Polka dots & Leather

It's been in the low 50's (in the mornings it's in the low 30's!) these past few days here in Houston and I'm loving it!  Of course it's going back up to 70 soon so I better enjoy the cold while it lasts.  So it's time to enjoy this cooler weather with light sweaters, boots & chi tea lattes!  

Blouse: NewYork&Company, cardigan: Old Navy, pants: Old Navy, boots: Target

Baby, it's cold outside!

Like, 17°, snow-covered ground, jeans-aren't-warm-enough-without-leggings-underneath, I-hope-my-car-doesn't-break-down-and-leave-me-stranded-in-the-frigid-night-because-I'm-not-Elsa-and-I-don't-wanna-build-a-snowman kind of cold. And, no, that's not at all melodramatic. *cough*

  Despite the freezing temperatures, I was actually excited to finally get to break out my chunky scarf and homemade slouchy beanie [that I forgot to include in my photos].  I even felt bold enough to go out with red lipstick on and leave it on!  I'm pretty sure it helped me do well on a test I had today.  I highly recommend it as a testing strategy.

(No, my nails don't match my outfit. That would be a rare and unplanned occurance)

See?! On campus, with my red lipstick still going strong!

(the mug is from a favorite local coffee shop, Black Bear Coffee and Tea Lodge)

scarf: homemade | shirt: Target | jeans: Michael Kors | watch: Fossil | boots: Target

Floral & fall

The weather here in Houston, TX has gotten much more fall like but still not cold enough for sweaters & boots, sigh.  Although I know that once it does get cold I'm gonna want this warmish weather back... The grass is always greener, right? 

dress: Forever21, vest: Target, belt: Mango

Watch: La Mer, bracelets: Francesca's & Target 

The Cold Never Bothered Me Anyway

  The office I work in is generally very cold, no matter the season.  Consequently, I find myself dressing as if it's winter every day.  Not that I'm complaining - I love winter and cold-weather fashions!  And  since north Texas still thinks it's summer, I'm going to enjoy my cold office space because at least the temperature in here is more seasonally appropriate.  Thank goodness for space heaters and hot coffee/tea!  (Not pictured - the jacket I wore over this outfit most of the day.  It really is that cold in here).  

Leggings: Express.  Tank: Old Navy.  Cardigan: White House Black Market.  Shoes: DSW (not sure on the brand).  Necklace and cuff: Charming Charlie's.

Busy, busy

Hello, hello!  It's been a busy past few weeks here in colorful Colorado, with school taking the highest spot on the to-do list, and admiring the beautiful changing leaves a close second.  But I found the time for a post this rainy, chilly fall day, and I knew I needed to seize that opportunity right away.  After all, when only one of your classes is on-campus, there are only so many days that aren't spent in yoga pants and t-shirts, and that's hardly photo-worthy.  I was definitely wearing one of my favorite coats before these pictures were taken (it was raining and 57º today), but I unfortunately did not think to take any while wearing it.
Enjoy!

scarf: Target | shirt: Japna (via TJMaxx) | jeans: Michael Kors (ditto) | boots: MIA

earrings: Claire's

How neat is this ring?  My sweet sister bought it for me from Claire's.  Affordable and cute?  Yes, please!

Always a good day for a messy bun.

"Dunder-Mifflin, This is Pam."

  Since I work as a receptionist in a Country Club, I have the opportunity to show this blog another side of fashion - from a professional business perspective!  Our club does not have a super strict dress code, so I am free to dress how I want, as long as I look respectful and neat in the end.  This gives me a lot of freedom to experiment with different looks, even if the bipolar weather here in north Texas doesn't give me much freedom there.  One of my recent looks is in this post.  It definitely had a "businesswoman" feel to it and I had quite a few compliments on my outfit that day!

  

Skirt: Forever 21.  Tank: Old Navy.  Cardigan: Target.  Necklace: Charming Charlie's.  Shoes: Jessica Simpson.

  * I am new to blogging and especially taking photos of my outfits.  Next time I will get close ups of the shoes and accessories! *

Lovely Houston weather

Love love love this cooler Houston weather!  And by "cooler weather" I mean 78+ degrees...  I'll take what I can get! 

Happy October!!  

Top: Forever21, tank, Forever21, shorts: Loft

Bracelets: Accessorize & Target, watch: Charming Charlie 

Necklace: Francesca's