January 31, 2017

Last day of January!  Purple suit vest, black long sleeve turtleneck underneath, black pants, black socks, black suede heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, sparkly purple stones drop earrings, lilac cloisonne bracelet.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.

January 30, 2017

Working daytime!  Royal blue velour buttondown top worn as a jacket, black short sleeve cotton t-shirt dress, black tights, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, big royal blue round plastic disc dangly earrings, silver bracelet with three blue lapis squares.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Clicking Stones.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 29, 2017

Went to Morton Arboretum for a little bit:  Pink chenille vest, lilac/white striped long sleeve t-shirt, dark rinse denim jeans, white socks, black winter boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, pearl studs.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

January 28, 2017

A few little errands:  Lilac/white striped long sleeve t-shirt, cream mesh tank top underneath, dark rinse denim jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver dangly owl earrings with purple bead, "L" encrusted diamonds pendant necklace.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

January 27, 2017

Friday!  Charcoal gray one button blazer, lilac/white striped long sleeve t-shirt underneath, dark rinse denim jeans, white socks, gray gym shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, encrusted diamonds "L" pendant necklace, silver dangly owl earrings with purple bead.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Brown ponytail holder.  Reading:  Clicking Stones.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 26, 2017

Saw the sun for a moment!  Dark rinse denim jacket, white sleeveless buttondown shirt underneath, white camisole, charcoal gray pants, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring, white gold/diamonds/sapphire bar earrings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Clicking Stones.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 25, 2017

11 months until Christmas!  :)  White/black pattern long sleeve buttondown shirt, cream mesh tank top, black pleated skirt, nude pantyhose, black/white plaid rubber wellies, black/bright colors whimsical oriental pattern Mary Jane heels.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with black stone, silver hoop earrings with black/white polka dot bead.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Clicking Stones.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 24, 2017

Another cloudy day:  Brown short sleeve open swingy cardigan, blush/gold thread flutter sleeve top underneath, cream mesh tank top, brown pants, nude knee-high pantyhose, brown animal print peep toe wedges.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, three brown sparkly stones bracelets, black cord necklace with brown sparkly stones starburst pattern pendant, three sparkly brown stones dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Brown ponytail holder, three coral fabric flowers barrette.  Reading:  Clicking Stones.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 23, 2017

Back to work:  Yellow thin cotton long sleeve cardigan, navy/white mini polka dots ruffle collar sleeveless shell, navy skirt, navy tights, navy shoes with bow in the front.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, two pearl bracelets, two clear stones bracelets, two pearls drop earrings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Clicking Stones.

January 22, 2017

Grocery shopping:  Black zip-up long sleeve sweater jacket with lambswool, teal long sleeve t-shirt with sheer hem, black herringbone pattern leggings, black socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, dangly silver wire earrings with turquoise jewel.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.

January 21, 2017

Such a pretty day!  Black zip-up long sleeve sweater jacket with lambswool, teal long sleeve t-shirt with sheer hem, black herringbone pattern leggings, black socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, dangly silver wire earrings with turquoise jewel, teal flower pin.  Outerwear:  Black thin cotton scarf.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.

January 20, 2017

Friday!  Black one button Banana Republic blazer, teal long sleeve t-shirt with sheer hem, black herringbone pattern leggings, black socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with amethyst and opal, dangly silver wire earrings with turquoise jewel, teal flower pin.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.  Reading:  Starting:  Clicking Stones by Nancy Tyler Glenn.  At night, Forno Rosso for dinner.

January 19, 2017

Lots o' meetings:  *New* charcoal gray PRPL short sleeve polo, white camisole underneath, denim skirt, gray ribbed tights, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, black and white stones small owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Finished!  Unfollow and Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 18, 2017

Mid-week:  Camel fisherman knit cashmere crewneck sweater, white camisole underneath, cream flowy Banana Republic skirt, nude pantyhose, brown runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, rose gold band with diamonds, antique gold long necklace with a bunch of charms, diamond studs.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat, black winter gloves.  Hair thing:  One gold barrette, antique charms headband.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to: Brain Maker.

January 17, 2017

1-17-17:  White high/low hem long sleeve sweater, olive ribbed long sleeve long cotton dress, black tights, white/black plaid wellies, black suede heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver ring with green stone, forest green cloisonne bracelet, etched silver hoops with dangly pendant with sparkly olive green stone.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Unfollow, volume 1, 140 characters.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 16, 2017

Worked at night:  Camel long knit open cardigan, white/black windowpane plaid sleeveless shell underneath, black mock croc belt, black houndstooth pattern leggings, white socks, white/black plaid wellies, dark purple runched suede knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, rose gold band with diamonds, burnished gold owl face earrings, bronze heart shaped pin with silver feet.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Brown ponytail holder.

January 15, 2017

Birthday party at Hemmingway's, Chinatown for dinner (yum and fun!):  Black lacy short sleeve Banana Republic dress, off-black pantyhose, black/bright colors whimsical oriental pattern ankle-strap heels.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring and matching earrings, silver Tiffany heart pendant necklace, white gold bow ties bracelet, white gold/diamonds bow chain link bracelet, bronze heart-shaped pin with silver feet.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat.

