June 30, 2011

Hot! Royal blue/white striped long sleeve buttondown shirt, black cropped pants, off-black knee-high pantyhose, black cut-out heels. Jewelry: watch, rings, dangly two bright blue beads earrings, silver bracelet with three lapis blue squares. Hair thing: Two black barrettes. Reading: Finished! Wilson by Daniel Clowes. Listening to, may finish: Esperanza Rising.

June 29, 2011

Mid-week: White "boyfriend" cardigan, lilac 3/4 sleeve v-neck t-shirt underneath, pink tank top underneath that, multi-color swirly and paisley pattern skirt with sequins, nude pantyhose, light blue lace shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings, turquoise "opal" ring, multi-seashell disc dangly earrings, "L" encrusted diamond pendant necklace. Reading: Starting: Wilson by Daniel Clowes. Another graphic novel. Listening to: Esperanza Rising.

June 28, 2011

Back to work: Turquoise tweed jacket with tulle at cuffs and placket, coral short sleeve lace front top underneath, white Trina Turk jacquard skirt with fancy buttons, silver gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, turquoise "opal" ring, stacked white and turquoise shells dangly earrings. Reading: Finished! Smile by Raina Telgemeier. Graphic novel so easy to read! Listening to: Esperanza Rising.

June 27, 2011

Off! Dark green background with pink/yellow floral design cap sleeve v-neck top, white shorts, orange jelly sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings. Reading: Starting! Smile by Raina Telgemeier.

June 26, 2011

At work: Plum suit: vest and skirt, purple scoopneck long sleeve t-shirt underneath, nude pantyhose, black cut-out heels. Jewelry: watch, rings, black plastic flower studs, lilac cloisonne bracelet. Hair thing: Two black barrettes. Listening to: Esperanza Rising. Really good!

June 25, 2011

Costco, at night, birthday party: Gray zip-up hooded sweatshirt (at night), *new* black "Bad Apple" tank top, dark rinse wide-leg jeans, red jelly sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, black plastic flower studs. Hair thing: Two black barrettes. Reading, finished! A Tale of Two Pretties. Last in The Clique series. Wah!

June 24, 2011

Off! Magenta 3/4 sleeve ruffle front t-shirt, dark rinse wide-leg jeans, nude knee-high pantyhose, black pleated front shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings. Outerwear: Aqua short trench. Hair thing: Two black barrettes. Reading: A Tale of Two Pretties. Listening to: Esperanza Rising.

June 23, 2011

Back to work: Cream short sleeve gold buttondown tunic, brown patch pocket pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown satiny peep toe wedges. Jewelry: watch, rings, gold long beads and hoops necklace, gold hoop earrings, gold twisty chain link bracelet. Reading: A Tale of Two Pretties. Listening to: Esperanza Rising.

June 22, 2011

Early day because no power! Pastel striped/white background one button jacket, pink cable knit sleeveless sweater underneath, pink pleated skirt, nude pantyhose, light blue lace shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings, gold/pearly drop earrings, gold anklet with clear/light blue/pink sparkly stones, pearl necklace.
At night, Redd Herring (yum!): Magenta 3/4 sleeve ruffle front t-shirt, dark rinse wide leg jeans, nude knee-high pantyhose, black pleated front shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings.

June 21, 2011

Longest day of the year! Cornflower blue floral/navy background short sleeve dress, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black tights, black pleated front shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings, black plastic flower earrings, black cord bracelet with silver cross bead and blue glass bead. Reading: A Tale of Two Pretties. Listening to, starting! "R" author: Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan.

June 20, 2011

Monday! Black open cardigan with 3/4 sleeves and sequin placket, purple lace top and bottom tank top, black patch pocket pants, off-black knee-high pantyhose, black cut-out heels. Jewelry: watch, rings, purple teardrop stones marcasite necklace and matching earrings, dark red/lilac sparkly bead bracelet. Reading: A Tale of Two Pretties.

June 19, 2011

Shopping at Banana Republic: Dark green v-neck surplice short sleeve top with pink/yellow/white floral design, white shorts, orange jelly sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings.
At night, Avec and Socca (yum!): Turquoise short sleeve silky cardigan, turquoise/blue/yellow/tan/gold floral spaghetti strap dress, tan leather strappy heeled sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, white gold bow chain link bracelet and matching earrings.

June 18, 2011

At work: Plum suit: jacket and skirt, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, nude pantyhose, black cut-out heels. Jewelry: watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings. Hair thing: Two black barrettes. Reading: A Tale of Two Pretties.
At night, Honky Tonk (yum and fun!): White long short sleeve t-shirt dress with pink pattern, white jeans, metallic silver gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, seashell bracelet.

June 17, 2011

Weekend! Lime green/white chain link pattern short sleeve dress, white long sleeve t-shirt underneath, metallic silver gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, gold chain link drop earrings, stackable rings in white gold, rose gold, and yellow gold with diamonds, long beads and hoops "gold" necklace. Reading: Starting! A Tale of Two Pretties the last Clique novel by Lisi Harrison. Finished! Listening to: NPR's Funniest Driveway Moments.

June 16, 2011

Second class in: White short sleeve PRPL polo, white long sleeve t-shirt underneath, denim Lands' End skirt, navy pantyhose, navy shoes with bow in front. Jewelry: watch, rings, silver cuff bracelet with white/blue lotus cloisonne design, dangly "jellybean" earrings with red, yellow, and blue flecks. Outerwear: Black quilted jacket. Hair thing: Brown scrunchie. Reading: finished! The War at Ellsmere. Listening to: NPR's Funniest Driveway Moments.
At night, Redd Herring (yum!): White long short sleeve t-shirt dress with pink pattern, white jeans, metallic silver gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, same earrings.

