Yellow Couch, Yes Please

Because of my new job, I will be staying in Columbus permanently. This means I will be moving into my first "real" apartment in August, so I will be doing a few home decor posts here and there as I gather up inspiration for the new place and turn it into a reality. Very exciting! I've been pinning ideas for about a year now, just waiting for the day to arrive when I would have my own place. A recent review of my home decor pinboard made me realize a trend is emerging. A very YELLOW trend, particularly in the form of couches.

 
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I'm really looking forward to making my new place my own, and it sure does look like a yellow couch may be calling my new apartment home as well. Any suggestions where to find an affordable, comfortable one? 

Workwear: Outfit Recaps from Week 1

Last Tuesday was my first day at the "big kid" job. One of the great things about working at a fashion company (besides the rockin employee discount) is that there is a lot of freedom to express my personal style. It is not a company that is insistent upon their employees wearing the brand 24/7, so I can still wear what I want and work in a few pieces of theirs here and there without having to be in the brand head-to-toe. Here is what I wore for my first week:

 

Tuesday: H&M blazer, F21 top, J.Crew Minnie pants, Gap scarf, Vintage cuff, Kate Spade outlet tote, Steve Madden black flats

Wednesday: Equipment blouse via TJ Maxx, F21 skirt, NY& Co. outlet necklace, Banana Republic outlet sandals

 

Thursday: Gap blazer, Anthropologie top (sale), Zara red pants, Mondani bag via Steinmart, DV for Target wedges

Friday: Old Navy vest, J.Crew tank, Gap jeans, Vintage cuff, Steve Madden heels

Unfortunately, I don't currently have anyone to take my outfit photos and I kinda suck at self-timer photos, so instagram will have to do for now. The worst part is that you can't see my shoes in any of the pictures; outfits like the one from Friday are much cuter when you can see the heels that complete the look. Also as a bonus, I'll show you my outfits from the weekend. Saturday was my last day at my part-time job at the bridal shop, and Sunday I ran errands. Don't forget to be following me on instagram (khaverland528) to see these outfits live!

 

 Saturday: H&M blazer, F21 tee and necklace, Gap black skinny pants, Steve Madden black flats

Sunday: F21 tank and headband, J.Crew outlet cut-offs and tote, Target bronze sandals

What was your favorite outfit from last week?

Alumni Status

 

Last Sunday I officially became an alumni of The Ohio State University! I came to this school having no idea how much my life would transform over the next four years. After countless friendships, two internships, three jobs, and tons of classes, I can truly say I'm a different person than when I started this journey. I'm extremely sad to be leaving behind this part of my life, but I'm happy to say that I have no regrets and have definitely enjoyed my college experience, especially this past year. Now it is time to move on and start what I have been working towards these past 4 years=a career in the fashion industry. I am proud to say I am one of the lucky graduates who has been able to immediately jump into my career. I started my job this past week, and I love it! Eventually I hope to start regular outfit posts again, but until then, follow me on instagram (@khaverland528) to see what I'm wearing to the office everyday!

 

What I'm wearing: Pitaya dress, DV for Target wedges (last summer), Francescas earrings

In the past month...

...I enjoyed Cinco de Mayo with some of my favorite people

 

...I celebrated my 22nd birthday

 

(birthday hats, a present from my little bro, birthday balloon, my favorite little man) 

...I became an alumni of my honor fraternity

 

...I got a job offer!  

One week from today, I will be starting my BIG GIRL job as a production assistant at the home office of a major clothing company. This means I've also begun hunting for a grown-up apartment, so I'm sure you'll be seeing lots of home decor inspiration from me on the blog and on my pinterest. It is still feels a little surreal that I'm graduating college Sunday and then starting a real job so quickly, but I am beyond grateful to be one of the few college graduates out there who has a job lined up. I feel extremely lucky!

Lately I've Been...

Since I'm trying to get back into blogging, I thought I should let you guys know what I've been up to during my absence. So here's a little life update; lately I've been...

...enjoying my last quarter on campus. I can't believe how fast the time has flown.

 

...applying and interviewing for jobs like craaaazy. Including a quick little visit to Philly earlier this month. 

 

...helping my cousin plan her wedding! I'm so excited to be her maid of honor :)

 

...in a friendship bracelet-making frenzy. The 90's are so making a comeback! 

 

...counting down the days until I get to see this little guy again (this coming weekend!)

 

Hopefully posting will become a lot more regular around here again :)

 

Red and Turquoise

 

 

What I'm wearing: Forever 21 top (borrowed) and necklace, Zara colored skinnies, Banana Republic Outlet sandals

Today I wanted to share more outfit pictures from vacation. One of my favorite things about spring and summer dressing is being able to mix bright colors. Ever since I got these pants, red + turquoise has been a go-to combination of mine (seen here and here). I like it because it's a little unexpected, but the two colors still complement each other really well. What is your favorite bright colored combination?

Spring Break Style (and my return to blogging!)

 

 

What I'm wearing: J.Crew outlet dress and belt, Dolce Vita for Target wedges, Francesca's earrings

I've been itching to get back to blogging, so I figured this would be a good time to share some of my pictures from my vacation over spring break. Two friends and I went to Florida for a week, and it was incredibly relaxing. There is nothing like sun and sand to help you get a little perspective. I also enjoyed being able to wear some of my summery clothing that had been pushed to the back of the closet for far too long. Expect to see a lot more of these wedges this season; they were extremely under-utilized last spring and summer. Here are a few more snapshots from our vacation: