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I mentioned last week that I was planning on trying a new cut for my hair and here it is. Honestly, I’m not sure what the verdict on it is yet for me. My boyfriend absolutely loves it, and sometimes I do too, but other times, I feel “meh” about it. I wanted a cut that would transition well for growing my hair out long again, and I wanted to experiment with short bangs. They can be a lot of fun, but they make me feel kind of like I have to wear eye makeup and showy earrings, otherwise I look a little boyish. They’re also making me really want to go back to contacts, because I don’t think they suit my glasses frames well. But anyhow, hair is hair. Once I get the hang of how to style it, I’m sure I’ll like it better. And I’m planning on growing it out anyway, so I planned for this to be temporary.

Have you ever had a hair cut that you weren’t sure about at first, but ended up liking later on?

Top: Ann Taylor LOFT (thrifted)
Cardigan: Isabella Rodriguez (Anthro) (via eBay)
Capris: Express (altered by me)
Sandals: Dansko Neve (courtesy of Solestruck)
Purse: Liz Claiborne
Headband: Target
Earrings: The Peach Tree
Necklace: Kira Ferrer

Quote: The OK Book, by amy Krouse Rosenthal

Yep, variations on this outfit are becoming my default summer uniform. Maybe it’s the heat, maybe it’s because I’m not working, but I just seem to have trouble being very creative with my outfits lately. When it’s hot and I’m craving easy going comfort, anything that squeezes, restrains or requires slips or Spanx just isn’t worth it. I’m longing for soft, flowing fabrics, simple silhouettes, fabrics that let me move and don’t require lots of adjusting. I only have so many items in my wardrobe that fit this bill right now, so I feel like I keep wearing the same things over and over. Maybe a little consignment shopping spree in is order (within budget of course).

Even though I’ve still got four more weeks of summer vacation (working in the school system is awesome) I’m starting to think about my work wardrobe again. I’m realizing that I really need to get a few key pieces before the school year starts, so that I don’t find my outfits constantly repeating themselves. Here’s what’s on my work wardrobe list right now: comfortable non-polyester trousers that fit well, knee-length jersey dresses (yes I have some already, but I always want more), and tops that are long enough so that my stomach doesn’t show when I’m shelving books. I guess I like my work clothes to be really functional.

Do you find yourself defaulting to certain items in your wardrobe during the summer?

Top: Anthropologie
Cardigan: Isabella Rodriguez (Anthro) (via eBay)
Shorts: Ann Taylor LOFT
Sandals: Dansko Neve (courtesy of Solestruck)
Earrings: Mackie Jewelry

Quote: I Love It When You Smile, by Sam McBratney