November 10, 2011: Wrapping It Up

While I posting all sorts of good stuff last week I missed out on my last two outfits. No worries, there were pictures. I am dedicated this month to not falling behind. If I can't make it through November/Thanksgiving how will I survive the upcoming doom holidays?

Last week on Thursday I went to a Connecticut university to do some on campus interviewing. I wanted to be comfortable (yoga pants?) for the long drive but, also wanted to be professional (sigh, no yoga pants) when I got there. Now only was I meeting with some students I was also meeting with my contact in career services so, I needed to make a good impression for sure. I think everything went well! Also, was trying out a new background... what do you think? Less court house for sure...

• Top: coral artist tank, Merona for Target; brown hounds-tooth jacket, LOFT
• Bottom: gray pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; blue Foley + Corrina City Clutch via Plaza Too/gift from BF

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

On Friday I was so happy for the week to be at an end! There have been so many things happening on my social calendar that I just really wanted to go home for some rest and relaxation. Unfortunately those social obligations carried over into the weekend. At least I finished out my work week in some semblance of comfort.

• Top: yellow short sleeved sweater, GAP; gray pinstripe blazer (part of this suit), Calvin Klein via Loehmanns
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
  
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Nine West; coin pearl necklace, V'ta Jewelry; coin pearl earrings, borrowed from Mom then altered; purple tote bag. Coach

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here,  here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

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Review: Cougar Boots 2011

I was so excited when the lovely people from Cougar contacted me again and asked me if I would like to review another pair of boots for them. The boots that I got last year became absolute staples in the cold and wet weather and I was happy to pick one more pair!

Out of all the options that I was presented with this year I knew almost instantly which ones I wanted to try; the Mirage in black. After making very practical selections last year (snow boots/rain boots) I was happy to find something that I felt truly meshed fashion and function and I responded with my selection with haste, excited to receive another great pair of boots! I was also curious to see if Cougar boots in leather would work for people who have larger than average calves (16.5") like myself.

Then I got an email saying that the Mirage had been the most popular boot and they no longer has them in my size (ultimate sad face) but, I was still really excited about trying out their boots and thought the Marla, which had previously been available as well, would be the next best thing. It's fashion, function, with a sprinkle of trendy mixed in but, those weren't available either (extreme frustration). I thought about it long and hard and settled on the Portico in brown. Not that those aren't lovely boots but, they didn't scream "fashion" just "function."

When the boots finally came it was like an early Christmas gift! I was excited to try those Portico boots on and see if they were up to the challenge of fitting over my calves but, look what I found when I opened the box.

That;s right, the Mirage!! All the outfits that I had been planning when I made my initial selection started coming back to me. They really will be a great option when the weather really cools down.

When I tried them on they were so comfortable and the heel was completely practical. Then came the moment of truth: zipping them all the way up. It was honestly a bit of a struggle. I was able to make it all the way up but, they are still a bit tight. What worried me more was that I was not wearing pants so if I was to try them with some jeggings or skinny pants I'm sure it will be an even bigger fight. I suppose I can always get them stretched a bit by a cobbler... problem solved. Although, if I was in a store buying these boots I might not be so quick to purchase them since I would have to make additional, cost inducing alterations. 

In the end I am really happy with these boots!! They are absolutely lovely and would be en excellent shoe choice for casual social events, low key dressy gatherings, and even work affairs (depending on your dress code.) They are also completely practical for winter weather since they will keep you warm in as low as -22° temperatures. Lastly, they are extremely comfortable and will be even more so once I have the opening stretched or wear them more and stretch it myself! 

What Cougar shoes are your favorite? 

September 8/9, 2011: KO'd

Sorry for the blip in posting. I have actually been slightly sick since Monday (fooled you didn't I?) and burning that candle at both ends while experiencing persistent symptoms (fever, sore throat, ridic congestion) was not a good idea. I completely crashed Thursday night when I got home in the early evening. Yes, that's right I missed all the FNO events... it's ok, I will survive. Fighting throngs of people for free manis or hair styling just didn't seem like as much fun as sleeping.

