Cold Red

At a "feel like" temperature of -20, I should have worn fleece-lined or sweater tights, 

but the polka dot ones were just so much more fun! I've had to sacrifice all heels for comfortable flats to continue the healing of my ankle, so I have to hold up my end of the bargain that fashion is (sometimes) painful.

Recreate my look:

Free People coat (similar), LOFT dress (similar), Corso Como boots (similar), American Apparel tights, Charming Charlie purse (similar), Ally + Zoe earrings (similar), Revlon 'Cherries in the Snow' lipstick

From Where I Sat & Stood

As you have noticed, I've been slacking on the outfit posts. I promise I'm still getting out of bed and dressed every day, but I've been much more focused on other things, like physical therapy for my ankle, surviving the Chi-beria winter, training Walter, and recovering from our wedding and the holidays. Plus, we leave the house and return from work in the dark, so there's no light for outdoor/optimal picture taking - talk about feeling the winter blues!

I've still been posting to Instagram and here's what's been caught on my iPhone:

My Way/Their Way :: White Ankle Boots

My everyday overcoat trimmed in faux fur, polka dots mixed with diamond print, 

skinny jeans, and a purse to match my lips.

Graphic tank (similar), American Apparel chiffon blouse, Tildon Porto bootie, Stella & Dot crossbody, Nars Heat Wave

They're rocking them with a slim midi skirt and a pop of color with minimal accessories: a black bag and undone hair.

Which do you prefer? 

Personally, I can't wait to recreate "their way" for a work day sometime soon. 

Dressing the Turkey (What to Wear for the Holidays - Part 2)

When I noticed flurries out my window, I suddenly had an "aha" moment that the holidays are here! Since the post outlining what to wear for the holidays last year (see it here) was so well received, I figured I'd do another. This year, I am going to focus the post on fancy ensembles that you might wear to any party or event through the holidays - be it a dinner, cocktail hour, evening at the theatre, or good ole date night. 'Tis the season to dress a bit inappropriately for the weather…I mean, that's what valet parking and taxis are for, right? I have been featuring enough casual ensembles to wear for shopping, road trips, opening presents, or seeing a movie, and I have no intention of slowing down, especially since I'll be approved to start walking this week - yippee!

Be sure to click the bold links to shop my picks!

A slip dress with an overcoat and calf hair stilettos

:: extra points for a metallic clutch and berry lips ::

Image via WhoWhatWear

A floral dress with polka dot tights and metallic pumps

Don't forget button earrings and a braided updo!

Image via Glitter Guide

A midi tulle skirt with a striped crop top and ankle strap stilettos
:: adorn your wrists with gold cuffs ::

Image via Atlantic-Pacific

A faux fur vest with brocade trousers and strappy pumps
Accessorize with a bejeweled belt and chandelier earrings!

Image via Pinterest

A black jumpsuit with one standout accessory…

like a tuxedo jacket, open toe booties, or a bib necklace.

Images via Pinterest

Rethink

I've worn this shirt many times, but I had never considered the fact that it had a full zip on the back and therefore, could be turned around and become a jacket/cardigan! This opens up so many more layering opportunities, especially for summer since it's lightweight and bright. 

Recreate my look:

Target blouse worn backwards, Finders Keepers crop tank (similar), vintage belt (similar here, here, and here), Francesca's midi skirt (similar), Bacio 6 sandals (similar), purse via Crossroads (similar), Stella & Dot Lakra cuff and wrap bracelet (both on sale), Tokyo Bay watch, Francesca's earrings (similar)

Fill in the Dots

My best friend's daughter, Ffion, and I were coloring in her Hello Kitty coloring book the other day and I found myself having a hard time choosing colors for the clouds, Hello Kitty's bow, and the flowers. Literally, I was getting ajada from a lack of color scheme! When did I lose creativity and imagination? It must have been when I discovered the "never have to think about it" blouse. This blouse, with all colors already included, creates your scheme and all you have to do is match up the shades! Thankyouverymuch.

Find yours here, here, or here.

J.Crew peacot, Target cardigan and shirt, LOFT corduroys, Steve Madden booties & purse (similar), XXI scarf, JC Penney belt, Tokyo Bay watch

Snakebite

American Apparel blouse, BB Dakota vest, Akira skirt, Target belt & booties, XXI earrings, Francesca's cuff

Something Blue

While I told myself (and my fiance) that I was going to buy these famous blue wedding shoes for our nuptials, I decided on a dress that didn't quite go with 'em. Even though I was going to budget monthly to afford the high price, I'm happy to have some extra bucks to spend on other accessories. But, since that need for something blue was still there, I went with these bow pumps at 1/20th of the cost!

H&M blazer, Target blouse & belt, Zara pants, Audrey Brook bow pumps, purse via Crossroads

McFly

Despite the fact that I have never watched "Back to the Future" in it's entirety, much to the chagrin of my bf, I like to think that I make up for it by owning a vest that Marty McFly would be proud to don. 

LOFT skinny cords, American Apparel sweater and blouse, J.Crew vest, Steve Madden sneakers, Charming Charlie shades, Nordstrom gunmetal hoops

Bejeweled

In college, it was Snood, now it's Bejeweled. Who's with me?

American Apparel blouse & skirt, vintage scarf, Aldo heels, J.Crew purse, Charming Charlie bracelets & earrings, Target belt

His Favorite

For those of you who know him, it's no surprise that my bf is my biggest fan. Every time he looks at me in my daily outfits, he shows a sweet smile and gives me a wink while saying, "You look great, honey." I believe him every time...and you would too. He's incredibly sincere. So when he said that this outfit was his favorite, I knew that was a big deal. You see, my bf pays attention to details, and the fact that I pulled each color of the dots in my shirt to my blazer, watch, shoes, purse, and skirt, was not lost on him. As if he wasn't a keeper already.

Worthington blazer, Target top, NY & Co skirt, Baccio 6 sandals, Tokyo Bay watch, purse via Crossroads, Charming Charlie collar necklace