Private Benjamin

I tried this pink top on a month ago, and decided that I'd never wear it because the bra situation is a mess with that neckline. Then, I saw a bunch of bloggers in it, and I was sad I hadn't just plunked down the $18 for it. On a recent Forever trip, I spied it again and took that baby home!

I'm wearing a bra that can cross in the back, but even then, it takes some maneuvering to make sure the straps stay tucked in. I wore the jacket all day, so it wasn't an issue. But if I wore this by itself, I'd have to go strapless or come up with some kind of crazy contraption.

ALSO: I announced to Jill that I was no longer going to buy cheap shoes. I end up wearing them once, they tear up my feet, and then I'm scared to ever wear them again. Two days later, I bought these little camo ballet flats for $14 at Gap. Willpower of steal. But the great news is that they are super comfy even after a day of traipsing all over school, so all is well!

Jacket Halogen (similar)

Shirt Forever 21

Pants Old Navy in Gray Charles

Shoes Gap (on sale in store, similar)

Ruffle My Feathers

Here's a flashback that was hiding on Jill's computer. You can tell it's old because I'm missing an important piece of jewelry. My sister gave me this sweater for my birthday several years ago, only to find out that I had already bought the exact same one for myself! I added a pop of red shoe to the otherwise neutral outfit, and then snuck in the tiny red bracelet to help them make sense.

• Sweater old Gap (similar, similar)


• Blouse J. Crew (similar)


• Ring gift (buy)


• Pants old Gap (similar)


• Shoes old Rampage (similar)