Bow Head-Bandit

Sorry for the long absence as of late. I have been dutifully studying for the first Step of my medical licensing exams. Other wise known as the USMLE, Step 1. Its pretty much the most important test of my life, so no pressure really (heavy on the sarcasm). But I take it soon and then it will be non stop blogging delight. Well, at least until I start a clinical rotation.. :) On another note. I do happen to love a good head band (you know the kind that don't squeeze your head too much). I came across this little beauty at Forever 21 and when I saw that it was only $1.50, I knew I couldn't resist. I paired it with a new fetish of mine, riding pants. Added in some knits in various neutral tones. And topped it all off with of course a cherry (thats the pinkish bag). Wow I just made myself hungry for an ice cream sunday.

Wearing:
Black Coat- H&M (old)
Sweater- Thrifted from the DI
Riding Pants- Forever 21
Scarf- Forever 21
Headband- Forever 21
Boots- Go Jane
Purse- Canal Street

PS- One of these days I HAVE to do a post about nail polish, because I am obsessed with it...

Sweatshirt Casual

One of my favorite colors to wear is grey. And its only made better when its a grey sweatshirt. I wore this to study in a few days ago. I wanted to be comfortable but not to look sloppy. Mission accomplished, at least I think so. I certainly was comfortable and the converse gave the look a playful feel. I found this pair of kids converse at the Goodwill. I had been lusting after a white high top pair and was holding out until I could visit an outlet store. But then I found these and they were just missing a pair of laces. Which was a cheap and easy fix. I just hate how white the laces are, I can't wait to get them dirty and break them in.

Wearing:
Sweatshirt- Forever 21
White T- OP for Walmart
Jeans- Forever 21
Sneakers- Converse, thrifted
Bag- Canal street
Earrings- Forever 21 (they are two silver sand dollars, too bad you can't really see them cause they are cool)

Red Hots

I feel in love with these skinny jeans after I saw them here and I haven't been able to get them out of my head since. I knew they were from Zara and so I began to scour the city looking for them. After many weeks of hunting I luckily came across them just when I had given up hope! I was meant to have them I think.
It was so sunny when I wore these and that made the red even brighter! Can't wait to wear them all winter long to brighten up any dreary day. I paired these babies with an H & M sweater and a trench. But that is just one option and I plan on wearing them with many other things. They are actually more versatile than you would think. More looks to come for sure.

Wearing:
Red Skinny Jeans- Zara
Striped Sweater- H&M
Trench Coat- Target
Brown Wedge Booties- Go Jane
Jewelry- Forever 21
Bag- Flea Market

In The Faux

I am totally digging the faux trends going on right now. I picked up this faux fur vest and faux leather pants at Forever 21. Both were such a good deal at under $30. I plan on wearing this vest all season long. I paired it with this amazing forrest green silk shirt that I found at the Goodwill. The boots were also a thrift find at only $4. The bag is a new fav of mine because its so big and it has two top handles & a cross body strap for many carrying options, perfect for shopping with!
It was super sunny this last weekend and I didn't even need a coat! Great weather for mid November.

Wearing:
Faux Fur Vest- Forever 21
Faux Leather Pants- Forever 21
Silk Shirt- Thrifted
Boots- Thrifted
Bag- Canal Street
Earrings- H & M
Bracelet- Forever 21
Glasses- Wet Seal

Newsboy Cap

The star of this outfit really was this newsboy cap. I have had this thing since high school (and I am not going to say how long ago that was!!). I love hats but am sometimes not brave enough to wear them in public. I don't really know why but I feel that people always look at me weird when I wear hats, probably just my hat insecurity complex. However, when faced with a bad hair day recently I shoved my fears aside and put the hat on my head and went out to face the world. After that it really made me want one of those floppy hats, a la JLo, but I am terrified I would buy it and never actually wear it. We'll see if I ever get one. The rest of the outfit was all things I am very comfortable in. That being skinny jeans, a button up and a cardigan.
Lastly, I have to tell you all about this Banana Republic toggle coat that I found at the Goodwill. This thing is a find I tell you! It was only $20 and I absolutely love it to death. I will definitely have to feature it later so that all the leather toggles can be seen. I sort of have this thing for coats, and I have more than a few lets just say. I justify it by saying that if you live anywhere cold thats all people see for a few months so you should have more than one! I wonder if there is a "Coats&Boots Anonymous" somewhere that I should join? On second thought maybe it should be "Clothing Anonymous", I am just saying it probably depends on who you ask what my addiction is! :)

Wearing:
Black Wool/Leather Toggle Coat- Banana Republic via Goodwill
Newsboy Cap- Abercrombie & Fitch (way old)
Chambray Button Up- Men's small, H & M
Camel Cardigan- Thrifted
Belt- Forever 21
Dark Skinny Jeans- Forever 21
Necklace- Target
Boots- Michael Kors
Bag- Hell's Kitchen Flea Market
Nail color- "Hot Cocoa" by Rimmel

Circle Scarf Love

I love the ease of a circle scarf. All you have to do is throw it on and it looks perfectly placed all the time. This season I was looking for one that was under $15 and was knitted. I found this one in a store on Canal Street. It was only $12 so I was sold on it. I paired it with a thrifted Banana Republic cropped sweater and these fab new boots that I picked up from Charlotte Russe (which by the way is having a BOGO for $15 deal on all shoes). Seems that all I wear in the city now is shoes without heels too high so I decided it was a good investment. It was a super comfy outfit for a relaxed weekend full of studying.

Wearing:
Sweater- Banana Republic, thrifted
Jeans- Forever 21
Boots- Charlotte Russe
Tee- OP for Walmart
Circle Scarf- Canal Street