Outfit: Color Block Top + Black Maxi.

Photos by Leo Petriu

sunglasses: Kenneth Cole Reaction (via TJ Maxx)

earrings: unknown

necklace: Rue21

top: Target

bag: Tommy Hilfiger (via garage sale)

skirt: Wet Seal

sandals: Merona

Hi, everyone!

I'm not in much of a blurb mood today, so I'm just going to say I wore this outfit while checking out some local boutiques last week and found it to be perfectly appropriate comfort wise. Also, though it has nothing to do with it, I'm just gonna pretend it's my lucky deal finding outfit- cute accessories under $10, buy 2 get 1 free? Count me in! Don't even get me started on the $10 sandals, to be featured in an upcoming post! So great :)

Thanks for stopping by!

Outfit: Red Crop + Skinny Jeggings.

Photos by Leo Petriu

earrings: Charlotte Russe

sunglasses: Kenneth Cole Reaction

bag: thrifted

top: thrifted (orig. Derek Heart)

belt: Romania

jeggings: Savage Art (via Ross Dress for Less)

oxfords: thrifted

Hello, beautiful people! 

I haven't posted in a few days and it already feels like it's been an eternity. I'm really trying to get my schedule in check, but between preparing for back-to-school and back to back Law&Order:SVU/Criminal Minds episodes, I just can't get around to it! (Sorry. Both are pretty illegitimate excuses!)

Anyway, I'm back at it, and with college part III coming up (moving back for my junior year on Sunday), I will be much more organized about everything! I just started an editorial calendar and will be posting every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Get pumped, people! 

I don't have a whole lot to say about the outfit- just something casual and comfy I wore out shopping at Walmart. Yes, yes, I know the level of glamour in Walmart shopping trips is in the negatives, but I really want to be honest with you guys in my blogging- if I didn't actually wear it, I didn't blog it. People don't just need to get dressed for work, dates, and dinners. They dress for school, errands, and just simple, boring everyday life! And, along with all the social gethering/night out/special occasion outfits, I'm here to share all the mundane event outfits, too!

Thanks for stopping by, even on my least glamorous days! :)

Outfit: Crop Top + Body Chain.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

sunglasses: Kenneth Cole Reaction @ TJ Maxx

earrings: Forever21

crop top: Wet Seal

body chain: DIY

shorts: Forever21

This super cute DIY body chain has been, by far, my favorite accessory this summer! I've worn it under a generous cleavage-bearing dress, over my Calvin Klein one-piece, and now, over this adorably simple crop top I purchased at Wet Seal for $3 (!!!). 

I believe the beach is one of those places where you should choose your accessories wisely and only stick to a few. Have you ever run into an overly accessorized (think hat + wedges + 1,000 bangles + sunglasses +++) lady on the beach? Surely she didn't leave the best impression behind. 

Besides, whether you're just soaking up some rays or engaging in water-related activities, the beach is a place for comfort. The sunglasses are a must no matter what, and the earrings, however large-looking, are airy and comfortable to run around in. The body chain is tight enough that it moves with your body, but lose enough to not make beach activities uncomfortable!

Happy summer days, lovely readers! :)

Thanks for stopping by!

Outfit: Black One-Piece and Ombre Shorts.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

sunnies: Kenneth Cole Reaction @ TJ Maxx

body chain: DIY

bathing suit: Calvin Klein @ Ross Dress for Less

shorts: Decree @ JC Penney

Hi, everyone! 

I'm excited to bring you guys my first-ever swimsuit post! I feel that a lot of people are under the impression that bikinis are the only way bathing suits can fall into 'hot' territory, but I'm here to argue on behalf of the good ol' one-piece. 

I'm team bikini at heart (you get a better tan, you don't feel like you're wearing too much, etc), but this trip was all about the understated flirty look (didn't want to overdo it with boyfriend's parents present, ya know?)! Hint: my bikini collection involves items that are appropriate for A. college pool parties, or B. a couples' getaway. 

Anyway, a classic black one-piece with a whole lotta cleavage is a whole lotta timeless on its own. Add current, trendy pieces like a simple body chain and ombre shorts, and you've got yourself a beach bombshell outfit! Switch the shorts with a pastel skater skirt, add a headscarf, and the entire vibe changes! The little black one-piece is definitely a worthy summer investment! 

Thanks so much for stopping by! 

Outfit: Peter Pan Collars and Ombre Shorts.

Photos by Aidan Bradbury-Aranda

sunglasses: Kenneth Cole Reaction @ TJ Maxx

earrings: Rue21

necklace: thrifted

top: Princess Vera Wang @ Kohl's

bralette (underneath): Rue21

bag: thrifted

shorts: Decree @ JC Penney

sandals: Merona @ Target

Disclaimer: I fully understand my party pooper status as a result of not posting a patriotic outfit for the 4th of July.

The thing is, I don't want to lie to you guys. I don't just get dressed, post on the blog, and change clothes. Everything I've ever posted has been me getting dressed up for the day- and staying that way. 

I had the perfect patriotic look in mind for today- a cute blue & white striped crop top and a full, red skirt. But the truth is I'm not feeling it. I will be going out later in the day, but my outfit will be flowery and summer colored. I guess I'm doing the style blogging thing wrong, but it's just my way of maintaining my integrity- and I just wanted to share that with everyone reading! 

That said, I love patriotic gear, and the red-white-blue color scheme is one of my favorites, so I'll be rocking it at the randomest of times!

Now, about the outfit I'm actually wearing- I've been eyeing this top for at least a year, and it finally went on sale at Kohl's for about $11. But here comes the happy part- I had a $10 off coupon for Kohl's and managed to get this top for less than $2 with tax!!! Is that a great deal or is that a great deal? Definitely my type of shopping experience!

Thanks for stopping by, and have the happiest, most firework-filled 4th of July!