Guess who's back, back again..

So I know I've gone on a bit of a blogging hiatus - but I've had a great deal of work, and of course I had to figure out how to get back in the groove of school after a week long fall break...

Never fear, though! I'll be back fsho on Thursday.

Get excited!

Gotta love Matthew Gray Gubler... He's excited!

Plus I've watched almost all of season 6 of Criminal Minds over this past week soo..

#DrSpencerReidObsessed

Shots, Shots, Shots, Shots, Shots, EVERYBODYYY

Not really, I don't want you all out there taking tons of shots at 4 o'clock on Friday 

(although I'm sure many of you would like to..)

But I sure as heck want to share my crafty (shot book page) project with you all! (I want truthful feedback everyone!)

Disclaimer: I am by no means encouraging anyone to go out and take 21 shots on their birthday - most girls do not get all the way through it, they stop early on and know their limits. The book is out of good fun and is celebrating being old enough to legally drink. 

I know I have readers from all over the place, and not all of you have Michaels craft store - 

Those of you on the East Coast prolly have AC Moore? (I used to ask for gift cards to there every summer for my birthday (circa 2000) - I mean crafts on Cape Cod? What more can a girl ask for!)

But in the midwest Michaels is a craft HAVEN (and HEAVEN.. either or..). I walked in the doors of that beautiful store and immediately inhaled the smell of crafts and cheap potpourri, naturally... #spideysmellsenses

I staggered towards the scrapbooking aisles, and let me tell you, I was never a big scrapbooker, but I was AMAZED by how many rows of stickers, pages, and trinkets they had for this hobby.. I just might have to look in to it (what would I scrapbook about? my love of shopping? cats?.. totally cats. ha)

At first I was totally overwhelmed by it all but I quickly gained my sea-scrapbooking-legs and got down to it. After choosing all my supplies, and great stickers (total must-have!) I stumbled upon this baby.. THE SHARPIE STAND. I'm not sure how many of you all have a realtionship with sharpies like I do.. but I love 'em. I'm also strictly devoted to their pens... So you can just start calling me "Sharpie Girl" if you'd like.. but not really. I hate that name -SO scratch that. But you guys would be AMAZED (or maybe not if you've seen something like this before..) by how many sizes of sharpies there are! SHARPIES AS BIG AS MY HEAD! (I mighhhtt be exaggerating there.. haha) But frealz, they're huge and I never knew they came in that big of sizes! #learnsomethingneweveryday

I came home soon after my extravagant (not to mention expensive) Michaels trip, and was ready to start my shot book page! With 7 types of paper, 2 packages of stickers, multicolored glitter, and a really (REALLY) cool glue pen, I dove in.

Annie's 5-Step Directions to the Perfect Shotbook Page:

Step 1: Figuring out how the heck you want to do it.

I first had to come up with a theme, something unique to me and the birthday girl!

Luckily she and I have spent the last two spring breaks in mexico together - so Mexico was a given theme. I started by making the background into the mexican flag, minus the middle emblem.

Step 2: What is spring break without the beach?

I decided it would be cool to have the flag as the sky, and put a beach and ocean at the bottom!

(of course the ocean had to be that beautiful blue color, its my favorite #tiffanyblueobsessed) I recommend drawing out the shape of the ocean and sand before you cut, it makes it MUCH easier 

(and do it in pencil! ha)

I glued down the ocean layer first, and then the sand layer, so they are each an individual piece of paper.

Step 3: Sunshine, stickers, and a bunch of glitter!

Again, what is spring break without sun?!(miserable.. thats what..) So I used this cool textured paper and the glitter sand paper to make the sun in the corner. Then I made a little umbrella to go with the chair sticker in the bottom corner, I think it turned out pretty well if I do say so myself :) Next I went out on a whim and outlined the ocean waves in glitter. BE WARNED this was close to impossible to do, the glitter was small and got everywhere. I quickly decided it would be pretty treacherous to also outline the sand and sun in glitter.. count me out! (I don't want to clean that mess up.. pshh) 

Step 4: Include the information card (and other cool sticker, duhz)

What is a shot book page without a place to write:

What kind of shot

What time you took it

Who you took it with

and Your drunken signature

For this I took some of the paper I used for the umbrella and put it behind a neon orange note card with a white note card on top where I wrote the information. I thought it was fun to add a little dimension and texture to where she'll write everything down!

Step 5: Glue on pictures and write quotes!

If you're taking the time to make a shotbook page for your friend, or if you've even been asked to do so, it's obvious that you two have a special bond - so why not personalize the page!?

