Goodbye Winter

Club Monaco Sage top (on sale for $29!), J. Crew Factory perfect fit corduroy pants (from eBay), necklace from Etsy, Franco Sarto wedges

Here in the middle of the country, things are warming up. I'm about to bring down all my spring/summer clothes from the attic and pack away fall/winter. I've switched out my nail polish colors already. Pale colors and corals, here I come!

Vibrant Magenta

blouse by Missoni for Target, sweater from Anthropologie, pants from Banana Republic, Cole Haan pumps

Surprise! I'm back! I know it's been a while, but can you blame me: until we changed the clocks, it's been dark in the mornings, and too cold outside for outfit posts. And many days, I think: Blogging? Ain't nobody got time for that! 

Today's outfit is all clothes you've seen before, no new pieces to show. 

Spiritually, I have been thinking about humility, accountability, discipline, and priorities. Does it matter what priorities you say you have, when you don't have the discipline to put those important things into action? Spending time with God, serving the needy, and taking care of my body and spirit are all priorities that require more than lip service. Who is holding me accountable to my priorities? And when I don't spend my time like I should, do I have the humility to tell my friends I need help? 

Wearing Red with Green

olive green military jacket from Lulus.com, red ribbed turtleneck by Lauren Ralph Lauren, Joe's Jeans,  olive Rosegold suede booties

I hope you all had a Merry Christmas, my friends! Among many other items, I received this red turtleneck from my husband, and a bunch of Sephora OPI nail polishes, to be featured later on the blog.

I finally got an oversized military jacket, and it may be at the end of the trend, but I look forward to wearing it as a casual coat. All of my other coats are dressier.

Target x Neiman Marcus Proenza Schouler Sweatshirt

Target x Neiman Marcus collection: Proenza Schouler sweatshirt, skinny cargo pants by Blank Denim, Sam Edelman camo flats, Nixon watch, OPI Rudolph Red nail polish

Here's my review of the Target x Neiman Marcus collaboration which released Saturday! 

I had my eye on only a few pieces, all clothing of course! Overall I wish there was more clothing and shoes in this collection and not so many gifty-type items, like dog leashes and lunch boxes. 

First I tried on the Robert Rodriguez sleevless blouse. I loved it on the hanger, it was weighty, with lots of beautiful layers of fabric and ruffles. It was high quality for Target. But on me, it made me look huge and thick. So back to the rack it went.

Then the Lela Rose blouse. I almost bought it. You have to size up, though, there is no stretch to the fabric. It is very pretty and flattering. 

Finally I tried on this sweatshirt. I didn't like it on the hanger, but it is very cosy on. And let's face it, I don't have very many sweatshirts,  they are too casual for my style. But this was just interesting and arty enough for me! I sized up to Medium to get a looser fit. 

Did you get anything, my friends? Do tell!

Cashmere Poncho Monday

M.PATMOS Striped Poncho from Club Monaco, navy long-sleeve shirt from LOFT, Joe's Jeans, Franco Sarto wedge heels, Zoya Kalista nail polish

Ah, Pinterest has been good to me! I just won this asymmetrical cashmere poncho from a Pinterest contest, and I truly love it with all its camel-and-navy striped warmness. Club Monaco is a store I visited last weekend in downtown Chicago, and all their clothes are just my style: modern classic dressing with a touch of whimsy.

Sunshine Colorblock

colorblock sweater by Joie, Joe's Micro Flare Skinny jeans, Ray Ban Aviators, Via Spiga patent heels

It's hard to take a bad photo in this sunny oversized colorblock sweater! Perfect for a casual almost-winter day at home, this Joie sweater is long but lightweight, and I love wearing yellow. I am on a sweater-buying spree, I can't get enough of a big relaxed sweater. So stay tuned!

Oversized Sweater Weather

sweater by Vince, Josefina jeans by 7 for all Mankind, Stuart Weitzman flats, necklace from Tiffany & Co.

Cooler weather has set in, and all I want to wear are big cozy sweaters. I got this one from T.J. Maxx, and really love it, it is soft and not bulky. Pairing it with jeans and grey flannel flats just feels perfect on a day like today!