Way Back Wednesday

Here is another dose of photos that somehow got lost in the mix. 

These were taken a few months ago, again obviously back when the weather wasn't so hot and sunny. 

I was one of the lucky few shoppers who was able to score a few Missoni for Target pieces before they all sold out (or were put on Ebay by evil monsters!)  These shorts were by far my favorite item. They are a little big but insanely comfortable and surprisingly enough, they have been really easy to style. 

Shorts: Missoni for Target

Cardigan: Urban Outfitters

Boots: Steve Madden

T-Shirt: Target

I got this nail polish from Forever 21. Cheap and fun! It took about 3 layers to get the sparkle effect that I was hoping for but it stayed on for a lot longer than expected. This polish also looks fantastic layered over other nail colors or worn on just the tips. (I did that to my sister's nails- gold tips to mint colored nails- looked amazing!!)

 Put a little glitter in my life and the possibilities seem endless!

Looking back now, I really wish I would have taken the time to post this look a few months ago because it is undoubtably one of my favs! It has all the elements that make me insanely comfortable and happy. 

Only downfall---- wearing boots with buckles with my crochet tights = lots of snags and holes! ooppss... sorry about that  fashion fail!

Shoe of the Week

When I was a little girl I would go into my mom's closet and try on all of her shoes. (yes, the obsession began at an early age)

Sadly my sister and I were banned from the heels after one too many falls down the stairs,  but that still left the flats and wedges. 

One of my favorite pairs to wear in my mom's closet were these navy mini-wedges that were in the exact same material as these Steve Maddens. So when I saw these I immedately had a flashback to being six and pretending to be a grown up in heels... now I'm wearing grown up heels and wishing I was six again. 

What? Steve Madden 'Syren'

Where? Steve Madden, Nordstrom

How Much? $100

These wedges would be great for a girl like me who prefers a boot over a sandals, but knows that her piggy toes need to breath in the summer. 

I would wear these with dresses and cropped pants in the summer and would wear them all the way thru fall with fun tights. 

I am loving the coral color because I see the most options with items I already own.  If you are going to spend a 100 bucks on a pair of shoes you need to be able to wear them more than one way.  It is awesome that they offer these in basic black and tan, but for a daring girl who loves a pop of color, the turquoise color is fantastic!

I will be adding these to my "must watch" list, where I wait until the shoes I love are dirt cheap! My best advice for other shoe lovers is to make a Watch List.... this way you can wait until the shoes are on sale or until a coupon code is available. Just takes a little patience.

all images via Nordstrom.com

Jean Jacket

When I was getting ready for this year's spring and summer I knew I had to find one thing for my closet....a cute jean jacket.

For years I resisted the classic wardrobe staple because I thought "just say no to the Canadian tuxedo" (ya know, jean jacket + jeans= denim overload)

But the more I stretched my mind I realized there are many other ways to wear a jean jacket. Duh. It was like a lightbulb went off over my head and the hunt was on! I was on the hunt and a few months back found the perfect one at American Eagle. I was patient and waited for a sale.... but this baby is worth full price. 

Makes me feel like I am a kid again. All I need is a side pony tail in a scrunchee and some puffy paint or flower patches on my coat.  

Sometimes the best outfits are the ones that are kept simple.

Jean Jacket: American Eagle

Dress: American Eagle

Boots: Steve Madden "Pembrook"

(Please forgive all the wrinkles--- This is how I look after an 8 hour workday and an hour long commute. Wrinkles at their finest!)

Best part of this dress is the back detail. The zig zag elastic shows just enough skin for a hot summer day. And for any girls out there who tan, it would give unique tan lines!!! 

Shoe of the Week

This week's shoe proves that if you show me something enough I will end up loving it. 

When I first saw this shoe in the store I thought 'ew'... as simple as that.  However, it has been popping up in emails and on every shoe site that I visit. 

Here and now I have to admit that I am hooked. Sad to say that it has beat me down and now I officially like this shoe. 

It has everything I love in a shoe... some studs mixed with a little sparkle.. a touch of leopard all thrown together in a comfy flat... it is the perfect recipe for awesome.  I'm sold. 

And if you aren't sold... give it a few days... it sinks in. I promise. 

What?  Steve Madden 'Studly-L' Flat

Where? Steve Madden, Nordstrom, Zappos, Endless 

(pretty much everywhere)

How Much?  $100

And for those slightly less adventurous out there. 

It also comes in solid black, gold and silver.

all images via Nordstrom

Birthday

Happy Birthday to Me!!!

#26. Today is the day that I start feeling old. I would love to say that I looked in the mirror this morning and saw my first grey hair, but who am I kidding?! I found one of those when I was back in high school. Instead I looked in the mirror and thought... here is to another awesome year! Gotta stay positive.

