Soooo, I went shopping....

So Drew and I have this little habit of winding down after a week (or seven) of crazy by going shopping. 

Problem?

Potentially.....but normally its just "window shopping," or I find my favorite toothpaste on the clearance aisle at Target which is Always exciting!

Today I bought things. Oops! The deals were just too good- so I'll share ;)

And my tip is that these items were actually much cheaper in the store than the "clearance" price online!!

Shop stop #1- Marshall's (FAVE!)

exhibit A of my super impressive photog skills

Cynthia Rowley top, that I absolutely cannot find anywhere online!

I promise I'll be on the search for something similar.

I love this top because it has a simple, flattering cut, and has a light yellow under-layer!

Tuxedo, color-block, blousey tank?! YES please!

I feel like I don't even need to explain myself on this one.

Violet and Claire- super weird Japanese website....I'll try to find this elsewhere as well ;)

Shop stop #2- Old Navy

Lovely fitted slouchy T under $10? I'll take it!!

(online $12.50...I got them for $10 and then 20% off in stores!)

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Rockstar zipper skinnies I've been eyeing forever but didn't want to dish $34.50 out on?

($30 still online-I got them for $18.95 and then 20% off in stores)

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I actually bought these in brown, but couldn't find a photo.

Super comfy, slightly pointed toe, and $8.95?!? You betcha I snatched those up without even thinking!!

($19 online, but I found them in stores for $8.95 and 20% off!)

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I'm definitely feeling like it was a successful outing over all! Excited to style these new pieces and to figure out how they will fit into my wardrobe! Woohoo!

Happy weekend, y'all!

Spring Fashion

High. Five. For. Friday. Seriously.

Its almost Spring Break! I still have a nice fat check-list to get through before I can pack up the boyfriend (later today) and head home for a bit, but I just need a break before the break. 

Therefore: this post about how I would much rather be shopping.

I think we can all agree on this: We like seasons because clothes. Incomplete grammatically-incorrect sentence, and you still agree with me am I right?!

"Oh my goodness I love fall! Fall is my favorite. Bustin' out the sweaters, the scarves, the boots..."

But guess what. Spring is here and now its pretty much the best thing. I'm fickle. (Sorry, seasons.)

*Sidenote: my stomach just made the most hysterical "I am a dying cat" noise and I honestly wish someone else could have heard it to laugh with me.

Liking the button-up trend we have going on. DISLIKE-ing the fact that my boobs are too big to fit into button-up shirts without looking like a hoochie-mama or having to buy the dang thing several sizes too big and looking like a bag. 

BUMMER! Just thought I'd let you all know though, if I were to buy a cute trendy button-up, it would probably be this pretty eyelet (and fairly priced!) thing from Old Navy. 

*Stomach has moved on to dinosaur noises. 

But, my all-time favorite trend has to be pants. You guys, I love pants. Always have, pretty sure I always will.

I've bought a few cute skirts and dresses in the past thinking "Aw, on a nice sunny day I'll wear this dress and feel so feminine and pretty!" but those sunny days come, and I just want to wear pants.

Out of pride, I have to let you guys know that when colored pants first became a thing (and it was still pretty weird and no one wanted to wear them) in what.... 2008ish? I bought them. Flower pants? 2010, from the every faithful Forever 21. 

I STILL LOVE THEM and it makes me even more happy that they are EVERYWHERE and in every shape/color/patter/style. WOOHOO PANTS!

I kind of have a lot of pants. Its almost embarrassing except that its not because I love them and I still want more! I think I have a problem, and I've been eyeing these.

Since apparently I'm obsessed with yellow all of a sudden (and advertising for Old Navy, unprompted)...

Check these bad boys out!

I can see myself wearing these with ALL the colors, spots, flowers, etc. Can't you?!

Last but not least- the sandals. T-strap is totally in style, not to mention adorable, but I just can't wear them! This girl has Wide feet and it looks like they're spilling off the sides! Ew. No one wants to see that. 

Anyone out there have this problem too??

This is why I tend to stick with the above (still super cute) cross front sandals- something that holds my feet in AKA keeps them from spilling off the sides of my sandals.

WELP- I'm out of time for my break before the break, but let me know what you think about these spring styles!

What spring trends do you have your eye on?

Coffee Secrets!

                   Sweater: American Eagle (thrifted- so lucky to snag up this gem!) Similar here at Target!

                   Vest: Marshalls (old)

                   Jeans: Old Navy

                   Boots: Kelly and Katie (old)

                   Necklace: Simply Vera at Kohl's (similar here)

Every application in the history of EVER, ok maybe just the applications related to school, are due December 1st. December 1st is this Saturday. Needless to say life is just a little bit crazy right now!

BUT, I remembered my grandmother's wonderful secret recipe for the best coffee ever, which I will share with you. 

Over Thanksgiving we were presented with brilliant coffee that reminded me of my Belgian coffee experiences (which are still the best coffee experiences I have ever had). Since my grandmother has spent a good amount of time traveling to European countries, I figured that it was something she had picked up along the way. I asked her about it nonetheless, and you will never guess what it was! Dunkin Donuts. From the grocery store. 

Now, the secret is a light sprinkle of cinnamon in the coffee grounds before it is brewed. Who would have though? Not me at lease ;) Delicious!

What are your coffee favorites?

Happy Wednesday everyone!

-PB