Rainy Day Tights

Top: Sanctuary similar here (and on sale!)  Tights: Nordstrom Rack similar here  Boots: Frye  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Watch: c/o The Watch Company  Bracelet: thrifted  Rings: Stella and Dot and Tiffany and Co.  Nail Polish: Essie Borrowed and Blue  Lip Color: Maybelline

Last weekend's weather was exactly what I've been waiting for: cold, rainy, and cloudy. As soon as I woke up to a cool wind coming through my windows I knew exactly what I wanted to wear: fleece-lined tights. I remember living in them last winter but forgot how amazingly comfortable these bad boys were until I put them on with my favorite boots. Now that I am familiar with how great they are again, they are obvi going to become a staple in my wardrobe. Sorry I'm not sorry I plan on living in tights this winter. 

Polka Dots

Top: Ann Taylor Factory love this one  Jeans: Zara these on sale!  Shoes: Nine West  Bracelets: Stella and Dot (no longer available) and Alex and Ani here and here and here  Watch: Michael Kors  Sunglasses: Pac Sun

Although we are way past Labor Day, there is a part of me that is not ready to give up white jeans. I think a lot of that has to do with the weather we had last week but there is something so sleek and clean about white jeans. I don't know about you, but I love them. I decided I needed a simple black and white outfit for working in the coffee shop last week and this little number is what I came up with. Sometimes I just feel so fancy when I wear outfits without any color, even if it's just jeans and a t-shirt.

Sweater Balls: How to Remove Them

Top: J.Crew love this one  Shorts: Old Navy  Shoes: Target (old) similar here  Necklace: Banana Republic similar here  Bracelets: Stella and Dot and J.Crew similar here  Watch: Michael Kors  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

I have been in love with this sweatshirt since I ordered it at the beginning of this year, but sadly, I have only pulled it out of the closet a couple of times. The last time I wore it (Night in the Country) I came home and washed it and it was covered in those ugly little sweater balls that appear after wearing something too many times-- and it was probably only the second time I washed it. Not. Happy.

I called my mom after letting it sit around for months and asked her to help me fix it. Did you know those little sweater balls come off easily with a disposable razor and a lint roller? What would I do without mom's little secrets? I now plan on wearing this sweatshirt on the reg.

Taking the Plunge

Top: Old Navy  Scarf: Forever 21  Jeans: Citizens of Humanity  Purse: Kate Spade  Shoes: Shoemint  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: gifted and Stella and Dot  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

On Friday, I mentioned how I've started looking for different ways to incorporate red into my wardrobe. Well, I took the plunge since then and bought my first red piece: this scarf. While it's not 100% red, I kind of love it. It makes me want to pull out my puffy vests and boots and wear it all winter long. But the great news is that it's also really lightweight so it was easy to wear last weekend while it was still uber-hot. I mean, is this summer over yet? I realllllly want to wear layers. 

Now that I have bought my first red piece, I guess I am on a roll. I ordered a dress and bought a shirt earlier this week. It turns out, the dress doesn't fit like I expected so I'll have to send it back, but the red shirt is super cute and this may be my new color obsession. Who knew red was so much fun to wear... yet also so hard to find? Hopefully stores stock up for the holidays soon so I can keep adding to my new collection.

Can't Wait for Fall

Top: J.Crew  Shorts: Lauren Conrad  Hat: J.Crew Factory  Shoes: Shoemint  Bracelets: Stella and Dot here and similar here

After waiting weeks and weeks to finally have an opportunity to wear my new favorite boots, I gave up on the weather and decided to wear them, even though it's still crazy hot outside. I fell in love with these boots about two months ago and was so excited when they arrived on my doorstep. They fit perfectly and I am dying for the temps to drop so I can wear them everyday. Seriously, I may be in them every day.

I also decided to try something a little different and wear a baseball cap with this outfit. I wanted to keep it really simple even with all the bling up top. I always think I look terrible in hats and love how cute they are on everyone else so I scooped this one up while on a work trip a few weeks ago and decided to play with the look. Well, I still think I look stupid in hats but I get an A for effort, right?

Flannel in the Summer

Top: Old Navy (old) similar here  Shorts: Old Navy  Shoes: Shoemint  Bracelets: Stella and Dot and Tiffany and Co.  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

As temperatures are falling (everywhere across the country but here) I am seeing more and more plaid popping up on my  Instagram feed, facebook timeline and in ads all over tv. While I would like to think fall is here, the hot weather is preventing me from wearing flannel and jeans and boots every. single. day. Instead, I decided to switch things up and pair one of my favorite flannel tops with my white shorts to keep the look a little more summery. I also decided to finally wear my new boots that have been staring at me every day for weeks begging to be taken out of the house. I didn't love them when I saw them online but I decided they may be a great way to switch up my look this fall. Well, I have to say, buying them was a GREAT decision. They are suuuper comfortable and I can't wait to pair them with tights and boots and dresses. Now we just need the fall temps to show up and I'll be all set.

Linking up with Bethany today!

Subtle Sparkle

Top: Nordstrom similar here  Scarf: Gap  Shorts: Lauren Conrad  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Shoes: Chinese Laundry love this pair  Watch: Michael Kors  Bracelets: Stella and Dot and J.Crew similar here

Even though temperatures are still in the low 90s these days, I can't seem to get fall looks off my mind. Because of this, I decided it's finally time to start wearing scarves again, even if I have to sweat a little in the process. I wore this scarf last weekend while heading out with mom to get a quick pedicure before flying out to Utah. It was a perfect outfit to go from spa chair to airplane seat, especially because I always get so cold while flying. Between the light sweater I brought on board and this sparkly scarf, I was perfectly set for the crazy changes in temperature. The only thing I wasn't prepared for: ridiculous flight delays.

Casual Date Night

Top: LOFT  Jeans: Citizens of Humanity  Shoes: BCBG Paris  Bracelets: vintage and Stella and Dot  Rings: gifted and Tiffany and Co.  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban  Bag: Urban Expressions

After trying this shirt one with about 100 pairs of pants last week, I finally pulled out my freshly-hemmed (by yours truly) Citizens and opted for a laid-back date look. I originally envisioned this shirt with white shorts or my leather skirt, but decided that it's just as cute when dressed down with a comfy pair of jeans and sandals. 

I originally spotted this top on the LOFT Instagram feed and thought it was just about the cutest shirt I had seen in years. Insta-marketing totally works. I found myself in the store later that day and walking out with this beauty in my bag. 

Have you ever fallen in love with something on Instagram and bought it asap? Please say yes. I hope I'm not alone on this.