Ocean State Living

This is just a quick little post...I went to the beach with one of my best and oldest friends today. It was great catching up and wandering one of the local beaches just talking and laughing like old times. I am determined to do as much as I can in Rhode Island during my last semester of undergrad! It was pretty chilly at the beach so I wore:

Sweater: American Eagle Outfitters, Flannel: Forever21 long sleeve t-shirt, Jeans: Forever21 Skinny, Shoes: Sperry Top-Siders, Necklaces: initial and name plate (gifted from my Aunt Lisa), Watch: Michael Kors

 

Happy Thursday Everyone!

Gothic Sparkles

Last nights StyleWeek Providence was a lot of fun. I saw two great shows, one by Karen Beebe and another by Samuel Vartan. Beebe's show was very feminine with tons of sparkly fabrics & polka dots and filled with short jumpers & dresses. Vartan's show was very gothic inspired; low cut pieces in leather, lace and velvet.

While I was going through my blog feed I saw how Ramsey from Love, Ramsey is doing a "pantless" challenge, essentially wearing skirts and dresses instead of pants...pretty self explanatory right? (Check out her site to see how she's doing!) Anyway, the point is that I was definitely inspired to wear a skirt to the show tonight. While this body-con skirt that I am wearing doesn't seem so..."appropriate" for an internship, I think that since it is for a fashion show event, and I am wearing a long tunic over it makes it more..."acceptable"? Tonight I'm wearing:

Skirt: H&M body-con, Tights: Target, Tunic: Adrienne Vittadini, Belt: borrowed from Mom, Socks: stolen from Dad, Boots: Sam Edelman, Watch: Michael Kors

 

StyleWeek Providence

The Runway

My favorite look from the Karen Beebe show

Awesome draped black lace head wrap from the Samuel Vartan show

StyleWeek Providence Day # 2

Hello Lovelies! So my first day was a blast! My job at StyleWeek Providence yesterday was to check in the priority and front row seat guests. I know it sounds really glamorous but sadly there were no celebrities only fashion buyers...but it was still exciting. I also got to see two shows yesterday, Kara Wickman and Maria Del Carmen Mercado. While the Wickman show featured tons of flowers and rosettes with glitzy statement-jewelery the Mercado show was jungle inspired--lots of draping, tie-dye-ish looking prints and tons of bows. My favorite outfit of the night was one by Kara Wickman which featured flared deep purple trousers, a flowy black long sleeve top knotted at the waist and a big floppy hat! I am definitely going to try and take pictures at today's shows. Tonight I am wearing:

Blazer: Mossimo for Target, Blouse: Spence, Leggings: Converse brand for Target, Watch: Michael Kors, Shoes: booties from Payless

What do you think of the outfits? 
Don't I look expensive? Haha, my shirt cost only $10!! I am an expert Marshalls shopper :)

The Weekly Weigh In (# 2)

Hey guys! I know, two posts in one day...well I have a lot to say and a lot of tension to break. I have my first day of my internship at StyleWeek Providence tonight! This is what I am wearing:

Target: black blazer, Forever21: black harem pants, Gap: black pocket t-shirt, Belt: borrowed from Mom, Watch: Michael Kors, Barrett: Century 21, Shoes: BCBG Girls Wedge

Weekly Weigh In (# 2)

1.  What is the thing that you're most proud of this week that helped you with your 2011 goals/resolutions? Talked out my problems and feelings with my family and friends when things were bothering me and stressing me out! It's better to clear the air around you then hold things in and have all that toxic energy swimming in your body!

2.  Is there anything that you wish you did this week, but didn't? I wish I didn't let the petty things that boys do affect me because I know I am so much better & stronger than that!

3.  Is there something/someone in particular that motivated you this week? My sister constantly shows me that there is always a chance for a fresh start even when you are faced with the biggest and hardest challenges.

