been an awful good girl...

This year, I would be really happy should I find these items under the tree....

necklace, slippers, watch, tripod, exfoliator, tea kettle, toms

Fall Fashion Wishlist

Fall is by far, my favorite time of year. The crisp air. Sweaters. Scarves. Boots. Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Football. Apple & Pumpkin picking. Thanksgiving. Need I say more?

So, after the dog days of Summer, I look forward to that first crisp day when I can pull on my jeans, 

and a sweater or scarf walking out the door.

Here are some of the fashions I'm really excited about this fall:

Boots:

1. Target, 2. Isaac Mizrahi, 3. Cole Haan, 4. Steve Madden

Sweaters:

1. Gap 2. H&M 3. H&M 4. Gap

Blazers:

1. JCrew 2. H&M 3. H&M 4. JCrew

Dresses:

1. Gap 2. H&M 3. H&M 4. Gap

Accessories:

1-3. Gap 4. JCrew

Now that I'm feeling inspired, I think a trip to the outlets is in order! I'll be heading there this weekend and I'll keep you posted on what finds I pick up!

August Blues

As a teacher, the summer is a time to relax, read, catch up with friends and rejuvenate for the upcoming school year. I LOVE the summers! August, however...I could do without.

Especially the end of August-there's this feeling I get that is part anxiety, part excitement, part dread, part anticipation and it just doesn't go away.  Last week, I woke up at 2a.m. because I had a vision of how I wanted to re-arrange my classroom and I had to get it out on paper-who does that?!

 So, until the school year starts, I'll be over here with that icky feeling in the pit of my stomach....that is until I go back to school shopping-then it's just pure excitement!! :)

Clothes Swap Extravaganza!

So today, I was super excited to be a part of this amazing event-Swapping Uncapped! Basically, you bring $8 and a bag full of clothes to give away.  In turn, they set up the donated clothes in a really neat way and unleashed about 200 girls to grab as many clothes as they can! Although, I admit in the minutes before they 'released' us, I had butterflies in my tummy wondering if I would lose a toe or an arm in the mix, but overall everyone was pretty civilized. The ladies were all really trendy and there were some great brands-I left with JCrew tops, lots of vintage jewelry, belts and a few dresses!

This was a super fun event, sponsored by Vitamin Water and Pinkberry, so we got to nosh on some yummy fro-yo while waiting. I was also excited to hang out in the Fenway area of Boston, my college stomping grounds and meet up with a college friend!

Riding the bus to the event- Fenway, Boston

walking my college stomping grounds!

Getting ready for the swap...

can you feel the energy?

and of course some post-swap margaritas! swapping is hard work!

 Thank you eventbrite-swapaholics for hosting such a fun event! I also got to meet fellow bloggers Jessica Quirk (author of What I Wore) and Jen Lula who both have such amazing style and were so lovely in person!

 All in all, a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon....I am definitely hooked on swapping and looking forward to the next one, or maybe I'll make my own with a couple friends :)

Happy weekend everyone!

-Liz

Wish List

For the past few months, my husband has been out of work and so we've been pinching our pennies to make ends meet.  I have a great job, that pays pretty well-but we do live in Boston, and with only one income, it was difficult. 

But......Nick got a job!!!! I am so excited for him, he deserves to be happy and fulfilled with his work, and I'm really hoping this job does just that.

Another plus...I get to shop again!! Feel the rush! Now, I'm not going to go crazy or anything, throughout these past few months I have learned how to live frugally and I do want to continue that.  However, there are a few items on my wishlist and I'm hoping to splurge on at least one :)

1.) Digital SLR Camera

I definitely have to research this product, as it is such a HUGE purchase, but after playing with my friend S's all weekend, it is a must have! I love love love taking pictures, and the pictures this camera takes are amazing :)

2.) Macbook Pro

I know this one is a stretch, since it's also a big purchase, and my old macbook works fine-but a girl can dream right?!

3.) Reef Stargazer Sandals

I love these sandals! I saw someone wearing the black/silver pair and thought they were adorable! I think this purchase is do-able.  I'm getting my credit card ready as we speak.... :)

4.) Boat Shoes

Love these boat shoes! They have a slightly Lilly flair, which I love :)

5.) iphone4

Technically I am due for an upgrade from the 3GS, so this purchase could be a possibility, but I'm thinking I might want to wait until September for the iphone5!! Even if I don't get the iphone 5, the iphone4 price will have dropped drastically.

So those are a few of the things I'm currently coveting.

Can't wait to shop until I drop :)