Mirror in the Sky

When: March 19, 2011

What:

Dress: Target

Jacket: Gap (similar jacket)

Boots: Mossimo Target via Goodwill

Scarf: Old Navy 

Tights: Forever 21

Necklaces: gifts

Where: Shooting photos with my dad at the Rose Garden in Washington Park

Why: Can it please be spring now? Tomorrow is the first official day of spring and I decided to jump the gun by wearing some floral and pastel colors. Although the roses aren't in bloom, there were some other beautiful flowers to at least make it look like spring even though the weather disagrees. I was tired of wearing jeans so I grabbed this dress, with tights, it feels like I'm in pajamas. Perfect. I love the denim jacket! It's the first one I've ever owned and this is the first time I've worn it even though I've had it since August. I just needed a little inspiration. I like the boots with this outfit, but I'm not sure if I love them. They were great considering that the area was muddy and they aren't super nice, but perhaps next time I would try a springier shoe. 

Tomorrow I am shopping with my mom! I went to the mall yesterday with Paul to shop for him and do my first research run. Ha ha, I needed to scope around what I like so I don't go too insane with lust. I found a bunch of things I love at J. Crew. Hopefully I'll be bringing back some new things to show you! I think I deserve it, since all the shopping I have in Corvallis is Goodwill and TJ Maxx. That's also why I can't give you many links to the items I wear, because they're all remixed from past seasons. And we all know how quickly the fashion industry moves. 

Hope you're all having a great spring break! I'm crossing my fingers for some sun. 

Oh, and Beau says, "herro." 

Sing Sweetly Party Dress

On this week's episode of Glee (one of my must watch shows), Quinn Fabray was wearing the same dress I wore in my post The Only Girl in the World. I guess I'm not the only girl in the world that has this dress!

It's called the "Sing Sweetly Party Dress" from anthropologie. 

I've been thinking of doing a series of posts that are affordable outfits inspired by Glee character's wardrobes. What do you think?

Tripod Oo la la

When: March 6, 2011


What: 
Cardigan: Nordstrom B.P.
Skirt: Goodwill
Tank top: Forever21
Boots: Ugg via Nordstrom 


Where: To church and around campus


Why: Before I talk about my outfit, one thing first: my dad is loaning me his tripod! Aren't these pictures great? I feel like being able to shoot on manual, and go at my own pace, I got much better photos for you all! It was so much fun! I may not have many more outfits for the rest of the term (nothing is happening but finals), but hopefully I'll get my own tripod and my photos will get that much better. 


Honestly, this is the first thing I thought of this morning. I'm not completely satisfied with this outfit, but it's can be kind of like a rough draft, right? That's what's great about clothes: mixing and matching! And I definitely want to mix and match more things into my wardrobe, so I've decided not to give up shopping for lent. I think that choosing that would be setting myself up for failure. So, now I'm throwing around the idea of giving up drinks other than water. That includes coffee, that includes alcohol, that includes crystal light. Someone was talking to me today and she was like, "What about carbonated drinks?" I responded, "I can only have water, but I suppose I could have carbonated water." She proceeded, "What about pop?" Me: "Um, no, I can only have water." It's kind of sad how our generation doesn't realize how important water really is, and how some people live their lives only searching for that one thing: clean water. 


I have to decide what I'm giving up by Tuesday (otherwise known as Fat Tuesday). I hope some of you bloggers out there will do Mardi Gras outfits! Turns out Mardi Gras isn't a holiday all about plastic beads and flashing your chest. It's actually a Catholic holiday signifying the last day before lent. Purple symbolized justice, green is faith, and yellow is power- the Rex Parade, an organization of the School of Design chose the colors. Win for design. 