I included pictures of me and the birthday girl. One of us and our moms on SB the first year, and one of us at a decades fraternity informal!(wanted to clarify it was decades, because NO I would not wear that dress on a normal night out, and I borrowed it from one of my lovely roommates - but I have to admit my peace sign earrings were pretty groovy.. lolz) I finished the page off with the page number/shot number I was making, and quotes that only she and I would understand from our Mexican adventures! (granted when she's drunk she prolllyy won't really be focusing on them/understand them anyway.. #Imeanshewillbe21 #andthebirthdaygurll) 

This was a really fun project to work on, and it allowed me to show my friend how much I care about her and to have a happy birthday!

(once she sees the book of course, it's a surprise and she doesn't know she's getting one!)

Now go forth my young shotbookers and find a newly 21 year old to make a page for!

(or just go wander your local craft store - its just the same amount of fun haha)

PS: Thoughts? Think she'll like it? 

(I REALLY REALLY REALLY hope she's not reading my blog.. haha)

Happy Friday, have a good weekend, and I'll be back on Monday :)

And that is the mission I send you on.. minus the drugs.. and anything that might get you killed.

So essentially, scratch that, be safe, don't talk to strangers, don't take candy from strangers, and mix your own drinks, ladies. #wordsofwisdom

PS: Great giveaway at Sweet Southern Prep - Ends at midnight on 10.29 - So scurry over there and gather some entries!

Wednesday Loving I'm What... Yoda.

I constantly get tired of simply titling these WILW posts "What I'm Loving this Wednesday!"

So I thought I'd mix it up.. (Disclaimer: I have never seen Starwars #shocking! But one time my brother tried to force me to watch it.. I was like 3, of course he was going to fail, such a dumb adolescent boy. haha)

Also: On a side note - Here's a story that only further hilights how strange I am..

I'm currently making a shot-book page for one of my friends (more on that on Thursday), and when I got home from Michaels (Obvi I had to go spend tons of moolahh on crafting supplies..) no one else was home but the dog.. and I walked in the door and said to myself "lets get down to business.." so I obviously had to continue that phrase with "TO DEFEAT THE HUNS".. then I continued to sing the rest of the song to my dog - I think this fall break thing has really done wonders for my social life..

But really.. Lets get down to business... 

(yup, now you want to say it don't you? Well I'll do it, "TO DEFEAT THE HUNS!" you can thank me later, oh and you can also thank me for getting that song stuck in your head.. #oops?)

1. I'm totally loving making this shot-book page!

For those of you who don't know what a shot-book is feel free to click here (what it is) or here (for a how-to) and enlighten yourself! Now these pages are supposed to be fun.. and well I'm going to be really honest here, I'm a slightly obsessive crafter. Like you want a craft done? I'll be the first to volunteer. I'm always the one that wants to draw announcements in chalk for the respective clubs I'm in at school.. and I may or may not miss the really crafty (Think poster presentations and fictional "journals") projects of high school. So ultimately, this shot book page has taken me most of the day (#embarrassing #perfectionist) and it's been one of the most fun days of my fall break! hahaha (Don't worry, there will be a post on the page on Thursday!)

2. The colder weather! 

(I'm like really upset that the title of this #2 won't center.. Get it together blogger!)

This may seem totally absurd seeing as most people hate for the fall weather to come strolling in - but lets be real, how many of you can't wait to pull on your wellie boots, your bean boots, your patagonias and smart wool socks? I know I'm one of those people! I just think after awhile the warm weather gets a little old - as in I stop getting excited about being able to wear my fun colored J.Crew shorts and my uniform quickly becomes norts and t-shirts.. thats never a good look. So CHEERS to being able to see your breath and seat heaters in our cars!

Yup, I laughed at myself as I made this #myownbiggestfan

3. Blankets.. specifically this one.

Another totally absurd thing about me, if you didn't already gather it from #2, I L-O-V-E the cold! Both inside and outside I love being cold. I mean when you're cold you can always put on more layers, but if you're too hot.. whelp, being naked isn't always acceptable haha. Thus, my house is kept at a frigid temperature (like 67 - 69 at most, I know, my mom and I are psychotic) and I find myself constantly snuggling up in either my down comforter or this fluffy baby from target.

