OOTD + a few Anthro Reviews

Green has always been one of my favorite colors.  Lately, mint green has become my new obsession.  In fact, I've added quite a few mint colored items to my spring/summer wardrobe over the past couple months.  This outfit shows that off!

Cardigan: Target (HERE)

Blouse: Banana Republic Outlet

Skirt: JCPenney

Belt: Anthropologie

Shoes: Target

Necklace & Bracelet: J. Crew Outlet

I visited my local outlet mall this past weekend and when I saw this bracelet and necklace at the J. Crew Outlet, I knew they both had to come home with me.  I also picked up some other goodies at the brand new LOFT outlet, which I'll be sharing with you in the next few days....stay tuned. :)

Now on to the Anthro reviews:
I recently caved and placed an online order at Anthropologie when I saw that 2 "must-have" items were almost sold out in my size!

1) Anadyomene Cardigan

I knew I had to have this cardigan and really wanted to hold out until sale, but when I saw only 2 of the turquoise color remained in my size I broke down and ordered!  I'm wearing an XL.... I took the advice of many of the reviews and sized up for this one.  Glad I did because it is very form fitting.  The XL accomodates my 36D bust better and gives a *little* extra lenght than the L.  I know this because I did try on both the L and XL last month while I was in the store.  The fabric is so soft, the turquoise color is devine (it's a true, bright turquoise in person - my pics make it look darker than it really is), and I love the sweetheart neck and detailing.  It matches the teal color in the Shirt the Issue dress perfectly. 

2) Checkmate Tank

I've had my eye on this for a while - the reviews were all so good!  When I saw only one remained in my usual size 12, I caved.  The material is great and I love the subtle gingham detailing along the neck and hem.  I also agree with other reviewers that the shape is great - it nips in at the waist and then flares out again at just the right spot.  However, my normal size was too tight in the bust.  Even with the smocking in the back, I couldn't get the zipper all the way up in the back! :(  It's definitely a very fitted blouse, so I'd recommend sizing up.  Even if there was a pop back in the next size up, I think I'd pass on this due to the short length on my 5'7" frame.  It's just too short for my comfort zone.  Verdict: back it goes.

3) Tortoise Petals Barrette

While ordering the above 2 pieces, I decided to throw this cute barrette into my cart as well, seeing as it's an online exclusive.  I LOVE this barrette!  It's so well made and the tortoiseshell flowers are so pretty.  There are little faux pearls and rhinestones glued to the center of each flower.  I have thick hair, so many clips like this don't hold much of my hair (or pop open after I close the clip).  However, this one holds a good amout of my hair back securely - it's perfect!  Highly recommend!


Does anyone else cave and buy things full price if you see your size dwindling online???

Stop and Smell the Roses

Even though it was freezing outside, today was a beautiful day.  The sun was so bright that it caused the snow and ice-covered parking lots to sparkle.  The sky was so blue that if you only looked up and ignored the large snow piles, it appeared to be a spring day. 
Despite the fact that I have a super-busy next couple of weeks at work, I was able to find moments today to relax and enjoy my surroundings.  I especially enjoyed taking time out from working with one of my students to hear about his weekend and play a game of "Hang Man."  He loved it and it brought a smile to my face as well!

Today I'm wearing a top which is the only thing I've ever bought (and actually kept) from Ruche.  I just adore the pretty rose print.  So much in fact, that I decided to overlook the awkward fit and keep it.  Well, not the fit exactly...that is fine.  The problem is that the fabric twists around at the top causing the vertical "stripe" down the middle to become misaligned...I have to constantly readjust it throughout the day!  Oh well!  I also pulled out a bright coral-colored skirt that I bought from J. Crew years ago.  It's lovely, but I haven't worn it forever because it's way too long and I still haven't gotten it hemmed yet.  I pulled the waist way up Steve Urkle style to make it a little shorter, hence why I decided to leave the shirt untucked and belt over my cardigan.  Guess I really need to take it over to my mother-in-law soon so she can shorten it for me in time for spring!!!

