J. Crew Swim Coverup

Sorry for the delay in this post today. I was at what my cab driver called "Kangaroo court" because I received a violation from the city of Chicago for throwing a shoe box in a garbage can. Dumb! Did you know it's illegal to throw "garbage" in a "garbage can" here in Chicago?!? Silly! Anyway, it was DISMISSED (duh & yay) and now I'm home to bring you the next installment from Greece!

This outfit was pretty much stolen directly from Pink Peonies post a while back and I'm not afraid to admit it. Also it was a favorite of my dad's when he was looking through all my vacation pictures, which I find pretty cute considering he very rarely comments on any of my "fashion" choices.

This particular day on the island of Naxos was spent bumming around the hotel pool and then taking a short walk to the beach. When that's about all your day holds, it's a good day!

 Coverup: J. Crew (also madly in love with this one)

Necklace: Silver Linings Shop

Sandals: Sam Edelman "Trina"

Sunglasses: Nordstrom (only $12)
Nails: Orly "Fancy Fuchsia"

Some yummy fresh treats to enjoy on the balcony of our room. The nectarines are ridiculously, amazingly good in Greece!

Beach views down the street.

Cobalt Maxi

I'm pretty terrible at making a ponytail look special. It usually winds up looking exactly the same every time. This time, however, I decided to give it my all by breaking out the teasing comb and adding a little volume. Still not a monumental difference, but at least I tried.

Any suggestions on how you add some oomph to your pony tail? If you have a tutorial or suggestion, share in the comments below!

P.S I will be back mid-week from my honeymoon, so that will all from me until I return home. 

Dress: Forever 21 (from last summer but super cute option here from Piperlime)

Sandals: Sam Edelman "Trina" (on sale now!)

Necklace and bracelet: Vintage via the Randolph Street Market

Scarf: Gap (similar here)

Sunglasses: Taste of Randolph Street Fest (similar here)

Stripes, Polka-dots... and More Stripes

You may remember this sweater from Monday, and these pants from yesterday... and these shoes too. I told you I didn't pack enough bottoms for my trip to San Francisco! I bought these jeans the first day of the trip and wore them two days straight because of the cold weather.

As you can see, I was getting real creative with what was left in my luggage. I had this referee-stripe blouse left clean that I had planned on wearing with some really cool black tuxedo shorts, but it was far too cold. 

The polka-dot jeans with the referee stripes just didn't work but when I put this striped sweater over it, the combination somehow worked and even created the most unexpected yet coveted trifecta of pattern mixing!  

What do you think? Did my luggage leftover remix work, or do I look like an insane woman?

Blouse: Zara

Sweater: Loft

Pants: Target

Sunglasses: Target

Necklace: Vintage

Bag: Target

Shoes: Sam Edelman "Trina"

Faux Leather Friday

This infusion of faux leather seems to be a little Friday trend I'm starting. Last week it was this Zara top with faux leather pocket and shoulder panels, and this week it's on these awesome new leggings from Topshop. I love them now but will I be able to get away with these while teaching? Hmmm... I'll find a way.

I tend to have an overly colorful wardrobe. I think my closet pretty much has every shade of the rainbow and then some. But about once a week I crave a tougher look, something that consists of dark shades of clothing and a bit smokier makeup. I guess it balances out all the girliness of the bright and cheery colors I wear the other 6 days of the week.

I am a little addicted to Zara t-shirts lately. So comfy and cool all at a reasonable price. They always have enough detail to step them up from the average tee. And my favorite part is that they are long which is great for us tall girls who like to wear the legging and tee look and still keep covered up. 

Have a great weekend and thanks for reading!

Tee: ZARA(get this one while you can, it's selling out fast!), Leggings: Topshop, Sandals: Sam Edelman Trina, Bangles: Nordstrom, Natasha Couture, Watch Michael Kors. Chain and leather necklace: Oia Jules on Etsy