Fiesta Outfit

{Cardigan: Vera Wang, Button-Up: Old Navy, Jeans: Old Navy, Heels: Nine West}

I broke out my red jeans again to celebrate my best pal Justine's 25th birthday.  She was having a fiesta party, so I thought they were highly appropriate.  Also, Rianna and I wore similar outfits completely by accident - I think we both have similar philosophies on leopard - that you can wear it with anything!

Trend Watch :: Polka Dots

{Pinterest}

{Shopbop}

{This Time Tomorrow}

{Pinterest}

I've already declared my love of stripes several times on my blog, and I want to tell you another favorite of mine - polka dots.  Lately I've been seeing them pop up all over the place, and I've gathered some of my favorite interpretations of the look.

Fill in the Blank Friday

{The Little Things We Do}

It's been awhile since I've participated in Fill in the Blanks so I thought I'd play along today.  I hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend!!

1.   My favorite place i've ever traveled to is  Germany.  It was my first vacation away from my family, and my longest vacation I've ever taken.  Also the country is absolutely beautiful and I recommend anyone to go there if they can!

2.    Greece is somewhere I'd love to go someday.

3.  I pass the time on a plane (or bus, or car ride or train) by reading magazines, listening to my iPod, or chatting with anyone I'm traveling with.

4.  My three must-haves when I travel are an iPod, magazines and an eye mask (if it's a long flight).

5.  My favorite travel companion is my boyfriend.

6.  The craziest thing that ever happened to me while traveling was when I was flying home from Spain where I was visiting my friend Justine.  She put her purse (which had ID, cash, etc. in it) in a piece of luggage that I was bringing back to the U.S. for her, and we forgot the purse was in there.  I heard my name over the loud speaker and then something in Spanish.  I had no idea what was happening, and couldn't speak Spanish to ask anyone.  She ended up convincing someone at the airport to open the luggage and retrieve her purse!  So weird!

7.  The most exotic food I've ever tried while traveling is weisswurst in Germany.

8.  If I could live anywhere else, I'd live in I'm not sure, I'm not a fan of sales tax so that would probably narrow down my options.

9.  I have been to not really sure how many, maybe 10?  

states in the U.S.

Recent Purchases

It's no secret among my friends and family that I hoard any gift cards that I receive, but it pays to wait for a good deal.  Today I decided to put a gift card that I've had for over two years and some DSW rewards points to good use.  I snagged these awesome leopard flats and these gorgeous cognac Ralph Lauren heels on super clearance.  Also, a couple weeks ago I bought these Nine West leopard heels with another gift card that I had.  Can you tell that leopard and cognac are two of my favorite things?

Outfit Crush

{Kenzie Faith}

I recently stumbled upon the Kenzie Faith blog, and immediately pinned this casual, belted vest look.  I have had a similar vest for several years, and have never found a way to wear it without looking like the Michelin Man.  Other people look so cute in their puffy vests, and hopefully belting my red vest will make me feel less "puffy."

Shop Ban.Do

{Crystal Bowtie Shoe Clips}

{Pop Flower}

{Metallic Lace Headwrap}

{Sequin Scarf}

{All Images from Ban.Do}

It's been awhile since I was first introduced to the adorable accessory shop called Ban.Do.  Have you heard of them? All of the pieces are so eye catching, but a lot of them can be worn for many occasions.  Although I haven't gotten my hands on any of them yet, these are a few of my favorites.

Trend Watch: Color Blocking

colorblock by quartknee42 featuring flap handbags

The weather that we have had this past week has made me long for the warmer days of spring and summer.  I couldn't help day dreaming of a time when I can start wearing my high heels and flats again.  Also, I'm excited to wear bright color blocking, in addition to tangerine.  I haven't stopped color blocking this fall/winter but it will be nice to add in some brighter items!