Punkin' Pickin'

Last week, one of my 1st graders was constantly talking about how excited he was to do some "punkin' pickin."  I guess I couldn't get that out of my head, because I had a major itch to pick some pumpkins as well!  With a bit of sunshine and warmth in the air, we hopped onto our (super amazing) new Genuine Buddy, and found a great little place in our area.  

One little pumpkin, too many nachos, and some alpaca-petting later, we rode home with the wind in our faces.  A perfect Sunday...

Sunglasses: Loft

Broach: Flea Market

T-shirt, Bag, Scarf & Flats: Gap 

Angle Zip Legging Jeans: Gap

Button Down: Urban Outfitters

A Warm Autumn Work Day

 On the best Autumn days, it's crisp and sunny, and we've been fortunate to have several of those days this past week.   I pulled this look together last Wednesday for work with a few things in mind: an important meeting, lots of walking, and it was fairly warm outside.  I'm thrilled with the simplicity of this outfit, but love that it feels so "me."

Button-Down and Cropped Pants: Gap

Blazer: Banana Republic

Necklace: J.Crew

Flats: Chinese Laundry

Scooting Around

Over the weekend, Erik and I scooted around town (yes, we got a scooter!!!) and had a blast.  Our errands included a trip to his new office to drop off some books and do a little decorating.  He started working at a new firm at the beginning of September.... and although he didn't move into a new building in Philly, he moved up a few floors and has some fantastic views.

By the way, this outfit is one of my favorites in a long time... which means, I wore it all. weekend. long.

Sweater: J.Crew

Vintage Bag: Coach

Flats: Chinese Laundry

Zipper Jeans & Blouse: Gap

6th Anniversary

Celebrating tomorrow with a dinner date tonight.  6 years down, the whole rest of our lives to go.  xo

Clutch: H&M

Dress & Belt: Gap

Watch: Michael Kors

Shoes: Chinese Laundry

My Boy and Me

Happy St. Patrick's Day!  My day has been filled with running errands, and so wearing something comfy felt perfectly appropriate.  I was going to break out the summer sandals, but decided to bring my big Brown with me for the day, and this boy certainly doesn't want to walk around town with his momma in wedges.

(How cute is his John Deere bandana!?)

Jacket & Flats: Gap

Pendant: Ross Simons

T-shirt: Zara

Skirt: H&M

Since it's March

I figured that since it's the first day of March and hitting over the 50 degree mark, it was safe to ditch the tights.  I pulled out my favorite ballerina skirt, and kept the rest really basic.

This skirt is without a doubt, one of my favorite items of clothing.  I always look at it and think about all of the options I have, but when it comes to actually wearing the thing, I keep playing it a little safe.  How would you wear this skirt?  Perhaps with a printed oxford?  Tucked or belted?  Layered?  With a t-shirt or blazer?  I need some ideas, people!

Navy Flats: Steve Madden

Sweater & Skirt: H&M

Sunglasses: Loft Outlet

Necklace: Guess Outlet

Earrings: Macy's

T-Shirt: Target

A Nice Blouse

When I wore my new H&M top to work yesterday, I had one student in particular who just loved it.  I couldn't stop laughing because he kept admiring it and asking if it was silk.  

It is a very nice blouse, I must admit.  Not silk, but oh well.

Blouse, Trousers & Scarf: H&M

Necklace: Macy's

Navy Flats: Steve Madden

Gold Watch: Michael Kors

I Promise

I am such a disappointment on the weekdays.  Seriously.  All of my outfits are based solely on comfort and nothing else.  Definitely bad for a fashion blog.  No heels with this outfit?  COME ON... what was I thinking? 

I'll tell you what I was thinking... I was thinking about the 1000 different things on my to-do list.  I was thinking about how much I needed coffee at this super early hour.  I was not thinking about what a disappointment my outfit was.

Tomorrow, I promise to try harder.  Seriously.

 Blazer: H&M

Watch: Thrifted

Earrings: InPink

Dress & Tights: Gap

Flats: Urban Outfitters

Garnet Necklace: Gift from Prague

A Gift from InPink

A few months ago I signed up for a giveaway through the lovely blog, Adored Austin.  Indiana was partnering with InPink, and I was lucky enough to win a gift card through her blog!  

I ended up taking far too long to choose my gift, because InPink has so many adorable pieces of jewelry!  Last week I finally decided on something simple and classic, these sterling silver double drop cubic zirconia earrings.  Thanks so much, InPink!

Watch: Thrifted with band replaced

Blouse & Scarf: H&M

Jeans & Flats: Gap

Earrings: InPink

Bracelet: Loft

*InPink is not a sponsor of my blog, I'm just thrilled to win a lovely gift from them and happy to share it with all of you!

A White Basic

I got super stressed at work on Thursday, so I decided that some emergency retail therapy was necessary for my well-being.  I have been loving H&M's selection this season, so I stopped in and found this dress for $17.95!  I loved it so much, I just had to get a black one and a white one.  They are cotton, comfy, and perfect for layering in so many ways.  I'm also a sucker for the zipper up the back and the 3/4 length sleeves.

Dress: H&M

Necklace & Bracelet: Loft

Shoes & Bag: Urban Outfitters

Watch: Michael Kors

Before the Dress

Before I changed into the mustard dress for our "family photo" on Saturday, I wore the same shirt in the morning for a quick trip to the farmer's market.  Nothing fancy, just a little "I just hopped out of bed" outfit for some local produce.

Shirt: Urban Outfitters

Cropped Jeans: Gap

Moccasins: DSW

The Best I Can Do

Well, a few pics from grocery shopping over the weekend is about the best that I can do.  I've been sick with a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad cold.  It really is the worst.  And you know what my doctor said?  "Well, there's only one group of people who are exposed to more germs than us doctors.  Teachers." 

Yup, it's been a few terrible, horrible, no good, very bad days.

 Dress: H&M

Sweater: J.Crew

Glasses: Warby Parker

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

 Wooden Necklace: Target

Bumblebee

On Friday, perhaps I went a little overboard on "bright and cheery."  The sun finally returned, after days of rain, and I was in high spirits.  With a mustard t-shirt and striped pencil skirt, a co-worker mentioned that I was dressed like a bumblebee.  I've decided to take that as a compliment!

Blazer & T-shirt: Gap

Skirt: Talbots

Shoes: J.Crew