Thankfully the R&R gave me enough strength to power through yesterday and work plus the fun stuff in the evening. I got to go to a fun event last night thanks to an invite Katy from Modly Chic (thanks!) and after that I attended Blogger's Night Out (so much fun!) I will put a post up about all my Fashion Week shenanigans once I have wrapped them all up; No, I'm not finished but, let's talk what I wore.

September 8, 2011:

• Top: olive and pumpkin striped tee, Mossimo for Target; khaki safari jacket, LOFT (same jacket different color here, here, here, here, and here)
• Bottom: gray slacks, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black sneaker/shoes Rocket Dog; my abuela's vintage silver hoop earrings; gray and black Ashley shoulder bag, Pietro Alessandro

September 9, 2011:

• Top: yellow floral patterned sweater, Dana Buchman for Kohl's
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: turquoise peep toe flats, Xhiliration via Target; silver and gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; silver knotted necklace, gift from my dear friend; gray and black Ashley shoulder bag, Pietro Alessandro

August 27, 2011: State of Anticipation

So first it was an earthquake and now it's a hurricane! What's next, Earth? When I was getting ready in the morning I was very focused on taking advantage of the second to last summer Friday (meaning we get out early) that I have left and wearing something that was a testament to the quickly ending summer season and less to the potential "impending doom" that is on the way hence, white linen...

The way the the city (both government and occupants) have been talking about Irene I was mostly concerned about getting home before the "storm of the century" hit. I am planning on camping out in my apartment with good DVR and a small stack of September Issues. Are you going to have to deal with Hurricane Irene? What are you doing to weather the storm?

• Top: white short sleeve sweater, LOFT (same shirt different color here and here); white linen blazer, Bitten via Steve & Barry's
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Corso Como via DSW; pink rhodochrosite and mother of pearl necklace, Gem Cove/birthday gift from Mom; pink rhodochrosite and mother of pearl earrings,  Gem Cove/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro   

Here is my Stella & Dot pick:

Carnival Necklace

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here:

Thursdays and Fridays

While posting is (in my mind) starting to catch up and become more regular there have been a few days in the past few weeks that I have missed. The theme seems to be that I start out strong on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday but, fall off the wagon when it gets to Thursday and Friday.
It's the same old story but, I'm feeling that things are evening out I'm not a month behind just a few days... progress! I'm dedicated to making it better!

June 30, 2011

• Top: brown crochet embellished tube top, Torrid; beige short sleeved jacket, GAP
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Corso Como via DSW; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple shoulder bag, Coach (not pictured)

July 1, 2011

• Top: ivory sheath dress, Adrianne Vitadinni via Loehmans/gift from Mom; black cropped jacket, Express
• Shoes & Accessories: silver Stella wedge pumps, Seychelles via DSW/gift from BF; turquoise and silver earrings, Pennyweights; turquoise and silver bead necklace. gift from Mom; orange snake skin tote, Beirn (not pictured)

July 7, 2011

• Top: aqua dress, Max Studio via Nordstrom Rack with a tank top underneath for the modesty; brown and cream giraffe print cardigan, Merona for Target
• Shoes & Accessories: silver Genero Sandal, SE Boutique via DSW; coin pearl earrings, borrowed from Mom then altered; coin pearl/stone necklace, borrowed from mom; purple shouler bag, Coach (not pictured)

July 8, 2011

• Top: navy tank top with silver stripes, GAP, with tank top underneath for the modesty; gray plaid blazer, Jones New York
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: black Dolce Vita sandals, via Nordstrom; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)
  
  
  

June Gone By

This is going to be one of those posts... It's unfortunate that I haven't been able to keep up with blogging but, I think this upcoming weekend will put me in a good spot for finally getting ahead. It isn't about catching up (most of the time) it's about making sure that I can have a few outfits up my sleeve just in case things get a little crazy I don't fall behind. We're not even going to talk about all the other cool stuff that I wanted to write about or have wanted to be a part of... let's just talk about what I wore.

