Is It February Yet - What I Wore

My Fall wardrobe essentials of late...

• Long & Chunky Scarf
• Leather
• Leopard
• Leggings
• Motorcycle Boot

Despite popping Airborne on a regular basis and drowning my organs with water, the minute I forget that everyone at work is throwing around their germs like a game of catch and leave my meds at my parents I wake up stuffy and foggy.  Now I'm trying to nurse myself back since I cannot afford to show to work on any level less than completely prepared. Its crunch time now as we put the final touches on the holiday set ups, organizing stock rooms for quick and easy fill ins for sales associates and making note of what we are still missing.  Stepping in for my manager has already proven to be quite challenging from dealing with a dwindling staff (if you don't want to work please don't waste my time....seriously there are people who actually need jobs and want them), to brand reps (I'm sorry you are paid to believe that your brand is the best and I don't doubt that the revamp will be successful but right now in my store it's just not the focus and the numbers reflect it so no you can't get the number one location during the holiday season.....) to still trying to actually accomplish something by the day's end.  Although now February can't arrive fast enough I know this is the kind of experience I need to not only move forward but to be able to successfully run my own store one day which is the ultimate goal so I guess I shouldn't complain too much....LOL

On a much happier note I finally wore my leather vest.  This leather vest was one of the first purchases I made over 4 years ago when I started my job and it was one of those amazing deals you just have to celebrate.  It was originally $200 or a bit more and I grabbed it for $50.  Its real leather, has a moveable trim thanks to the wire built in so you can mold it into a peplum if you'd like and it has a removable hood.  I did wear it once or twice that first year but haven't put it on since...until recently. I wore it out to my first appointment in the search for my wedding dress and the funny thing is my friend ended up wearing it more than I did.  She didn't want to take it off and it seems to be a reoccuring trend with her and my mom trying to steal some of things....I am on constant watch as they are both pretty crafty.

In all the wedding excitement and constant inspiration hunting that also seems to consume so much of time, I have decided to start a new blog (YAYYY!!!!) 

Its called The Awkward Bride (check it out HERE) and it is basically my wedding diary to rant and gush on my different experiences.  I would love it if you guys checked it out but don't worry I won't forget about Naughty Baubles.

The Weekenders - What I Wore

Quick escape out of town this weekend to celebrate the beginning of fall. Luckily I stopped by H&M and snagged some sweaters because despite the clear skies and bright sun, the breeze off the water was definitely brisk.  I'm really interested in cozy dressing right now so printed leggings and oversized sweaters have been in heavy rotation. I beg you not to call me lazy but with the pumpkin spice lattes now available and all the September mags stacking up, my body just wants curl up and get lost in glossy pages.

Anywho, everytime we go to Newport I always discover something new Ans this time it was an incredible spice, sugar and tea store. Not only did it fit perfectly with my hibernation state of mind but it happened to be exactly what I was in search of for the wedding. And on that note I am officially going for a vineyard wedding. The venue idea has been quite a debate and after tossing up a few ideas me and the Guy have finally settled. Now I just have to find one that's not already booked....LOL

Hope your Monday is going well and here's to the weekend!!!!

Ricky Rose` - What I Wore

Shirt/Jeans/Shoes - H&M

Lets just jump to the short version of this outfit post. Yes I am in H&M way to much and as usual I always find something that I just "have" to take home...something that I NEED.  This time around it all started with the shoes and the outfit grew from their.  

On another note, I hope everyone had a great long weekend for Labor Day.  With my mom's upcoming month long trip to Hawaii (so jealous), I spent it with her shopping.  The biggest purchase was the suitcase.  Despite handling luggage on a daily basis I don't think I ever paid attention to the cost. The last time I bought a suitcase was back in 2003 at Filene's Basement in Boston.  Everything their was a bargain and a hassle to purchase which soured the whole experience.  With the thought of the wedding registry and the my mom's urgent need a good set, I finally read the tags to compare and I'm pretty sure I choked....

Or was that my dad when I told him how much we would need???

