TGIT

TGIT, is that a thing? It should be a thing if its not, because goodness lord am I glad its Thursday.  Even though its been a short work for me, its still been busy and I am so ready for Friday and my chill weekend. In honor of my TGIT state of mind, a simple outfit was the perfect plan. I'm having a little love affair with my skirts lately, and mixing my favorite little keys skirt with a simple stripped tee was perfect.

Today one of my coworkers commented that my hair looked awesome, I didn't really get it, but looking at these photos, now I do. If I do say so myself, I had a pretty great hair day!

On a totally different topic, you should get this purse. I got it for Christmas and I love it, its my every day go to bag. Obviously, the lovely Kendi knew this and she is now rocking a fabulous white version for spring, and my delightful friend Bijal also got one in teal. So really, join our cool kids club and get this bag!

 

Cardi: Target 

Top: Banana Republic 

Skirt & Belt: Target 

Shoes: Target 

Bag: Melie Bianco

Sunglasses: Spex Club

Terrifically Tall

Over the weekend I found these great wedges at Target. I can't explain it, but they were the only pair in the store, in my size, and on sale for $8, yet online they are still full price. I'm pretty sure this pair was destined for my closet. I am not normally a lady who wears 5 inch heels, but I figured for the price, I could take the chance. They were actually fairly comfortable but then again I spent most of my day sitting at my desk sorting data. Maybe next time I'll be brave and try them out on a busy day.



This evening we went to Lowe's after I got home from work. Its time to begin gardening here in Central Texas and we're really excited about it this year. We finally have a yard to spread out in a bit, so we're going big. I can't wait for delicious tomatoes, peppers, herbs, onions, and lettuce, basically its going to be awesome! I also decided I'd try potting geraniums this year, so hopefully I'll have pretty hanging pots of flowers in a few months!

Cardi: Target
Top: Banana Republic Outlet
Skirt: Target
Belt: Target
Wedges: Target
Necklace: In Pink

linen blend

There was an event at work today, I didn't go, but because there was a chance VIPs might be in the office, there were no jeans allowed. Obviously this meant it was time to pull out my bright pink linen blend skirt. Add my go to stripes and leopard flats, and bam a fun Friday dress up outfit.



I snagged this skirt thrifting last summer, but hadn't worn it until now. I tend to do that with thrifted pieces, you get home, wash them, they get put away and sometimes I forget to wear them for months, but I'm okay with that, it made wearing it today that much better since it was new! Speaking of thrifting, I am SO excited for the TxSC Thrifting Workshop next weekend! Gotta say being that its in Austin and I'll be learning tricks in my own neck of the woods makes it even better! Don't worry, I won't let my finds from that adventure languish in my closet for 6 months!


Cardi: Target
Top: Banana Republic Outlet
Skirt: Thrifted
Belt: Target
Flats: Target

75 Degrees

Yay, an actual post! I haven't been in a dress mood this week, so this skirt was just perfect. At work I had a cardi on all day, but by the time I got home for outfit photos it was 75 degrees out and a cardi seemed silly. Also, speaking of 75 degrees on February 15th, I love Texas.



I have had my eye on these flats at Target for about a month, but this past weekend I broke down and brought them home. They are such a great mix of colors and the pattern is awesome. I am sure you'll be seeing them a lot over the next few months, also they are a whopping $15, so you should go get a pair too!


Top: Banana Republic Outlet
Skirt: Tulle
Tights: Spanx
Flats: Target

Stripes & Equality

I've had this shirt for over 6 months and this is the first time I've worn it and I have no idea why. Its got a great cut, a classic pattern, and its totally work appropriate. One of my goals this year is to wear everything in my closet and pulling this out last night reminded me that I have a lot of hidden gems.



I decided today after watching this, that I soon plan to venture into a JC Penney. I've never really shopped there before, but if a company can be awesome and stand up to bigots, then I am happy to give them a shot.


Shirt: Vintage via Hunt.Gather.Style
Skirt: Target
Tights: Spanks
Wedges: Target
Necklace: Banana Republic Outlet
Lipstick: Revlon- Really Red

They're back

Today I wanted simple, I knew I was going to busy at the office, so a dress and a few pops of color it was. I've always avoided orange and blue together, I blame this on being a Saints fan growing up in the land of blue and orange Broncos fans. However, the combination of rust and teal I am really liking, who knows maybe by the end of summer I'll be in neon orange and electric blue.



Did you notice whats back? My beloved boots! I managed to love them to the point that the heel fell off, so they spent last week at the shoe hospital. They've been re-heeled, re-soled, and reconditioned. The cobbler told me he had more pairs of this boot in the shop than any other, apparently I'm not the only one who loves these boots. As I left, he also told me he'd see me when I wore them out again, which I am sure he will.


Cardi: Target
Dress: Banana Republic Outlet
Tights: Target
Boots: Steve Madden

Mr. Hipster

You know its a good outfit day, when a random man passes you on the street and tells you "love the outfit." I don't tend to get complimented by total strangers, and certainly not male strangers with thick rim glasses and a big beards. So thanks Mr. Hipster for the nice compliment, it put a pep in my step the rest of the day!



Today was lovely! Just the right amount of busy. I had a super fun lunch with some of my former coworkers. It was so good to catch up with them, share stories, and laugh. Then Peter's mom took us out to a delicious dinner. Nothing is better than wearing an outfit you love, while eating fired green beans and the most delicious s'mores!


Cardi: Target
Shirt: Old Navy
Skirt: Ruche
Tights: Spanx
Booties: Target
Necklace: Banana Republic Outlet

Master's

Sometimes I think I really embrace my Master's Degree in Library Science, and dress like I should be sitting behind a reference desk helping people find the perfect Nicolas Sparks novel. My mom, however, will tell you that she would not wear these wedges while working in her library, but then again, she never did understand where my love of shoes came from.



Today I did get to use my degree though, so that was fun. I love it when I get to research all morning. My sister likes to tell people I am a professional Facebook stalker, which I was in grad school, now my technique a bit more refined. However, I am your go to girl if you want info on that guy you met online.


Top: Banana Republic
Skirt: Old Navy
Cardi: Target
Belt: Anthropologie
Tights: Target
Wedges: Payless

Politics and Style

Nothing like style blogging while watching the SOTU. Man I love politics. Any who, that doesn't have much to do with my outfit for today, but oh well. Today was another "I had everything planed and at 7am it all fell apart" so I went with my go to, pencil skirt, print top, fun cardi. Boom, good to go.



To give the look a little extra oomph I put my new statement necklace with it, nothing adds glamor like a big necklace with pearls and shiny black gems. Thank you Banana Republic outlet for having such a fantastic sale!
Also, I found a place to sit for photos, pretty exciting stuff going on around the Compton house these days!



Top: H&M
Skirt: Target
Cardi: Target
Tights: Spanx
Flats: Target
Necklace: Banana Republic Outlet