Playing catch-up

Sucess! I found the necessary technology to post daily pictures once more. Today, I cuffed some dress pants to match with argyle socks and oxfords, but I thought instead of posting that picture now, I would post the one from Wednesday today and then the one from today tomorrow. Okay? Okay. This outfit features two of my most worn pieces: my high-collar button down and my corduroy vest. Intrigued?

I know what you're thinking, and you're right, this outfit is pretty normal looking. It's actually one of my go-to's. I just bought these jeans a few weeks ago and they are an amazing fit. I love wearing them with my black riding boots - a day after Christmas major score - and like I said, the shirt and vest are both in the running for most worn pieces in my wardrobe. The paring of vests and boots always seems a little bohemian to me (a clear sign that my style is far from the hippie-dippy) so I thought this turquoise bracelet would complement that subtle look nicely.

Details! The inside of this vest is amazing. I know what you're thinking, and, yes, I have tried to wear it inside out, but it just doesn't quite work. The buttons on this shirt are my own addition and I think really elevated it from just another thrift store find to a really great piece. The shirt originally had those too-small, iridescent, slippery buttons, but I found these at Dress Sew in downtown Vancouver and thought they were a perfect match. I wore this shirt as part of my Dolly Parton Halloween costume, so I wanted a look that would match her aesthetic, but also work with my style. A little bit tacky, for me, is always a winner.

Jeans: Mojo, bought at Courtney in Kerrisdale, Vancouver (on major Olympic sale)

Shirt: Thrifted, St. Vincent DePaul in Latrobe, altered with Dress Sew buttons

Vest: Old Navy

Boots: Kohl's (Brand Uncertain)

Bracelet: Gifted by Mom and Dad

Photos taken by the gifted Jenna.

Look for the Friday outfit soon. xoxo Anna Rae

Awkwardness at its Finest

Can we just blog for a minute about how freakin' awkward it is to take pictures of/by yourself?! I love to take pictures with friends or family, heck I'll even pose with a stranger, but ask me to pose by myself and I feel like a complete doof. Anyways, perhaps through time it will get less awkward. I hope. And p.s. can we note the (finally!) melting snow? Pittsburgh was buried with about 2 feet a couple of weeks ago and you can now see some of the ground. Phew.

So today I met my parents at the Strip District. I love the Strip District - All sorts of fun food is found there. Also, the Deli Man at the one shop is in love with me - we kind of (definitely) flirt all.the.time because well, I'm a grad student and it doesn't hurt to get the imported lunch meat for the domestic price. Then again, who am I kidding? The main reason I go there with my parents is that they buy the stuff for me so I guess my irresistible charm works out for them, too.

Side note, one time the Man Behind the Counter told me that while he didn't have an M.D., he was a D.M....Deli Man. I laughed, he gave me free samples of salami and it all worked out swimmingly. He's like 60, give him a break.
Back to my outfit I guess. So it's still a little chilly here in Pittsburgh so I went to my go-to blazer from The Gap. (I bought the black one, too...you'll probably (most definitely) see it sometime soon). It's sweatshirt material which means it's oh-so-comfy, yet polished looking. I added the belt to define some sort of waist. I love this hat from American Eagle to add a pop of color - You'll learn that I'm usually not as bold with my color choices as I was yesterday and that I tend to wear more muted things on most days. I'm not very adventurous.

I'm obsessed with my necklace. And while some of the more investigative blog readers will cry "NEPOTISM!" I will just be upfront and say that, yes, my sister-in-law is the designer of these fine pieces. Wait. Did we mention our last names on this blog? No? Oh well, I'm not above a shameless promotion for her. In fact, you'll see me wear a few of her pieces so get used to 'em! Check out her website - the jewelry's super cute and my soon-to-be niece needs a college education...or if I have my way, lots of cute shoes.

Until tomorrow. Libby

Hat and Ring: American Eagle (side note: The hat was $4!!! I LOVE sales!)

Shirt and Blazer: Gap

Jeans: Express

Shoes: Steve Madden

Belt: Nordstrom

Necklace: Amanda McCarthy Designs

Sunglasses: Nine West