28. Fall is here!

I enjoy the summertime, especially since my birthday is at the end of July.  Honestly, though, I’ve grown to LOVE the fall.  Hot apple cider (with or without a little kick of rum), brisk air, sweaters, falling leaves, and pumpkins?  Yes, please!  I think it has to do with all the cute layering I can do.  Plus, boots.  I don’t think I need another reason other than boots, right?

One great fall fashion staple is the blazer, which can be dressed up or down depending on your mood or where you’re headed.  I own blazers in gray, black, and most recently camel (which will be making an appearance soon).

Here’s an outfit I wore a few weeks ago.  I teach a chemistry lab one night a week at a local college, and this is what I put together for the first session of the semester.

I really like the subtle mixing of prints at the sleeves.

Here’s the breakdown of everything!

Gray ponte blazer – Forever21 (old); similar here* and here*
Black and white gingham button-down shirt – GAP (eBay); similar here* and here
Black v-neck tee – Target*
Dark wash skinny jeans – GAP
Brown riding boots – Enzo Angiolini (eBay): similar here*
Rhinestone horseshoe necklace – Forever21 (old); similar here
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Stay tuned for lots of layered looks this season!

XO,
Gabby

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27. Yet another reason I love the thrift store.

I finally found two wardrobe staples I’ve been looking for!  A pair of rain boots and a pair of black riding boots.  Both at the thrift store.  Both for $10 (i.e. $5 per pair).  I am a super happy girl right now!

The rain boots I got are just plain black.  I don’t feel like I really need to show you a photo of the actual pair, but they look strikingly similar to the “Matilde” rain boots by Loeffler Randall.

I think $5 is a pretty awesome price considering boots like these go for $195!

The second pair of boots I got are actually still available on the Kohl’s website.  The are on clearance for just under $26, but the original price was $84.99.  Again, a pretty good deal considering I only paid $5 and the pair I scored still looks brand new.

I also bought a few new tops, but I’ll save those for another post (or two).

Now, to get back to my X-Files marathon…

XO,
Gabby

 

26. Twenty fashion rules…to break!

This article was posted back in January, but I really love it and wanted to share just in case you missed it. 🙂

Photo credit: cosmopolitan.com

http://www.cosmopolitan.com/celebrity/news/20-fashion-rules-you-should-break

White after Labor Day?  Do it.  Spend a ton of money for quality?  Not necessary.

Really great advice overall.

I hope you are all having a great Monday!

XO,
Gabby

25. What I wore to Pridefest.

A few weekends ago, I had the opportunity to perform with my dear friend Lex Allen during Pridefest at the Summerfest grounds here in Milwaukee.  It was so much fun!  (On a side note, if you like R&B/funk/soul, check him out…he is a talented artist!  http://www.facebook.com/TheOfficialLex)

The grounds are pretty big, and I knew we would have to park pretty far away if we didn’t want to pay the $10 to park on site.  Sadly, that meant heels were out!  I think the outfit I came up with was perfect anyway.

Lex Allen and the Vibes! From left to right: Anthony, Sam G., Lex, Sam K., Jason, and me

Singing my little heart out. Check out my husband jamming in the background! Photo credit: Xavier Waller

If you feel like recreating this look, here’s a breakdown of what I wore.

Textured sheath dress – Forever 21* (available in black only)
Neon yellow belt – Express (old); similar here
Gray canvas sneakers – Target*
Faceted button stud earrings – Express
(* = affiliate link)

As you can tell, I fill this dress out quite a bit more than the model.  Baby got back, yo.  I like it better more fitted anyway.  What do you think?

Have a great week!

XO,
Gabby

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24. My latest thrift store finds.

I usually deposit my husband’s checks since he works from home, and there just happens to be a Goodwill right next to our credit union.  I just can’t help myself.

I stopped in yesterday and found some really great pieces.

Here they are!

Brown button vest – Banana Republic

Sheer printed blouse – Old Navy

Gray ruffle tank – New York & Co (still had the tags on it!)

Dark khaki shorts – GAP

Printed ruffle blouse – J. Crew

The total for all 5 pieces? $22.12.  High fives all around.

So, how do you think I did this time?  I’ll make sure to share some outfits including these pieces soon.

