spring neutrals

 Nordstrom jacket (similar) | Marc by Marc Jacobs sunglasses | Nordstrom belt | Gap jeans | Michael Kors watch | J. Crew bracelet (similar) | Victoria's Secret nail polish in "String Bikini"

It's officially the first day of spring! While I wish it were warmer, it felt nice to wear a light jacket and not a coat or sweater. I kept the outfit pretty neutral, but with bubble gum pink nails and some heeled booties.

xo-ally

friday's fancies - summer ready!

This week's Friday's Fancies theme with Long Distance Loving is Summer Ready. While it's officially the first day of summer (woohoo!) but I've been incorporating summer staples into my wardrobe all spring! For this week's outfit I paired a lovely pink striped top I recently splurged on (it was the bow - I couldn't resist!) with yellow shorts and neutral accessories. It's so brights-on-brights and stripes-on-stripes.

top, shorts, sandals, sunglasses, necklace, bag

xo-ally

I've been wearing a lot of navy lately

Scarf H&M Jeans Nordstrom Flats Report (similar) Bracelet J. Crew Necklace H&M (similar) Tank Brandy Melville Firenze Jacket Aritzia

It's rainy and my roomies aren't around to take my photos outside, so....I took my outfit pics on my phone today! I'm realizing that I've been wearing navy a lot lately. My navy parka is a current staple in my winter wardrobe; I wear it almost daily. I love that navy is a neutral that goes with pretty much anything. Last year my "go-to" neutral was olive green. Except, while I love olive as a neutral, I don't think it matches my skin tone that well. Maybe that's why I've been gravitating toward navy this season!

Today I wore a light military jacket over a basic cotton tank with skinny jeans and sparkly bow flats. Today was all about the accessories when I matched my ombre infinity scarf to the jacket, then added a strand of pearls underneath and my J. Crew pink link bracelet. I wore pearl stud earrings too but you can't really see them in the photo.

I've also been experimenting with my hair! While I just left my hair naturally straight today, I've been trying to take just that extra 5-10 minutes to try something out of the ordinary. Whether it's a side pony, topknot, a headband, or a bow, I'm working on branching out more with my hair. This weekend I borrowed my roommate's hot rollers. I love the loose, swoopy curls! I used to rock the hot roller curls look in high school when I borrowed my mom's rollers. I've been dying to do this since I've been at school!

Happy Tuesday!

xo-ally

jack rogers wedges & paige denim shorts

I have been looking for a netural-colored, not-super-tall pair of wedges for months now. After searching quite a few places, I think I have finally found a perfect match:

Jack Roger's Barcelona Capri

The height is only 3 inches which makes this pair very versatile! It's a nice way to add a little height with shorts and skirts without being too over the top. And the shade of brown would go with everything. I am super bummed that I missed Jack Rogers sale on Rue La La last night, though!!! I could've gotten a pair! I woke up this morning a half-hour after the sale ended. Sigh.

These 7 For All Mankind wedges are close contenders, but they're more expensive and I think the 4.5 inch heel would be too tall for most pairs of shorts. I think they'd go well with dresses and jeans, though.

Speaking of shorts, I am also in the market for new denim shorts, and these Paige Denim boyfriend shorts would be perfect! I think the slightly baggy fit would balance out a girly top. The dark wash is also classic and will stay in style for years - would be a good investment!

On another note, I spotted this fantastic, powder blue nail polish from M.A.C. at Nordstrom.com. I've been looking for this unique shade of blue. My next trip to Nordstrom WILL include this polish!

Especially with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale coming up this Friday, I think a summer shopping spree might be in order soon. :)

xo-ally

olive & gold

Jacket: Arden B Shirt: Macy's Shorts: Rock & Republic Watch: Michael Kors Bracelets: F21 Shoes: Sperry Ring: Nordstrom

I was going to take this photo outside on this gorgeous, sunny day, but I forgot my camera at home! I took a photo inside instead and was happy this I got a decent photo on the first shot. I have to go to work in a few minutes! Super fast post today.

About the outfit - I like using olive as a neutral but enjoy how it still adds a bit of subtle color. Of course, I add some shine with the sparkles on the tank, accessories, and soft gold metallic shoes, but wear simple denim shorts to not make the outfit over the top.

Happy Tuesday!

xo



colorful neutrals

Jacket: Vivid Plaid shirt: Madewell Striped shirt: Nordstrom Pants: F21 Boots: me Too Ring: Kate Spade

Olive, brown, and navy are all neutrals, but when paired together, they work and mix things up! These colors basically match anything, so I added the red in the shirt and ring to liven up the sort-of dreary colors.

Short post today, I need to head to class!

xo

floppy hat & neutrals

The camera caught me mid-smile! #awk

Hat: American Eagle Sweater: Aritzia Tank, skinnies: Nordstrom Bracelets: F21 Ring: Kate Spade Watch: Michael Kors Flats: Divided

The only "color" I'm wearing today is the red stone on my ring! Wow! I put together this whole outfit without thinking about adding a bright color, which is unusual for me. I did wear neon pink to the gym this morning, though. :)

I needed a definite caffeine boost so I ordered my first grande size coffee at Starbucks - I usually just get the tall! I was so tired and needed to focus for my midterm today, which ended up going really well! The exams tomorrow are my big ones, so this post will have to be cut short so I can tackle my many to-do lists. Have a great Wednesday!

xo