OOTD: Cobalt With Some Gold

thrifted:
jeans $6.39 Miracle Body
sweater $6.70 Studio works
purse $5.59 Aldo
gold flats $6.99 Sandra Miller
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necklace $5.80 via Forever 21

Pashmina Scarf and Booties

thrifted:
boy fit jeans $5.59 American Eagle
sweater $6.70 Studio Works
pasminia scarf $3.49
Booties?
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purse $14.99 Koltov Collection via Ross
necklace via ebay

Cobalt Blue and Gold Sandals

Casual in Cornflower and Cobalt

pants $5.99 Faded Glory
sweater $6.70 Studio Works
scarf $4.20
loafers $2.99 Geox Respira

OOTD: Cobalt Blue and Black

This falls into my favorite outfit category.  I loved the colors, the fabric and length of the top, and the "just dressy enough for me" feel while being totally comfortable.

top $4.19 Susan Graver
pants $8.99 Anne Klein
cobalt/black necklace $2.29
black/gold hoop earrings .69 cents
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purse $14.99 Koltov Collection via Ross
sandals $20 via Marshall's

Primary Colors

pants $8.99 Anne Klein
multicolored silk smock top $2.25 Talbots
red tank top
long gold chain necklace $4.99
flip flops $3.24 Macwell
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red necklace w/earrings $6.99 via ebay 

Cobalt and Cognac Sequins

Black Ponte Pants $4.90 Sag Harbor
Cobalt Sweater $6.70 Studio Works
Cardigan $3 Dress Barn
Scarf $1.29
Earrings $1.50
Purse $7.99
Sequined Shoes $5.99 Two Lips

Happy Christmas Eve!

Well, I broke down and bought some new pants.  I was trying to wait because I just need to lose some weight and I could fit into ones I already have.  But with the way my holiday eating is going I know myself too well and that's just not going to happen overnight.  So I bought 4 pair of pants to get me by.  I got this black pair, gray slacks, dark denim, and khaki's.  I actually feel so relieved to have more options.  I've already worn these black pants twice this week and will be wearing them again tomorrow on Christmas Eve.  Today's post is from a work day on 22nd.

Black Pants $4.90 Sag Harbor
Cobalt Blue Sweater $6.70 Studio Works
Black Slinky Topper w/Gold Sparkle $3.59 Filigree LTD Collection
Black Faux Fur Neck Wrap $2.39
Gold/Black Low Heeled Mules $5.60 Elle Girl
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Purse $14.99 Koltov Collection via Ross

Black Soda

I'm wearing newly thrifted, Soda brand, black canvas slip on shoes.  These shoes are so very comfy.  They are flimsy so they may not last forever, but I'll be happy wearing them while they do.

Just a simple black outfit with a pop of color in the bright blue scarf. 
Easy.  No Fuss.  Comfy.  Casual.

Black Jeans $8.50 Gloria Vanderbilt

Black Tee $2.80 Falls Creek

Scarf $3.88

Purse $8 Fossil

Canvas Slip On Shoes $3.99 Soda

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Black Cardigan $9.99 JKLA California via Ross 

Cobalt Stripes With Floral Scarf

This is a first time wear for the scarf, top, and sandals.  It is easily one of my favorite outfits.  I love the colors and casual chic feel of this look.

White Ankle Pants $5.99 J.Crew
Striped Tee $1.50 Gap
Scarf $3.99
Bracelet $2.80
Blue Flip Flops $3.24 Macwell
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Double Hoop Earrings $6.50 - purchased at Port Townsend boutique (Expressions) at anniversary stay 2013 

Linking up with Patti for Visible Monday at Not Dead Yet Style and also Sacramento at Mis Papelicos for Share-In-Style:  Summer.

Hi Lo Cobalt Dress

 I am not a fan of the high low look for myself, but I ended up bringing this dress home anyway.  I wish it was the longer length in the front too.  It was a little big and I kept pulling up the top part all day.  I had planned on belting it with a yellow skinny belt, but that caused more problems pulling down the top so I left that off.  I thought of sewing the top shoulder straps to make the top part fit better, but then that would shorten the front and I definetely don't want that.
I ended up wearing the blazer buttoned up to make things look a little more fitted.  I liked the colors and pattern of this dress, but after wearing it I'm not sure if I'll keep it.  I just don't seem to be much of a dress person.  Maybe skirts if they're more ankle length and flowy.

I'm linking up with Patti for Visible Monday at Not Dead Yet Style.  Come on over and meet some wonderful ladies and check out their lovely style.

Thrifted Items:

Dress $7.99 Cabi

Blazer $5 Worthington

Purse $5.60 Relic

Wedged Sandals $4.90 Fioni

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Gold Cuff $8.80 Forever 21

Necklace $5.59 ebay

Florals, Stripes, and Sandals

 Today is a mix of yellow stripes, blue stripes (at the jacket cuffs), floral pants and 2 hooded jackets....one white and one cobalt blue.  Finishing it off is a yellow flowered sandal and same shade yellow purse.

Thrifted Items: (Value Village and/or Goodwill)

Floral Pants $3    346 Brooks Brothers

Yellow Striped Top $3 Anne Klein Sport

White Hooded Jacket

Bright Blue Hooded Jacket $3.99 Jones New York

Purse $5.60 Relic

Sandals $3.99 Covington

Feeling Good In Cobalt

 I've been a little more tied up with work and this diet lately so I haven't had a chance to visit as many blogs or visit as frequently.  I hope to catch up soon.  I feel like more of my time than usual is consumed by cooking, planning, prepping and cleaning up after meals.  We have 3 meals per day and no snack.  We're used to having lunch and dinner and snack.  Sometimes John didn't even eat lunch.  I would starve! ha  I can sure tell that eliminating my night time snack is helpful to my weight.  After this Whole 30 is over I'm going to try my best to not go back to that habit.

My outfit this day is one I'm happy with.  I was glad to fit back into these jeans.  I like the fit of this blazer and the color.  I am donating both my red blazer and houndstooth blazer even though I've only worn them 2-3 times each.  I just didn't like the way they looked on me and decided I wasn't going to force myself to wear them.  I didn't pay that much for them and I'd rather wear something I feel good in.

  Thrifted Items:

Black Jeans $12.32 Calvin Klein

Black 3/4 length sleeve Tee $5 Talbots

Cobalt Blue Blazer $5 Worthington

Scarf $1

Black Booties $6.99 Franco Sarto

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Whole 30 Dinner Day 12:  Fried Fish, Parsnip/Carrot Mash, 1/2 Avocado, 1/2 Pink Grapefruit

 Whole 30 Breakfast Day 13:  Veggie Omelet, Baked Butternut Squash, Date

 Whole 30 Dinner Day 13:  Cashew Beef & Veggie Stir Fry, Pineapple