This bag!

If you are wondering why I would post these outfit pictures looking pretty rumpled and crumpled...

There is a reason....even though I do like these clothes...

This outfit post was brought to you to highlight this like new bag I bought from a resale store* for $30. 

The Longchamp Le Pilage bag, navy with leather accents. In the store I did a quick over view of the bag and was pretty confident it was authentic before laying down my money. Personally and ethically I have a problem with counterfeit goods, to me it is plagiarism and fraud and I wouldn't want to support either.  Once I got home I went online and found a website that had a very comprehensive detailing of fake vs. authentic and everything was perfect. I think I have a good eye and can spot quality and workmanship whether I know the brand or not; this bag had all the hallmarks of quality.

Shirt: J.Crew-fall 2012
Pants: Joe's-thrifted
Leopard belt: Target
Bag: Longchamp-thrifted*

*I have been having an internal dialogue of whether or not something is thrifted if you buy it second hand at a used clothing resale store...more thoughts on that would warrant a full post.

Minty

I quickly threw this outfit on one morning last week to take my daughter to school. After I looked at it more closely I really liked the way it came together!

The mint cords kept me warm during this non-spring weather we are having but also keep everything looking fresh. I took pictures first with my Hunter's as I originally wore it and then took a shot in the house with my nude heels, more refined!

I picked up these pretty earrings from Target and they added a nice bit of sparkle.

My hair has since fallen out and I will post any old photos I have to keep up with the blog...and then you'll see me sporting hats and scarves and wraps, I just need to figure out how to make them look right and make the most of it! Thanks to everyone for all of your continued support, prayers and encouragement. 

Cords: Joe's Jeans-via TJ Maxx
Denim Jacket: Old Navy-thrifted
Shirt: L.L.Bean-thrifted
Scarf: Old
Earrings: Target
Boots: Hunter's via Zappos
Leather Tote: Coach-old (2003)

Pizza Party!!

I wore this outfit out with my husband, daughter and two friends for a Sunday afternoon pizza party. A chambray, striped shirt, jeans, a military inspired blazer and link necklace: how can you go wrong!

I brought the camera along to highlight the joy that comes out of these three little girls, and my husband liked my outfit so he ended up taking photos of it; thanks babe!

 Silly girls!

  

 I threw this outfit together quickly and it worked. Sometimes you hit it just right and pull off something stylish.

Shirt: J.Crew-thrifted

Chambray: F 21-thrifted

Blazer: Lucky Brand-thrifted

Jeans: Joe's (honey fit)

Necklace: J.Crew Factory

Watch: Walmart

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DIY Friday

I've been having fun doing small little projects and assorted DIY's with my daughter and this post features my most recent and a not so recent pair of altered jeans.

This anchor painted striped Tee is my most recent DIY. It was really easy and a fun activity that my daughter could join me in doing.

 I got the idea and instructions from April at Knocked up Fabulous. I wasn't sure if I'd feature it here on my blog, but it was cooler today and when I got up and put jeans and this T-shirt on I thought I'd might as well share.

Shirt: faded glory

Jeans's: Joe's Jeans-thrifted and tapered

Sandals: Payless