:: Farmer's Market ::

What does one wear to the farmer's market downtown? Well, a pretty Cynthia Rowley blouse and comfortable, breezy pants of course.

::blouse/cynthia rowley, pants/american eagle, sandals/sam & libby via target, bag/coach::

::locket/vintage::

::sunnies/chanel, locket/vintage, jumbo lip pencil/revlon "audacious"::

::details::

::downtown can be very pretty on a sunny day::

No better way to start off Summer than walking through a market, buying goodies from local businesses and supporting your community! 

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:: Meow Mix ::

I received the most amazing sweatshirt for Christmas from none other than my best friend (who truly knows me best) and I've worn it it to death.

::sweatshirt/urban outfitters, camo skinnies/gap, pumps/guess, spike neck/charming charlies {similar}::

::catty details::

::cat ear ring & earrings/urban outfitters, diamond eternity band/vintage::

If you know how I feel about cats, see this post for the little fur ball that has more recently stolen my heart, you can understand why I love this sweatshirt. It's perfect for errands on the weekends or a night out (see outfit above) where I just want to be effortlessly chic. 

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:: Simple Chic ::

I read somewhere that less is more, and I wanted to see if it was true. I still believe more is more but less is nice too! A crisp white collared shirt, skinny dark denim, my standard silver jewels, & some photo-real heels makes a casual work day feel fun!

::shirt/forever21, skinnies/7fam, shoes/aldo {similar}, bag & wallet/rebecca minkoff::

::bracelet/stella&dot, ring & bracelet/tiffany & co, nameplate necklace/baublebar::

::details::

::photo-real details keep this outfit from being a snooze fest::

::matching studded rm wallet for my mini m.a.c.::

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:: Blushing ::

Blush tones have taken over my mind lately, which causes me to pile on rose gold jewelry. Thus the realization that I do not own a single rose gold ring or pair of earrings. That must change.

::blazer/lc lauren conrad for kohl's::

::watch/fossil {similar}, chain link/marc by marc jacobs, bracelet/urban outfitters::

::details::

This blazer combined with the rose gold details is sure to be worn over and over again, I've noticed all but one blazer is LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl's. She just gets them right and the colors are always perfect, it's not wonder I lover her so much.

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:: Rough & Tumble ::

I love when the perfect mix of trends come together in an easy outfit that doesn't seem like a desperate attempt at getting dressed. This outfit was just that, I was dying to pair some heels with these boyfriend jeans but alas the weather, with the icy snow made that hazardous to my well being.

::sweatshirt/express, boyfriend jeans/gap, watch/michael kors {similar}, loafers/kohl's {similar}, red polish/essie::

::details::

::necklace/jcrew {similar}, leather front quilting on this sweatshirt::

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:: 2014 ::

Today's recovery from last night's fun is brutal but I had a blast on New Years Eve and feel like this year I have some resolutions that are sort of mandatory to fulfill.

First things first though, what did I wear? If you guys haven't shopped via The Outnet yet, you must! I downloaded the app to my phone (sort of a giant mistake if you ask my bank account) and I am on that thing 24/7, I call it exercising my self discipline. I ordered my dress for NYE from the app, it was fun and flirty but not your typical NYE dress.

::dress/milly via the outnet, heels/target, box clutch/macy's::

::details::

::i sincerely prefer box clutches for formal occasions::

::details, these shoes saw some fun last night::

::dress code- fancy, done & done::

We went to a party at the art museum in downtown Milwaukee and it was so fun! I added an earcuff and gold plated belt, both from H&M but I have found that the retailer doesn't always offer everything online {similar & similar}. 

My resolutions include getting a better handle on my finances, don't get me wrong I am not terrible with money and all my bills are paid on time but I can be impulsive. With my new job and new pay check I want to make sure I am putting my money in smarter places other than just my closet (easier said than done, right). The second is to take better care of my health, more specifically getting on a more regular exercise routine, I tend to get super motivated for a while and then fall off. I need to change that. Third, blog more consistently. I find a great deal of satisfaction in blogging even if only 1 person is looking at it so I need to be more consistent if not only for you guys but for myself! 