I was hesitant to spend $50-some dollars on a simple blanket, but it was easily the best investment of my college career - just ask the girls that live with me at school, we're all constantly curled up underneath it on the couch! Plus it's Shabby Chic, so essentially it's stylish, right? hahaha

I don't love Miley/Hannah, or whatever she's being called these days, (Do we even know her real identity?!) very much, for reasons unknown...- but this quote fits me to a tee haha - Oh and it's extra large, taking up your entire screen, because I want you to be able to read the script at the bottom.. So thoughtful, I know :) haha

4. My new socks from J.Crew!

Yes, I am so lame that I bought really cool and comfy socks from J.Crew yesterday - what can you do, "haters gon' hate" (aka: my mother and father who find the purchase frivolous..) I'm wearing these babies today, and my little tootsies aren't the slightest bit chilly. Plus I'm totally counting on these guys to look great with my bean boots and my new fryes (and leggings, because yes ladies, sometimes leggings can be pants #gasp!)

5. One last lame thing: The Mumford and Sons biography
(and their music of course!)

Okay, there is a story behind this I promise!

As I've been writing this post, and making the shot book page, my mom and I have been in the kitchen jamming to Mumford & Sons (naturally..) - and she asked me where they were from because their accents are so strong. 

Me, being the tech-savy gal I am, googled (ha SO tech-savy) Mumford & Sons and came upon their biography on their website. Let me just say it is BEAUTIFULLY written - I am not a terrible writer, I wouldn't say I'm the best, but reading their biography had both mine and my mom's jaws on the ground it is so amazingly written.. So if you like reading stories or biographies (about musicians we all love, obvi!) with wonderfully detailed adjectives that only add to the picturesque descriptions of this band - then click here and read on :)

Ps: Favorite line:

How can you NOT love that?

Okay, thats it for this Wednesday - back to my shot-book fun!

Everyone else have stuff their loving this wednesday?

Feel free to share!

Or any shot book page making experience? I'd LOVE advice :)

Aaand just because I had this song stuck in my head while writing this entire post:

I've returned...y'all..

I'm back! I've converted to a Texas girl, I now only wear cowboy boots with my shorts, skirts, and dresses. I use y'all as much as possible and I am hell bent on dressing up in burnt orange for all college football games and tailgates - and I throw up the hook 'em horns at any appropriate moment. Plus, my future boyfriend, or should I say #fratdaddy, is only allowed to call me "Darlin'" (with the 'g' dropped off the end of course!)

So.. Raise your hand if you know I'm totally and completely full of... it.

Sadly, all who raised their hands are right. 

Although I would love to gain some Southern influence, I just can't abandon my Midwestern roots over a 4 day trip...

But lets be honest, if I could use y'all here and have it be socially acceptable, I SO would.

(I also don't mind being called Darlin' as much as I thought I would.. and I mean I wouldn't argue if required to dress up for tailgates/games.. WAIT. HAVE I CONVERTED?)

Nope, false alarm. (I know, because I love the currently chilling temperature of 47 degrees in Indy right now)

Regardless of if I'm a convert or not, I had a wonderful time and have returned with tons of stories! (Naturally..)

First things first - My RentTheRunway dress was a total success! 

It arrived on time, in the perfect size, and looked stunning! (if I do say so myself..)

And gosh, am I so thankful for that. I wasn't quite sure what I was going to do if the dress didn't work.. 

Last minute floor-length dress shopping at Nordstrom? Saks? Breaking my bank account?

Luckily none of the above was necesscary! PLUS the dress transported perfectly, no wrinkles coming out of the suitcase.. what more could a girl want!?

Next big moment? Why of course my mother managed to find a friend of our family in Texas with a 24 year old son. And of course within seconds they had decided that he and I would be PERFECT for each other.. Oh the perks of being a single college girl.. If they don't feel sorry for me, they decide to fix me up... Now this didn't work out terribly, I got a new friend out of the deal! Turns out this boy was in fact, EXTREMELY cute, had a great personality and was hilarious.. Too bad he had a history with another girl at the wedding, and even though the three of us spend most of the wedding together - I couldn't quite get over their constant whispering and giggling.. #rough. Oh well, great guy, nice to meet him - prollllyyy won't facebook friend him, but always a good experience rigghhtt? (not to mention, he cleaned up nicely in tux and Vineyard Vines cummerbund and bow tie..)

OH. and he continuously called me 'Darlin' and whenever my glass of champagne was low, he was the first to bring me another.. talk about a boy with manners!

The wedding! It was lovely, the bride and groom looked wonderful and genuinely happy (which is always a plus..) But wanna know the best part of the wedding? Throughout the ENTIRE, like every time his name was mentioned, the minister called Alex (the groom) A.L.E.C! It was terrible, both because it was embarrassing, and because it was practically impossible for my me and my cousins to stifle our laughter. Even when the groom said , "I ALEX take Kimberly to be my wife.." (or however it goes), the minister followed with, "Do you Kimberly take Alec to be your husband.." - #areyousureyourequalifiedforthis? #areweoncandidcamera? 