Thankfully (more for him than me) I regrouped and we headed to T J Maxx where we not only found a great set that was the exact one in another store but a whopping $400 cheaper.  Bragging about our amazing find, I kept getting the snide remarks about buying from such a store but I have to tell you...I never had a problem with anything that I bought from any TJX store.  It amazes me what rationale people will use to keep from saving money. Price doesn't always equal quality it's just what good marketing has taught us. And no, I could not leave the store without sneaking something into my mom's carriage.  I've been flexing my tweeting muscles lately so if you're a follower you saw my changing room options and after a handful of pretty finds I ended up with the white button down that unbuttons up the back and is slightly sheer.  Absolute perfection and between my friends and family everyone keeps trying to steal it.  Don't worry though it'll make its debut in a outfit post soon.

Other than that I got a chance to spend some time with friends, barely catch up on Doctor Who,  and I got back to beading. Inspired by the need for a few arm party additions and Isabel Marant, I made some new favorites. Look for those hit the store by this weekend and if you want a sneak peak I snapped them with Instagram here. Thankfully its already hump day and I'm looking forward to another great weekend!!

See ya next post!!

Like A Doll - What I Wore

Skater Dress - H&M (similar dress HERE), Belt - Vintage, Earrings - Naughty Baubles (buy HERE), Shoes - H&M, Bracelet - Vintage

Having bought this dress a few weeks before we left for Newport and never once taking it out of the bag, I figured vacation would be an excellent chance to either wear it or return it.  I had been searching high and low for a skater dress after seeing Karen of Where Did U Get That rock a leopard version (see it HERE) and after a few unsuccessful fitting room adventures I found one with a perfect fit and length.  The only problem was the color....I wasn't quite sold.  However after pairing it with a vintage belt given to me by Great Aunt, my new favorite stud earrings that I made and prancing around all day I have to say I'm glad I caved in and bought it.  

Night Light - What I Wore

Well it looks like my camera isn't all that bad at night and I'm not that bad of a photographer after a couple of drinks.  These pics are from our first night on vacation and as I said before, I got a lot of use out of these shorts.  This time around I paired them with another sheer button down but in a fun floral print from H&M's Spring collection.  I'm sure it was a interesting sight for onlookers to watch me prop the camera on the window of a hardware store/dentist office and run practically into the street to get in front of the lens before the self timer ran out.  Atleast I didn't get the typical honk or outburst...that was definitely a blessing. 

That night we ended up eating at the Red Parrot.  I have a particular sweet spot for calamari and they have, hands down, the best calamari in Newport.  I planned on savoring the lobster stuffed ravioli as my entree but completely forgot just how generous the appetizer serving was and for only $15 I was stuffed.  Our waiter tried to tell us it was a large serving and we proceeded to tell him about our larger than life appetite but I didn't notice until later that he had already politely removed the menu to keep temptation away.  Good move. Two drinks and a whole lot of calamari we decided to walk it all off.....which led to the random night photos and a whole lotta laughs along the way.

Hope your week is going well!!!!

****Call Me Kitty - What I Wore

Blouse - H&M, Shorts - Bar III, Necklace - Naughty Baubles, Bag - RACHEL Rachel Roy, Bracelet/Ring - Vintage, Shoes - H&M

I couldn't stop wearing these two pieces over vacation.  The leopard print blouse is absolutely perfect.  A bit oversized and pretty sheer, this was a last minute by before we left and I'm glad I snagged it.  As for the shorts I've been eyeing them for a while at my job and then finally they went down so I new I had to grab them fast.  With 85 degree weather and some pretty humid days, this combo worked so well for in keeping me cool.  Plus it worked weather we went to the beach, went for a walk or a boat ride (all of which we did this day to be exact).  The shorts also come in a cool large scale floral print and I'm contemplating whether or not I need those two...guess we'll just have to see.

On a completely separate note can I just give these flats a round of applause. Not only did they last the entire trip but we walked at least 15 miles (although my fiance swears it was much more than that) the whole week with part of that including some light rock climbing. Plus I never slipped getting on or off the boats.  Completely thrilled about that...LOL