Camo Chameleon

While I had an army vest, 2 blouses and a jacket, what I didn't have was a camo jacket. Shocking I know. I'd been wanting one for while, but just wasn't sure if it really would work on me, which means I wasn't about to spend a lot. Wonder of wonders, I stumbled into Urban Outfitters while killing time before a haircut and BAM! Just what I had been looking for. Oh, and did I mention it was 75% off?

Fate, I tell ya, fate.

Jacket: ByCorpus // Sweater: 525 America {try this or this} // Pants: Zara {try these or these}

Necklace: Target {try this or this} // Bracelet: Forever21 {similar}

Nail Polish: Essie "Penny Talk"

Metallic Loafers: FS/NY {try these or these}

I Pity the Fool

...Who doesn't get this reference. Sure I may not look much like Mr. T (I hope!), but I sure give him a run for his money in the jewelry department. The necklace and bracelet were actually DIY, and so easy its almost criminal (Step 1, buy chains and lobster clasps. Step 2, attach.)

I'd been lusting over this dress, and of course ALL Tibi, for a while, and when I saw it oh super sale at Shopbop I couldn't resist. After years of denial, I then finally understood the importance of a good tailor, but that's another story (and a very boring one at that.) So, without further ado...

Dress: Tibi // Jean Jacket: Zara {similar}

Bag: Marc Jacobs // Necklace: DIY // Bracelets: J. Crew and DIY

Shoes: Report // Bag: Forever21 {Obviously this Valentino is the dream}

{The discovery of the bag was all thanks to Allison from Chain Strap Purse}

The Golden Age

I obviously have a giant crush on any and everything gold..and chains?!? Please drape me in them every single day. So why would I stop at just gold jewelry, when I could wear a jacket painted with gold as well?

I hesitated buying the jacket last year...for all of five minutes. Its amazing how much it goes with, and certainly perks up any outfit. While I'm at it, why not throw on my favorite pair of pants (yes, pants) that always make me feel a little rockstar.

So gold, coated skinnies, and oh right, an Equipment blouse. I know I've waxed poetic on those before, but seriously guys, I may need a 12 step program for my addiction.

Jacket: Rachel Roy {similar Michael Kors or try this}// Shirt: Equipment Signature Silk Blouse 

// Pants: Zara {similar} // Necklace: DIY 

Nail Polish: Essie "Butler Please"

Bracelets: J. Crew Golden Gears // DIY 

Ballet Flats: Cole Haan Nike Air {similar}

That's a Wrap

 

Dress: Issa {similar here and here or try this short-sleeved DVF } // Tank top: H&M // Earrings: Sorrelli  // Necklace: Vintage c/o my Mom! {similar here and here} // Bracelets: Oia Jules and J. Crew // 
Boots: BCBG Rachel Wedge Boots {sold out but try these or these} 

I would love to say that I have known about Issa for ages and ages before Kate Middleton, but I could never lie to you guys. I'd been dying for one of my own, but since I am not a future princess, I had to wait until it was on Gilt and I snapped it up {ok and later a red one too but that's for another day.} The fit, the fabric, the drape are all fantastic as I expected, but my favorite part is the ridiculously bright aqua color {Doesn't quite come through in the photos, but trust me}. I mean POW--this baby pops! 

If you follow me on Instagram, you have probably seen all of today's jewelry on constant repeat, but I can't help it-- I love my chunky chains and these are my faves. The boots manage to give me height but also be amazingly comfortable and even appropriate for a metro commute (a rarity, trust me.)

Loving the pleating and layers!

This is probably my favorite necklace I own-- My Mom has the best taste!

 

Nail polish: Face Stockholm in Dance Party