Sorta snow day.

Bosses ruin everything, don't they? So when the local school district closes, our work closes. However, I got the old "Use your best judgment in coming in today." Meaning= You should totally come in. So I did, just to grab some stuff to work on at home. Since... well, I don't get paid if I don't go in. So I'm on a pseudo snow day. Sigh.

Here's the snow-damage, taken in the middle of the day yesterday when only 1/2 of what we got dropped on the ground:

I did manage to snap a few pics of my OOTD prior to stopping by the office. I brought out the tried-and-true Anna Sui for Target cerulean blue mini dress today. I've only worn this one before, which is strange since I really like it and have gotten lots of compliments on it. I think it's that it's polyester and chokes my neck with unbreatheable fabric. On a cold day like today, though, it's ok. I need all the insulation I can get.

Yipes! Sorry about scary-faced Justine in the last shot. Don't know what happened there. Also, again with the lighting differences-- the auto setting wasn't cooperative today.

Dress: Anna Sui for Target blue dress

Sweater: F21 Bow Cardigan (I'm in love with this)

Leggings: Nordstrom HUE

Shoes: Liliana bow pumps

 

So starting next weekend, I'll be going interview-crazy around the States! Next weekend is Denver (shout out to all ya'll Denver ladies!), weekend after that is Connecticut (holla!), then good ole Denton, Texas... then a phone interview with a school in New Hampshire (any NH ladies out there?). I'm really excited to see the cities I may spend the next 5 years in... although staying here in Texas is looking rather probable. We'll just see. Here's to hoping weather doesn't ruin my plans...

Back to school, back to school...

Oh boy do I wish. I'm in the process of applying right now (10 schools, all across the damn country) and crossing my fingers that this will be my lucky year. Unlike many others, I love school. I love having weird schedules, deadlines, and throwing myself into small details and big pictures. In honor of my application process, here's a "school" inspired OOTD... (by the way, totally lovin' that faded border on Picnik!)

Dress: Anna Sui for Target

Cardi: Banana Republic, several years ago

Belt: The Limited (practically vintage. Yeah sure, it's vintage.)

Necklace: WHBM

Earrings: I wish I wore jewelry from this century. God knows.

Knee highs: same as yesterdays, just pulled up all the way

Shoes: Michael Michael Kors mixed metals platform pumps

Glasses: coke bottle lenses.

Little known fact: I'm legally blind. Seriously. The worst vision ever. I have been in contact lenses since I was about 9 and haven't turned back since. But sometimes, it's fun to wear glasses, and they were totally appropriate for the outfit. And although this dress is way too short to be wearing to classes, I think I'd make a hot librarian, if I do say so myself, uh huh. :)

OOTD... fashion is my oasis.

Sorry for the lack of posting this weekend. I tell ya... (and no, it's no excuse)... I've got a lot on my plate!

But back to my oasis.... FASHION!

Here's my OOTD... it's the Anna Sui dress! It's finally COLD (i.e. 70) here in Dallas.

As you can tell, I'm pairing it with the F21 Peplum sweater jacket today, some long ponte leggings, and (you can't see, but they're) Nordstrom BP patent leather pointy-toes. I'm a little strange-- I don't like belting often. Sure, it's most flattering, and I totally love the look it gives, but belts are so constricting. I'm between a rock and a hard place when it comes to styling. Although I know what looks best, I sometimes try other things in the name of the Almighty Comfort. Oh well. I think this styling looks good, but you notice I forgo (forwent?) the belt today. Monday morning is not a time for being a slave to fashion.

I should be posting an engagement pic soon. Just waiting for one to come my way. :) I also plan on getting my blog-lovies opinions on which dress I should wear to my rehearsal dinner coming up in less than 2 weeks (OMG).

And a favor, s'il vous plait-- for anyone who has had trouble commenting on my blog, will you please shoot me an email letting me know? I'm thinking about changing widgets because I've had some trouble with people commenting and seeing comments. Feedback would be much appreciated! Thanks lovies... and have a nice Monday.

Anna Sui For Target REVIEWS!

Yay, it's here! It's so funny how everyone has different opinions on this line, and I bet mine won't be an exception. I can only imagine that you would really want to try on before you buy with this, since the materials, feel, and cut on each piece varied a lot. In addition, I was a little disappointed in the very 1970s throwback. How is that Gossip Girl? And how does that fit in with Fall's 80s and 90s inspiration? Oh well. I'll be sure to make notes on fit and material for ya on each. So, without further ado:

Floral Metallic Jacquard Dress

Even though Golden Means gave this a rather unfavorable review, I loved it. I will rock this dress for a holiday party or even to work with some tights and booties. Love. I found it soft, and though unlined, it didn't need lining. It is high necked but not stuffy, in my opinion. The belt? Not the best, but very good... and come on. What do you want from a $45 dress??? (A note about the whole line-- almost all the dresses featured a hook-and-eye closure at the top of the zipper, which to me is very nice and shows an attempt at quality. More than I can say for some other Target lines.)

Houndstooth Jacquard Dress

Chloe, you'll rock it. Me? Not so much. I feel like jumpers make me look like a pre-pubescent school girl. Hmm.... I guess my boxy figure (aka sans boobies) lends to this. Oh well. Still thought the material was decent-- a little stiff, but very cute nonetheless. Love that bottom trim lace!

Herringbone dress

Awww! I liked this. It was almost a denim material, which made it work-casual, and the window-pane-esque paneling gave a modern edge to a classic dress. I didn't get this because it again was somewhat stiff, and not quite my personal style.

Burnout strappy dress

Holy 1970s-wallpaper/throw rug, batman! Lord. This was an abomination. Orange, brown and yellow satin/velvet? Ick. The fit was nice and the shape was interesting, but good lord. Not sure if this can be modernized. Enough said.

Silk Patterned Dress

I think this dress is one of the best in the collection. I liked styling it with the sleeves up on the shoulders rather than dropped, but I like that it gives you that option anyway. I would have purchased this one if I hadn't fallen in love with the blue dress. I really am a sucker for a princess cut top. It would look cute with the new tailored blazers for the season. And the material was very soft. A note on size: I tried a 5 for this one, and a 3 for all the others. I think it might run a little small.

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Bib Tee Shirt (fringe)

I liked this, but I only liked it. The fringe is on point for Fall, and I could sleep in it it's so comfortable. But like I said, I wasn't wowed. (Maybe it's hard to be wowed by a Target line? I don't know.) And I'll be honest. I look about 4 months preggos. I'M NOT.

Metallic Ruffle Sleeveless top

Polyester is in the title of this shirt. Ick. It definitely felt like it. And, it didn't seem to fit with the aesthetic of the rest of the line. I felt more like a Geisha girl than a Gossip girl. Blech. Not good, lovies.

That was all I tried. I did want to try the Feather Dress but I forgot. Ooops. I again disagree with some reviews that thought it was cheap looking. The wool-like dress material felt thick and nice, though possibly itchy. And of course the feathers were actually little metallic plastic things, but again. Come on. Were talking Target. Targhetto. Let's be honest. We're not getting 24 carat here, lovies. So, to sum, the quality and fit really did vary so it's difficult to make a sweeping review. I would say I was pleased somewhat, especially with my blue dress, so generally it is a good for-Target line. Oh, Anna.