oh for the love of stripes

striped blazer - old navy (similar) | scarf - charlotte russe (similar) | tee - target | jeans - old navy | booties - steve madden (similar)

I think I'm winning the how many days in a row can a blogger blog about stripes contest that doesn't actually exist.  But it should.  I would totally win!  Honestly, when I saw the trend spin linkup content for this week I perked up because I love these link ups where you get introduced to new bloggers and make new internet buddies.  But a legit excuse to style stripes other than every day wear?  Hells yes, my friends.    For whatever reason this gem of a blazer has sat in my closet unworn all winter.  It's made of sweatshirt material people, I don't know what I was thinking!  

This scarf - let me just explain my love for thee.  I purchased this at Charlotte Russe after I missed out on this years Zara Blanket Scarf.  I was so mad I couldn't get my hands on it and although this scarf isn't a square like the Zara one it is surely huge enough to be of blanket warmth and comfort.   The colors contrast perfectly with the navy and white stripes.  

Linking up with The Trend Spin  gals Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas 

not so original

shirt - old navy, similar // jeans - old navy // shoes - gifted, similar // bag - relic, similar

Happy Thursday friends!  We've survived the better part of this week; well, almost.   I don't know about you but I'm getting increasingly annoyed and frustrated with my ole' winter clothes.  So much so I'm welcoming 50 degree weather the next day or so with open arms, even if it is short lived.  Spring, are you out there? 

I hope you all agree that it's perfectly acceptable to wear flannel into spring.  Especially around these parts where the temps fluctuate drastically.  I'm still obsessed with plaid and even though I have a style in a lighter springier hue I still reach for this one.   The red gets me every time! 

As we enjoy the melt down stay dry puddle jumping!

Tackle it Thursday! 

REMIXED: all the plaid

coat, shoes & plaid shirt - old navy // jeans - gap (ON SALE!) // bag - kate spade

On days off or weekends I tend to grab the most comfortable pieces and head out the door.   Most of the time that is boyfriend jeans and some kind of loose fitting top.  My favorite striped sweater or a button down of some kind.  I've been reaching for this flannel plaid shirt because it's soft and cozy and fits really well.    I love the unexpected pattern mix of the plaid an leopard.  

I wore this Friday for my errands.   I decided last minute to take Friday off to have a long weekend (My office is closed today).  You may have seen on Instagram that I slightly changed up my hair, too!   Saturday I spent a lot of time with good friends laughing and planning for St Patrick's Day and all that entails.   Sunday is a good day for laundry and relaxing and today my mom and I are going out for lunch.  

Did you have a good weekend?

I'm linking up with Lauren for Mix It Monday

you can call me obsessed

dress - gap // vest - charlotte ruse, similar // boots - shoemint // spike bracelet - siramara // charm - alex and ani

Alright, so I'm wearing out my plaid and fur this season.  Please tell me I'm not the only one!!?! 

I cannot stop wearing all types of flannel and plaid and of course my faux fur.  With how bitter cold it has been it's been a darn necessity!   I scored this dress big when Gap was having their sale plus 40% off.  LOVE the plaid colors here, so versatile and it was one of the last pieces I purchased before the great budget halt. 

And yes, if you're wondering I froze my cha-ching off taking these snaps while I muttered under my breath "oh the things I do for this blog".    I hope I'm not alone there either... 

I'm feeling bold in my new 30 skin - yesterday at work I wore a very Carrie-esque outfit that will hit your eyes soon and I've got some bold things coming up.  Why do we put limits on our wardrobes per season?   Who says florals aren't for all year round, or that you can't wear bold colors in wintry months or the token "no white after labor day".    I could go on for hours with what you aren't allowed to do in fashion.  Who made up those rules?  During this challenge where I'm not spending any money on clothes I really want to try and break those rules.   

Are you into rule breaking?  What trends are you obsessed with right now?

snow!

poncho - ny&co, similar / shirt - old navy / jeans - gap / boots - ugg

As I wait for a crippling snow storm I'm happy to be home safe with no where to go tonight and a prayer for a snow day from work!  

Can we talk about this poncho for a sec? Yeah? Ok, cool - I love this thing.  I got it on super clearance a few Christmas' ago (we always shop the day after Christmas!) and it's so versatile and classic.  It's like wearing a blanket, it's so cozy!  

I also love this plaid top -it's the perfect flatter to loose ratio and it's on sale right now.  Go, go now. 

Happy Hump Day 

copy cat

blazer - h&m, similar // plaid shirt - american eagle, similar // skirt - marshals, similar, similar // tights - target // shoes - solesociety

When I saw Cathy at Poor Little It Girl wear this outfit last week I was inspired to pull out my own glittery number to recreate the look.   See, when I'm not shopping as much for new things I tend to copy a lot more of what I see around verses recreate looks with new pieces I've just acquired.  This helps keep my closet feeling fresh.    I cannot tell you the last time I wore any of these pieces.  This navy blazer? What a classic!  But, there is sat.  This sequined skirt?  I thought maybe too bold or crazy for the office.  Well I pulled it off.   With no less than 10 strange looks from co-workers.   I'm rather liking this remixing game ;)