Fall Fashion Day 6

I'd like to apologize in advance for the excessive number of pictures.  I couldn't seem to help myself.

Two things are different about me today.  Can you tell what they are?

This was another outfit thrown together in just a few minutes.  My mom gave me the cardigan and button for my birthday.  And I really love this belt.  (And how the whole look came together.)

(I don't know what is up with my ghost-like appearance today.)

I have been thinking recently how much I need/want a trench (Need is pretty relative in my life.).  Then yesterday, my mom suggested I wear the trench that was my aunt's, who passed away last fall.

I had completely forgotten about it.  It's real London Fog, has an awesome lining, and was just missing a belt.  Problem solved with a pink scarf.

Check out some of the details of the outfit, and enjoy a closer look of my hair.  My stylist was so excited when I came in asking for red.  We might even go for the same color all over next time, depending on how I like it.

Here's a closer look at the hair.

Also, I'm a total shoe (heel) person.  That's not as obvious during the wet, rainy fall and with my current job.

Don't believe me?  Check out some of the shoes I wore during summer fashion week:

Make sure to check out what everyone else is wearing!  (Sorry I'm lame and haven't been remembering to link back to Emery Jo's page.)

Thanks for stopping by and for all the love this week.  I'm having a blast!!!

Fall Fashion Day 5 (another creative title)

I didn't know what I was wearing ahead of time today.  In fact, last night I told my mom, "I don't know what I'm wearing."

Here's what I came up with:

A little more casual than I've been.  I actually end up wearing converse multiple days a week.  They're fun and good for having to walk around all day.

I actually have had this jacket for a long time.  Like, I don't even know how long.  I actually had a second one, with stripes and flowers, but I think I gave it to my sister.  I hope she's enjoying it.

Who doesn't like suede elbow patches?!

And the shirt underneath--one of my few thrifting finds.  I just haven't developed those skills yet.  I'm more of a sales-rack kind of girl.

I've also had these earrings for a while, and don't have a clue where I got them.  But hey, I remembered an accessory!

Also, I'm loving my hair today.  And all I did was roll out of bed and spray it with a little beach spray.  (I know, I hate myself for that, too.)

You know what I'm loving most though?  Having my mom take my picture.  So much better than shooting pictures in the mirror.

Thanks Mom!

Plus you get to see our awesome view.  If you squint and look to the right of my head, you can make out a little bit of the bay.  And these clouds are very beautiful and fall-like.

Outfit Details:
Button-up shirt - Nautica, thrifted
Jacket - Moda, Victoria Secret
Jeans - Gap
Shoes - Red Converse
Earrings - ???

Fall Fashion Day 4

Before I get started with the outfit, I just have to tell all of you how much I'm enjoying your comments and your outfits.  This is just so much fun!

I'm not going to lie.  I've been dreaming of wearing this dress for months and more recently I've been imagining this outfit.

I got the dress 40% off at the Banana Republic outlet this summer.  The color screams fall and the shape of it is pretty much perfect.

I had hoped to wear creamy tights, but since I waited until the last minute, I ended up with white.  Every time I look at my legs, I think I'm really pale.

Guys, I'm not that pale.  At least, not yet.  Check back in with me in February.

I actually got up to shower this morning so you could see my hair in all its crazy glory.  I'm actually getting it cut/colored on Friday.  Should I keep the blond-ish highlights?  I've kind of been tempted by the idea of reddish highlights.  What are your thoughts?

(My mom took my pictures for the second day in a row and wanted me to try some different poses.  Obviously, I'm a professional.)

Unfortunately, my showering this morning meant I ran out of time since I didn't actually get up any earlier than usual.  I actually had a fudgesicle for breakfast.  I thought you should know.

I am not a morning person and I always choose sleep.

I got the headband when I went to the Etsy RAIN craft show a few weeks ago.  Love it.

I actually tied the ends of my scarf together to create my own infinity/loop scarf, but it was actually an idea I got from this lovely blogger.  I love the coziness the looped scarf adds.

Outfit Details:
Brown Hooded Peacoat - Old Navy
Shirtdress - Banana Republic
Scarf - ? I don't remember.
Headband - Solstice Designs
Belt - Fred Meyer
Tights - Hue from Macy's
Boots - Fergalicious (true story, but I love them)

Fall Fashion Day 3

Today was not my best effort.

It all started with our springer spaniel scratching at my door sometime that was way too early in the morning.  Then, of course, my door was open and I could hear everything my dad did with his morning.

And the dog kept bugging me to scratch her.

With that my plans for a shower before work and plenty of time to pick out an outfit flew out the window.  Instead I hit snooze, a few times.

That isn't to say I don't like my outfit.  It just isn't as put together as I had imagined.  You'll notice I'm lacking in the accessory department.  What you can't see is how badly my hair needs to be washed.

