Kentucky Derby

This weekend I went to a Kentucky Derby party to watch the shortest big sporting event ever.  And funny story.    I knew nothing about the horses in the race, and the only one I'd heard about prior to going to the party was Pants on Fire due to all the publicity of the girl jockey (gasp-a girl).  At the party, there was a no-money down kind of vote.  We got to put in who we think would get 1st, 2nd and 3rd.  I just guessed based on the names of the horses (there are some really funny ones).

Anyways, race came, 1 minute late it was over and Animal Kingdom won.  That is the horse I'd picked to win (randomly)!!  I got a little prize of some lotto tickets and Jack Daniels - but man I wish i would have put some real money on that!  The odds on that horses winning were not high.

Ok, not so funny, but cool!  Maybe this is the funny part?  My Kentucky Derby outfit...

I have no idea if this hat is "Derby" enough.  I know women wear the big and floppy kind, but I already owned this little vintage number that was a gift from a friend.  I added pearls and a long skirt to class it up a bit.  Who knows, I went for the drinks.

{Hat - Vintage/gift, Pearls - Forever 21, Purple Tank - Target, Long Skirt  - H&M, Bat - Theit}

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Favorite Blogger Outfit: Red.

Red is one color that my closet it definitely lacking. Sure I have some coral, loads of pink, a bit o' orange and one lonesome red dress (I think just one).  Then I see Christine of Court & Hudson in this fabulous outfit with a red skirt.

I love how she mixed the red with army green, cheetah and feathers.

Her Outfit Deets:

jacket: H&M 

cardigan: Mink Pink

skirt: Zara

necklace: Forever 21

shoes: Vince Camuto

The Blues

So growing up, my very favorite color was blue (royal blue specifically).  Blue everything - room, clothes, sporting gear, etc.  As I've grown up (and mature - hahaha), I've come to love TONS of colors - all colors, mixing colors, wearing clashing colors, etc. But still blue is always a color I gravitate towards...

 {J.Crew Turquoise Cardi, Anthro Blue Sleeveless Cowl Neck Blouse, J.Crew Navy Skirt, Target Gray Wedges}

Awkward self photos taken on a work trip in Chicago at the Hard Rock Hotel.  

I was on the Keith Richards floor.  Rock on.

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I Just Had To: Lengthening Rays Skirt

Ever since I pinned the Lengthening Rays Skirt on the Anthro site, I've been wanting it.  It's a whole lotta hot pink and a bit expensive for my usual budget limits, but at first try on, I was hooked.  This is not like just any maxi skirt - it moves with you.  It's light and airy, yet has enough material to pleat over naturally.  It's so fun to wear.

So I did it.  I got it.

 {Anthro Skirt, Loft Stripe Top, H&M Fringe Sandals}

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Poor Chucky

My little Chucky-bear had his teeth cleaned last weekend.  To do that, the vet puts him under anesthesia .  Because he had something off with his blood work (which they take before the anesthesia to make sure he can handle it), he had to get a little IV in his arm with appropriate nutrients and such.  Anyways, I'm hazy on the details because it's like a foreign language to me, and little guy is just fine now!  But, he was sure out of it for about 24-hours...

Sad baby

And in the meantime, I wore orange and hot pink.

{J.Crew Hot Pink Cardi, Nude Tank & Orange Skirt; ASOS bow flats}

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Chicago.

This past weekend I spent some quality family time in Chicago.  For one, my  husband and I actually got to travel together.  I also hung out with my sister, who lives there and is celebrating her birthday this week.  We got to see friends that live there attend a Cubs game.  The weather wasn't fantastic, but it could have been worse. So all and all, a pretty good weekend, and a lot shoved into only 2 days.

 Dressed for dinner at SUSHISAMBA 

{Stripe top - Anthropologie, Purple skirt & Red belt - Old Navy, Nude flats - ASOS}

 View from friends' apartment

Easter Brunch.
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Swish Swish

Maxis and midis are my new best friends (as seen here, here, here and here).  After years of all minis, I'm so excited for the longer hems.  If for nothing else, but more options.  The length on a skirt can really change up an entire outfit.  And it is way more work appropriate.

Plus, the flowing fabric is fun to play with and moves with you as you walk.  This skirt was the 3rd item of my 1st ASOS order.

 {Denim shirt -Target, Midi Skirt - ASOS, Hot pink wedges - Nine West, Rosette Necklace - Twenty Five Design}

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Favorite Blogger Outfit: Unexpected Pop of Color

Scrolling through my Google Reader (how I read my blogs I follow & subscribe to), I came across The Pretty Life Anonymous' post.  I thought her outfit was lovely, and then as I was scrolling further saw her legs.  Pow! I love the mix of her bold tights with denim and floral.

Her Outfit Deets: 

Top: F21

Skirt: DIY

Tights: F21

Necklace: Charlotte Russe

Shoes: ROS

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Shoe of the Day: Wedgy Crush

I have a major crush on wedges this season.  Wedges to me are SO comfy, and allow me to get some height and wear fun sandals, but keep my footsies comfy. So I got new shoes.  Really cute ones. Meet Jaxon.

Nine West Espadrilles Jaxon in hot pink ($79), also come in black, brown & orange.

