Virgo

Okay, enough reminiscing about 2012.  Onwards and upwards in 2013!  This is my outfit from today.  After taking Kya to the vet (for her annual exam/vaccinations) and taking Kaitlyn out to lunch, Ben and I had a meeting with a financial adviser.  One of my goals this year is to get my finances in order.  We are trucking along okay on our own, but we decided it was time to consult with a professional to 1) make sure we really are on the right path, 2) help us figure out ways to meet our goals more quickly and efficiently, and to 3) help us make smart decisions for long term goals (retirement, etc.).  Today's meeting was just to get to know each other and for her to gather data.  I can't wait to meet with her next time when she will actually have a plan/suggestions for us.  I'm looking forward to a new perspective!

What are your thoughts on the matter?  Do you go it alone or utilize a professional?  Do you have any tips/tricks/stories to share?  

Top:  J. Crew Clearance Store
Cardigan:  Anthropologie Tierred Ruffles Open Cardigan
Pants:  AG Stevie crops in nutmeg
Belt:  J. Crew Clearance Store
Socks:  Sock Dreams
Shoes:  Dansko
Bracelet:  Gift

Check out my new bracelet!  Isn't is beautiful?  My mother-in-law got it for me for Christmas.  She knew I wanted the Anthropologie Zodiac Calendar Cuff, so she had this one handmade for me.  I love how the virgo symbol is combined with my initials.  Love, love, love!

Cute and Cozy

Happy Friday! This is the start of another long weekend for me. I only had to work 2 days this week! I've had a lot of time on my hands to relax, read, and play with my new toys. Did you get any new goodies over the holidays?

This is my outfit from last Sunday. Since we had a very low key Christmas this year, I wanted to be cute and cozy for our day at home. Ben's brother joined us for a delicious brunch, then we opened gifts and just relaxed for the rest of the day.






Top: J. Crew (thanks for the recommendation Liz! LOVE this top:)
Pullover: Anthropologie Brushed Lace Pullover (which I now see comes in a couple of new colors/patterns!)
Jeans: Pilcro
Lace Socks: Sock Dreams
Bracelet: Anthropologie

The bracelet I'm wearing is one of the Christmas gifts I received from my mother-in-law. It's Anthropologie's Astrological Maps Bracelet (Virgo). I love it!



I was also lucky enough to get a beautiful new coat! Ben got me this nau down blazer. It fits me like a glove, is super soft, and oh so warm. I am thankful to be married to someone with such great taste.


Also, one of the reasons I have been MIA the last few days is because Santa brought me an iPad! I can't put it down:)

My Interpretation

I put this outfit together earlier this week for the Inspiring Interpretations post over at Stuff Jewish Girls Like. JG just started this wonderful feature and I love it! I had so much fun putting this outfit together using the inspiration she posted and I really enjoyed seeing all of the other beautiful interpretations everyone else came up with. Go check it out!

The best part:)

Dress: Anthropologie Beda Dress
Cardigan: J. Crew Jackie
Belt: Anthropologie Snakebite
Socks: Sock Dreams
Shoes: Chie Mihara Loti

Sock Dreams is one of my favorite stores. They have a great selection of high quality and unique socks, stockings, tights, etc. The store is located here in Portland, but they do have a great website for all of you non-local folks (the selection on the website is better than in-store anyways). Whatever you are looking for, I'm sure they have it!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

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