The Slackers Back!

Hi ya! It looks like I took a vacation for the summer, and didn't even realize it. Boy does time fly! I hope all of you have been doing well.

As usual, I've been up to a few things. I just recently became an Independent Jewelry Advisor for lia sophia, so you will begin seeing me wearing some awesome pieces. I chose lia sophia because I wanted a little extra spending cash. Earn extra money + chance to earn free jewelry on a monthly basis = my kind of side gig ;) I was also impressed with their Lifetime Replacement Guarantee. Once I get my website up and running, I will be sure to share that with you all. For now, click here to view the Fall/Winter catalog.

Pink Cardigan w/Jeweled Buttons: New York & Company - $10
Tiered Gray Skirt: Larry Levine - $25
Black Boots: Nine West - $50 (via eBay)
Scarf: Target - $5
Total Cost (not including jewelry): $90

The Jewels















Bracelet: Debbie - $72
Necklace: Escapade - $44
Ring: Structure - $38
Earrings: Inside Out - $26

Sailing the High Seas

Got a whale of a tale to tell ya, lads
A whale of a tale or two
'Bout the flapping fish and girls I've loved
On nights like this with the moon above
A whale of a tale and it's all true,
I swear by my tatoo!

I thought I looked kind of like a sailor today ;)

Burgundy & Pink Striped Shirt: New York & Company - $5.50
Black Vest: New York & Company - $25
Black Cuffed Pants: New York & Company - $25
Red Patent Shoes: Nine West - $26
Scarf: Target - $5

Total Estimated Cost: $86.50

Golden Girl

Today was a pretty good day. Just really busy, but busy is good, right? So busy that I don't have anything interesting to put here. LOL. Maybe I'll have some juice tomorrow.

Below is the latest promo that was emailed from Chadwick's. I think this sweater is pretty darn cute!

Mustard Blazer: New York & Company - $40
Grey & Teal Pinstriped Pants: New York & Company - $18
Burgundy Patent Boots: Worthington - $40
Scarf as belt: Target - $5

Total Estimated Cost: $103

All Mixed Up

Have you ever thought you were on crunch time to prepare for a meeting, and come to find out you put the date wrong in your calendar, and you really have two more days of prep? Yeah, that was me this morning. I thought I had a meeting at the Chamber of Commerce, but when I got there no one was in the office. I'm in my car thinking WTF?

Since I was so focused on prepping for the meeting, I didn't realize that I never received my reminder email and agenda that I usually get the day prior. I guess it's safe to assume they will arrive tomorrow since my real meeting is Thursday!



White Ruffled Shirt: Old Navy - $15
Black Cuffed Pants: New York & Company - $25
Pink Obi Belt: HSN - $10
Scarf: Target - $5
Black Pumps: Nine West: $40

Total Estimated Cost: $95

What Happened?

OK so what the heck happened outside? Wasn't it just 65 degrees in VA or was I hallucinating? It's like 50 below right now. Hubby came and had lunch with me today and we walked (like idiots) to a restaurant near my office. OMG! When I got back into the building after lunch I felt like I had been slapped in the face from the cold wind. As soon as I got home I changed into my comfy jammies and robe :) Ahhh, nice and toasty!

Hopefully all of you have a great weekend. Be safe!





Brown Blazer: Natalie Karlton (Thrifted-Still had the tags on it! Orig. $80) - $6
Pink Shirt: Mossimo - $6
Super Dark Denim: Old Navy - $30
Brown Pumps: Nine West (just one pair of my beauts from Wednesdays post) - $27
Belt: Target (don't know brand) - $3

Estimated Cost: $72

Casting Call

Did I tell you all I went to a casting call for the next Brady Bunch movie today? That is what the flip and the sweater vest is all about. I had to update the look just a bit though. OK, I'm totally joking! I do look like I rolled out of the 60's :)

The boots that I'm wearing were originally purchased by my co-worker but she couldn't get them zipped over her calf. In her defense, I have the smallest calves on earth and I almost didn't get them zipped! I gave them a test drive today to make sure I wouldn't pass out from excruciating pain in my calves. They were actually pretty comfy.






Pants & Boots Detail



Striped Shirt: Izod (Thrifted) - $3
Sweater Vest: Cherokee - $Can't remember but $10 tops I'm sure
Brown Herringbone Pants - Larry Levine (part of a suit) - $30
Brown Boots: Unlisted - $20
Mother of Pearl Necklace: Thrifted - $2
Brown Faux Croc Belt: New York & Company - $10
Headband (probably Target) - $3?

Estimated Cost: $78

Suited Up With a New Toy

I'm really excited! I finally got the Blackberry I've been wanting for months. My last phone, which was a pocket PC, totally died on me a few months ago. The touch screen went out, so it was totally useless. I've been lost without my daily calendar at hand and I cringe at the thought of using a day planner. Since I'm frugal (LOL) I bought a Blackberry on eBay. It took the seller a week to ship it and it died within 24 hours. That was the worst eBay experience out of hundreds!

I was having lunch with one of my girlfriends last week and she had the phone I wanted. She told me her husband had one also and was in the process of upgrading to something else. His new phone arrived yesterday and GAVE me his Blackberry which is in superb shape. They're the greatest!

Herringbone Suite: Larry Levine - $70
Cashmere Sweater: Lord & Taylor (Thrifted) - $3
Red Shoes: Nine West - $26
Scarf: Target - $5

Estimated Cost: $104

Working Girl

Here are todays digs:

V-Neck Sweater: Worthington - $9
Vest: New York & Company - $25
Scarf: Target - $5
Grey Skirt: Banana Republic (Thrifted) - $2
Boots: Liz Claiborne - $30

Estimated Cost: $71

Hip Hip Hooray, it's Getting Cold!

I'm so excited that it's cold enough to wear boots! It won't last very long (it's supposed to be back up to 80 on Sunday) but, it was cold and rainy today so, I took full advantage. The heel on the boots really wasn't what I was looking for, too short, but I fell in love with the detail on the side!

Since it was my Friday, I threw in a touch of denim.











Denim Jacket: French Cuff - $Got it for Christmas 3 or 4 years ago
Yellow T: Old Navy - $8
Black T: Old Navy - $6
Grey Pencil Skirt: The Limited (eBay) - $10
Black Knee High Boots: Liz Claiborne - $30
Scarf: Designer Unknown (Target) - $5

Estimated Cost: $59

A Tarjay Kind of Day

Both these pants and tuxedo jacket were in the thrift store pile a few times. I got the jacket about four years ago before I was really into fashion and I couldn't figure out to do with it. The pants have been through every weight gain and loss that I've had over the past couple of years and they are still a little baggy. Now, I love them both and I am so glad I rescued them!

Tuxedo Jacket: Isaac Mizrahi (via Target) - $15
Scarf: Designer Unknown (via Target) - $5
Fuschia Tee: Mossimo (via Target) - $7
Pinstriped Pants: Ann Taylor Loft - $20
Black Pumps: Nine West - $40

Estimated Cost: $87