Always 90s.

Shirt: Vintage; Shorts: Thrifted; Socks: Walmart; Shoes: Target; Necklace: No idea. A mish mash of charm + chain(s)

I don't know if you can tell in these pictures, but I'm totally repping the late 80s/early 90s with a high side-pony. I dunno...with the glasses my rapidly declining eyesight is forcing me to don more and more often lately, paired with the socks and open shoes, it felt just geeky enough to work.

I found these shorts in the "Teen" section at The Wardrobe (shocked, right?), but they actually ended up working out for me! I love the lace detail on the border of the pockets- it adds that "teen" element the elderly volunteers at the thrift shop were so quick to pick up on. It just goes to show you, don't discount the keen eyes of your grandmas + grandpas...they've still got it.

Have you guys picked up any sartorial tips/trends from those that receive the ever-covetable senior discount? Share time! 

Flashin' Lights

On Sunday night, Matt and I decided to see what came of nighttime outfit photos, as we weren't able to take any during the day. I'll preface the photos by saying that flash is not my favorite in almost every situation, but I wanted to give it a go. Here are the results of our experiment:

Shirt: Thrifted; Skirt: Vintage; Shoes: tuto 

This skirt is one of my favorite thrifted finds. I picked it up in Cape Girardeau, intending to sell it once back in Columbia; but once I got a closer look at it, I fell in love and vowed to squeeze into it one day. Lo and behold, it fits now! If, you know, I wear it at my rib cage ; ).

I probably won't be doing the flash again, unless out of necessity; as was the case here. But it was fun to try it out! What do you think? Any tips for nighttime photography or exposure settings? 

Until next time! Thanks for reading my nonsense!

A La Mode For Life

This weekend included lots of the following: family, apple pie, ice cream, and photos (if I told you or provided evidence of just how much ice cream was consumed, you'd probably slap me in the face right this instant). Also, I miiight've had apple pie a la mode for breakfast yesterday morning. Still working on the how-I-will-fit-back-into-my-swimsuit plan. Anyway, here's what I wore on Saturday:

Just after Matt pointed out the walk-up ice cream stand. Cue the Scooby-Doo "whhaaaa??" noise.

Dress worn as shirt: Thrifted; Shorts: BDG; Shoes: tuto; Belt worn as headband: The Kissing tree Vintage; Belt: Thrifted; Bag: Dooney & Bourke

I'll have more photos for you guys throughout the week! Happy Tuesday!

And We're Off!

Outfit planning. The shirt knot will be ever present this weekend, I think.

Well, here we are at the weekend! Matt's parents were supposed to be making the trek up here for a weekend visit, but due to quite unfortunate circumstances, Matt needs to be in Cape Girardeau this weekend. Thus, we shall be making the trip to our old stompin' grounds this evening. Hopefully, we'll be able to make it to some of our favorite spots.

What do you all have planned this weekend? GIVE A GIRL SOME DEETS : )

Almost Too Sweet. Almost.

I love the peplum!

Shirt: Thrifted; Jeans: BDG; Shoes: tuto; Hat: Thrifted

Took this lil number home after thrifting with Ashley this past weekend (click over and wish her a happy birthday!). She's the one who found it, then handed it over to me! How sweet! I'm completely smitten with the peplum aspect, and the polka dots are just icing, really. Thanks for the sweet find, lady!

Remember the big purchase I said I couldn't wait to share? Well, barring any unforeseen b.s., this baby will be waiting for me after work today:

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I'm so excited I could pee. But that's not saying much, considering how much water I drink.

Until next time! : )

EDIT: Amy from Vanagon Champion was so sweet to feature me on her $5 Thrifty Thursday segment today! Go check out my find and say hello to her! She and her blog are both pretty spectacular.