End of story, It was a great wedding with tons of food, drinks, and dancing - plus I got to see my dad clean up nicely in a tux - what a handsome man :) 

(ps: Sorry about crappy iPhone quality pictures..)

It was also great to see the fam, considering the fact that I very rarely get to see the Dallas part of our family (yes I am aware I wrote dallas, my fam's from Dallas, and they came to the wedding in Houston).

And with seeing the family comes the wonderful pattern of eating out for every meal!

We ate at some SCRUMPTIOUS restaurants. So if you all are ever in Houston/Rice Village do NOT, do you hear me? DO NOT hesitate to eat at either Hungrys (in Rice Village) or Ruggles Green.

Both delicious, organic, and have wonderful menus with someone for everyone to eat.

(Plus Ruggles Green had a plethora of desert choices.. Who wouldn't love that? The domino cake was TDF!)

All in all? Successful weekend!

Everyone else have fun this weekend? - granted it is Tuesday...

WILW

Yess! It's wednesday! Humpday-Hooorraay!

(I totally meant for that entire thing to rhyme..)

It's that time again: What I'm in love with this Wednesday.. 

Get ready (like you might want to put on a helmet) it's such an exciting list.

My trip to Houston...

This weekend, aka: my fall break, I will be prancing (yes, like Rudolph and the other reindeer) off to the ever exciting city of Houston Texas!

This midwestern girl is looking forward to a taste of the Southern life. Even better? I'm not just going down there for fun, I'm attending the wedding of a family friend - oh, and did I mention it's Black Tie - so no biggie, but I get to wear a floor length dress - but... I'M SO EXCITED!

Ps: TOTALLY what my closet looks like..

Nude Tory Burch Flats...

I can't be the only one that has wandered across the perfect shoe for fall.. wait, pretty sure it's perfect for all seasons... But: the Tory Burch Reva Logo Flat in Royal Tan is TDF, and I'm just going to come out and say it.. Those shoes NEED to get in my closet. I think they'd really get along well with my others (oh yes I do mean: "Will these new Tory's get along with the other shoes in my closet, as in becoming friends?" I'm strange and I know it.)- I mean such a nude color couldn't be that invasive, and I gaurentee it would look FLAWLESS with dark jeans and a light heather colored sweater (hint: J. Crew Betsy sweater) - Is everyone else on the nude flat train with me? Thoughts?

The 31 Days of Halloween on the SYFY channel...

This is a strange one to add to the list but I can't avoid it, my roomates and I have been glued to the T.V screen watching TERRIBLE, like really, terrible, horror movies - and to think this goes on for a whole 'nother 19 days? Oh baby, I'm excited.

(Sunday night Swimmer Smanger, Wedding Watcher, and I all watched one called "Chain Letter"- and if you're looking for a terribly acted, terribly scripted, and terribly shot horror movie (or just a good laugh) this is definitely the one for you... Plus Nicki Reed from the Twilight movies is in it, so you KNOW it's a winner. Disclaimer: I have nothing against Twilight, you twi-hards, but you have to admit the books are 10x better than the movies..)

The iOS5 update for my iPhone...

Recently I've been getting a little tired of my iPhone (GASP, I know, right?) but I just can't stop missing my Bberry with its pressable buttons and lack of complicated functions. But today I was boppin around on twitter, tumblr, and Facebook (and any other social networking sites I could get my hands on) and kept seeing mention of this iOS5 update. So naturally, as any 21st century girl would do, I googled it. OH BABY - so many cool new things for the iPhone - I had to download it ASAP.
Downside? It took like an hour to update my phone - I got real bored haha.
Upside? It has tons of new features like:

1. iMessage: Like bbm for iPhones, iPads, and iPods

2. The notification center: New e-mail, texts, tweets, friend requests etc. all show up at the top of the screen now so you don't have to interrupt what you're doing!

3. Reminders: It's like a totally acceptable way to create an OCD to-do list.. what's not to love?

LADIES! If you've got an iPhone, and an hour to do nothing.. get 'er done.. you won't regret it.

My outfit today 

(Yes I'm slightly vain, or just proud I put together a cordinated outfit, and have put myself on my WILW list.. #whosabiggirl dressing herself..)

As I mentioned earlier I bought a brown patagonia vest (came in the mail this week) and purchased a new J.Crew tartan shirt (Both of which Sara previously owned.. I know, best friend syndrome)

Whelp, I put those two things together today with my favorite pair of seven skinnies and grey toms - and I feel like a total sassafras. GO ME! (jkz, not THAT vain.) Plus I never do OOTD so I thought this one would be nice haha

So that's it for this wednesday

(And yes, in case you were going to enquire, I had TONS of fun making this post haha)

Now off to devote my life to precolonial African civilizations - indeed, it is as much fun as it sounds..

