Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Topknot, Brights and Some Good Ripped Jeans

striped mint sweater and ripped jeans
Sweater: Apricot Lane // Jeans: Hint // Sandals: Mossimo (similar) // Large Earrings: Francesca's // Small Earrings: endless hoops // Bracelets: c/o Threads // Ring: c/o The Vintage Pearl // Lips: Dior Lip Glow
topknot and striped mint sweater
striped mint sweater and neon bracelets
turquoise and gold earrings
ripped jeans and bright sandals
striped mint sweater and ripped jeans
topknot and striped mint sweater

This past weekend, I did something that I never do—I went shopping—and bought something, in fact, for the first time since Daniel and I were married on December 1. Did you read that? I went shopping. And the more important fact? I bought something. Do you ever wonder why many of my clothing items don't come with links—like those ripped boyfriend jeans? It's because they're so old!

I didn't realize that it had been that long since I've purchased anything. I'm telling you, I don't go shopping. Not even online. So this weekend when I got styled at Apricot Lane and walked away with not one, but two things (this sweater and a jean jacket), it felt good to break out of my non-shopping bubble. Plus, who can say no to a bright and versatile mint-striped sweater? Not me!

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42 comments:

Pamela Baker said...

You look super cute!! Love the shoes!

Jessica said...

Aaah love that sweater!

Julie said...

I'm not a shopper either! I think that's why I love seeing how you style things :)

Freya H Dub said...

I'm the same way. I don't go shopping mainly because I feel guilty and think I can spend my money on something more productive. I window shop frequently, even online, but it's just to get ideas for what I can do with the things I already have. When I move to Arkansas in June, I want to invest in a sewing machine and start altering things.

It's a great sweater, tho :)

Kelly Ann said...

I love the mint cutouts and how you styled it with these shoes!

xx
Kelly
Sparkles and Shoes

Alyssa said...

I love your pretty bun! And this sweater looks so cozy.

Krysten @ Why Girls Are Weird said...

I wish I was a non shopper, my bank account would be much happier!!

Meg Henning said...

those sandals are super cute, score again for target!!

Agi Mayer said...

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Breenah said...

Ooh, love those shoes!

Callie said...

LOVE your sweater! And I love how you styled it with loose jeans - totally my style. =) Looks super cute and really comfortable. You're really gorgeous!!
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~Callie
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Danielle said...

This sweater looks absolutely amazing on you Aunie!! Gorgeous as always!

Danielle at Framed Frosting

KW&CP said...

gorgeous sweater!

kw ladies in navy

julie marie said...

love your outfit girl. so cute.. and you are always so pretty xo

Allison said...

I absolutely love that sweater!! It's adorable. It's ok, I don't shop much either. :)

Ginny Mossman said...

What a fun outfit! I love the sweater and I'm a huge fan of boyfriend jeans. You look great!
Ginny
mynewfavoriteoutfit.blogspot.com

Allyssa said...

Great sweater! I wish I could refrain from shopping, but I have no self control!

Martha said...

So cute! And oh, it's so green there. We're still emerging from winter. BOO.

Katie said...

I love you hair color more every day! (if that is possible) ... Top knot tutorial soon pleeeaaase?

Cassie @ Live.Laugh.L0ve. said...

GORGEOUS!! Love the entire outfit!

Katie said...

Aunie, beautiful hair bun! And wow! It looks like summer down there!

Natalie Best said...

I want that sweater. The sandals (which I have seen soooo many times!!) the jeans... oh heck... I WANT IT ALL!!


You look great :)

Leigh-Ellen Thomas said...

I've got to say you were meant to have that hair color. It looks fabulous. Smart man you have suggesting it. Wish it were warm enough for sandals here.

Brooke Houston said...

This is my kind of outfit. I love those jeans, even if they are old. I'm a terrible shopper too...But I get sad when I attempt to go, and can't find anything... haha

Yuli said...

You look fabulous, i love the sweater!

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Shannon Heart's said...

What cute sandals, and I love the top bun. I wish my hair was long enough to do that. :)

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Meghan said...

I love those jeans!

Nikki said...

I hope there's a tutorial for that topknot coming up soon! :)

Becca May said...

OOh I love those multiple piercings!! So cute!

Lily Garay said...

You're so pretty! And that is such a cute/comfy outfit!!! I need to get one of those.

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks! You know, they're from Target and they lasted me all last summer and I know they'll make it through this one, too. I Love when affordable & durable go together!

Annelise Rowe said...

Oh, Altering things sounds so fun! I think I enjoy fashion and style blogs so much because, just like you said, it gives me ideas for how to style things. It's fun revamping old items with a new twist!

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks! I didn't even realize until looking back that the sweater is mint and the sandals are turquoise... but oh well! You win some, you lose some :)

Annelise Rowe said...

Target never does me wrong... they totally make affordable look so good!

Annelise Rowe said...

Hey Callie! I'm so happy to have you! Comfy is totally my go-to... now I get to go check out your blog!

Annelise Rowe said...

Thanks Ginny! You should see these jeans when they're unrolled... they're total highwaters! But definitely a score. I think they're about 7 years old! :)

Annelise Rowe said...

You're so sweet! My buns always look different... but you're right. That would be a simple and fun one to do. I'll add it to my to-do list :)

Annelise Rowe said...

You're so nice, Leigh-Ellen! Thanks! My coworker said to me today, "You were born to have nothing but THAT hair color." I never knew what I was missing!

Annelise Rowe said...

That's the worst. I tell you. You get all excited to FINALLY go shopping and then when you do it's so discouraging! I will be sending good-shopping vibes next time you go!

Annelise Rowe said...

No way! You have the cutest shoulder crop ever! My husband wants me to have YOUR haircut! :)

Annelise Rowe said...

Someone else suggested it, too! I've added it to my to-do list!

Vicki Gonzalez said...

I really really like that sweater!

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