Wintery Mix

top and leggings: forever 21, sweater: ann taylor, boots: asos

 Oh my goodness, the temperature outside! I literally had to let my hands thaw out before typing this. I know the South is definitely not experiencing the worst of this polar vortex, but us Tennesseans are not used to 15 degrees weather. It also has left me in quite a clothing shock, as I really don't own proper clothes for these temperatures. Plus, it's very tempting to stay completely wrapped up in a blanket and not look even the least bit chic. Could the Snuggie become a fashion trend now? Please? So, between the inches of rain, little bit of snow, and a whole lot of ice, I layered a denim button up, polka dot sweater, and ankle boots. Just like a wintery mix. (Plus, the denim, sweater, and leather combo has me asking "Am I Alexa yet?!")

Moments

Just some random moments I captured during this past week:

1. The view from my living room of the sky at dusk.

2. Early Saturday morning spent admiring the awesomeness of Alexa Chung.

3. The vintage coat gifted to me by my Aunt.

4. Dancing, stretching, dreaming.

One for the Road

 top and flower crown: myself, jacket: forever 21, shorts: american apparel, boots: asos 

Is there a single outfit that a good leather jacket can't instantly make cool? Even with an ultra femme flower crown and lace top I feel a bit more swag when I add the leather jacket. I'm especially happy to be wearing this one today, as I found it on clearance at Forever 21 just yesterday. As soon as I slipped it on my friend Andi said "it's very Alex Turner", and with that, I headed to the cash register. If you're unsure why those simple words would confirm the necessity of me buying it, then please, allow me to leave you with One for the Road...

Happy New Year

all pictures from tumblr

Happy New Year's Eve! I can't believe it's here already! It seems like just a month or two ago I was sitting around a campfire and ringing in 2013. My, how time flies. I have huge hopes for 2014 though, and even bigger plans. I have so much that I've been working on that I will be able to watch come to life during this new year, and I simply can't wait! Plus, 2014 is an even number so we're off to a good start already! Anyways, while I have huge plans for 2014, I also have a few resolutions.

 1. To update my phone to iOS7. Hard right? I don't know how I'll ever stick to it... haha! Seriously though, my second resolution is to travel! I actually shouldn't call this a new year's resolution, but a life resolution. I haven't seen nearly enough of this world, and I've just gotten to the point where I've decided I'm not going to sit idly by and let anymore time pass with me wishing I was somewhere. It seems I've caught the wanderlust bug, and  believe it's only for the best.

Bows

sweater: target, top, leggings, boots: forever 21, skirt: american apparel

And with this sweater, my obsession with bows continues. Not to mention how little and fluffy they are! (Insert excited girl shriek here.) While I was screaming over the cuteness of the bows, my peter pan collar top from my last post was screaming at me to be paired underneath. Then add a pink chiffon circle skirt, and randomly ankle boots, because my oxfords just didn't look quite right.

I'm also excited to mention that these pictures were taken with my brand new camera! I have switched to the Cannon Rebel SL1, and I already love it dearly. I'm still playing around with it's many cool features, and I love the quality of the pictures it takes. Shame on me for standing in poor quality light for these pictures (and not to mention my editing...), it really doesn't do this camera justice. Anyways, I'm excited to see more from this little baby.

Black and Lace

leggings and top: forever 21, sweater and shoes: old navy

Is it just me, or does anyone else have the weird post Christmas blues? There's so much anticipation for that one day, and then after it passes I always feel a bit "what-now-ish". With that said, Christmas was great though! My sister is in town again so I got to spend time with her, as well as with some cousins that I don't see nearly enough. Do I even need to mention my sugar intake over those days? Cookies. Cake. Yes. Just call me Santa Claus.

Silk and Tulle

A rainy Sunday afternoon is sometimes just the thing I need. It's the perfect opportunity to curl up with a cup of coffee, my dog, and a good book, spin some of my favorite records, catch up on up some work, and play on Polyvore. This of course is exactly what led to me creating this casual/classy outfit set. I know that underwear as outerwear is pretty much a trend that has passed, but I still love it, and I firmly believe that if done correctly even a passed trend can evolve into a lasting style. If you are still creating something beautiful from it, then it can't be bad can it? Anyways, I still love wearing feminine pieces with chunky sweaters, and if I had somewhere fancy to go, then I would happily wear the classy version of this outfit as well!