Cupcakes and Macarons

Holy Moly I just realized that today is my one year blog-aversary!! I remember thinking about this a few months ago and thinking that I should host a give-away...but then I wasn't quite sure how. I'm sure it's super simple, right? Hmmm...maybe sometime in the near future. Any tips or suggestions for hosting a give-away?

Anyways, I want to say thank you all for stopping by and reading my blog. It started off as a fun little hobby but has now become a regular part of my life- I love it! I get so happy when people pop over to see what I posted and it makes my day reading your comments. I love this little blogging community that I belong to, you're all such positive and wonderful people! And it's so cool that I don't even know most of you but I almost feel like I do... in a way- so awesome!

Also a litle thanks to my dear husband for being a good sport for having to take some of my blog photos- it somehow alway seems to be on the way to dinner, and when he's starving too!

Outfit Details:

Macaron Dress- Made by Me! (by Colette Patterns)

Shoes- Seychelles

Bag- Anthropologie

Cupcake Ring- bought from Greece 

Thanks again and I hope you keep on stopping by! Happy Monday! xoxo, Tammy

Jumping for Joy!

I'm so happy that I'm jumping for joy! Yesterday was the day we found out if Tad matched into a fellowship program and if so, where he will be for a whole year. I was so nervous the night before that I couldn't fall asleep.

Well, guess what? Not only did he get a fellowship, but he got his top choice! And a super bonus- he gets to stay in Los Angeles! Whoohoo! We're so excited and I'm so proud of him.

Tad interviewed all over the country for a fellowship program and not only were we worried about whether he would get into one, but we also worried about him having to go far away. Yea, its only one year but one year apart can be sooo long. 

Outfit Details:

Dress- Macy's

Shoes- BP from Nordstrom

Cardigan- Banana Republic

Tights- Anthropologie

Purse- Kate Spade (outlet bargain!)

Luckily, things worked out perfectly- it couldn't have gone any better actually! Tonight we are going out to Scarpetta for a celebration dinner- hmmmm, can't wait!

 Happy Friday! xoxo, Tammy

Straight and Sassy

It's been 4 months since I permed my hair and since then I haven't touched a blow dryer or a flat iron and I love it! My hair is crazy thick so it's been nice to just let my curls air dry without having to fuss with it.

But when I woke up this morning, I had the sudden urge to wear my hair straight. So I took out my dryer and flat iron from where it's been holed up all this time and started working on my hair. Seriously, it's like a workout doing my hair and my right arm is sore from holding itself up! While I didn't miss the time it took to style my hair, I did realize how much I missed wearing it straight.

Outfit Details:

Dress- Modcloth

Shoes- Urban Outfitters

I mirrored my straight hair with this drop-waist dress that also falls straight down my hips. My favorite part of this dress is the super fun collar- love!

A Pop of Pink- Life is Good!

Oh, is it Monday already? The weekend just flew by! It was a little gloomy and drizzly on Saturday but Sunday was a lot cheerier. But I can't complain because I am just loving the time change.

It feels great to get off of work with a couple hours of daylight left and it's motivated me to be more active. I've been surfing more, running with Tad a few times a week, and I've even started taking yoga classes for the first time.

Outfit Details:

Dress- from eBay

Sweater- Urban Outfitters

Shoes- BP from Nordstrom

Tights- Anthropologie

Being more active has definitely left me feeling more energized and refreshed. Life is good!

Do the longer days make you want to get out in the world and do more things? Or better yet, to try new things?

Floral Power

One of my favorite store is Anthropologie but it's been a while since I've bought anything from there. There just isn't a whole lot there right now that's calling my name. But I did come across this dress from the sale rack last week and I gotta say I am loving it. 

Florals aren't normally my style and I usually go for more whimsical prints (like polka dots, I LOVE polka dots), but there's something about this floral pattern that I love. It's super easy and comfortable to wear, and it's a great wardrobe addition of a simple but "dressier" dress. Most of my dresses are a little too cutesy to wear for fancier occasions but I think this one works, yes? I'm almost tempted to get the polka dot version too.

Outfit Details:

Dress- Minutiae Dropwaist Dress from Anthro

Shoes- Ivanka Trump

Heart necklace- Anthro

Do you like to wear floral patterns? Or are you more of a whimsical and polka dot kinda gal?

Minty Green

I just realized that my post for St. Patrick's Day never went up. Oops! 

Tad and I actually stayed in for a movie night on St. Patty's Day but I did wear a green get-up the day before to dinner with friends.

 I came across this dress online and it was love at first site. I purchased it and hoped that it would look (and fit) just as great in person. When I put it on, I actually gasped! I love it so much! The details on the top is gorgeous and the fit is perfect. It's also really comfy and I love the flow-y feel of the dress. It's the perfect length for me and I love it, love it, love it!

It also comes in cream but I'm a sucker for anything minty colored.

Outfit Details:

Dress- Urban Outfitters

Shoes- Seychelles

Purse- Anthropologie

I can't wait to wear this dress again- I'm thinking of pairing it with red next time! 

Kissed by the Sun

Sometimes Tad takes my outfit photos for my blog but when he's not around, I have to rely on my good ol' tripod and remote. Like today. I wanted to try taking some "sun-kissed" photos but it was harder taking by myself than I thought it would be! But I still had a good time running around and clicking my remote.

Luckily no one was around to wonder what I was up to. I get embarrassed when people stare at me and my tripod, wondering why I'm taking photos of myself. Haven't they ever heard of a self-portrait? =P

Outfit Details:

Dress- Ruche (also worn here)

Socks- Urban Outfitters

Shoes- Aldo

Necklace- Forever 21

Do you take your own blog photos or are you lucky enough to have someone take them for you? If you take them yourself, do you have any tips to share?

A Mod Night Out

I love thrift and vintage store shopping but I don't do it as often as I like. So only once in a while do I come across a great find and this dress is one of them. The style and print of this dress is very mod and reminiscent of the 1960's and I couldn't wait to put it on.

The dress fit me perfectly except that it was too long and went way past my knees. I decided to hem it myself. I'm not quite sure what happened but it ended up being a tad bit too short. It's a good thing I'm only 5'2 so I could still put it on without showing the world my underwear. Oops.

Dress- thrifted

Shoes- by Report (on sale here!)

Headband- Anthropologie

I guess the next time I hem a dress myself I need to be more careful!

Oh, my doggies wanted in on the photo action too.

Pony-ing Around

Ever put on something that made you want to run, jump and skip? That's how I felt with this pretty top and bubbly skirt! I've had this skirt for a while now but the top is fairly new and it sure puts a smile on my face. Maybe it's the little ponies. Or the cute bow. Or the hot pink on navy. And paired with this fun skirt, it made for a great outfit to dance the night away in. 

Unfortunately, all we did was go out to eat, but at least I got to prance around with my doggies for a bit before dinner. 

Outfit Details:

Top- Modcloth

Skirt- Tracy Reese from Anthro

Shoes- Plenty from Nordstrom

Happy Monday! xoxo, Tammy