June 15, 2011

Class in: Stone long sleeved PRPL buttondown shirt, brown short sleeve t-shirt underneath, tan Banana Republic pants, white socks, brown shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings, 10k gold ring, burnished gold owl face earrings. Outerwear: Black quilted jacket. Hair thing: Light brown woven headband. Reading: Finished! BOP: more Box Office Poison. Starting: The War at Ellsmere by Faith Erin Hicks. Listening to: NPR's Funniest Driveway Moments.

June 14, 2011

Only Tuesday: White Old Navy long sleeve cardigan, cream sheer sleeveless blouse with pink flowers underneath, cream/taupe gingham skirt, nude fishnet tights, cream shoes with leather flower in front. Jewelry: watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, pearl studs. Outerwear: Black quilted jacket. Reading: Time Out Chicago magazine. Listening to: Starting: NPR's Funniest Driveway Moments.

June 13, 2011

Nice out! Pink ribbed long self-belted cardigan, brown short sleeve t-shirt underneath, brown patch pocket pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown satiny peep toe wedges. Jewelry: watch, rings, brown sparkly stones starburst pendant on black cord necklace, stackable rings in white gold, rose gold and yellow gold with diamonds. Reading: Starting Bop! (more of Box Office Poison) by Alex Robinson.

June 12, 2011

Brunch and dinner at a friend's: Navy short sleeve t-shirt with green painterly marks on left side, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black Converse sneakers. Jewelry: watch, rings. Outerwear: Black quilted jacket.

June 11, 2011

Stayed home, watched the movie True Grit: t-shirt, lounge pants, slippers. Jewelry: rings. hair thing: Brown scrunchie.

June 10, 2011

Finally Friday: Primary color "city" shirt, pink sleeveless cable knit sweater underneath, navy J. Crew chino skirt, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in front. Jewelry: watch, rings, people earrings. Outerwear: Black quilted jacket. Reading: Finished! The Book of Spells.
At night, dinner at friends: Navy short sleeve t-shirt with green painterly marks on left side, dark rinse skinny jeans, white socks, black Converse sneakers. Jewelry: watch, rings, people earrings. Outerwear: Black quilted jacket.

June 9, 2011

Half day: Aqua short sleeve sheer blouse, aqua short sleeve top underneath, tan Banana Republic pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, light blue lace shoes. Jewelry: watch, rings, turquoise "opal" ring, gold Minnie Mouse studs with aquamarine stone. Outerwear: Aqua short trench. Reading: The Book of Spells. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain. Finished it! Really good!

June 8, 2011

Hot again! Black short sleeve dress with purple/turquoise/white/black floral skirt, black leggings underneath, white "boyfriend" cardigan for decency, silver metallic gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, black round plastic disc dangly earrings. Hair thing: Black scrunchie. Reading: The Book of Spells. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain.

June 7, 2011

Last day of school! White long sleeve "boyfriend" cardigan, navy/white gingham bib dress, dark red jelly sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, blue lapis heart-shaped studs, chunky dark blue beads necklace. hair thing: Olive ponytail holder. Reading: The Book of Spells. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain.

June 6, 2011

Monday! Turquoise silky short sleeve cardigan, multi-color swirly paisley pattern skirt with sequins, tan espadrille sandals with turquoise band in front. Jewelry: watch, rings, white round seashell disc dangly earrings, multi-strand silver and clear beads bracelet. Reading: The Book of Spells. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain.

June 5, 2011

Driving with: Maroon sleeveless "Mercedes" polo, 1969 denim jeans, dark red jelly sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings. Hair thing: Black scrunchie. Reading: The Book of Spells.

June 4, 2011

At night, Bedford Club and Avec (yum and fun!): Turquoise silky short sleeve cardigan, multi-color swirly paisley pattern skirt with sequins, silver metallic gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, white round seashell disc dangly earrings, multi-strand silver and clear beads bracelet. Reading: At Home with Town and Country. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain.

June 3, 2011

Brookfield Zoo chaperone! Dark turquoise short puff sleeve ruffle collar polo, multi-color swirly paisley pattern skirt with sequins, white socks, silver/turquoise sneakers. Jewelry: watch, rings. Hair thing: Brown ponytail holder.
At night, Socca (yum!): Turquoise silky short sleeve cardigan, multi-color swirly paisley pattern skirt with sequins, silver metallic gladiator sandals. Jewelry: watch, rings, white round seashell disc dangly earrings, multi-strand silver and clear beads bracelet. Hair thing: Olive ponytail holder.

June 2, 2011

Pretty outside! Cream lace vest with self tie, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black patch pocket pants, off-black knee-high pantyhose, black cut-out heels. Jewelry: watch, rings, white gold ring with pearl, white gold horseshoe pendant necklace with diamond. Reading: The Book of Spells. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain.

June 1, 2011

New month! Navy/white striped short sleeve t-shirt, white long sleeve t-shirt underneath, navy J. Crew chino skirt, navy pantyhose, navy shoes with bow in the front. Jewelry: watch, rings, 11 sparkly bangles, white round plastic disc dangly earrings. Hair thing: Two silver barrettes. Reading: Starting! The Book of Spells: a Private Prequel by Kate Brian. Listening to: The Art of Racing in the Rain.