I almost got rid of this skirt in a closet purge last year. I still don't wear it much because the slit is a bit awkward but I do like wearing it from time to time.  Decided to pair it with an equally daring top and some high heeled sandals. This tee is one of my favorites, which is very strange because it shows so much skin. Normally I like to cover up, as I'm sure you all know by now.

Cardigan: American Eagle, Tee: Urban Outfitters, Denim Skirt: Mother c/o Marshalls, Heels: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon), Necklace: Acanthus Jewelry

Here's my second Easter outfit! It was this dress' second birthday over the weekend so it was fitting that I wore it again. Another non-characteristic piece for me, yet it's one of my favorite items of clothing! So glad I kept up my search for it and finally bought it.  It's been worn so many times, even in Paris last April!

Paris Map Dress: Carven (YOOX), Suede Jacket: LAUREN Ralph Lauren (Marshalls), Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon)

Everyone ready for the long weekend? This is what I wore last weekend to do some shopping and have lunch with Lydia and Christine! We headed to New Haven and visited Vintanthromodern where I picked up a suede jacket I first tried on 14 weeks ago (according to Instagram) And yes, I cheated and didn't put this in my wardrobe update post because this is such a random purchase not related to the season at all. After we shopped we had lunch at a Thai restaurant. It was my first time having it so I was a little nervous, I'm a VERY picky eater. But it was pretty good!

And yes, the post title is a reference to Bob Seger's Mainstreet (love this song!)

Jacket: Jones New York, Camisole: Eight Sixty, Jeans: J Brand 'Maria High Rise Skinny' in Supreme (Gilt), Bag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted) Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta (Amazon)

This is what I wore to Kat's birthday celebration on our second night! We went to Raglan Road, an Irish Pub at Downtown Disney! I had the Kiss Before Shrimp and Dunbrody Kiss for dessert. SO DELICIOUS! If you are ever looking for a place to eat at DD, I highly suggest this place! In the detail shot you can see my adorable new amber owl ring from Jurassic Park in Universal's Islands of Adventure!

Dress: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Natural Selection Mini Messenger' (Saks Friends & Family Sale)

We had a bit of a cold spell last week so I was back in sweaters and jeans. Layla wanted to join in on the photo fun so I had my dad take pictures on our way to Grandmas (right next door.)  Once we got outside she just wanted to run straight to Grandma's so we had difficulty getting her to sit still, as per usual! How funny does she look when we finally got her to sit for one second? Such a goof!

Sweater: Anthropologie, Jeans: J Brand 'Maria High Rise Skinny' in Supreme (Gilt) , Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta', Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Emma' (Marshalls), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Natural Selection Mini Messenger' (Saks Friends & Family Sale)

Florals for Easter, groud-breaking.  This dress has been worn for a bunch Easter celebrations in the last few years. It's perfect for the occasion with it's tiny flowers and nice, breezy, fabric! It was still too chilly to go tightless so my legs look a little tanner than the rest of my body in these photos (although in real life they weren't orange, I look like an Oompa Loompa! Ha ha)

Dress: Jason Wu x Target, Jacket: Jones New York, Sandals: Cole Haan (Amazon), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Henry Dinky' (Gilt), Sunglasses: Ray-Ban 'Erika' (Ditto), Rings: old, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Lumo 'Violet, Lumo 'Rope'

I hope everyone had a great weekend! I had cousins visiting from Ohio so I spent most of Easter weekend with them. Except for Saturday night when we had Easter with my Dad's side of the family. We actually had fairly nice weather, which was good! I did still have to wear tights though, partly because my legs are super un-tanned and partly because it was chilly in the house. I actually rolled this dress up a little bit since it hits me just below the knee, which is not so good for my short stature, ha ha.

Dress: Burberry (Roundabout Resale), Jacket: Jones New York, Sandals: Cole Haan (Amazon), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Henry Dinky' (Gilt), Rings: old, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Lumo 'Violet, Lumo 'Rope'

I've been trying to experiment more with layering my clothes. So to get more wear out of this peplum top I decided to wear a matching long sleeve top underneath. I also wanted to wear these Cole Haan sandals at least once before it gets too cold for wearing sandals without socks or tights.

Tank: J Cooper (Lord & Taylor, gift), Silk Top: thrifted, Jeans: Michael Kors (Marshalls, gift), Sandals: Cole Haan 'Minetta' (Amazon), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Bracelets c/o 31 Bits

I'm continuing with the French Wardrobe Challenge, but changing the rules a bit for myself. Looks like both Jessica and I had the same idea! I'm switching it from 5 to 7 items and allowing myself to buy as many shoes as my heart desires, within reason, of course. While I will still be discerning with all my purchases, it will be nice to have a little more freedom. I'm also going to be more lenient when it comes to "basics" by not restricting to black/white and gray since I wear a lot of burgundy and purple. I have a clothing budget for each month that I'm usually pretty good about sticking to, so that helps curb my purchases as well!  Will you be doing the challenge this season?
This first month I told myself I wasn't allowed to buy anything since I splurged on a pair of Chanel flats last month. But, as per usual, I couldn't  keep that promise. Most of what I bought was paid for with gift cards, so it wasn't a total fail! I did buy a new Marrin Costello necklace and a couple Altuzarra for Target pieces without gift cards. But the Target stuff would have sold out if I waited, so I had to, right? Not really a good excuse, but the collection had lots of purple and burgundy! What's a girl to do?
Near the end of the month I used up an Amazon gift card to buy a pair of Cole Haan sandals I've been wanting since May. They were the last size 8 in the purple color I wanted so I went for it! I paid more than the $49.99 price tag at Marshalls, BUT it was a gift card. The design is simple enough that I'll be able to wear them for years to come. They aren't technically a Fall item, so I won't include them in the remaining roundups.
While I wasn't totally successful in not buying anything I was thoughtful with my purchases, so it's alright.  This weekend my mom is taking my sister and I out birthday shopping (mine is in a couple weeks!) so maybe I'll be able to hold out the rest of the month and not buy anything... (doubtful)

THE RULES

1. Just five seven standout pieces per season.
2. Quality over quantity.
3. Basics don’t count.
4. Accessories don’t count, unless you’re spending a lot more than usual.
5. Socks and underwear don’t count.
6. Shoes do count.

MY PROGRESS

Part of my Seven:

1. Altuzarra for Target Embroidered Pleated Georgette Dress ($54.99)

Basics: 

1. Ella Moss Vest in gray via Marshalls ($79.99, used gift card)
2. Altuzarra for Target Python long sleeve shirt ($19.99)
   

Shoes:

1. Coach 'Nacie' pump via Marshalls ($69, used gift card)
2. Cole Haan 'Minetta' Sandal via Amazon ($74, used gift card)

Accessories:

1. Movado Bold Watch c/o Lucky & Movado
2. Kendra Scott Naomi Double Ring (c/o)
3. Marrin Costello Pearl Crescent Necklace [$66 with coupon, not available online yet]

Exempt items:  [gifted items from brands or family members that would normally fall under my standout pieces]

• Philosophy Top via Marshalls ($19.99)
• For Cynthia Sweater via Marshalls ($16.99)