OY! It's '09! I hear you!

Ok ok.... it has been a RIDICULOUSLY loooooong time since I have posted. Like 2 months ridiculous. Jeesh. BUT it has taken me this long to get through the last of the holiday catch up game at work and the "I don't care what I wear because I can only fit into elastic pants" post-holiday fashion blahs. But now, as things return to normal, my shopaholic ways once again return with gusto. Aren't you glad some things NEVER change? I know I am...

Now, on to the topic at hand - what fashions are ruling my brain for (almost) spring?
I think that for today at least, I will allow a monochromatic answer to this, if only because there is SO MUCH stuff to catch up on right now that perhaps if I break it into sub-categories, it will be easier. Today's category is a color that has taken hold of my heart and mind as of late: BLUE. In all hues and subtleties. I. Am. Loving. Blue. Especially peacock blue, AUGH! I can't get enough! I just bought a peacock blue handbag and I am obsessed with it.... drool...

MEGAN DRESS - DELIA'S $44.50

SUSANNA SKIRT - DELIA'S $34.50

H81 BABYDOLL JERSEY DRESS - FOREVER 21 $12.90

FLORAL CUTOUT BABYDOLL - OLD NAVY $19.50

FOLDOVER JERSEY SKIRT - OLD NAVY $15


INTARSIA SWEATER - OLD NAVY $25

PERFECT KHAKIS - OLD NAVY $32.50

SPOTTED FEATHER BEADED EARRINGS - FOREVER 21 $4.80

SIMPLE CIRCLE EARRINGS - FOREVER 21 $2.80

PAINTED BEADS NECKLACE - FOREVER 21 $9.80

Don't these blues just make you feel HAPPY? They definitely do for me... Throw on a shade of blue this week and infuse your day with brilliance and fun... or something like that.

IT'S FALL FASHION TIME (I THOUGHT IT WOULD NEVER GET HERE)

Hello lovely people! As I sit here on a surprisingly uncharacteristic but welcome cloudly September day, I could not be more excited about the coming fall weather and the corresponding fall fashion. After all my endless talk of being impatient for summer so I could flounce in wafting and full skirted dresses, one would think I am a bit fickle. Well, to you I say, the best thing about the seasons is that they change. I tire of them quickly. I suppose I am quite fickle. But I'm ok with that :-)

Therefore, read on to find some of my favorite fall fashion picks this week. Imagine the crisp air, the smell of apple cider, the foliage people! The foliage! But what do I know about foliage, I live in LA...

Boatneck Dress $39.50 from Alloy
This dress is mighty nice. It feels like you could rock it in transitional weather then break it out again for winter holiday parties.

Cable Knit Tunic $34.50 from Alloy
I am a sucker for white sweaters. I don't know why. The simplicity of white just works for me with a big chunky knit. This one is a bit boho and I love it.

Shawl Cardigan $29.50 from Alloy
Love the bright blue. Love the snug fit. Love the double breasted button front. Yes, that will do nicely.

Melissa Oxford $34.50 from Alloy
This is one fall footwear trend I am hopping right on. The high heeled oxford. Its totally chic and interesting, and wont just jet out of style in about two seconds.

Ludlow Boot $39.50 from Alloy
These boots + bright leggings + anything on top = fall happy fun time

Cindy Crochet Tunic $34.50 from Delia's
This is perfect to throw on over jeans then grab a chunky sweater for later. Good transitional weather top

Printed Satin Dress $34.50 from Old Navy
I love this dress so much. So easy and forgiving, but totally put together. Plus the color combo is really sending me today.

So...... basically what I think I'm saying is, bring it on, Fall. Bring it on.

BREEZY OFFICE FASHION

Working in an office during the day, I am always on the lookout for an outfit that is cute, current, and workplace appropriate (and that won't break the bank). With that in mind, check out some of the great finds I came across this morning on some of the old standby online fashion stores (Alloy, Delia's, and Old Navy):

Alloy 3/4 Sleeve Shirtdress ($39.50)

Alloy Menswear Mixed Media Dress ($42.50)

Alloy Striped Ruffle Yoke Dress ($39.50)
obviously would need to be worn with leggings of some sort in a non-casual office, since it is pretty short, but so cute!

Delia's Pamela Check Dress ($39.50)

Old Navy Belted Satin Dress ($34.50)
I debated as to how office appropriate this dress was since the satin makes it a little bit slinky/festive. But how awesome would it look with some black leggings and boots in the fall? Very office approriate.

Old Navy Floral Shirt Dress ($29.50)
Casual Fridays? Am I reaching? I had to include this dress, it's so cute, and despite being short, it's otherwise very modest.

Old Navy Stretch Ponte Pleated Tank Dress ($29.50)

Old Navy Voile Cinch Tie-Dress ($29.50)

Dresses are just so perfect for everything (except yardwork. Ok, maybe some yardwork? Special yardwork, like trimming flowers from your garden for a lovely impromtu bouquet. Yes, because I do this ALL the time in my imaginary yard. But, IF I DID, I would do it in a dress). My point is, you just throw one on and go, and you can buy a whole new ensemble for a lot less money if you just go for a good dress.

I LOVE THE SMELL OF A CLEARANCE SALE IN THE MORNING

Just wandered on to Delias.com, which is sort of like Alloy, has cute stuff but is just thismuch too pricey for what you get for my taste. HOWEVER, also like Alloy, they are rocking the clearance items at the moment. Look at the reasonably priced pretties I found!!

1.Annie Dress $19.99
HOW CUTE IS THIS??? There is simply NOT enough piping in my wardrobe...

2. Brigitte Dress $29.99
OHMYGOD I love this dress soooooo much. This is totally my fav find of the week. SO LOVELY!

3. Jaclyn Dress $29.99
This is a cute Maxi at a great price.... love the orange, too.

4. Emily Maxi Dress $29.99
Yet another cute sunny maxi at a great price... I dig the brown and yellow combo, you really don't see that enough.

5. Marilyn Dress $19.99
Super cute and trendy one shoulder piece for $20. Yes.

6. Savannah Linen Wide Leg Pants $9.99
I love wide leg summer trousers.

7. Jenny Slingbacks $9.99
to go with the above mentioned trousers....

Gotta love a good sale...