XO,
Gabby

23. Springtime sweater weather.

It got so chilly again last week!  I bought SWEATERS at Target…and I actually wore them.  Luckily, the weather has warmed up considerably and it’s gorgeous outside today!

I bought two sweaters in the clearance section at Target a few days ago, one for $7 and one for $9.  Surprisingly, they are NOT marked down on the website; if you want to score some nice sweaters for next fall/winter, I’d suggest you look in store first!

Cream pullover sweater – Target*
Hot pink tank – Target*
Boyfriend jeans – Express (old); similar here
Nude patent flats (w/ handmade shoe clips) – ZOOSHOO*
Faceted button stud earrings – Express
Neon statement necklace – eBay; exact here
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I hope the rest of you are enjoying warmer weather this weekend!

XO,
Gabby

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21. Casual outfit for Mother’s Day.

Unfortunately, my mom had to work on Mother’s Day (although we did make time to stop and see her on Saturday night and give her a gift).  However, my mother-in-law was free, so we spent some time sitting on her porch on Sunday afternoon.  The weather was gorgeous that day!

I put together a really simple outfit for the occasion.

Cream crocheted sweater – Mudd (thrifted @ Goodwill)
Oatmeal tank – Target*
Olive chinos – Forever 21*
Nude patent flats (w/ handmade bow clips) – ZOOSHOO*
Gold leaves statement necklace – eBay
Faceted button stud earrings – Express
(* = affiliate link)

Here’s a close up of my necklace for detail:

You should remember that sweater from a Goodwill haul I featured a few weeks ago.  I seriously love it; it’s the perfect spring sweater.  I also linked to a tutorial for the handmade bow clips.  They are unbelievably easy to make!

Well, that’s all I have for today.  Make sure to check back soon for my next outfit! 🙂

XO,
Gabby

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16. Subtle hints of neon.

I love neon colors, but I always feel they make me look a lot younger than I am.  I’m not a teenager, people!  In order to alleviate the youth syndrome, I found that by pairing small touches of neon with jeans and neutrals, I can definitely pull it off.

Gray sweater with neon flecks – Old Navy (old)
Boyfriend jeans – Express (old); similar here*
Neon orange d’orsay flats – ZOOSHOO*
Neon statement necklace – eBay
CZ stud earrings – Target (old); similar here*
(* = affiliate link)

You can’t tell from the photo, but the sweater I’m wearing actually has tiny flecks of neon yellow, orange, and pink.  I couldn’t find anything close anywhere online.

I’m so excited about the weather warming up…I have so many cute spring outfits planned!

XO,
Gabby

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14. Two birds, one stone.

Yep, it’s exactly what it sounds like.  This post has TWO outfits!  Lucky you. 😉

I wore this outfit last week, but I kept forgetting to post it.  So here ya go.

Blue cabled sweater dress – Forever 21 (old); similar here*
Charcoal leggings – Victoria’s Secret (old); similar here*
Brown motorcycle boots – Kmart (old); similar here*
Blue paisley pashmina scarf – thrifted@Goodwill; similar here
Blue flower statement earrings – Bebe (old); similar here
(*affiliate link)

Here’s a closer shot of my accessories, enhanced by a sassy face.

I’m in love with this scarf, and it only cost me $5.

Now for today’s outfit.  It was actually warm today…like over 40 degrees warm!  I decided to wear flats today.  I haven’t worn them in so long, and my feet definitely paid for it…but the beautiful day made it totally worth it.

Denim shirt – Target (old); similar here*
White tunic tank – Victoria’s Secret (old); similar here*
Black skinny jeans – Forever 21*
Nude patent flats – ZOOSHOO*
Leopard scarf – Walgreens (old); similar here
Chunky pearl bracelet – eBay
(* = affiliate link)

It’s almost time to start labeling these as spring outfits!  Crossing my fingers…

XO,
Gabby

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4. I am obsessed with boots.

I just got a new pair of boots in the mail yesterday.  I obviously needed to wear them right away!

 

Green v-neck cardigan – Target
Black semi-sheer button-down blouse – Express (old); similar here
Dark-wash skinny jeans – GAP
Brown slouchy boots – eBay; exact here
Silver heart locket and stud earrings – Target (old); similar here and here

I’m not gonna lie…I’m looking for some new boots as we speak.  I need some black riding boots…all of my boots now are differing shades of brown.  No black!

XO,
Gabby