Merry Christmas Charlie Brown

I saw this skirt and instantly had to have it!! I love the print (sorry no close up), and how it reminds me of Charlie Brown's shirt! (It is zig zagged.) I loved that it has the trendy print and cut but I can still wear it with alot of things.

I typically don't wear skirts this length, but I thought that if I kept it simple it would balance the length. I paired it with a black knit and tights. I added a little color to the outfit in my scarf to make it more Jess like!!

Skirt - LOFT

Knit - LOFT

Jacket - Gap

Boots -BareTraps 

Scarf - H&M

Well...The Mayan's Were Wrong

As the year is coming to an end, I have been reflecting, as many people do. This year I have done so many things, made new memories, new friends, traveled, and started to explore who I really am.

Here are a few of my favorites from the year!

Sweet Kicks

First Lady Of Fashion

The Man From Nantucket

I am so excited for what 2013 has to offer, and I wish everyone a healthy and safe New Year!!

Sometimes You Find The Answer When You Run In For Deodorant.

This fall has been so nice, the weather hasn't been super cold and raw, which is making me enjoy the season so much more! I am still adjusting to my new job, so I have been concentrating on adjusting my life to my new schedule.

A challenge that came with a new job was a new wardrobe. I have been working with new pieces that are foreign to my closet... the dreaded trouser! I was struggling finding the right fit for my figure, I searched high and low through Gap, Banana, LOFT, Old Navy, and Macy's and found nothing. Finally I found a pant that fits my body type perfect, so I haven't hated wearing pants. What is nice about having a basic bottom is that you can add so much more to the top! I have been playing with belts, scarfs, shoes, earrings, and statement necklaces to make sure 'Jess' isn't loss in the outfit.

So were did I find the pant of my dreams you ask... Wal-Mart. Yep- Wal-Mart. I was surprised to see the option they have in fits, styles, lengths, and sizes for trousers. My fit is the original made by George. I did have to get a size up because they're a but lower rise then I would normally take in a structured trouser, but it was worth it! What is also great about the pant is that they're machine washable, wrinkle free, and have kept their shine after washing.

-These are my opinions, just spreading the love when I find a great deal. 

My New View.

I have been very busy this past week, and haven't had alot of time to snap outfit pictures. In the mean time I have been loving my recent outfits so I wanted to find a way to capture the outfit. I have been playing around with my camera on my phone, so I don't have to drag out the tripod.. and I think I came up with a nice substitute for the mean time.

It is easier to take these photos with my phone because it is quick and easy, and I can edit them with an app I use. I love how my silver flats look agents the driveway! 

These are all complete LOFT outfits.

All I Can Say Is That I Love Fall...

I love this season!! I love tights, and layering, and the colors, and all that it has to offer! Well.. I guess except the freezing cold mornings..

I saw this dress featured on another blog and I had to buy it right away. I love how the neutral colors look together, and that it has sleeves so I don't always have to wear a sweater over it. This will be a great piece for the season, I just bought two pairs of textured tights to go along with it too!

Dress: Macy's

Shoes: LOFT

Behind the Scenes

Okay, so you have your dress, cardi, and flats.. what's next?

I have been trying to concentrate on adding on to my outfits because I have been recycling my pieces more frequently. I am learning it is alot easier to invest in a new scarf, clutch, necklace or new shade of eye shadow to your wardrobe to spice up your already loved closet. (But now I have the challenge to not invest in them all at once!)

I have been going through my accessories and making sure I add that statement piece to my outfit, and reminding my self that less is more. Add a scarf with sparkle to it or a red lip to complete your look. Throw on a giant piece of jewelry, and have it be your only piece. I have also been doing more with makeup, mixing it up with eye shadows, liners, and lip colors.

Here are a few of the products, and accessories I use in my everyday life, and some of my tips... let's hear yours!

Let's Play Catch Up

Talk about a busy two months!! My life has changed in so many ways the past few months, I have grown into an adult... yes... an adult, and it is scary as hell! So, let's play catch up!

This past summer, I really wanted to try to find myself, and what it means to be me. I have talked about closet makeovers, and doing things my way on this here blog, but I had to do something out of my comfort zone to really approach who I am as this new adult, (and I mean more then just trying a new trend haha.) This change was huge for me. I ventured into unfamiliar territory and switched jobs! To some this may not be a big deal, but I ended my retail career.. for now anyways...

This was a huge step for me, I felt in order to figure out who I am.. I needed to challenge myself...and challenge accepted!

Now, I am not a writer... so here is the fun stuff! Here's just a little of what you have missed in the past 8 weeks...

I have fallen in love with the sock bun!! These pictures are from the beginning of August, and never ended up here. The sock bun is such a great hair style to tame my hair in the humidity, or to just throw it up after a shower. 

Skirt: Michael Kors

Tank: LOFT

Sandles: American Eagle 

I am sad to say the nose ring is no more...  

This picture captures my favorite things in life. Sunflowers, fall, and this kid.

Through the journey of this blog I have learned to appreciate the beauty a photo can bring. Here are two photos from two different places I have ventured to this fall, and they are so equally beautiful.

We have to remember the important things in life.And take advantage of Matt letting me take his photo!