Everyone else? What are you loving?

Good apps? Songs? or (God forbid..) Clothing?
Keep me posted - you know I LOVE to hear from you all :)

News: Weekend Update

I think this is going to become a weekly thing

Y'know? Like every monday I'll just give you guys a brief synopsis of my probably EXTREMELY eventful weekend (uh.. yah hahaha) 

Sadly, this is not going to be one of those EXTREMELY eventful weekends..

To sum up the rest of the post (if you just want to stop reading here, feel free): I went home.

Hahaha I decided I'd like to go home because although my fall break is next week, I'll be spending most of my time in Houston for a wedding of a family friend! (but that's a story for another post!)

So I was able to go home, chill out, bring home summer stuff and exchange it for fall stuff, and most importantly, I was able to get some shopping in.. naturally. 

Let's get to it!

Thursday:

I got home around 3 and little did I know, both of my parents had plans to ditch me for the night (thanks mom and dad) but I, being the big 21-year-old I am, went out to the bars and got CuHrAZZiii drunk.. Just kidding muhahaha instead I came up with a fun alternate plan - Bake pumpkin spice cake balls, of course! Let me just tell you, this was great fun haha I went to the grocery store to get all of the supplies (mind you, I decided I wanted to make these while I was at the grocery store - I was hoping Kroger would provide for some really great inspiration.. embarrassing - #mrsinthemaking) and I of course couldn't find the canned pumpkin - who knew it was in the baking aisle not the "Canned fruit and vegetable" aisle, I think they need to think about their logic there - but they didn't ask me, soo.. end of story, I found all that I needed. Now, this ended up being a like 3 hour endeavor, but my mom provided solid company as she hovered and claimed she "couldn't eat an entire cake-ball but would love some crumbs.." - Of course Mom, anything for you! Great time had by all - and I recommend making them if you have any free time! They turned out great.

(I got back to school with them and swimmer smanger had two immediately, nbd.)

Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Balls

(Then I watched four episodes of Modern Family and one of The New Girl - just me alone in my lovely bed - best night EVER)

Friday: 

This was damage day for sure - Did I go shopping alone? With no one to tell me not to buy things? You betcha I did. Was it a terrible idea? Of course, I could have told you that before I even left for the mall!

First purchase: (from Ulta)

Why new hair products of course! Better yet? It was buy two get one free for Redkin (my favorite!)

1. Blown Away 09 Blow-Dry Gel - Oh my goodness, this is an amazing product. I don't have very thick hair, but this doesn't weigh my hair down, and it cuts down drying time by like 3 minutes. Not to mention it smells lovely!

2. Extreme Anti-Snap  I can't be the only one out there who has the problem of their hair constantly being so brittle at the ends that it just snaps off? (Plus, its totally fun to pick at in class.. #gross?)

Well this stuff is supposed to help that - not sure if it does yet cosidering the fact I've only owned it for about 3 days.. But I have full faith in it! (I'll keep you updated) 

Next downfall? 

Nordstrom, J.Crew, LuLu Lemon: I mean how can I go to the mall and NOT wander into Nordstrom? Its bright lights and enticing bright colors? I just couldn't avoid it. I was greeted by the shoes and boots but had to shield my eyes.. JKZ. I totally browsed haha AND found shoes for the wedding next weekend (brought Dad back the next day for those babies, I framed them as a "necessity" for the wedding.. he crumbled at that. Oh what a negotiator I am!) then wandered upstairs to the "Juniors section" - I mean I might not be a junior, but lets be real, the prices are always lower there #collegestudentbudget. Naturally I found a sweater. Im gonna be honest. I'm still not sure if it's ugly. But the tags are off so I better like it. #whitegirlproblems  - Next wandered over to J.Crew, I barely made it out alive, but one sweater later (with a student discount, waddupp!) and I survived. And LuLu Lemon? Also unavoidable, scraped by there with merely a yoga pant purchase (not to mention, an ON SALE yoga pant purchase #win)

1. Betsy Sweater 2. Lush Nordic Cardigan 3. LuLu Lemon Astro Pant (tall) 4. Ivanka Trump 'Gurdia' Pump

Saturday:

Woke up real early (think 9AM early... rough.) and had breakfast with an old friend at Petite Chou in Broadripple. It was great to see her, but we sat outside - I wasn't quite prepared for it.. Picture me: Running shorts, DePauw T-shirt, Flipflops, 60 Degrees - Good thinking, Annie. Regardless it was great to play catch-up and my meal was fantastic! I had a crêpe with scrambled eggs and cheese inside and cinnamon sugar toast, totally worth waking up so early! 

