Monday, July 11, 2016

Something I struggle with




Blazer- Sears (old)  option   option  option
pants (old)  option   option   option
top JCP (old)  option     option 
necklace gift  option 
earrings JCP  option
pumps - Ann Klein (old)  option  option  option
 
I went pretty conservative and all business with this outfit. I have days at work when this is just more appropriate than wearing a bright color or funky shoes. I still have color with the red blouse, but it's more classic and conservative than even some prints would be.
 
Sorry if you thought because of the title that I'd be sharing some deep dark personal secret. I'm not. I am sharing something personal, but it's not an earth shattering struggle of any sorts. I struggle with journaling, even blogging here sometimes. I have a total lack of things to say and I'm beginning to wonder if I'm boring. I scrapbook as a hobby and to keep my family's memories recorded, but I've gotten way behind. Even when I was current with the scrapbooking, I didn't like journaling. I find it difficult to do that part. If there is a fun story to tell, I can do it, but sometimes the photos speak for themselves and journaling the facts is redundant and boring. And you can bet it's even harder to tell the stories now that I'm about ten years behind.
 
 I certainly don't write witty or personal blog posts either, but I'd like to be a bit more personal. I started researching writing and journaling prompts and how to be a better writer. I hated keeping journals in school when the teachers required it as a class. I didn't keep diaries or journals as a kid. The short period of times I did, I'd go back and destroy them. I have found some interesting and thought provoking prompts, but when I see prompts like "what you had for lunch today" I think "Who cares?" As long as I'm fed and not hungry, who cares what it was? Even things like "list your favorite... color, drink, etc..." sometimes leave me drawing a blank. But when I really think about it, I can come up with a few favorites. So.....
 
I said all that to say that I'm going to try and weave it a few personal bits here and there into my blogging. If you care to know- if not and you just want to see outfit photos, let me know and all will be well. 
 
 I'm going to try a few exercises for the sake of having journaling in my scrapbooks, so I may as well share a few details here. Edye at Graceful Coffee recently shared 30 blog post ideas which are really good if you need some prompts. 
 
 I'll start with a "Currently I'm..." list I found elsewhere.
 
Currently I'm- Reading- I'm not. I don't read much beyond blog posts and Instagram posts. I used to read books, but I stopped several years ago. John Grisham is probably the last author I've read. The last book I bought to read was Ann Voskamp's 1,000 Gifts  and I haven't finished it.
 
Just curious, do you read? Books or ebooks? Do you journal?
 
Thanks for sticking around if you are still reading.
 
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Saturday, July 9, 2016

White out- Saturday shopping

All white


 
Summer is the perfect time for an all white look! It's crisp and cool, or at least it sends cool vibes even when you're having a 108 heat index day like we are today.  Shop the look above and more below. Happy Saturday!



Some more great white pieces on sale today are this Gap linen dress (40% off), fringe tweed shell from Ann Taylor ($25 with discount), white scuba culottes from Macy's and these tie front shorts from Banana Republic ($19.99 with discount).

I've also got a cute white fit and flare skirt from Banana Republic in my Poshmark closet. Make me an offer!

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Friday, July 8, 2016

More summer touches




Blazer- The Limited
blouse-thrifted  option  option
pants- The Limited
shoes- Payless  option  option
earrings- online boutique  option
 
Happy Friday!
 
Today I'm sharing another look that I've made more summer appropriate with a bright colored blouse and peep toe booties. It's very hard to stay cool and look summer appropriate in an office that calls for conservative business wear, but with a few switches your basic dark suits can be worn year round. A bright colored blouse or accessory and lighter shoes are one of the easiest switches to make. What are your tricks for summer work wear?


Did you know that I have some great summer pieces listed in my Poshmark closet?  Come check them out and make me an offer- no reasonable offer is refused. I have a cute white Banana Republic fit and flare skirt that would make someone a great summer piece, a cute cardigan that would look great over this sundress, and this fabulous Loft leopard pencil skirt that all need a good home.
 

Thursday, July 7, 2016

Light and bright




Blazer- The Limited
pants- The Limited
blouse- JCP (old)  option  option
earrings- Cato  option  option
shoes- Payless   option   option  option
 
Going light and bright again with the business wear. It's my feeble attempt to make myself think it's not really 100 degrees outside. But it is and it's hot. Work should be cancelled for the summer.
 
Seriously, chartreuse can be a hard color to play with, but I love it paired with grey. Almost as much as my previous pairing of chartreus and cobalt. I could have chosen grey pumps with this, but I thought the cognac gave this outfit a little more interest. What are some of your favorite color pairings?



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Wednesday, July 6, 2016

Stripes, sunnies and panama




Hat- Old Navy  option  option   option 
Sunglasses- Ray Ban  option option 
earrings- Target (old)  option  option
shirt- Target      option  option
shorts- Old Navy  option   option   option 
shoes- Old Navy  option  option  option
 
I've paired just about all of my favorites in one laid back outfit- stripes, sunnies, panama hat, and boyfriend shorts. One of the easiest outfits ever. Almost like wearing pajamas. And these double strap slide sandals- like slippers but they do nothing to flatter my legs. I really need a little heel on them. Maybe I should replace them with these.
 
Hope your week is going well.
 
 
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