I got this shirt in my latest Stitch Fix box and when I first tried it on, I thought it was way too big and figured I’d have to send it back. But then I tried everything on again – because I usually try things on several times before making a decision – and when I did, a lightbulb went off and I thought maybe it’s supposed to be a little oversized, and even if it isn’t, that’s what I’m telling myself anyway. I really like the abstract chevron pattern and the cut but I’ve always been afraid of the oversized trend because I’m so short that it if I’m not careful I look like I’m playing dress up in my mom’s clothes. But I added the belt and the wedges and I  fell in love! So here’s one of my new favorite outfits. I’ve worn it to work already; luckily, the dress code for graduate assistants is pretty lax in my office.

Wearing that high of a heel to the office is fine because I sit at a desk most of the time, but I won’t pretend that heels (especially these) are super easy or fun to walk in so I changed into a more practical shoe for errands. I wore the little canvas shoes to the grocery store. I hope to do a whole post about the nostaliga of these little Ked-esque shoes… I love them!

Here’s the fun one!

Top: 41 Hawthorne via Stitch Fix
Jeans: Kensie via Stitch Fix
Belt: Old Navy
Wedges: Target
Canvas Shoes: Target
Bracelet: Old Navy
Earrings: Target

If you follow us on Instagram, you’ve probably already seen a little peek of this outfit. It seems a little silly to wear sweaters in the summer, but the office where I work as a graduate research assistant loves to keep the temperature approximately arctic so sweaters are necessary. I won’t lie, I kind of like it. The only downside is you have to walk outside in the heat to get inside to the chill, but those few minutes are worth it.

I had trouble deciding if I wanted to wear the belt or not. Ultimately, I went with it but I started out without it. You can see in the photos below that it’s missing. What do you think, belt or no belt?

Here’s the fun one: This was just a test picture so I could get the lightening right (or, at least, as close as possible) and just as the camera snapped, my neighbor jogged by and made me laugh. It’s a cute photo so you get to enjoy it, too.

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Sweater: J. Crews (thrifted)
Skirt: Target
Shoes & Belt: Banana Republic
Cami & Necklace: Target
Earrings: gift
Handbag: Franco Sarto via Ross

I wore this to the food truck rodeo I posted about yesterday and it was really comfortable. The weather was just right  for lunch from a mobile cafe; it was partly sunny and not too hot, and then the clouds rolled in. Luckily we made it home (and snapped some photos) before it rained.

This dress is special because my mom has a matching one! We tried it on at the same time and we both liked it so much that we both left with one. This is the first time I’ve worn it because I had to have the shoulders taken up (being high-waisted is getting expensive!) so we haven’t had a chance to wear it at the same time, but I would totally do that because it’s cute and I don’t care!

Other than the stripes, I was really drawn to this dress because of the unique neckline. It gives this otherwise ordinary dress a little kick.

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Dress: Wal-Mart
Shoes: Target
Bracelet: Old Navy

How adorable is this romper? I’ve been wanting one for a while and decided on this one because it’s so pretty! I love the floral pattern with the pop of orange in the flowers. It was too big on top when I bought it, as most tops are because I’m high-waisted, so I had to take it to the tailor. After impatiently waiting to get it back, I finally get to wear it. I think the brown strappy wedges give the outfit a fun and flirty look, and it could work for day or night.

And here’s the fun one: Yay for pockets!

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Romper: ModCloth
Belt: ModCloth (purchased separately)
Necklace & Earrings: Target
Strappy wedges: American Eagle by Payless

On Saturday, we had a few people over for a day of grilling burgers and hot dogs, drinking beer, and playing cornhole and Cards Against Humanity in the back yard. We were outside for a good 12 hours, from noon to 1 AM. When we started, it was beautiful out, very sunny and warm so I wore this almost-halter top and shorts. Why does navy and pink look so good paired together? I seriously could wear this color combo every day.

As the day went on, I kept adding layers. First, this cardigan. The top and shorts alone are cute, but the cardigan adds a nice finishing touch to the outfit, which is what makes this (and any outfit) look so put together, in my opinion.

Then, the sun went down and I got a little cold so I put on my denim jacket. I put it on over the cardigan for a little extra warmth while we were playing some night-time cornhole. By the end of the night, I was wrapped up in a blanket because it got pretty cold.

We had a lot of fun this weekend, and probably drank too much beer, but it was nice to have a fun weekend before the summer school session gets going full-swing.

Playing some night-time cornhole in the back yard.

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Top & Cardiga: Banana Republic (last year)
Shorts: Target
Denim Jacket: Gap
Shoes: Target
Necklace & Sunnies: Target
Bracelet: Old Navy