Brocade/Regret

There are two things I'm regretting about this outfit: the first is the hat. For some reason, I had it in my head that the color was a much richer, deeper brown than it actually is. Not digging it- at least not with the rest of what's happening. The second regret is the striped sweater underneath the coat and above the blouse. I thought it would add some extra texture/interest, but it just looks unnecessary and maybe a little sloppy to me now. Live and learn, kittens.

Thing I am not regretting: Matt's birthday party tonight!* I'm going to leave you now to bake a cake that will theoretically be the best one I've ever made, but I'll let you know the final verdict next week. See you Monday!

* I realize you cannot regret something that is in the future, but I was reaching to stick with the theme, here. Go with it! : )

Camel, Pink & Electric Blue

I realize that electric blue and pastel blue are not the same blue, but for me, they both belong in the "dreamy" category. A lot of times, when I try to think up interesting color combinations in my head, I find myself wondering what colors I like to see in/on my candy, ice cream, cake, etc. This is a slippery, slippery slope, friends, when you possess such a sweet tooth as I do. But for now at least, I'm content with taking my cravings out on my wardrobe: birthday cake ice cream (shirt + skirt) with some caramel sauce on top (coat).

I've got a busy week ahead! Preparations for Valentines Day, Matt's birthday, and a visit from my future in-laws! What do y'all have planned?

Preppy Twist

The first time I wore this, it was about 20 degrees cooler outside, so I paired it with brown, knee-high boots; taking a walk on the preppy side. The whole thing felt a bit too Ralph Lauren for my taste, but a couple days later, when December provided me with a 70 degree Sunday (what?!), I took the opportunity to quirk it up a bit and trade the boots for a pair of sandals I didn't get to wear enough this summer. Equipped with my oddball footwear, chipped toenail polish, and mixed patterns, I ventured out in my version of preppy to a local park to lay in the grass and pretend it's July. A day well spent, if you ask me.

Poor timing on the bubble blowing. I blame the photographer.

Shirt: Thrifted; Sweater Vest; Thrifted; Blazer: Thrifted; Jeans: UO; Necklace: Target; Sandals: Thrifted

I've got an exciting weekend coming up! My birthday was yesterday, (so naturally it's my birthday until the end of the week : )), Matt's graduating tomorrow, his parents are coming up for the occasion (and bringing our new mattress and treadmill with them!), and our anniversary (third) is Sunday! Phew! See y'all Monday!

It's my Birthday!

Today I am 23 years old. I do not know everything, but I'm glad I know:

-that following the plan doesn't work for everyone
-that humor and a genuine, deep-rooted concern for others is what attracts me to my favorite people
-that anything beyond two drinks and a beer is asking for it
-that I am not invincible
-that we made that big move when I was seven for a reason
-that you're not supposed to eat the corn husk on the outside of a tamale

I'm excited to learn even more this year and overjoyed at the changes and new chapters coming my way. See you tomorrow!

P.S.- Between Blogger and Bloglovin', I'm now at 90 followers. I'd love to do a giveaway when I reach 100; what do you think? Any requests?

Red and Plaid and Stripes All Over

I have been all over some stripe mixing lately. I haven't been able to photograph every ensemble containing them, but trust; there've been a lot. I've noticed that I tend to gravitate toward stripe on stripe or stripe on plaid. And, lucky for me, these two happened to be getting chummy near each other in my ever-crowded closet; convenient since I've been furrowing my brow over what to pair with this skirt for a month or two. Lesson learned: sometimes the closet gods lead you right where you need to go.

Shirt: Thrifted; Skirt: Thrifted; Hat: Thrifted; Tights: Target; Booties: Old Navy

Well, I'm off to enjoy some great company, pizza, and drinks for my birthday tonight (my actual DOB isn't until the 13th), and I hope you get to do the same (not necessarily in honor of my birthday, but just because you have great friends who also like pizza. However, if you'd like to raise a glass to my 23rd year, I wouldn't be mad at that ; ))!

See you Monday!  

P.S.- If you haven't noticed, I'm more than mildly obsessed with borders, lines, shapes, and cut-outs right now. Indulge me for the moment, k? : )