Thrifted Thursday: The Grey Pumps

As we've discussed before, dressing up in the mountains is hard. Straying from the flannel dress code gets you stares and points alike. But I'm a rebel, and rebels do what they want. So for today's Thrifted Thursday, I present to you the grey pumps.

I found these babies for $4 at For Pet's Sake last summer. The low, kitten heel makes them comfy enough for extended wear and the grey color makes them a perfect neutral for any outfit. I've paired them countless times, in countless ways, in the comfort of my room. But why no public appearance you ask? Because I'm a liar, not a rebel and I am afraid of the stares and points that will certainly ensue after I a) bust my heeled ass on ice or b) wear this impractical shoe amongst the sea of practical, shoe-wearing, mountain peeps.

The truth hurts, but somebody's gotta know.

Deck pic, because my room's carpet just doesn't do them justice.

Stems. Long and lean?

Toe cleav = kinky.

This One's For My Brother

Today is, my little brother, Zach's 22nd birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BROTHIE!!!

I just want to say how thankful I am for the little bro I have. Through all the Saturday morning remote control fights, all of my our evil pranks and tricks, all of our full-blown screaming matches and all of our take-down battles, I can still say I am the luckiest sister on the planet. I am so thankful that you are in my life Zachy and I love you with all of my heart. Thanks for sticking around.

In honor of Zach's 22nd birthday, I have composed 22 reasons/memories/things that I love about him. You may not understand them all, but he will. Check it:

jumping on the trampoline together
your thick and curly hair (I've always been jealous)
hilarious and sarcastic wit
elvis dance
tricking you out of money (becausewe all know that two $1 bills is more than one $5 bill...)
kind and generous heart
dinosaur sleeping bag (and what wasn't underneath...)
couch vaulting
2 broken arms, at the same time
saturday morning remote control fights
how easy to talk to you are
you always listen to me (even when I go on and on and on and...)
Beauuuuty and the Beast
being roommates (do you even remember that)
bunk beds
your honesty, mostly ;)
the minivan- your middle row, my back row
AZ roadtrips
swimming (you are a fish)
your ears
your Christmas card (that I made you make me)
just plain, old you

Every day we hustlin,' circa '06.

We are reindeer! Circa '10

We are so, obviously related. Circa last summer.

Classic LBD

Remember last Friday, when I told you guys about Marchesa for JCPenny? Well, after further inspection, I have concluded that within this collection is the most perfect, timeless, classic LBD ever. I love its high neckline that says classic. I love its deep v-back that says sexy, yet elegant. I love its fitted waist and back bow that says modern. I love its short and flirty length. I love its perfection. And for only $70 (is that cheap?) it can be yours. Buy it now ladies, before its gone.

Beach Bod

Have I told you that I'm going to the Virgin Islands on April 8th? I am! Woop woop! I'm so excited! I can't wait to swim in the ocean, eat fresh seafood and get my tan on!

However, there is one problem and it's a bad one. It's like that abusive boyfriend that you know is bad for you, but you just can't stay away from. Its name? Dessert. Why must I love it so? My thighs certainly don't love it. Nor does my booty. Dessert is totally getting in the way of the beach body I want will have. So I made an executive decision. Today I decided that Dessert and I shall only have relations once three times per week (which is really cutting back for me- I pretty much find a way to eat dessert after every meal).

It's going to be hard. Really hard. I need you to keep me accountable. If I post a dessert recipe (for Cinnamon Sugar Donuts, like I plan to tomorrow), you must tell me I'm bad. You must remind me NOT to put that sugary, buttery goodness in my mouth. Whisper beach body in my ear and reinforce that goal. Help me guys, this is really going to be a tough one.








P.S. All Photos from Daily Dishonesty, a new, favorite blog about the "lovely little lies" we tell ourselves. (She also sells most of her prints! I'm thinking about this one...)

P.P.S. I wish I could tone without the gym. But I doubt it. Damn shit.

Friday Link Love

Happy March! I'm excited because I just found out that daylight savings is less than 2 weeks away! Hooray for longer days and more sunshine. In other news, I woke up with a cold on Thursday and am now experiencing a congestion/soar throat/headache hell. Good mood gone. The pre-sick plan for the weekend was to take advantage of the gorgeous weather we are supposed to have (mid 40s!) with a hike with the puppy, but I'll probably end up on my couch looking like this. In the meantime, enjoy my Friday link love!


Mountains [Tetons, WY: where I shall have a house one day].


Mode [Oscars best and worst dressed].


Best $15-and-under wines.


How to shoot a style post.


Marchesa for JCPenny


One of my favorites has been killing it lately. Loving this blazer and this shirt.


Do you have a budget?


March 1st in history...


A new favorite, local blog.


Real life, roommate, case-studies.


Paris fashion week street style (loving the Nikes in the last slide).


Dear Jennifer Lawrence: You are my new favorite.


^^^and I think your new boyfriend should be...


A touching story with a happy ending.


Pantone Pairings.