Polka Dots and Animal Print

What I'm wearing: Old Navy polka dot blouse, Gap cardigan, Banana Republic outlet belt, J.Crew outlet bootcut jeans, J.Crew flats.

I'm in a great mood today. Here's why:

-The sun is out! And it was even warm enough to wear flats to class without freezing my toes off. A true sign that Spring is on its way.
-One week from today, my finals will be over and I'll be heading home to Cincinnati to spend a week and half with family.
-It's polka dot day at Everybody, Everywear! So excited to see what everyone else has come up with.
-I'm loving the print-mixing I have going on here. It's subtle, but I like the polka dot/zebra print contrast.
-The Target Go International dress launch is this weekend! I've been itching to shop ever since I found out I got my internship, so this is the perfect excuse to pick up a few new pieces I can wear this summer.
-It's my roommate Alex's birthday today! Happy birthday Alex!

A New Day

What I'm wearing: Uniqlo wrap sweater, J.Crew outlet purple ruffle tee, H&M scarf, LOFT outlet jeans, Ciao Bella boots, Vintage bracelet via Talk of the Town

I went to bed in a crappy mood last night (due to the fact that I procrastinated on a project that was way too complex for being assigned only two days before it was due). This morning, I woke up and vowed to make today a new day. Last quarter, I let all the stress of school get to me, and it ate up my whole life. I'm determined to not let that happen this time. So this morning, I put on two tried-and-true favorites (the ruffle tee and wrap sweater) and threw on a cheerful scarf for good measure. I also debuted the newest member of my vintage costume jewelry collection:

I picked up this beauty over winter break at Talk of the Town, my favorite vintage store in Cincinnati. I always find the best jewelry there. And there's nothing like pretty vintage jewelry to put you in a good mood. The Glee Pandora station doesn't hurt either. Cheers to letting go of stress and enjoying life!