“A day without sunshine is like, you know, night”

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Diana

Well folks, this week is Bookfair week at work, which basically means that I’m going to be pulling my hair out, working long hours, and having very little computer “free” time. I love it, because it really is a great fund raiser for my library, but it’s exhausting. If I’m pretty much absent from the blogosphere this week, you’ll understand why.

But I did at least manage to snap a few quick outfit photos yesterday. This outfit was based on trying to find something that could be secretly warm and not make me look like a marshmallow. Because lately that’s how all my sweaters make me feel. There’s a tank and a slip layered underneath the dress, and I layered a coat and hat over this for most of the day. Florida’s weather is so ridiculously erratic. The day started off in the 40′s, but then climbed up to the high 60′s. Lately, I feel like I never know what temperature to dress for, even though I check the weather online every morning. Oh well.

Dress: Boden (via eBay)
Leggings: Target
Cardigan: J Crew (via eBay)
Scarf: Target
Boots: Frye 8Rs (via eBay)

Quote: Steve Martin

“I still read fairy tales…”

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Diana

Tunics and leggings and boots always make me think of woodland fairies. Reading two volumes of The Legend of Zelda mangas today only added to that association. It’s true, I’m still kind of a video game nerd, even if I don’t play them as often as I used to.

And of course, cute (and not so cute) cats frequently appear in fairy tales. This one is my neighbor’s cat, but she likes to cross the street and visit sometimes. She’s actually made a guest appearance on my blog before.

Thermal: Target (thrifted)
Tunic: French Connection (via Revolve)
Leggings: Target
Boots: Frye 8R (via eBay)
Scarf: Target

“If I’m honest I have to tell you I still read fairy-tales and I like them best of all.” ~ Audrey Hepburn

“She made her home in between the pages of books”

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Diana

Even librarians have to let their inner rockers out every once and awhile And what better way to do that than wearing the boots I stalked eBay for months to get?

This is one of the reasons why I love fall – my sad, neglected boots get to come out of hiding and shine. Even if it’s only for a few months, it’s still glorious.

Tunic: Tulle (via Penelope T)
Vintage Slip: Sherry’s Yesterdaze
Leggings: Target
Boots: Frye 8R (via eBay)
Necklace: Self-made
White Clutch: Thrifted

Quote: Linger (Wolves of Mercy Falls, Book 2), Maggie Stiefvater

“You’ve gotta loosen up a little…”

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Diana

“…Learn to laugh.”

Fall is awesome – I wish it lasted a little longer here. It’s already feeling warm again after last week’s cold front. But at least I got a few good boots and scarves outfits in. Maybe it’ll cool down again soon.

Tank (under long sleeve): Target
Long sleeve Tee: Old Navy (thrifted)
Button Down: Thrifted
Jeans: Levis
Boots: Frye 8Rs (via eBay)
Scarf: Target

Quote: Smile, by Raina Telgemeier

Shopping Plan: Weeks 14 & 15

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Diana

Weeks 14 & 15 of My Great Shopping Plan of 2010, where I attempt to stay on a budget and fill out my wardrobe

After week 13, I had $142 left in my clothing budget for the month of May. I took last week off from posting, so this week I’m catching up. And oh, did I get some awesome goodies.

Like these:

Frye 8Rs: $75 on eBay
Silk/ Cashmere Scarf: Ann Taylor, $10 on sale

Did you see those prices correctly? Oh yes you did! I have been lusting after a pair of Frye 8Rs since I first blogged about them eleven months ago. But that $188 pair I saw at Urban Outfitters was way out of my price range. I started stalking them on eBay, but everytime they would come up in my size, they would get bid too high for me to afford them. Thus I waited. And watched. And two weeks ago, these showed up in my in-box, Buy it Now for only $75. Yes, they are very used and in need of a little shoe polish and will soon need attention from a cobbler. But at this price point, I’m absolutely okay with this. It will be awhile before it’s cold enough to wear them, but I’m still stoked.

That lovely rose scarf was a bit of an impulse buy, but when a super soft silk/cashmere scarf is only $10, I find it hard to resist. Even though it’s spring/summer now, I can still wear it in my currently freezing workplace, or with a nice dress at night.

All from Triage

Ann Taylor Ruffle Tee: $15
Teal Tunic: Hilos, $13
Purple Cardigan: Anthropologie, $13
Shorts: J Crew, $7

During week 15, I decided to trek out to a South Tampa consignment store that I’ve been meaning to revisit for years, Triage. I was not disappointed. I got an awesome selection of good quality items at very low prices. The J Crew shorts are a bit snug right now, but for $7, I felt that it was worth going for it. I’ve been losing a little weight lately, so they will likely fit me before summer is out.

So, I spent a total of $133, leaving me with $9 for the rest of May. But Anthropologie is having their twice-a-year really big sale this Tuesday. So, um, I’m probably going to go over. We’ll see how it goes.

Shoe Lust: Frye Matilda Double Strap Ankle boots

Posted on December 20, 2009 by Diana

FRYE Women’s Matilda Double Strap Boot $231 at Amazon

This is one of those beautiful shoes that I can admire from afar, but will likely never wear. Because let’s face it, if I attempt to walk in a heel that is higher than three inches, I will fall down constantly. But for those who can handle a pretty intense heel, these are stunning. I love the color, I love the double buckles and studs. And ankle boots are perfect for Florida, where it doesn’t get cold enough for knee-high boots very often.

Shoe Lust: Frye Molly Flat

Posted on September 27, 2009 by Diana

Frye Molly Flat in Lemon $86.87 on Endless (on sale)

I’m a sucker for yellow lately, and I could see myself wearing a pale lemon flat all the time. I love the delicate detailing, and the elastic would keep it firmly on my feet. It comes in a lot of other colors too, including green, coral, tan, black and white. By the way, for fellow Frye lovers out there, be sure to follow Frye Sales on Twitter - they’ll keep you up to date on all the best prices.

Shoe Lust: Frye Engineer Boots

Posted on June 28, 2009 by Diana

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Frye Engineer Boots $188

It’s 95 degrees outside, and here I am blogging about boots. But these have caught my attention and won’t let go. I was shopping at Urban Outfitters with my boyfriend the other day, and when he saw them he freaked out and almost made me buy them, stating that I would look amazingly hot wearing them. I haven’t bought them yet, since I still have that um, budget thing, but I’m definitely keeping my eye on them and watching for a sale. I could see myself wearing this style of boot a lot in the fall and winter. It would go equally well with skirts, dresses or pants, and I love the tough mixed with girly style that can be achieved with them.