Showing posts with label skirt. Show all posts
Showing posts with label skirt. Show all posts

Friday, October 18, 2013

navy & grey

 Ray-Ban sunglasses | J. Crew shirt (similar) | J. Crew skirt (similar from Factory) | Report flats | Nordstrom belt (similar) | Louis Vuitton bag

Loving navy today, as usual, with my striped tee and military-inspired jacket. My hair looks two colors in the top photo haha, got to love taking photos outside. :)

xo-ally

Monday, July 8, 2013

why you should shop the sales at j. crew

I mentioned last week that I was going to post about the amazing J. Crew sale happening right now. It was so great that I bought quite a few pieces (more than I normally get at once) and told everyone I knew. It was even so amazing that I had to write about it here!

Basically, J. Crew almost always has some type of sale going on. The best way to know which sale is happening is to get on their email list. The website usually says what sale is going on as well, but by getting emails, you know exactly which sales are happening right away.

The particular sale that occurred last week was 40% off sale items for final sale. So the items are already marked down, and then you get an extra 40% off. I got $500 worth of clothes for only $143! (I tweeted it was $600 worth by accident - I did the math wrong! Haha oops). But still, I saved a pretty decent sized chunk of change, which is why I often wait for the sales to happen and why you should shop the sales too!

The lovely items in my shopping bag:
 I've had my eye on this whale sweater for a while now (at least a month!) but waited until last week to get it. It'll be the perfect transition piece for fall. How cute are the little green whales?
 These pants are perfect for cool, summer days. The whimsical print will transition well into early fall as well.
 I love this striped top and the color blocking of the shades of red.
 So much sparkle. Couldn't resist.
 You can never go wrong with a classic, striped t-shirt.
Such a pretty lace skirt for almost 1/3 of the original price! The lighting makes it look off-white, but it is a true white.

Do you shop the J. Crew sales? Did you get anything recently? Aren't they simply amazing?!

xo-ally

PS - the winner of the project birthday giveaway is Shane! An email will be sent to you with all the info about receiving the gifts. Thank you ALL for participating :) I'm so glad I got to "meet" some lovely new bloggers and readers through the giveaway!

Sunday, February 17, 2013

adorable pieces from modcloth

Currently loving each of these adorable pieces from Modcloth. I can't wait for spring!


[Click the images to link back to the site/product info]

xo-ally

Friday, February 15, 2013

friday's fancies - red + pink

This week's Friday's Fancies theme with long distance loving is red + pink. Happy post-Valentine's day outfit! Even though Valentine's Day was yesterday, I still think this outfit is adorable and suitable for any day.


xo-ally

Saturday, December 22, 2012

off to the nutcracker

Tank James Perse Skirt Nordstrom (similar) Necklace Kate Spade (new color) Tights Nordstrom Flats Tory Burch Watch Michael Kors Nail Polish OPI "No Room For The Blues" and OPI Extra-va-ganza (the glitter on my party nails)

I've been looking for a versatile skirt lately, and I was happy to find one a few days ago! The subtle stripes make it easy to mix prints, like I did with the purple dotted tights. To add more color, I wore my coral-red colored Kate Spade necklace. Now I'm off to see The Nutcracker! I saw the professional one in Seattle earlier this week and now I'm going to see one with the girls I used to babysit. Two Nutcrackers in one holiday season = a happy Ally. :)

xo-ally

Monday, December 3, 2012

an almost marilyn moment...

Jacket Vivid Collection Tank Nordstrom (similar) Skirt F21 (similar) Flats Report (similar pairs here, here, and hereRing Swank Boutique Sunglasses Nordstrom (new version)

Today was very windy. 
Today was also a day where I decided to wear a skirt. 
Today was a day I did not realize it was windy until I stepped outside wearing said skirt. 
Today was a day where I had to hold my skirt, due to almost Marilyn moments. (Almost!) 
And then to make things even more awkward, the part of the skirt that I had sewn up had re-ripped. I blame Forever 21's cheap material not my lack of sewing skills. Haha. :)

Hope you are having a wonderful start to the week!

xo-ally

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

fair isle tank with black mini

Tank Nordstrom (similar sweater) Skirt Free People (similar) Tights F21 Cardigan old, have had it since 8th grade! Similar one here Flats Tory Burch Ring Nordstrom (similar) Watch Michael Kors

My first indoor outfit post in a while! It's been dark and rainy all day. :(

Even though Thanksgiving is tomorrow, I am already getting excited for Christmas. Christmas decorations are everywhere and my family has had Christmas music playing all day. I got excited and pulled out my reindeer fair isle printed tank.

