Last weekend we had a nice Spring-like day so I decided to wear light layers. I ended up not needing the purple cardigan, but it adds some extra color to the look and who doesn't love jewel tones? Funny how there can still be a lot of snow on the ground but it was almost 60 degrees outside. Ahh Mother Nature, so weird.

Cardigan: Max Studio, Shirt: Philosophy (Marshalls), Corduroy Pants: Abercrombie, Two-Tone Ballet Flats: Chanel (eBay), Sunglasses: Chanel

I wore this to go to my oldest friend's bridal shower last weekend. It's crazy to think that I've known her basically my whole life and she's getting married! We don't see each other as much as we used to, but when we do it's like no time has passed.

Dress: Carven Paris Map Print (Yoox), Cardigan: Max Studio, Sandals: Manolo Blahnik (Roundabout Resale), Bag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted), Sunglasses: Chanel (bought in Greece), Necklace: BubuRuby

This was the view from our room. Amazing, right?! Sadly it wasn't the best weather for the beach so we didn't spend much time on it apart from our morning walks and one afternoon. But it was still nice to look at and fall asleep to the sound of the waves.

Sweater: Max Studio (gift), Patchwork Blouse: Saint Laurent (eBay), Jeans: J Brand 'high rise Maria' (Gilt), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athanasia' (Moda Operandi)

This wall at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk was just asking to be the backdrop for some outfit photos! We took a super quick walk on the boardwalk after having lunch at Havanas, so delicious!  After that I had to do some work in my uncle's van while everyone else did some shopping! Thank goodness for my iPhone's mobile hotspot so I could work on the go!

Sweater: Max Studio, Top: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor), Jeans: J Brand 'high rise Maria' (Gilt), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athanasia' (Moda Operandi), Bag: Emm Kuo (Roundabout Resale), Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Erika' (Ditto)

Even though it was cold (and windy!) in North Carolina we made some time to walk on the beaches, even if we were bundled up! (I put my shoes on for the outfit photos) On this day we visited a different beach and then had dinner at my aunt's house followed by old family photos and some REALLY old slides of my Dad's family from the 50s/60s.

Sweater: Max Studio (gift), Crop Top: Zara, Jeans: J Brand 'high rise Maria' (Gilt), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Athanasia' (Moda Operandi), Bag: Emm Kuo (Roundabout Resale)

Another day, another last minute outfit photo shoot! Although this time it worked out in my favor. We were literally the last people in Diagon Alley apart from security and the cleaning crew.  We were there for the night event during the Celebration of Harry Potter so naturally we had to stay until the last possible second.  I really love Universal during these night time events. There are far less people, obviously and you usually get something free (ice cream and butterbeer in this case!)

Cardigan:  Max Studio (gift from Lydia), Crop Top: Zara (ON SALE!), Jeans: J Brand 'high rise Maria' (Gilt), Sandals: Ancient Greek Sandals 'Alethea' (bought in Santorini)

It's amazing what adding a pair of heels to an outfit can do. Instantly my posture changes and I feel so much more "dressed" than if I had flats on. I don't really have occasion to wear heels as much as I did when I went into an office, but I still like to bring them out now and again for no reason. Why let them gather dust when you can wear them out to eat, even if it's just Chili's.

Tee: Zara, Cardigan: Max Studio (gift from Lydia), Jeans: FRAME 'Le Skinny de Jeanne Jeans' (Shopbop), Pumps: Coach 'Nacie' (Marshalls)

Another pretty good month, especially seeing as I usually go a little crazy buying birthday gifts for myself. I only bought one thing this month, and I used birthday money from my parents, so yay! I also got a lovely sweater as a gift from Lydia and two other (free) sweaters from an event I went to at Foxwoods. The custom NikeID's I was able to make at RewardStyle's NYFW party also arrived this month!



THE RULES

1. Be mindful of purchases
2. Quality over quantity
3. Basics are best

MY PROGRESS

Clothes:

1. Zara cropped sweater ($49.90, used advertising money)

Basics:

1. *NEW!* Max Studio cardigan (gift from Lydia)

Shoes:

1. *NEW!* Audrey Brooke over the knee boots ($75 via DSW, birthday gift)

Accessories:

Other:

Gifted from Brands:

1. Mighty Fine Star Wars R2D2 Sweatshirt c/o Kohl's
2. Mighty Fine Star Wars ''The Empire Strikes Back'' Thermal Tee c/o Kohl's
3. Rock & Republic Star Wars Studded Leggings c/o Kohl's
4. Star Wars R2-D2 Pendant c/o Kohl's
5. Simply Vera Vera Wang Faux-Fur Collar Shawl Vest c/o Kohl's
6. LC Lauren Conrad Runway Collection Pleated Velvet Skirt c/o Kohl's
7. Simply Vera Vera Wang Mary Jane Heels c/o Kohl's
8. Candie's Ankle Boots c/o Kohl's
9. *NEW!*  Nike Air Max 90 Premium iD sneaker
10. *NEW!* Ann Taylor wrap sweater c/o Foxwoods & Tanger Outlets
11. *NEW!* Charlotte Russe ombre cardigan c/o Foxwoods & Tanger Outlets 
12. *NEW!* UncommonGoods necklace