 

 Worn with: Anthro Skirt, Gap White Ruffle-Bow Blouse & Stripe Loft Blazer

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Favorite Blogger Outfit: Orange Envy

Dude. I'm totally jealous of Linda's, of Little Tin Soldier orangey-red skirt.  Ok, let's be honest, most of the time I'm pretty jealous of anything she wears - as it's always fashion forward with a classic spin.  But her vintage skirt has me lusting after the current J.Crew Dorrie Skirt that, at least in my size and in the modern red color, is on back-order.  I have it coming to me, but not until May 23rd. :(

Anyways, not only is Linda so well-dressed all the time, her photos give me the feeling that she just woke up and effortlessly threw together fabulous outfit morning after morning.

Her outfit deets: 

merino boyfriend sweatshirt by j.crew

vintage skirt

handmade necklace

tory burch reva flats

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Twirling

I am SO glad that longer, knee-length or midi skirts are back in style, let me tell you.  So much easier to dress for work and my legs do a bit better with a skirt that is longer than micro mini.  Plus you can twirl in them, and that's a lot of fun!

Sorry if I made you dizzy.  Twirling is just so much fun. :)  Thanks to Lulu for taking these pics.

{Top, actually a tunic tucked in - Banana Republic; Full skirt - Oldie Banana Republic, Earrings - SF China Town, Shoes - Marshalls, Ring - Banana Republic}

You know those rings that are double fingered?  Well, this is not one of those - but it's face flaps over my second finger, making it look like one of those double fingered rings. I like it better this way because my fingers are still free.  But hey - stop looking at my unpolished, ultra bitten down, stress-ridden fingers!

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My Look for the Jess LC Challenge

Are you guys participating in the Jess LC Design Your Look challenge?  I thought it'd be fun to participate and put together a little outfit.   Here is my perfect Spring look idea:

Jess LC Outfit by ChasingDavies featuring a balloon skirt

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Of course I'm loving the maxi skirt trend, so incorporated a fun teal & navy stripe one that can go from the office with a blazer to happy hour with a one-shoulder blouse underneath. And to top it all off (like icing on top of a cake), bright Jess LC jewelry.

If you are participating in this challenge - please oh please let me know and provide the link to it so I can check your outfit out!  How fun! :)

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Clowning Around

Awesome.

- Mixing colors, patterns and experimenting with clothes a little bit!
- Sunny days with blue skies and funny looking clouds (I love laying in the grass looking for shapes in the sky).
- Buns.  They extend the time between hair washes.  Seriously.  Also, quick and easy - whip it up and run out the door!
- Going baaack to San Fran this coming Sunday - this time, work conferences, but also, hopefully warmer weather!

 Awkward.

{Stripe Top - H&M, Polka Dot Skirt - Target, Blue heels - DSW, Bag - Theit}

-  Finding clothing inspiration from a clown.  Polka dots, bright colors, stripes....
- I'm so strong.  I can lift my purse.  Actually, my bag does way 10 lbs. I stuff a lot in there.
- On a work call...thinking you are on mute, chomping away on your lunch (loudly) to realize your not on mute...
- Looking back to the beginning on my blog and some of the photos I use to take...and post. yikes! I've come a long way.
- Walking into work with all my bags and realizing my skirt (this on) has turned itself around... slit on the side, pockets mid-body. Weird.

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A Walk in the Park

Yesterday was my weekly photography class (coming to an end soon with only 2 classes left) and we got to take advantage of the sun and blue sky walking around the sculpture park at Nelson's Atkins Museum.  Lulu took my outfit photos while we pranced around.  Remember to check her blog for this weeks I See, You See feature (assignment was reflections)!

For the outfit, I dabbled with color blocking and didn't even wear a neutral.  Citrus green/yellow, bold purple & light turquoise through and through.

{Cardi - J.Crew oldie, Purple top - Forever21 oldie, Skirt - Gap, Belt - Target, Flats - Urban Outfitters oldies}

Does leopard count as a neutral?

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Another Maxi Try

Last week I gave a maxi skirt my first try, and this weekend I wore another one!  This one is more flowy than and has a 70s floral vibe to it.  I can see myself really loving this maxi skirt thing - they are fun to wear.

{Hot pink card - J.Crew via Ebay; Stripe top - J.Crew; Maxi skirt - H&M; Glasses - Forever21; Purse - Theit}

Are you where maxi skirts yet or plan to?  I think the two I have are enough for now, but I will have fun trying to change them up this Spring season.

On another note, it's Lulu's birthday today!  Since she has such a love for photography & we've been taking our classes together - I thought this adorable canvas art was the perfect gift.  "Click Click" by Aisle to Aloha Studio is something I've been eying for myself!  As soon as I get my gallery wall int he kitchen started, I'll have to take another look.  For now, Lulu can enjoy her camera art:

 Happy Birthday, Lulu!!!

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To the Max

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Since I was vacationing last week, I missed my photography class last week and the assignment.  So instead of Lulu and my typical I See, You See - we took pics of each other - hah! You'll have to head over to her blog to see the final chosen pics - one of her taken by me, and one of me taken by her.

Also using the pics Lulu took of me for today's outfit post {Thanks so much L}... Wearing my new maxi skirt.  This is new to me.  I love the maxi dress thing, sure, but haven't tried the long skirt - and now I own 2, thanks to shopping on vacay.  Here's the first attempt - a long black and white stripe skirt. Paired with this washed out denim shirt, I think I look a little tired cow girl ish?

{Jacket - Target; Denim Button Down - Target; Stripe Maxi Skirt - Macy's; Gray Boots - Endless.com}

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