4.5 inch heels really do wonders for a girl’s legs, right?

I’ve been informed by my advisors that it would be beneficial to tell you WHAT I’m wearing. Just in case you, you know, like it. So, I’m going to try it.

Shoes: Sam Edelman Faye Clogs, Endless. Deserving of their own photo because they are amazing & because I got them on super sale!

Pants: Stitch’s, Many moons ago. {Similar styles here, here, and here.}
Tank: F21. {Similar one, here.}
Denim Blazer: Capital Tailors, Loehmann’s, ManyMany moons ago. {Similar style here.}
Bag: Deux Lux Oversized Basic Satchel, Urban Outfitters. SALE!
Venti NonFat Vanilla Latte: Starbucks

I’ve found it extremely difficult to find good floral — too childish, too victorian, too home dec-ish, too laura ashley — the list goes on. I was SO happy when I got this top. Been wearing the heck out of it!

PS: eyes closed for effect.

Photo: R. Fife
Modeling Coach: D. Wilson

Well, that was quick, right? 10 more lessons? Not sure I’ve learned all that much in  4 days, but here goes nothing:

1. I’ve never been into cartoons. ever. Except Daria. That show was the bomb {and it’s in my netflix queue!}
2. Sometimes it’s the smallest things that make your day.
3. I need to be more self-aware but less self-critical. Probably less critical in general would be good.
4. Funniest website I’ve seen in awhile. I cried, actually. It was great.
5. Don’t take yourself too seriously, you have to be able to laugh. At yourself. Sometimes.
6. Targeted ads still catch me off guard. Not in a “Wow, that’s so cool way”. More like, “Wow, that’s pretty creepy”. Good recommendations though. Looks like someone’s got my number.
7. Life changes are scary!
8. Tomorrow I am going to make the hugest most delicious fruit salad and eat it for dinner.
9. I hate Chinese food.
10. Sweet Tea Cocktails, that is all.

So the last two are kind of cop-outs, but that was hard!
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…Well not practically speaking, of course. It’s the ever-gorgeous Erin Wasson. But in spirit? Lil’ bit, yeah.

See the full editorial at studded hearts.

I usually post Little Lessons on Tuesday…and this week I promised you Wednesday…and now it’s Friday (where the heck has the time gone?) So I am back with some lessons from this week.

1. I used to say that I don’t want the whole world to know my personal life. That said, I think I share a bit too much about my personal life at work and not enough on my blog. hmm, something to think about.
2. 6 items of clothing for a whole month? Does anyone want to put money on whether or not I can do this? I’m thinking about it.
3. I’ve been craving spinach the last couple of days, but haven’t bought any because I didn’t think I would be able to eat a whole bag before I took off for the wedding I am attending this weekend. Still thinking specifically of: spinach with strawberries, walnuts, cheese, and champagne/pear vinaigrette.
4. I am experiencing some new-to-me things in the blogosphere these days, and it’s making me feel a little uneasy.
   Exhibit A: First off, I really don’t like the word “vlog”. Second, I feel old & SO NOT tech savvy.
   Exhibit B: And now I just feel ancient.
5. Thank you, Abby, for always understanding my lamest of complaints.
6. My bosses read my blog!
7.  Top Gun is still one of my favorite movies.
8. I’m 99% sure I’m canceling my hair coloring appointment as part of the effort to curb my spending. I’ve also had 2 nightmares about it. Okay, not nightmares. Bad dreams. Does that make me superstitious?
   8a. The first dream involved hot pink spots, human trafficking, and an auto shop.
   8b. The second is mostly fuzzy but involved bleach blonde tips circa 1997.
9. If your child is old enough to read a chapter book, he shouldn’t be in a stroller.
   9a. In tandem, it is highly inadvisable to visit any kind of museum on a free day.
10. I think the Avon moisturizer is what is making my eyes water ALL the time {day two of testing commencing today.}

found this image hilarious, and just had to share. image via.

In honor of wedding season…again…I just had to post these photos. I {admittedly} read a lot of wedding blogs, but these were some of the most captivating photos I’ve seen in a long time. AND I came across it on FB…goodness. The bride in the first two photos is a girl I went to high school with. Gorgeous, right?

