Bookworm

I miss riding the bus to and from work. I’d wedge myself into a seat between another passenger and the window and get lost in a book. Now, I drive for hours a day and reading while doing so isn’t a good idea. Every now and then, I’ll binge read an ebook over the weekend, but I don’t seem to have nearly as much time for reading without the bus ride. I’m looking forward to an upcoming camping trip with minimal driving and lots of books!


Shirt, Banana Republic (thrifted). Skirt, J Crew (consignment). Shoes, Charles David. Sunglasses, Coco Sunglasses. Earrings, Charming Charlie. Belt, thrifted. Bag, Imoshion.


I love thrifting for books!

Rawk Star

I felt like a rock star, today. The outfit came out way sexier and the hair way bigger than I intended, but I just went with it. (I didn’t have time for a redo, anyway.)


Vest, Tinseltown (cut from a consignment jacket). Tank, Ann Taylor (consignment). Skirt, J Crew (consignment). Belt, thrifted. Shoes, Seychelles. Sunglasses, Coco Sunglasses. Earrings, street fair.


I’m not so fancy that I can’t get belly down on the ground with my puppers, though.

FroYo

I was told that my pastel hair and skirt were reminiscent of sherbet. Of course, no one in California eats ice cream. Instead, there is a frozen yogurt shop on every corner. Because froyo is so much healthier than ice cream, especially after ladling candy on top. (I prefer mochi pieces, myself.)


Shirt, Forever 21. Skirt, Talbots. Shoes, Seychelles. Sunglasses, Coco Sunglasses. Earrings, Stardust Remembered. Scarf, Claire’s. Bag, Nordstrom Rack.


If the pastels are some sort of frozen desert, the black and white remind me of Goetze’s licorice caramel creams. Or my dog.

A Purse for Every Skirt

While waiting for my soy Ginger Elizabeth Mocha, a young man, very sincerely, asked me if I had a purse to match every skirt. I, just as sincerely, considered my handbag collection and my skirt collection and conceded that there were a few matches, including today’s pairing.


Blazer, James Jeans. Tank, Old Navy. Skirt, Talbots. Tights, We Love Colors. Boots, Lauren Ralph Lauren. Bag, Imoshion.


Here is (most of) my purse collection:


I suppose I’ve been a bit matchy with my bags a time or two:

Colorful Tweed

The tweeds of this jacket and skirt don’t match, but they sort of “go.” At least they “go” enough for me. Admittedly, I love all the colors, all the time, so my “go” threshold is pretty low.


Jacket, The Limited. Skirt, J Crew (consignment). Tights, We Love Colors. Boots, Nine West. Sunglasses, Meow Meow. Necklaces, Newport News and thrifted. Bag, Steve Madden.


Not only do I wear all the colors, I try to eat them too. So I’m very excited about the 15 bean soup I’m cooking up for my Toastmasters group tomorrow night.

Lady in Leather

When I bought this dress, I thought I’d wear it much more than I actually have. I like the leather insets and the color and it’s really comfortable, but I don’t think it’s very flattering. Am I crazy?


Dress, Bebe. Shirt (cut from a swapped dress), INC. Boots, Miz Mooz. Sunglasses, Coco Sunglasses. Bag, Imoshion. Earrings, vintage.


Past wearings of this dress:


I think I like it best with something layered on top - even though that obscures some of the leather inset.