What I Wore: The Unconventional Office Wear Edition

As I mentioned at the start of the year, 2013 is the year of shopping my closet! And I haven't broken my resolution yet, although it's already been tough. I don't think I have enough winter appropriate clothes. I have a TON of cardigans though. Like, an absurd amount. So I'm playing around with what I have and trying to be creative with my outfits.

What I Wore: The Grown Up Leopard Print Edition

It's not a secret that I love leopard print - at least it shouldn't be at this point - so me wearing a leopard print dress on the blog isn't really news. However, this leopard print dress is particularly important to me as it's my second piece of "grown-up" leopard print.

What I Wore: The Magnificent Mile Edition

Oh Chicago, you manage to steal my heart again and again. Maybe it's been the weather getting slightly cooler and the fall items hanging in all the shops on Michigan Ave, but I've been loving going downtown and walking around the city. It's reminded me how lucky I am to live in such a fun and dynamic city. And that I love hot chocolate.

What I Wore Wednesday: The Leopard Love Edition

So I may be a tiny, itty-bitty bit leopard print obsessed. Just a touch. I mean I only own two pairs of leopard print pants and 4 pairs of leopard print shoes. Only. That's not bad right? I am not ashamed! I firmly maintain that there is nothing wrong with a little bit of leopard print...in every outfit. No, just kidding. But seriously folks, a little bit of leopard print can change an outfit from boring to a little bit funky, a little bit rock and roll, which is why I think I have always beed so obsessed. Thinking I was so cool and punk rock in high school may have had something to do with it in the beginning too, maybe.

Anyway, when leopard print was coming back in a big way last year, I couldn't be happier and I decided that I absolutely, 100 percent NEEDED a pair of leopard print pants. Where did I go before you could find a pair in every hipster-centric store on the planet? The thrift store of course! I new I could find a workable pair of leopard print pants and then get them adjusted, which is exactly how I got these. This is year two of the leopard print pant for me and do I get funny looks walking down the street? Not as much as I used to. Do I care? Of course not! I look good. (If you're going to be wearing anything that's kinda crazy and verging on tacky, you really have to own it. Really.) Unfortunately, (or maybe very fortunately?) they seem a little big on me this year and I think I'm going to have to take them in a bit again. This means I'm not entirely happy with the following outfit shoot, but I like the outfit in general so I hope you guys do too!

What I Wore Wednesday: The Tangerine Tango Edition

Did you really think I wouldn't put up at least one post with the Pantone color of the year? Ok so maybe this shirt is a little more orange than tangerine, but I'm not normally big on orange. This shirt definitely stands out in my closet. I always try to buy items that aren't like other clothes I already have in my closet (it's a good practice, you should definitely try it), but when it comes down to it we naturally buy things that are similar because we like them and are comfortable in them. I'm at fault for sticking to the jewel tone color scheme. This shirt is a standout, even though it is totally simple. Challenge yourself! That's what fashion is all about! So I wore an orange shirt today. What was your challenge?

What I Wore Wednesday: Vintage Diane Von Furstenburg Edition

Today's outfit post is featuring another dress handpicked from my Etsy shop and this was definitely one of my favorite finds. This little teal Diane Von Furstenburg vintage dress was an amazing find. It's still in pretty great vintage condition. The silk has no pulls, rips, or tears, but the elastic waist band has lost it's elasticity. Fortunately, a well placed belt around the waist fixes that little problem. I know you can't really tell in these pictures, but this teal dress has tiny purple triangles all over it.

I love the collar on this dress, it's so simple and feminine you almost don't even notice it. But I guess you have to say that this vintage dress is a softer take on a button down shirt dress. The silk makes it very flowy and soft. 

Trend Spotting Tuesday: Printed Denim

In my ramblings around various stores and fashion sites on the internet, I've seen a trend that's been slowly growing for a little while now, but it seems like it will be in full swing in the Spring: Printed Denim! And thus, today's trend spotting post. 

 

1. Urban Outfitters $68

2. Nasty Gal $62
3. Asos $73
4. Mod Cloth $38

5. Asos $73

Who's loving it? This girl! Well, I have a tendancy to love all things that have something to do with prints of bright colors so this is right up my alley! I've actually been eyeballing those floral print Urban Outfitters ones for a while, but then I noticed that print jeans and pants were popping up all over. The UO ones are probably still my favorite so far, but Asos does put up some tough competition. And yes, the Mod Cloth ones are not denim, but I noticed that too late (and had already included them in the jpg so :P) and they're cute anyway.

What on earth would I do with printed denim, you ask? Lots! Colors, patterns and prints are still being mixed and matched for the Spring, but if you don't want to be that daring (or, like me, don't want to look like a Moroccan street market) there is nothing simpler than throwing on a pair of printed jeans, a plain tank or tee, and some boots. Throw on a colorful, chunky necklace and BAM! You instantly look stylish. How easy was that? Oh man, remind me to start using Polyvore more often in these examples.  Hopefully, you get the idea though. 

So what do you say? Printed pants: take 'em or leave 'em?

What I Wore Wednesday

So as this was my first "photo shoot", I know it's not that great, but I hope you enjoy the pictures anyway! Remember, I'm no model, but I thought my boyfriend and I got some fun shots out of it. I tried to take advantage of the few last warm days and did it outside. There probably won't be very many more of these, and yes, I am on a roof.

I am currently obsessed with colored denim and these jeans are one of my favorite pairs. They just add that perfect pop of color to help you stand out, because who likes blending in right? Pink jeans may be a little too much for late Fall so I'm going to get them in a few more times and retire them until the Spring.

This is a necklace I made for my birthday last year and I've been wearing it all the time since. It ended up being such a great addition to my collection. Tutorial to come.

Uhhh, yes. These shoes screamed my name when I first saw them. This will not be the last time you see leopard print on this blog. 

Thanks for stopping by! This last one's more for Chicago folks. Yup, that's Andersonville!