Outfits Lately a la Pinterest

My resolve to overhaul my closet and to gather inspiration from my Pinterest pins has gotten better.  I'm still gathering stuff to donate or try to sell.  I'm making a trip to my parents this week to go through the rest of the clothing I have there, which isn't a lot since it's mainly emergency items I may need if I'm staying over for the night.  That being said, I've been attempting to dress more in a way that reflects my style.  I've also have been making a conscious effort to wear normal clothes during the week instead of workout gear 24/7.  Partly this is all thanks to the hot and humid temps this week and wanting to work out in the early am.  The other dressing for fun and not taking it too seriously.  Here are three looks that came from inspiration a la Pinterest.  

 Cream Lace ScallopTop: F21 (similar), Jean Shorts: American Eagle, Belt: American Eagle (similar), Chunky Bracelet:Vintage (similar), Thin Bracelet: Banana Republic (similar)

You can't tell in the b&w photo but there is some color in the outfit.  The belt has a pink thread woven into it and the thin bracelet is aqua with gold detailing.  I ended up going to a hockey game in the afternoon and threw a navy blazer (from this post) over it to keep me warm.

Striped Maxi: THML (similar), Bracelet: JCP (similar)

This dress is from my last Stitchfix.  I was so excited to wear this because it has all of my favorite things into one outfit.  Stripes, details, maxi dress, check!  Completely effortless in 90 degree weather.  

I actually wore this outfit a month ago for our one year anniversary.  

Top: Zara (similar: here and here), Mint Cardi: Gap (similar: here and here), Dark Wash Jeans: the Limited (almost the exact here)

Linking up with WIWW and Style Sessions.

Leopard Love

I definitely love a good leopard print.  Come to think of it, it's probably my second most popular pattern in my closet.  (Stripes are first, if you wanted to know. ;))  Just like leopard, blazers are becoming a must have item for me.  At first I wasn't to fond of them, but they have slowly grown on me.  I read somewhere that blazers are the new cardigans.  I certainly agree, they have definitely are making their way into my outfit rotation. I've loved this color ever since I seen it on Lilly's blog.  I was able to hunt down a similar one.  I will say I have been trying to be more conscious about buying clothes.  I made myself think of atleast 10 different outfits I could create using this piece.  Well, I came up with 9, five casual outfits and four dressier outfits wrote down.  This look is one of them:

Blazer, Merona Dress, Etsy Earrings, Prada Flats

At first I thought this outfit as a bit loud.  And honestly I was a tad self-conscious in the beginning but in the end I felt really good in it and it was nbd.

My gorgeous blog friend, Katie at her baby shower.

Next up, more leopard in the form of a cardigan.  This was last week when it was close to 80 degrees out.  

NY&Co Cardigan, Gap Tank, ON Navy Shorts, JCP Earrings

Up close: the little details.

What the most predominate pattern in your closet?
Blazers, love them or hate them?

Linking up with Lindsey for What I Wore Wednesday & Lauren for the Style Sessions.

OOTD Houston Style

Some highlights from our trip:

Airport style, multiple layers to add and subtract between temp changes.

Grey Hoodie: AE, Purple Tee: VS Pink,  Tank (underneath): AE, Scarf: Target, Jeans: Limited

At the farmers market, I must say I probably won't add the belt the next time.  Chambray I think would have been better knotted.  You live & learn. ;)

Chambray: ON, Tank: F21, Scarf & Maxi Skirt: Target, Sandals: Rainbow 

Ahh beach & sunshine we have been reunited!  Seriously it was perfect beach weather, sunny with a little breeze.  We went to Galveston beach, about 45-50 minutes away from Houston.  I was nervous reading all the reviews saying it was dirty but I was impressed.  They offer different beaches, some in which you have to pay ($8 per family) to use.  We just did the free beach and it was fine, I was just looking to work on my tan and get my toes wet anyway. ;)  The water was a tad dirty but that's to be expected since it's the Gulf. I wish were able to stay there longer and explore the area, they had a ton of cute shops where we got salt water taffy at (La Kings Confectionary).

