Lusting: Bookish Brooches

I found some cool bookish pins that I had to share with you guys! Etsy is such a treasure trove of delicious, little gems. I seriously want all of these, but specifically the girl with the stack of books that says, "Always hungry for me." That is so me, and I'm sure it's a lot of you too. And how cool is the wood-cut one? And you can get the "I'd rather be a wizard" pin as a keychain or a pocket mirror! Which is your favorite?

{Bookish Pins}

Do you like bookish pins?

Do you have any?

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Lusting: Lace Bralettes

I want one of these cute lacy bralettes so badly! It's summer and it's just too hot to care about your bra showing, but I wouldn't mind showing my bra off to the world if it was one of these pretty lace ones. I especially want the burgundy racerback one because it would look cute with open-back shirts, don't you think? 

{Lace Bralettes}

Would you wear a bralette?

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Inspiration: Off The Shoulder Clothing

Some trends I have to pass on (like chokers or sliders or cropped wide leg pants), but others I love (like crossbody bags, long cardigans, and off the shoulder tops). If I like a trend enough it stops being a trend and starts being a staple. Apparently, peplum is no longer "in," but I will never stop wearing it because it's so flattering and pretty. Are there are trends that have become staples in your wardrobe?

Off the shoulder clothing feels so summery and shows off those sun-kissed shoulders! 

Happy 4th of July, my fellow Americans!

{via Style Caster, Pinterest, Just The Design, Harper and Harley, Jadore Fashion, 

Hot Beauty Health, Gal Meets Glam & Chicwish}

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Do you like the off the shoulder trend?

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Lusting: Metallic Sandals

Sandals are a must for summer, but why wear boring brown sandals when you can have metallic ones?! I've been seeing metallic sandals everywhere and I'm a huge fan because it catches the bright summer sun and looks great with a tan (whether it's real or self-tanner). The gold ones in the top left corner are calling my name!

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Are you a fan of metallic sandals?

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Lusting: Spring Flats

If I could wear one type of shoe for the rest of my life, it would be flats. They're comfy and cute and come in so many colors and most of them have little bows on them. What's not to love? I'm on the hunt for one or two new additions to my shoe collection since spring is on the horizon and a few of my favorites are falling apart. 

{Spring Flats}

What kind of shoes would you wear for the rest of your life? 

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Lusting: Strappy Flats

Despite the unseasonable warmth, it's definitely not the season for wanting flats. I know that soon the cold and the snow will sweep in and I'll only be able to wear boots until April. But a girl can dream about wearing cute flats! The other day, I literally dreamed about getting a pair of strappy flats. Do you guys ever dream about buying shoes or clothes? 

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Do you like strappy flats?

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Lusting: Beanies

It's that time again! Time for cute hats, warm scarves, and thick gloves. At least where I live. There's usually a point during December where I'm like, "Hey, this winter isn't so bad. I can totally handle the cold." And then the temperature drops dramatically and I'm like, "Nope, I was wrong. I can't handle this. Why do I live here?" 

If you're also preparing yourself for the cold, then here are some awesome beanie options.

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Do you like beanies with or without pom-poms?
Which is your favorite?

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Lusting: Brooches

I seem to have an obsession with collecting cute brooches lately and now have a fun little collection. I have a typewriter brooch, one shaped like the Mad Hatter, one like the Mad Hatter's hat, a rose, a bow, a mini Mindy Kaling, a ladybug, and a few owls. I wouldn't mind getting that cloud-shaped one and the Read More one.

Cute Brooches

Do you collect brooches?

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Lusting: Fall Scarves

Not that I need any more scarves, but it's getting chillier and chillier and a cozy scarf is always in fashion. I haven't taken out my plaid blanket scarf out yet, but my black infinity scarf has already come in handy on those cool autumn mornings. How cute are the dog print and bat print ones below?

Fall Scarves

Do you love scarves as much as I do?

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Lusting: Trapeze Dresses

My go-to dress style is the fit and flare (gives me an hourglass shape and covers problem areas, so what's not to love?), but now and then it's fun trying new trends and I think trapeze dressses are really cute (I wore one here). They're effortlessly cool and can be worn loose or belted and are also perfect for fall because you can eat as much pumpkin spice as you like and that food baby won't show! #winning

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Do you like trapeze dresses?

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Lusting: Quirky Bags

After being gifted this lovely little lemon bag from Martie for my birthday (thanks, girl!), I've been obsessed with finding other cool quirky bags. I'm not sure how many unusual bags one needs, but seeing as I love owls I feel like I need an owl purse. I'm also loving the ladybug one and the ice cream bag. I mean, c'mon, how cool are these?!