June 16, 2010

• Top: floral print t-shirt, Vera Wang for Kohl's; khaki safari jackets, LOFT
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Merona via Target; silver and gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro

June 17, 2011

• Top: pink rosette embellished t-shirt, LOFT; brown houndstooth jacket, LOFT 
• Bottom: double waistband denim trouser, tailored by me LOFT/Christmas gift 
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; rainbow beaded earrings, MoxieBee, gray Le Dix/Motorcycle bag, Balenciaga

June 20, 2011

• Top: gray camo/animal print ruffle button down shirt, LOFT; gray flyaway cardigan, New York & Company
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: black peep toe wedges, Payless/gift from BF; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; black belt, came with pants; gray and black bag, Pietro Alessandro

June 21, 2011

• Top: black sundress, Old Navy; brown and black zebra print cardigan, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: silver Stella wedge pumps, Seychelles via DSW/gift from BF; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray and black bag, Pietro Alessandro

June 22, 2011

• Top: red floral embellished top, Simply Vera Vera Wang via Kohl's; black flyaway cardigan, August Silk via TJ Maxx
• Bottom: gray Hudson Wide Leg pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories:  teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; black onyx earrings, V'ta jewelry; gray and black bag, Pietro Alessandro

June 23, 2011

• Top: orange short sleeved sweater with beige and white argyle, Merona for Target
• Bottom: gray pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; gold mother of pearl teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; brown suede purse with silver leaf embellishments, GAP 

June 24, 2011

• Top: yellow blouse with floral embellishment, New York & Company, with a tank top underneath for the modesty; purple cardigan, Merona for Target/gift from BF
• Bottom: brown pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Merona via Target; my abuela's vintage silver hoop earring; brown suede purse with silver leaf embellishments, GAP

June 27, 2011

• Top: navy blue dress (with pockets), Adrienne Vittadini via Loehmann's borrowed from Mom; gray plaid blazer, Jones New York via Mom
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Corso Como via DSW; silver coin pearl necklace, V'ta jewelry; silver coin pearl earrings, borrowed from Mom then altered; sunglasses, RayBan; cream woven tote, Loeffler Randall for Target

Days Go By And Still I Think Of You

Things are crazy here yadda yadda yadda, you've hear it all before. To get an accurate representation of how I'm feeling (and get a laugh) read this, it sums it up pretty well! I have been at this new job for three months and I still haven't been able to put a decent schedule together that incorporates regular blogging along with all the other things I have to do (clean all the things? you would get that if you read my suggestion... do it!) but, that's going to end soon. I actually do enjoy this blogging thing and I miss it. Until then I will just play the catch up game, I hope you still want to play with me...

May 6, 2011

• Top: dark brown scoopneck sweater, GAP outlet (same shirt different color here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty; black safari jacket, LOFT  (same jacket different color here, here, here and here)
• Bottom: ivory and black animal print pencil skirt, LOFT 
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Nine West/black flip flops, Rocket Dog; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 9, 2011

• Top: black and white polka dot dress, Merona for Target; black cropped jacket, Express
• Shoes & Accessories: red patent leather flats, Payless; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; pearl necklace, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 10, 2011

• Top: red crochet embellished tank top, LOFT; gray flyaway cardigan, New York & Company
• Bottom: brown and red pinstripe pants, New York and Company (one of the pants I had to lengthen and let the hem down on)
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; pearl earrings, birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured) 

May 11, 2011

• Top: coral sweater, LOFT
• Bottom: black, gray, and white skirt (with pockets), Target
• Shoes & Accessories: black patent leather t-strap pumps, LOFT; semi precious stone necklace, V'ta jewelry; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 12, 2011

• Top: yellow floral patterned sweater, Dana Buchman for Kohl's
• Bottom: gray pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: purple suede-ish ballet flats, Mossimo for Target; glass bead necklace, Christmas gift from Cousin M; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach

May 13, 2011

• Top: white crochet neck top (same shirt different color here, here, here, here, and here); gray cardigan, New York & Company via Mom
• Bottom: green and white pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: purple suede-ish ballet flats, Mossimo for Target; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 16, 2011

• Top: pink sweater with black trim, Alfani via Macy's via Mom; black blazer, Ann Taylor via Melissa
• Bottom: black and white tweed pencil skirt, Isaac Mizrahi for Target via The Unique Thrift Store
• Shoes & Accessories: black patent leather t-strap pumps, LOFT; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 17, 2011

