3.10.2014

mix and match

it was a beautiful and sunny weekend for the first time in what feels like forever! i spent the weekend at home with my family and it was so nice to be able to actually spend some time outdoors without being all bundled up. weekends at home are always my saving grace. it's nice to escape the daily routine of waking up, going to work, coming home, working out, and going to sleep. every once in a while you've gotta indulge in some extra sleep, yummy food, and lots of blue moon. and trust me, that's just what i did! :)


this floral dress from forever 21 is a current favorite piece in my closet. i love the pattern and the fit. it's loose and comfy, but i can still dress it up with a blazer for work. as i mentioned in my last 9-5 post, a key point for me when it comes to shopping lately has been whether or not i can wear something for fun and for work. it's so much easier than i thought to find pieces that can be styled for both! especially since i love dresses so much. dresses > pants. any day/every day.


i kinda love how much is going on in this look. the patterned dress, the colored tights, a studded bag, it's all a little over the top, and i looove it. and the icing on the cake? this cardigan has elbow pads!!! there's nothing in this world that a love more than a good elbow pad (well i'm sure there is, but you catch my drift. i love these things).


this outfit really makes me think of my best friend brittany. she gave me these tights for christmas (along with a green pair, very holiday spirited haha) and we both have a love for elbow pads (we're weird). when i visited her in seattle last year she wore my favorite sweater (featured here and here) the whole time i was there. she loved it so much i knew that i had to get an elbow padded sweater of her own for christmas. i found a similar one to mine and she was so happy! yay for christmas successes. it's always nice to have little reminders of each other even though we live on separate coasts.



i'm praying for the sunshine to stick around for as long as possible. but, we'll see how this week goes! sending you all warm vibes <3

xxoo,
n

outfit details
dress: forever 21
sweater: buffalo exchange
tights: h&m
shoes: urban outfitters
bag: studio c
sunnies: doubledutch boutique 

28 comments:

  1. I love the title picture, it's really effective! Sets the scene for your images! That is a perfect floral dress too, in love!

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  2. oh my goodness, the tights were a fantastic addition. You look fabulous, love. The floral is too cute. If you get a sec, I'd love to hear your thoughts on my latest. :)

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  3. The dress is so pretty! love it :)

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  4. The floral dress is soooo adorable! And you look great in it <3

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  6. loving your floral dress! it suits you so well ;)
    very nice blog by the way :)

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  8. Totally adorable outfit. I love the floral print on this dress! I'm hoping for sunshine too -- I hear we're supposed to get another snow storm. AH!

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  11. I agree, It's been absolutely beautiful out. I love the elbow patches in that sweater and the pop of green in the bag :)
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  12. Lovely ensemble! I love the pop of spring your embracing here! I hope spring comes soon, haha!

    I haven't shopped at forever 21 in so long... forgot the good finds you could get there! I'll have to go back there sometime :)

    Great post!

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  14. such a chic look!! love the floral print!! :D

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  17. I am so in love with your outfit! great pieces
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  18. Your Forever 21 floral print dress is beautiful and so is the colour of your H&M tights. The blonde highlights of your hair look very pretty against your Buffalo Exchange sweater. It's a beautifully styled outfit and the delightful colours are a nice reminder that my favourite season, Spring, is just around the corner. I'm wondering whether your green bag might wind up being a part of your outfit on Saint Patrick's Day. I love the textured pattern on your tights in addition to their pretty colour.

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  20. That dress is so beautiful!!

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