OOTD - Easy Weekend

At the end of the week I usually like to do one of two things - hang in with a movie or go out to a low key bar with friends. This week it was the latter. I usually don't get too dressed up because honestly after a long work week I just don't want to put that much effort into it and it was pouring. Usually rain (or any type of weather that's not warm and dry) would deter me from going out. However I've decided to try something new. I'm kind of like Jim Carry in Yes Man. If you haven't seen that movie it's about a guy who begins to say yes to everything asked of him. Want to go bungee jumping? Yes. Can I borrow your car? Yes. Do you have $1 million to loan me? Why, yes! I'm not going that far, but I am consciously saying yes to every opportunity to go out and meet new people or hang with friends. I'm excited about the possibilities and opportunities this be outlook could present to me. Have any of you tried anything like this? What are your thoughts? Would you do it again?

 

Outfit details:

Pants - Joes Jeans (from Marshalls)

Long Sleeve Tee - Gap

Sweater - J. Crew

Boots - Sam Edleman

 

 

 

Closet Desires: Spring/Summer 2012 Edition

Never! It is never too early to think about the upcoming season. All the magazines have images of the spring trends and it seems like every show I watch is on vacation or filmed in a warm, sunny locale. So I've started to think about the things I'm going to add to my closet for the warmer months. I live in dresses in the warmer months, but I do want to update my look just a little bit. Here's my wish list.

Jumpsuits/Rompers

Joie Joleen

Jumpsuits and rompers have come and gone. (And come and gone. And come and gone.) Now they are back - I've been seeing them on my guilty pleasure reality shows on E, Vh1, or Bravo and every time I see one I think "I gotta get that!" They can run the gamut from easy-breezy to sophisticated to glitz and glam. Needless to say I am excited to wear one. Now the question is are they actually wearable? How does one go to the bathroom? Especially if it's not a tube top like the one pictured. Honestly, I don't even care - that's how bad I want a jumpsuit and romper, haha. I am excited! Now they are pretty hard to pull off fit wise, especially if you aren't the same size top to bottom or if you are taller or shorter than average height - both of which I am. The trick for me here will be to either find one with a long torso or a high rise. Either way I'm determined and oh so excited about this item.

High-Low/Asymmetrical Hemline

BCBG

Business in the front, party in the back. Who knew the mullet look could actually be so cool. This is another look that isn't necessarily new this season, but there are so many ways to interpret it. I like all versions of it - the extreme (like the one pictured from Nordstrom) and the less exaggerated versions. Both bottoms and tops have utilized this trend. I don't know why, but the asymmetrical hem top is just oh-so flattering. I already own a skirt, a dress, and numerous tops with a high-low hemline but a few more won't hurt :o)

Color Color Color

Gap "Always Skinny Flood Jeans"

Sam Edelman "Marina Pump"

I love all color - and it is so in this season from brights to pastels. Pants, dresses, skirts, accessories - doesn't matter what it is it'll just add a little pop to my wardrobe. I'm excited for the pinks/corals, greens/yellows, and of course my favorite color purple! And because the colors run the gamut everyone can wear this trend - add a belt or some fun bangles or go for the gusto and do it all over! I'm going to go the accessory route when it comes to bright colors (I love wearing a monotone outfit with a pop shoe). For the pastels I'll look for dresses and jeans. 

Old Man Winter vs. Fab Heels

I live in New England - Boston to be exact and I love everything about this region. We have all four seasons, which allows me the greatest breadth of fashion from rompers and sandals to jeans and Sorels. But (isn't there always a but) there is only so much winter a girl can take before she craves the warm weather again! Since Old Man Winter and I aren't exactly the best of friends I jetted off to Ft Lauderdale last weekend to see some friends! A little sun, a little beach, and a whole lotta fun - score one for Fab Heels.


Skirt - Nordstrom
Sandals - Sam Edleman
Cardigan - Trouve (Nordstrom)
Bag - Kate Spade
Belt - Gap

I love this skirt - I bought it on super clearance at Nordstrom.com. It's a high-low pleated poly-woven that looks as good with heels as it does with flats. Plus the fact that it has a billion colors in it makes it so versatile with any solid colored top. This particular skirt is no longer for sale but Nordstrom and Anthropoligie have similar skirts for this spring.
I topped my statement skirt with a bright coral roll sleeve cardigan that I belted with an old favorite. Paired with sandals it was a great outfit for brunch on the beach. Now if I can only get this weather to move up the Atlantic seaboard a little quicker I would be a happy shopper. This being typed as I look outside to the first major snowfall all season. A girl can dream can't she.