I so fell in love with Justin’s work, that I even sent him a message on fb {is that creepy?! I’m going with extrovertedly enthusiastic}. Anyway…you should definitely check him out: website + blog + twitter.

ANNNNNND, congrats to my lovely, dear friend Monica, who got engaged this week. Love you, girl!

New boots! Yay! Squinty eyes ’cause I was having eye issues today. My eye was “leaking” all day. Has anyone else had this consistent watering issue? Superannoying.

Back tomorrow with little lessons, sorry…work was brutal! Off to bed now.

Photo Credit: R. Fife
Modeling Coach: D. Wilson

Ever since I saw this stunning pic of Olivia Palermo in a lace dress, I’ve been seeing them all over the blog world. I don’t think I can pull it off (toooo girly?) but I do love the look. Swoon.

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Want it? Here are a few suggestions:

Velvet Torch @ BP, Nordstrom, SALE! $35.90

Lace long sleeve dress, Dililo, $39.99

Dress and Cami Set, Jacco Fashion, $79.99

1. I would like a house that has a room with a wall full of windows. French doors or even a sliding glass door would suffice. {I’m not too picky.}
2. I’ve got a peaceful, easy feeling. {unrelated to the Eagles’ song}
3. I’m getting a blog makeover. The possibilities are endless, what do you think I should do?
4. I loooooove streaming netflix on my wii. Ah-mazing.
5. I had a mishap with my sewing machine this weekend, and it is broken {oh no!} Hopefully it won’t be too expensive to get it repaired.
   6a. In case it is really expensive I’ve started looking at some new ones. Open to suggestions, but I really don’t want to spend more than $300.
   6b. I’m sure I’ll be able to repair the old one.
   6c. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about this, can you tell?
6. I spent $30 at TJ’s on Wednesday, and it was the equivalent of 9 meals. That’s $3 a meal, booyah.
7. And…I ate the leftovers! {some of you might know that I’m realllly bad at this.}
8. If you’re looking for a relationship, a partnership, someone to love: look in the midwest. Recent news source says men on both coasts are getting a big ol’ thumbs down these days.
9. I desperately needed a low key weekend & I had to make some tough decisions, but I did it!
10. I think I have a thing for pink doors. The set above were the most lovely shade of magenta. Love that scroll work, too!

This post goes out to a good friend of mine who’s looking to spice up her wardrobe at work and on the weekends. The thing I like most about the set below is that it can be mixed and matched to get any number of looks. Plus, you can tell my obsession with floral belted dresses hasn’t changed much.

My girl’s parameters were this: “edgy”,”conservative”, and “jewel tones”. Only a touch contradictory, right? I think the look ends up being balanced…meeting in the middle at on-trend. What do you think? Mission accomplished?

 

Silky Floral Dress, $30
Grey Floral Ruffle Tunic, $55
Multi floral gypsy dress, 32 GBP
Simone wool cardigan, $225
Armand Basi Daju silk-blend cardigan, $104
Cotton Boyfriend Jacket, $395
Steve Madden Annton, $129
Seychelles Sophia, $78
Praia Platform Espadrilles, $595
Teal Flower Petal Cuff, $45
Vintage Heart Locket, 39 GBP
Eye-bobs Thick Eye Reading Glasses, $65
skinny double belt, $36

The only thing I’ll say about dresses for work is watch out for the length. Minis are in, but not at the office. Above the knee is fine, mini is not! Now if only we could all look like this while we’re running errands about town:

I am dying over this look. Seriously. Those shoes!

image via moodboard

I’ve been feeling peaceful the last few days, a welcome change from the turmoil in my life recently. I spent a lovely weekend at home in my little apartment…the weather has been typically SF, and not at all typically summer.

Since I’m trying to curb my spending, I thought I would share some things that I am loooooving right now, but AM NOT. repeat. AM. NOT. going to purchase…

Adorable 70s tunic top from bleubird vintage, $42

Preferably paired with a skinny double wrap belt like this one, $24.99

A walnut colored round coffee table…having a hard time finding one that’s small scale enough for my tiny apartment. Chloe Coffee Table, Target, $149.99

This charming set of vintage frames {I am OBSESSED and will definitely be making a purchase soon.}, A Little Hip, $32

Larger-than-life glam flower earrings, Clementine’s Jewelry, $16

 Hope your weekend was equally lovely!