Lacey Business

| Blazer - Kohl's | Similar | T-Shirt - Target | Similar | Shorts & Shoes - H&M | Similar Shorts | Similar Shoes | Bracelet - J.Crew Factory | Similar | 

Lace shorts were on my list of must-haves this summer and I was no disappointed.  This was the comfiest party outfit I've had for years.  The shorts and shirt were like PJs!  Definitely chic.  Super cute.  Happiest girl in town.  They look great with a chambray shirt and booties too.  The possibilities were endless.  

Not sure if they will be so cute in winter with tights, but it's worth a go.  Especially since I feel like 2+ months just wasn't enough time with them!

Pep-y Business

| Jacket & Shoes - H&M | Similar Jacket | Similar Shoes | Skirt - The Limited | Similar Skirt | Tank Top & Necklace - Target | Similar Tank Top | Similar Necklace | Other Jewelry - Gifts | 

I love this jacket - it's warm and fits well, so I don't have to think much about what I wear underneath.  And I love that it does all the talking.  No worry business professional.  Which worked out well, since I didn't put too much effort into this outfit and ended up going to a talk with the First Lady of Pennsylvania.  NBD.  

Dotted Once

| Dress & Bag - H&M | Similar Dress | Similar Bag | Shoes - Old Navy | Similar |  

I live within 20 minutes of an H&M.  This is so dangerous.  Before the move I was an hour and a half a way.  That was some serious driving and dedication to get to my Mecca.  No it's like NBD, I'll just run to H&M, do a quick run through a voila.  My bank account is screwed.

The first trip to my new H&M I purchased this dress and bag (as well as a pair of shorts & a jacket) and I'm so glad I did.  This bag carries everything I could ever need but looks super chic and much higher end ("Sarah where did you get that bag?" "H&M" "SHUT UP.").  The dress is light and airy but looks nice and polished.  It's perfect for a walk in Central Park (that actually happened) and a day at the office without feeling too stuffy.  

Also I may or may not have a thing for navy polka dot dresses.

Sabrina

| Dress & Heels - H&M | Similar Dress | Similar Heels | Pearl Cluster Necklace - Express | Similar | Black Bow - Claire's | Similar | Watch - Michael Kors | Similar | Gold Pave Link Bracelet - J.Crew Factory | Similar | 

This dress makes me feel like Audrey Hepburn in Sabrina.  I've always loved LBD's and I could never have too many.  The classic cut of this one had to make it's way into my closet.  I have worn bows for a while, and even though I wear them less and less the older I get, I still am drawn to them.  Maybe once in a while, I can get away with it.

Oh Say, Can You See?

[Sunnies - Warby Parker; T-Shirt & Booties - Target; Cardigan - H&M; Jeggings - Express; Scarf - Do Everything in Love]

I've had an American flag scarf on my list for a while when I saw it on Jessica at Seams for a Desire.  Luckily, my baby brother loves me... and his country ('Merica), so I got one for Christmas.  Perfect timing for the Olympics!  Even though the games in Sochi may be over, I'm still showing my patriot side.

I also may have loved the chicken nugget commercial for McDonald's... a little too much?

[Bangles - Alex & Ani; Earrings - Gift]

Dress like a Middleton at H&M

[Photo 1 & Photo 2 c/o People; Seafoam Shift Dress; Lace Dress; Cableknit Sweater; Booties; Purple Workout Top]

The best thing that happened to the online shopping world this past year was H&M going online.  I'm so in love and I'm pretty sure my bank account is really scared of the future.  Dressing like a Middleton is easy at H&M because Pippa shops there!  There were so many cute things I found on the site when working on this post and I kept thinking - oh I've seen her wear something like this!  She was recently spotted sporting a cableknit (I then proceeded to try and zoom the pic to see her engagement ring - I have a problem).  She's constantly running in grays, blacks, pinks & purples.  She inspired me to buy booties like these.  But when I saw this seafoam shift dress, I immediately thought of this shirt that she has worn on multiple occasions.  It has a Downton look to it, kind of, don'tchya think?

Moral of the story: I'm in love.  I also think that the plaid scarf on that site will end up in my closet sooner than later.......

Houndstooth-y

[Coat - H&M, Skirt - The Limited, Shoes - Target]

Disclaimer: I'm the coldest girl in the world in these pics.  How does Kate Middleton do all those public outings in the blustery, bone-chilling English winters?  I mean, to look so chic and so lack of bundled. AH!  I don't know how she pulls it off.

But nevertheless, coats are a fashion statement and I tend to adore going a little nuts with my winter apparel.  True story - I have not bought a black winter coat ever.  Well, one time I owned a black coat with mod circles and polka dots that were various colors of white and pink.  IT WAS AWESOME.  Then some mean, judgemental girl I befriended (I like making friends... haha) in college told me it was stupid.  She also wore jean skirts in a tulle and leather mini world so there!  Bitter?  Yes.  I'm learning to let go...

Long story short, I love coats.  Coats are fun.  Coats can be a fashion statement.  Winter is still evil.

Pumpkin Shopping

[T-Shirt, Purse, S-Necklace & Booties - Target; Jeans - American Eagle; Cardigan - H&M]

It was windy & cold and we really weren't expecting that type of weather.  I'm so not ready for fall.  However, boyfriend promised me a pumpkin before the season was over (he doesn't know it yet, but he will be trying my roasted pumpkin seeds).  I wish this big pappy was the one I took home but I picked a perfect and small one that I held like a child all the way home.  

I hope you're enjoying the last remnants of fall before stupid winter is upon us! :P 

Weekend Getaway

[Necklace, Bag & Booties - Target; Sweater, Dress as Skirt, Knot Bracelet, Elephant Bracelet, Bow Ring, Infinity Ring - Forever 21; Belt - H&M; Pearl Nest Ring - 3:10 Rosemont]

I love Alexandria.  Just love. A couple of weekends ago, we traveled to the Port City for some relaxation and much needed get out of town fun.  I love the old buildings, brick, pretty colors, and fall decorations.  I could just walk around here for days and days and find something new each time.  I even discovered a Lou Lou's (accessory store) and Paper Source to indulge my weaknesses.  And I'm pretty sure I gained 12 lbs with all the delicious food I consumed including the most awesome Middle Eastern cuisine I've ever had (fried artichokes, anyone?)

Failure

Boyfriend & I tend to take pictures after church because people tend not to be out, the sun isn't too insane, and he then can go home and watch football for the day.  These were the two best things I could find out of over 100 pictures.  Maybe we should focus more on the overall attempt: looking like Pippa!  The sweaterdress is one of the great items of fall.

[Photo Courtesy of People]

[Necklace - Target; Dress & Belt - H&M; Boots - Aerosoles; Sunnies - RayBan]