Peplum + Mint

Top: Target (similar); Skirt, dyed w/RIT Dye: F21 (similar); Heels: Target; Clutch: It's Vintage Darling DC; 
Necklace: borrowed from Mom; Earrings: Buffalo Exchange

When I first started seeing peplum silouettes appear in fashion media and blogs, I decided too quickly that it was a trend that doesn't work for my size and height right along with harem pants.  I'm still on the fence about the harem pants, but I've definitely changed my mind about the peplum.  Now that I've been on the peplum bandwagon for a while,  I'm on the hunt for a peplum dress that can be worn in the office.  Until I find that dress, I'll give wear this monochromatic peplum look.

Fall Basics

Blazer: Macy's, boy's section (similar); Jeans: Target (exactly); Shoes: Target; 

Necklace: F21 (similar); Clutch: It's Vintage Darling

Happy Friday!  On the fall days where it's too warm to wear think tights with a skirt or dress, skinny jeans and a blazer are my "uniform".  What's your favorite fall "uniform"?

Have a lovely weekend.

Swap Luck

Skirt: Francesca's Collections; J. Crew Sweater: swapped; Shoes: Target

I've had "swap luck" lately and have gotten a few items at recent clothing swaps I've attended that I like including this sweater.  Some of my favorite clothing items collected over the past year have come from swaps.  Swapping obviously isn't a new concept, but I'm happy its gained popularity.  DC has an abundance of individual people and organizations that put on awesome swaps. I sure hope my "swap luck" continues.

  

Have a great day!

White, Stripes, and Faux Snakeskin

Dress (worn as skirt): The Limited (10 years old); Shirt: swapped; Heels: Target; Necklace: H&M

This Zara top is the items I picked up in the past few weeks at swaps and thrifting excursions.  I always manage to find great thrifted and swapped items during the summer.  I try to get at least a few wears out of this ten year old dress every season which I had no idea would last so long when I purchased it.

Because I love summer so much, it's hard to believe the season is almost over.  To be honest, I've been in a bit of denial about the season ending soon but it's hard to deny now that my fall magazines are starting to arrive in the mail...I have them neatly set aside until I'm ready to turn my eye to fall fashion.  I'll give it another week before I start looking (and thrift shopping) for fall wardrobe additions. 

Is anyone else trying to soak up as much summer as possible over the next few weeks?

Happy Wednesday!