Neon Streak

If my mom can pair neon with non-neutrals, well gosh darn it, so can I!

Anthropologie denim jacket, J.Crew sweatshirt (similar), Old Navy flannel, Gap boyfriend jeans, Old Navy oxfords (similar), Charming Charlie purse, Tory burch polarized sunglasses, Make Up Forever lipstick

Not So Fast

Unless you are a Chicagaoan vacationing somewhere warm like me, you're still experiencing frigidness - thank goodness for Florida! While the calendar promised spring, it seems that the mumblings and grumblings about the cold wil not dissipate for a bit yet. Therefore, keep your sweater tights, wool coats, and gloves in close reach.

NY & Co leather jacket, American Apparel sweater, XXI blouse, Charming Charlie brooch, vintage plaid skirt, Audrey Brooke booties

What to Wear this Weekend

Jack by BB Dakota fur vest (similar), American Apparel "Chicago" sweatshirt, Old Navy plaid shirt (similar), Gap jeans, Clarks boots (similar here and here), purse via Crossroads (similar), Stella & Dot necklace (similar, if wrapped twice), Tory Burch sunglasses

Two Ways To Wear...

...a plaid blazer!

First, we have the edgy way. A jean vest and leather jeans call to mind the Nirvana era while a metallic tee and leopard loafers keep me from looking like Courtney Love.

Plaid blazer (similar here or here), Minkpink tee (similar here and here), XXI jean vest, Rock & Republic jeans (similar), Steve Madden leopard loafers (similar), Stella & Dot necklace

Second, we have the preppy way. A silk scarf, wide leg trousers, and bow topped pumps topped with a peacoat make it look like I just stepped out of a Ralph Lauren store. 

Plaid blazer (similar here or here), Gap sweater (similar), ASOS trousers, vintage scarf (similar), J. Crew peacoat, Audrey Brooke bow pumps, J.Crew leopard belt (similar)

Which way do you prefer?

Jenny Crew

It's no surprise that I'm obsessed with J.Crew. I mean, what girl isn't?! Although the new arrivals feature more pastel colors than primary, mixing stripes & plaid, wearing men's shirts/sweaters, and doning gems every day can be almost 100% attributed to Jenna Lyons and is therefore, quintessentially J.Crew. 

J.Crew plaid shirt (similar), American Apparel sweater, Narcisco Rodriguez for DesigNation Crepe Tuxedo Pants, Audrey Brooke pumps, Target necklace (similar), gray suede clutch

Share Your Love

On days like today when it's bitterly cold, I didn't sleep well, the phones are ringing off the hook at work, and I want to take the next plane out of town, I remember how gosh darn lucky I am for being able to give and receive love every, single day. So, I called my fiancé and shared my sentiment. Who can you share your love with today?

Loft skirt, Old Navy sweater (graphic sweaters here), J.Crew shirt (similar), Nine West boots (similar), Assets tights, Stella & Dot hoops and Renegade Cluster bracelet, Michael Kors watch, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Smells Like Teen Spirit

Graphic tee with a few (intentional) holes. Flannel shirt untucked and unbuttoned. Slightly worn leather accessories. At face value, these items combined could be considered grunge, but after closer inspection, you'll notice I added some glam with sparkle, a red lip, and snakeskin.

H&M jacket (similar), J.Crew plaid shirt, XXI graphic tee, JC Penney belt (similar), Gap legging jeans, Clarks boots, Charming Charlie clutch (similar), Stella & Dot necklace, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Hunted

I finally pulled the trigger on some Hunters. And by I, I mean, my fiance. He bought them for me well before Christmas, and I've worn them often before they were photographed. I haven't needed to wear the Smart Wool socks with them yet, but I'm sure 2013 has some chilly days ahead...among many other amazing things, including our wedding! Happy New Year to you all!

Outfit #1: J.Crew Peacoat, Gap fisherman sweater, H&M chambray shirt, Gap black jeans, Longchamp Expandable Travel Bag, Fownes Brothers leather gloves, American Apparel earmuffs, Givenchy Irresistible Raspberry lipstick
Outfit #2: NY & Co toggle coat, Urban Outfitters sweater, Old Navy flannel shirt, Mavi Serena skinny jeans, Kensie sunglasses, Nars Heat Wave lipstick, Stella & Dot gold hoops

I'm dreaming of a non-rainy Christmas

All I want for Christmas is a rain-free day. Okay, that's not true - I also want some cool shoes, and books, and The Avengers on DVD. But a rain-free day is high on my list, because we haven't had one of those in a while.

This skirt just screams "Christmas" to me, so I wore it practically the same way as I did this time last year. (And after looking at that old post, I really miss my red hair.)

I hope all of you have a merry Christmas!

Turtleneck: Kohl's

Skirt: vintage, from an antique show

Boots: Jessica Simpson from Macy's

Earrings and bracelet: gift

Belt: thrifted

Stoplight

Old Navy shirt, vintage leather skirt, LOFT tights, Nine West booties, United Colors of Benetton purse, J.Crew overcoat, Charming Charlie necklace, Stella & Dot Petra bracelet, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Strike a Cord

I thought I was done with corduroy. I am over bootcut styles in general, and a flared option felt way too Grateful Dead for me. Then, I entered Loft. These skinny cords are the softest, comfiest, flattering-est pair of pants I have ever put on my behind. Considering I bought two pairs (featured in yesterday's post) and the website shows that they've received over 100 positive reviews, I suggest you hit up your local store and pick up a pair...or two.

LOFT skinny cords and sweater, vintage plaid, B. Makowsky purse, Steve Madden booties, Hot Sox socks, Stella & Dot earrings and bracelet, Michael Kors watch, H&M jacket, Foster Grant sunnies

Varsity Reds

Surprisingly, I was never a football player, but I did have many friends who were during high school (including my now bf). When "Varsity Blues" came out in 1999, my hometown felt a great deal like West Canaan, TX. No, we didn't have Jon Voight as varsity's head coach, our teachers didn't moonlight as strippers, and no one named Billy Bob drove around with a potbelly pig; however, the team did do whatever they wanted (with little consequence) and Friday's in the fall were always spent at McCracken Field, whether you had any connection to a player. I feel like this type of outfit, in our school colors of black & orange, certainly fits the bill for attending a home game. Well, maybe flats instead of stilettos...you know how dangerous traversing that stadium seating can be!

Princess Vera cardigan, XXI peplum tee and plaid shirt, Gap boyfriend jeans, J.Crew belt & purse, Sam Edelman pumps, BCBG sunnies