Out on a School Night

Wearing //

Old Navy skirt

Express barcelona cami

Ivanka Trump flats, similar here and here

Kate Spade bag, loving this for Fall!

Target necklace, similar

Benevolent Jewels monogram necklace

Beauty //

Essie mint candy apple nail polish

YSL "Le Orange"

This mini photo session was completely impromptu. Hubby and I went out on a school night, and by that I mean we went out last week after work knowing full well we had to get up early the next day to go back to work. Well, he did anyway. I was lucky enough to have Friday off so I got to sleep in a little bit. We went to dinner and then saw Zach Braff's movie "Wish I was here". Go see it if it's playing near you! It was a beautifully written, thoughtful film that had me bawling like a baby by the ending. I needed a good tear-jerker though, and I definitely needed to get out of my usual after-work routine of making dinner, going to the gym (or not going), and watching re-runs of The Real Housewives of Orange County (don't judge me). It's nice to feel like a part of the world on a weeknight. So this is what I look like on a Thursday. Dirty hair and only a couple accessories, because I just can't be bothered. Now you guys know ;)

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Rainy Day Details

Wearing //

H&M blazer (old), similar, LOVE this one!

Zara tee

Old Navy denim shorts

Zara pumps (old) but similar by Sole Society

BCBG bag (old) but similar here

Express chevron bracelet

Stella&Dot rebel pendant

Beauty //

Essie Mint Candy Apple

It rained all of last weekend, and it was the hot tropical kind. I for one love this gift from Mother Nature, but I know many do not. I often like to plan out my outfits for the weekend, but I had to change them because Mother Nature is a serious force to be reckoned with and my sequined gold skirt and nude suede sandals were no match for her (hopefully I can wear those this weekend). Like the saying goes, we make plans and God laughs. Although it was wet and gloomy, the humidity and heat were out of control so I went for covered on top, less on the bottom. I also sprayed my hair with anti-frizz serum but that didn't work out since my third day hair was a total mess (hence, no face shots today kids). But let's look on the bright side. Although it wasn't a good hair day, it was good for my existing wardrobe. I've had all of these pieces for quite some time now, so it was nice to be able to "shop my closet" for a day of laziness and homegoods shopping. I must say, this weather is getting me slightly excited for Fall! I have a wishlist post coming up soon so stay tuned for that! So far, the only Fall-like purchase I've made is this :

Caslon cardigan (Nordstrom Sale)

Surprisingly, it was my only buy from the anniversary sale this year. I usually get a few key pieces, but money has been tight these past two months since buying our condo. I'm excited about this little jacket though, I know I'll wear it a ton with denim.

Happy Wednesday Friends!

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The Cobalt Maxi Skirt

Wearing //

Express barcelona cami (in many colors)

Old navy maxi skirt

J.Crew Factory sandals

Kate Spade bag

Gorjana cuff

Oia Jules bracelets

Boutique chalcedony necklace, similar

BP Nordstrom sunnies, check stores!

Essie "Mint Candy Apple" nails

I ventured into uncharted territory this weekend by wearing a maxi skirt. I can manage a maxi dress, but a maxi skirt? Well this is just risk-taking in Beautygirl24-land. I spotted this cobalt beauty while shopping for something else at Old Navy. I'm really liking the slouchy pants trend, so after seeing these on the lovely Lilly, I decided to try some for myself. I looked and looked but couldn't find them anywhere in the store. As I was about to leave empty-handed, delirious from this humidity-wave that we are having, I spotted my favorite shade of blue and was instantly drawn to it like a mirage in the desert. I was even more delighted to find out that it was on sale! After trying the skirt on, I knew it was meant to be so I forgot about the pants and went for some swaths of chiffon instead. Okay, so that's a lie, I haven't forgotten about the pants. I still want them desperately. But I figure that a long, flowy, stretchy skirt is just as good (and as comfy) as a pair of fancy pants so I'll live with this until I can get my grabby little hands on those ;) Oh, and a great big thank you to Gina for bringing the Express Barcelona cami to my attention! How can an Express addict miss such a closet staple? Hello options! Great for Summer, but I'm even more excited to layer it underneath a blazer for Fall. I'm going back for more.

Speaking of Gina, I'm linking up with her and Carylee today!

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