Kind of like Seth from The OC Chrismukkuh episode (just in a more fashionable way).


Who am I kidding! Seth Cohen can always rock a Chrismukkuh sweater.

xo-ally

Thursday, November 1, 2012

wildfox sweater with a skirt


Sweater Wildfox Couture Skirt Forever 21 (similar) Heels Zigi Soto Watch Michael Kors Bracelets (similar)

I just received my Wildfox sweater in the mail and decided to debut it with a new pair of heels! Isn't the new-clothes-feeling the best? I love mixing and matching pieces from my wardrobe to make new outfits, but wearing a brand new item always feels good. :) Have a wonderful day!

xo-ally

Sunday, April 15, 2012

scallops!

Scalloped hems are another trend popping up this spring. I think scallops are girly and fun and am excited to possibly get something scalloped when I go shopping this season. 

Here is an "outfit" I put together with a scalloped shirt I adore:


Here are some other great scalloped options!


I like the sleeves on this dress - perfect for the semi-warm-semi-chilly weather of spring!
This tank takes on a bohemian flair with intricate lace and subtle colors.
The red color of this shirt is simple yet makes a statement.
The black and white detailing on this dress have a unique, '60s modern feel.
This dress is also black and white, but the structure is totally different! I like how the scallops are layered and the dress is fitted.

xo

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

turquoise hi-low shirt

Shirt: Free People Jeans: DL 1961 Flats, beaded bracelets (right wrist): Nordstrom Bracelets (left wrist): F21 Watch: Michael Kors

Today I am wearing a "hi-low shirt." The style is also known as the "mullet." Shirts, skirts, and dresses with a shorter cut in the front and a longer cut in the back are very trendy right now. I decided to subtly dip a toe into the trend with this shirt - which would be perfect with leggings as well. Here are a few dresses and skirts in the style:


I wonder how long this trend will last! I don't mind it for the season, as long as the mullet haircut doesn't come back in style...What do you think of the hi-low/mullet trend?

xo



Saturday, February 11, 2012

Brands I Love: Tory Burch


I've been loving the brand Tory Burch for the past few years. I got my first Tory Burch tote for my birthday a few years back, and have worn it almost every day since! The durability of the bag plus the classic pattern made me venture out to find more Tory Burch clothes and accessories.

The Tory Burch website defines the company:
"Tory Burch is a luxury lifestyle brand defined by classic American sportswear with an 
eclectic sensibility and attainable price point. It embodies the personal style and spirit of its CEO and designer, Tory Burch. Recognizing a void in the market for a sophisticated aesthetic at an attainable price point, Tory wanted to create stylish yet wearable clothing and 
accessories for women of all ages."

The Reva flats are seen everywhere on college campuses, with their long-lasting comfort and almost endless supply of color and pattern options.

Some of my favorite picks from the spring collection:

Tory Burch even did a cameo on Gossip Girl! Season 3, I believe. Serena [Blake Lively] was interviewed by her. Bonus points - one of my favorite brands and favorite shows!

xo

Monday, September 19, 2011

season transition

Shirt: Nordstrom Skirt: Forever 21 Shoes: my mom's closet Watch: Michael Kors Earrings: Nordstrom

I finally posted another outfit photo! Taken in my apartment...haha. I'd love to do the whole artsy-outdoors-cool-location thing, but I really don't have the time. If I did, I'd totally do it. It's all about the outfit though, right?

Today I am just beginning to dig through my new fall purchases (like this skirt!) because the season is starting to transition. This skirt is so 90s-revival and I am so loving it. And I ordered it online and got it in the mail last week. (Isn't getting clothes in the mail the best?!) Yesterday I wore a jacket for the first time in weeks and am beginning to think that soon I will have to put on jeans for the first time this school year.

I have two tests and a paper this week (eek!) so I have to go study. adios chicas

xo