Blazers and Boots

I found this Loft blazer last year at Goodwill and wore it a ton, but for whatever reason it's been totally under utilized this winter.  I decided to pair it with my polka dot sweater, also totally under utilized this winter and my red scarf.  I feel totally cozy and warm, and when it's ridiculously cold outside that's a winning combination.  

Plaid and Polka Dots

Today Grant is at daycare and my mom and I are going to go to lunch and to see The Book Thief. I loved the book, so I'm super excited. Grant and I saw Frozen on Tuesday and it as super good. Two movies in a week doesn't usually happen, so this should be fn!

I recently found this scarf  at JC Penny, it's Joe Fresh and although it looks like it's wool, it's actually not. It's lighter and easier to wear all day without getting hot, which I love. I decided to pair it with my polka for sweater, black jeans, and boots. I seriously want to wear these jeans everyday. I tried on these recently and wanted to love them, but without pockets I didn't feel they'd be appropriate for me to wear at school. What do you girls think? Am I crazy? 

Double Floral

I've been back to school for five weeks, wow that flew by! I really like my kids, which is great, but I am buuusssyyyy. I'm not sure what is different,  but every single moment at school is quickly filled with some task, student, or assignment to grade. FYI: I do t think I've been caught up on grading once since school started.. I just can figure out why I'm busier now??? I'll adjust, it's about working smarter, not harder, right?

Now to my outfit: Last spring I saw this pin and was in love. I had just gotten this dress from a clothing swap at church but didn't have a floral scarf or booties, since I just recently got both I was ready to give this pin a try. I think this will be a fun fall transition look for sure.

*I ended up wearing a black belt instead of this taupe one. The taupe is ok, but I think the black ended up being better.

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Blogger Love: Respect the Shoes

Today I'm going to share with you Lisa from Respect the Shoes. Quite a while back Lisa commented on my blog and when I went by her blog to return the favor I was immediately smitten. This woman has style. Not only is she probably the best pattern mixer I've seen, but she engages her readers with interesting post topics. She's genuinely interested in her readers thoughts and they share them with some of the longest comments from readers I've seen.

Picking an outfit of Lisa's to make my own was pretty difficult, because honestly, I kind of wish I could recreate them all.  I chose this casual look because it has two of my favorite things: pattern mixing and boyfriend jeans.  I also love the nude heels, I never who have thought about that detail on my own. I added a blazer to make the look perfect for casual Friday and love the final look.

Be sure to stop by Respect the Shoes and say "hi" to Lisa and check out her great style for yourself.