Monday night out

I like to listen to NPR. I blame my father, for if you drive with him it's all you will listen to, and I logged a good many hours as a passenger in his car. At the time I didn't love it, but eventually it grew on me, and now, especially since NPR has a very convenient app, I listen to my favorite shows on demand.

Sean and I were listening to Ask Me Another on Sunday and at the beginning of the show they announced that the next live recording would be featuring Dennis Quaid, Christian Cooke, and Cary Elwes! It would be at the Bell House theater in Brooklyn New York, and it would be on November 14th (which was tomorrow, at the time, and I had a mini freak out at the idea of being in the same room as Cary Elwes).

It was a very last minute plan, and normally heading into the city for a late night on a Monday would not thrill me, but we had such a great time at the show, it was hilarious, the space was small and intimate, I laughed and relaxed and forgot about needing to go to work today.

I must also mention that if you are a Princess Bride fan and you are in New York, or at least New York adjacent, Cary Elwes will be at a book signing and a screening of the Princess Bride this week - check out his twitter for the details.

         

The Rundown

Shawl Surplice Blouse Tracy Reese via Roundabout

Black Suede Mini Skirt Thrifted

Boots "Jabine" Adrienne Vittadini

Leopard Clutch Clare V. c/o Shopbop

Gold Hoop Earrings Amazon

Necklace Old

Naomi Druzy Ring c/o Kendra Scott

Gold Herkimer Diamond Ring c/o Lumo

Chevron Ring Etsy via Silver Canyon Jewelry

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday

and

Sandy a la Mode's On Trend Tuesday

Smile like you mean it

Last week Sean and I went to see The Killers at Mohegan Sun, even though it was a weeknight (I'm an old lady) we had a great time. We decided to forgo the opening act in favor of grabbing dinner at Hash House a Go Go, which was like fried chicken heaven. Somehow we still ended up in a mad dash to get to the arena on time, but we just squeaked in before the first song was underway.

The show was great, I loved the set list, and our seats were close enough that every one on stage was bigger than a little speck. Naturally I would not have worn these heels had it been standing room only, but clearly they were meant to be worn with this dress. And since a random stranger complimented me on them, it made their maiden voyage all the better.

One other small accessory I had for the night was a pair of etymotic ear plugs. Again, you know I'm an old lady, and tinnitus for days is not something I enjoy. I know rock concerts are meant to be loud and I agree, that's part of the experience, but once the earplugs are in, I barely even feel like anything is missing, it's just a more reasonable volume. Let the ears of the youth ring; I'd much rather sleep soundly after I rock out.

The Rundown
Cutout Dress c/o Zinke
Honey Fringe Sandal Banana Republic
Navy Foldover Clutch Clare V.
Cuff "Vista" Gorjana via Rocksbox
Gold Bracelets The Cavernous Jewerly Box
Naomi Druzy Ring c/o Kendra Scott
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx
Nail Color "Bikini So Teeny" Essie

Linking up with Pink Sole's How I Summer

and

Monday Mingle

Fur

I am quite happily pulling out the faux fur pieces of my wardrobe now, and this vest is usually one of the first to come out. I remember back in 2012 when I got it, finding seemed like such a feat, where as today you can go to Forever 21 and have your pick of dozens. If I were feeling so tempted to add another to my closet it would be a toss up between this moto-style shearling vest and this creamy pelted open front vest.

The Rundown
Silk Blouse J.Crew similar
Fur Vest American Eagle via TJMaxx similar
Yoga Jeans Second Denim via Coco & Vera's Giveaway
Over the Knee Boots "Atilla" Ivanka Trump via DSW
Bag "Alexa" Danielle Nicole c/o Serendipity and Grace
Necklace Kendra Scott via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)
Ring Gorjana via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday
and
Cute and Little's on Trend Tuesday

Think pink

Here are some details of the outfit I wore to the Tanger Sweater Weather event - of course I wore pink to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, thankfully this blush sweater is one of the few pink items in my closet, and Rocksbox just happened to send over this lovely pink Kendra Scott pendant.

The Rundown
Pink Sweater Banana Republic thrifted similar
Skirt c/o Vera Wang for Kohl's similar
Over the Knee Boots "Atilla" Ivanka Trump via DSW
Huntley Tote c/o Joie similar
Ear Jackets TJMaxx similar
Necklace Kendra Scott via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)
Cuff Gorjana via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)
Mini Punk Princess Bracelet CC Skye c/o Serendipity and Grace
Gold Wrap Ring gift from Meg similar
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday
and
Cute and Little's on Trend Tuesday

Revival

It's been a long time since I've worn this pencil skirt. Last fall/winter I abstained from wearing skirts (and dresses) to work because I didn't feel comfortable at first, and once I was in the denim rut, it was near impossible to break free.

After finally getting out from underneath the endless winter and bare legs became a necessity, I slowly introduced my non-denim workwear to the office. Now that pencil skirts and heels feel more comfortable I've been reviving some old favorites, including this berry colored knit which has not seen the likes of this blog since 2013!

The Rundown
Leopard Blouse J.Crew thrifted similar
Purple Pencil Skirt Talbots similar
Brown Leather Jacket c/o Wallis similar
Pumps "Gennie" Coach thrifted similar
Willis Bag Vintage Coach thrifted

Necklace Kendra Scott via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)

Ring Gorjana via Rocksbox (one month free with lydiaxoxo)
Sunglasses Vogue via Sunglass Hut

Linking up with Mix and Match Fashion's What I Wore to Work

and

Happiness At Midlife's Throwback Thursday (last time I wore this skirt)