Neon & Floral

This skirt is one of those purchases I made years ago and never really wore too much because I couldn't figure out what to wear with it. As it turns out I have found that neon yellow is its perfect compliment. This one will go down in my pencil skirt hall of fame for even more years to come. 

Any ideas on how you would style this skirt?

Anthropologie Skirt (old) // JC Penny MNG Paris Tee //  C-Label Flats  (very similar)// J. Crew Belt // Gap Cardigan (similar) // Forever 21 Sunglasses (very similar)

Workout Wednesday: Under Armour Tank

These photos were taken after I ran the practice 5K with my 5th grade Girls On The Run team after school. It was kind of a big deal for them because that is the farthest they have ever run in a single practice. Also that is the day they "earn" their team shirts. The field was adorned with Pink balloons and tween music blasted to celebrate! 

Let's talk about this tank though. I recently got it from the West Loop FFC with my $25 referal reward dollars! Thanks Jeff and Olivia!! It totally reminds me of the super thin drapey ones that Lulu is putting out right now, but theirs only come in pastels. I love this Under Armour one because it comes in an array of bright colors, is super light and best of all is half the price of the Lululemon one! Holler!

Saucony Sneakers // Zella Leggings // Lululemon Sports Bra // Under Armour Tank

Shop my Under Armour picks below!

Workout Wednesday: Neon Gapfit

This time of year, workout clothes are all about layers. I recently started my 4th year as a Girls on the Run coach/site coordinator at my school. Although I love that we have an outdoor track, this winter has been relentless! When running outside with my girls, I try to show them how important it is to wear lots of thin layers that way you always have the option of losing one as you warm up. Seems like a simple concept but maybe kind of mind-blowing for a 10 year old!

This neon pullover is a perfect layer to add over one of my favorite Lululemon racerback tanks. It doesn't hurt that it was on sale with an additional 40% off at the Gap last weekend either! I also found a great mint long-sleeve workout top for just around $10. Pretty sweet deals going on in store, so if you have a chance, go check them out!

Pullover // Tank // Nails +glitter on tips // Leggings // Sneakers // Sun Glasses

Winter Maxi Skirt

Who doesn't like looking long and lean? Well that's exactly what a maxi skirt can do for your body. Even though I usually reserve this skirt for the warmer months because it's made of thin cotton and makes for a salt-and-slush magnet near the hem, I still gave it a try. This was a "warm" day for this horrid Chicago winter so it was actually not too bad. And by that I mean I only needed a scarf and 3 layers of shirts. Indoors.

Skirt: Express (almost identical and only $18)

Blouse: Forever 21 (similar)

Scarf: Nordstrom Rack (similar)

Bracelet: Express (similar here)

Jacket: Zara (old but loving this option here)

Booties: Old Navy (cute option on sale here)

Lips: Revlon Just Bitten Balm Stain in Smitten (my fave!)

Green, Yellow and Cheetah

This is what I wore for open house at my school. No parents were going to miss me coming or going! And if it weren't attention-holding enough with all the bright colors, I added the cheetah pumps for a little texture. I had been wearing my favorite neon necklace as well, but forgot to put it back on after I worked out. 

I've had my eye on this blouse for some time now. I even recommended it to one of my clients I was shopping for. I finally caved when I saw it in person at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago's J. Crew Factory store. Especially when it was 40% off AND an additional 15% off with my teacher discount! Just another silk blouse to add to my ever-growing collection.

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Shoes: Zara (sold out but here's a similar new favorite of mine)

Skirt: Target (on clearance for $16.08) (last seen here)

Silk blouse: J. Crew Factory (I'm obsessed with the color)

Click either the links above or the pictures below!

Neon & Cobalt

Similar to yesterday, this is not the most obvious "match" in my closet but something made me want to put this striped top with this cobalt skirt. It got even better when I added in the pops of neon yellow (my favorite of all the neons) in the belt, shoes and sunglasses.

