Breakfast at Tiffany's

Because sometimes you have to channel your inner Audrey. I am so excited for the weekend, this has been a long week. I love Saturdays for snuggling with my favorites, indulging in some yummy food, and even getting some errands done. Alright, so maybe it's not riveting, but it's my kind of day!

xo

-A-

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Date Night/Blog-versary

One year ago today...I embarked on this blogging journey and haven't looked back since! It has been so amazing to receive so much love from friends, family, and wonderful strangers! I now have a growing fashion blog, an Indy Style Blogger group, and a community of fellow bloggers to emulate. Thank you to everyone for your support and for stopping by my little adventure!

Anywho, date night...

Aaron and I attempt to have one wonderful night devoted to each other; because work, family, friends, and random stresses take precedence during the week. Friday night we went out to Drakes and enjoyed some delicious fare paired with even more delicious beer! Afterwards, we headed to Cooper's Hawk to pick up our monthly wine and of course partake in their super fun and yummy wine tastings. It's so nice when we get to spend quality time together and indulge in both unhealthy and non-budget friendly activities. We try to stay healthy and on budget 5-6 days a week, so it's important to us to allow ourselves some fun! 

My look for the evening was this freaking adorable top I snagged at Nordstrom, in their Savvy department. It is slightly cropped, so I figured these high waisted jeans would be a great pairing. I don't usually wear heels, but if not on date night, when? I love these bootie/sandal/pumps from Shoedazzle! I put links to super cute similar options below. Topping off any look with a clutch is perfect for a chic night out on the town!

What's your date night like? 

xo

-A-

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Just like old times

Today's look is very vintage inspired. These Free People jeans are super flared, which I love! It adds drama to the look and is very on trend! Paired with a knit beanie and there you have it, a simple yet not boring look. Vintage looks are so fun to play around with, because you can utilize newer pieces or actual vintage pieces. I like to find vintage style pieces, which are abundant with certain brands such as Free People. Pairing them with vintage items can amp up the look or you can wear more modern pieces to just have a vintage element. 

What's your favorite vintage era?

xo

-A-

Cruella du jour

You will find a few of my thrifted items this week! This amazing fur coat being one of them. I snagged this baby for $17! Such a great deal. This is definitely not an everyday coat, but perfect when your outfit needs that extra bit of drama. It will also be great for a fancy affair. I paired it with a simple pair of jeans and black blouse. I really wanted to highlight the coat. 

What's your favorite way to dress up in the super chilly temps?

xo

-A-

Color me sepia!

Today's look is a combination of vintage style and actual vintage! The hat is vintage inspired, the sweater is a vintage sweater from Adorn boutique, and the jeans are a great pair of Paige jeans I snagged at the Toggery for only $28!! What a steal! 

I love finding great items at resale boutiques. A lot of times, myself included, I give up great gently used items because they simply don't fit. Yes, you may have to pass by a few atrocities, but it will be worth it in the end! 

How do you thrift? 

xo

-A-

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Chili days

I'm off to the 3rd annual chili cook-off among friends! I'm entering my meat and bean spicy chili, so wish me luck! I wore this outfit last night for my date night with Aaron. This super cute blazer is great to throw on a black dress to jazz things up. I love neutral looks, that's pretty obvious if you scroll through my blog, but I like to throw in patterns and color to change things up a bit. No matter what your style is it's important to always have a few statement pieces in your repertoire! 

What's your favorite way to jazz up your style?

xo

-A- 

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Midi's, flares, gold, oh my!

One might read that headline and think this is a vintage post, but in fact it is a very modern look, with a super amazing top from, yet again, Le Tote! I love the midi sleeve due to it's stylish yet conservative style and pairing it with a classic flare jean just seems like a marriage made in 60's heaven. I am sure my mother will love to hear that I love gold jewelry. I swore up and down, in my teen years, that gold was out. Beyond out. Never coming back. It is safe to say that it is unwise to swear off any style, because before you know it that trend will find it's way in to your closet. Gold jewelry is officially trendy and my personal preference, so I officially apologize for my naive and premature kibosh on it's value to the stylish people of the world. 

xo

-a-

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Top: Le Tote

Jeans: Gap

Necklace: Le Tote

Look out Kelly Kapowski

I've said it before, I'll say it again. Fashion ebbs and flows. That being said, the 80's are back...pause for reaction...

Yay! (that's my reaction)

Well, that might just be me, but I absolutely love when old trends come back. It's fun to channel a different time and reinvent a style from a past era. Today's look is eerily similar to one or a hundred episodes of Saved by the Bell. White washed denim is 80's enough, but paired with denim jeans. Hello!! Gotta love some denim on denim. What's your favorite "old" trend? 

xo

-a-

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Top: Nordstrom (old), Similar c/o Nordstrom, Similar

Jeans: American Eagle

Shoes: Old Navy