• Top:  orange ballet neck chiffon flower top, New York & Company
• Bottom: gray knit pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; silver/gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; purple tote bag, Coach

May 18, 2011

• Top: white ruffle button down blouse, LOFT; gray plaid blazer, Jones New York Suit via Mom
• Bottom: black knit pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 19, 2011

• Top: gray tunic, Frazier Lawrence via Mom
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: black ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; coin pearl necklace, V'ta Jewelry; coin pearl earrings, borrowed from Mom then altered, gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 20, 2011

• Top: black half button shirt, Jovovich-Hawk for Target with a tank top underneath for the modesty; black blazer, Ann Taylor via Melissa (not pictured)
• Bottom: double waistband denim trouser tailored by me, LOFT Christmas Gift
• Shoes & Accessories: leopard print flats, New York & Company; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 24, 2011

• Top: green short sleeve sweater, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for the modesty (same shirt different color here)
• Bottom: gray skirt, axcess for Kohl's via Mom
• Shoes & Accessories: purple suede-ish ballet flats, Mossimo for Target;

May 25, 2011

• Top: blue, gray, black, and white wavy print dress, New York & Company with a tank top underneath for the modesty
• Shoes & Accessories: black patent leather t-strap pumps, LOFT; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 26, 2011

• Top: purple, white, and black floral print dress, LOFT with a tank top underneath for the modesty
• Shoes & Accessories: black peep-toe wedges, Dr. Scholl's; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 27, 2011

• Top: pink flutter trim tank blouse, LOFT/birthday gift from Mom; black flyaway cardigan, August Silk via TJ Maxx
• Bottom: white pinstripe capris, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black flower embellished sling back pumps, Hollywould; pearl earrings, Macy's/birthday gift from Mom; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

May 4, 2011: One Point For The Weatherman

Let me start of by saying, please ignore my bad hair day. You would think it was the rain but, it wasn't, my blow dryer and I had a disagreement we're not speaking at the moment but, I digress...

Yesterday I listened to the weather forecast and they got it right so I'm glad that I did. It started pouring while I was on my way to the train station. I even remembered my umbrella, GO ME! Ok, so maybe ballet flats weren't the most practical shoe but, I didn't feel like tucking my skinnies into boots! It isn't winter after all...

• Top: purple and white polka dot shirt, Old Navy (same shirt different color here and here); blue tweed blazer, K Studio via Unique Thrift Store (same with this dress)
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: black ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; black reversible headband, Mandees; pearl earrings, birthday gift from Mom via Macy's; gray and black purse, Pietro Alessandro (not pictured)

Items form this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here and here.

Don't forget to enter the giveaway for a pair of Tiffany style silver earrings like mine!

April in Retrospect

As I stated before the past few weeks have been full of alot of craziness in all aspects of my life but, I did take a picture of what I wore everyday to work. I'm committed to the bit! While I BF was snapping my ensembles I don't really remember what was going on at the time honestly the days are all one big blur. Here is the simple compilation: 

April 14, 2011

• Top: brown cowl neck sweater, Mossimo for Target
• Bottom: brown pinstripe Hudson Wide Leg pants, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: green tweed kitten heel pumps, Coach; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 15, 2011

• Top: ivory tank top with embroidered neck, Patrick Robinson for Target with another tank top underneath for the modesty; gray flyaway cardigan, New York and Company
• Bottom: denim jeggings, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: leopard print flats, New York and Company; silver/gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 18, 2011

• Top: black cowl neck sweater, Old Navy (same sweater different color here); black tank top underneath for the modesty
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: black vintage patent leather pumps, Evan Picone via The Unique Thrift Store; black patent leather belt, Kohl's; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 19, 2011

• Top: red floral embellished top, Simply Vera Vera Wang via Kohl's; black pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via SYMS 
• Bottom: black maxi dress as skirt, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black ruffle embellished flats, Audrey Brooke via DSW; silver bead earrings, TIffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 20, 2011

• Top: coral sweater, LOFT
• Bottom: dark gray Hudson Wide Leg pants, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: silver hardware embellished flats, Preview via Nordstrom Rack; turquoise and silver earrings, Pennyweights; turquoise and silver bead necklace. gift from Mom; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 21, 2011

