While this outfit may not look like anything special, it's definitely different for me. Devoted followers (hah!) will have noticed: I rarely wear low-cut/chest enhancing pieces. So this top is definitely reserved for my extra confident days. I've been trying to make myself step out of my comfort zone lately and ordered a fun camisole from Piperlime's sale to layer with.

As for my shoes? I could have worn these pants with flats, but heels make it so much more fun! Who cares if there's ice on the ground?! (don't worry, whenever I wear heels in the Winter I get to my location in boots or flats.)

Top: Proenza Schouler (Roundabout Resale), Pants: Glo (really old), Sweater: Phillip Lim x Target, Shoes: Miu Miu (eBay), Necklace: Bubu Ruby

It was an Everlane Christmas this year! Three of my five clothing item gifts were from the brand, and I returned one of the other two. Ha ha. My mom doesn't usually risk buying me clothes, so getting 1 out of 2 was good! ;) The 3 Everlane pieces were on the list I gave Santa.

I wore this to a casual dinner at a friends house. My sister and I went to visit our friends who are sisters. We all happened to become friends through my sister and my friends sister and we try to get together at least once a year.  I decided to dress up a liiiittle bit by wearing some super tall heels.  These are what my aunt likes to call sit-down shoes, because walking in them for long periods would mean death...

Sweater: Everlane (gift), Jeans: Michael Kors (gift), Shoes: Proenza Schouler (Roundabout Resale), Purple Necklace: Acanthus Jewelry (giveaway), Topaz Necklace: Grandma's

On Saturday I spent the day shopping with my mom and sister. Yes, I know, why would I go shopping when I can't buy anything? Because it's fun!  We went to Lord & Taylor and Marshalls.  After that we stopped at Rita's for some italian ice, yummmm.  The day ended with dinner at the local Diner (I had roasted chicken) and watching Frozen! Yes, I watched it twice in one weekend.

Song of the Day: The Last Mall by Steeley Dan

Top: Proenza Schouler (Roundabout Resale), Sweater: 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target, Jeans: Current/Elliott, Flats: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs (net-a-porter), Necklace c/o Emitations, Sunglasses: Ray-Ban "Emma" (Marshalls), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's


Here's a small selection of what I tried on. Since I knew I couldn't buy anything [see: French Wardrobe Challenge] I decided to have fun and try on lots of clothes! (my mom and sister were looking for dresses to wear to my cousin's wedding, I already have mine). I particularly loved the Free People maxi dress, Free People flowy top, red Ralph Lauren striped top and the purple top, but I stupidly forgot what brand it was so I can't even look online.

I hadn't worn these flares in a while, because it's a bit of a hassle to stuff them into my boots to walk to work, so when I wore them last week I decided they should probably get a full outfit post too! Once again I'm in my uniform: tee, blazer, jeans and heels. But if it's not broke, don't fix it, right?

Song of the Day: Bell Bottom Blues by Eric Clapton

Blazer: Chanel (Roundabout Resale), Tee: Everlane, Jeans: Free People (Marshalls), Heels: Proenza Schouler (Roundabout Resale), Necklace: Geoclassics, Bracelet: Crystal Vibrations Jewelry (use code BBarrow1002 for 10% off), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Last year Sizers sent me a bunch of their shoe sizing inserts and I finally had the chance to use them! I bought a gorgeous pair of Proenza Schouler pumps that were too big for me, but at $55 I couldn't pass them up. Enter Sizers: I used the full size adjuster and they fit perfectly! Sizers are super easy to use, you just stick them into the toe part of your shoe to make the shoe fit from 1/4 - 1 full size.  They're only £10 (~$17) for a full set and £4 (~$7) for a single size AND free shipping worldwide. I definitely think it's worth it because you can remove them and use them for multiple shoes.

UPDATE: To answer a couple questions - They are foam-ish so they are soft and hard at the same time. They'll mold a bit to your foot and shoe as you walk so they are comfortable to wear all day.



* I was gifted the Sizers products but was not paid to post about them.

This was another short week, working in the office-wise. After the Oscars on Sunday I stayed over at a friends house and drove back home in the morning so I obviously wasn't going into the city that day. And then we had my regular Wednesday and Friday at home, so only 2 work outfits to share!

The weather should hopefully be getting warmer now. Crossing my fingers we are at least in the 40s rather than the 30s. Does anyone have exciting weekend plans? I don't, but that's fine by me. I need to catch up on all the movies I've been recording. I have been watching so many "new" lately, it's madness! And by new, I mean mostly movies from the 30s-50s.

Tuesday: Dress: Michael Kors (Net-a-Porter Sale), Sweater: ?? (from Christine), Flats: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Shopbop), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Thursday: Blazer: Chanel (Roundabout Resale), Tee: Everlane, Jeans: Free People (Marshalls), Heels: Proenza Schouler (Roundabout Resale), Necklace: Geoclassics, Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Welcome to part 2 of my cooking post! Just some more detail shots showing the cooking process! See more photos in yesterday's post. Once again, a deluge of photos is about to arrive, but with far less copy.

And a couple bonus photos of my doggy, Layla.
* Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB.

Fun fact about me: I LOVE watching the Food Network and Cooking Channel but I am super picky so I wouldn't eat half of the things I see on the shows.  I hardly ever cook for myself these days because I don't get home from work until 7:30 and just want something super quick: hello frozen pizza, and pre-made - albeit delicious - rosemary and thyme chicken.
When my Marshalls Project Fab resolutions challenge came I knew what I wanted to do.  My first goal was never paying full price for fabulous clothes (post 1 | post 2).  But I also want to try to cook at home more often, it's going to be hard but I know it will improve my overall health and happiness. I really enjoy cooking, it's just finding the time.  I may end up cooking meals on the weekends and then eat them during the week.
Where does Marshalls come in here, you ask? Well, I got 75% of my cooking supplies there! I needed a new pan, some other kitchen essentials that I was missing and a couple things I just wanted for fun (a mandolin!) Everything I bought was a great price (and most of it was found on clearance too!) Let's not forget that good portion of the cookware I already own is from Marshalls or Home Goods. Can you tell it's my favorite store yet?
I decided to have Lydia and Christine over and made a tasty (I hope) meal: Strawberry Balsamic Chicken and Potatoes with rosemary & garlic! For dessert I made my "famous" (to me) Chocohotopots and taught the girls how to make french macarons.  I'm splitting the post into two days because as usual there are too many photos I like! I went from over 400 to 175 and then chose my favorites from that to share.

P.S. Did any of you ever watch The Galloping Gourmet?! I used to watch it every day when I was younger. Yes, I watched cooking shows instead of kid shows (although I watched those too.)

* Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB.