Revisited: Boots & Shorts

Way back in early July I was lusting over the 'boots with shorts' trend I had seen pop up a few times on the web.

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I wanted to rock that.

There were two major problems holding me back though.
1) All the boots I owned were tall, super winter-y, or cowboy boots (boring - been there, done that)
2) We were having a serious streak of 100+ degree days. Hello ankle sweat!

Well I kept my eyes out, and scooped up a couple pairs from Poshmark a few weeks ago.

And immediately threw them on to wear out to dinner with my girlfriends. And then the next day when I was out running errands.

[Silky Tunic: TJMaxx, Shorts: AE, Belt: AE, Necklace: F21, Booties:Poshmark]

[Sheer button down: TJMaxx, Shorts: AE, Belt: AE, Necklace: Nordstrom Rack, Watch: MK, Booties:Poshmark]

What do you think? I loved the edginess of it and I'm eager to play with this trend some more!

Today I Love: Boots & shorts

A few weeks ago LT & I were sitting on the patio of a restaurant in this outdoor mall near my house. A girl walked by in shorts & a beat up pair of boots and in that moment I decided I wanted to be her.

Not counting cowboy boots, I've been too scared to try this trend myself, but I'm really diggin it. Maybe soon I'll work up the courage!

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Stars & Bars Cutoffs

I've been seeing various red, white & blue attire popping up lately, possibly because the 4th of July is rapidly approaching, or perhaps everyone just really loves Merica right now. I pick the latter of the two.

 I scored some pretty sweet shades that fall under that category. 

But the tip of the patriotic iceburg was when I saw Monica rocking a pair of shorts she had found at le Tarjay.

Being that I'm cheap and stubborn. I refused to go buy them, because I knew I could make em myself.

I present to you: my DIY stars & bars cutoffs.

Sunday after Family Breakfast I had my mom drag out a box of old jeans that she had saved over the years for craft projects.

I attempted to squeeze my notsotiny toosh into a bazillion and twelve different pairs, and finally landed on some real fashionable wideleg white capris. Meow.

And immediately took scissors to them. Out came the craft paint and I set to work.

 I got a little giddy when I saw the red stripes coming to fruition. Yea, that's how lame I am. At least I can admit it. Heck, once the other side had a coat of blue I was blowing up Instagram with pictures!

I patiently waited to add my stars, and now... I present to you... probably the coolest pair of shorts I have ever made (Sorry 6th grade home ec teacher, the plaid boxers we made come in a close 2nd)

Tonight I am working on a pair to send to miss Melissa Jo! Spreadin the Merican' love my friends - that's what it's all about.

 

Mullet.

Today I am rocking a mullet at work.

Not a real mullet. A fashion mullet.

 See, I sit behind a desk... so I'm all business up top

and party on the bottom!

 (white blazer from Charlotte Russe, striped tee from F21, red jeans from Carson Pirie Scott, blue heels are JessicaSimpson from a few years ago)

And the funnest* part is I'm all 'la ti da' professional  until I get up, then it's like KABAM.

Let's not even get into the party that's rockin on my wrist - whoa. Maximum capacity.

(love bracelet from F21, seashell bracelet from jamaica, lucky blue string, MK watch from cheating ex boyfriend, fake Yurman from F21, laramar bracelet from Punta Cana, leather bracelet from Punta Cana, Daughter bracelet from my mama)

Who's ready to rockNroll this Wednesday? We're halfway to the weekend pretty people!

(*Yes, I know "funnest" is not a word, but "most fun" sounds lame IMO)

Color me eclectic.

My love of color has been raging in full force lately!

 

 

 

A lot of pinks, oranges & reds are consuming my wardrobe, which is funny because I always tended to gravitate towards cooler blue tones up until now!

MiMO Monday - Ultimate Fan

There are two times in life when you are allowed to go all out Americana and not garner the stank eye- 1) when you are 7 and celebrating Independence Day 2) when you are cheering for the NY Giants.

I'm well past 7, but this weekend provided the perfect chance for me to wear my red and blue with pride! I won't go all Sporty Spice on you, but in my opinion the city of Indianapolis could not have asked for a better ending to our fairy tale Super Bowl week... and I'd like to think my color-coordinated attire gave them a bit of good luck Sunday evening!

When I woke up Sunday morning I saw my red skinnies lying on my closet floor and instantly knew they were going to be worn later that day! I decided to channel Shenae Grimes for the rest of my get up

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And here's how I made it my own:

Red Skinny Jeans: Carson Pirie Scott

(Also seen here)

White Tankl: Old Navy

Grey Top: TJMaxx

Blue Keds: No longer sold, but other colors here

I thought it was a pretty fun little get-up. Plus it provided optimum comfort level for excessive eating and/or cheering ;)

What did you make your own this week?!

Don't forget to go check out Holly's outfit as well!

MiMO Monday

No, Holly and I haven't been wandering around in frumpy sweats, the holidays just got in the way but have no fear -- MiMO Mondays are back!!

It's no secret around here that I love my jean jackets. Yes, jacketS plural. I have atleast 4 variations of the Canadian Tuxedo in my closet. Snicker all you want, but they are an American classic!

They're one of my favorite pieces to throw on over a sundress in the summertime, but I have been trying to branch out and bring them into other seasons as well. Here was my inspiration outfit:

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And here's how I made it my own:

I loved the way it gave this simple outfit a little bit of cozy, classic cuteness!

Black Skinnies: LC Lauren Conrad (Kohls)

Striped Thermal: Old Navy

Jean Jacket: Gap (waaay old, like middle school!)

Plaid Scarf: Gift

Teal Watch: MK

Boots: Crown Vintage, from DSW

Now, I wanna see what outfit you made your own this week! Link up below and then check out Holly and everyone else's MiMOS!

MiMO - fur

Wanna hear about the time I unknowingly wore my MiMO outfit the day we were having our work Christmas luncheon. I garnered some head turns that day for sure. Whoops.

Here were my two inspiration outfits.....

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I had scooped up a fur vest from the little girls section at Target a few weeks ago and finally mustered up the courage to rock it. And my fake glasses. Then I had to go hang out with  some very non-fashion forward folks at our luncheon. I got a lot of looks... and Flintstones jokes... and was even petted a few times...

 Brown Tunic: NY&Co (also worn here)

Fur vest: Target (little girls section)

Grey Boots: Elle (Kohls)

Belt & Glasses: F21

But I thought it was awfully fun! So whatev... I'll just remember next time to wear it to dinner or something instead of work!

Wanna play along? Just post an outfit you rocked that was inspired by Pinterest and link-up below!
And, as always, don't forget to check out my partner-in-crime, Holly's, outfit!
(And a PSA - link-ups are for people PLAYING ALONG... don't add your link if you aren't. I'll just delete it)

Merry last-Monday-til-Christmas!

MiMO Monday

Morning lovelies! Another week closer to Christmas and we still haven't had any major snow in Indy... so rare! I'm not complaining though!

Ready for another week of MiMO with Holly and I??

My MiMO outfit for this week was actually something I donned on a date. It was a mash-up inspired by these two different outfits...

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and

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I loved the striped shirt + skinnies + boots from the second look but wanted somethin more bohemian and not quite so rocker (hence where the first picture came in)

Here's how I made it my own:

Whitney bet me that I couldn't get those super-flared jeans into boots, but I did it. Possibly one of my proudest accomplishments. Kidding. sort of.

Oh you wanna see something funny... I was teasing my hair and it got a bit out of hand, a la Everybody Loves Mary.

 Striped tank: Forever21 (Similar)

Cardigan: AE (it was on clearance for like $12!)

Necklace:Charlotte Russe

Grey Boots: Elle (Kohls)

Watch: MK

Coral bracelet: from Jamaica

I've heard a lot of people say "well I don't have ____ or _____ so I can't recreate that outfit!" I've noticed I find inspiration by the whole 'vibe' of a look, by the color scheme, or by the 'shapes/style' of the clothing that I see someone wearing. Branch out a bit, it's crazy what you can create!

Did you rock a Pinterest-inspired outfit this week? Add your link below, we wanna see your twist! *Make sure the link you add is TO YOUR MIMO post. Not to your blog in general. If you don't play fair, I WILL delete you from the linkup.*