I spent the rest of Saturday hanging out with my Dad - Great time haha I convinced him to go back to the mall which is always hilarious. His leaving comment?: 

(we had been there for like an hour.. such a short time) 

"Annie, I think I've had enough retail until Christmas" 

Thats my dad, such a shopper. That night I did my laundry (can't manage to do it at school, long trek with a laundry bag? Count me out) and he and I ordered Bazbeaux pizza, and we watched one of the many Law & Order: SVU marathons - he was hooked, he barely made it to bed by his 10PM bed time. Poor guy, couldn't get enough of Stabler and Oliva  #crimeshowproblems

Sunday:

BIG DAY! The Container Store was open and Sara was home! We made plans on Saturday night, so we wouldn't miss valuable Container Store time. Picked her up at around 12 and we were in the store ASAP. We didn't buy anything (damn lines being too long) but as Sara famously quoted, 

"Think of the garage organization opportunities! Once we have a garage of course.."

-Always thinking ahead Sara, great job haha

Then we headed over to the mall (was it my third time at the mall this weekend? Nope. My fourth. I left out one time because I thought you all would be concerned for me..) and had some lunch in the food court (bad choice. Chewy chicken killed it.) and went back to J.Crew and Nordstrom - whaddya know!

And I, of course, purchased more - It's official, you all can say it - I HAVE A PROBLEM. But I'm really going to stop. I ended up with two beautiful purchases, and went back to school a happy girl.

1. J.Crew Perfect Plaid Shirt 2. Ms.Sara 3. Frye 'Melissa Button' Boot

If you read this entire thing? I salute you, and love you.

If you didn't? I don't blame you. I rambled. 

How was everyone else's weekends?

Exciting stuff? Embarrassing moments? Good shopping finds?

Feel free to share :)

Hope everyone has survived Monday and is ready for Tuesday! I know I am - one day closer to fall break!

The Last Thing I Need...

...Is to place another online shopping order at Forever21.

Let me just tell you - never before have I been an online shopper:

A. I hate waiting for my stuff to arrive 

(I might sound like a brat but I want it right here right now- 

especially if the money is already missing from my bank account!)

B. What if the stuff I ordered doesn't fit!? Too big? Too small? Keeps me up at night worrying

(jkzzz, that'd be pathetic..)

C. If my stuff doesn't fit/I don't like it  - I hate having to go through the hassle of sending it back, and often just end up keeping things I don't like 

(talk about a waste of mooolahh)

But I can't seem to stay away from that ever looming "New Arrivals" section - I mean how can you NOT click on it? Who knows what wonderful (not to mention cheap) finds could be under that tab!

So sometimes, I just have to do it! I just have to click, and how much harm can one click do? Whelp.. In my case, sitting in my bed yesterday, a WHOLE lot of damage. (although, good news is I haven't purchased yet.. Just eyeing..)

When you click on that tab, you know that feeling you get when you're shopping and you're just thinking to yourself: "Gosh I hope I find something thats just TDF cute and all my friends tell me how great of a find it was and it looks like its from anthropologie, but really it's from forever21 and cost me 10 dollars..." haha okay, maybe that's only me - but it happens every time!

I alway start with "New Arrivals - Apparel - Tops"

First thing to catch my eye? This pesky little "shirt-cardigan-blazer" thing.. Aka: Shawl Neckline Cardigan

I own one similar to it, but its navy and patterned with small dot/flower things, so lord knows I need another one, another PLAIN one - because I totally know I have some patterned tank tops that would look superb under that baby. AND the price tag is a measly $14.50 - Can't say I hate it. OH and best part? It comes in three fabulous colors: This navy/grey, black, and nude.

Of course I found my way to another shirt that I've decided I can't live without, it's what they, at F21, call a Trapeze Silhouette Top - I mean how great would this baby look over a tight "bandeau" (thats what they're called right?) skirt!? And not to mention it's long sleeved so its perfect for the fall/winter months! ANNDD only $13.50? Yup. My kinda shopping. Oh, and did I forget to mention it comes in 3 great fall colors? (Red, Pumpkin, and Black)

Moving on to: "New Arrivals - Apparel - Dresses"

Totally my even bigger weakness, because as it turns into fall I can't help but start to imagine all of my dresses making the transition into the new season with black tights and boots.. This Pleated Colorblock Dress fits perfectly into that category - maybe more in the navy than the red - but I do think the red would look lovely in the summer! Better get on that one now.. Oh even though the price tag gets a bit steeper on these babies, $28.90, I think its totally worth the investment.

