Cute Combination: Denim + Olive Green

As I've mentioned before, I spend way too much time starting blankly into my closet each night.  However, sometimes it pays off... like today when I noticed an olive green skirt I never wear and my beloved J. Crew Factory chambray shirt.  Add a yellow belt, and Bam! 

Work outfit:

denim + olive by cardiganjunkie featuring brown ballerina flats

My skirt is a little shorter than I'd like, and I think I want to replace it with a longer one, but mostly I want some olive green pants to wear this year.  And after browsing Pinterest, I think I'm on to something!

Source: modernhepburn.tumblr.com via Haley on Pinterest

Source: missmoss.co.za via Haley on Pinterest

Source: thepursuitaesthetic.tumblr.com via Haley on Pinterest

I'm also completely enamored with this rug from Serena and Lily (of which I cannot find a quality image):

Now for the important question:  who has found some great straight leg olive green pants without big cargo pockets?  Help a blogger out!

Trend To Try: Monochrome

Happy Monday!  Hopefully everyone had a nice weekend - I sure enjoyed mine.  The Gilt sale was worth $5 admission, but didn't quite live up to the lofty description in the emails.  However, I did score some Kendra Scott and Kenneth Jay Lane earrings for $10 each (!!!), a leather makeup bag, and a cool brown zebra print tote that zips into a leather pouch all for $50.  There were some great deals to be had in the shoe section, but the selection of size 9s was pretty small compared to the other sizes.  I saw Pour La Victoire boots for $80, and Cole Haan pumps for $69... all for women who could fit into an 8.  Sad day.

However, I did see some lovely Dallas fashionistas and was inspired by a few outfits I observed in line.  I've not tried the whole monochrome outfit trend yet, but I'm thinking I should give it a go.  What do you think?

modern monchrome by cardiganjunkie featuring long skirts

P.S. Don't forget to enter to win a MyMemories software suite!  I'll pick a winner Friday afternoon!

Currently Coveting: Jade

Ever since I added a jade green top to my closet, I've been obsessed with the color.  I think it was made for brunettes, and can be worn year round so anything you get is a great investment (look at me justifying the purchases!)

I came across some great things in my Polyvore browsing this week, and wanted to share some of my favorite jade pieces available now.  You know... in case you need to get yourself a little something for Christmas.

jade! by cardiganjunkie featuring kenneth jay lane jewelry

Orange you glad it's summer?

I think that some colors, while pretty on a variety of people, look especially great on brunettes.  I am loving the look of orange clothing and accessories against my own hair, and have quickly accumulated several orange pieces in my closet.  Here are some examples of more orange pieces I'd happily add to my collection. 

The fish is an ode to my dorm room pets, Chandler and Monica, the smelliest goldfish ever to live at Texas A&M University.

Orangey by Cardigan Junkie featuring enamel jewelry

I'm also loving pops of orange in interiors, even though my own home is full of cooler tones.  Perhaps I should consider a switch?

 

I think the second room is my favorite.  It even made me consider buying horse photos for about ten minutes. 

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!  I'm going to do lots of housework and watch movies... with maybe just a teeny bit of shopping thrown in.  ;-)