pin / cardigan / overalls / slippers (similar)

One of the bad things about working from home is how easy it is to just stay in pajamas all day long. I know it’s cute to joke about how great it is but honestly, after a while it starts to wear on you. Actually getting dressed, and putting some effort into my appearance does wonders for my productivity, and of course, my self-esteem. Plus I really do enjoy putting together cute outfits. I’ve been pushing myself to get dressed as often as possible lately instead of just keeping on my warm jammies when I head to my computer each morning. It’s been great. I feel like in the last half of a month I’ve been more productive than I was all of November and December combined.

Toward the end of last year I got really into taking, and sharing outfit photos again here on the blog. It was the first time in years that I actually felt motivated to do it! Back in 2012-13 I was sharing two or three outfit posts per week. Sadly, I fell out of the habit. Looking back through those photos makes me so mad that I ever stopped. I truly do love taking them, and being able to look back on my own personal style evolution is a blast.

The weather here in Ohio has been far too cold to hang out outside with the sole purpose of taking cutesy photos but luckily my apartment makes a pretty great backdrop. I’d rather be outside but honestly, I’m just happy to be taking outfit photos again! I definitely plan on heading back out for full outfit posts as soon as the weather breaks but for now you can count on  these ‘what I’ve been wearing’ round ups to be a regular feature on the blog!

sweater / skirt / shoes

All the animal prints!

shirt / jeans (similar) / shoes

One year ago I’d have probably considered this shirt out of my comfort zone. It’s not a typical fit I’d choose but I am seriously just obsessed with this whole outfit. Can’t wait until it’s warm enough to wear it out of the house without putting forty nine layers over top.

sweater (similar) / dress / shoes

Another style I might typically not go for. This tight bodycon dress is a bit out of my comfort zone alone but paired with an oversized cardigan it’s perfect! It feels sexy yet still cozy.

sweatshirt / jeans (similar) / shoes

Pink is my new favorite color. Could you tell? Also, I think Professor might be an alien from Saturn. More on that here.

dress / shoes (similar)

This dress could seriously not fit better. I absolutely love the length and the three quarter sleeves. If only it came in stripes…

cardigan / dress / belt was a gift / shoes

Back of the closet find of the year goes to this dress! I don’t know why I haven’t been wearing this thing constantly. Such a flattering cut and fit.

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details
glasses – BonLook
dress – polka dot dress via Amazon
lapel pin – Weird Beard Candle Co.
cardigan – layering wrap with hood via Target
purse –  foldover clutch via Amazon
socks – Target
shoes – oxfords by White Mountain

For the longest time I avoided cardigans that weren’t short, and fitted. My idea of something different was same cardigan, new color. I actually own six or seven of this cardigan, no joke. It’s still a favorite. But then I discovered a love of long cardigans. First of all, they’re usually much warmer which is important when you’re a freeze baby. Aaaand they can totally save a too short dress which is important when the majority of dresses made in 2017 are too short for your frame! This dress is fine when I’m standing up straight but basically if I move at all you’re guaranteed to see some booty! Target claims this cardigan is a robe for lounging around the house in but I say it’s perfect for saving short dress and making them into the coziest outfit ever!

outfit photos are v. serious business, obviously.

details
glasses – Ludlow c/o Alice & Olivia
jean jacket – Target (similar)
shirt – kyla top c/o Moorea Seal
lapel pins – feminist cat pin +moon pin
skirt – skater skirt via Amazon (cheap + tons of colors!)
socks – Target
shoes – c/o Zenzee

I am SO stinking excited that it’s finally jacket weather. I mean, who isn’t!? Don’t answer if it’s you. I’ve had both this shirt and jacket for quite a few months now but rarely worn either. Any time I’d go to add either to an outfit there was just something that ended up working better. Paired together though, I can not think of a more perfect combo! I’ve seen comic panels where a sweaty character is asked why they don’t take off their coat and their response is that it makes the outfit. Now, I totally get it. I even snapped a few photos without the jean jacket but opted not to share them because all these pieces work so well together.On a totally different subject, y’all, my haaaair! Yesterday, in my project 365 post, I mentioned feeling a bit disconnected from my long hair. Like, I’ll look in the mirror and feel like “Woah! Where did this come from!?” I guess it’s from years and years of having short hair. I tried for so many years to grow it but always ended up getting it cut on a whim. Literally, this might be the longest hair I’ve ever had! It may have been a similar length when I was like five but not since then. I definitely struggle with finding the motivation to style it every day but can I tell you something? I feel so dang pretty when I actually take the time to do something other than throw it all up in a bun. I know some day I’ll end up cutting it, and heading back to short hair but right now I can’t even imagine. I feel like the most magical cartoon princess with this hair. I dig it, big time.
xoxo