t-shirt: Target ($8) ~ blazer: Zara (old - $35ish) ~ collar-actually a scarf: Express (gift) ~ silk scarf: vintage (my mom's!) ~ pants: Calvin Klein via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ shoes: Mia via DSW ($60)

Date: January 17, 2012
Ensemble message: While I love getting inspiration from my fellow style bloggers, Pinterest has jumped the ranks and is now one of my go-to places for style ideas.  And DIY ideas... and home decor, recipes, etc etc etc.  When I saw this pin, I was instantly drawn to the fur collar and silk scarf.  I personally would not have pair them together - in my head this is too much.  But they actually balance out well, and this has been one of my favorite outfits from the past month!


My collar is a fake one - both the fur and the fact that it didn't come with this blazer.  I carefully pinned the edges to hold it in place.  What do you think - would you wear a fur collar and scarf together??

cardigan: Banana Republic (gift) ~ cami: Target ($9) ~ pants: Calvin Klein via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ scarf: Express (gift) ~ shoes: Mia via DSW ($60) ~ watch: Fossil (gift)

Date: December 29, 2011
Ensemble message: Pretty simple message here... it was post-Christmas and I wanted to wear a couple new items I had received as gifts.  I was also going to be moving offices that day, so a skirt or dress wouldn't be the most practical.  And done.
But seriously... this faux fur scarf is ah-mazing!  My secret santa (aka my younger sis) bought it for me, and it adds the right amount of fanciness to every outfit ;)  What accessory adds fanciness to your outfits??

shirt: Anthropologie ($35) ~ sweater: Target ($16ish) ~ pants: Calvin Klein via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ shoes: Mia via DSW ($60) ~ necklace: Macy's ($11) ~ cuff: gift

Date: November 9, 2011
Ensemble message: Today I bring you a mid-week casual outfit that would probably have been best for a Friday (oops).  November and December have been nuts for me at the Day Job, so comfort and easy-to-style outfits were key for me every day.  Between my hectic schedule and the weather cooling down, I'm really loving the more utilitarian looks that incorporate finer pieces (silk shirts, statement necklaces, heels).  Is your closet following any one theme this season?

Also, I was only in my house for a couple weeks and was still trying to figure out the best place for photos.  I now know that outside with my back to the house is best, and that I can get halfway decent indoor shots in my dining room.  For this post, you'll have to deal with these dark results ;)

cardi: August Silk via Nordstrom Rack ($20) ~ t-shirt: Target ($8) ~ pants: DKNY via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ shoes:  Elle via Kohls ($35ish) ~ necklace: Aerie ($5) ~ bracelet: Roxy (about 10 years old!)

Date: September 1, 2011
Ensemble message:  You guys, I cannot tell a lie... last Thursday, all I could think about was the long weekend that laid ahead of me.  And, I think it showed in my outfit choice that day ;)  The Husband and I, along with some family and friends, headed down to Assateague Island for a few days of camping.  I look forward to this trip every year because camping almost forces you to kick back and do nothing... and that's just what I need after this crazy summer!


Also, I know my readers don't typically get a detailed look into my life after hours, but I'm guest posting today over at Sparrow & Urchin, where you can read more about my camping adventure :)


What did you do over the weekend??

Date: August 8, 2011
Ensemble message: This outfit was styled especially for this week's Everybody Everywear challenge - mixed prints!  Mixing prints is not a stretch for me, I've done it before (see below).  But it was a challenge to find a new mix since my wardrobe is a bit limited at the moment.  Though it's subtle, the stripes on the jacket do count as a print!  I personally think that stripes and floral are the easiest prints to mix (for those of you who might be a bit shy when it comes to mixing prints).

Here are some other ways I've mixed prints:

sweater: F21 ($) ~ shirt: Gap ($30) ~ pants: DKNY via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ shoes: Target ($20) ~ bracelets: gift & DIY

Date: May 23, 2011
Ensemble message: Just another manic Monday!  More rain to start off my week, which for me meant wearing pants.  I truly hope this is the last of the yellow-ish, blurry, icky indoor pics for a long, long time.  But back to my outfit... I am so happy that I bought this sweater from Forever 21 as it's proved to be very versatile!  It layers well and is a great neutral on its own.  And given the up and down weather this past month, this sweater has really come in handy.