2 piece: Target, Cover-up: VS Pink 

Sparkles for the day!  I have this notion that sequins/glitter are just for special occasions or night time.  Time to change that way of thinking.  Even the guy at Boomtown even complimented that he liked the sparkles.  Coffee + sparkles make a great day in my book.

Sequin Tank & Gold Belt: Jcrew Factory,  Shorts: The Limited

Our last night in Houston, aka date night.  What's a trip to the South without testing out their BBQ? I just needed the hat. ;)

Tank (on sale now!): J.Crew, Scalloped Lace Top: F21, Shorts: The Limited, Cowgirl Boots: Ariat

If you're looking for a comfy pair of cowgirl boots, Ariats are the way to go.  My bff reins horses and competes and told me Ariats feel like tennis shoes, they're that comfortable.  I agree with her, I wore mine right out of the store and wore them for the rest of the day.

Hope you're all having a fabulous week so far! :)

Linking up with Lindsey for What I Wore Wednesday & Lauren for the Style Sessions.

The Chambray Debate

Yesterday's shopping outfit to which I did not resort to a "plain, old tee" and jeans but an actual shirt is a win in my book.  Pattern play a bonus.

I have been on the hunt for the perfect lighter chambray top to add to my wardrobe for a few months now.  I have been eyeing this J.Crew one for quite sometime and decided to go ahead and buy it yesterday.  After trying on two different sizes, I'm not sure which one to get.  Part of me says the larger size because Stacy and Clinton would kindly tell me that I have a bit of body dysmorphia because think I am bigger than what I am  I am more comfortable with bigger tops and skinnier bottoms.  On the other hand aka the voice of reason tells me the medium fits me much better.  (Stacy and Clinton would also add that when you wear bigger clothes you tend to look bigger.)  I ended up leaving with no top for now until I can decide on a size.

Medium 

Large

Can I add that I love the hot pink tank underneath?  Too bad it wasn't the correct size or I would have snapped it up faster than you can say neon azalea. ;)

What size would you choose? 

Have you experienced body dysmorphia when trying on clothes?

Linking up with Lindsey for WIWW & Lauren for the Style Sessions.

Learning & Reusing

In an attempt to wear pieces that I've purchased a few years ago, I present this cream top and the blazer below.  Before I started reading/following style blogs I probably would have chucked these two pieces without batting eye.  (Marriage also makes you more um money conscience.)

I must say I am pretty proud of myself,  I never thought of myself as a "blazer person" but I've worn it several different ways and didn't feel like a stuffy business person in it.  The top is pretty much an easy piece to incorporate into my wardrobe.  I think I never wore it because it was too dressy for every day life.  Reading style blogs has made me realize almost anything goes anymore.  Just as long as your confident in your clothing, that's all that matters.  You don't need to have the most expensive trench or the latest handbag and shoes to look fabulous.  As long as you're you, that's always in style.

What have you learned from reading style/fashion blogs?

Anything in your closet that you've purchased but have never worn?

Linking up with Lindsey for What I Wore Wednesday & Lauren for the Style Sessions.

WIWW: Scarf or Necklace

I couldn't decide if I liked the necklace or the scarf better with this outfit. Or in picture 3 both. ;) I think for the colder months the scarf works and for spring I could see the necklace, top, and cardi paired with denim cutoffs and strappy sandals all looking great together.

Top: BR Outlet
Cardi: Gap
Scarf: JC Penney
Necklace: NY & Co
Jeans: Zara

Linking up with Lindsey at the Pleated Poppy for What I Wore Wednesday.

WIWW: Citrusy or Mustard Glazed Salmon

I was feeling a little adventurous and tried out a bright color combo to combat the winter blues this past week.  I originally thought that the palette reminded me of a grapefruit, but when writing this post it now reminds of mustard and salmon, lol.   I do like the color combo but I feel that the sweater is too "heavy" for the outfit.  I ended up wearing the brown boots from this post.  Feedback/thoughts?    P.S. notice the Westie photobomb in the right corner.  ;)

Loft Sweater, Target Thermal, Gap Outlet pants, F21 Necklace

Hope you have a great Wednesday!

Linking up with Lindsey for What I Wore Wednesday.

WIWW: Birthday Layers

I've been experimenting with layers lately. I tend to think of blazers as work wear and not weekend wear.  This outfit I wore this past Saturday to celebrate my mom's birthday.

