Tucked Away

[Headband, Necklace, Belt, Jeans, & Shoes - Target; Sunnies - Ray Bans; Cardigan & Bracelet - J.Crew Factory; Watch - Michael Kors; Tank Top - White House Black Market]

I love looking through old family photos.  The 80s were a time of big hair, neon clothes, and lots of acid wash.  However, my mom didn't seem to follow those trends (except for elbow pads... she did like elbow pads... ew).  She somehow seemed to look super classic and put together even in that hideous decade.  One of the things I have noticed that she did often was tuck her shirt into her pants.  Remember those days??  I remember her wanting to tuck my shirt in and I hated it.  I always felt that it made me look tubby.

When I bought this belt, I didn't try it on (dummy) and realized after I brought it home, it was made for my hips, not my waist as intended.  Why have an adorable belt holding up your pants if you can't show it off?  I decided to suck it up (or suck it in) and try the tucked in look.  Do you wear this look?  DO you think the tuck in is coming back (thanks, J.Crew)?

Spring Wish List

[1: Mint Sandals - ModCloth; 2: Tory Burch Wallet - ShopBop; 3: Cherokee Jean Jacket - Target; 4: Coral Romper - LuLu's; 5: Tory Burch Lace Shorts - Cusp; 6: Pearl Ribbon Necklace - J.Crew; 7: Rose Gold Infinity Rings - Gorjana; 8: Black Bikini - Anthropologie; 9: Blue Chair - One Kings Lane; 10: Teal Maxi Dress - Mango; Black & White Striped Mini Skirt - H&M; BKR Water Bottle - The Trend Boutique]

I'm so ready for some Spring shopping!  I already started with picking up the jean jacket at Target (I'm a bigger fan of the kid's one than the woman's... is that bad?) and I think the next item on my list is that black bikini from Anthro.  I don't love myself in a bathing suit (ok, who does?) so I like finding flirty and girly pieces that don't look like you'd find them at a bodybuilding contest.  I've had my eye on a top exactly like this, thank you Miranda Kerr picture on Pinterest, and think it's time to pounce.  Plus, I can always save money and buy black bottoms at Old Navy or Target.

What is on your spring wish list?  Pastels?  Maxi Dresses?  Lace Shorts?  

Girly Military

[Blouse, Tank & Tights - Target; Necklace - Kohl's; Skirt - TJMaxx; Heels - Payless]

When I saw this army green top, I just knew I had to have it and exactly what I would wear with it.  I saw a pic pinned of an army green blouse and a lace pencil skirt - so tough and romantic at the same time!  The weather is getting nicer too, so between the new top and the 50 degrees, I was ecstatic.  Not to mention I got to get Indian food right after this.  I'm in love.

Would you try mixing tough with soft in an outfit?

Pantone Colors of Spring 2014

[Bag - Net-A-Porter; Nail Polish - Butter London; Bracelet - Accessorize; Scarf - J.Crew; Belt - 2020 Ave; Top - Anthropologie; Jacket - ShopBop; Dress - ModCloth; Heels - LuLu's; Skirt - Forever 21]

It's that time of year again - Pantone has released the colors of Spring.  Which colors are you excited to sport this season?  

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]