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April 30, 2013

Polka Dot Pop

I actually took outfit pics yesterday, can you believe it? I can't seem to find any extra time in the day with this insane schedule I'm keeping, but hopefully it will get back to normal soon. Or maybe this is my new normal. That's a consideration that I'm not sure I'm 100% ready for, but I've been ok with it for the last 4 months or so. Maybe this is what it takes to be successful and to make things happen for yourself, who knows.

Onto the outfit! We have totally bipolar weather here in Dallas. It's 88 one day and then 50 the next day. I'm completely over my fall/winter wardrobe, so I've prepared myself with a spray tan and about 15 new pairs of shorts and skirts. The J.Crew Factory sale got me over the weekend with a 50% off coupon on the entire store. Of course, I was too busy to go myself, so I sent my poor mother with my credit card and her iPhone and we shopped that way. How lame. I can't even enjoy weekend shopping! ARGH!

Top: Factory Polka-Dot Popover

Skirt: Factory Linen Cotton Mini

Necklace: Factory Multicolor Chandelier Necklace

Heels: Christian Louboutin Simple 120

Bag: Louis Vuitton Pouch 26

Belt: Target

xoxo,

sarah

April 2, 2013

What I've been up to lately....

Hey chickens! I have been a stone cold loser for the past couple months, but I wanted to give you some substantiated evidence as to why. You may then decide whether you love or hate me at that point and I will take the beating!

I've only mentioned a couple times on the blog that I love renovating homes. I purchased an O.G. 1964 ranch back in May of last year and decided to pull the trigger on a full on renovation about two months ago. Between my weight gain from eating cheeto's every day since, and the pain of living in my bedroom for two months, my labor of love is finally complete. I put it on the market and four hours later, I had a full price offer. I may start calling myself a real estate investor. Doesn't that sound fancy? My outfit posts are also to include a token blue tooth earpiece that I wear from the time I get up until I go to sleep, because I'm that important. NOT. C'mon y'all! You don't think my J.Crew addiction has faded away do you?

Anyways, I really hope you enjoy these before and after pics and let me know what you think. I'm already on to the next one, but will not, under any circumstances be living in it. Kiss kiss!!

xoxo,

sarah

February 19, 2013

MIA

So, I've been majorly MIA and suck at life and blogging. I'm renovating two houses, am busier than ever at work, and have gone without hot water for a solid week. Needless to say, this has all culminated in the perfect storm of shitty blogging conditions. I managed to eek out a few photos today after an emergency trip to J.Crew last week. I hadn't been shopping in weeks and felt that I should reward myself with a little present for my troubles. I got this super adorable tweed- front tee and have about a thousand outfits ideas for it.

Miss y'all!! Thanks for hanging in there with me! I can't wait til things calm down and are back to normal.

Top: J.Crew Tweed-front Tee in Navy

Button Down: H&M

Pants: J Brand Maverick Skinny Cargo

Bag: Alexander Wang Emile

Heels: Banana Republic Mad Men Collection, new version

Bracelets: Stella and Dot Renegade Cluster, J.Crew Classic Pave' Link, Banana Republic

xoxo,

sarah

January 25, 2013

Quick Work Look

I was in a hurry to get to the office a few days back, so I didn't have much time to primp. I threw my hair up in a pony and put together this quick outfit for an early business meeting. Happy Friday!!

Jacket: The Limited, old but similar

Top: J.Crew Factory Stripe Silk Popover

Pants: Old Navy, similar at Factory for $29.99!

Heels: Banana Republic Mad Men Collection, identical version from BR

Ipad Cover: Kate Spade Mani Pedi Ipad Folio

Necklace: J.Crew Factory Brass Plated Crystal Necklace

Belt: Hermes Vintage Logo Belt

Bracelets: J.Crew Classic Pave Link, Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster, vintage Hermes Kelly Bracelet , Kate Spade Hinge Bangle, Banana Republic, similar

xoxo,

sarah

January 22, 2013

Black and Blue

I mentioned in my last post that I was really loving the combination of different shades of blue and black. I will have to be honest and say that my Olivia Palermo obsession has fueled the fire and given me tons of inspiration on both color trends and different silhouettes. In my Pinterest folder, I focused on this pin for inspiration. I love the colors, obviously, and the full skirt paired with the tweed jacket.

Since I had to attend our national sales meeting and it was freezing cold outside, I paired my tweed jacket ($15 at Marshall's!) and high waist skirt with tights and boots, rather than bare legs and heels. The grey from my boots and vintage belt was the perfect color to pull it all together. I also awarded myself Best Dressed at our meeting, just in case you were wondering ;)

Jacket: Monteau Los Angeles via Marshall's, great option

Top: H&M

Skirt: J.Crew Stripe Taffeta Mini, old but here is a version from French Connection for $17!!

Bag: Valentino Rockstud Single Handle Bag

Boots: Zara (old) awesome Sole Society version for $40!!

Belt: vintage Christian Dior

Tights: Target

Bracelets: J.Crew Classic Pave' Link, Kate Spade, Banana Republic, Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster Bracelet

xoxo,

sarah

January 17, 2013

Black Watch

I found this Black Watch plaid jacket on one of my many Target expeditions a few months back. I had been eyeing one from J.Crew, but because of the ratio of #'s of wear vs. price, it didn't really make sense. When I love a piece, but it's pattern or print is pretty distinct, it's not something that I will choose to wear very often, simply because it's too distinct. At $25, this blazer was at a great price point for me, plus the details were an added bonus. The pop of tangerine under the lapel and the seersucker print cuff lining sold me immediately. It's wool and warm, which I appreciate in the arctic temperatures we are having here in Dallas. This particular plaid is rather versatile since it has both navy and black, so I can play off either color. I'm having a love affair with navy and black right now, and can't believe that I didn't gravitate towards it earlier. Those age old "rules" of fashion, i.e. white after Labor Day, patent leather in the summertime, and black and navy is a no-no just don't apply to me anymore and I am so glad they don't!