head to toe.

{sweater: old navy | skirt: old navy (similar) | purse: target (similar) | watch: michael kors}

One of the fun things about fashion blogging is that you start to think about what you wear in blogging terms. Since I don't blog everyday, on a day when I know I'll take outfit photos, I think about what I want to show my readers. Meaning I probably won't wear the same outfit three days in a row if, and only if, I am going to take blog photos. 

When I put on this little number above, I thought, hmm... you are wearing head to toe Old Navy today. How will that look on the blog? And then I stopped myself. Because it doesn't matter where the outfit is from, as long as you feel fabulous wearing it. 

dressed

{dress: thrifted | purse: target | shoes: target} 

Do you guys ever get dressed with something you think you want to wear sometime in the future, and then take pictures of yourself wearing that outfit, and then change into something more comfortable? No? I guess it's just me then. 

I'm heading out on a little mini-vacay in Chicago tomorrow, and I'll be seeing the Book of Mormon while I'm in town (you should probably know that I LOVE musicals). I've been thinking about what to wear, and this little dress made the maybe list. I wanted to try it out because I usually wear this "dress" as a shirt, see here, so I wasn't sure how I would like it as a dress. I wore it around for a while and took these pictures. Then I put on my favorite sweatpants and watched the latest episode of Smash (show about musicals) instead of packing. I still don't know what I'm going to wear, but I am most definitely in the musical spirit! 

sweater hearts

{sweater: Madewell | jeans: 7 for all mankind (similar) | scarf: h&m | hat: target | belt: banana}

It's a good thing I like this sweater. Let me tell you why, ok? 

Instagram and facebook are telling me about the warm weather, short shorts, whimsical dresses, and strappy sandals that are making their debut in other parts of the country. But here in Portland, it's still sweater weather. Which is why it's a good thing that I really like this sweater. Because I look at all my pretty summer dresses in the closet, and I want to wear them. And I could wear them, but I don't like to be cold. So instead, I opt for my favorite sweaters (bonus points when there are hearts on it!).  

And for a touch of summer, I've added a few pops of yellow. Maybe that will help lure the sunshine and warmth my way. 

Yellow Cheer

{cardigan: old navy (similar) | tee: loft | jeans: madewell | bag: foley and corinna | necklace: eastern market DC | shoes: target}

This season, I can’t get enough of yellow. Maybe it’s the yellow flowers that are STILL blooming on this tree. Or maybe it’s the bright and cheery feeling that yellow reminds me of. Or maybe I just really like the color. Yes, that’s probably it. I just really like yellow.  

Oh, and happy Friday everyone! I'm feeling extra thankful for the weekend today. Anyone have any stellar plans? 

casual polka dots

{shirt: zara | jeans: 7 for all mankind | hat: urban (similar) | bag: target | belt: banana}

It’s only 9am but I’m already thinking about lunch. Working in downtown Portland provides me with access to some amazing food carts. And I’ve got a serious crush on my favorite place. So serious, that I’ve been eating the same lunch almost every day for months. It’s called the Whole Bowl and it’s a delicious mix of rice, beans, sauce, tomatoes, cheese, olives, avocado, sour cream, and cilantro. If you live nearby, go here right away. If you don’t, Google ways to make your own. It’s simple, delicious, and healthy. Consider this my public service announcement of the day.

Now, onto my outfit. I call this look casual polka dots. It's prefect to wear to lunch! Need I say more? 

Floral. Stripes. Spring.

{shirt: nordstrom rack (similar) | skirt: old navy | bag: target (similar)}

When two of my favorite items meet, I know it's going to be good. Striped pencil skirt? Yes, please. Add in some floral and I'd say this outfit marks the first day of spring! (although you couldn't tell that by looking outside right now...it's pouring buckets in my town!).

Yellow and Blue

{shirt: anthro | pants: urban outfitters (similar) | shoes: target | clutch: loft}

Blue and yellow. It's really hard to go wrong with these two classics. Unless you think these blue pants are too smurf-like, in which case, I guess you can go wrong (but even then, there's always halloween). 

Lendperk

{dress: Lendperk | blazer: h&m | boots: Jcrew}

Have you heard about Lendperk? (I thought I'd ask, but it doesn't really matter because I'm going to tell you about it either way). 

Lendperk is a dress renting service that lets you wear something different every time! (I stole borrowed that line right from the website because it's just so good!). For $49 a month, you can rent as many dresses as you want from brands like Anthropologie, J.Crew, ModCloth, and Asos. 

I had the pleasure of trying out the Lendperk service, and selected this ModCloth dress for my free trial. I picked out the dress online, and it was at my doorstep within a few days. I then wore it out for drinks (those drinks on the dress made me thirsty!) and when I was finished, I slipped the dress back into the prepaid mailing sleeve and dropped it in the mail. Order. Wear. Return. Repeat. How's that for easy fashion? 

And this is even easier! Lendperk is offering a free 9 day trial with every monthly plan. You can borrow a dress for free and there is no financial obligation to sign up afterwards. Although with a service like this, I'd get your signing up fingers ready.

Breemix: Yellow, Dots.

{sweater: old navy | skirt: h&m | scarf: h&m | bag: foley and corinna | boots: Circa Joan and David}

I'll let you in on a little secret. Sometimes I turn a cardigan backwards and pretend it's a regular old sweater. I am pretty sure that buttons up the back are a nice detail, and if their not, it doesn't really matter because I can't see them. Out of sight, out of mind. 

Here's another secret. h&m is my favorite place to buy scarves. 

I'll also tell you that this post is a Bree-Mix. That's not a secret though...I gave it away in the post title.

see previous outfit details here and here. 

Realizations

{blazer: h&m (similar) | blouse: thrifted | jeans: Jbrand (thrifted) (similar) | necklace: Target | shoes: Faryl Robyn via Gilt}

I've realized 2 things today and it's only 9am. Whew. 

First, it's time for a haircut! Now that I'm living in Portland, I need to find myself a new hair stylist. This is one of my least favorite tasks. I'm not sure why, but I've never been able to commit to a hair stylist. I might go once or twice, but then I'm back on the hunt. I'm just waiting for someone to hair-tie me down. 

Second, I'm starting to look like a crazy person when I take photos at my mom's house. I'm that girl. You know, the one standing in the driveway, posing in front of a tripod. Where's a good alley when you need one?