OOTD-Wrapped in Flowers

You can't beat a nice breeze on a hot morning!

With summer almost half-way through I've been trying to figure out how to get the most out of my wardrobe without running out of cute outfit ideas. I've worn this cardi before in its basic comfy, flowy state. It's a perfect piece for summer with a silk content and a loose fit (see post here) and I've been lamenting about the fact that my wardrobe is seriously lacking in printed tops. Lo and behold this cardi lends itself perfectly as a wrap top. It still maintains its bohemian vibe, but with a more streamlined feel that's great for the office. Nothing better than multi-function clothing. If I can do this with some other pieces, then summer will surely not get the best of me.

Outfit Details:

Floral cardigan- Winter Kate (pretty alternatives from the same line here and here, other alternatives here and here)

Peplum skirt- Leifsdottir (cute peplum options here, here and here, mustard yellow options here, here and here)

Black sandals- LOFT (cute alternative here)

Black/cream handbag- Jason Wu for Target (love this smaller alternative here, similar here, would totally get this one that's on sale too)

OOTD- A Dash of Honey

I didn't mention this to you guys, but I've been getting up super duper early for the past few weeks to go to boot camp classes. It's been ridiculously tough because I cherish my sleep time and running, burpees and push-ups are some of my most disliked exercises ever and we do way too many of all of those. But what better way to get back into exercising on the regular than with a kick in the butt exercise class, right?

One thing that's been life saver in keeping me on schedule and not rushing out the door with no time to spare has been figuring out my outfits for the week. I look at the weather for the next few days, plan what to wear and I'm good to go. I love it!! Now if I could only find myself a maid to iron my clothes for me the night before, I'd be in business!

Happy weekend everyone!!

Outfit Details:

Paisley blouse- J. Crew (similar here and here)

Peplum skirt (old) Leifsdottir (similar style here and here; similar color here)

Colorblock flats- ShoeMint (sold out, but join the wait list here, similar here, here in a softer color palette and here)

Tan handbag- Rebecca Minkoff MAM (similar here and here)

OOTD- My Piece of Sunshine

Ugh, I finally emerged from the madness of work of my desk. Good thing the weekend is here!!! I'll keep this short and wish you all a happy weekend. Get out and do something fun.

Outfit Details:

Brown/white cardigan- Walmart

Tan tee- Madewell (available here)

Yellow skirt- Leifsdottir (an option here and here)

White bag and gold bracelet (available here)- Forever 21

Amethyst earrings- JewelMint (available for waitlist here)

Tan suede flats- Zara (old)

OOTD- Redskin's Mascot

I had an unintentional moment of matching my hometown's football colors. Maybe I should have worn this on Sunday instead for some luck. Sorry guys, there's always next week.

So, my mother and I went shopping last January for some after-Christmas bargains when I spied this skirt on the rack. I recognized it right away since I love Anthropologie and one of my favorite bloggers really liked to wear hers. I tried it on and fell in love a little, but decided to be a good girl and keep my money in my pocket. My mother thought I looked really cute in it and decided that I deserved a late gift. Lucky me for having a generous mother who can appreciate a good skirt!!! Unfortunately, it has waited close to a year to be worn, seeing as how the right accompanying items never seemed to come together. I gave it a good ole' college try and think I need to send my pictures in to the Redskin's owner so that I can be the team's preppy cheerleader. I just would expect to be paid at least 1% of that $40 million contract that was signed by Donovan McNabb. That's not too much to ask for, is it?

Obviously I need to work on my picture posing. :)

Outfit Details:
Scoopneck tee- J. Crew (on sale here)
Blazer- H&M
Skirt- Leifsdottir (via Nordstrom Rack)
Tights- Hue
Cheetah pumps- J. Crew
Pendant necklace- Forever 21 (very similar here)