As depressing as it is to say so-long to summer, I can't pretend I haven't been excited about dressing the part for the school year! Nothing helps me get my mind in the right place like the right outfit, so last week I specialized in responsible school girl looks. Here are two I managed to document:
Skirt: Swapped Skirt: Hand Made by me :~)
Glasses and Scarf: Sam Moon Pearls (totally fake): thrifted
Chinese Slippers: China! Flats: Vintage
Bag: Sam Moon Bag: Sam Moon
I know everyone has their little back-to-school resolutions and rituals and I am no exception. Here are the things I've been all about for fall.
My Must Have School Girl Accessories:
Comfortable flats!
I love heels but they aren't realistic for running around all day and for showing up for my outdoor center job in. I've been living in sensible flats like these, especially my chinese slippers!
New School Bag:
Every year I treat myself to a new school bag. I love this satchel style one with gold chains, something about the shape and texture just says "no nonsense hot mama" to me, which is a vibe I want to embody as the school year gets tough! I got it at Sam Moon which is this amazing gigantic wholesale accessories warehouse in Dallas. If you're ever there, hit this place UP!!
Up-do's and Pearls:
My hair is waaaay over grown at this point; in fact, I'm embarassed to report that it may be treading dangerous mullet territory very soon. To counteract this, I have been pinning it up with a million bobby pins and clipping different little bows and barrettes in it. This combined with pearls just makes me feel dang classy and ready to take important notes and meet with influential people!
Other than that, I've just been sure to bring my water bottle and a cardigan with me everywhere. Has anyone else started a nasty old school year? What are your rituals?
18 comments:
Love these outfits! My hair is in the exact same stage right now. I'm growing it out from being very short and it's going through all kind of atrocious mullet-y phases!
Oh yeah, that bag is super cute!
Alas, I will not be going back to school this year, which is quite the strange sensation. I might have to buy a box of crayons though, fresh crayon is the smell of autumn for me.
Yay! Nice to see you, love the skirt you made and that new bag is delicious. Good luck going back to school, I haven't been in a decade so.... I'm outta the loop here, lol. :-)
I love those black and white flats!! And the print on your skirt is so cute.
I don't go to school anymore, but when I did I do remember *always* carrying a water bottle and a cardigan (or jacket, depending on the season) too.
I'm from Texas and have never heard of Sam Moon! Must rectify this situation immediately.
Good luck this semester- there are few things more awesome than being smart and winning at school.
Your bow flats are just lovely! Ahh, so glad you're back - your style is just so refreshing.
"no nonsense hot mama" is the best phrase ever. (-; Sasha
My hairs acts the sameee way! Except its curly but its choppy in the back and just looks janked when it starts growing out. Great chain bag and lovely bird clip! You always look adorable :)
xoxo
I think your hair looks adorable... it's kind of a "sexy messy" haha :)
Love that blue skirt!!!
your hair definitely looks adorable! and that little grey velvet hair bow is toooo cute!
did you make that skirt from the same fabric as your scarf? they look so similar!
hello again. nice outfits. if i chop off my hair, i doubt i can dress it up so prettily like you did.
Ugh Leila, I feel your pain!!
Dearilu, I wish I could major in crayons.
Thanks Eyeliah! I look forward to a time when I will be out of the loop when it comes to school.
Thanks Ana! I can't stand being cold or thirsty either :~)
Not Kayla-- You need to get to Sam Moon STAT! And haha, I hope I manage to be smart and win at school so I can get that satisfied feeling you describe...
Thanks Isabel-- I found the BEST sequiny granny sweater yesterday that made me think of you :~)
Thanks Sasha, you always warm my heart <3
Thank you Emily Anne! You're lucky you have the curly hairs-- I've been trying to make mine curly sometimes and I think it's such a cute look on you. Reminds me of Lil Orphan Annie (in the best way).
Aya, I think you're just sayin that ;~)
Hi Meaghan! No, I didn't make the scarf but I would LOVE to have a skirt in that pattern! The scarf has purple and green flowery print and the skirt is full of blue birds and musical notes.
Hello again Tom Tuttle! I bet you could totally throw some bobby pins in your hair and fancy it up if you take to the scissors. It's so easy! I'll help you.
And thank you EVERYONE for your comments! I'm glad I wasn't forgotten XOXO
ha ha ha ha! "weirdly personal" cracks me up. i feel like my waist size is pretty much Public Domain or something at this point-- there are so DANG many pictures of it on the interweb! But of course you can't tell from a picture. My high waist is about 29-30"... more if something sits lower. you are SO SWEET for thinking of me with that skirt!!!! being a Gunne, i bet it's teeny, eh? LOVE to you!!!!!! xoxox Sasha
thanks for stopping by my blog, sweets. yes, i'm not much of an accessories person. i'm not confident of decorating an outfit such that i won't overdo it. it's probably a habit thing. so when i'm not sure, i'd rather go plain. i think i might've worn simple ear studs :)
Darling that bag is adorable, though I take a bag like that to college and I might lose it. =(
School year started for me over 2 weeks ago already so I am getting accustomed to the routine of waking up extremely early to get to class. I am going a little preppy this school year, lots of blazers, vests and cardigans. Comfy shoes are also a must.
xo
Sophie
i love the songbird skirt! how twirlyriffic (okay, that's a new word i'm workshopping, am adjective describing something that is terrific to twirl in)!
AS much salacious awesomeness as the hair scarfs and up do's are, I'm afraid they may nor be for me. However, that multicolored shirt (WAY DOWN ON THE PAGE) is delicacy that should be accompanied by fine red wine ONLY.
I LOVE your blog! :)
I love your style and the way you carry yourself. You look stunning.Have a fabulous week!
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