Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Not Quite Nautical


It's supposed to be a beautiful day out today, so I thought I'd go for a nautical feel today.  Not quite nautical I know, but when I found this shirt, I was thrilled.  Only $9 at Sam's Club Warehouse.  I know right?  

 Paired with these loafers, I feel quite comfortable going into work today because I'll be driving to the different centers all day.



This outfit was put together for less than $50.  Top-$9, Skinny Crops-$9.99, Belt-$6, Loafers-$6


Totally diggin the pocket.
 The sun finally came out and my dogs finally left me alone after depositing tons of black dog hair all over my white crops.
 

Top-Lucky Brand via Sam's Club Warehouse, Crops-Target clearance rack (finally something in my size), Belt-Target  clearance, Loafers-ON clearance (couldn't believe my eyes that these were $5.99), Bracelets Right arm-Target mixed also on clearance for $4 per pack, I got two. Bracelets left arm-really old bought on clearance for dirt cheap. Earrings-Gift from my girl Tiff





Monday, June 4, 2012

Age Appropriate Wear...Again

So, I'm digging through my closet and I come across these.

Shirts of my past.  Ok, some are a little more recent:-)When I was 40 and only looked around 30ish, (no snickers please) I purchased many t-shirts that looked like this one below.  I was also all of 125 pounds soaking wet.  I ran a lot and watched what I ate and devoutly did yoga every single late night of my life.  Why?  I was going through a divorce.
 The other night I heard my husband tell a friend of mine that after his divorce he went through this period where he sampled the much younger woman.  He didn't know why other than he just wanted to prove to himself he still had it.  I think that's what I was going through when I purchased these shirts.  
 That crazy period may have even contributed to my getting a tattoo.  Who knows? But there comes a time when you must simply reason with yourself and rid your closets of all that spells too much youth (think tiny jean skirt).  I am woman, hear me roar!  Well, maybe not roar, but you know what I mean.  
 This shirt actually looks good on me, but just the other day while leaving Target I spotted a girl that had to be under the age of 13 wearing this same shirt. I don't want to be compared to a 13 year old. So this one t-shirt that looks good on me has to go find a home probably with one of the neighborhood 13year olds:-(


Colors to Blend

Cleaning out one's closet sure gets the inspiration wheel rolling.  I found my black jeans and decided to pair them with yellow.  I know, so bee-like.  The rest of me is neutral of course as that is what I'm comfortable with.  I'm wearing a jacket because of all the ills I need to hide.  If I eat too much today it will surely result in a muffin top.  So the jacket is a must.


 I know my dogs must think I'm crazy when I'm taking pics.
Top and jeans-ON, Jacket and shoes-Target, bracelets-Target, Earrings-The Closet, Ring-F21
   Enjoy your day!!

Friday, June 1, 2012

Casual Friday

Remember what I said about the little jean skirt?  Well, I'm really hoping this skirt drives home my point in that sticking with a respectable length keeps you respectable.  If your skirt rides up above your buttocks when you bend over, don't wear it at any age.  Seriously!
  I have discovered yet again that I have grown into this skirt as well.  Just a few months ago I was swimming in it and now it's just a tad snug. One more donut and I'll be pushing it.  I've had this skirt/short(skort) for more than 3 years and have only worn it on one occasion.  Because it's casual Friday at the office today, I think I can get away with it.

                                                                                        What do you think?

Cardi and shoes-ON on clearance,  Cami-NY&C clearance, belt-Target, bracelets-Target, ring-F21, earrings and skirt I don't remember.





Enjoy your weekend!!