Lazy

It seems I have yet to find a short, striped, knit dress that I can resist, but this outfit shows why: they're the most effortless pieces for layering and comfort on those long studying days.

Dress: Target

Scarf: Avoca

Boots: Mel's

Willful

We've all heard "dress for the job you want," but sometimes I think you should also "dress for the weather you want." It's still in the thirties out, with no flowers as far as the eye can see, but with a scarf, hat, and gloves, I was able to still enjoy this wishful-thinking springtime outfit.

Shirt: GH Bass

Sweater: H&M

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Shoes: GH Bass

Checks Mix

Quite pleased with my mix of patterns today: floral pocket square, check blazer, plaid waistcoat, polka dot shirt, even herringbone socks!

Blazer: Banana Republic

Waistcoat: Made by me

Shirt: Banana Republic

Cords: Gap Outlet

Shoes: Topshop

Pocketsquare: Liberty of London

Neoclassical

I had a presentation on a neoclassical sculpture on Saturday at the MIA and couldn't resist a quick pose in front of the neoclassical facade as well!

Raincoat: Dunnes

Blouse: Banana Republic

Skirt: Target

Conference

I presented at a graduate student conference over the weekend; after doing the work of getting the paper together, the most important part is clearly what to wear. So, with a little input from some friends, I picked out my favorite snakeskin patterned dress and this sharp little blazer, which I don't have enough opportunity to wear. The necklace is a repurposed mother-of-pearl silverware handle and was a huge hit at the conference! (As was my paper, thank goodness!)

Dress: Ann Taylor Factory Store

Blazer: Primark

Shoes: Nordstrom Rack

Smart Rabbit

This sweater came in a little care package from my mom last week, and though I'm not sure I would have picked it out myself, I'm absolutely tickled that she thought I would like it, because I do! It's just the right amount of sweet with a little bit of sardonic. Who can resist a bespectacled bunny?

Sweater: Nordstrom Rack

Shirt: Gap

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Shoes: Gap

Crafty

This dress was my spring break non-academic project, and I'm terribly pleased with it. I've worn it half-a-dozen times already. It's Colette Pattern's Laurel, in a beautiful soft wool flannel, fully lined, with an exposed gold zipper. I've already got a few ideas for other fabrics I'll use for this lovely pattern!

Armored

This is an oldie from early in the winter, but recently rediscovered. I snagged these amazing silver ankle boots on a gift card from Macy's and am pleased as all get-out with them: they're shiny and sturdy and armor-like and just the right amount of dandy for me.

Blazer: Primark

Shirt: H&M

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Shoes: Macy's

Outfit Post: Bow Ties Are Cool

I absolutely couldn't resist this tweed bow tie, and pairing it with a bit of a dapper look overall.

Shirt: Banana Republic

Vest: Handmade by me

Tie: Aldo

Jeans: Gap

Boots: Steve Madden

Outfit Post: Zig-Zag

It's getting quite cold here in MN, which means it's time to get creative with layers! I can't resist a bit of brightness, though, even though it's perhaps getting too chilly for this skirt.

Sweater: Gap

Skirt: Nordstrom Rack

Scarf: Target

Boots: Naturalizer