Fashion Friday Challenge 3!

Happy Friday (night).

We had an impromptu book club meeting and I'm exhausted. I had a day. Thank god for my Book Club friends. So after Peach Sparking Wine from Trader Jo's, and 4 hours of sleep, I'm so ready to goto bed. But first, here's my FFC3 outfit!

I love love love this outfit. I'll probably change the skirt to a stripe (tee hee) and do minor adjustments. No link or price because I can't seem to find the information-even with Google image search. it could be the sparkling wine though. Or the lack of sleep.

Regardless, i love this outfit. Maxi skirts are so in right now and SO comfortable to wear. I can walk around all day in one at work and not feel like I have to fuss with it or anything. A plus for sure when I'm lugging around piles of clothes. It's such a summery outfit and with Memorial Day coming up, it's my kick off to summer!

So One note: Please remember that Memorial Day is in remembrance of those who have served in our military and died for our freedom. Freedom isn't free-so thank a Vet or Active Military Personnel this weekend while you enjoy the day off.

(Odd note: my husband never got it off during is time in the military it was a WORK day).

have a great weekend!!
Much Love,
Alexis

Fashion Friday Challenge 1 Complete!

Happy Friday! I pulled together this outfit (remember last Friday's post?) over the week and kept waiting for someone to be home during the daytime to take a decent picture. Alas, it was not meant to be. So until I can A: find my camera charger and B: get one of those camera remotes, please bear with the less-than-stellar iphone pictures.

Here's the Polyvore outfit and my version of it!

The Sunglasses on my outfit are Tory Burch (here), the jeans are from American Eagle (similar here), the blouse and Ring From Ann Taylor Loft (similar top and here). The shoes are from Target (black here) and the Bracelets are from my Best Friend who brought them back for me from a trip to Jordan.

Honestly, the sunglasses were the most expensive-but then, my hubs bought them for me on sale, last November for our 4 year anniversary. The only thing I had to buy was the ring from Loft, everything else was in my closet.

The changes made were on the shoes and bracelet. I have a few pairs of red shoes-but no flats- that I never wear and I really couldn't justify buying another new pair. Not that I didn't look mind you, but it was a good thing I didn't find what I wanted. As for the bracelet, The one shown was not to my taste so I opted for artistic license and swapped it for 3 silver bangle bracelets.

Total spent:$8.00. Way cheaper than $1300 no? 

What are your plans for this weekend? I'm going to a charity luncheon for my mom's Women's Club and starting my first day of "real work" at Loft! I'm so excited!Also, I may already have an item for my next FF Challenge!

Love, Alexis

Ann Taylor Loft!

Hello, hello! I hope everything is going swimmingly in your neck of the woods. Things here are improving daily, I am glad to say.

Monday evening I found out I was hired at Ann Taylor Loft! So exciting! Yesterday, I went in to fill out paperwork and do some initial training. Part of that was to try on clothing to see the various fits on the pants. Part of my job is to try on cute clothes and make outfits. HOW is this work? Soooooo today I went shopping! (I know). We are having a store meeting on Sunday and I'm told pictures will be taken so I wanted to make sure I had a great outfit (and backup) planned.

Plus, while a lot of my clothing IS from Ann Taylor/Loft, most if it isn't current and (yadda yadda) because (excuse to buy new clothes) also (super cute things in the store). Wouldn't you agree? So first, the dress I had to have: Ruched-Bodice-Maxi-Dress  The picture does NOT do it justice. I'll make up an outfit this weekend with it and post it when I can. It's very Grecian and ridiculously comfortable. It's also expensive for a jersey knit dress. It's $89.50 and while I love it to pieces, it's something I would have passed over because of the price. However, it *really* makes your body look great.

Up next is the Split Neck Henley Blouse. Which is all kinds of fabulous! Also, VERY sheer. It's 100% Polyester and is actually breathable. Surprise Surprise. It looks great pared with Capri's (which I bought), a knee length skirt (which I own), the Pin Tucked Maxi Skirt (with a belt for waist definition-I almost bought it but refrained because I was trying to be good), tucked into slacks for work wear, and jeans. For serious, that's a lot of outfits.


I also picked up a few camis, a scarf, pale pink jeans, a ring (to be featured on Friday!) and these earrings. Now, I adore these earrings but by George, they are seriously heavy. I'm not too big on wearing heavy earrings because I don't like the pull on my ears, so unfortunately, they will go back.

There were a ton of other cute things I passed by (the dresses) but, I did keep reminding myself that it's not like I won't be back soon! I'm still on the job hunt for a "day job" and I really applied at Loft mostly to have fun, and work with people my own age.

I'm looking forward to Friday! Not only will my first Fashion Friday Challenge go up, but I am also meeting up with my book-club before one of our members moves to another state. Friends, fashion, books and since it'll be at our local coffie house- Coffee! How could one NOT enjoy that?

Have a great day!

Using Google to Find What You Want!

Good Evening! Today was a good Sunday for myself! I went rollerblading with the husband because A: we are trying to get fit and B: It was just a GORGEOUS day out:
                                             
Afterwards, we started laundry, watched some tv and then took off to Ikea to walk around and to get dinner. I have so many new ideas from Ikea that I want to try. Dinner at Panera was delish, and now I feel like I ought to be back and exercising again because I had their sinfully delish Mac and Cheese.
Also, thanks to the hubs, I found a mug I've been pining after for forever. FOR-EVAH!
I found this image on Pinterest (addicted? Me? Yes!):
    
But I simply COULD NOT find where that mug was from. For MONTHS. Drove me crazy. So the Hubs showed me how to use Google to find out where the original source of the photo is. Basically, you go to images.google - copy and paste, or upload form your computer or drag the photo over and put it in the search bar. Hit search and Volia! (You can find your very own here. It's from Anthropologie.) I'll post a Picture when mine comes in. I'm so excited, I can hardly wait!

I know there was a huge delay in between the first post and this one. I wound up getting majorly sick, forgetting the password (d'oh!) and losing my job. However, not working 8 hours a day right now means more posting opportunities! I wasn't completely not thinking about this blog-I've been  dreaming up for re-occurring post themes:

Fitness
Fashion-Using Pinterest to be more fashionable.
Cooking
Homemaking
Being creative!

I've already got some outlined that just need to be typed up. :) I hope you have a great week this coming week and stay tuned for exciting things!
Best,
Alexis