Weekend Trip

Hey kids! Happy Thursday, although it is my Friday. Sorry, I don't mean to rub it in. But what I WILL rub in is that fact that I will be enjoying Arby's beef 'n cheddar for dinner tonight. YUM. Why? Well because the BF and I are traveling to his hometown in Connecticut via BWI this evening. Which begs the question: what to wear when spending a weekend with the BFs rents and not look like you're trying too hard.

Ok maybe that wasn't your first question, but it was mine. So here's a sampling of what I'm packing; keep in mind this is a jeans weekend so I'm only packing tops/sweaters (highs in the 70s!)

Also- send me your Friday Foodday submissions today! You know I won't leave you foodless for the weekend- I'll post tomorrow.

J Crew, Merino Whisper Ruffle Sweater, $49.50
I'd pair this with my sterling silver Tiffany's necklace and this belt:

J Crew, Glimmer Sash, $19.50

Gap, Cozy Rib Hoodie, $34.99
This sweatshirt for after dinner or early morning appearences.

Gap, Shawl Cardigan, $39.99
I love this, its kinda dressy but super comfy. And you can layer with a shirt like this:

Old Navy, Striped boat neck tee, $14.50

Nordstrom, Kische open front cardi, $25.90
I'm kind of obsessed with traveling with these sweaters. There are SO easy and bright; plus you can knot it, belt it, or leave it open. Perfect for a quick weekend trip.

How to Make a Summer Sale Work Now

We've all gotten the emails: Extra 30% off sale, free shipping with orders over $100! I know you've clicked them because I have too. But then you are taken to a sale page with linen pants and heeled sandals. Let's be honest, the prices are great, but how many of us actually buy a bathing suit right now? Right. So let's take one of my favorite sale shops: J Crew and make the summer sale section work for Fall.

Why J Crew? Well because 1. I worked there for 18 months and always got a great discount which I still pine for. and 2. because their regular clothing has gotten so ridiculously expensive (a jacket for $1200? ) So I am forced to only shop the sale section in order to satisfy my craving.

Let's begin:

J Crew, Falling Ruffles Tank, $12.99
You may see a great cotton tank for summer but pair it with these items to make it work through October!

a great denim jacket:

J Crew, Nolita denim jacket, $49.99

And a skimmer chino to complete the look

J Crew, Skimmer pant, $19.99

Wonderful! Next a lightweight cardigan:

J Crew, Sailor Stripe Always Cardigan, $24.99

Let's pair this gem with a matching white shirt and khaki bottom:

J Crew, Drawstring Tee, $9.99


J Crew, Chino Bubble Skirt, $29.99

It's like a nautical sale! I love it.


Ok one more: a gorgeous dress in a fall transition color or neutral (i.e. no pastels)

J Crew, Cotton Cady Caroline Dress, $69.99
The darting on this dress will make ANY figure look amazing, it's perfect for work or play

Pair with a bold cardi and belt it!

J Crew, Featherweight cashmere cardigan, $59.99

J Crew, Double Studded Belt, $39.50
Toughen up this sweet dress and pink cardi with a studded belt!

See, that wasn't so hard. Just start with one piece that you love and make the rest work for you.

Apartment Living

Mixing it up just a little today because I'm trying to avoid shopping online for clothes and shoes. (gasp!) I know, I know- don't be worried, it's just temporary but any little bit of less clicking helps my soul and my wallet.

Why am I being frugal you ask? Well, the BF (he wanted his title capitalized) and I are moving in together! Yay! Very exciting. As I'm sure you know moving is filled with unforeseen costs and charges plus the expected fees like movers, the big grocery shop, etc. So, that is why I'm attempting to curb my online perusing of fashion wants and needs.

That being said, let's have some fun with apartment design today! Woohoo! Here are some of my ideas for the new abode.

Blik, Nessa Headboard, $40
How cool is this vinyl decal headboard?
Ikea, Akurum, $59
Storing shoes is been a source of anxiety for me for years now. I have a lot of shoes, and I don't believe in throwing them in the bottom of my closet. Currently I have an over the door shoe rack which is ugly and very dorm-y. Enter the perfect shoe cabinet! I will be buying a couple of these and having the BF put them on the wall in the bedroom. The I will decorate them with these:

Blik, Iron Vines, $60
I'll put these decals on the cabinet to make the storage artsy and functional


Just Wine Racks, Oenophilia Bali 12 Bottle, $59
It's ok to be so totally jealous of our new wine rack. It pops with color and is modern. Love it.

I love our dinner plates. The orange pops against the yellow (hard to tell in photos). The plates aren't super heavy and best of all they were reasonably priced!









Crate and Barrel, Orange Vista Dinner Plate, out of stock
Crate and Barrel, Loire Yellow Plate, $4.95

Crate and Barrel, Party Tumbler, $0.95
And how could I say no to these glasses? So fun!

Got ideas for me? I'm always looking, let me know!

The Oxford Shoe Trend

Welcome back from the weekend everyone! Hope you all had a relaxing and fun couple of days.

Today we will conquer a very popular trend for fall: the oxford shoe. Now the reason why I'm hesitant about this shoe is because I'm a girly girl. If you haven't already gotten that from the pink background, and 'Barbie' title. The oxford shoe presents an interesting predicament: it's traditionally a flat which I love but it's a men's type of shoe. So let's try to find a happy medium.

Got suggestions on how to wear oxfords?

Target, Taree Oxford Shoe, $19.99
I like these because they have a nice rounded toe; much sweeter than the harsh pointy toe.


Steve Madden, Tastee Oxford Shoe, $49.95
I love these because they're no lace coolness would go perfectly with boyfriend jeans


Steve Madden, Docile Oxford Heel, $69.95
With tights? Yum.

Volatile, Marlena, $62.95
Probably could match with any outfit

Steven, Melanee, $99
And for you brave souls- I had to throw in a colored oxford. Love the detailing on this one, and the wooden sole!