{Quirky Bags}

Do you love quirky bags?

Do you have one or would get one?

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Lusting: Keds

So my dad got me a pair of gray Keds two months ago from T.J. Maxx and they're so comfortable (like walking on clouds!) that I've been thinking of getting another pair, something in a fun print. You all know how much I love florals, but the navy polka dot ones are so cute and I love these key print ones. 

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Which are your favorite? 

Do you own a pair of Keds?

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Lusting: Slip-On Sneakers

Between going to Pittsburgh to do some sightseeing and going to BookCon, I'm going to be doing a lot of walking and I want a new pair of slip-on sneakers. My cute purple pair got drenched and now the lining keeps slipping. I also have navy sneakers, but when I wear them without socks the laces annoy my feet. All that to say I need a new pair stat. 

So here are a few fun options I love:

Do you love slip-on sneakers?

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Lusting: Hair Pins

You can now call me obsessed with hair pins! Ever since getting this one, I've been wearing it all the time and can't stop admiring all of the pretty hair accessories out there. How cool are those leaf and arrow ones?!

{Hair Pins}

What kind of hair accessories do you wear?

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Lusting: Ear Jackets

Have you heard of ear jackets? When I first heard the term I was so confused. What exactly are people putting on their ears? But then I realized that it's a type of earring and I think they look pretty cool. They have a vintage-meets-modern feel to them. Forever 21 has a bunch of great and inexpensive pairs that I wish I could wear, but sadly they're not nickel-free. 

{Ear Jackets}

Would you wear a pair of ear jackets?

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Lusting: Black Pumps

I recently got a pair of Vince Camuto black suede pumps from DSW that I absolutely adore. Sadly they're just a tiny bit big because they're size 6 and I wear 5.5 in heels, but it's all good because I got these Fab Feet gels from Target and the back of my heels no longer slip out. However, I'm still on the hunt for the perfect pair because it would be nice to have heels that I can wear without using those gels. 

I want to find my perfect pair because black pumps are classic and go with everything and can be worn year round. I really like the one in the middle row all the way to the right. What about you?

{Black Pumps}

Do you have a pair of black pumps?
Any stores you can recommend for finding my perfect pair?

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Lusting: Oxford Flats

Since many of you said you were looking for oxford flats, I thought I would help out. I would also like to find my perfect pair (I'm thinking of getting the taupe pair in the bottom left corner), so here are some options for you! There are so many kinds of oxford flats (metallic, printed, black, brown, bright colors, etc.) that you're sure to find something that suits your style. 

Since a few of you have asked: To shop the shoes below, just click the picture (or the link that says "Oxford Flats") and it will take you to Polyvore, and from there it will take you to the corresponding website that the shoes are from. Happy shopping! 

{Oxford Flats}

Which pair is your favorite?

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Lusting: Wrap Dresses

Now that I work in an office that has a business casual environment, I'm trying to make my closet double for work and the weekend. It's actually pretty easy for me because I already have a style that works well for an office; throw on a blazer, switch jeans for black pants, put on a little lipstick, etc. 

But one of the pieces I would really love to get that I think would be perfect for wearing to work during the day, a work event, and on the weekend is a wrap dress, especially if it's in a bright color or fun print. I could see myself wearing it with a neutral blazer and wedges for work, or a cardigan and sandals for the weekend. 

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Do you have a wrap dress?
How do you wear it?

P.S. -- I've joined My Life as a Teacup's NovelTea Book Club!
If you want to join a Book Club, this one should be it!

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Lusting: Striped Shoes

I'm not sure how it started, but lately I've been liking the look of striped shoes. It's kind of fun and unexpected, and spruces up a lazy weekend outfit of a t-shirt and jeans, or a simple dress. I rediscovered a pair of navy and red striped loafers that my mom thrifted a few years ago (you can see my outfit here), and wore them three times last week.  

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Are you into striped shoes? 

Yay or nay?

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Lusting: White Embroidered Tops

I don't have a good track record with white pieces (I've talked about my inability to keep white things white before), but even so I still want a white embroidered top for spring and summer. They're so perfectly bohemian and breezy. And sometimes I don't want to think about my outfits, especially when I just want to enjoy the weather, so throwing on an embroidered shirt means I can pair it with jeans and sandals and still look put together. 

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Are you into these type of blouse?

What's your go-to shirt in the spring and summer?

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