Rediscovered Favorites

Dress: Forever 21 // Jacket: Forever 21 // Purse: Kelsy Dagger // Shoes: Adidas // Scarf (old Zara) // Sunglasses: Karen Walker "Starburst" c/o Shop Ditto // Photos by Sandy

Since I moved, It's ben really fun discovering old pieces in my wardrobe. You know, when you have to reorganize your closet to move to a new closet and you find a bunch of stuff you half forgot about. Aside from these shoes, which I've been wearing constantly (and are great for the airport btw) this whole outfit is made up of oldies. Not to mention most of it is from Forever 21 so I love when you find affordable pieces that can stick with your wardrobe for the long haul.

What are your favorite rediscovered classics in your wardrobe?

High Tops and Stripes

Dress: Forever 21 // Shoes: Old Navy // Sunglasses (similar on sale under $10!) // Bag: ASOS // Hat: Forever 21 // Lips: YSL Glossy Stain

This 80's inspired wall has been taunting me for two years now whenever I leave my Bar Method class in Wicker Park. I always want to shoot in front of it but any time I'm over there it's either pre or post workout which leaves me alone or sweaty. Neither make for a pretty blog post.

This particular day though I had my friend Amy and her baby (off to my left, out of the picture in her stroller) meet me to do this shoot really quick. Finally, success!

Silky Trench Coat

Skirt: Zara // Blouse: J. Crew // Trench: Forever 21 // Suglasses: Forever 21 // Necklace: Vintage // Purse: Aldo // Lips: Nars "Heatwave" // Belt: Thrifted

Date night looks are are taking over this week. Being off for summer vacation is leaving a lot of time for Andrew and I to actually eat dinner together at the same place and time, which rarely happens during the school year. 

This outfit was worn on a date to the Looking Glass theater and since it was still a little chilly out, this silky trench was the perfect lightweight addition. The best part is that it's from Forever 21, so you know it's affordable.

Any great date night recommendations for us? I'd love to hear them! I have plans to cram a whole lot of fun into the next two months!

Olive Moto Jacket

Sunglasses: Forever 21 // Jacket: Forever 21 // Shirt: Zara // Pants: Forever 21 // Purse: Aldo (old but similar here) // Lips: Nars "Heatwave" // Shoes: Target

This was what I wore to work when I felt like I wanted to be in pajamas all day. This has pretty much been a theme this past year. Lots of workouts and after-school running practices leave me very unmotivated to put a skirt on, or even real pants. So this worked out well, let me tell you. Just throw in a mock turtleneck tee to add some polish and a bright red lip. Comfy central, right here.

Cowl Neck and a Cape

Target Quilted slip-on sneakers // Forever 21 Jeans // Forever 21 Sweater // Rebecca Minkoff MAB tote // Zara Cape Coat // Elysian Boutique cheetah hat // Mac "Heroine" lipstick

This sweater has made quite a few appearances  since picking it up at forever 21. I know, right! Can you believe its from Forever 21? It's the perfect mix of baggy and long so it works with jeans or leggings and you still feel covered up. No exposed backside and I'm a tall lady! This outfit pretty much sums up all my casual Fridays's at work.

Speaking of casual, I hope you are all off work today and doing something relaxing before the thanksgiving madness. My family, including the niece and nephew will be running a 5k on Thanksgiving morning! 2nd year in a row earning that meal!

Happy Thanksgiving all! I'll be back soon to fill you in on all the upcoming sales! You know they are coming, might as well take advantage... from the comfort of your home that is. I'll fill you in on all the best online shopping discount codes!

Plaid Moto Jacket

Joe Fresh jeans // Forever 21 Jacket // Nordstrom Rack sweater (similar) // 360 Earrings // Hunter packable boots // Forever 21 short necklace (old) // eBay tassel necklace // NYX lipstick in "Bloody Mary"

I've been waiting for a chance to non ironically wear this plaid moto jacket I picked up at Forever 21. You see, it worked really well with my Halloween costume when I was Paul Bunyan at school.  The costume was pretty great if you want to check it out here.

I love the combo of bright primary colors, and yellow is my second favorite color so you can only imagine how happy I was to find this lone cashmere sweater at the new Nordstrom Rack opening in South Loop on the clearance rack for under $40!

On a personal side note, in an effort to maintain my sanity this winter I'm going to cut back to 3 posts a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. I'm going to soon be overwhelmed with home projects so I'll be very busy. And if you have any great home decor/furniture sites you love, I'm in the market, so please feel free to share! I'd appreciate it a ton! Thanks in advance!

Navy Floral Maxi

Forever 21 dress (similar) // J. Crew Necklace // Zara vest // Kate Spade Bag // Vince Camuto Vive Booties // Akira Hat // Lips // Michael Kors Bradshaw watch