4.  Did you learn anything from the things you did this week? I learned that sometimes acknowledging your problems and flaws is half the battle. You can only be yourself so stop thinking that someone lives a better or more glamorous life than you; everyone has problems, accept yours and embrace the beauty in your life.

5.  How will you work towards the goals you've set for yourself in the upcoming week? I am going to make sure every day I wake up and smile, because that will start my day off right. I also want to make sure to always greet people warmly even if I am not particularly happy because I need to learn to "fake it 'till I make it!" 

Anyone doing the Weekly Weigh In with The Fashion Therapist and I?

*Sorry for the horrible pictures, I really want a camera tripod so I can take self-timer shots on my digital camera instead of depending on Apple Photo booth

10 Things I Learned This Weekend

So I found a new blog this weekend, Being Brazen, and I can not stop going through all of her posts! This South African blogger posts inspirational images, quotes, and has a fresh perspective on life as well as fashion; if you're anything like me you will love her blog! Check it out here!
Anyway, she does a post each Monday called "10 Things I Learned This Weekend" and I figured I would give it a go since I did learn so much! However, I may start doing this post on Sundays and do my "Weekly Weigh In" on Monday, just like blogger the Fashion Therapist, who did a lovely shout-out to me during her WWI post yesterday, thanks girl!

10 Things I Learned This Weekend!

1. No matter how many times you argue & fight, family always sticks around
2. Having a lot of alone time can really help you put things in perspective
3. Starting a new job (or internship!) is always going to be scary but it is an adventure
4. Going out of your comfort zone is necessary if you want to branch out and meet new people
5. You DO NOT need to chug a whole pitcher of Sangria at Charlie O's to have a great time
6. Spending a few dollars for some "cheap thrills" at the dollar store is sometimes just as good as a major splurge at Nordstrom's!
7. Blogging is not a competition but a real opportunity to connect with others and start friendships (thanks to Fashion Therapist, Julie Go Lean, The Oatmeal Diaries, and In Staley's Atmosphere for being awesome new blog friends!)
8. Exercise can be the cure to stress and anxiety but sometimes a new magazine and hot shower will do. 
9. I love JollyTime Kettle Corn a little way, way, WAY too much!
10. It's fun thinking about what I learned this week...this is going to be a weekly post, thanks for the idea Being Brazen!

Did you learn anything new this weekend? Also, if you like reading/want to know more about me then please follow my blog, follow me on twitter and/or leave me comments because it really makes me smile!

This painting entitled "Pollux" by Casey O'Connell is totally isnpiring me!

(Check out more of her paintings here)

Friday on a Sunday

I know, I know, I'm a little late with this outfit post...and this is my first OOTD (outfit of the day for you amateurs reading!) post in what seems like forever. This is what I wore to the bar on Friday night:

Gap silk kimono blouse, Forever21 dark wash jeggings, Silver buckle belt (borrowed from my Mom), Sam Edelman black boots (not pictured but seen here). 

So I'm back from my little overnight road trip to UMASS to visit my sister. There were a few road blocks (once I was there, not on the road thankfully). But despite all our little tiffs (aka the road blocks) in addition to some bickering, I have never been so proud of my sister before. She has overcome so much this year and I am just such a happy big sister...and now I'm getting a little homesick. Hopefully the February InStyle, a hot shower, catching up on some blogs that I love, and some organizing will help me feel better! Tomorrow is my first day at my internship, working the event StyleWeek Providence so I am extremely nervous! I am definitely doing an outfit post tomorrow so check back!

What do you do to get over homesickness? 

 

Road Trip

I may or may not post again later because I am heading to AMHERST for the night to see my sister and parents! I can't wait to see them (even though it's been about a week) and do some shopping! I will report back with my purchases. Oh, I am returning the Rampage boots...the Sam Edelman's win! I wish I could look this classic and chic while road tripping, but I guess that's why I live in the real world, not a Tommy Hilfiger ad! Have a great Saturday! 

(Image found here)