Untraditional Valentines

Everywhere I look, I see love.

What a poor blogger I am to not have an appropriately Valentine's themed outfit for you today! Over the years I've come to downplay Valentine's, as it would seem the trend is based on the number of posts from other bloggers I've seen showing off a sexy dress but following that up with the sentiment that they might wear that dress, if they were actually going to go out for Valentine's Day.

Since Sean will be spending the evening helping other couples to have romantic dinners, this year I thought it might be fun (or crazy) to go out to breakfast before I have to leave for work, I'm not sure it will be a new tradition in the making though.

       

The Rundown
Grey Sweater Dress Old Navy similar
Camel Coat J.Crew thrifted similar
Boots "Jabine" Adrienne Vittadini
Suede Accordion Bag Banana Republic similar
Wool Fedora H&M similar
Gold Circle Ring Thrifted
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class
Nail Color "Fishnet Stockings" Essie

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday

and

Sandy a la Mode's On Trend Tuesday

Snow Days

I know that living a balanced life includes taking time to do nothing at all.

Another snowy weekend, which did of course, go by far too quickly - though at least I managed to paint my nails!

Today I have a couple more items from Swap.com, since my first outfit came in under budget I had a little extra credit to spend, so I picked this faux fur vest and white sweater. Perfect for a cozy, snowy Sunday.

        

The Rundown

White Sweater Loft c/o Swap.com similar

Black Jeans Old Navy similar

Black Fur Vest INC c/o Swap.com similar

Booties "Calixta" Cole Haan

Red Willis Bag Vintage Coach via eBay similar

Fur Pom Knit Hat Amazon similar

Stacked Rings Gorjana via TJMaxx similar

Hammered Gold Ring Thrifted similar
Nail Color "Fishnet Stockings" Essie

Linking up with Pink Sole's How I Fall

and

Oh To Be A Muse's Lookbook Linkup
and
By Lauren M's Mix it Monday

Winter Greys

Crossing items off my to-do list is incredibly empowering and motivating.

This week, I met my brand new little niece, celebrated Sean's birthday, had a snow day, and completed the painful tear-filled task of filing my tax return. I don't even get a refund and I don't know why, but at least H&R block was offering totally free filing this year.

Every Friday my mind is abuzz with all things I want to do over the weekend, the blog posts I want to write, the to-do lists I want to check off, my nails, I so badly want to paint, and then before I know it, Sunday evening is staring me in the face and nothing is done.

Maybe this weekend will be different, maybe it wont, but I know more than anything right now, I am craving some changes in my life. A manicure might not make a whole lot of difference in the grand scheme of things, but it could be a start.

       

The Rundown
Cowl Neck Sweater J.Crew c/o Swap.com similar
Grey Skinny Jeans Gap similar
Grey Wool Peacoat J.Crew Factory
Boots Migliorini via TJMaxx buy on eBay similar
Tilly Tote Matine
Leather Gloves J.Crew Factory similar
Bling Earrings c/o JoJo Loves You
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx

Linking up with Jeans and a Teacup's Flashback Friday (one year ago today)