Sew Cute

September 6th, 2013: 

The Outfit: Today I kept things super simple because shocker it was around 92 degrees outside. I wore this mint green lace romper with a rose gold skinny belt. The belt has a super cute heart detail which adds a girly feminine touch. I paired this look with rose gold sandals, pearl studs, and a BCBG bracelet. This look was super casual and super easy to put together. 

Where it's from: 

Romper: Forever 21 

Belt: Forever 21 

Shoes: American Eagle 

Earrings: local boutique 

Bracelet: BCBG 

September 4th, 2013: 

The Outfit: This is a typical day of college outfit. In Iowa it is still super hot out so it's important to stay comfortable and cool. But, of course we still have to look cute doing it! I paired this teal high low dress with a lace bralett underneath. The lace peeks out from the sides and the front which gives the simple dress some detail. I paired the dress with a bold black statement necklace that has pink and blue accent stones.  

Where it's from: 

Dress: Forever 21 

Necklace: Akira 

Shoes: Ann Taylor 

Bracelets: Marc by Marc Jacobs and Alex and Ani 

Purse: ASOS 

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September 5th, 2013: 

The Outfit: Today I wore a black peplum top with a pleather detail. I paired the top with my ice cream high waisted shorts. To complete the look I used my favorite rose gold accessories. I wore my Sam Eldeman spiked loafers along with my Juicy Couture statement necklace. Overall, my look today was girly with a little bit of edge. 

Where it's from: 

Top: Nordstrom 

Shorts: Topshop 

Necklace: Juicy Couture

Bracelets: Henri Bendel and Marc by Marc Jacobs 

Bow earrings and ring: Kate Spade 

Steal of the Century 

So, when I went back home I had to stop in at Nordstrom Rack.

As I was wondering around the isles, as you can only do at Nordstrom Rack, I found this gorgeous Ted Baker wallet. It was surrounded by non-clearance items so I assumed that it was going to be around $60. To my surprise, the wallet was only $23! From it's original $120 I would say that is a pretty good deal.  

The wallet is on the smaller side but it still holds a lot. It is a snake skin like pattern and is a deep metallic purple. Also it has rose gold hardware.  

August 30th, 2013: 

The outfit: Today was super hot in Ames. It was around 100 degrees so I wanted to keep things simple but still cute. I paired a basic white tank with these navy polka dot shorts. They are flowly and also have a fun tie belt. I accessorized with pink statement necklace, my Keds sneakers, and a variety of different bracelets. 

I'm so sorry I haven't been posting a lot! School is a lot to take in at first but I am trying to remember to document my outfits and blog more often. 

Where it's from: 

Tank: Aerie 

Shorts: Forever 21 

Necklace: Charming Charlie's 

Shoes: Keds

Bracelets: Kate Spade, BCBG, and Charming Charlie's 

Above my bed I hung my monogram that I made. (I have a blog post on DIY dorm decorations) Also, I hung a variety of different pictures using twin and clothes pins that I painted. 

Where everything is from: 

Bed spread: Kate Spade at Bed Bath and Beyond 

Pillows: TJ Maxx, Home Goods, and Target 

Here is another one of my DIY decorations. I also hung a little sign from Hobby Lobby and a canvas Audrey picture from Meijer. 

My desk has a lot of stuff on it. I have all of my makeup, perfumes and body sprays, school supplies, and some of my jewelry on my desk. I keep things organized in my own special way you could say. 

This is under my lofted bed. I set up a temporary clothing rack to create more storage. Also, to display my favorite dresses. But I keep my coats, scarfs, and a jewelry organizer on the rack as well. On the right I hung a shoe organizer from my bed. It was meant for over the door but it works perfectly from my loft. 

Where it's from: 

Shoe organizer: Khols 

Hamper: Home Goods 

Scarf organizer: Container Store 

This is our wardrobe area. It has some hanging space along with drawers. I hung this dress jewelry organizer from the outside along with my M that my friend made me. It makes the bare cabinet a little more fun and personalized. 

Where it's from: 

Jewelry organizer: Container Store 

Bid Day! 

Hello everyone! This past week has been PURE madness. Rush week was super busy so I did not have time to blog basically all week. But I am in back in action. So, here is my Bid Day experience. Obviously every school does something different but I will tell you a little bit about my experience. 

So we went to our quad if you want to call it that and we were given an envelop with our bid. However we couldn't open it until a certain time which was pure torture. 

I am a new pledge to Pi Beta Phi sorority! I couldn't be more happier and could not have asked for a better sisterhood to join. 

After we got our bids you basically run to meet up with your new sorority. Then shortly after you run again through our clock tower to meet up with your new sisters. We also got basically a big sister ours is called our "Guardian Angel". So, they just show us the ropes and tell us what is going on basically. 

One crazy thing is that my best friend and I ended up in Pi Phi together. She is in the picture on the left. We didn't tell each other our preferences so it was a complete surprise. It's funny because I always called her my sister and now we really are Pi Phi sisters! 

Here are just some bid day pictures. After we got our bids we went back to the house for pictures, pledging, and dinner it was super fun and overall a great experience.