Weekend Errands

Top: BCBG Maxazria similar here  Jeans: Zara similar here  Shoes: Target  Bag: Lauren Ralph Lauren similar here  Necklace: Baublebar  Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and here and Alex and Ani  Watch: Michael Kors  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

This past weekend was spent unpacking boxes, running errands and catching up with old friends. I spent most of Friday night and Saturday unpacking all of my boxes and then Sunday was spent running around town picking up new tables and little things I needed around the house. We started off Sunday with the washer and dryer delivery, followed up with coffee and crepes at the local coffee shop down the street. After walking back home, we hit the road and visited (what seemed like) every furniture store in town. I could not be more excited about the house finally coming together.

Here are a few shots I took with my iPhone last night:

Yay!

Subtle Sequins

Top: Gossip on 23rd similar here  Sweater: BCBG Maxazria similar here  Jeans: 7 for all Mankind  Shoes: Nine West  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelet: Stella and Dot  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Clutch: Target  Nails: Sally Hansen Plaid About You  Necklaces: gifted and Stella and Dot

It's no secret that I love anything that sparkles and sequins are no exception to that rule. When I came across this sequined boyfriend sweater I knew I had to have it. I went back and forth many times debating between grey and black, but in the end, I am so glad I went with black. It is such a great sweater to dress up or down and I can't even explain how soft (and warm!) it is.

I actually wore this sweater twice this past week because I couldn't get enough of it. Once, was out with friends for a casual night out and once was to work yesterday with some dressier pants. I almost wish I owned this sweater in every color so I had an excuse to wear sequins every. single. day.

Mother Nature Wins Again

Skirt: J.Crew similar here  Top: BCBG Maxazria similar here  Necklace: Stella and Dot  Watch: c/o The Watch Company  Bracelet: Stella and Dot  Shoes: Target  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Some days, I am not sure why I choose to mess with Mother Nature. If you look closely in these photos, you can see raindrops all over my skirt.

I wasn't going to take pictures after looking out the window only to see rain, but as the rain stopped, or so I thought, I decided to snap a few pics before heading to work. Sadly, the rain didn't stop nearly as much as I had hoped. I decided to stick it out and still take the pictures while doing my best to stay dry and keep my hair from becoming too much of a disaster.

Despite my best effort, my hair did not make it through the downpour. No matter how hard I try, humidy and rain always seem to win in the battle of good hair days. 

Little Bit of Love

Top: BCBG Maxazria  Pants: Gap  Shoes: Nine West  Belt: Zara  Bracelet: Stella and Dot  Necklace: Stella and Dot  Watch: Michael Kors  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Earrings: Aldo Similar Style

I bought these earrings about four years ago along with a silver pair that I wore non-stop. I loved these earrings so much but somehow managed to lose one half of the silver pair when I moved to the east coast. Since then, I kind of forgot about them and moved on to my other staple studs.

 Re-discovering these earrings today made me remember how much I used to wear them. I am so glad I did not lose the gold pair as we know how much I am into gold lately. I also love the way the gold stands out against these bright pants. I can't wait to wear this combo more throughout the summer.

It's August!

Top: BCBG Maxazria Similar Style  Skirt: The Limited  Shoes: Jessica Simpson  Necklace: Stella and Dot

Happy August! It is so hard to believe that we are so far into 2012!

I wanted to wear another simple outfit (it seems to be the theme of the week) but decided to dress it up a little with this Stella and Dot necklace. I can't get enough of their statement necklaces! I only own a few but plan on purchasing many more in the future. 

What is your favorite way to wear a statement necklace?

Out on the Town

Top: BCBG Maxazria Similar Style  Skirt: BCBG Maxazria Similar Style  Clutch: Gigee Marie  Shoes: Jessica Simpson  Bracelet: Stella and Dot  Necklace: Stella and Dot

Happy Monday! 

I always think that one of the best ways to face a Monday is to keep thinking about the great weekend you just had. This past weekend, one of my friends had a birthday so we all went out in the city to celebrate. I am a big fan of birthdays and had a great time! We went to dinner downtown and then out for the night on U Street. 

I remembered that a few months ago I bought this leather skirt (a deal too good to pass up!) and had yet to wear it. I knew there would come a time that I would really want a fancy skirt to dress up my outfit. This seemed like the perfect occasion.

What do you think of my birthday outfit?

Staycation

Top: BCBG Maxazria  Shorts: Zara  Shoes: Aldo  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot  Necklace: Stella and Dot

Yesterday was the last day of my staycation. I decided to celebrate the end of a great week with my favorite neon flats and a visit from an old friend. One of my favorite people from school came to visit and I had such a great time catching up with her. Nothing beats sitting around chatting with old friends.

Hope you had a great weekend!

Minty Fresh

Top: BCBG Maxazria Similar Style  Jeans: Zara Other Colors Available  Necklace: Stella and Dot  Shoes: Nine West  Watch: Michael Kors

After a long, long search for mint-colored jeans, I finally found exactly what I was looking for at Zara. I have recently discovered their jeans and fallen in love. (See here and here.) They are so comfortable and come in so many different colors. I have been waiting for them to carry the perfect shade of mint and I was so happy when I stumbled upon these.