NW: In the Navy

A bit belated with my Navy... by only about 4 days, so really, in the World of Mel, that's pretty darn on-time. You're welcome :)

I'm really loving this man-sweater. Paired with skinnies and a gold chain, I think this worked out pretty well. And to think - I found this in my mom's donate pile back in the fall and never actually thought I'd wear it.

My female boss affectionately told me I look like a Japanese school girl (she meant this as a compliment! I do think I looked pretty kawaii!)... and yes, we have this kind of relationship.

sweater - ???; sheer blouse - Jacob (2010); skinnies - Gap (2010);
boots - Sirens (2010); chain - Stella & Dot (2011)

Ways I've worn this Sheer Blouse...

Also, I'm super proud to say I'm kicking ass at this shopping-ban thing. I've been VERY tempted, but in the end, will power prevailed!

Grey & Brown

Neutrals week continues!
Nope, I haven't forgotten, I've just been so freaking tired lately that all I want to do when I get home is sleeeeeeeep.

It seems that no matter how much I get, I could always use more... does anyone else ever feel like this?

Anyhoo... Tuesday was Grey:

tee - Esprit (2011); cardigan - Jacob (2011);
pants - Max/Miley (2009); boots - Thrifted (2008)

And Wednesday was Brown:

tee - F21 (2011); cardigan - Jacob (2008); skinnies - Smart Set (2010);
boots - Sirens (2010)

I'll be sure to update my closet tomorrow... but right now.. you guessed it! Sleep!

BT & Black

It's the beginning of Neutrals Week! (Thanks Kiki & Meg for putting this together!)

I thought it would be fun to combine this challenge with my own.


First up is Black. Easy enough.... until of course you go to get dressed and realize everything black you own is in the wash. Go team me.

blouse - Ricki's (2011); cape - LeChateau (2008); trousers - Gap (2010);
Heels - Aldo"Moos" (2010)

Other Ways I've Worn these Gap Trousers

BT: To Chop or Not to Chop?

Thank you for all the beautiful comments on my last post - you made my day :)

It almost makes me want to give myself a blow out and look like a glamazon every day - but then I realized that involves waking up early and applying effort and quickly dismissed the thought.

And now I will proceed to disappoint you with slightly frump photos...

I kind of want to chop the sleeves off of this cardigan... does anyone know how I would do that with such a thick knit without completely destroying it?

cardigan - Dynamite (2008); LS tee - Old Navy (2010);
skinnies - Smart Set (2010); boots - Lime Light (2009)


Other ways I've worn this Dynamite Short Sleeved Cardi...

BT: Throw Some Glitter, Make it Rain

Let the Holiday festivities begin!
Last Friday night I had the pleasure of attending my boss' annual Latke Party, and nothing says "Holidays" like a little sparkle.

I fell in love with this dress the moment I saw it. The animal print & sequins just scream "MEL!" I ended up changing into nude tights just before I left the house, but you get the general idea here below.

dress - Dynamite (2011); coat - vintage (2010); purse - vintage (2010);
heels - Spring (2008)

I also put together a page for my closet these last few days, so you can check on my challenge progress. I have no idea how I accumulated so many clothes. This is going to take forever.