Collegiate Cute

When: March 5, 2011


What: 
Cardigan: Gap
Shirt: Gap
Jeans: Levi's
Belt: Anne Klein via TJ Maxx
Shoes: Jack Purcell via Nordstrom 


Where: Out and about in downtown Corvallis


Why:  I decided that I needed to do a "weekendi" look (yeah, Kendi's name has cute puns and mine doesn't, so I just steal hers). Something comfy, casual, and cute (that's Amber's motto). This look is totally preppy collegiate and I love it! I am in love with my Jack Purcells. It's kind of funny, because my mom wore Jack Purcells back in college. I'm carrying on the legacy. Forget the chucks, I have jacks. 


We got up Saturday morning and went looking for a local flea market. Well, it doesn't exist. So, we did the next best thing, and went to the local consignment shop (which is the closest thing we get to a mall here), Second Glance, and shopped away. They are proud supporters of the Oregon State University Fashion Organization (OSUFO), and they mentioned that they want to display some recycled fashions in the window. We traded contact info, and perhaps we'll be seeing the music dress on display! 


Right now, I am working for spring break. This year, the break will be a staycation, and that's ok, as long as I get a reprieve from the toil! I know you're all working hard too. Keep it up, it's worth it. 

The Only Girl in the World

 When: February 18, 2011


What: 
Dress: Anthropologie
Necklace: LOFT
Shoes: Nine West from Piperlime
Mask: Self made


Where: Chi Omega's Persephone's formal dance- masquerade theme


Why: I fell in love with this dress while shopping for my sister's birthday. I had to have it! I am obsessed with the neckline and the colors. Plus, the birds are adorable! Also, those shoes are amazing. So comfortable. Plus I'm 6'1" in them, what's not to like? This isn't necessarily my most formal outfit, it feels more like a garden party ensemble, but I was feeling it, so I wore it. 


I wasn't expecting much from this dance, but I actually had a great time! The best moment of the night was when Paul and I attempted to swing dance to Mambo #5. It was sooooo fun! I think we'll be taking swing lessons this summer.


Oh, and this is Paul. Isn't he a gem? If you're wondering, he's 6'5". What a sweetheart! 


Do you like his new suit? He's stylish as well. :D 

Mixed Neutrals

When: February 17, 2011

What:

Dress: Target

Cardigan: Oldnavy

Belt: Nordstrom B.P.

Tights: Forever 21

Boots: Target

Earrings: Anne Bocci Boutique

Where: Out to dinner at Local Boyz for my suite mate Amber's 19th birthday! 

Why: I got this dress over the weekend when I was in Portland, and I'm so glad I bought it! I've thought of a ton of different combos! This is what I did to dress it up for winter. I loved doing mixed neutrals: navy, gray, and brown. It all came together so nicely. This outfit made me feel great. (You can't really see my earrings, but they're adorable leaf earrings!) 

So the end of the week is upon us. My friends Flynn, Palmer and I (we are the ones with unique names) are just finishing up our Recycled Fashion Show 2011: Dumpsters to Diamonds entry. Look for photos on my portfolio page soon! 

And tomorrow Paul is coming to town for the Chi Omega masquerade ball! Expect photos this weekend. Next week is going to be hectic, I have a slew of deadlines falling on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, but it will all be worth it, because I will have some beautiful projects to share with you all. 

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Have a great weekend! 

Photo Credit to the wonderful and amazing: Julie Ruppert 

Like A Virgin

When: February 9, 2011

What:

Shirt: J. Crew

Sweater: J. Crew

Jeans: Levi's

Shoes: Jack Purcell's from Nordstrom

Necklace: A gift from Paul

Where: To classes!

Why: I was feeling pretty preppy today. Let's be real, it looks sunny in these pictures, but it's frickin' cold. The sweater is such nice cashmere, it keeps me so warm! I love pairing it with collared shirt because it brings a pop of color to an otherwise dark outfit. I love this ensemble because its comfortable, casual, and classy. I would say this outfit was a well spent v-card for my virgin blog. Welcome!

Photography Credit: Julie Ruppert.