So who's ready for the holiday weekend?!  I am, obviously, since I'm posting early!  It's the first Friday of summer hours at the Day Job, which means if I work at least 45 extra minutes Monday through Thursday, I can take a half day on Friday.  As long as deadlines, workload, etc. allow for it, you can expect me to start every weekend early this summer :)  What are you doing this weekend??

striped shirt: DKNY via Filene's Basement ($12) ~ chambray shirt & vest: Old Navy ($24 & $14) ~  leggings & belt: Target ($20 & $15) ~ shoes: BCBG (gift) ~ bracelets: DIY & from a pack from Charlotte Russe

Date: May 18, 2011
Ensemble message: I wore this outfit during the week-long span of cool temperatures and tons of rain.  I had virtually no meetings at work and then a concert in NYC that night, so I went the comfy route and wore leggings.  I honestly can't remember the last time I wore leggings to work, which is funny because during Winter 2010, that's pretty much all I wore (good thing I wasn't blogging then, haha!)  But then I saw this post by Elaine of Clothed Much and remembered that leggings can be sleek and stylish.  Next time I'll go for all out copy-cat with a blazer, but I loved the more casual take with multiple layers.

Have you re-discovered any clothing items lately??

jacket: Kensie via Macy's ($35) ~ t-shirt & shoes: Target ($8ish & $20) ~ pants: Calvin Klein via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ necklace: DIY ~ watch: NY&Co ($20ish) ~ cuff: gift

Date: April 20, 2011 (I think...)
Ensemble message:  Hmmmm... if I'm not sure what date I took these pics, then surely I don't remember why I wore what I did ;)  Looking back at my calendar from last week, I had no major meetings scheduled.  So this was probably a quick, spring-like outfit fit for an office workhorse.  Oh, also I'm sure I planned the outfit around my necklace, which I made myself last week!  This was the same necklace that an Anthropologie cashier complimented me on, along with a vintage purse I won from Amanda :)

By the way, can you tell it was BRIGHT that day?!  Sorry for the washed out pics, poor shadows, and squinty eyes (these were actually my best pics, lol!)  Without fully bloomed trees yet, it was hard to find a spot without direct sunlight.

TGIF and here's hoping this weekend is as sunny as these photos!

shirt: Anthropologie (gift) ~ turtleneck: H&M ($8ish) ~ pants: Calvin Klein via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ shoes: Steve Madden via Famous Footwear ($14) ~ necklace: DIY

Date: April 1, 2011
Ensemble message: Happy Monday!  How was everyone's day?  I spent today recruiting interns, which included a commute to/from New York City.  Needless to say, I did not have time to take outfit photos this morning.  Luckily, since I did not have time to blog since Thursday night, I bring you last week's casual Friday outfit!  I do apologize that it's a little slumpy and definitely wrinkly... but it was a long week and I was happy to be able to put together a photo-worthy outfit at all ;)

In other news, I chopped my hair!  Like, really chopped it... I can't put it in a ponytail anymore, haha!  Can't wait to show you guys this week.  Ok well it's been a long day... see you guys tomorrow! :)

sweater: Babette Ballinger via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ dress: Nick & Mo via Daffy's ($14) ~ boots: Rocket via Famous Footwear ($40) ~ necklace: gift

Date: March 24, 2011
Ensemble message: I don't know why I don't wear this dress more often... it's so cute!  I think it's maybe because I'm never really sure when to wear it.  The polka dots have a print in them that might be flowers, or maybe snowflakes.  It has short sleeves but is jewel toned.  Sort of a split personality, don't you think?  I am happy that I wore my cowboy booties.  My first instinct was to wear my heeled oxfords, but it was good to change things up.

Sorry for the really late posts the past couple days... transitioning into my new role continues to give me looonnnggg days at the office.  On a good note, it's Thursday night!  Good tv on tonight, and one day til the weekend.  Anyone else super stoked for the weekend?!?

Cardi, cami, shoes: Target ($15, $8, and $20) ~ pants: Calvin Klein via Filene's Basement ($24) ~ belt: Anthropologie (gift) ~ necklace: Shimmerwings (gift)

Date: March 1, 2011
Ensemble message: Another outfit focused on a birthday gift.  This time, I organized what to wear around my amazing new necklace from The Husband.  The pendant has an actual butterfly wing in it - how awesome is that?!?  The wings are collected in the Peruvian Amazon after the butterfly's natural life cycle.  They are called Shimmerwings and can be found in a number of different sites online.
I saw these necklaces in a gift shop in New Hampshire over the summer, lusted over them for about 30 minutes.  On the verge of buying one, I was ensured by The Hubby that this would be a gift for either Christmas or my birthday.  Well, I totally forgot about the pendant (typical) so it was a really nice surprise when I opened up the jewelry box over the weekend :)