• Top: green v-neck ruffle embellished t-shirt, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for the modesty; khaki safari jackets, LOFT
• Bottom: yellow, brown, and colorful plaid skirt, WDNY via Loehmann's
• Shoes & Accessories: purple suede-ish ballet flats, Mossimo for Target; ilver/gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; gray motorcycle/Le-Dix bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

April 25, 2011

• Top: purple sweater, Geric via Conway with a gray tank top underneath for the modesty; black pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via SYMS
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; silver bead earrings, TIffany & Co.; silver/semi-precious stone necklace, V'ta Jewelry; gray motorcycle/Le-Dix bag, Balenciaga (not pictured)

April 26, 2011

• Top: pink scoopneck sweater, LOFT (same sweater different color here, here, here, and here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty; brown houndstooth jacket, LOFT
• Bottom: brown pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; brown fused glass earrings, craft space in Laguna Beach; gray motorcycle/Le-Dix bag, Balenciaga (not pictured)

April 27, 2011

• Top: brown wrap dress, Diane von Furstenberg with a tank top underneath for the modesty; gray ruffle front cardigan, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: patent leather leopard print mary janes, Le Due; gray shell earrings, gift from BF's Mom; black patent leather belt, Kohl's; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

Giveaway: Silver Bead Earrings

Having completed one year with no repeats I want to celebrate with you! I thought there could be no better way than gifting you with one of my most utilized wardrobe items. I'm sure if you are a regular reader you have a few ideas of what it could be. Don't worry, I won't send you a pair of skinny pants. That's right the title gave it away... I am going to send you a pair of 10mm wide silver bead earrings like the ones I wear all the time from Tiffany's. I couldn't afford the real deal but, these should be just as nice even thought the picture is a little wonky...

This giveaway will be until May 15, 2011 and is open to ALL readers in the USA! I will pick the winner via Excel/random.org. Here are the rules: become a follower in Google (if you aren't already) and leave a comment on this post letting me know what your favorite thing about 260 Days, No Repeats is. Don't forget to add your email so I can contact you! For bonus entries:

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FBFF: Spring Trends

 What are the top 5 Spring trends that you are looking forward to seeing/sporting this season?

1. Wide Leg Pants - I have learned to appreciate skinny pants and jeggings as much as the next girl but, my first love is a wide leg pant! This is definitely the trend that I am most excited for.
2. Animal Print - I feel like animal prints are one of the spot on trends every other season which in my mind makes them more classic than anything else.
3. Longer Skirts - I wasn't sure that maxi dresses would work for me but, I have found ways to make that happen and they are so comfortable and easy I don't know why I ever questioned it.
4. Bright Colors - This is one trend that I am more excited to see other people wear although, I'm sure I could rock the coral color that everyone is loving!
5. Stripes - I feel the same way about stripes that I do about animal prints, you hear about them every other season especially with all the nautical stuff that was going on last spring and before that... classic!

I think it might be time for another "You've Got This" Week... What spring trend are you most excited about?

The Lost Days

March 9, 2011 

Honestly, this was sooo long ago that I can't remember anything about the outfit or why I picked it out. It's just another day, where I wear clothes...

• Top: maroon sweater, ABStudio via Mom with a white tank top underneath for the modesty
• Bottom: black and white tweed skirt, thrifted/no tag
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Nine West; black headband, CVS; black belt, New York & Company; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; black Spy Bag, Fendi (not pictured)

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, and here.

March 10

I felt like I was really pushing the envelope when I put this outfit together or at least I was trying to... Mixing brown and black?! Madness! And look at the craziness corsage on my shoulder. It was really hard to keep the skirt hiked up even with the belt. In theory it was a good ensemble in reality, it didn't play out so well but, you live and you learn.

• Top: aqua corsage embellished top, Vera Wang 
• Bottom: brown and orange tweed pencil skirt, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Candies via Kohl's; black belt, New York & Company; gray tights, We Love Colors; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here and here.

March 11

This was the beginning of Friday as skinny pant day. Since I can't wear jeans anymore on the regular I needed to find someway to differentiate the end of the week from the start of the weekend; this seemed like the obvious choice. It also worked well for the events of the day, as well as, the night. Transitioning fantastically from work to dinner then drinks and birthday festivities for a dear friend until sunrise... 

