I’m hoping utility vests never go out of style. I got this one online last summer thinking I would wear it all the time but then when I put it on, I would get anxious that it looked too big. It’s much longer than I anticipated, and I’m sure that’s because I’m so short. It probably fits just right on an average person. It’s also more gray than green/olive, but I really liked all of the extra details like the leather patches on the shoulders and the studs around the pockets. So, whether it’s big or not, I’ve decided to embrace it.

Nick was at the U.S. Open all last week so I decided to treat myself with new shoes. Hey, he gets what he likes and I get what I like. It’s a win-win. This was the first outfit I thought of wearing with them because it’s simple enough to let the shoes and the vest pop. I like the way it turned out.

Here’s the fun one:

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Shirt: Old Navy
Jeans: Kensie via Stitch Fix
Vest: Conversation Pieces
Wedges: Target
Necklace: Hawthorn Collection (online)
Bracelet & Earrings: Old Navy
Sunnies: Target

I got this shirt on sale for $9 and it’s only purpose was for my Pitch Perfect Halloween costume (I was a Barden Bella) because it was too big for daily wear. But I liked it enough that I took it to the tailor. It can be worn in many different ways so I’m glad I spent the extra money to have it taken in. I love the way it looks tied in the front.

The shorts remind me of one those puzzles that ask how many triangles you can count. There seem to be a lot… not that I’ve tried counting. And chambray wedges? I don’t think it gets any better than that!

Old Navy was trying to hide these wedges from me on a high shelf but I made Nick fish around until he found my size. They can’t hide pretty things from me that easily!

Top: Belk
Shorts: Target
Wedges and Earrings: Old Navy
Clutch: Francesca’s
Sunglasses: Target

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

I know I’m a little late for a Mother’s Day post but here it is anyway! I usually see my mom {and dad} about once a month since I live several hours away from my hometown. When school started, my time with my parents was reduced to about once every other month when I would have a break. Needless to say, I was really glad I got to spend Mother’s Day with my mom. The family went out for an early dinner and then frozen yogurt, and kept it very low-key, so this is what I wore. My mom was just glad that we could all be together. Now I can’t wait for Father’s Day!

There’s something about these harem pants that make me feel edgy, even though they’re really tame compared to some  pants out there. Fun fact – when I’m feeling edgy, I wear my hair in a messy bun and put a bump in my bangs. I think I’ve said it before but these pants are so comfortable and I love dressing them up. I was going to wear this outfit to class but it rained, so I changed because I hate wet feet when my feet aren’t supposed to be wet! I can’t wait to wear this out to dinner or maybe to a show. OR even to class when it stops raining. Seriously, it seems like every Tuesday for the past 3 months has given us crappy weather, be it snow or rain, or just plain cold. Maybe someday my friends on campus will get to see this outfit. Until then, my internet friends will get to enjoy my edge.

And here’s the fun one: