Went to NYC & All I Got Was...

I know, I know, this is far more tame than the neon green I wore last, but lets be honest - Colour Scares Me!!!

I feel far more comfortable in neutrals, and while I occasionally add a random pop, neon green is quite far out of my comfort zone... I loved the response to it though, so I will definitely have to style it again!

I bought this top at F21 on Fifth Avenue in New York. I know what you're thinking, "you went to FIFTH AVENUE and went into a FOREVER 21?!?!" But lets face it, I am far too poor to go into a Chanel, Gucci, or Prada, regardless of how badly I want to. That, combined with the fact that I have absolutely no self control when it comes to pretty things would have left me in a world of hurt.
I'm proud to say that on my vacation I spent only about $400 on clothes, which I budgeted and saved for. I did splurge a bit on a Michael Kors bag (which will debut on the blog soon, I'm sure!), but even that I got at a bargain for only $200! All in all I'd have to say I deserve a good ol' pat on the back!

blouse - F21 (2011); jeans - Dynamite (2011)

Edit: I just realized you can see puppy bum in the reflection in the mirror! Haha, awesome.

Takin a Breather

It's so nice to finally be able to sit down and relax! These last few weeks have been hectic to say the least, but with the exam finally behind me I can actually spend a little time being lazy - and its lovely.

Now there are only two days of work that stand between me and the Jersey coast line. I can't wait to hit the beach.

Is the Jersey shore tacky to Americans? All I know is that summers there as a kid were always amazing so this is bringing me a healthy dose of happiness and nostalgia!

On a completely unrelated note, the new job has been fabulous. A challenge, but fabulous none the less. Coco can come to work with me which is so much better than leaving her in her crate for hours on end, and I can actually wear whatever I want! So much better than a business casual code... though I guess my style is kind of classic anyways (at least that's what I strive for!), but I do like trying out trends and adding some girly pieces, so this is the perfect opportunity to play with my look a little bit!

tank - Dynamite (2010); jeans - Dynamite (2010); wedges - Aldo (2011)

Up, Up, & Away!

I leave today!
Sorry for my absence as of late. I haven't been posting or even commenting like I'd like to. I feel like I'm so out of the loop! I haven't been able to read many posts, or see how the majority of you are doing with your various 30 for 30 challenged :(
Life has been hectic trying to accomplish everything I need to before taking off. It's not even all done yet, I have to take homework with me... how awful is that?
But I'm beyond excited. And I promise, when I get back I will have lots of photos and stories to share.

Hope you've all been having a fabulous week.