Instead of feeling old today I decided to keep it young. My day was filled with streamers and balloons, popsicles and a giant cookie cake. I am one lucky girl.  

I thought I'd be a little fancy today and gasp-- I wore sparkles. If there is ever a time that you can get away with wearing a full sparkle jacket, it is on your birthday! I paired it with a lace top, wide leg jeans and my favorite Steve Madden booties. 

Bobbins stole the show, while Buttons got a little camera shy. 

*jeans: American Eagle

*blouse: Aerie

*jacket: Kardashian line for Sears

*booties: Steve Madden "Pembrook"

*bracelet: JCrew- gift from Brian

Birthday Wishlist

Sometimes it is just fun to make a birthday wish-list. I would buy myself all of these treats if I could. 

1.  Steve madden flat $100--- I love any pair of shoes that sparkle, but on a recent trip to Nordstrom, these loafers caught my eye. 
2.  Sam Edelman flat heels, $110 --- As a soon to be "shoe of the week" these sandals will defentily be in my closet before summers end. 
3.  Marc by Marc Jacobs marc jacobs jewelry, $28 --- This bracelet comes in a bunch of different spring colors and would look great stacked on my wrist. 
4.  Marc by Marc Jacobs rose gold heart ring, $55 --- I love this delicate ring for my index finger. 
5.  Tarte mascara, $19 --- My favorite mascara!!! 
6.  Nail lacquer, $15 --- This will be a treat to myself for my birthday. It is little beads for your nails. The effect is extremely unique and cool. 
7.  Marc by Marc Jacobs Spectacle Iphone 4g Case, $38 --- I asked my awesome sister for this for my birthday. If she goes a different route, I will be buying this myself. I need a new case and what is cuter than those glasses?!

Flashback to Fur

I am dreaming of days when I can again wear fur trimmed cardigans... It is too damn hot out there already. And yes I know it is only going to be 80 today.  That is hot enough!  

I think it is time for me to move farther north. Wonder if Alaska has any room for me and all my shoes. 

I don't know if I really need to say that these photos are from a few months ago... but there ya go... they were back from when the weather was colder and wearing a fur collared cardigan wouldn't make you sweat your butt off. 

I found this cardigan at Ann Taylor Loft on Fashion Night Out. I was there with my friend Rachel and when I put it on I could see it on her face that she actually liked how it looked - not just a smile and pretend you like it- sort of response. A friend can always tell. 

As much as I loved it that first night I kept my bank account in mind and decided to wait for a good sale. Which is exactly what I did and any girl can agree that buying something half off makes the sweater you once liked into a sweater that you LOVE!

My kitten Bobbins also loves this sweater and I found his dragging it around the apartment as if it was a rabbit he had just killed. Needless to say, it (and all my other fur items) are now locked away in a closet where he can't reach them. Silly Bobbins. 

But since Bobbins adored this cardigan so much, I thought it only fitting to wear it with my Old Navy cat blouse. 

I am and will always be a crazy cat woman who will buy any item on clothing as long as there are cute cats on it.   What can I say?...I am obsessed. 

Side-note--- these Pembrook booties from Steve Madden have been my go-to bootie for the winter and now spring months. In hindsight I really should have suede protected them because they are really starting to show signs of wear, but I love them so much! After putting insets in them, they have served as the most comfortable heeled bootie I have ever owned. (Plus you can't see it here but the opening totally makes your ankles look super tiny!) I highly suggest you all run out and get them now that they are on clearance!

*jeans: American Eagle

*blouse: Old Navy

*cardigan: Ann Taylor Loft

*booties: Steve Madden "pembrook"

My Hunger Games

While all of the other kids were off drinking this weekend, I was spending my day online shopping and creating Hunger Games trend boards. I am a nerd. 

Makes me really really miss making trend boards back in school. It might have been my favorite part of the design process. 

I love to clip photos an arrange them in a way that shows exactly what inspires me. 

Here is just a little more proof that at times I wish I was Katniss... well except for the whole her having to fight to save her life thing. That part wouldn't be fun. But the clothes... that would be fun. 

• First of all if I had the extra money just sitting around I would spend it on this amazing Vivienne Westwood coat. If i put it on I can guarentee that I would never take it off. 
• My boots! Comfortable... I highly suggest them to anyone. 
• How cute are those bracelets?! If you have read the books then you know how sweet it would be to give those bracelets to someone.
• The pin and earrings would be fun to doll up a dull outfit. 
• I need to hunt down that nail polish set. Every color is perfectly selected. 
• That braid!!! I need to learn to braid like that!!!

My Hunger Games by buttonsandbobbins featuring dot jewelry

Vivienne Westwood genuine leather jacket, £659
Steve Madden strap shoes, $136
Pin jewelry, $46
newburycomics.com - Hunger Games - Deluxe Replica Arena Jacket (S), $130