Picture Overload

Hey all! This is a picture packed post so I will keep the words down to a minimum. First off, a huge thank you to the lovely Julie at Haute Khuuture because she sent me such a lovely tunic and ring (I won her giveaway! :) Please check out her blog because it's awesome!

 

I wore the tunic she sent me last night to one of my sorority sisters bachelorette party. I just added some wedges and a leather belt to complete the outfit. Thanks again Julie!

Me, S, E (Roomies!)

Today I am going to dinner with two ladies from my internship! It's a French-Mediterranean restaurant in Providence so I am keeping it laid-back dressy (does that make sense?):

Blouse: ZARA // Jeans: Forever21 // Belt: George // Shoes: Dolce Vita for Target

This was a more word-y post than usual...sorry!

Enjoy your Thursday evening.

Fuchsia Feeling

What I'm wearing (despite the gloomy weather)...

Sweater: Absolutely Creative Worldwide, Tank: Old Navy, Jeans: American Eagle Outfitters, Flats, GAP, Belt: George, Ring: gifted from Mom

Back to work...hope everyone is having a lovely Tuesday!

Like a (Hair) Virgin, Touched for the Very 1st Time

So after yesterday mornings post I did a ton of thinking! Yes, I did try to apply the "steps" and while it did get me thinking about many things I noticed that I do way TOO much for other people; basically I let other peoples ideas/beliefs get in the way of my own. Although I think this is just something all 20-somethings go through, that cliche "discovery"/"finding myself" phase, I can't help but want to do something to break the cycle...so I dyed my hair. Me, the indecisive and predictable girl did it; problem is, you can barely notice a change. I guess my dark brown hair was too much for the lightest golden brown natural instincts hair dye product (any suggestions how to go lighter without breaking the bank? I really want to change it up!). Besides the hair-dye-fail, I decided to mix up my food/meal routine as well (strange again) and made a delicious chocolate smoothie last night for dessert (totally making it again tonight!) and went out last night to socialize with friends I never see; senior year is weird for me--I feel like I never see anyone anymore. Between my homework, internship, job applications and "me" time I rarely have the energy to see old friends--this is all changing! What did I wear last night to the local college bar? I felt more NYC than Narragansett, RI but I loved it nonetheless:

T-shirt: GAP, Blazer: Dalia Collection, Jeans: Forever21, Belt: GEORGE, Wedges: Nine West, Earrings: NYC boutique

How do you change "it" up? Whatever that "it" may be?

Any hair-dying suggestions?

More is More...

Remember these shoes? For some reason I hadn't been wearing them AT ALL since I bought them in mid-2010! It was so strange because I love them so much. However, last night was the third night in a row that I wore those babies out on the town! I have noticed how much I love the rough-and-tough edginess they provide to an outfit...and I also realized something, I have been dressing way, way, way, more "conservative" (and I use that term loosely) lately.

I will confess that just last semester (and every semester of college previously) I have dressed like every other girl out there; I followed the "less is more" approach. Now I see those girls and wonder where they left their jacket or tights...because surely no one could be wearing a skirt that high or a top that low (am I an old fart now?) I just really appreciate tailored clothing, a good fit...classy and understated women...that is true sex appeal in my opinion:
I know of my sex appeal. I know about sexuality, and I know how to use it - tastefully, of course.

Rachel Bilson

Last night when I went out, I admit I did try on that god-awful tight and short black body-con skirt I have worn to death (I think the color is charcoal gray now...originally black), and thought twice. Instead I put on:

Harem pants: Forever21, Tank Top: Kimichi Blue (via Urban Outfitters), Boots: Wet Seal, Leopard Belt: George (via Walmart), Watch: Michael Kors

Has your styled changed drastically in your 20's? I feel like I am growing up and trying and hoping to be more wardrobe-appropriate-conscious.

PS: Sorry again for the horrible pictures, S will be back soon!

Wind in my Hair

Yesterday was a beautiful and sunny day in Rhode Island (it's about time!) We have been pounded with snowfall after snowfall leaving the roads icy and my driveway a heaping pile of treacherous frost. Something clicked yesterday in more ways than one...the sun was shining, the snow was melting, I productively did my homework, worked out, did laundry, took pictures with S, got a Valentine, watched the Superbowl, and had a casual drink with friends at night! Nothing says Sunday like a pitcher of white sangria split amongst friends! This is what I wore to the beach and also out at night. It was one of those laid-back yet edgy looks that I could get away with at a bar. I'm wearing:

Cardigan: Bass Outfitters, T-Shirt: GAP pocket T, Leggings: Converse for Target, Belt: Leopard print by GEORGE, Boots: Bass Outfitters, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Nordstrom's

Anyone else getting excited for NY fashion week? 

I posted about DVF yesterday and am absolutely inspired by drape and color lately. That's so weird for me, I usually stick with an earthy palate. 

Who do you love? Is your taste constantly changing too?