...and of course there's another dress that falls perfectly into the fall line-up!

This Abstract Print Dress could go summer/spring when needed, and fall when necesscary!

I can't get enough of it - with a pair of nice dark frye boots and maybe gray tights/leggings? Get in my closet now! And even cheaper than the dress above! Only $24.80. Yes, its true. I think I need it, no wait, I KNOW I need it. 

Last but not least, you definitely can't miss the "New Arrivals - Accessories" section! Its obvi the most important one - don't they say the accessories make the outfit? Okay, maybe not, but I totally believe it sometimes!

First: This braided watch? TDF. Perfect casual transition from my heavy silver Michael Kors - I mean you can't wear that baby all the time - too much of a fashion statement - But I think this one could transfer easily between casual class time and frat/bar time! (hahah yes I am using "time" to talk about a watch, no pun initially intended, but now it totally is) and at $12.80? I'd be willing to pay that much to be on time! 

Next is the, what I call a bit of a beautiful bag (even though it probably smells like plastic and will most likely start to break after a few wears..) or the Pebbled Leatherette Tote Bag. It seems to be flawless, and the perfect size.. But I'm always slightly weary about F21's bags.. they tend to be.. well... They just tend to range in quality haha But I would LOVE for this one to hold up.. and with a price tag of $32.80 I would hope it does! I mean I'd probably be willing to us this one of my off days from my Zara bag, of course! 

Do you guys have any site you just can't avoid for online shopping? I'd love to branch out haha

Happy Thursday!

Tomorrow is Friday, Friday, Friday - Gettin' down on Friday, Partyin' Partyin' YEAH

(Is that whole Friday song/metion a little old? Hope not, because every time I say "Friday" that little ditty pops in my head - totally what Rebecca black was going for.

PS: Remix of that lovely song:

Its fine, I was totally addicted all through August..

WILW

Today's WILW might be a bit of a mix.. But I'm okay with that.

PS: I was going through my Tune In Tuesday with Swimmer Smanger last night and I realized.. It consisted of a large portion of boy band songs.. Oops haha #channelingthe90s

This wednesday I'm loving:

Kourtney Kardashian

I know the rest of the nation bows down to Kim Kardashian and her extreme beauty, but I can't help to love another sister. Kourtney just seems to have her act together, not to mention she doesn't hog the cameras, and is always photographed with Mason (who could easily be the cutest baby EVER) which I think is precious. Plus, her outfits are always TDF and much more understated than Kim's - which I can completely appreciate. I also really like the fact that not everything is about her body, I feel like all the media does is attack Kim for her large.. behind.. and her curves, and Kim is always talking about it - but Kourtney has a great post-baby bod and isn't as focused on it #powertoher

(Like really? He is just too cute! Think Kourtney or Scott would mind if I stole him? Just for like a few days?)

This Tumblr Find:

I was on tumblr late last night (what's new) and I ran across this picture. I think it portrays an extremely important message, and really shows how critical girls/women are on their own bodies and how we're focused on the exact wrong thing, health should be the main focus not physical appearance or men's preference. 

My new Patagonia Retro-X Vest (it's in the mail!

I can not even begin to explain how excited I am for this to arrive! Although I did have some troubles with ordering it.. OH WELL. I'm already imagining all of the lovely things I'm going to wear it with, currently a couple J.Crew button ups are on the lineup, along with some comfy long sleeved t-shirts. Does anyone else own this? Reviews of it?

Sex and The City quotes on Tumblr:

no explanation needed.

And Lastly: Miles (because he decided my blog needed to be more interesting, aka: Involve him)

He also doesn't want to be portrayed as my best friend, he'd rather be called "just this douchebag brah"- so yup, I chose the picture that went along best with that title. Oh and I haven't seen him in 4 months - So I do kind of miss him. #friendswhostudyabroadproblems

That's it! 

What are you all loving this wednesday?

Tune In Tuesday!

My first order of business... This story:

I am a girl who LOVES to eat. You know how some people have just a sweet tooth, or only love salty foods? Well I'm both. And the other night I decided that I had a serious craving for Mike and Ikes - so I bopped on over and got some and proceeded to eat them in my bed. 

Whelp - I should have known that was a bad idea, because for the past three nights/mornings I've found Mike and Ikes scattered in my sheets/comforter. Guess thats the problem with loving candy. 

#latenightsnacking

Just can't get enough of those pink ones!

Next? Why Tune in Tuesday of course!

