Eye-searing.

 

Get the look: Cardigan: Old Navy. Tank: H&M (similar). Skinnies: Old Navy. Scarf: Kohl's (similar). Wedges: Steve Madden via DSW. Sunnies: Kate Spade. Watch: Michael Kors.

The colors, Duke, the colors!!!

Remember that old popsicle commercial? No? Oh well.

Yesterday was Everybody, Everwear's neon day, so how perfectly appropriate is this outfit I wore out for dinner and drinks in Hoboken on Saturday? This scarf, which I picked up on a whim at Kohl's, has quickly become my favorite and is practically a staple in my wardrobe at the moment. I'm wearing it right now in fact -  it goes with everything! For those nights when I'm not in the mood to go out in a dress or anything all that revealing, an outfit like this is my go to - A few pops of color, an interesting tank, and a cute heel amp up the funk factor for a basic outfit that looks just as appropriate at the bar as it does at the office (yup, recycled this outfit on Monday!).

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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

Bronze glow

Jacket: eShakti. Tank: Lane Bryant. Jeggings: Old Navy. Pumps & Ring: Nordstrom Rack. Necklace: H&M. Bracelets (from left): Brooklyn Flea, Mom's, a Brooklyn street fair, Forever21, purchased in Greece.

Do you like this jacket I picked up from eShakti?? I've been eyeing it up for a while and finally took the plunge a few weeks ago! The fabric is different than what I expected, I thought it'd be a thick cotton, but it's quite thin and almost a swishy sort of fabric...the sleeves hit below the elbows but I like my shorter so I rolled them for now; I'm planning to shorten the and perhaps take them in a bit as they're slightly baggy on me. All in all though, a really cute jacket - It'll be great as a dress topper!

If you want to snag it for yourself, you can still use code FFF0811 for $20 off until October 31st!

Did I tell you I have the best boyfriend ever?? How can you not love a man who surprises you at work with flowers and the like :D

Quick and comfy

Please excuse the fuzzy pictures, night photography is a skill I'm still working on! But I wanted  to share photos of this comfy little outfit I threw together over the weekend. Stretchy jeans, a silky, blousey tank, a cardigan to ward off the chill, and a kitten heel - perfection!

By the way, what do you think of my hair straightened like this? I haven't worn it this way in ages, but I wanted to give my HANA flat iron from the peeps over at Misikko.com a try! I love how smooth it got my hair without losing all the volume - a difficult feat considering how fine my hair is! Have you ever visited Misikko? It's great, they have tons of different hair tools and flat irons from name brands like Chi, HANA, BioSilk, even Paul Mitchell!

Cardigan: Mom's
Tank: ASOS Curve
Jeans: Forever21
Pumps: Nordstrom Rack
Belt: Old Navy
Watch: Syms

A new species discovered...Arianis Bloggeristrus

The nonstop rain we've been having here in NJ has turned my backyard into a veritable jungle. Standing there in my bit of leopard print, I have to say, I felt right at home!

My red skirt from F21+ continues to be one of the best $7 purchases I've made all year, and I was happy to step away from my usual red/black/white combo by pairing it with this shimmy bronze tank and a touch of sheer leopard. I've had this button down from Old Navy for ages but always have trouble styling it. I know, I know - leopard, sheer; what's the problem? Well I figured it out, for today at least, by simply rolling the sleeves and twisting the front into a knot for a high-waisted look.

Are you surprised to see my nude Bandolino's make yet another appearance on the blog? They've been my footwear of choice for the past three OOTDs and many unblogged outfits in between. I just can't contain myself!

Button down: Old Navy
Tank: Lane Bryant
Skirt: Forever21+
Pumps: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Ring: Vintage via La Casita
Necklace: Gifted
Bracelets: Syms, Brooklyn Flea, F21

Thanks to the BF for being my photographer for these photos, even though he insisted on cutting off my feet in half of them ;) Gotta keep training him I guess! 

Oh, and don't miss my LucieLu Giveaway!

Sweater Weather

I really love this outfit!  I love this bright peach and purple together, it's such a fun and happy combo. I got these black jeggings off the F21+ sale rack for mucho cheap, and after taking in the waist a bit they fit like a dream. My nude pumps are the Bandolinos I wore to the wedding a few weeks ago; they're so fantastically comfortable that I wear them non stop! And this necklace is one of the reasons I love my local Syms so much - It's Rachel Roy and I scored it for $20!

I'm off to Brooklyn to spend some time with the boy tonight (Υιασου, αγορι μου!), and partying with my sister on Saturday. Any big plans this weekend?

Sweater: Thrifted
Tank: H&M
Jeggings: F21+ (similar)
Heels: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Ring: Nordstrom Rack
Necklace: Rachel Roy via Syms
I'm also wearing a thrifted gold cuff you can't see :)

Throwback - Light Denim

I've been a devout wearer of dark demin for as long as I care to remember; the last time I wore a pair of jeans this light was probably in middle school. But every since my last foray into Talbots, where I tried on a pair of fabulous but pricey wide leg light denim trousers (with the rest of my purchases that day the pants were out of the question), I've been looking for a pair that are a little easier on the wallet - and found them at Forever 21+!

I love how long wide leg trousers/jeans make my legs look, and for the wallet friendly price (I can't remember the exact amount, but they're F21+ - aka around $27 at most), I especially love how great this light pair looks!

Oh, and if you're looking for a pair of comfy nude pumps, may I recommend this pair from Bandolino? I picked them up to go with the Adrianna Papell dress I wore to a recent wedding, but have been wearing them a lot since. They are SO easy to walk in, and mucho comfortable considering the heel!

Cardigan, tank, ring: Nordstrom Rack
Wide leg jeans, necklace: Forver21+
Heels: Bandolino via Lord & Taylor
Bracelet: Stella & Dot
Sunnies: Cole Haan via Syms

Do you rock the wide leg trousers, or do you stick with straight leg or skinnies? What's your favorite style of bottoms?

Originally unoriginal

Holy wind! I'd like to thank mother nature for the wind machine she provided for photo number two, though I really wish she would have brought it down a notch.

If you've been around here for a while, you've seen this outfit's siblings before. This ruffled, polka dotted top has made appearances on the blog before, and somehow I just always want to pair it with denim and a bright cardi.

See? But hey, if it ain't broke, don't fix it, right?

WRONG. I vow the next time you see this top, it will be in a very different way. I'm thinking red pencil skirt and a blazer perhaps...

Cardigan: H&M
Top: Old Navy
Tank: Forever21+
Jeans: Calvin Klein via Macy's
Shoes: Nordstrom Rack
Belt: Nordstrom Rack
Bangles: Syms
Ring: NY&Co

Are you a repeat outfit offender like I am?