Daily Outfit - Kate - 9/16/10

Have I mentioned lately that I love this skirt?



I think I subconsciously planned this entire outfit to make myself feel pretty and feminine and happy, at a time when I really just feel tired and gross and lazy. I didn't do it on purpose, I swear!

Cardigan: Target
Tee: GAP
Skirt: thrifted, originally Talbot's
Shoes: Kenneth Cole, via DSW
Necklace: vintage, from Mom
Earrings: Meierotto's Jewelry, KC

Daily Outfit - Jen - 8/26/10

I think I wore almost this exact outfit recently. I'm realizing that I really love this type of skirt - is it technically a pencil skirt or does it need to be more form-fitting? I don't know. Whatever type of skirt this is, I like it. I think they are my new favorite thing to wear to work. (GASP)

Cardigan: H&M

Top: Nordstrom Rack

Skirt: Old Navy

Heels: Nine West

Daily Outfit - Kate - 8/18/10

One of my favorite outfits in recent memory.



(even though I didn't remember to look at myself in a mirror before posing for photos - hence the skirt wonkiness and sweater ride-upiness.)

This was one where after I got dressed I kept going back to my full-length mirror and full-on *admiring* the look. Especially the red flowers on the cardigan buttons, and the red heels. LOVE.


Mayor McPuppy liked it, too.

(OH CRAP THERE'S SOMETHING IN MY HAIR. ::sigh:: I'm a mess.)

But like I said...was totally hot in person. I promise.

Cardigan: thrifted, from Avalon Exchange
Tee: GAP
Skirt: GAP
Heels: Kenneth Cole, via DSW
Earrings: mum
Ring: MacroSun

Daily Outfit - Kate - 8/16/10

It's Monday. I could thus only put forth a bare minimum of effort. However, I don't feel that the result was one of those "bare minimum" looks.



It may not look like much here, but this outfit was great - comfy and flowy and sexy (love those peeptoes!) and with great accessories.



What more could a girl ask for?

Dress: thrifted, BCBG
Cardi: Target, spring 2010
Heels: Kenneth Cole, via DSW
Necklace, earrings: mi madre

The Spoils: DSW

I quit my job yesterday.



It wasn't a "SCREW YOU I'M OUTTA HERE" so much as a "I hope you understand...another opportunity...difficult decision... here's my two weeks' notice...". But still. Liberating and exciting but also sad and scary.


In times of trouble and strife, it is human nature to seek comfort in the familiar, to find guidance and strength through spiritual fulfillment.


So yesterday after work I hopped on my bike and headed to DSW.





What can I say? I'm a deeply spiritual being.



Nothing says "new beginning" like red peep-toe maryjanes, eh?




I'm not kidding when I say it wasn't an easy decision - I've poured a lot of blood, sweat, and tears into my current position. But sometimes circumstances are out of our control, and I've got to make the decision that is best for Jeff and me. This new opportunity will be really great, and I'm looking forward to a new environment and new responsibilities.


And hey - new shoes!


Now the only question is - should I wear these tomorrow, or save them for the first day at the new job?


(Cross-posted at KateOhKatie).