Also, if you are wondering why my hair looks so very red here, I had just dyed it the night before. Yes, attention everyone, I am NOT a natural redhead. If anyone is dying (ha) to become one, I'll even share my color secret with you right here! I do it at home myself and I use this shade. Anyone interested in trying it?

Shoes: J. Crew "Coraline"

Skirt: J. Crew (in heart print here)
Belt: J. Crew Factory (similar here from Target)

Top: Banana Republic Outlet (see my red and white one here)

Purse: Target

Bracelet: Oia Jules

Necklace & Sunglasses: Forever 21 (old)

Vegas: Night Out

Yes, I was only in Las Vegas for three days. 

But Vegas comes with a three-outfit-per-day rule. Every day calls for one daytime outfit, one pool outfit and one going out/nighttime outfit. 

The good news is that most of those pieces are small and easy to pack. But the problem for me is always that I also want to bring about six pairs of shoes and that eats up a lot of luggage space. Then there is the looming problem of shopping too much while there, and running out of space in my luggage to bring it all back.

This is the awesome H&M in Caesar's Palace Forum shops. My husband swears they are pumping oxygen in there and it causes him to make bad decisions and buy tons of clothes outside of his comfort zone. I approve because he always winds up with some very stylish pieces.

With three outfits being worn each day, you can count on more outfit pics from Vegas this week, and if you want to see what this night out in Vegas had in store for us check out my Instagram! It was pretty sweet!

Dress: Forever 21(similar here, my exact dress is not yet on the website but was in the store for $15!)

Shoes: Forever 21 (so comfy and look way more expensive than F21)

Necklace: Charming Charlies (similar here, here, and here)

Toes: Mint Candy Apple from Essie

Wristlet: Similar

Style Chicago Trends

Last Friday, I attended the Style Chicago "Art of Fashion" show at the Museum of Broadcast Communications downtown. This crazy mixed-media structure on the first landing to the Museum made for a pretty interesting background, dont you think?

The show, I must say, was not that impressive. But if I must mention notable trends from the event, I noticed there were a ton of knit leggings in long bunchy-at-the-bottom lengths and TONS of rosettes! TONS! Like a silly amount! Also, a trend I actually like that I noticed from NY fashion week, the black beanie with an attached black fishnet eye veil.

As for trends on the attendees: black-and-white referee stripes, and (my favorite, as you can see by my top) neon yellow were both majorly represented.

On an unrelated note, I'm getting my first haircut in about five months today with a new stylist! I'm a little nervous, but if it turns out anything like this I'll be a happy girl! Seriously, she has what I call "dream hair" it's just too perfect! Wish me luck!

Top: Forever 21

Necklace: Forever 21

Bracelet: J Crew Factory

Watch: Charming Charlie

Pants: ASOS

Shoes: Kate Spade via the Gilt City Warehouse sale!

Bag: Target

Wear Neon Any Time

Neon may be seen as a spring/summer statement, but I'm all for working it into my chilly weather attire. I know it's warming up outside and my pictures in a trapper hat are making you sad but they are only from just a few weeks back! (sorry it took so long to get these posted.)

This sweater was stalked till I found it at a prime sale price. I had my eye on it for a long time and actually would have loved to have found it in white too, though the neon shade was my first choice.

Also as you may have started to notice I'm getting really good at finding J Crew necklace knockoffs at super cheap prices! This one was the "Grand Stone Necklace" sold for $165. Mine was found on eBay for just under $30 with shipping! Sure it's not exact but its pretty darn close!

Oh and btw, no joke, these are straight-up Lululemon tights I wore to work! I had to coach after school so I eliminated half the pieces of clothes I had to change into. Not bad, eh?

Necklace: eBay (this seller has 10 more)

Neon Sweater: Gap

Leggings: Lululemon

Booties: ShoeMint Francoise

Spike Bracelet: Ebay

Watch: La Mer via Stitch (very similar La Mer for Target version)

Hat: Norsdtrom Rack

Sunglasses: Target

Scarf: J. Crew

Lips: Nars "Heatwave" (buy here)