Fancy Casual

  This is one of those outfit that is really simple but somehow still makes me feel very put together. Midi skirts have that effect on me. They are both modest and chic. If you don't have a midi skirt already I strongly recommend adding one to your closet. I found this one thrifting and it's proved to be a really great purchase. 

This shirt is a recent purchase from Target. I bought it to replace another striped shirt I've had for years and I am just so in love with this top. I love black and white stripes anyway but the fit of this shirt is just perfect and I love that it has a sort of high neckline.

Top - Target

Skirt - Thrifted

Belt - Thrifted

Shoes - JCPenney

 Pairing stripes and floral together is nothing new but I really like these two paired together. Are you a fan of stripes and florals or mixing patterns?

-Reagan

A Starting Point

June has been a good month so far for Hellonovember. I've been publishing posts here for nearly four years and at times I've been unsure of what I was doing, where the blog was going, and I struggled with knowing what the future holds for HN. This has always been something I enjoy doing but running a blog takes a lot of time and it isn't easy. There aren't rules for blogging and no one tells you what to do or what needs improvement. You just sort of try things and see what you like and hope other people like it too. 

 

  This month I have really tried to look at the bigger picture and try to develop a better idea of what I hope HN will become and what I have to do to get there. It's nice to finally feel like I have a little bit figured out, and a starting point but I know I have a lot of work still to do. It just feels like some things are finally coming together.
Hat - Target
Crochet Vest - Target
Dress - Thrifted
Sandals - Target

-Reagan

Mint + Roses

 Just another typical summer outfit. Doesn't get much more summer than mint and floral prints, but I never get tired of them. Separates also seem to be my jam this summer, it's just so easy to mix match when you have some good basic pieces in your closet, and I've been lucky enough to find some while thrifting.  

 I wish I had a dress with this rose and mint pattern, it would definitely get a lot of wear. I never used to think I was a floral person, until recently I realized I'm just picky about my floral prints. This one is just perfect!

Sunnies - Old, Forever 21

Top - Papaya

Belt - Thrifted

Skirt - Thrifted

Platform Sandals - JCP

What is your favorite thing to wear during the summertime?

-Reagan

Some Spring & Summer Essentials

 I have been sort of slacking in the outfit posts lately. Sorry, April has just really gotten away from me. Also The only things I feel like wearing are super simple and mostly based on their comfort. Today I felt inspired by all the kimonos I've been seeing on my pinterest feed.

 This "kimono" is actually a dress I thrifted. I've worn it before, here and here.

The thing is I've always thought it was a bit on the short side and since it has buttons up the front it works perfectly as a kimono type cardigan. I could even add lace or tassels to the bottom to really make it look more like a kimono, maybe I will try that if I thrift another one.

 The thing is my husband did look at me a bit strange when he saw this outfit at first so if I'm totally not pulling this off definitely let me know now. Thanks friends ;)

 I actually really ended up liking this outfit, so simple, yet perfect for spring and completely comfortable. Definitely my type of outfit. Plus it's half thrifted, so I'm a happy girl.

Striped Top - Old Gap

Shorts - Thrifted

Dress/kimono - Thrifted

Sandals - Old Target

Earrings - given to me by a friend

What are some of your essentials for this time of year?

-Reagan

Lighter Layers

For 2014 I wanted to make it a point to take more outfit photos outdoors and try to add some variety to the locations but until now the weather hasn't really cooperated. These are taken just outside our apartment, and as you can tell it still isn't quite spring but when my husband suggested taking a few pictures outside I figured the change of scenery couldn't hurt especially since it was finally warm enough.

 Things around here have been moving really quickly, and my husband has been even more busy with work and school than usual, making the days sort of blur together. We welcomed day light savings time because it means longer days and maybe just a little more time to catch our breath before the next day begins.

 I think it's actually spring break for most schools around here so I think that's another reason why I've set my sights on spring time. This teal floral dress always makes me think of spring so I decided to wear it, layered with this lacey peplum top, both from JCP. I also had to wear some sandals, these are a super old pair from payless that I really need to replace. 

The hat of course is from Target and the belt is thrifted. 

 I've always thought of myself as more of a fall person but this year I am super excited for spring time. I have so many dresses I can't wait to wear without tights too. For once spring has me inspired, and so of course it is taking it's time getting here.

 Are you more a fan of spring or fall? They seem to always be rather polarizing seasons. I still can't decided but I do know that I like winter least. 

-Reagan

Rosy Outlook

 Today I decided to let me feminine side take over. I suppose that since it's officially February, and Valentine's Day is only two weeks away, I wanted to wear something a little bit romantic but still casual. I put on pink lipstick, a cardigan in a nice rosy shade, and then of course I had to add something floral as well in the form of the thrifted purse.

 Plus I wore lace for the first time in a while. I love the texture it adds.

This lace/crocheted top is from JCP, as are the jeans and cardigan.

I'm also wearing these awesome thrifted loafers again. They are one of my most favorite thrifted purchases to date.

What are you go to style or colors for when you want to play up your feminine side?

 -Reagan

Matchy-Matchy

I'm not sure where most people stand with wearing matching accessories but I've always been sort of drawn to it. It's a really easy way to make an outfit feel cohesive. It's a trick I've used in my wardrobe for years. I usually stick to matching neutrals but more and more lately I've been liking color.

 I got these mint sunglasses while shopping with my sister a few weeks ago from Papaya, and was delighted to find that they match this mint belt I thrifted ages ago. Gotta love happy accidents!

I decided to wear this dress I thrifted along with my new maroon cardigan from JCP.

 To balance out all the color I went with my black leggings from Target and black ankle boots from JCP. Yeah more matching.

How do you feel about matching your accessories?

-Reagan

Frosty Florals

 So I know that most of the country right now is experiencing some record breaking low temperatures and ridiculous amounts of snow. It's been unusually cold here in Austin too, but nothing compared to what some people are dealing with. I definitely picked a good time to crochet this cowl, that's for sure!

 The funny thing about cold weather is it makes me crave pastels and muted tones. I decided to take the opportunity to wear this new top I got recently while shopping with my sister. It's from a store called Papaya, most of what I saw there was super trendy but also inexpensive, a great place for trying out new styles. 

 This cardigan is an old favorite from Target, it's no longer available but they always have a great selection of all sorts of cardigans. Most of my cardigan collection is from Target.

The oxfords pictured were also purchased from Target a few years ago. The jeans I got recently from JCP and they've quickly become my favorite pair. The glasses were thrifted.

 I love wearing pastels in winter but I definitely can't wait to wear this shirt a bit more when the weather finally warms up!

-Reagan