Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Eight days a week

Bag: H&M;
Cognac boots: Target;
Headband: Target.

Lately, all I've wanted on my Christmas list is an extra day tacked onto my week. It seems like every free moment I've had has been spent either working on graduate school applications/networking, or shopping for Christmas presents. I'm not complaining too much -- it feels a little exhilarating to finally put some of my plans in motion.  And believe it or not, one of the unexpected perks of this 30 for 30 Remix Challenge is that not shopping for myself has made it easier to shop for others for Christmas. I've been channeling any desires for myself (which haven't been many) into finding awesome gifts for others.

Day 8 of the Challenge was a dark and dreary day, and it was one of those days where I had to spend all of my free time constantly moving. I turned to some comfort clothing, which include ruffles and dreamy florals for me. It's hard to believe I've never done this exact combination before, because I wear these clothes so often. The headband's bright color offset the dismal weather, and the floral pattern of the dress seemed to complement the landscape. Comfort clothing for a yuck day -- what could be better?

Have you seen any unexpected perks during the Remix Challenge?





22 comments:

  1. Oh my goodness, you are SO adorable in that headband! I love it with that outfit, the cardigan is great with that dress and I love the boots and I've so missed reading your blog lately! I'm glad to be catching up a little bit!

    You look fantastic! I'm jealous that you've been able to do some Christmas shopping already. I haven't bought one single gift yet!

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  2. omg i seriously put the same headband on this morning!! i ended up changing it but i love it... it's one of the few that doesn't give me a headache five minutes in.

    good thoughts your way on all things grad school related! stressful but well worth the process, i am certain!

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  3. I love the texture on the sweater! XOXO, http://www.NatalyasCloset.com

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  4. i love this outfit. the cardigan is perfect!!
    i also love love love the headband.
    perfect pop of color.
    you look beautiful.
    xoox

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  5. i love ruffles, floral, and cognac boots. so this outfit is pretty awesome to me.

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  6. Hellllooooo BOW:)
    You are precious Joann..truly....beautiful dress...and way to go on putting plans in motion, Im all about it:)

    Stop by and say Hello:)
    I’m an MTV Style Blogger!!♥

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  7. This is a very sweet ensemble, and the headband is so unexpected with this!

    I hear you on your wish! I barely have time for anything these days. I have just spent the past 11 hours working - with a 35 minute break to shower and get dressed and a 7 minute commute each way to campus.

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  8. Perk I didn't suspect was all the new blogs that are super easy to find and read.

    A perk I didn't fully realize is all the new readers. I hope they stick around after the challenge is over.

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  9. I don't know if you watch Gossip Girl, but that headband is SO Blair Waldorf. I love it!

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  10. The white bag is my favorite part of your outfit. Long bags are awesome.

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  11. your red hairband? it feels so snowwhite. i love it!

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  12. Great look! I love your headband!

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  13. The pleats on that sweater are awesome! I love it.

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  14. You have the best collection of dresses. You should definitely repeat this combination again.
    I agree about the challenge. I've had a great time finding new ways to wear things. Today I wore a sweater dress as a sweater and paired it with a skirt. The things we come up with!

    The Auspicious Life

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  15. I Love this remix! The layering, the print on your dress... too sweet. I really like how your bag is part of your outfit. Headband - best bit!

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  16. Love the cardigan!! Did you get it recently?

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  17. Oh, this is lovely. Keep on posting in the park, I love enjoying the southeastern fall vicariously.

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  18. very cute girly & pretty!! you are doing an amazing job at the remixing:)
    ~Ally
    http://modestlyfashioned.blogspot.com/

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  19. I canNOT get enough of that cardigan!!

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  20. I love the headband!! Super cute outfit and the ruffles are adorable and that print is fantastic!! Good luck on the grad school applications! :)

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