30 With 30...Playing Catch Up

So I really wanted to have 6 outfits for this week-you know this week that is over since I'm already posting this way late...

However, I've been spending all my time in shorts and tshirts this past week in my classroom getting things ready for the upcoming school year. Unpacking everything and re-organizing it all takes forever. And on top of that, I've gone crazy and am also painting some of my classroom furniture at the same time. Whew. Hopefully it will be beautiful and perfect. 

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Ha, I couldn't resist. I'll also be sewing up some curtains and a chair cushion and who knows what else this week. Who cares about lesson plans, my room will be cute. ha.

So here's last week's outfits...I'll catch up some day. :)

Outfit #7 Lace Top, Ombre Necklace, (wrinkly) Tan Skirt

Oops, I guess I could have ironed. 

Lace top: Forever 21, Summer 2011, Tan skirt: Forever, 21, Fall, 2011, Shoes...??, and...

Necklace: DIY Ombre Necklace by me! 

And yes, I have worn that tan skirt in every 30 with 30 post so far. What? It's just SO versatile. I'll branch out next time.

Outfit #7 Lace Top-belted, Skinny Jeans, and heels

Let it be known that I am a flats almost all the time kind of girl (except for special occasions). I blame it on two things: my job (teaching kinder babies) and my clumsiness. Seriously heels are pretty scary for me and my balance skills. However I love the chunky heel on these as well as wedges. 

Lace top:same as above, belt: Ann Taylor, Winter 2011, Skinny jeans: Gap Outlet Winter 2010, shoes??, necklace: Forever 21, Bracelet: Target, Spring 2012
Outfit #7 Printed Cardigan, Lace Top, Yellow Shorts and Sandals

Oh, cardigans. You are one of my most favorite things. 

Cardigan: Target, Winter 2011 (I think!), Top under cardigan: same lace top as above, shorts: Forever 21, summer 2011, shoes: TJ Maxx, Summer 2012, Necklace: vintage from Street Scene, Bracelet: Target, Spring 2012

Thank for reading! 

I hope to have a couple tutorials up for you this week...or at least a painting furniture post...if I ever get it all done, that is! Have a great week! 

Linking up with the 30 with 30 project by Kate and Lauren on From My Grey Desk. You can still join in!

One Dress-Three Looks-Week 2 of 30with30 Challenge

So this post is way late, but I wanted to keep this challenge going so here it is. I've been doing some more traveling to visit more friends and family so getting everything done on time has been difficult. I'm really enjoying my summer, though, so that's what's important. :)

This challenge has been so fun. I would have not thought of pairing this dress with different things unless I had to. 

Outfit #4: Old Navy Striped Dress

Dress: Old Navy, Summer 2012 (I'm pretty sure it was $15. LOVE), necklace: Forever 21, watch: , shoes: from TJ Maxx

Outfit #5: Old Navy Striped Dress Under Tan Skirt, belted

Dress (same as above) used as a top, tucked into this skirt, Tan skirt: Forever 21, Fall 2011, necklace: vintage from Street Scene , belt: Forever 21, Summer 2011, Shoes: ?? (maybe Macy's) Summer 2010 or 2011
Outfit #6: Old Navy Striped Dress as Skirt with Red/Orange Top, Belted

This one's my fave. Dress: same as above (used as a skirt with a top layered over), Shirt: NY&CO, Summer 2012, gold belt: JCrew Factory Outlet, several years ago, bracelets: Target, Spring, 2012, Earrings (my favorite ever): Betsy Johnson gold glittered flower posts with rhinestone centers, summer 2010, ring: my mom's, shoes: Guess from DSW, Summer 2012

I'm pretty sure I've worn those earrings with every outfit post so far. I tend to do that. They're so easy since they're posts and they match everything! 

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30 with 30 Challenge! Join me!!

So I've decided to participate in the 30 with 30 Challenge that the Small Things Blog and From My Grey Desk  are hosting

The idea is to use 30 items from your wardrobe and mix them up to make 30 outfits. This includes jewelry, shoes, tops, and bottoms. I love clothes and I've toyed with doing outfit posts on here before, but I could never get it together. I also LOVE mixing up the things in my closet to make unexpected outfits. I thought this challenge would be a good way to motivate me to start outfits on my blog as well as an opportunity to get creative with my wardrobe. 

 Today was their week 2, but I just started, so I'm sure you could, too! Just go for a week or two after they do on your own blog. 

So let's get on with the outfits. I'm visiting Matt's family in Bluffton, South Carolina near Hilton Head so I had to make due with what I brought which meant no belts. That's right. This girl who LOVES belts forgot ALL of mine at home. Tragedy. Don't worry. I'll work a belt or two into my next outfits. :)

Outfit #1: Neon Herringbone Dress, Pendant Necklace, Gold Chain Flats

I snagged this dress at Target the second I saw it. Love the neon and subtle herringbone design. These gold flats are my favorite because (they're gold, duh) and they have chain on them!! This pendant necklace is also one of my very favorite pieces. It was on sale at the JCrew outlet and I knew it needed to be mine. Love this outfit for anything. Add a cardigan and it's perfect for work. Add a jean jacket or blazer and it's perfect for evening. Wear it as is for ever day! Easy summer dresses (and cardigans) are my staple.

Gold Chain flats: Guess brand from DSW, Spring 2012 (my FAVES), Neon and Tan Herringbone Spaghetti Strap Dress from Target, Spring 2012, Charm Pendant Necklace from JCrew Outlet, Spring 2012

Outfit #2: Blue Floral Tank, Short Sleeve Cardigan, Yellow Cuffed Shorts, Gold Chain Flats,

Love love this colorful summer outfit. Those yellow shorts are my favorite. Love this outfit for running around doing errands or to lunch with friends during the summer.

Blue floral top from Old Navy, Spring 2012, Short Sleeved Cardigan from Ann Taylor Loft, Fall 2011, Yellow Cuffed Shorts from Forever 21, Summer 2011, Bangle from Target, Spring 2012, Flats used again, Pendant chain used again

Outfit #3: Neon Herringbone Dress, Cream Curb Chain Necklace, Tan Skirt, Cardigan and Gold Chain Flats

Yep. I tucked that dress into a skirt and added a cardigan. Tucking a dress into a new bottom is one of my favorite tricks to get more bang for your buck with my wardrobe. This would be an outfit I'd wear to work for sure.

White Three Quarter Sleeved Cardigan from Old Navy, Summer 2011, Tan Skirt from Forever 21, Fall 2011, Cream Curb Chain Necklace from Forever 21, Winter 2011, Neon Herringbone Dress used again, Bangle used again, plus another bangle paired with it also from Target, Spring 2012

another jewelry pic

Hope you enjoyed the first outfit post here! I hope to do more! You should all link up at the 30with30 Challenge too every Tuesday at From my Gray Desk!!