OOTD - Coin Purse Cardigan

I ordered this cardigan so quickly the morning that it hit sale, that I forgot to read all the reviews warning to size up because it ran so small. I sweated it out waiting for UPS and crossing my fingers that the XS would fit.

Blue Book Blouse - Anthropologie.com, $68
Coin Purse Cardigan, $90
J.Crew - Donegal Tweed Atlee Skirt Forest, $178
Beveled Button Studs, $12
Anthropologie - Winding Ruffle Boots customer reviews - product...

Thank goodness, it does! I absolutely love this cardigan, the colors, the quirky feel, the granny coin purse pockets. Next time I'm so wearing this to Chuck-E-Cheese - Harrison's tokens in one pocket, Sawyer's in the other - perfect!

Today I'm headed to Macy's to pick up a new set of Corningware - I haven't broken a piece in 10 years....then along came Graham....

OOTD - I don't remotely know what I am doing wrong

I am so completely frustrated with my new camera remote. It worked perfectly, yesterday! Today? I got nothing. And I don't know what I'm doing wrong. I checked to make sure the battery was in correctly, I hold it at every angle, I move closer to the camera, farther away from the camera, outside, inside, lens extended, double and triple check that I have it on the correct "release" setting. I have literally tried everything. And now I give up. I also have given up hope of being able to park this monster van into the garage, which is why you continue to see it in my OOTD pictures ;)

J. Crew Traversa Cardigan
J. Crew Cord Atlee Skirt
J. Crew Chiffon Tiered Tank
Anthropologie Flower Chain Tights
Target Mossimo Supply Co. Kachiri Leather Americana Boots

What I didn't wear last night...

Last night my husband and I went to see Sarah Palin speak at a fundraiser. The tickets were purchased by his firm to support the partner who played a key role in organizing this event. What's funny is that one of their paralegals was a protester at said event. I guess that could be awkward around the water cooler today ;) Politics aren't my thing, but as a mom in the audience I found Sarah Palin to be relatable and lots of fun.
Also lots of fun? My new remote for the camera! I bought one this morning, and quick put on the outfit I didn't end up wearing to the fundraiser last night so I could play around with taking pictures.

I bought the Impressionist's Dream Dress off of Ebay, and it seems there are still plenty of listings available. I love the contrast of blue and green and can't wait to wear this beauty in the Spring! For last night it was a bit too dressy, and it was too cold to not wear tights.

Instead, I wore the Southward Stop Dress (again!) because what could be more appropriate then a wildlife print for the former Governor of Alaska?

OOTD - Clear the Roads!

I wore the Southward Stop Shirtdress to church yesterday and paired it with my Rushing Ruffles Cardigan and Berry Bush Tights, just like when I originally tried it on, here. To mix things up and be even more casual today, I experimented with wearing the Breezy Polka Cardi and my boots from Target. Even though there isn't any red in the dress, I think this works.

Today I am driving around in my rental van as my car is away for repairs....cross your fingers that the damage doesn't cost a bazillion dollars to fix. I never thought I was the mini van type, but I have to admit, I really love driving around in this thing - just be sure to get out of my way if you see me coming ;)

OOTD - I wish the sun would shine through

Today the sky is dark and it's pouring buckets in PA. Oridinarly sweatpants are what I feel like wearing on dreary days, but then I remember how the hems drag in the puddles, and kick muddy splatters all over the back of my pants.

I've been thinking about recreating this look from the J. Crew catalog for a few days now, and since I know a lot of you scored the Shine Through Button Up yesterday (I got a price adjustment - whoohoo!) I thought I'd pull mine out yet again.

Here was the Polyvore I made

Slate Blue & Army Green

And ta-da!

Special thanks to impossibly sweet Kathryn for helping me procure this cute pocket watch locket from Oh Hello Friend I love it and so do my boys who always want to "check the time" when I am wearing it :)

OOTD - I Resemble That Remark

So yesterday.

It was bad.

Yes the boys fought. But on top of that our CO alarm started blaring at 11am and even in heels on a chair I couldn't reach it to change the battery. So my husband came home from work, only to discover we didn't actually have any batteries the right size. After finally changing it out and returning to the office, the alarm sounded again. Back dh came and this time we called the company who told us how to reset things. That solved the problem for two hours, when the alarm once again started to screech. At that point, I was convinced we needed to open the windows and head outside.

For dinner I decided to leave and pick up the McDonalds I had promised the boys, only I didn't want to back out the garage at hit the service truck in the driveway. So I was very, very careful. Well, of what was behind me, at least. The side of the car smashed into the garage. Whoopsies. If you've known me for awhile you know this isn't the first time I've had spacial issues. Or the second. Or the third. Gulp.

My husband shook his head at me "not only do you spend all the money but then you cost me money on top of it."

It was hard not to laugh when the gas company asked if anyone in the home had a headache.

I did not make it to the camera class.

Husband will be happy to know however, that this dress did not cost him a cent. I bought it with the birthday gift card I received from SIL.

Old Navy Tie-Waist Shirt Dress
Hue Pointelle Tights
Anthropologie Corn Maze Boots

And for a bit of good news. There was no gas leak ;)

OOTD - Hiking Ruffles

Both of my older boys (who fight CONSTANTLY with one another) have the day off from school today. Which means, wearing this pretty new cardigan will likely be the highlight of my loooong day at home with them. We already voted this morning and this afternoon I'll try to distract them from killing each other with lunch at McDonalds. Tonight I'll luckily have some reprieve when my mom babysits so I can take a camera class.

Anthropologie Hiking Ruffles Cardigan
Loft Tee & Cords
Anthropologie Triple Buckle Belt
Anthropologie Hallowed Halls Oxfords

I could own this comfy piece in every color, the material is so soft and it's not too heavy. The ruffle detail makes it feel so feminine. It's a bit longer in the back too, which I really like.