Best Tee.

{tee: loft | pants: paige | scarf: nordstrom | watch: marc jacobs | shoes: banana | sunnies: F21}

I'ts official. This is the most comfortable tee that I own. Good thing, because I now have it in 4 colors. The Loft just keeps having 40% off sales, and I keep remembering that this is the most comfortable tee I own. I guess it's meant to be. 

And now a story about the best tee ever. 

I've been packing for a big 2 and a half week trip that's coming up, and I'm packing light. For tops, my goal is 2 tanks, 3 tees, and 2 long sleeves. After I narrowed down my selection, I realized that all 3 tees were different colors of this LOFT tee. Like I said, best tee ever. 

I might have to throw in a 4th tee for some variety. I'll do my best not to pick the 4th color that I own in this LOFT tee, but there are no guarantees. 

leather trim

{tee: zara | pants: banana | shoes: target | hat: urban (similar) | watch: michael kors}

There is just so much to love about a good leather trim. Am I right? I picked this shirt up on my last trip to DC (sadly there is no Zara in Portland) and have been waiting for the weather to warm up enough to wear it. Because you can't put leather trim under a jacket. Obviously. 

Something New

{shirt: loft | pants: loft | necklace: bauble bar | clutch: dooney and bourke | shoes: target | sunnies: F21}

I think I'm in the market for something new. But not new clothes, which is surprising since this is predominately a fashion blog. Something new that is a bit more fulfilling. Don't get my wrong, I sure do love new clothes. But I also try to be reasonable with my purchases so that I can save money for things with more meaning- like travel and family. In fact, I've recently put my self on an unofficial 3 month shopping ban. (how's that for non-committal?). You see, I've got a big trip coming up at the end of June and for right now, I'd like to spend my money on my travels instead of on my wardrobe. Also, my closet is really full.  Sometimes it takes not buying anything new to realize what you already have.

 So why am I in the market for something new? Good question. I'd like to do something new with this little blog. New layout, new series, new content- but I haven't figured out just the right thing(s). So I'm putting it in writing. I will do something new. Maybe that will motivate me into some commitment!

Black and White Glamour

{shirt: old navy | pants: banana | clutch: F21 | shoes: payless | necklace: thrifted}

As you may know from this post, I've had black and white on the mind lately. It's so simple, yet it makes me feel glamorous. That, and the Oscar's. Nothing says glamour like wearing sweatpants while

watching beautiful people in beautiful gowns hand out gold statues. 

And I guess there were some beautiful suits thrown in the mix too. But as my niece says "why are the boys all wearing the same thing?" It reminds me of those embarrassing days in high schools when another girl had on the same outfit and we'd try to play it off like we wanted to be matching. Except our outfits weren't thousands of dollar suits. They were graphic tee shirts and jeans that were 3 sizes too big from the local mall. So I guess it's really not like the Oscar's at all. Either way, I think my niece was right. The girls have way more fun.

I Like That: Black and White

Last night, I wore a black blazer over a basic white tee and ever since, I've had black and white on the mind. And when I've got something on my mind, I'm obviously going to virtual shop for it. Right?  Here are some items currently lurking around my shopping cart in the black and white (and sometimes with a pop of orange) department.

1. Spot Shirt- Top Shop
2. floral print sweater- Nordstrom
3. Stripe Satchel- Kate Spade
4. Tiger Knit Sweat- Top Shop
5. black and white heels- Zara
6. color block bag- h&m
7. Amie Maxi Dress- J.Crew

White on White

              

{Shirt: Anthropologie | Pants: Paige | Shoes: Madewell | Bag: F21}

I don't like yard work. I just thought I'd spell it out for you in case you couldn't tell from the dead plants next to me in the top photo. Turns out, when you live in DC and it's hot and humid all spring and summer long, some plants will die if you don't water them. Others will live on just fine. (see above). 

I also don't like making tough decisions. But I'll leave that story for another day...

Blue Maxi

{Shirt: Loft | Skirt: Banana Republic | Necklace: DIY }

I'm feeling rather speechless today. But I will tell you that I love maxi skirts. They make me feel elegant and casual, all at the same time. 

Also, I'm going on a 10 day vacation starting tomorrow!! I'll be visiting my best friend in San Francisco and my family in Portland.  I am feeling VERY excited, to say the least. 

The Bree-Mix...

{Shirt: Nordstrom | Pants: Paige | Shoes: Payless }

I recently posted about wanting to makes some changes here at Dream In Fashion. So, in an effort to make this blog reflect my style of having an affordable, re-wearable wardrobe, I've decided to add a "remix" feature. And to personalize it, I think I am going to call it The Bree-Mix (is that too cheesy??)

I've also decided that I won't be posting outfits EVERYday. Don't you worry, I'll still be getting dressed everyday- but truth be told, I am an outfit repeater. You heard me. When I put together a look I love, it's just too good to only wear once. So I wear it again, and again (sometimes the very next day...) 

I won't bore you with full on repeats on the blog. But I WILL show you how I remix some of my favorite pieces. 

Lets start things off with this purple-jem-of-a-top that I picked up at Nordstrom a few years back. I've been bree-mixing this shirt for several years, and it has already made 3 appearances on the blog. 

check out previous outfit details here and here. 

Black and White

{Shirt: Anthropologie | Skirt: Anthropologie | Necklace: Nordstrom BP | Shoes: Farly Robyn via GILT}

I seem to be on a black and white kick lately. When life gets a little out of control, I turn to basics. It is so easy to create a classic look with these colors, and I enjoy adding a POP with colored accessories and shoes. The easiest part is that anything will go with black and white! Red, yellow, blue, purple, coral, turquoise, tangerine...need I go on? Good, because I was going to have to bust out a box of crayolas to keep coming up with color names.

Sparkle

{Shirt: H&M (recent) | Pants: Paige (similar) | Shoes: Payless | Watch: Michael Kors} 

I took these photos before leaving my parents house on a red eye flight that ended with a lost bag and a tired girl. Not a good combination. Fortunately my bag was found and returned, albeit 8 hours later, and I had a full nights sleep so I am now an awake girl with a found bag! It's amazing what can happen overnight.

On a clothing note, I am totally loving this sparkly shirt. I picked it up with a 20% off coupon at H&M and thought it would be perfect for my trip home. Apparently I forgot that the Pacific Northwest is cold in June, because I had to wear this shirt under a heavy jacket that only came off for these photos. Brr. Now I'm back in DC where it's basically too hot for clothes. I just can't win.

Lady Like

(Dress: White House Black Market (thrifted) | Necklace: Bauble Bar | Shoes: Macys | Watch: Michael Kors}

Ever since I picked up these back pumps for this meeting last week, I've been feeling more lady like. Because all ladies wear black pumps and hang out in alleys, right?  The only problem is, these pumps, or any heels really, make me TALL. I am over 6ft. with these babies on and sometimes that just seems too tall for me. Like at work, I become the tallest person on my team. And in the bathroom, the mirror cuts off the top of my head. 

But somehow, wearing flats with a dress like this just doesn't have the same lady like feel to me. And I can't really think of any other outcomes other than to be tall, or wear flats. (#firstworldproblems). Any thoughts or solutions on not feeling so tall from any other tall girls out there?