1. Ego - Beyonce : Okay, I know this one is a throw back, but it will ALWAYS be a great song ha

2. Want To Be Real - Chris August : May have some religious undertones, but I love it nonetheless

3. Lose My Mind - The Wanted : British Boy Band? Why not.

4. All Time Low - The Wanted : And they made the list twice.. must be good!

5. Best Thing I Never Had - Beyonce : Lindsye and I may or may not have jammed out to this at least 20 times on Friday night..

6. This City - Patrick Stump (ft. Lupe Fiasco) : Great to get ready to or pregame to

7. I Like How It Feels- Enrique Iglesais : Found it on the side of youtube.. haha I'm not sure how I feel about it yet - let me know

8. Be With You - Akon : Akon never gets old. 

9. Your Love (Remix) - Chris Brown : C-C-C-C-uff Yo Chick. 

10. How To Love (Remix) - Justin Bieber : HOW COULD IT NOT MAKE THE LIST!?

11. Stuttering - The Friday Night Boys : I'm hoping to be able to style my hair like the lead singer's one day..

12. Hey Mama! - Eddy B & Tim Gunter : This was more of a summer anthem for me, but it's a happy song to listen to no matter the season
13. Lightening - The Wanted : I obvi can't get enough of them British boizzz

14. Blame It On September - All Star Weekend : Truth? I have a serious, serious, S-E-R-I-O-U-S crush on the lead singer.. now I'm off to google his age. Nbd. 
(Just watch him in the music video.. it will explain EVERYTHING)

Thoughts on this weeks list? Any suggestions for additions?

Until next time friends!

Cheers to the Freakin' Weekend..

Yes, I am so cliché that I decided to quote Rhianna as my post title, am I embarrassed? A little bit. Did I sing this song a ton this weekend? Definitely. And since it was an over-all good weekend, I thought I'd attribute it to Ms.. (Well, what's her last name again? Do we even know?).
And since I've got a bunch to do tonight I'm only going to be able to provide you guys with a weekend re-cap! But TTT is a definite tomorow!

Friday Night: Lindsye came for a visit! So fun - gotta love having friends from other schools here, not to mention Sara was here last weekend.. do I always have someone visiting me? Maybe. #sorryimnotsorry

Point being: Lindsye and I went out - like I actually made it to a party. Now don't get me wrong, I LOVE to go out, but my main issue is this semester I haven't actually had the time to go out - I'm taking somehow (even though they're both 100 level) impossible courses #thanksDPU and I've had to devote my weekend nights to staying on top of those. BUT we did manage to have a bit of fun, we bopped from a Beta live out to Sigma Chi where we discovered a new real cool way to drink a beer: Flabongo - Yup, get excited. It's exactly what you think:

Always gotta turn to Urbandictionary on these things..

Good news, one of my friends (totally not giving them away) did it like a champ.
It was an experience to say the least - but super exciting.
Of course I was asked to do it next - but I must admit that my chugging skills are not up to par, and I'm a lightweight so I stayed away from this beer-filled pink bird that evening.

It was a little warm by the end,
so I had to resort to my hair up, how sad!

Moving on to: Saturday Night
(wait, what!? I went out two nights in a row? I know. It's slightly bizarre..)
It was parents weekend, so of course my mom (not dad, he had an extremely important tennis tournament.. Thanks dad, try and get a bit more waspy on me ha) made it to the oh so lovely tailgate, and oh so nicely declined a keystone or natty light..so I offered her some Cherry Kamchatka... again, she said no... Oh mother - you've got so much to learn/re-learn about college! Haha it was a great time having all the parents there - and even better, Lindsye was along for the ride!
That evening there was a bit of a cocktail party/small gathering at Beta for the guys, their parents, and their dates of choice. I was one of the lucky ones to get invited, along with my roommate and of course tons of other females. It was a lovely time, I even had my fair share of champagne from the champagne fountain! (maybe a little too much of a share..) How crazy. Over all: I was home by 12, eating mac and cheese (naturally, can't go a night without some instant easy-mac...) and in bed by 12:30 (I like to stick to my schedules)!

 Ultimately, Friday and Saturday were both wins, but unfortunately Sunday was a fail for me - I had to take some "recovery time" for myself before I could hop back into the real world, aka: the library and homework. 

Thats it and Happy Monday all!
I hope you can keep your sanity this Monday - Friday is only four days away!

Ps: Thank you to everyone who commented on my last post! 11 comments was super fun to come home to :) I promise I'll get back to them all ASAP and I look forward to checking out new blogs!

OH! I FORGOT TO TELL YOU: I approached my mother with the idea of purchasing the Zara bag mentioned in last post? Oh yah, she and I are going to go "mother-daughter" split on it. Aka: We're going to "share" the price and "share" the purse.. I hope she knows she's signing on to just me boppin around with it.. haha