Matching

Shirt: swapped; Skirt: swapped; Shoes: Target; Belt: Target; Necklace: borrowed; Earrings: H&M (old)

I like the monochromatic look that has popped up this fall in fashion, but also still enjoy color blocking.  To me color blocking means mixing separates I really like and not being concerned about the colors "matching."  In the 90s, "matching" was a big deal for me so it's funny to think that I now dress with seemingly disparate pieces in a way that I never would have as a middle and high schooler.

Happy Thursday!

Summer Leftovers: Colorful Florals

Dress: gift; Shoes: Target; Belt: H&M

Hope everyone had a great weekend! Here is an outfit worn a few weeks ago that never made it onto the blog.  I've since put this dress aside for the season in favor of items that will transition into fall.  The crispness in the air this morning felt quite fall-like and I can definitely tell that my days of leaving the house without a sweater or jacket in-hand will soon end until next year.  I'm thinking a remix of a fall transitional clothing item from my closet is in order.

On another note, I've been craving some of my favorite fall treats already like pumpkin spiced lattes and apple crisps.  I think I've been craving sweets so strongly these days because I can't have them while doing the Whole30 program (I'm 6 days into the program). I hope to crave my favorite treats less as I progress through the rest of the program.

 

Here's to a positive and productive week! 

 Currently reading: Overdressed: The Shockingly High Cost of Cheap Fashion

Simply Striped

Top: H&M; Skirt: UO; Shoes: Target; Clutch: purchased in the Bahamas; Earrings: H&M (old)

With fall right around the corner, I've not only been thinking about fall fashion, but also goal-setting for the remainder of the year.  I've been particularly focused on creating goals related to health.  I have a penchant for 30 day challenges, so after reading about a 30 day nutrition regime called the Whole30 from this lady, I plan on participating in the Whole30 for the month of September.  Items like grains, legumes, alcohol, dairy, and sugar are no-no's on the Whole30. 

 I have a serious weakness for carbs and sugar and would like to start the new season off with better nutrition habits.  Talking about this intention on the blog also adds a level of accountability that I wouldn't have if I just committed to doing the program without telling people. So if anyone else has a similar goal, let me know so I can cheer you on during the month!

But even if you aren't interested in the Whole30, what goals are you planning to set for the fall? 

Happy Wednesday!