Pray For Boston!

Today, I just wasn't in the mood for anything fashion related.  I actually got dressed up really cute this morning (some new clothes I bought this past weekend).  But I was feeling very melancholy and this song only added to the sadness I was feeling, but it just feels appropriate for today.  

I usually listen to this song when I could use a good cry and today just feels like one of those days...as a runner I am so horrified and disturbed by this tragedy! I just ran a huge race in DC last weekend and it just really makes you think that it could happen anywhere there are large crowds of people!  I just really hope we can find out why and who did this horrible thing! 

#prayforboston

Casual Thursday

Sometimes you just have to throw on some Chuck Taylors and call it a day...

Chambray and Ruffles

Now that the weather is teasing us a little and we're getting a few nice-ish days here in Ohio, I'm trying to incorporate more dresses and skirts into my outfits.  I find that pairing a chambray top with a skirt is a good way to keep your arms covered and make the skirt a little more casual.  But I'm pretty sure the Hunters were all it needed to make this look more casual. 

Dress-Forever 21 {really old} // Chambray Top-American Eagle, December 2012 {Similar} // Necklace-Ebay // Boots-Hunter, January 2013 {On Sale}

Lavender and Bordeaux

I wanted to pair 2 unexpected colors together.  I like the contrast between the rich bordeaux pants and the light pastel of the blazer.  Unfortunately it was too cold and too dark for outdoor pics by the time I met up with Trey after work, so this is the best I could do.

Pants and Blazer-H&M, November 2012-Black Friday Sale! {Similar peplum blazer} // Sequin Tank-Express // Necklace-Thrifted // Boots-Necessary Clothing {Similar here}

Jam Session

So as part of trying to blog everyday, I sometimes have to throw in posts that aren't fashion related.  I'm not sure how everyone else feels about it, but I like getting away from clothes from time to time and posting about other interests of mine, mainly music and alcoholic beverages, but we all can't be perfectly well rounded.

One more day till Friday =)

Pink Accents

Hot pink has always been a favorite color of mine, I mean, honestly, what girl doesn't love hot pink? It just adds the perfect amount of girly-ness to any ensemble.  Plus in my opinion, hot pink goes with any color combination.  Which is why I mixed in pink accents with this black dress even though I was already wearing a burgundy top underneath. 

 Dress-Forever 21 {Yes, that is a dress! I had to wear a skirt underneath b/c in what world is that thing a dress?! I'm only 5'5", it's not even like I'm a tall bitch!} Create a similar look with this dress // Skirt-Victorias Secret // Burgundy Top-H&M // Necklace-H&M {Similar here} // Belt-Target // Pumps-Colin Stuart {Victoria's Secret} Similar Here // Watch-Michael Kors // Bracelet-J. Crew.

Tuesday Casual

Tuesday Casual by marcyb15 featuring colorful necklaces

Nothing like some stretch pants and a quick updo for a Tuesday...especially when I worked at the bar last night.   Feeling very blah today! But I'm heading to DC this weekend {yet another trip and another race} for the Cherry Blossom 10 miler, and of course to visit with my favorite older sister :) Have a Great Week!

Plaid and Stripes

My roommate tried telling me that plaid and stripes did not go together, and I told him he obviously hasn't seen Pinterest lately. Plaid and stripes are all over Pinterest, here are some of my favorite looks. 

Sometimes guys just don't know what they're talking about! 

Striped sweater-Macy's // Plaid Shirt-Necessary Clothing {Similar} // Hunter Boots {on sale now!}

Sequin Collar Sweater

I don't really have much to say about this outfit.  Other than Welcome back to shitty Ohio, where winter coats and boots are still in full gear! Although, it's supposed to be in the 50's this weekend, so that will be nice.  I'd like to get some shopping done, the outlet mall, maybe bed bath and beyond, I don't know if we'll have time! Lol

Outfit Details: 

Coat-Kensie, Burlington Coat Factory, Winter 2012 $69.99 // Sequin collar sweater-Last seen here, H&M, November 2012 $15 {Loving this look} // Jeans-Forever 21, October 2012 $15 // Boots-Hunter, January 2013 $79 {On Sale Now} // Watch-Michael Kors, December 2012 $150.

I'm Back =)

So I just got back from Panama City, it was essentially a Spring Break trip for everyone else, but just a short weekend get-a-way for me, since I don't get a spring break and all.  But it was nice to get some sunshine (Even though it was only mid-60's while I was there) and just have a few days off work, drinking all day and partying like I was 23 again. (I told everyone I was 23, since who want's to party with a 28 year old lady on spring break, lol) Once people found out I was 28 they called me Mom the rest of the time...story of my life since I started dating Trey when he was 22 and in college, so I went to more Frat parties than I'd like to admit.  I only took a few pics on vacation, I left my phone in the room the whole time since I didn't want to lose it. I only lost one pair of flip flops, so that is definitely a success since it's not uncommon for me to lose my phone, camera, wallet, ID and a little bit of dignity all in one night.

 A few pics of me and my friend Nikki with some of our guy friends who were down there with us.

 It was definitely chilly this day! You can see another girl down at the pool in a hoodie also.

 

Now that I'm back I'm trying to cut back on my alcohol intake, but I enjoy having a bottle glass of wine every night.  My newest thing to try and make the most of the bottle is turning it into a wine smoothie.  For this particular one I used Moscato, but I'm typically a red wine drinker. 

What You'll Need:
Blender (I use the magic bullet)
5-6oz of wine (Any kind you'd like, but I used Moscato today)
3-4oz of light cranberry juice (You could use any kind of fruit juice from orange juice to lemonade, I sometimes use crystal light as well)
3 ice cubes
3-4 frozen strawberries
1/2 cup frozen raspberries
Blend until all the ice is crushed and if it's too thick add a splash more juice or if it's too watery add one more ice cube and blend again.  It all depends on your desired consistency.
I topped it with a squeeze of lemon and garnished it with a lemon wedge to be pretty :)
And if you'd prefer it strong, by all means add more wine!