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:: Aftermath ::

Well the Christmas holiday is officially over and while I already miss all the trimmings that come along with Christmas, I am extremely excited for some relaxation and some time to re-energize before returning to normal life. Today I had a few errands to run and surprisingly wanted to do a little shopping, until I got to the mall and decided I should wait a few days.

::mix media moto jacket/h&m, scarf/h&m, mini mac/rebecca minkoff, jeans/7fam, boots/target::

::remember this post? well silver was sold out by the time the bf went to order so he ordered black instead, i am not mad at it::

::details::

Obviously I am obsessed with this plaid h&m scarf, I have worn it to death in last few weeks but it's so cozy & festive for the season I couldn't help myself. I am absolutely loving the black mini mac- the indigo sheen is such an unexpected pop. I almost like it better than the silver, sometimes you think you know what you like and then the Fashion Gods show you otherwise.

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:: Love ::

Quick jewelry of the day post! It was all love, gold and neon...

::love ring/gift (similar), neon zig zag ring/baublebar x atlantic-pacific (old- similar)::

{check out baublebar x atlantic-pacific new collection, blair is the cutest}

::watch/michael kors (old-similar), hope bracelet/kohls, spike bracelet/stella & dot::

{also totally obsessed with this watch}

::thanksgiving nails/chanel::

It's never to early to start counting your blessing! Thanksgiving is just a few days away- time to make room for yummy food & good memories. 

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:: Fur & Brrr ::

I have been on a black & white kick lately, it's getting a little out of control but as long as it's still chic- it's still ok with me!

::follow me on instagram::

::jacket/olive & oak, fur stole/calvin klein, tassel flats/zara, faux leather skinnies/lc::

::on serious repeat::

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:: Hearts & Sparkle ::

Today was all about girly details and layering!

::shirt/everly clothing, pearl bubble necklace/baublebar, cz necklace/stella & dot::

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:: Sucker ::

Lately I've been digging the Simone I. Smith lollipop pendants we recently debuted at Kohl's, and a part of their proceeds go to an amazing cause.

Their story- Simone I. Smith was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer to which she needed surgery to remove. The surgical procedure ended up needing to be in the same place as Simone's lollipop tattoo, causing the tattoo to appear to have a bite taken out of it. Thus, the idea was born to create a jewelry line based on her tattoo with a portion of the proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. Oh, and did I mention she's LL Cool J's wife, so it's like a triple whammy of style!

How I styled the clear lollipop pendant today-

::sweater/jcrew, camo skinnies/gap, booties/coach, lollipop pendant/kohls::

::water/michael kors, lollipop pendant/kohls::

Check out the different colors, sizes and lengths along with a lot of other great jewelry from Simone I. Smith on Kohl's website.

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:: Sweater & Leather Weather ::

Today was shades of grey in my new favorite Cynthia Rowley sweater, which you'll see on repeat all season long.

::sweater/cynthia rowley, skirt/h&m, flats/zara::

::follow me on instagram::

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:: Simple ::

Today was all about simple accessories, and apparently mixing metals but not in a good way now that I look back. Oops...

::kimono jacket/forever21, satchel/coach, boots/target::

::earrings/lc lauren conrad for kohl's, silver heart ring & blue topaz braclet/tiffany & co, nameplate necklace/baublebar::

::fushia fever/maybelline, navy polish/essie, matte top coat/nyc::

Got some exciting news this week that I got promoted to the next position in the buying office! I am so excited to continue my career in buying and take on this next challenge! Have a great weekend loves! 

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:: Chrome ::

I finally got to style my Zara flats, and while they tore up my feet I love them and got tons of compliments.

::sweater/express, tuxedo trouser/the limited, tassel flats/zara::

My look was menswear inspired with comfort in mind while letting the flats be the focal point of the outfit. And who doesn't love a good novelty sweater/tuxedo trouser combo? {Also important, the car on that sweater is a corvette} 

And for Halloween (sneak peak here) I was.... Bad with names! Which works out because I actually am really bad at names, maybe in 2014 I resolve to change that.

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:: Pearls & Plaid ::

Today was a sincerely chilly day in the midwest so it was imperative to wear flannel... and pearls of course.

::flannel/jcrew, boots/zara, bag/coach, watch/michael kors, polish/chanel in "vamp"::

Long Strand of Pearls- Charming Charlie (similar)

Bow necklace- Gift (similar)

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