'Twas 84º...

and FIIINALLY the temperature has cooled down! Following a week of 100s, I think today was well-deserved.

Also, if it could just be like this everyday, that'd be great.

I almost threw a meme in here but decided this picture would be even better:

You just never know what you're going to find when thrifting! I'd say this is a downside (only because I'm not too keen on wearing Pop-tarts) but the upside is a potential J.Crew cutie:

The blue Maritime dress from J.Crew is from a couple years ago, yet I still find it very relevant. Can't wait to wear it for spring, and autumn!

Since I came home for the weekend, my mother and I picked up another score:

Dress: J.Crew//Shoes: Jessica Simpson//Bag: Antonio Melani//Cuff: gifted

Outfit Round-Up

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Shirt: Aeropostale; Shorts: Nike; Shoes: Knock-Off Toms from China

Shirt: Ralph Lauren; Skirt: Gap; Shoes: Born via Dillard's

I need to iron!

Shirt: Banana Republic; Skirt: Gap; Shoes: Lucky Brand via Marshall's

Shirt: Old Navy; Shorts: Loft; Shoes: Decree; Bracelet: Thrifted; Nail polish: Sally Hansen Ruby Sequin 

'Twas 82º...

and the weather is soo fine! Sun-bathing, production-promoting (those two might be opposites) kind of weather! It's so lovely and thank goodness for clear skies as my sister returns to university.

I think back and realize I made some sort of promise to dissolve my stripes obsession.

Yea.

That didn't really work out.

What do you expect me to do? This dress killed me with its back, bow, stripes, AND color. Quadruple whammied - Me.

Dress: Forever21//Shoes: Candie's//Pearl Necklace: gifted//3-Flower Ring: Claire's//Bandeau: Victoria's Secret

'Twas 91º...

and it was so freaking hot why in the world did I even bother putting on clothes?!

Ahh right, because this skirt was too dang cute. I HAD to wear it! Went out with my galpals for a Sunday lunch and ran a few errands before the heat beat us home. Beat as in I felt physically defeated... but thank goodness for the revival from frozen yogurt & ice-cream!

Again with the Ralph Lauren shirt, when will I stop you ask? NEVER.

(Just kitten of course! Hahaha... ha..)

 Shirt: Polo by Ralph Lauren//Skirt: Gap//Shoes: Candie's//Watch: Seiko//Cuff: gifted//Bangle: AE//Flower Ring: Chanel

Spotted this tropical maxi outside of church; it's so on trend & perfect for sunny days! I want to take it to Hawaii asap

Also, met a wonderful Nigerian woman. Traditional tribal clothing is immensely fascinating. I love how fashionable it is while practical; breathable dress with matching head scarf keeps the heat away. She's also just so darling!

IT'S JUST SO FLOUNCY.

'Twas 99º...

On really hot Sundays, the issue arises of how much, or how little, I can get away with wearing to church. For me, it's not as much tradition as I think it is appropriateness. 

Say, going to a black-tie affair, you're not going to show up in jeans and a bikini right?

.. right?

I'm all for breaking free (Zac Efron, High School Musical style of course), but there's a time and place for everything. Or maybe this discussion shall never end. In that case.. 'to each his own'

*the skirt of the moment! Can't stop wearing it ;)

Top: Forever21//Skirt: American Eagle//Heels: Kenneth Cole Reaction//Cuff: gifted//Sunnies: Ray-Ban Wayfarer

Business Casual?

TIP: Wear a dress shirt/button-up shirt as a jacket for those chilly spring mornings and evenings.

Awkward posing begins!

French braids are just as cool as fishtail braids!

Tank- Gap

Shirt- Van Heusen via Dillard's

Shorts- Old Navy

Black Flats- Michelle D. via Dillard's

'Twas 55º...

And, I kid you not, this week has seen rain, sunshine, and snow. Today was another dreary day, and I was determined to brighten myself up! 

As a sprouting collared shirt collector, this is my greatest find to date. I love the vertical stripes and the color! Absolutely perfect for spring&summer.

'Twas 59º...

... and the weather couldn't be more dreary!

Although I love rain, I don't enjoy being caught between a rainstorm and a snowstorm. Felt like it was only appropriate to dress a bit grunge, complete with layers and a rain jacket.

Dress: WetSeal//Chambray: Banana Republic//Belt: vintage//Jacket: Gap//Boots: X-Appeal//Leather Bracelet: Fossil