Long Road Ahead

While it seems like spring most days of the week, the cool temperatures and overcast skies are still sprinkled into the forecast, which means that I am still attached to my winter neutrals. And ever since my bestie gave me these shoes, which, coincidentally, are the perfect casual bootie, I've been attached to their slightly worn-in, utilitarian feel.

The Loft cardigan, UO blouse, F21 skirt, gifted booties, Kate Spade necklace, vintage clutch & rings

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Hometown Hero

Favorite skirt? Check.
Favorite train tracks? Check.
Favorite photographer? Double check.

There seems to be a trend in my outfits lately. I've decided that it's due to my absolute inability to pack appropriately, which leaves me scrambling for separate outfits made from five different pieces. Good thing we're still doing this whole 30 for 3o thing.

F21 shirt, Tucker for Target skirt, UO belt, Lizard Thicket boutique wedges, old flower pin, Anthropologie necklace

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Casual Friday

The title of this post is incredibly misleading since pretty much every weekday is like casual Friday when you're in grad school. Every weekday except Wednesdays, clinic dates, and various hospital visits, which require professional dress. So really, casual Friday only comes about twice a week {depending on the week}.

The Loft cardigan & jeans, UO blouse, Lizard Thicket boutique wedges, F21 ring, vintage pearls


In other news, it's hot here in the southeast, yall! Today the high was in the 80s... the 80s! What is the weather like in your part of the world?

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Train Tracks

Sometimes I like to take walks down the train tracks. Sometimes I also like to wear flowers in my hair. This past weekend, I got to do both. And since it will probably snow again sometime mid-March, I'm taking full advantage of this faux-spring. The weather this weekend cooperated perfectly with my plans for spending most of my time outside, and this week is looking equally lovely. Ah, faux-spring how I do love you, even if you aren't real.

F21 top & hair pin, AE cargos, UO belt, Anthropologie necklace, Lizard Thicket boutique wedges

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It's a Plaid Plaid World

I don't really own a lot of flannel. It basically comes down to a set of sheets and this one shirt, but this shirt is perfect for so many things. Camping, day hikes, and general frivolity in the mountains. Or just general frivolity. And while this outfit isn't groundbreaking, it's great for school. Plus, the soft fabric makes me feel like I'm still wrapped up on those warm, cozy sheets all day long...

 Target flannel, UO black cigarettes, Tommy Hilfiger booties, Anthropologie necklace, old flower pin, vintage ring

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Pattern Play

I know that mixing patterns isn't exactly a new thing and may even have fallen a bit out of fashion, but I will never tire of it. Never, I say. At least not as long as I have this skirt in my closet. It just lends itself so well to pattern mixing, non?

F21 shirt, necklace & scarf, UO skirt & belt, HUE tights, The Loft boots, vintage ring

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Caught Blue-Handed

I have a confession to make. This blue cardigan is not actually part of the remix. (!!!) However, it was so cold in the early mornings of this past weekend, and my favorite little silk dress just couldn't withstand the wind. So I had to cheat. I {thankfully} left this little blue guy at home for situations such as this. The added layer was exactly what this outfit needed. So I figured that a little bit of cheating was okay. Just this once, I promise. {That is, unless I forget to bring home something warm again.....}

UO dress, cardigan & belt, H&M blazer, HUE tights, Tommy Hilfiger booties, F21 scarf, vintage ring

I do hope you will forgive me.

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Orange You Glad

Look at that brilliant blue sky and sunshine. Makes you think spring has made it's way to the south, but no. It was windy and cold when these pictures were taken. Nonetheless, I felt that the combination of green, orange, and yellow was quite suitable for a sunny Sunday afternoon. Though after seeing that color combination printed out, it sounds more like a Sprite commercial and less like an outfit post....

The Loft blouse, Tucker for Target skirt, UO belt, HUE tights, Lizard Thicket Boutique wedges, old flower pin, vintage rings

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Conservative & Professional

Sometimes I think that if I hear that phrase one more time, I just might lose my mind. Given my career choice, however, "conservative and professional" is much more than just a phrase. It's exactly what I have to be. I've mentioned before how it's often a struggle. I don't want to sacrifice who I am or my personal style, but I also can't afford don't want to be known as "the girl with the weird necklace" or "the one with the strange clothes."



Much like one of my favorite bloggers, I tend to mix solid separates and typically avoid overly bold prints. I also keep my jewelry to a minimum, often settling for pearls or small chandelier earrings like these. And while this outfit isn't the most fashion-forward, it's {mostly} work appropriate. The only thing I changed was the shoes. Too eye-catching, but lovely none the less.



H&M blazer & skirt, UO camisole, Modcloth tights, MRKT wedges via DSW, vintage rings, Target earrings, OPI Lincoln Park After Dark polish

What do you other professionals wear to work?
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Over the River & Through the Woods

This past weekend was absolutely mind-blowingly gorgeous here in the south. Sunny skies and 70 degree days were the perfect compliment to a low-key weekend with husband. We went for a trail run, ate healthy, delicious meals, watched movies on Netflix, and read/studied on the porch. There's just something about a little sunshine that really changes one's mood. Sunshine and husbandly affection, that is.



The Loft cardigan, F21 skirt, Vera Wang tights via Kohls, vintage belt, clutch, pearls, rings, & boots

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Time Warp

12 of 30....

Do any of you feel as though time is simultaneously moving incredibly quickly, yet painfully slow? My days are brimming with appointments, deadlines, and assignments, and yet the weekends always seem so far away. It's honestly quite bewildering. Nonetheless, I've been enjoying the challenge of dressing in only my allotted 30 pieces, and this ensemble was no exception. As you can probably tell, I've been remixing with my vintage cowgirl boots quite a bit. It's due equally to the fact that I adore them and the fact that my other brown-orange boots finally bit the dust. I also love the quirky character these boots bring to an otherwise mundane outfit.



H&M dress, F21 necklace, Vera Wang tights, vintage boots, rings & clutch, OPI Lincoln Park After Dark polish

Do you have a quirky go-to piece in your closet?
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Color Splash

Silk dresses are one of my favorite assets in my closet. Living in the south, they are equally valuable for winter layering and for breezy summer days. This one, previously seen here, was in constant rotation this past summer, and I decided to break it out from it's neglected corner of my closet for the 30 for 30 challenge. It's saturated colors were the perfect compliment to an otherwise rainy, grey weekday, especially when paired with a vibrant raincoat.

The Loft jacket & cardigan, UO dress, Anthropologie necklace, vintage belt & boots, Vera Wang tights, vintage rings


What are your favorite versatile pieces?
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I've Got the Blues

My college roommate and best friend tends to shy away from darker blue clothes as they remind her of her private school uniforms. And while it's an aversion I can completely understand, I wasn't required to wear a uniform in high school and tend to welcome blue garments into my closet with open arms. So much so that I styled an entire outfit revolving around the color. And chose sheets in a similar hue, but who's keeping track?




F21 tee and skirt, Anthropologie necklace, Vera Wang tights, MRKT wedges via DSW

Are there any colors you shy away from?
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Bookworm

9 of 30....


Fridays are always my favorite day of the week. I have two days off with husband in the immediate future, no impending schoolwork to think about until Sunday afternoon, and the possibility of a long trail run on Saturday morning. That being the case, I typically dress with lots of color on Fridays, and this past Friday was no exception. The vibrant coral-orange jacket even kept a smile on my face during the entire 5&1/2 hours of class. Well, that and the fact that it was the weekend.

The Loft jacket, F21 tee, Urban Outfitters cigarette pants, F21 necklaces, vintage boots & rings


Happy Monday.
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