Walmrt Pink + Orange  Earrings, Scarf: Gift, Gap Blazer, Target Softest Sweater, Zara Jeans, Jade Bracelet: Gift

Tucked in the sweater sleeves = much better.

And my birthday outfit.

Old Navy Leopard Button Down, J.crew Tippi Sweater, Zara Jeans, Leaf Earrings: Gift

Have a great Wednesday everyone!

Linking up with the Pleated Poppy.

WIWW- Pops of Color

Linking up again with the Pleated Poppy for What I Wore Wednesday.  This week I vowed to wear a bit more color and to make things more interesting.  Ok so the first outfit is devoid of color, but I was digging the fur vest. ;)

Channeling my inner Rachel Zoe with an arm full of bangles.

 Zoe-inspired outfit. Walmart black top; ON Fur Vest, Target Dark Wash Flares, Long Necklace 

ON Purple Cardi, NY&Co Orange Top, Jcrew Belt, Target Jeans

GAP Mint Cardi, Target Ikat Scarf, Express Vneck, Limited Jeans, Black Boots

Anthropologie Scarf, Jcrew Factory Charlie Sweater,  ON Tank, Limited Jeans

Have a great Wednesday everyone!

Putting it in Neutral - WIWW

Thank you for all of the sweet comments on my last post.  :) I truly appreciate every single on of them. Well on the outfit front, I did layer interest wise it all kind of looks like oatmeal. :P  My husband had 2 weeks off hence the lack of "real outfits which made me debate on whether or not to post.  But ultimately I decided to go for it because nothing is "perfect irl hehe. Happy Wednesday everyone!

ON Stripe Shirt, Lands End Down Vest, NY& Co Jeans

VS Pink Grey Top, Target Sweater Cape, NY&Co Jeans, Target Sky Blue Chandler Earrings

Wintery WIWW

We got a blast of snow after Christmas here so it's all about dressing warmly from here until Spring.  I don't know about you but I find winter time to be the most uninspiring time (fashion wise).  Only one outfit this week, the rest are sweatpants & warm fleece hoodies with thermals while cozying up with the hubby. ;)

ON Fur Vest, Target Plaid Flannel, NY& Co skinnies, & tan Uggs (not pictured)

Target Earrings.  I look mad in the picture, but I swear I'm not lol

Do you have a hard time staying "stylish" with winter weather?

WIWW

Hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas with loved ones yesterday.  We had a low key holiday over here.  Hubby woke up sick and we ended up not going to my parents to open gifts.  We did manage to make it to my aunt's for dinner, which I was happy & grateful for.  Here's a quick recap of what I have been wearing lately.  I've already have gotten my money's worth out of that JCrew belt!

Christmas Day:

 F21 mint/gold dot top, Madewell tank, Jcrew Factory belt and Limited dark skinnies

Added a cardi to see what it would look like.

Thermal: Target, Sweater:Loft, Belt: J.Crew Factory, Jeans: Zara 

Scarf: Anthropologie, Hoodie: AE, Bird Thermal: Target, Jeans: Zara

Cardi: NY&Co, Leopard Tank: BR Outlet, Belt: JCrew Factory, Dress Pants: Loft

Insta-Inspiration

We're at the 1.5 week mark for the wedding! I can't believe its almost here!  Here is some insta-inspiration as I call i t.  Lately I've been loving color mixing, stripes, maxis, and sequins. Enjoy!

Outfit of the day: Taking Chances

Can I tell you a secret? I have never thought of myself as adventurous dresser (preppy & classy come to mind) and I'm not a fan of change. I would admire "cool" outfits on blogs from afar and wish I could pull them off. Truth is I can pull them off. One of my new years resolution is to take more fashion risks. I've always believed that I am more of a creative person than logical, so why not put it to use?

Here is my first attempt:

ON Chambray Shirt, H&M Silver dress used as a vest, Limited dark skinny jeans, Gap belt, and Macy's necklace.

I also had these boots on: 

Gojane boots

Looking back I don't why I was so scared to take a fashion chance. No one got hurt, the world didn't come to an end.... Seriously I hope to take more and to experiment with my style.  And most importantly not take myself so seriously.