up and take it in at the seams (thanks, Mom!). Voila! A funky new skirt for work! But, I may have placed an order from Forever21 for snugger, shorter, jersey version for play :)

Top: Lane Bryant
Cardigan: ...no clue
Skirt: FGFM
Tights: We Love Colors
Boots: Evans
Watch, necklace, belt: Syms

Christmas came early

Christmas came early, or you'd think it did with all the new stuff I'm sporting! First and foremost, how do you like my new specs? I've been dying for a new pair of glasses for ages and I am absolutely head over heels in love with this pair of Ray-Bans I got from LensCrafters. Having glasses you want to wear makes all the difference (oh, and seeing better too, that's always good).

Another new addition is this cozy grey sweater I picked up at Syms - everything is on super sale there now since they're going out of business. If you have one by you I highly recommend you check it out! This sweater is a similar shape to this one, where the waterfall is short on top. To make it less bulky and define my shape, I took the top corners of the waterfall and pinned them behind my back, and topped it with an elastic belt to really get the job done. Layered over this knit dress and patterned tights, this outfit was warm and comfy as can be :)

Last, but most certainly not least, the new boots I've been waiting for from Evans! I am so in love with these boots - they're so versatile. They can be dressed down for an outfit like this one, or, as I wore them for this weekend out for dinner and drinks, with a bodycon skirt and a blazer. I know I'll find a million more ways to wear them soon enough. If you're interested, they're on sale at Evans! Seriously, if the price is right, I'm going to buy a back up pair!

Dress: Forever21+
Cardigan: Syms
Tights: Hue via Amazon
Boots: Evans
Belt: Handmade
Necklace and rings: Nordstrom Rack
Glasses: Ray-Ban

Gobble, gobble

Here it is, the required Thanksgiving outfit post! Lets be honest here, the quality of these pictures is absolute crap, but I hardly care. This is dress is stripey, vibrant perfection!! This is hands down the best purchase I've ever made from eShakti, and also one of my favorite purchases, period. Not only because of the gorgeous stripe, but because of the quality; it's very clearly well made. The fabric is a thick, luxurious cotton with minimal stretch. The stripes are individual strips of fabric sewn together, and the pleating at the waist is meticulous and oh so perfect. A pain to iron, but once you do, they create the most charming puff in the skirt.

Besides all of that, the fit is spot on. The neckline is cut high enough to keep the girls in check even with the V neck, there's no gaping at the arm holes, and it nips in perfectly at the waist. I never do custom sizing for eShakti, I just select the best standard size for my measurements and add my height and bra size :) If you're dying for some stripey goodness of your own, the green and blue version of this beauty is still available. Use my discount code FFF0811 for $20 off your order!

Cardigan: Syms
Dress: eShakti
Belt: Misc
Tights: Hue
Wedges: Bandolino
Necklace: Gifted

The need for tweed

Lately, I've felt the need for tweed. It started with a tweed-loving boyfriend and a fabulous thrifted blazer. Then, this amazing skirt I spotted on eloquii. That gem is a bit too pricey for my wallet at the moment, so imagine my excitement when I saw this mossy beauty on the rack at my local Syms for a mere $34.99! And in my size! It was fate, I'm sure of it. Green's my color after all, and the pretty gold flecks (which are hard to see here) pair so perfectly with a gold belt and accessories :)

Cardigan, skirt & watch: Syms
Top & belt: Old Navy
Tights: Misc.
Wedges: Bandolino
Necklaces: Vintage
Bracelets: Brooklyn Flea

Black and Red

Sweater: gifted. Skirt: Forever21+. Tights: We Love Colors. Boots: Evans. Belt: Misc. Bracelet: Francesca's Collections. Necklace: Macy's. Ring: New York & Company. Sunnies: Cole Haan via Syms.

Back to my default pairing of this red Forever21+ skirt: black! I love the drapey silhouette the sleeves of this top creates with the fitted skirt, and how a thin black belt cinched it so perfectly around my waist. I really can never get enough of black, white silver and red together; it's just so crisp and chic!

In other news: It's looking like these boots, my most favorite pair from Evans circa 2009, are about ready for retirement. Let's be real, they were ready for retirement LAST season, but I just couldn't bear to part with them - they're so comfortable and fit my wide calves perfectly!

But I've got my eye on another pair from Evans to replace my dearly departed friends...