Outfit Post: Dotty

I'm happy to show off (some of) the results from my yesterday's Thanksgiving-homesick shopping spree. I tried on another version of this skirt at Penneys but the fabric was just a bit overwhelming. I went down two sizes and changed from black dots on white to white dots on black and I think this one suits me much more! It's still a lot of skirt, longer than I generally wear, but I think it'll be really fun come summer and look forward to layering it while it's still cold.

 Broken doll model pose!

 Dublin is getting majorly chilly and there are rumors of snow! So here's a bonus outerwear picture to show off my new knit headband - keeps my ears nice and cozy. I was still cold, though, so I added high socks and a warmer scarf the second time I went out today. You've seen my big-damn-hero coat before here and here. I like swishing around in it dramatically, which is what one does in a big-damn-hero coat.

Tank, Cardigan: Target

Skirt: Penneys

Necklace: Accessorize

Tights: Penneys

Clogs: Avoca

Headband: Penneys

Coat: Target

Wrist warmers: Sock Dreams

Outfit Post: Keep Calm and Carry On

Happy Thanksgiving! I'm feeling a bit homesick being away for the holiday (my second favorite after Christmas), but the abundance of Christmas decorations around Dublin helps cheer me up! While I understand why in the US there's an increase in secularism and more multi-cultural decoration, it is kind of fun to see even the government buildings here getting the Christmas spirit. The GPO has the effing cutest Christmas windows right now!

I finished reading All Clear by Connie Willis last night, which takes place during WWII, mostly during the Blitz in London, so I was feeling a bit of war-time spirit in my outfit today. It helps that Dublin's starting to get a bit of a chill in the air, which makes me feel like I need to break out woolen stockings, knit sweaters, and slips galore to keep in the warmth.

Scarf: Vintage

Cardi: Gap

Blouse: Monsoon

Skirt: Penneys

Tights: Target

Boots: Aldo

Outfit Post: Orthopedic

Jennifer and I joked about getting me some orthopedic shoes because my foot has been hurting lately. I remembered these ones tucked away in the corner of Avoca's sale section and decided to go for it! I mean, if you're going to buy clogs, they may as well be metallic teal, right? Plus these fulfill a very old yearning of mine for some Swedish clogs, going right back to my semi-obsession with Hanna Anderson as a kid. Now if I could just get a set of striped long-johns...

Cardigan: Gap

Dress: Target

Lace-edge slip: Marks and Spencer

Necklace: Accessorize

Tights: Penneys

Clogs: Avoca

Outfit Post: Rainy Day

I had a super cute outfit all picked out yesterday, but I woke up to pouring rain, so I nixed it and went with this instead. I think ruffly sleeves add a little something to any outfit, however.

Cardigan: H&M

Tank: Target

Necklace: Monsoon

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Rain shoes: LL Bean

Outfit Post: Deathly Hallows

I wore this to go to a day-long conference at Trinity on Writing Irish Art History. It was terribly interesting and I met some great people (and got a few more ideas for my dissertation). Afterward (and after a few glasses of wine at the post-conference reception), I went with some friends to see Harry Potter! Sooo good. We went out for drinks afterward to discuss and ended up staying for a few hours talking about how books (including HP) had been so important in our lives as we grew up, each of us nerdy little outsiders. Awww. (PS I was totally Hermione before Hermione even existed, poufy hair and bossy know-it-all-ness included. I'm sure this surprises no one).

This top has such pretty beading, but the way it is cut in at the shoulders makes it difficult to wear casually. I tried here but I don't think the necklines worked well together.

Cardi: Penneys

Beaded top: Anthro

Skirt: Gap

Tights: Penneys

Boots: Aldo

Outfit Post: Pouf

I'm violating the double-volume rule. You know, if you're wearing a big shirt, keep a slim silhouette on the bottom and vice-versa. Whatevs, I'm such a rebel. Also, my light still hasn't been fixed so forgive the dark images once more (and note that my tights are a gorgeous shade of bright raspberry even though you can't tell). Also, every item in this outfit is from a different store! Miracle! Also also, I finally cut my bangs to a reasonable length again, hallelujah. 

Top: H&M

Pocketwatch necklace: Modcloth

Belt: Gap

Silver skirt: Old Navy

Tights: Penneys

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Outfit Post: These shoes are made for talking

My classmates pointed out to me today that I always wear my gold oxfords when I have a presentation to make. It's true, because I think I stand up a little better in heels, I only brought two pairs with me, and I have yet to break in the other pair (arg, by the way). Can I tell you how fab it is to have such fashionable classmates? They always appreciate when I'm dressed cute (or have an awesome new bag!) and I get great tips on where to buy cute things from them. It's win-win, really. Also, my classmate Sarah also had a peter-pan collar today so we extolled their virtues together.

Blazer: Gap

Blouse: Penneys

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Shoes: Frye via Anthro

Outfit Post: Cleopatra

I was super excited to find this collar necklace, because I have been looking for a good statement-y, yet versatile, big necklace for those days when one of my usual delicate little things just won't cut it. I look forward to using it to add flair to some of my more basic outfits. Also, daylight savings time + one burned-out overhead light = dark pictures, so please forgive the poorly adjusted lighting in these!

That last pose is "why isn't my remote working?!"

Cardigan: Gap

Tank: Target

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Boots: Aldo

Necklace: Accessorize

Outfit Post: Airport

Jennifer's last day here in Dublin was today, so I wore this to drop her off at the airport. I miss my partner in crime already!

Sweater: Old Navy, via Jennifer

Cami: Gap

Dress: Target

Tights: Penneys

Shoes: Urban Outfitters

Such a cozy airplane outfit!

Outfit Post: Mimes

I kind of think I look like a hipster mime here, but I sort of like it. This top was another H&M purchase Jennifer convinced me to try out. It's a little out of my comfort zone, but that is definitely good sometimes!

 

Beret: Target

Long-sleeved top: Target

Striped top: H&M

Jeans: Gap Outlet

Boots: DSW

Necklace: DIY

 Again with the mocking. But I forgive her because of her sweet piano cardi and adorable sparkly beret.