Meals in Heels

I didn't quite make it to church today but I would've worn this. 

Instead, I ate cinnamon-pecan pancakes in this.

Which is almost a holy experience in itself. 

I said ALMOST.

I know from whence cometh my help:)

Gap Jacket (Old)

Dress: Dillard's

Sam Edelman Shoes

Bag: Goodwill

But later that day...I switched the jacket for a sweater and a scarf on the head.

But I ate left over spaghetti in it.

Sweater: Forever 21 (old)

The Giggles

Top: H&M by way of Juanette

Skirt: Zara

Wedges: Sam Edelman

Bag: Goodwill

Look who snuck into town this weekend.

Lemon Drop martinis, giggling, thrift shopping, two-stepping in church (almost) and making up acronoyms for people who don't wear proper undergarments.

That's just a taste of what happened this weekend.

Good times indeed:)

I swear to you that dressing alike was a complete accident. It happens alot with us!

Redeemed

If you follow GFS on twitter then you may recall that I haven't gone in any thrift shops in months.

The main reason is that I just haven't been up to it.

The other reason is because I was accumulating too many odds and ends.

I needed to stop before I became the next person on Hoarders.

This weekend, my buddy came in from out of town and the objective was to thrift.

And I hit the jackpot...if bowties are considered hitting the jackpot.

For me, it was like hitting the lottery because the hubby rocks bowties.

Let's just say that my partner in crime had to help me with self control or I would've come home with 2,984,832 bowties and no groceries.

Men's Shirt/Bag: Thrift store

Skirt: H&M

Shoes: Sam Edelman

Random Bracelets

And that my friends is why I thrift!

Because sometimes you just hit the motherload!

...More about my weekend shenanigans which included looking for parking, appreciating a good Lemon Drop Martini, playing in my closet with Juanette, wondering if there is such a thing as a Zydeco Gospel song, and lots of laughs....like "laughing hysterically in church" kind of laughing...

One of Those Days

There really isn't a rhyme or reason for this outfit.

I randomly just grabbed odds and ends out of the closet and put them on my body.

Thought that it was better than wearing pajamas to work.

Mission Accomplished.

So I thought...

Until one of my students graciously shared with me that I didn't match.

I looked at HIM for a long time.

Really? That's what you are worried about?

So, you are grading ME now?

Then, I found myself trying to school him on the concept of matching vs. blending...neutral tones, bla bla blah.

Then I caught myself.

Why am I explaining my style choice to someone who is wearing pants down to his ankles and a "I Love Nicky Minaj" t shirt?

(The scarf was more for funtion than for style today.)

Ralph Lauren Blazer (one of my faves)

Thrifted button down shirt

Zara scarf

JC Penney Cargoes (my version of jeans/casual wear)

Sam Edelman Wooties/Bedges (Booties+wedges...I like to make words up sometimes)

Louis Vuitton Sac Plat

My Version of Halloween

This year I went as an Ivy League professor, prep school student...myself.

Top: Urban Outfitters

Boy's Jacket: Thrifted by Juanette

Skirt: Zara

Shoes: Sam Edelman

Louis Vuitton Speedy 35

Sponsored by O

This outfit post is brought to you by the Letter O.

O as in the "obsession with leopard print accessories" continues.

Don't worry, I'm going to rehab for it pretty soon before I buy leopard carpet, a leopard lunch kit,

leopard car seat covers, or a leopard print velour jogging/track suit for my dog.

I draw the line at the track suit. 

Everything else is negotiable.

 Vintage Neiman Marcus Jacket

H&M Dress/Top

Target leggings/scarf

Sam Edelman Leopard Heels

The Dead Has Arisen!

Let it be known!

I'm a woman of my word.

I said if the temperatures dropped, I would do a post!

Well, here I am!

The heat in Houston has been unbearable. Someone turned the temperature to HELL, so it's been increasingly hard to deal with keeping clothes on after work!

Urban Outfitters Cropped Tee (I altered neckline...of course)

Gap (DIY dyed yellow) skirt

Sam Edelman Wedges

Aldo Earrings

Vintage Sunnies

Silver bracelet gifted by Juanette

Orange bracelet (old)

This isn't one of my fave outfits but it served its purpose.

Theoretically, one is supposed to wear a loose top with a fitted bottom or the other way around.

I just really wanted to wear gray and yellow together and I didn't have to iron.

No ironing always wins.

Ironing is not my ministry.

I had a relaxing Labor Day  weekend. I hung out with my bestie hubby and finally saw a few movies I've been wanting to see.

Good times. Now I must go back into hiding in case the temperature rises:)

Is the temp set to HELL in your neck of the woods too?

Or is it just Houston that's been so lucky??

God Is Good

Finally, a real outfit post!

It's been so hot that I've basically resolved to de-clothing (not a real word) as soon as I get in the car.

I even take off my bracelets and earrings because the thought of anything touching my skin in this 100+ degree weather makes me mental.

(I may have or may not have stolen this vintage dress from Juanette's  house this summer.)

(Vintage belt/bag/dress/sunglasses, Sam Edelman wedges)

Well, the dust has settled. The summer is winding down and I have so much to be grateful for.

I had the best wedding I could have and had some truly awakening moments this summer as to who is really on my team and who isn't.

Also, remember that post a few months ago...the one where I lost my job as a teacher because of silly reductions in funding?

Let's just say that since that day, I haven't had one day to be sad about it. I've been blessed in every way. I found a summer job to carry me through the summer and pay for little things for my wedding.

And I got another job! I'm still in education which I'd sworn off but that's what happens when I try to make my own plans and not follow God's plan.

As much as I want to be that creative chick...I still have bills.

So it was a blessing. And I didn't even have to look for a job...it came to me!

Creatively speaking, things keep getting better! Every since my debut as a video wardrobe stylist, I've had more great things come my way.

As soon as I can share, I will!

Things are good and finally falling into place and I couldn't be more appreciative!

P.S... I owe you guys two wedding posts...my take on the "process" (trust me I have alot to say about that!) and a run through of how it went down...it's coming.

GFS Hairstory: The Interview That Wasn't Supposed to Happen

H&M Dress

Random Belt

DIY RAVEN Bag

Sam Edelman Wedges

Aldo Necklace

I know a lot of bloggers venture into VLOGGING but I vowed that would not be my ministry.

But when you have a pushy friend who forces you to talk...well... never say never. I also have the distinct honor of introducing her daughter to her first Oreo cookie when she was one year old...so I suppose I felt obligated! LOL

Here is probably the first and last video I will ever do!

Quick notes:

1. I did NOT want to do a video...ever!

2. I'm not wearing any make up...(nor do I wear any but still)

3. I have no idea why I was flipping my head like I have cascading locks down my back!

4. I had zero time to prepare!

5. My outfit  pics were taken this morning and this video was done at 7pm...as the day goes on...my hair gets bigger:)

6. I have "bed head" hair in the video because I drive with my head leaned back against the headrest after work. Thanks Kenge for allowing me NO time to fix that! GRRRR!

Enough stalling I suppose...here goes!

Click here to view full screen. I don't know how to change the size format on my blog because I'm challenged:)

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Kenge, next time I want a hair and make up crew booked and Evian water in a plastic cup with a silver straw to sip!