Back in Black

Top: Anne Taylor

Pants: BCBG Max Azria

Earrings: Neiman Marcus Last Call

Shoes: Lauren Ralph Lauren

Bag:: Longchamp

I don't wear a lot of black. I don't know why, really, but I think it's because it doesn't fit my personality. I like to think I am colorful and fun person, and black doesn't mesh with that. This weekend though, I was rummaging through my moms closet, trying to find a couple of pieces to walk out with. This top, was one of the few things that I have snagged. I wasn't sure what I would wear it with, but I knew I would think of something eventually.

For whatever reason, I decided to pair it with an all black ensemble. Black trousers, black handbag, and black pumps. I kind of feel like I'm going to a funeral, but I don't hate it as much as I thought I would. As I walked out the door, I couldn't resist adding a pair of aquamarine drop earrings. In the end, I think my look turned out very polished and professional, which I was quite pleased with. It was only until I walked out of the office at 5:30 that I regretted my all black ensemble (as by that point it was 95 degrees). Oh well!

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A week in Instagram

Here's what things have been looking like on Instagram recently.

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1. You know what makes going to work better? Getting free Ben & Jerry's. I love my job!

2. And then I left work that day, and saw these beautiful fresh daisies.

3. On Thursday, it took me two hours to go 15 miles. I can't wait til I move!

4. While getting pizza with my Dad, we saw a snapping turtle in the middle of the road. Of course, we had to stop and take a picture.

5. Taking a long Saturday morning walk with my adopted puppy brother.

6. Spotted: more fresh flowers on my walk.

7. Koa is ready to pounce!

8. I finally got my hair done, and I feel so much better!

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Father's Day

A pretty a-typical family vacation car trip. My dad always drove, and I would be in the bucket seat bothering him to play the alphabet game with me (circa 2006). 

Move-in day my freshman year (2008).

And finally, today. 

Happy Father's day to all the dad's out there, but especially my dad. We argue more often than we get along, but I couldn't have asked for a better dad. To the man who gave me a love of photography, took me to my first baseball game, and taught me how to maximize savings at the grocery store by couponing, thank you. I wouldn't be the person who I am today without him!

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Cloud and Shambolic

My first week at my new job, I painted my nails with one of my all time favorites, Revlon's cloud. After that, I vowed that I would try to paint my nails at least every other week. Well, let me tell you, this is the first time I have painted my nails since that post. Blame it on laziness and combination of other things, but I really want to get back in the habit of doing my nails again.

Of course, I ended up using the exact same color as I used last time (I love it that much). The only difference is that this I paired it with my new Butter London shambolic polish. It's been out for awhile, but when I found it on clearance at Nordstrom rack, I couldn't resist this glittery polish. It's a rich eggplant base with magenta, blue, and red glitter throughout. It's a great complement to my lilac polish, but I know it will look great with navy blue or black, as well. 

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Chambray, I love you

Shirt: Lauren Ralph Lauren

Skirt: Lauren Ralph Lauren

Bracelet: Forever 21

Shoes: Coach

You know, when I first noticed chambray button-ups gaining popularity a couple of years ago, I wasn't into the style at all. Eventually, I changed my mind, and I bought one at the Delia*s warehouse sale and never looked back. The point of this story is - thank goodness I did! Chambray has become a staple in my work wardrobe: it's more professional than a tee shirt, it looks great with everything, and it's super comfortable.

Today, I paired my chambray button-up with a bright floral print skirt, sequin capped flats, and a simple pearl bracelet. It's been humid and rainy the last few days, and this skirt was just the pick me up my outfit needed!

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A Week in Instagram

 

Here's what things have been looking like on Instagram recently.

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1. It took three years of DAILY use to notice "established" was spelled wrong on my water bottle. 

2. A pretty glass light fixture at the Borgata Casino.

3. Pausing to watch a water show while shopping.

4. An early evening bike ride before heading to the kickball field.

5. Listening to the cows sing with my nephew on the chocolate factory tour at Hershey Park.

6. Nothing like a beautiful sunset to end the night.

7. I work at a Fortune 500, and someone can't spelled "use." #facepalm

8. The J. Crew store at the outlets had a line just to get in the store this weekend because of a fire hazard. And yes, I waited in line for a half an hour. Hello, I couldn't miss out on  40% off everything plus an additional 10% off!

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Pineapple Salsa

Let's talk about salsa. In the words of Icona Pop, "I LOVE IT!" On my blog, I've already written three different posts with a few of my favorite recipes. And today, I am back again with a new, sweeter option - pineapple salsa. It's the best of both worlds for me - sweet and salty. Paired with grilled chicken, atop a fresh garden salad, or just with tortilla chips, this salsa is the bomb dot cot. Yeah, I just went there.

Here's what you'll need:

-1 jalapeno

-1 tomato

-1 lime

-1/2 a fresh pineapple (a can of crushed pineapple would work, too)

-1/3 red onion

-large bunch of cilantro

-1 tbsp of olive oil

-1/4 tsp of cumin

-pinch of salt and pepper

Chop up the pineapple, cilantro, red onion, tomato, and jalapeno. Squeeze the juice of the lime over your chopped mixture, and add the olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin. It's as easy at that - enjoy!

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