January 14, 2017

Shopping for birthday party supplies :)  Tan hooded knit zip-up cardigan, brown short sleeve t-shirt underneath, mom jeans, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Starting:  Unfollow, Volume 1, 140 Characters by Rob Williams.

January 13, 2017

Off, went shopping at Oak Brook, Gibson's for an early dinner:  Black "Blackhawks" long sleeve t-shirt, mom jeans, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.

January 12, 2017

My Friday :)  Navy short sleeve knit open cardigan, light gray fleece sleeveless dress, gray tights, black winter boots, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry: watch, rings, white gold ring with aquamarine stone, dangly silver rectangle earrings with blue glass inside, multiple silver beads and clear beads bracelet.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Brain Maker

January 11, 2017

Wearing a new Christmas item!  *New* Gray/tan/cream marled pattern open knit cardigan with fringe, gray ribbed 3/4 sleeve turtleneck underneath, charcoal gray pants, white socks, gray slouchy suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver dangly owl earrings with purple bead.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat, red furry earmuffs, black winter gloves.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 10, 2017

Not as cold out:  Mushroom brown/cream arctic pattern shawl collar long sleeve buttondown knit cardigan, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, black pants, black suede heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring and matching earrings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and accessories.  Hair thing:  Brown ponytail holder.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 9, 2017

Monday again, wearing Christmas presents!  Fuschia alpaca long sleeve fancy buttons cardigan, black short sleeve t-shirt dress underneath, black tights with velour rosettes, black winter boots, black sparkly shoes.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold horseshoe pendant with diamond necklace, *new* dangly earrings with turquoise and silver leaf shaped pendant.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.  Listening to:  Brain Maker.

January 8, 2017

At work:  Cornflower blue/navy floral short sleeve buttondown tie-back dress, black long sleeve t-shirt underneath, dark blue gray knit tights, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, chunky bright navy beads necklace, big royal blue round plastic disc dangly earrings.  Outerwear:  Fur coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing: Two silver barrettes.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

January 7, 2017

At work:  Gray herringbone pants suit, navy/mini white polka dots ruffle collar sleeveless shell underneath, nude knee-high pantyhose, black crossed front low heels.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, long silver wire earrings with two pendants at the bottom, white gold ring with pearl.  Outerwear:  Fur coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two silver barrettes.

January 6, 2017

Off!  Gray 3/4 sleeve layered front t-shirt, mom jeans, white socks, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Fur coat and winter accessories.  Reading:  Chicago magazine.

January 5, 2017

My Friday!  Red ribbed v-neck sweater with flounce at sleeves and hem, cream mesh tank top underneath, black pleated skirt, black tights, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold bow chain link bracelet with diamonds, silver with black sparkly bead dangly costume jewelry owl earrings.  Outerwear:  Fur coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.  Reading:  Will finish!  Ella Minnow Pea.

January 4, 2017

Back to work:  Brown cable knit shrunken furry vest, cream ribbed 3/4 sleeve turtleneck underneath, brown leather skirt, brown tights, brown leather heeled ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, burnished gold owl face earrings, browns/pinks beads bracelet.  Outerwear:  Fur coat, mink hat, black winter gloves, cream knit scarf.  Hair thing:  Two brown barrettes.  Reading:  Ella Minnow Pea.

January 3, 2017

Off again!  Gray 3/4 sleeve layered front t-shirt, dark rinse denim jeans, white socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, silver olive leaf ring, white gold bow chain link bracelet with diamonds and matching earrings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.

January 2, 2017

At work, daytime version:  Paprika J. Crew shift dress with front pockets, gray ribbed tights, gray suede slouchy ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, sparkly beads necklace with turquoise agate pendant, big fake diamond studs, blue/turquoise/orange/gold/brown beads cuff bracelet.  Outerwear:  Long North Face long down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Brown ponytail holder.  Reading:  Ella Minnow Pea.

January 1, 2017

New year!  T-shirt, lounge pants, slippers.  Jewelry:  rings.  Hair thing:  Big browns/greens tortoiseshell barrette.

December 31, 2016

A little shopping during the day:  Burgundy/gold thread long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole underneath, dark rinse denim jeans, cream socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.
At night, Hemmingway's with friends to ring in the New Year!  Red v-neck ribbed sweater with flounce at cuffs and hem, silver/black thread tulip skirt, black tights, black heeled suede ankle boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings, white gold/diamonds bow chain link bracelet and matching earrings, silver olive leaf ring. Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat, cream knit fingerless gloves.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.

December 30, 2016

Another day off!  Burgundy/gold thread long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole underneath, dark rinse denim jeans, cream socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.

December 29, 2016

Off!  Burgundy/gold thread long sleeve t-shirt, white camisole underneath, dark rinse denim jeans, cream socks, black runched knee-high boots.  Jewelry:  watch, rings.  Outerwear:  Long North Face down coat and winter accessories.  Hair thing:  Two black barrettes.