I was just reading an article earlier in the month about the trend of no longer tucking in your jeans/pants to boots. While I will still happily be tucking my jeans into boots, for this particular outfit I decided to roll up my jeans to show off the boots better! These aren't the best boots for tucking in anyway.

Also, let's hope my snowy backgrounds are coming to an end! Time for the Spring thaw!

Cardigan: Tory Burch (TJ Maxx), Sweater: Merona (Target), Jeans: Free People, Boots c/o Duo Boots, Necklaces: mom's and BubuRuby

Do you ever have outfits that you aren't sure they look good? Well this is that kind of outfit. I like the top part (minus the wrong color blue tee, I don't have a navy or orange!) but the tights and boots are throwing it off for me. But, as it's Winter, I had to cover my legs somehow and black/brown tights wouldn't have worked and I have misplaced my navy ones! Darn! But, here I am, sharing the outfit. At least I made good on wearing these boots more often!

The neighbors were outside when I was going to take my photos so I decided to just take them inside. Like my Sword in the Stone poster? One of my favorite Disney movies!

Tee: Everlane, Sweater: Tory Burch (TJ Maxx), Skirt: Old Navy, Boots: Chloe (Roundabout Resale)

This month started off with some free clothes thanks to my Mom taking me birthday shopping! For the rest of the month I tried to resist buying clothes but, as we all know, I'm a shopaholic so I did a bit more shopping. I bought a purple leopard sweater, how could I resist two of my favorite things?! 

I also splurged on a Lo & Sons bag after seeing one featured on Jessica's blog. I have a few vacations planned for next year and it will definitely come in handy for those as well as weekend trips! I've already used it a couple times since buying it, so handy!



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, paid with gift card)
2. Altuzarra for Target Python long sleeve shirt ($19.99)
3. *NEW!* August Silk Sweater via Marshalls (birthday gift)
4. *NEW!* Midnight by Carole Hochman pajamas (also available here) via Marshalls (birthday gift)
5. *NEW!* Banana Republic ($19.50 at the Factory Store) 
6. *NEW!* Elie Tahari for Design Nation jacket c/o Kohl's

Shoes:

1. Coach 'Nacie' pump via Marshalls ($69, paid with gift card)
2. Cole Haan 'Minetta' Sandal via Amazon ($74, paid with gift card)
3. *NEW!* Vince Camuto Ankle Boot via Marshalls (birthday gift)

Accessories:

1. Movado Bold Watch c/o Lucky & Movado
2. Kendra Scott Naomi Double Ring (c/o)
3. Marrin Costello Pearl Crescent Necklace [$66 after coupon, not available online yet] 
4. *NEW!* Lo & Sons "O.G. Bag" ($236 after coupon code)

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

• Philosophy Top c/o Marshalls ($19.99)
• For Cynthia Sweater c/o Marshalls ($16.99) 
• *NEW!* Tory Burch Cardigan via TJ Maxx (birthday gift)

Say hello to one of my birthday presents: a Tory Burch "Brady" cardigan! A couple weekends ago my mom took my sister and I out birthday shopping. We went to Marshalls (two locations) and TJ Maxx! This was one of our TJ Maxx finds, they had a few other Tory Burch pieces but this one was calling my name. I always love Tory's clothes but this is the first piece I've ever owned! FINALLY! Sadly her regular prices are just too much for me.

The sweater perfectly matches my thrifted Ferragamo skirt, how convenient. Sadly the skirt doesn't get much wear because I find it a little hard to style. But at only $10 it was worth it. See how I wore it here and here.

Cardigan: Tory Burch (TJ Maxx), Skirt: Salvatore Ferragamo (Coco's $10 sale), Booties: No.704b. (DSW), Necklace: Indulgems (Gilt), Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Gilt), Ring c/o Kendra Scott,

Rather than doing a ton of posts featuring collections from New York Fashion Week like I usually do, I decided to be SUPER picky and just share some favorites from the whole week. Will hopefully do the same for the other cities. I went through as many collections as possible but there are far too many to go through them all. Ha ha.

Alice & Olivia		Altuzarra
Coach		Diane von Furstenberg
Elizabeth and James		J.Crew
Jason Wu		Michael Kors
Nicole Miller		3.1 Phillip Lim
Rebecca Minkoff		Rebecca Taylor
Rodarte		Steven Alan
Thakoon Addition		Tory Burch
Vera Wang		Yeohlee

Photos from Style.com

Summer is far from over, but I couldn't help but share these photos from the Tory Burch Fall lookbook! I am so looking forward to getting back into all of my comfy sweaters and jeans.  My favorite thing to wear!

I especially love the cora dress, bettina coat, danielle tunic & skirt and the shawn tunic. Maybe come sale time I'll actually be able to afford some of the pieces! One can dream, right?

Last week Tory Burch's Summer collection made its way to her online store. I love how easy the pieces are, since the collection is so print heavy you don't have to go crazy with accessories, which I am always a fan of. I don't usually do a ton of floral pieces, but I really love the Watercolor Botanical Print, it's not your typical floral which is why I like it.

P.S. Use code FRIENDLY for 25% off through today. ;)

Tis the season of weddings and wedding showers (not that they aren't all year round, but I have a bunch coming up.) So in the spirit of upcoming nuptials here's a look that's perfect for a wedding shower.  The formula for a shower look is simple: cute dress + heels + cardigan and you're done! This look is a little more girly than I would usually wear, but it fits the occasion, right?

Click the items in the collage below to shop!

More fashion week time!  Extending the experience far after it is over.  First up is Diane von Furstenberg's 50th anniversary collection. Such a nice variety; sweater dresses, wrap dresses, and lots of gold dresses.


Then we have Tory Burch.