Blouse: Ruche

Cardigan: Old Navy

Skirt: J. Crew

Belt: Forever 21

Tights: Merona Premium Opaque Tights in navy (Target)

Shoes: Indigo by Clarks - Purse

Earrings: Etsy shop Nest Pretty Things by tamar (very similar here and here....or, check out all of her super pretty jewelry HERE!)

Are you able to "stop and smell the roses" even when you are really busy and stressed?  If so, what are your favorite ways to do so?

Vintage Orange & Gold {OOTD}

Hi Readers!

Another busy week here.  Lots of things to catch up on at work and around the house.  Guess I shouldn't have been a lazy bum this past weekend :/  Oh well, catching up on my shows and catching up on Season Six of Grey's Anatomy on instant Netflix are also important things on the "to-do" list..haha!

On Sunday, my husband and I went to his grandpa's house for lunch.  He invited the whole family over so we could sort through grandma's jewelry.  Everyone got to chose what they wanted and the one thing that jumped out at me was this ring:

I love the vintage style and the beautiful coral-colored stone.  The setting is 14k gold, but we're not sure what the stone is.  My mother-in-law immediately said, "This one looks like you, Meghan."  I was wearing an orange cardigan with gold accessories that day and the ring matched perfectly, so it was meant to be and I gladly snatched it up.  It's nice to have a unique piece of jewelry that will remind me of grandma for many years to come.

Today I re-created my outfit from Sunday so I could show off my new ring at work:

Cardigan:  New York & Company
Blouse:  Macy's
Necklace:  J. Crew Outlet
Earrings:  Banana Republic Outlet
Skirt:  Anthropologie Field Skirt in gold
Belt:  Anthropologie Looping Lanes belt
Tights:  Simply Vera Ribbed Tights in brown (Kohl's)
Boots:  Steven by Steve Madden Intyce in cognac (here)
Ring:  via Grandma Del's treasure chest

Do any of you have any unique vintage pieces that belonged to a loved one?

Second time's a charm

For my OOTD, I wore a shirt and necklace that have only been worn once before (and never paired together either).  I was drawn to this green top last spring not only because of the color (I LOVE green!) but because of the unique floral/swirl embroidery on the front and back of it.  I wore it once right after I got it and then it got lost in my closet!  I stumbled upon it this week and decided it was about time this top was paired with a cardi.  I can't believe I haven't worn this necklace more often either...it has tons of colors in it and could be paired with so much.  A closet/ jewelry box re-organization is much needed in the near future so I can take inventory of what I have and start doing some remixing!

Shirt: Studio M (Macy's)

Cardigan: J. Crew Outlet

Pants: LOFT Denim Trousers

Shoes: Indigo by Clarks - Purse (my review here)

Necklace: LOFT

Bracelet: Pandora



Even though I didn't have to work on Monday, this week has seemed to drag on.  I've been exhausted all day and I can't wait to crawl in bed!!  Thank goodness tomorrow is Friday :)  Perhaps I'll attempt a closet clean out/ organization this weekend.  It's been a while since I've tackled this and my closet is a disaster.  Any advice of where to begin???

Plaid with daisy chains or dotty clusters?!

Who would have thought that the most difficult decision I had to make today was chosing which pair of tights to wear with my outfit?!  They're my two favorite pair of tights so I guess I couldn't go wrong either way.  Which do you think look better with the plaid shirt, plaid flats, field skirt combo?

Plaid shirt: J. Crew Outlet

Skirt: Anthropologie Field Skirt (in dark grey)

Belt: Banana Republic Outlet

Shoes: Kohls

Tights #1: Anthropologie Daisy Chain (in wine)

Tights #2: Anthropologie Dotty Cluster

I bought the grey version of the Field Skirt long before I got the gold one.  The gold is way different and way better in my opinion.  It's a much thicker and more structured fabric than the grey which makes it hang better and poof less.  Oh well, I still do like the grey version...it goes with a lot and the lighter weight fabric will make it easier to wear in warmer weather.