Vacation Togs

Well, we fled the snow and cold and arrived in sunny Florida last week for a much-needed break. The temperatures are in the 60s, and we have had sunshine every day (even the day it rained). I've finally thawed out, and we are relaxed and happy.

I did a good job of under-packing this trip - for a change. I typically over-pack, but I really wanted to travel lightly. That means no accessories and only 3 pairs of shoes (4 if you include the sneakers for the gym). So, outside of workout wear, I tried to plan my packing so that the pieces could be coordinated together. I like light colors in Florida, so I base my packing on khaki/sand and some light accents - orange and pink. I also like a black / white or black / tan combo, so I was able to pack a few key pieces that would work with those colors.

These three outfits are examples of my vacation look. (I think I need to change up my pose a little, it's looking a little repetitive!)

Details: VACATION!

Valentine's Day - dinner out with hubby
Sweater/Tunic: Tommy Bahama, Tommy Bahama Store, Houston
Tank Top: Dana Buchman
Khaki Jeans: Tommy Bahama, Tommy Bahama Store, Houston
Sandals: Christian Louboutin, gift from Ruth



Sweater: Michael Kors, can't remember
Tank: The Gap
Khaki Jeans: Tommy Bahama, Tommy Bahama Houston
Sandals: Christian Louboutin, gift from Ruth



Dress/Tunic: H&M, St Louis
Leggings: TJ Maxx, St Louis
Sandals: Yellowbox, DSW

National Wear Red Day-Kind of...

In honor of National Wear Red Day - I tried on two red tops this morning, they both went in the donate bag. So I went with this blazer I found at The Scholar Shop recently, as it has touches of "red" (aka hot pink). I love the sharp shoulders and the boning detail in the lining. The black turtleneck is remixed, and I am definitely getting my money's worth out of that baby! Ditto for the jeans and boots.

I haven't checked the fashion inspiration calendar in a while - it's fun to try out the suggestions. I think Kimberly is a lot of fun - I love her blog, she is SO creative!

Details:
Blazer: Rena Lange, remixed
Turtleneck: Juicy Couture, remixed
Jeans: Joe's Jeans, Muse, remixed
Boots: Uggs, remixed



I know this photo is out of focus, I just liked the pose!



Speaking of poses, I am amazed at how much more comfortable I am in front of the camera after just a couple of months of taking self portraits. The practice has come in handy, as I had a modeling assignment recently in St Louis. My face, along with those of 3 other women and one man, will be on the side of a mammogram van soon! I can't wait to find it and take a photo of me in front of me on the van! No worries, I'll post that when I find it!

It's Been Too Long!

Don't you hate it when life gets in the way of fun? I've been absent for too long, but I'm glad to be back! I had all kinds of cute outfits on over the last couple of weeks, but no time to even take a snapshot. Whew... that's done for a while.

I've named today Brown Day, because that's just the way I roll... And, because I decided to wear Brown... (okay, not funny, but at least I'm trying.)

I have been wearing heels almost every day for the past two weeks, so today i wanted an outfit that would work with flat boots. I love these distressed looking brown boots I found at DSW in Houston. They are not only super-cute, but they're super-comfortable. I've worn them with leggings, but I wanted to try the skirt/tights look today.

I stopped in at the Scholar Shop in St Louis yesterday, and my BFF Ruth found this amazing BCBG sweater for me. I thought it would work really well with the brown skirt/tank top combo, and I am loving it today! I like the ruggedness of the boots and the texture of the tights, it keeps the outfit from being way too matchy matchy, even though it is all shades of brown.

I missed blogging, and I am SO glad to be back.

Details:
Brown Day!
Cardigan - BCBG - via the Scholar Shop
Tank - H&M
Skirt - INC, gift
Tights - Spanx
Boots - Steve Madden Luxe, DSW