• Top: black and white print dress, White House Black Market; black long cardigan, New York and Company
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: red patent leather flats, Payless; black belt, New York and Company; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; black Spy Bag, Fendi

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 14

Happy Belated Birthday to BF!! Not that I didn't say it a million times that day but, you don't know that... The fun thing we did the celebrate his special day was nothing. I came home a little early from work with a cake (surprise) then we sat around and watched TV. He was so in his element and loving every minute of it! 

• Top: red embellished t-shirt, Van Heusen outlet (same shirt different color here); tank top underneath for the modesty; black blazer, Ann Taylor via Melissa
• Bottom: black and white tweed pencil skirt, Isaac Mizrahi for Target via The Unique Thrift Store/birthday gift from Mom
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Nine West; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, and here.

March 15

Happy Belated Birthday to my Daddy! Not that I didn't say it a million times that day but, you don't know that... I'm big on birthdays, you know should know that by now! My father was more than happy to appease me and come to dinner at a restaurant of my choosing, Puerto Rican cuisine is his favorite so I searched for a truly authentic place and found one not to far from the house. They also had karaoke and salsa! That combined with excessive amounts of mojitos and sangria made for a fantastic birthday night. He had fun as well!

• Top: orange crochet neck blouse, LOFT (same shirt different color here, here, here, and here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty;  khaki safari jacket, LOFT(same jacket different color here and here)
• Bottom: dark gray Hudson Wide Leg Pant, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; turquoise and Swarovski crystal earrings, mall Kiosk in California; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 16

Day after birthday celebration Iris was wishing she had never heard of sangria or maybe just wishing she had paid attention to the mental curfew she has set for herself. Dragging myself out of bed that morning was NO fun. The entire day was a count down to the moment I could head home and a shower and my bed if you couldn't tell from the look on my face. 

• Top: yellow ruffle collar shirt, LOFT;brown houndstooth jacket, LOFT
• Bottom: brown pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, Aldo via Re/Dress NYC; multi-stone tiered earrings, handmade in Peru/local store; purple tote bag, Coach outlet 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 17

The shower and sleep helped so much, don't you think? On St. Patricks Day, I did wear the traditional green and after work fled the city to avoid all the people who had been drinking since 8:00 in the morning. On the 5:40 train I found some of them passing out already, mostly the high schoolers... silly youngins'

• Top: green dress, Hayden-Harnett; khaki blazer, Talbots
• Shoes & Accessories: gray pumps, Steve Madden; brown belt, New York & Company; coin pearl/stone necklace and coin pearl earrings, borrowed from mom; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

March 18

This was another charity Friday, my company raised money for relief efforts in Japan. There was a good turnout we sent lots of support their way!

• Top: blue and white polka dot shirt, Old Navy (same shirt different color here and here)
• Bottom: denim jeggings, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 23

Guys it rain/snowed on this day. I remember because I busted out the winter boots again. I mean seriously snow in March... LAME!

• Top: black, gray, and red argyle sweater, New York & Company;  white polka dot button down, Merona for Target
• Bottom: black knit pants, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black Madison Heights Tall Boots, Timberland via Zappos; red coral earrings, mall kiosk in California; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 24

There was Westchester County Restaurant Week last week so I stayed on the train a little longer coming home after work and headed up to a little town on the river to have some gourmet eats with my GF. It was a lovely and delicious!

• Top: black sweater dress, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for modesty
• Shoes & Accessories: silver hardware embellished flats, Preview via Nordstrom Rack;   teal tights, Comfort Choice/Christmas gift from Cousin V (on sale here); semi precious stone necklace, V-ta jewelry; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach outlet 

March 25

This is the last forgotten day! I'm excited that now I'm all caught up but, at the same time am realizing that this is the last day of Year One and I haven't started wrapping it all up at all... there is so much work ahead!

• Top: red button down shirt, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for the modesty; black long cardigan, New York and Company
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories:  black and white ruffled snake print flats, Coconuts via DSW; black belt, New York and Company; gray shell earrings, gift from BF's mom; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured)

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.