Everybody Everywear: Green

I definitely should have gotten a little more creative with this Everybody Everywear post, but I just needed one more excuse to wear these pants again.  

I apologize for the messy wrinkles (it's been a looong day), but I'm not sorry for the putting the pants on repeat.  These things are so soft, I just might wear them to the gym.  (And let's face it, we've probably all seen people wear stranger things on the treadmill.)

Blouse and Pants: Gap

Pineapple Necklace: H&M

Watch: Michael Kors

Heels: Urban Outfitters

Some Spring Staples

I made a quick trip to the mall last week and knew exactly what I was looking for.  I had 2 essential spring needs wants and was waiting for a nice sale.  I love my Perfect Oxford in pink, and after E recently shrunk my other favorite white shirt, I thought this one would be a good replacement.  I also had my mind set on a pair of these soft cropped pants...I'm sure I'll wear 'em to death this spring season!  

Navy Cardigan: Ann Taylor

Sunglasses: Loft Outlet

Perfect Oxford: Gap

Bracelet: Mom's

Khakis: Gap

Flats: Gap

Focus on the Important Stuff

So is it strange for a bride-to-be to have pretty regular nightmares about her big day?  I've definitely had a handful of them since our August engagement, and it's the worst.  Basically, every single one is about the same thing--being unprepared.  In last night's version, my dad refused to get dressed in his suit in time for the wedding and I had to dance with him while he was in a t-shirt and jeans.  Past wedding-related nightmares have included missing flowers, forgotten gown, bad hair, etc.  

I'm going to have to give myself some serious Zen time before bed each night so that I can focus on what this wedding is really about.  You know, love, commitment.. the big stuff.

But seriously, Dad, put the suit on.

Outfit from the Weekend:

Jacket, T-Shirt, Cropped Pants: Gap

Flats: Urban Outfitters

Pearls: Hong Kong

Bag: H&M

Chunky Sweater

Big chunky sweaters aren't always the most flattering thing to put on your body, but there are plenty of other reasons to love them.  This one has a strange short sleeve going on, so it feels a little poncho-like. I had to go with my new favorite t underneath of this thing... along with my favorite black pajamas dress pants.

Sweater & Earrings: Loft

Pants: Gap

T-shirt: Gap

Boots: Macy's

Monday Pants

These pants have quickly become my Monday uniform... mostly for two reasons: 

1. It's relatively warm and I can get away with short pants and no boots.

2. They are just as comfortable as my pajama pants which makes me hate Mondays slightly less than I usually do.

Jacket, Pants, Blouse: Gap

Necklace: J.Crew Outlet

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

The Quick Fix

Did you ever find an outfit you love, and then 2 minutes before you need to be out the door... you find an unsightly tear/stain/snag?  Yep... I hate that.  

This outfit was my quick fix.  Thanks quick-fix outfit, you helped me survive hump day.

Pants, Faux Fur Vest & Sweatshirt: Gap

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Necklace & Earrings: Loft

Watch: MK

What's Black, White and Red All Over?

My outfit, of course!  By the way, I found my wedding dress this weekend!  I can't wait to share the details with all of you... 

Watch: Thrifted, with new red band

Blazer and Cropped Pants: Gap

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Necklace: Forever 21

Blouse: H&M

Feminine and Masculine

My no-brainer work attire typically involves a blazer and my most comfortable brown oxfords.  Unfortunately these favorite items are pretty masculine and I'm finally starting to realize that a balance is definitely necessary. 

I couldn't imagine dealing with high heels today, so I opted for this bold necklace that I found on a Macy's sale rack.  I love love love bold jewelry!  Garish?  Maybe a little... but I still love it.  :)

Blazer, Pants & T-Shirt: Gap

Necklace & Earrings: Loft

Watch: Michael Kors

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

I'm Not Kidding

Ever have a rut with your personal style and all you want to do is wear the same comfy outfit every day?  I've been in that rut for a while now...and wearing Hawaiian-themed pajamas to work just isn't going to cut it.  I wish I could trust E to dress me in the mornings.  Now isn't that a great wish?  A man who you could trust to dress you each morning?  Unfortunately, Erik can't be trusted with much.  In fact, just last night, he recommended photoshopping a giant picture of our cat into our save-the-date photo.  

...aannnnnd, I'm not kidding.

 Blouse: Pins & Needles via Urban Outfitters

Blazer & Pants: Gap

Heels: Urban Outfitters

Watch: Michael Kors

Necklace: Loft

Belt: Target

On Repeat

Today was a busy work day, and I felt compelled to wear something I really love.  My '80s power suit was at the cleaners, so I turned back to this old pic.  Well, it's not really old.  At all.  But I loved the outfit, so I made a few minor changes and walked out the door with a smile on my face.  Two prints that don't match, some bright colors, and my favorite pants?  That's my power suit.

Blazer & Pants: Gap

Shoes: Seychelles

Scarf & Blouse: H&M

Necklace: Loft

St. Peters Church, Philadelphia

Today we took a quick trip across the Delaware River to visit a flea market surrounding St. Peter's Church.  We arrived at the market a little too late to find anything good, but visiting the church grounds was interesting--tomorrow the church is celebrating its 250th year!

Oh, and yes, I'm wearing the ugly pants again...

Pants: Gap

Shoes: UO

Bag: Target

Sweater: H&M

Necklace: Macy's

Those Pants are Wild

Yesterday was my first pay-day since June, so I couldn't resist checking out a good sale at the Gap on my way home from work.  I brought these pants to the register and when the sales associate scanned them all she could manage to say was, "Those pants are wild."  ...But I know polite-girl-speak, and she definitely wanted to say, "Are you crazy?  Don't buy these."  

Sorry girl, I just have to disagree.  I love the color, I love the fabric and (shhh don't tell anyone) nothing beats an elastic waistband.

Blazer & Pants: Gap

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Top: H&M

Necklace: Forever 21

Watch: Michael Kors

For the Kids

Okay, I'll admit it.  I'm guilty of dressing to impress... my students, that is.  I put this necklace on today and knew I'd get some compliments from the kids.  Let's face it, when you're a teacher and you spend all day with little ones, you know what they like!  And when I'm looking through my jewelry in the morning, I often find myself wearing the big/sparkly/shiny things that they usually love.  

So what am I saying?  ....Basically, I trust wholeheartedly in the fashion sense of my Kinder-6th Grade world, and I wouldn't want it to be any other way.

Blazer & Blouse: H&M

Necklace: Macy's

Pants: Gap

Heels: UO