If it comes back to you

There's nothing like am evening with friends - beautiful night, great outfit, red cup in hand :o)  We're headed out to take the water taxi to dinner and maybe a few bars. I had to break out my new TJ Maxx find - My Sam Edelman shoes are my new best friend. I had actually bought a similar pair from the Nordstrom Rack 5 months ago - they were slingback and I felt that they were too delicate for my large foot so back to the store they went and I never had a second though about them. That is until I was shopping at my local TJs for Christmas presents and came across these. One, TJs never, and I mean never, has my size. As you know I wear a size 12, so they either don't have a selection, or the shoes they do have are made for an 80 year old woman with foot problems. No offense to 80 year old women with orthopedic issues, but that's just not me. So I had to try these on when I saw them - 3 women told me to buy them! Who am I to say no! That being said wearing these makes me about 6'2", lol. But hey, a girl likes to be noticed!

Vest - J. Crew
Shoes - Sam Edelman
Sweater - Nordstrom
Jeans - Lucky
Necklace - Lia Sophia 

OOTD - One pair of boots to rule them all...

Hi Ladies! Welcome back to the work week! I really hope some of you are lounging in a nice warm climate, because we are preparing for our um-teenth snow storm in less than a month. This OOTD is a little different than the ones in the past - I was in New York for work last week. New York isn't very good with snow, actually it becomes lakes of icy cold slush that wait on the street corners and want to creep into your shoes and torment your toes. So no fancy shoes for me. I should have worn my rain boots, but due to the early flight I wasn't thinking correctly and wore my leather boots. So what follows are the outfits for the week that went with my boots.

Day One:

Sweatter J. Crew

Dress Banana Republic

Belt Gap Outlet

Day Two:

Top J. Crew

Skirt BCBG

Belt Gap Outlet 

 

Day Three:

Sweater, tees, pants J. Crew

Belt Gap Outlet

Necklace Nordstrom

Day Four:

Jeans Joe's Jeans

Sweater Gap Outlet

Tee Nordstrom Rack

OOTD - Oldie but Goodie

Just a quick OOTD post today ladies - this is something I wore for a quick "catch up" and dinner with friends. It a simple oldie but goodie - jeans, boots, and a nice sweater. Sorry for a lack of a shoe picture in this OOTD, I was running late (as usual) so I wasn't able to click the pic. Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

J. Crew Pullover V-neck Sweater
Seven Cigarette Jeans

Sam Edelman Boots

Michael Kors watch - love this purchase

Lia Sophia Necklace

OOTD - The Joker

Tonight someone asked me how I put my outfits together - I told them I try to dress in juxtaposition. Sounds weird, I know; but I always feel my best outfits are the one that are comprised of opposites. It just gives a nice, although sometimes unexpected, balance to the whole look. So if you're going for a soft feminine look, throw in a strong accessory like a leather biker jacket or boots. Flowing dress, add a structured jacket. Skinny jeans, try a free form top - to me it's all about balance. This outfit was my take on color juxtaposition - green and purple! Yes, I know, it's the color of The Joker from Batman, but I absolutely love this outfit! Feel free to share your comments!

           

DKNY Cashmere Cozy (Marshalls)

Laundry by Shelli Segal Knit Dress (Marshalls)

Hue Tights (Marshalls)

Gap Outlet Leather Woven Belt

Sam Edelman Boots
I must really love this brand because this blog has made me realize how many S.E. shoes I actually own!

The "room" is lovely dark and deep...

But I have promises to keep...

And miles to go before I sleep...

And miles to go before I sleep...

So I just got back from a business trip and it was such a revealing experience as a new blogger. I wasn't able to post as frequently as I wanted to, in addition I felt like the posts I did add weren't as dynamic as I like them to be. It's due to many things, the room, the camera, the computer - all of which contributed to the same outcome. So what's a girl to do... well I've come up with some tips to help me on future trips.

