1. The most I’ve spent this last week was on home goods. A friend and I went to Potomac Mills and a store there was going out of business. The deals were literally more than I could handle and I ended up happily spending $120. 2. Today I am thankful for good books, good friends, and an apartment I'm really coming to love. Moving might not have been my first choice but it's really starting to feel...

I know I'm only squeaking by with this 'Christmas in July' giveaway but hey those few days matter! I've had the idea to do this for a while because even though I may have moved on to items from their Tea Tree line, I really love products from The Body Shop. The Seaweed line (aimed at oily/combination skin) is one of my favorites because it's both incredibly soothing and smells fantastic. The scent...

Some of the best $20 I've spent at J.Crew. Dress: J.Crew ~ Necklace: Lou Lou Boutiques ~ Sandals: Old Navy (old) **UPDATE: So I think my post title gives the wrong impression. It was 'hot as hell' the day I wore this dress (which I just think is all sorts of wrong when you're already wearing as little as possible) - I'm not trying to comment on the way I look in the dress.  ...

Is mostly that I want to own them all. Well that and my new found love for the a-line shape :). Top: NY&Co ~ Skirt: Anthropologie ~ Booties: Payless...

1. The most I’ve spent this last week was $100 at Ikea to organize my life - Hautelook didn't end up working out but this is definitely a start! My linen shelves/closet/whatever you want to call it is now organized with pretty purple bins and I have a curtain to put up over the top of my closet this weekend. There were a few other things I picked up too :).2. Today I am thankful for good friends...

All the cool kids know that today is a day to show some pride. See you tonight! ...

I may have to start taking these OOTD pics at the beginning of the day rather than at lunch. In this heat what starts as a crisp ensemble quickly turns into a wrinkly mess...oy.  Top: Ann Taylor Factory ~ Skirt: J.Crew ~ Belt: J.Crew ~ Wedges: Express Nail Polish: China Glaze 'Shockingly Pink' ...

Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, Moonrise Kingdom tells the story of two twelve-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into the wilderness. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore -- and the peaceful island community is turned upside down in more ways than anyone can handle. Bruce...

I was browsing on Elaine's blog and ran across an easy 5 page personality quiz. I always worry about the accuracy of these things because hey, I'm a little crazy and I assume that the answers could change depending on how I feel that day. Shrug. I still filled it out though!  Extraversion This trait reflects a person's preference for certain kinds of social situations, and how they like ...

Sometimes I get to try expensive skin. Sometimes I get to try REALLY REALLY expensive, like who the hell would ever buy this, skincare. For example, that microdermabrasion scrub? Feels just like a sample I got from Kiehl's but costs $275. WTF?! I'll let you know if my life is forever changed o_O. ...

1. The most I’ve spent this last week was on crafting supplies for my Dragon*Con costume. Which would make me extra happy except I just realized that I bought more paint than I needed and it's so expensive to metro out to Rockville that I don't know if I'll ever take it back. 2. Today I am thankful for my health. I thought about this later in the day after posting my last weekly check up, but...

the daybook But it's still a good approximation of how I feel (even if I'm not in school). Ever reach that moment where you just want to whine at the universe? Whine at how unfair it all is? That's where I am. I don't want to fix everything right now. I don't want to offer words of encouragement or explain how life is so much more than one moment or one bad experience. I feel like I'm always saying...

I forgot I had these pics! Yes I know these coats are 1) incredibly unnecessary in DC's 100+ degree heat, and 2) very 'high fashion' if you wanna go there, but I love them. Especially since they were gifts - my wardrobe can always find room for gifts this amazing ;). Both coats by Don's Collectio...

1. As someone who now lives in a studio and doesn't have enough wall space for the art she already owns, I shouldn't covet these super heroes in sweaters post cards as much as I do. Etsy Shop 2. I remember Madeline and the cartoon based on the books - I may even admit to watching them even now when I see the episodes are on TV. Thus my love for this Madeline/Harry Potter crossover should be...

Products Used: ~~UDPP ~~NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk ~~Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Pencil in Zero ~~MAC Clarity ~~Mac Fig. 1 ~~Inglot Matte White ~~Glide On Pencil in Flipside ~~elf eyebrow kit in Dark ~~L'Oreal Telescopic Clean Definition Mascara ~~Random false lashes I have to confess a sick love for this look. I'm not sure when I'll wear it next but I just have to...

1. The most I’ve spent this last week was on rent and bills - though my quick weekend trip to NY did my budget no good. 2. Today I am thankful for good books. I picked up a few ebooks for the bus ride and then a used one at The Strand and I love knowing I have something great to read at hand. 3. Money can’t buy happiness. One free thing I did last week that made me happy was walk down to the...

Shirt: Express(old) ~ Belt: Urban Outfitters(old) ~ Skirt: LOFT ~ Sandals: Old Navy(old) ~ Purse & Necklace: Eastern Market I love this shirt, skirt, and belt. I especially love how they make an otherwise unimpressive day a lot more interesting.  ...

I blame my friend Lian, I really do (love you Lian!). Somehow she's managed to turn me into a lurker. Someone who drifts from blog to blog without actually committing enough to Follow them. Which makes NO SENSE especially when you consider how instead I just sit there hitting refresh constantly, waiting for something new. Crazy right? I can't even pretend to give you an explanation. Still, since...

Dress: Anthropologie ~ Shoes: Express  Slightly inappropriate for work? Maybe - but that's kind of what Fridays were made for. ...

Potomac Mills Haul / Samurai Game by Christine Feehan (so good!) / Pool time / Food time / The National Mall / Friend Time / Celebration!...

Products Used: MAC Fig. 1 Black Radiance Blush in Plum Sorbet MAC Rule MAC Primary Yellow Inglot Matte White Ruby Kisses HD Gel Liner in Violet Shimmers L'Oreal Smoldering Eyeliner L'Oreal Telescopic Clean Definition Mascara Jangasara described this look as not really wearable but apparently I just have no shame on the weekends. I practiced on one yet but I would totally rock both!...

1. The most I’ve spent this last week was on my phone bill. Verizon's testing me with its eternal 'how can we make our customers spend more money'-ness but so far I'm sticking with it. 2. Today I am thankful for a surprise 3:30pm closing time at work! I'm not sure I'll do anything monumental during those two hours but damn if I'm not going to enjoy having them. 3. Money can’t buy happiness....

I have no patience! MWAHAHA! I kept playing around with the idea of a new blog design and while someday I may pay for a custom overhaul, today I went with the budget friendly option. After spending way too much time (trust me) combing the internet I found this design on Blogger Designs.com. It's very similar to the layout I had before but the column widths are different and since that's what had begun...

Who doesn't love a new pair of shoes? I'm not sure I'll keep both of these (the Enzo Angiolini are a definite) we'll have to see how I feel in a week. I bought the blue wedges to wear to a wedding but I ended up dancing the night away in some black Jessica Simpsons. Hmmmm.... Enzo Angiolini heels, Sz 8.5, $21 (!) Kenneth Cole Reaction studded wedges, Sz 8.5, $3...