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WIWW :: Winter Warm Ups

It has been a really, really long time since I’ve done a WIWW. You would think I’d have a whole back-log of photos to share, but unfortunately, not so. So I’ll just share what I’ve got. It seems as thought I;m trying to add a little sunshine and warmth to these winter days with a [...]

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WIWW :: A Little Bit of Plaid

I just mentioned my obsession with plaids the other day. I’m not sure if houndstooth is officially considered a plaid, but I’m lumping it in today.  shirt – j.crew factory // skirt – j.crew factory // tights – target // shoes – target // belt – target // necklace – target I have to tell [...]

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Happy Halloween! As I mentioned last week, orange isn’t just for Halloween anymore. I’ve got my share of orange items in the closet! But talk about unflattering photos! Yikes! sweater – target // tank – old navy // pants – gap // shoes – target // jewelry – tiffany (gifts) shirt – target // jeans [...]

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WIWW :: Orange Pants

I’ve had rose, slate, olive, navy and the standard khaki. But never have I had orange pants. I picked these up at GAP the other day while I was waiting for my appointment at the Apple Store because my phone screen went out and I was crossing my fingers that they would replace it because [...]

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WIWW :: J.Crew’s Five Fall Faves

This week finds me out of town. Don’t feel jealous. I’m not somewhere glamorous like New York City or Los Angeles–though I certainly wouldn’t mind, that would be amazing. But, no, I’m a health care convention. Fun! (read with sarcasm) It’s necessary to keep my Nursing Home Administrator’s License–something you may not have known. Intriguing, [...]

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What I Wore Wednesday

Summer is coming to an end–YIPPEEE! I am one of those oddballs that actually likes the cold weather. I miss my jeans and wool and boots. But, I have to admit, I will miss my summer uniform which includes a chino mini. Apparently, we hit a record for the number of days in the summer [...]

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WIWW :: Portland Style

We just spent a week in Portland, OR visiting family. If you have never been, let me tell you that when you step off the plane, you can smell it–the air is different. Coming from the flat lands of Chicago (don’t dis it, Illinois is beautiful in its own way), the mountains and hills and [...]

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WHWW :: Warby Parker

No, I didn’t spell it wrong. It’s another What HE Wore Wednesday in Warby Parker style! If you are looking for glasses – sunglasses, prescription glasses or just a pair for fun–you have got to check out Warby Parker. The frames are very reasonably priced and have some really great finishes. What’s even better is that [...]

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What HE Wore Wednesday

I’m excited to have my husband contribute to the blog today about a topic very near and dear to his heart. I hope that you enjoy his style–not only in regards to fashion but his voice as well. Forgive the photos–he was not prepared to share. My wife has always encouraged me in my writing [...]

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Pencil Me In

 Linking up with Lindsey and the ladies over at…   Pencil Me In! by bsaxonspencer on polyvore.com   Pencil skirts have taken over my wardrobe. I love their versatility as well as the fact that they always look classy. I wish I had a little more height to really make these skirts look sleek, but I [...]

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