1) Never leave home without your camera. I know, this should be a no-brainer. My camera isn't that big - it's not a fancy professional camera, it's just a point and shoot digital. I have no idea why I didn't bring it - I just figured my cell phone camera would suffice. I apologize in advance for the quality of the pics in this post. I promise I've learned my lesson.

2) Not all hotels are created equal. Let me explain; I stayed at the same hotel that I normally stay at, and I will admit that my room this time had some quirks like mirror location (as you'll see in my photos), but lighting and space to take pictures are all important to a fashion blogger. I have already made changes to my hotel selection for upcoming trips!

3) Not all computers are created equal. I am a Mac girl. I have a MacBook, an Iphone, an Ipod (before I got the phone), and as soon as it comes out, an IPad second generation. But since I was traveling on business I decided to just bring my work laptop (IBM). Now the IBM is great for work, but not so great for uploading, cropping, posting, and just general blogging. Unfortunately I really don't want to lug around a second laptop when I travel, and rumor has it the Ipad second generation won't be available until May. What's a blog-girl to do? Tip number 4...

4) Plan blogs ahead. If I am going to create the posts that you wonderful ladies deserve I can't do it on an IBM, so I'm going to have to plan/write some of my posts ahead of time. Even if it's a general idea/topic and the pictures are added later. This way I feel confident in the fact that I will be able to post at least every other day with a substantial installation on "A Mile". And if I have time (seriously it took forever!) to finagle with the IBM I can add additional posts.

J. Crew Skirt
Nordstrom Private Label turtelneck sweater
Sam Edelman Boots

Hue Tights

Yes - I am in a closet. Why? It is plainly obvious that a woman didn't design this room because the mirror is on the back of the closet door. So in order to use it I had to walk in the closet, close the door, and pray the picture gods were on my side. The lighting was awful!

American Eagle Necklace

I couldn't bring myself to get back into that closet, so on day two I tried a method I'd seen Kimmie, from The Kimmie Chromicals, use on her blog. Still, the lighting leaves much to be desired.

American Eagle Cardigan

J. Crew Long Sleeve Button-up

Kenneth Cole Skirt

Hue Tights

Sam Edelman Boots

Lia Sophia Necklace

What is your experience with travel and blogging? Any tips you can share??

Snow Day!

I am snowed in and I love it! Even though the main roads are pretty much plowed (I must admit, Boston does a good job during storms like this) the city has asked people to stay home if possible. I am more than happy to oblige. Plus there's really nothing better than a day to sit on the couch, surf blogs and catch up on the latest movies and fashion magazines - especially when that day is in the middle of the week. Score!! I'd like to thank J. Crew for their loungewear because that is what I will be wearing all day - at least until I bribe someone to shovel my car out later today. When that time comes I can't promise any fabulous outfits. Sorry ladies - I haven't figured out a way to look fab, especially in heels, while shoveling three feet (thanks Mr. Plowman) of snow from around my car - but believe me, I'm working on it!

Target.com - Waverly Damask Panel Black/White

Hmm, I wonder if the mail is still running today - I'm waiting for a package from Target. I removed the door on my closet in lieu of a curtain. One, it allowed me to place my large dresser on that wall without having to deal with opening the door, and Two, it gave me better access to my small Boston closet. I plan on hanging a curtain that matches the rest of the curtains in my room, but it has been a while since I bought those curtains and now their only available online. Today would be a great day to finish my do-it-myself project. Once it's done I'll post pictures of the finished product.

J. Crew cardigan (similar item) &
tunic (similar item)
Gap Outlet Woven Belt
Theory Skirt (Marshalls)
DKNY Tights (Nordstrom)
Sam Edelman Boots

One thing that the snow did do is postpone my business trip that I was packing for in the last post, so the wait for the outfit posts might be a little longer than expected, but sometimes Mother Nature has other plans. I was actually dressed to go and made my way to the airport - only to turn around and come back home. My travel outfit was cute though - comfortable enough to fly in but business enough to hit the ground running once I landed. Sorry for the lack in outfit photos but the cabbie was literally beeping outside my door as I snapped this pic (hence the scarf and the coat in the corner) - hey there's always time for at least one picture!