This look is pretty standard for me at work.  I have to layer to handle walking around outside and transition into the classroom.

All that said, there are definitely things I like about this outfit.  My fall-splurge boots are back in action.  The sweater is lovely.  And I'm pretty much in love with my new bag.

I really love the detailing on the sweater.  And the color is a beautiful brown-gray.  And it's soft.  Did I mention I love it?

Em Jae had commented on my bed spread on Day 1.  It's actually a quilt made by my mother.  One of the benefits of living at home is that I've gotten a few things made by my mother.

She also made me this lap quilt.  I wish you could see all the fabulous fabrics in this quilt.  So lovely.

You want to know what made my day today...this:

Yum!

Outfit details:
Jacket - Northface, many years ago
Sweater - Gap ($8)
Black pashmina - no idea, Macy's ?
Boyfriend jeans (stuffed into my boots) - Gap ($20)
Boots - Steve Madden at DSW ($90)
Computer bag - J'tote ($75)

P.S. Mostly because Blogger doesn't allow replies to comments, I took the picture in my header this summer at my cousin's wedding as they were leaving.  I used one of Pioneer's Woman actions on it in Photoshop, but I can't remember which one.

P.P.S. I'll try to be less whiney tomorrow.  Promise.

Fall Fashion Day 2

My Tuesdays (and Thursdays for that matter) are really long days.  I start work before 8 a.m. and the earliest I finish is 8 p.m.  I'm not working that entire time, but it's still a long day.

Instead of trying to find time to take and post pictures of my outfit for Tuesday in the middle of my hectic work schedule, I'm going to show some details of a few recent outfits.

What I mean is that I'm pretty much a cheater.

Taking pictures myself has made it rather difficult to get full outfit shots.  I'm not exactly a pro with the timer or mirror shots.  That's why I said "details" of these outfits.

For this first outfit, I was mostly just proud of the belt knot.  I learned it from a tutorial by Elaine at Clothed Much.

Also, the leggings-tunic-boots combo is super comfy.  And I love that necklace (from J. Crew outlet).

Outfit #2 was inspired by/loosely based on this outfit at The Daybook.

I love the combination of the chunky sweater and the button up (which is actually striped).

Also, you can pretty much count on seeing this watch in every single picture.  I love it and it's my only watch that is functioning at the moment.

These boots were my big purchase this fall.  Of course, I've seen them all over the place.  I love the details, that they are flat, and they zip up.  Count on seeing them again.

Happy Tuesday everyone!  And thanks so much for your outfits and all the inspiration your providing.  That's what makes these fashion weeks so fun.

(And if you start following my blog, let me know.  I'd love to return the favor!  Oh, and thanks!)

Fall Fashion Day 1

I woke up today to the sound of rain.  And it sounded like a lot.  We are, in fact, getting our first fall storm of the year.  Around here that means inches of rain and high wind.

Since part of my job involves walking all over campus outside, I almost started off the week with one of my pre-shot outfits.  Looks I'd worn recently, but wouldn't actually have on today.

But I talked myself out of it.

Mostly because I realized that cowboy boots were the solution to my problem.  They'd keep my feet dry and warm, and my pant's hem from dragging too much through puddles.

Also, I wanted to be able to see my morning pal.  Isn't she cute?!  And a little annoyed by her nap being interrupted.

I wore a variation of this outfit a few weeks ago for my blogger meet up.  A few tweaks here and there (mainly the boots and a gray, not white, shirt), and it's back.

I pretty much love this scarf-life woven thing.  Not exactly sure what to call it, but it's quite exotic.  Literally.

So there's day 1.  And I still have my "back ups" in case I'm uninspired (or it rains) the rest of the week.  Also, I apologize for the not-full-length shot.  There's not a full-length mirror in our house.  

Outfit details:
Cardigan - Nordstrom (gift from Mom)
Scarf-ish thing - from Argentina (gift from sister)
Gray t-shirt - Gap boyfriend shirt
Jeans - Cruel girl western jeans
Boots - Ariat, purchased in the middle of Wyoming
Watch - Fossil (gift from Mom and Dad)

Head on over to Emery's blog to see what everyone else is wearing!

Dress to Impress

It's time for fashion week, this time the fall edition. Just us in showing off your best looks and a chance to win a gift card to f21. So fun!

Or just tune in here all week to see photos of me contorting myself trying to capture outfit details.

My schedule is little more crazy right now. We're short-staffed at work for the next week and I'm not sure I'll have much time to smile in front of a camera.

Plus I do better if I have time to plan ahead. And then the pressure is off if I sleep through my alarm and end up in tennis shoes and a sweatshirt.

If those aren't all good reasons to take part/stop by for Fashion Week, I don't know what is.