My New Motivation

earrings - Maurices | blazer - TJ Maxx (buy similar)

dress - Maurices (buy) | wedges - Maurices

I started working in a new department at work this week, so I've decided to use the transition as motivation to hit the "reset" button on my wardrobe. I'm trying to wear outfits that I would be willing to photograph every day ... I'm just having a slight issue because a lot of my clothes currently don't fit. (Yes, I'm still struggling with my weight.)

I'm also hoping to figure out a better spot for taking photos ...

xo, Kellie

Third Dateversary

bracelet - Betsey Johnson | dress - Marshalls

Merona wedges - Target

All Tribal, All the Time

 necklace - World Market (buy similar) | bracelet - gift from Oman (buy similar) | earrings - Target

dress - Marshalls (buy similar) | cardigan - Maurices (buy) | Xhilaration sandals - Target (buy similar)

When my manager saw this outfit yesterday morning she said something along the lines of "that's it! I'm coming over and raiding your closet!"

That's a good thing, right?

xo, Kellie

Unusual Neutral

LC by Lauren Conrad necklaces - Kohl's (buy, buy)

striped top - Loft (buy similar) | jacket - Forever 21 (buy similar)

Mossimo jeans - Target (buy) | Mossimo flats - Target (buy)

A couple of weeks ago at work one of the male co-workers that sits in my area turned from his computer and told my (female) neighbor and I, "I just read that leopard print is a new neutral."

He and my neighbor had a little scoff, after which I spoke up and said that I had just worn a red and beige striped top with leopard flats the day before, and was a huge fan of mixing other prints with leopard. I'm not sure I have them sold on the idea, but it's become almost an intentional effort now to work pattern mixing with leopard print into my outfits.

How did I do with this one?

xo, Kellie

On Being Overdressed

BCBGeneration necklace - TJ Maxx | Calvin Klein shirt - Marshalls (buy similar)

pants - Old Navy (buy similar) | Merona wedges - Target (buy similar)

At my old job, this very same outfit would have been for the days when I was able to "dress down" at work. Now when I wear it to work I'm slightly more dressed up than the people around me, but I'm okay with that. I used to get self-conscious when getting ready to go somewhere and would under dress to avoid sticking out, but as I got older I realized Mr. Wilde had it right:

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So here's to always overdressing, and never being ashamed of good grammar!

xo, Kellie

Sun Spots

dress - Marshalls (buy similar) | Limited jacket - thrifted (buy similar) | Xhilaration tights - Target (buy)

MIA boots - Dillards (buy similar) | necklace - F0rever 21 (buy similar)

I had a hunch that the photos for this outfit would be unusable because I could see the sun shining into my camera as I was taking them. But I was pressed for time and wanted to cuddle with that pup next to me--he's been a little under the weather lately.

However, I kind of like how this turned out, I feel like the sun glare kind of fits with this desert-inspired dress. Or am I just reaching?

xo, Kellie

Proof that I Own Pants

INC shirt - Navy Exchange (buy similar) | Saltworks Denim jeans - TJ Maxx (buy similar)

Limited denim jacket - thrifted (buy similar) | scarf - Target | Report flats - Ross (buy similar)

watch - Fossil (buy similar) | earrings - Brighton  (buy similar)

I realized while going through all of my posts up to this point that I have yet to post an outfit with any type of pants. So here you go, proof that I do, in fact, own more than just dresses.

xo, Kellie

Date Night - Valentine Edition

dress - Urban Outfitters | jacket - Forever 21 (buy similar)

tights - Target | necklace - Forever 21 (buy similar) | MIA boots - Dillards (buy)

bracelet - gift from Oman (buy similar)

I had an awesome Valentine's Day, Matt definitely went above and beyond to make our first one together special. My day started with a trip to the spa where I got a full body massage, a facial, a manicure, and a pedicure. Then I came home to chocolate covered strawberries and a bouquet with all of my favorite flowers in my favorite color (purple).

Our plan for the evening was a nice dinner followed by an acoustic show, so I needed something that was both fancy and concert venue appropriate. My cropped jacket once again came to the rescue by "toughening up" an otherwise dressed up look.

Happy Friday!

xo, Kellie

For the Birds

dress - Jennifer Lilly designs (buy) | jacket - Forever 21 (buy similar)

bracelet - gift from Oman (buy similar) | Christian Siriano booties - Payless (buy similar)

This is the first Valentine's Day in my life that I have had someone to physically spend the holiday with. The Navy kept Matt away the last two years, and before then I just never had anyone.

Today I'm off to a spa day while Matt is at work, then we're heading out to dinner and a concert. The front man of one of my absolute favorite bands is playing an acoustic show tonight.

Not even the rain is going to bring me down today! 

xo, Kellie

I Heart You

boy brief - Aerie (buy) | Juicy Couture wallet - eBay (buy) | ring - Royalty Accessories 1 (buy)

Betsey Johnson necklace - Zappos (buy similar) | Joe Rodeo watch - Newegg (buy)

Betsey Johnson earrings - Dillard's (buy) | "Have a Heart" by Nicole by O.P.I. - Amazon (buy)

A collection of heart-shaped and heart-printed things in romantic pinks and red.

Happy day-before-Valentine's-Day!

xo, Kellie

Valentine's Day Attire, Two Ways

blazer - That's Point (buy) | 1969 boyfriend jean - Gap (buy) | Kain tank - Net-a-Porter (buy)

Fergalicious Echo pump - DSW (buy) | bib necklace - Target (buy) | bracelet - Target (buy)

dress - Old Navy (buy) | American Eagle wedge - Payless (buy)

Two looks for Valentine's Day, whether you need just one, or want to go from day to night. A blazer, jeans, and heels are great for a casual lunch or movie date. For a romantic night out, a heart print dress is festive without being childish, and the same accessories that dressed up the blazer also complement the dress!

xo, Kellie

Anchored

bow - A Pink Lemonade Designs (buy) | iPhone case - Zazzle (buy) | Xhilaration top - Target (sold out)

Betsey Jonson earrings - Piperlime (buy) | cosmetic bag - Cheeky Leopard (buy) 
necklace - Vintage Penny Lane (buy)

All things anchors, in patriotic colors. I'm a big fan of anchors paired up with red, white, and blue, it makes for a very timeless, American feel.

xo, Kellie