3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

I've always been very against buying an insanely expensive "it" bag. 

I never understood it. Every girl will soon have your bag or some knockoff version of it, so what kind of individuality of style is that? But then yesterday I saw one solitary 3.1 Phillip Lim bag sitting all by itself at a suburban Target on the morning of the line's debut (this past Sunday) and fell in love. In fact, I was a little angry at the people of the store that they were not fighting me for this bag! How did I get so lucky to be the one who found it?

I then realized that this bag is simply made to love, and it wasn't about having the "it" bag. I just wanted it because it was beautiful. I also understand now after carrying it for a day why all the bloggers have the real one: It holds everything including my big ol' camera, my workout clothes and wallet! 

Sitting right next to the super-sparse, picked-over Philli Lim rack was this skirt as well. Only one, and in my size. I picked both up and headed directly to the register.

I couldn't wait to show everyone my finds, so here they are! Did anyone else manage to score any Phillip Lim pieces Sunday? Which ones? Do tell!

Skirt (still avaliable online!) & tote: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

Sunglasses: Target (old)

Striped tank: Aritzia

Shirt: J. Crew (similar, order mens slim!)

Booties: Old Navy (old but cute otpion here for $80)

A Cheetah Heel Dilemma

Yes, I know I already own cheetah pumps from Zara, BUT I still like the idea of these two options here. I was all sold on the Enzo Caswell (top left) with their sophisticated take on the cheetah print and cool metallic accent on the back of the heel. But then I recently saw these Sam Edelman Okalas and reconsidered when I noticed the shorter, more teacher-appropriate heel. I'm torn! 

Maybe I'll just quit being practical and order these ones!

What do you think?

Watercolor Work Wear

The only part of this outfit that is new to the blog is this necklace. Yet for some reason I felt it necessary to make it really hard to see by camouflaging it into my dress. 

I found this stunner at Forever 21 all by its lonesome for just $10.80. For once I think a Forever 21 piece actually looks way more expensive than it actually was, even up close. Grab this one while you can; it's been popping up on my Instagram feed lately too so I guess I wasn't the only one who liked it. Hence why it was the last one to be found.

Happy Friday all and have a lovely weekend!

Shoes: Sole Society "Clare" (sold out but here's another fun blue option)

Dress: Ann Taylor via eBay (another watercolor find here)

Watch: Michael Kors

Bracelet: J. Crew

Necklace: Forever 21

Sunglasses: Kate Spade

Yellow Eyelet Dress

I'm always on the hunt for a great yellow piece. I've said it before but next to hot pink, yellow is my next favorite color. And this clearance find from Old Navy filled my yellow summer void. Enjoy all your bright colors while there is still warm weather to be enjoyed!

Shoes: Gap Outlet (cute pair here)

Dress: Old Navy (similar here)

Belt: Express (similar)

Necklace & Watch: Charming Charlie

Sunglasses: Kate Spade

Fall Dress Trends

I may be busy trying to squeeze in a final wear of all my favorite summer dresses and skirts, but I'm still dreaming of fall dresses.

It's that time of year just before the freezing temperatures force us to wear tights with everything. I intend to work a lot of leather accents and prints into my fall attire. Here are some of my favorite dresses I've found that fit that bill, and have me excited for the slightly cooler weather.

From left to right: Color block leopard dress/ Colorblock zebra dress/ Leather sleeved tweed dress/ Brown leather belted dress/ Black & white print dress/ Black and white faux leather colorblock dress/ Plum leather piped dress