Battling the Winter Blues

Top: The Limited  Sweater: The Limited  Skirt: H&M  Tights: Merona  Boots: Bandolino  Necklace: Similar Style  Glasses: ℅ Firmoo  Bracelets: Alex and Ani  Watch: Michael Kors

Even though I am not a fan of indoor photos, I learned my lesson last time temperatures were this cold. I opted for pictures with an uglier backdrop in order to not lose my fingers. I think it was the right decision.

I love the contrast of the teal necklace and the royal blue of this shirt. I didn't notice it during the morning, but I must have been on a blue kick when I woke up because everything I set out for the day was blue: my gym socks, my sports bra and the shirt you see above. I guess I was inspired by Ashley's Winter Blues post!

Starry

Dress: Material Girl Similar Style  Tights: HUE  Boots: Bandolino  Sweater: J.Crew  Scarf: Merona Similar Style  Watch: Michael Kors

Best four dollar puchase of the week: this scarf. 

I clearly have an obsession with scarves these days. My closet is currently overflowing with scarves and I couldn't be more excited about this newest one. It is really soft and goes with just about everything. I threw it on with this outfit last week during the snowstorm to try and stay warm. I am now counting down the hours until our heatwave later this week.

Indoor Photos: Take Two

Dress: Ya Los Angeles  Tights: HUE  Boots: Bandolino  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot

As I've mentioned before, taking pictures inside is still a struggle for me. But with temperatures (and wind chills!) so low,  I can't imagine standing out in the cold each morning pretending to be warm. Although my pictures are not as great as I'd like, at least I'm warm… and sometimes, that is most imporant. 

The last time I wore this dress,  I paired it with heels and a clutch for a night out. I think it so fun to mix up dresses for the winter and completely change the look.

What do you like better: the dress with tights and boots or the dress with heels? Let me know!

Kirna Zabete for Target

Top: White House Black Market Similar Style  Sweater: The Limited  Skirt: Kirna Zabete for Target  Shoes: Via Spiga  Bracelet: Stella and Dot

Lately I have been very intrigued by the collections coming out of Target. (I am currently anticipating the collaboration with Neiman Marcus that comes out on December 1st.) When I first saw the Kirna Zabete collection at Target, I fell in love. I wanted to buy so many of the pieces because they were so bright and cheerful, yet so affordable! I held off for a few weeks because any routine Target shopper knows that everything goes on sale quickly. 

So, this past weekend, while picking up a few groceries, I stopped by the clearance section in Target. What a goldmine! All of the pieces I fell in love with weeks ago were up to 50% off! I grabbed this skirt in my size and knew I scored! I love this skirt so much and think it may be one of my new favorites! The color is perfect and it amazingly comfortable! I could not be happier with this purchase.

Also, with the crummy weather outside, I have been reading a lot of blog posts about taking indoor photos. I took a stab at some this morning but am not overly impressed with how they turned out. Do you have any secrets to indoor photography? I would love to hear your tips!

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