Jeans and a T-shirt

Please excuse the super pasty sick face I'm rocking in these pictures. My immune system decided to get knocked down by a cold and it took the rest of me down with it. I've basically spent the past few days wallowing around in leggings, so I was pretty pleased with this little comfy-cozy ensemble. Maybe it's not the most "blog worthy" thing in the world but it's certainly true to life. I wore it, I liked it, I posted it. Sometimes I feel pressured to make my life seem more together or more glamorous for this blog, but I want this to be an honest space. I want my little slice of the internet to feel like a real depiction of my life and I think posts like this help with that. I'm not perfect (not that I ever pretend to be), I don't have it all together (which I do pretend, frequently), and some days I just want to wear jeans and a t-shirt. 

Tee: Luke's

Jacket: Tabitha, Anthropologie

Jeans: Kohl's

Booties: Rocketdog, thrifted

Headband: Anthropologie

Rings: Charming Charlie, Sisters on Tate, Urban Outfitters

Leafy Views

I really love the way these pictures turned out. Gorgeous natural light and pretty leaves on the ground, who could ask for more? I guess a bit of snow couldn't hurt, but white Christmases are few and far between in these parts, so I'll just make do with these fantastic leafy views until winter weather drops in. Speaking of Christmas, I can't believe there are only six days to go, where has the time gone? Last year, I was so much more prepared, I had all my gifts ready to go and my apartment fully decked out by this point. But, this year looks like it'll be a "scrambling until the last possible second to get everything done" kind of Christmas. 

Sweater: Forever 21, Thrifted

Shorts: Eloise, Anthropologie

Boots: Dolce Vita, Urban Outfitters

Tights: H&M

Necklace: Anthropologie

Watch: Fossil

Bracelet: Charming Charlie

Rings: Antique (gift), Sisters on Tate, Urban Outfitters

Thrifty Tidbits

This coat makes me want to take back all the mean things I said about coats in my last post. I love this coat! I'm crazy about the whole shag trend that's happening right now. Coats, vests, cardigans, I'm all over it. It just lends such a cool texture to an outfit that I can't get enough of. I always enjoy it when I realize that an outfit is almost entirely thrifted. I'm a big proponent of the idea that you don't have to spend a fortune to look good and I love when I choose an ensemble that reinforces that. Also, I can't believe I've never shown this purse on the blog before, it's probably my best thrift find ever. I only paid $5 for this gorgeous vintage Coach bag. I love the berry color and I actually kind of like that it's a little distressed. I think I would worry too much about messing it up if it were in perfect condition. 

Dress: Velvet, Thrifted
Coat: Forever 21, Thrifted
Booties: Old Navy
Belt: TJ Maxx? (not sure, I think it came with a dress I bought there)
Purse: Coach, Thrifted
Necklace: Forever 21
Watch: Fossil

Bootied Feet and Coat Free

There's this really great little diner here in Greensboro that Luke and I like to hit up when we can. It's called Herbie's and they have about the best breakfast deal ever. This is what I wore out to brunch there last week. It was a warmish day, so I decided to embrace going jacket free while I still could. Unfortunately, when this time of year rolls around, my days of non-bulky layers are numbered. There are few things I dislike more than covering up a cute outfit with a big coat. Oh well, I suppose I'll come to embrace outerwear once the temperatures take a dive. But, for now, I'm all about light layers and cozy details.

Top: Forever 21, Thrifted

Jeans: Kohl's

Vest: Saturday Sunday, Anthropologie

Booties: Route 66

Necklace: Urban Outfitters

Watch: Fossil

Rings: Sisters on Tate, Urban Outfitters