The Most Coveted

Top: Wal-Mart (in store) // Jeans: Thrifted (similar) // Scarf: Target (similar) // Earrings: Charming Charlie (old, similar) // Bracelet: old, similar // Boots: Target (similar) // Purse: Forever 21 (similar) // Lips: MAC Fixed on Drama (n/a) 

I will admit that I am a lover of all things cozy. From extra soft blankets to the fuzziest of socks, I'm all for it. This brings me to why I love the blanket scarf trend. It's like wrapping yourself in a blanket that's appropriate for outside the house. 

So, the blanket scarf trend has been around for the last two seasons, and it's not going anywhere. I DIYed one last year which you can see here. But this year, I wanted to get my hands on the coveted tan/plaid color that is so popular. I don't remember who I was watching, but I'm sure it was another blogger on Snapchat. She said that Target had $7 blanket scarves in the Dollar Spot section. Sure enough, I raced there to buy myself one. There were only a handful left when I spotted this one. This color was the last one, and I knew it was meant to be. Big shout out to Target for pricing these at $7. These scarves can be so expensive. I am a lover of scarves, during the fall/winter, but $40 or more for a piece of fabric I can DIY is ridiculous. I've linked similar ones below, that aren't too expensive. So if you haven't picked up one of these yet, don't hesitate. I've worn mine for the past 7 days and I've already gotten great cost per wear. 

Athleisure Pleaser

Cardigan: NY&Co. (old, similar) // Tank: Forever 21 // Joggers: Marshall's (similar) // Shoes: Forever21 (similar here & here) //  Purse: Forever 21 (similar) // PomPoms: Wal-Mart (similar here & here) // Necklace: Francesca's // Nails: Essie Wicked

Another Monday, another week. Honestly, this past week has been the worst. Remember I told you that, I got in a car accident and I was waiting to hear the news about my car. Well, I finally heard some news from the insurance company and from what the claim adjuster can see, she thinks the "damage/loss" dept. will claim my car as a total lost. I'm so devastated because I just finish paying it off last year. I thought my worst year was behind me, but life always seems to prove you wrong. I'm pretty sure I've paid way more in insurance payments, than the total damage to my car. It should be able to be fixed. It's like you're paying them just to lose money. I honestly don't know what I'm going to do. Nothing was wrong with my car before, it ran perfectly and I just changed all the tires and oil last month. I know her opinion isn't the final say, but she does this for a living so she's most likely right. I'm still holding out hope that they will fix it though. 

On another note, I decided to try out the athleisure look. I'm by no means a sporty girl, but I do love to be comfy. This outfit was great for running around doing errands. Although it's very casual, it looks put together. Grey is probably my fave neutral. It's my version of black. Anyways I hope you all had a better week than I had, and that this week is even better. Thanks for stopping by!

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Some Like It Cozy

Cardigan: Forever 21 (very similar) // Tank: Old (similar) / Jeans: Gap (similar) // Boots: Forever 21 (sold out, similar) // Bag: Forever 21 (sold out, similar) // Necklace: Francesca's (in store) //  Poms: Wal-Mart ($1, similar here and here) // Bracelets: Old

Happy Halloween! I hope you all had a great weekend. Myself, not so much. If you follow me on Instagram or Snapchat, then you know I was involved in a car accident. I'm feeling fine for the most part, I;m just frustrated about my car, and people lack of attention to the road. I know we can all be in a hurry to get where we are going, but just that little extra attention could save your life and the lives of others. As for my car, I have to wait to hear back from the the insurance on whether my car is fixable or if they are going to total it out. I'm praying it can be fixed, just to avoid a car note. I just finished paying for this one last year, and a car note is just not in my budget. Anyways I'm trying to be grateful for the positives. My boyfriend and I are okay, no one was majorly hurt, and I can still sit here and continue this little blog of mine. 

Now about this outfit. I've literally been living in jeans for the past few weeks and this outfit is no exception. Last weekend I found this amazing sweater at Forever 21. It's so soft and comfortable that all I want to do is live in it and it was only $25. I'm tempted to run back and buy another just for backup! I rarely find more that one or two items in a trip, but every trip I've made over the past few weeks has surprised me. I picked up this bag which was not only on sale, but I buy one get one free. So, I picked up this gem and a black saddle bag for  a total of $11. The boots were also a steal at $15.  If you dolls get the chance, stop by Forever 21 and see what good deals they have, you may be surprised also. Anyhow, I hope you all have a great week ahead. Thanks for stopping by.

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Winding Down From Summer

Top: Forever21 (old, similar) // Shorts: Old Navy (old, similar) / Boots: similar //  Bag: Wal-Mart (similar) // Necklace: Icings (old)  // Belt: Claire's (old) // Ring: Claire's (old, cute option) // Watch: old, similar here and here

Hello loves. I'm extremely sorry that I've been away so long, and that my blog posts have been spotty. I'll fill you in on what's been going on. To start, my laptop completely went wonkers on me. I would be in the middle of editing photos or surfing the net and it would just shut off. At the moment I wasn't in a position where I could buy a new one. So we sold somethings and now I have a new laptop. I'll maybe attempt to repair my old laptop so I'll have back up if such a thing happens again. #2 The boyfriend and I have been trying to find a new place to live. I've been at my little apartment for the past 5 years and we'd been thinking that it was time to move on. This is my very first home I had on my own and it's bittersweet to move. I love the layout and the space of my 684 sq ft apartment, but it's more important to give Marley (my pup) a yard to play in and have a home that's not connected to so many people. (Just to let you know, we weren't looking to buy, just rent.) But there have been so many obstacles. The biggest one is the no pets rule. We would find a place that was gorgeous, in the right neighborhood, and within our budget, but didn't allow pets.  This search has been so exhausting and has taken up all of September. Honestly between that and work, I've just been too tired to post to the blog. Seriously everyday, before and after work we've been driving around different neighborhoods looking for " For Rent" signs, calling numbers, and going back and forth with people about their terms. I took these pictures in mid-September with every intention to post. As stated above, it just got pushed to the side. That's how much time this search has taken up. 

So on another note. The weather here is not fall like yet, but it has definitely cooled down. Normally we don't get a temp drop until 2nd week of October, but we have gladly welcomed the early change. Believe me when I say that everybody has been waiting for this. Thanks for stopping by and reading this long post. I'm not sure if I'll be back on a regular schedule soon, but I'll definitely try. Thanks again.

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