Snow Problem

Coat: Old Navy • Blazer: Gap• Dress: Gap • Scarf: via Stichfix • Boots: Steve Madden

This weather... it snow joke! 

No really, it's no joke. After waking up late {what else is new?} I made my best effort to get out the door and beat the next onslaught of snow. I even ditched my usual coffee drive-thru in the effort of time {okay, and safety}. What do you know I ended up at work 20 minutes earlier than usual. 10 if you count my detour to Coffee Emporium in our office lobby. Hey it's no DD, but it will do! 

Work It Out

Full Disclosure: As I'm writing this, I'm sitting on my couch post-workout. My hair in sweaty mess and I'm fairly certain there are traces of eyeliner that resemble that of a raccoon. Thankfully I slipped out of the gym without anyone recognizing me...I think.


1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8

Working out at lunch is my new favorite thing! But figuring out this whole getting sweaty, showering, and putting myself back together thing is surprisingly a lot more difficult than I imagined. I'll be the first to admit that I am a bit high maintenance {thanks frizzy hair}, but after a few weeks of regular lunch time workouts I've got a pretty good routine down.

For any of you out there who frequent the gym at lunch {or love a good product recommendation} here are a few of my favorite items. Here's to getting fitting and getting back to office in a {somewhat} reasonable amount of time.

The Bag: The O.G. from Lo & Sons is fantastic. It's stylish, super roomy, and fits perfectly {and discreetly under my desk}

The Clothes: Obviously, I wear more than a top and socks, but I'm addicted to the Gap and Target when it comes to workout clothes. Colorful and soft what else do you need? 

The Makeup: After a quick shower I just touch up my makeup. A quick swipe of Bare Escentuals Light Stroke and Benefit Lip Gloss and I'm good to go! 

The Hair: The mop on my head is the biggest issues, but between Bumble & Bumble Pret a Powder {it doubles as a dry shampoo and slight fragrance} and a travel sized bottle of L'Oreal Elnet my hair is fairly put together. But the real star here is the BaByliss Mini Straightener. A few sweeps and my bangs are back to normal and I'm able tame the crazy frizzies. 

TGIF // 2

Hooray it’s Friday! Although as exciting as that is I thought yesterday was Friday…

{major disappointment when I realized it was only Thursday!}

I've been feeling a bit bored with my apartment, so over the weekend I rearranged my living room.  
{Who knew couches were so heavy?}

Monday I relaxed, drank wine, and talked Bachelor trash with Lauren.  

{perk of having friends w/ in walking distance}

And Tuesday was another great night for New Girl &The Mindy Project.

{Sometimes I think Mindy is actually in my brain. Not only is her JC Chasez logic spot on,
but this week she made multiple Entourage references. Love her!}

I logged a few good work outs between Spinning and Bootcamp, which totally legitimized
the 4 hours of American Idol I watched. 
{and thanks to Harry Connick Jr. and this kid, I've been sucked back in}

And tomorrow I’m headed to Lexington for a little Sorority get together…

{Yes, I’m almost 30 and still a total sorority girl}

Flurries

Top: Banana Republic • Blazer: H&M• Pants: Ann Taylor • Scarf: Madewell • Shoes: JCrew Factory

Between bad weather, the snooze fest that have been the past few mornings {okay 2 weeks}, and a  couple of not so mentionable outfits I made certain to carve out some time for photos today during my lunch break.

Turns out it was also snowing.... 

Not to mention I left my remote in my car and I forgot to take my work badge off. But I suppose that's what I get for trying to rush things. I need to remember that it's okay to slow down. Sometimes I get so caught up on what's about to happen or the next item on my to-do list that I don't appreciate what's happening right in front of me. So here's to slowing down a bit and not feel guilty if I don't get to everything thing on my list.

And if I'm looking on the bright side, the snow is kind of a nice effect don't you think?

TGIF

Man, the first full week back at work from the holidays are rough...
On top of a post holiday 5 day work week, there was the polar vortex....
And a bit of an actual cold....

But the week did have some highlights. 
I hung out with two of my blogging besties Lauren & Sarah at M Restaurant
{even though it was Saturday I'm counting it as this week, plus the pizza was pretty fantastic}

I crafted a wedding shower gift thanks to a little help from my much more creatively inclined sister.
{the wedding shower is tomorrow, hopefully it goes over well!}

New Girl & Mindy Project returned this week so that's a win/win!
{Not only is Mindy spot-on with her love of coffee cake, her cardigan is pretty fabulous}

Not to mention the super enjoyable Love, Marilyn and Ethel documentaries I watched and loved.
{and then proceeded to tell all my friends about}

I tried a new Crossfit inspired workout at my work gym. Not gonna lie, I'm crazy sore today.
{But I'm forcing myself to go to Pure Barre tonight and get a good stretch}

And speaking of activities, this week was my first time attempting Broomball.
{Sure I fell, but the beer and sheer hilarity of adults trying to walk/run on ice was totally worth it} 

It's Black, It's White...

Coat: Old Navy •Sweater: Madewell • Top: JCrew • Pants: The Limited• Shoes: Madewell

I've worn a version of this outfit off and on since last winter. This sweater is a winter life saver. It's super soft like pajamas, but professional. If I ever envisioned my own clothing line that would be it:

Professional pajamas. You get the idea....

So yeah, it's freezing in the midwest everywhere. You know this, I know this. Brrr. 

So besides blogging, I've  been catching up on some reading {you thought I was going to say TV, right? Well I've been doing that too}. Since picking up Divergent before Christmas I've been on a YA reading kick. I've also been on a documentary kick. Something about the new year always make want to strive towards intellectual hobbies {although they usually last a month}. But hey I'm also reading Lean In so there's that! 

Please excuse this rambling of words, I've been on sudafed for a week now. 
Time to freshen my tea.

Winter Woes

With temps below zero today {yes you read that correctly} outfit photos just weren't a reasonable option.
So rather than risk hypothermia here's a look at some of winter outfit inspiration. 

Enjoy! 

Sources: 1 // 2 // 3 // 4 

Sporting It

Sweater: JCrew •Jeans: Madewell • Jacket: Gap• Shoes: Gap

Well hello 2014! 

True to form my first post of the new year is an outfit from last year. Thanks to the holidays and PTO days I was able to get some snap some shots of this casual look. Between family time and holiday parties, I met up with some friends to watch the Kentucky vs. Louisville basketball game. The game is a pretty big deal here in the Bluegrass. Lots of bragging rights, excuse to yell at friends who like the other team, and have fun! 

Rather than sport a tee, I thought I'd throw on my trusty crew-neck sweater and my go-to utility jacket. Plus the horse emblem on my necklace adds a bit of Kentucky to the look. And hey the Cats won -- even better!