Lace makes everything better

Because of my recent issues, I decided to play it safe. Black and nude... That's the way to go. I really like this shirt. It's lace and really feminine. It's sleeveless (mad I didn't get pics without the shrug). Of course the shoes are fire. I'm going to stop wearing them for a little while. I promise =D.

I just want to take a moment to thank all of the ladies who gave me advice and added such kind comments on my last post. I was strugglin y'all! lol! Now, on to the pics! Tomorrow, I try my leather pants. Stay tuned! Pray for me! lol! Until next time...

Color Palette

Shrug - Lane Bryant

Lace Top - Gifted from a friend

Pants - Gap Outlet

Shoes - Payless

Imma do me...

The below looks show me trying to step outside of my comfort zone, and having a complete #fail. This is not a post where I'm fishing for compliments or anything close. My apologies for the picture heavy post. I just wanted to document for myself, what I look like when I start to try too hard and end up not being me.

The color palette on this outfit I LOVE, but the combination of pieces together just didn't flow right. I had it in my head, but bringing it to life just didn't prove to be as cute as I imagined. The sweater was bulky, and the gauchos just weren't right. The only thing I like is the shoes with the tights, and not combined with the top pieces. They were just too dressy for the casual look.

Sweater - Herbergers

Button down shirt - Herbergers

Gauchos - Lane Bryant

Tights - Target

Shoes - Payless

This next fit, I could have been "fixed" by something as simple as switching out the grey tights for black ones. Again, trying too hard to incorporate the colored tights into my wardrobe. It didn't flow as effortlessly as I would have liked it to. And the blue/white stripe headband... uh, no. lol! 

Corduroy Dress - Old Navy (years ago)

Tights - Target

Booties - Herbergers

For me, blogging is a journey. I'm learning from my style choices. There will be mistakes along the way. This is not to say that I'm not going to try things that are new to me (still working on faux leather pants and pattern mixing). I'm going to keep on keepin on... and documenting along the way. Until next time... 

Jail house rock...

Today I felt like I had on an old timey jail uniform. I like the stripes, but it's all I could think of when I saw myself in the mirror today. I used to shy away from horizontal stripes because of my frame. Not too long ago I started trying them out, and now I feel that I can wear them... and look good! This top was on the mannequin in the Juniors section at Kohls as a dress. Not on this body! lol! It's also a size L. That didn't stop me from trying it on, and buying it.  I'm also learning more and more to not be so dismissive when it comes to style and sizes. After all, it could work on me. Maybe not the way the designer intended, but the way I want it to. Until next time...

Color Palette

UPDATE!! I submitted this look for the Everybody Everywhere Black + White challenge. It's an older post, but it works nonetheless! =D

Top - Kohls

Jeggings - Merona - Target

Booties - Herbergers (Boston, Carson Prairie Scott)

Black Trench - Walmart

Why pay more...?

This outfit didn't really come together like I wanted it to, but I like it nonetheless. I should have added color somewhere. I'm always thinking about color now, but I'm so drawn to black and neutral tones. Oh well... The sweater I got on clearance from Old Navy, and the shoes I copped on sale at PAYLESS. Yea, I said it! Payless. I'm late on the whole nude heel thing, but I still wanted a pair. I saw these babies on sale in Payless for $25 bucks and I said, "Sign me up!". I was even able to get another 10% off because of a scuff that's on the shoe. Hey, it doesn't hurt to ask, right? It was the last pair in my size, and all she could do was say no. But... she said yes.

Another thing that I like about my outfit is the necklace. It was a Christmas gift from Hubby two years ago. At the time, I didn't  see it for the nice piece that it is. My taste has since evolved a bit, and I now know better. It's my favorite part of the outfit. Thanks Hunny!! You were ahead of me on this one. Until next time...

Color Palette

Sweater - Old Navy

Pants - Lane Bryant

Shoes - Komet Platform Pump - Payless

Weekend Girl...

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! I know I did. It was my first year cooking dinner. I co-hosted with my sis-inlaw, and I must say that we ROCKED IT!! Everyone enjoyed themselves and the food was fantastic. I was so busy that I didn't know what to do with myself. I think I lost my mind that day. I'm used to just showing up with a pie and getting my grub on. Well, those days are officially over. Went out with hubby for Black Friday at midnight and the only thing I have to say about that is, I'm done with Kohl's for a little while. Oh, and I scored a white pair of pants from Old Navy for $4.47!! I will be wearing those bad boys soon, so be on the lookout for that post. =D

Ok, so I know that not every outfit qualifies as an OOTD post. But with this one, I was proud of myself. I am normally a t-shirt, jeans/sweatpants kind of chick most Saturdays and Sundays... unless I'm really going out or something. But since starting SFS, (HA! I just nicknamed my blog!) I have been trying to find ways to be comfy and cute on the weekends, and I think this outfit accomplished that for me. I felt so comfortable going to the mall today. I started to wear all black, but then decided to throw the striped tunic in there for a teeny bit of something extra. Flats aren't my thing, but I was going for comfort, right?The snow has melted for now, so it was perfect for the weather. Sorry for the blurry pics. The wind was out of control. Until next time...

Pic of me and my baby girl shopping. I bought the purple scarf from Old Navy while we were at the Mall of America. I think it was what my outfit was missing...

Color Palette

Sweater - Old Navy

Striped Tunic - Target

Crop Pants - Gap

Shoes - Kenneth Cole

Who Loves a Deal??...

This girl!! Friday, I saw on Twitter that Old Navy was having a 75% off all adult outerwear sale. I also had my "Super Cash" coupon. I knew I couldn't miss this sale! So Saturday, while running errands with Hubby(as the snow/sleet was coming down), I begged asked him to drive me there. I hate driving in bad weather. Ugh! We got there, and BOOM!! I saw the type of coat that I wanted. I'm a sucker for a cute peacoat. There were a few to choose from,  but I settled on this bad boy and ended up paying a whopping $11.53!! I want to pick up a hat/scarf/mitten combo with a bright color... maybe purple. Something that stands out, since the coat is so low key. I'll be on the hunt for that now.

I also picked up a pair of cute boots(not shown here...see previous post). Total spent, $29.99. I didn't buy nearly as much as I could have/wanted to. I showed an extreme amount of restraint. YAY me!! Until next time...

Color Palette

Coat/jacket - Old Navy

Black shirt - Baby Phat - Herbergers(Boston, Carson Prairie Scott)

Jeans - Ruff Hewn - Herberbers

Cami - Torrid

Booties - Payless

Notice anything different?...

Yea. There's snow on the ground in the wonderful state if Minnesota. I don't mind the snow, but I'm usually over it by the end of January. That doesn't work well because the snow doesn't go away until around April or May even. I've been here for over 16 years, so I might as well get over it. *sigh* On the other hand, it sure is pretty! On to the OOTD.

I love the sweater that I'm wearing because of the cowl neck and the fit. The boots I picked up yesterday at Old Navy. I love them because they actually fit my calves!! That's hard for me. I wasn't even going to try on the boots because I've been disappointed many time before... even with some boots that claim to have wide shafts. These boots didn't have that claim, but for some reason I tried them. LUCKY STRIKE!! They fit!! That makes them my favorite part of this outfit. Until next time...

Color Palette

Sweater - JC Penny

Leggings - Merona - Target

Boots - Old Navy