this week & next

merona pleated collar tank & merona tiered top
express slacks {thrifted}   ·   cl by laundry nima wedges

this might sound corny (whatever), but i like when i can still surprise myself with putting together outfits.  i agree with uniforms and formulas that work but i still get stuck in those ruts and don't exercise as much creativity with getting dressed as i know i could.  i really liked the effect of the sleeveless multi-blue colored shell layered underneath this ruffled knit tee with a great pair of pants and wedges.  i never wear sleeveless tops, so i always have to wear this shell layered with a cardigan or blazer... but why not a tee?

also, a reminder that andi and i are hosting DRESS WEEK next week, starting june 16th!  i definitely need a little encouragement to wear some of the dresses in my closet, so i'm glad she and i are joining forces for this.  you'll be able to link up at either one of our blogs.  thanks for visiting!

get the look:  similar tank / similar tee / similar slacks / exact wedges

january 28th {gifts}

 merona tiered top {thrifted target stock}   ·  old navy blazer {thrifted}
old navy skirt & scarf   ·  mossimo kachiri boots   ·   forever 21 bracelet

i am convinced that...

·  a bright, printed scarf instantly adds punch & interest to any outfit

·  a 30 degree day in the middle of winter is the greatest gift a minnesotan can receive

·  a bathroom squeegee works amazingly well to remove 3" of snow from your car {trust me!}

·  this skirt is way too short.  note to self:  i need a plain brown pencil skirt!
·  tina will love her horseshoe bauble bar earrings {you won my giveaway!  check your email!}