Day 142: Champagne Cocktail

And as the first stage of the The Everything Project wrapped up, I got a haircut! I should have done this months ago, but I always try to grow my hair long until it gets too unhealthy and I need to get it chopped again. I promise to get regular haircuts in a timely manner from now on.  The weather outside has been incredible lately, and for that, I am very thankful.  But the sun has been setting early, and by the time I was dressed for our friends Steph and Dave's party on Friday evening, the sun had set. The good thing about that is you get to see this cranberry champagne cocktail, which is very delicious. Steph and Dave sure know how to entertain, and we had a great time.  Photo quality is the price I pay for the early sunset, though.  I had planned for this to be my final outfit of the project until I receive or purchase new clothes, but I found a sweater of mine on Dave's side of the closet on Friday.  The project lives on! 

Dress: Theory

Cardigan: H&M

Shoes: Nine West via TJ Maxx

Assess the Dress

As I analyzed my wardrobe over the weekend, I found 3 dresses that I haven't yet worn since way, way before July 6, 2011. I like them, but I have no idea when I would wear them.  I'm not attending my company's holiday party this year, and I don't think I would have worn any of these even if I were.  I don't anticipate wearing them to any of the weddings I attend next year. So this is what it's all about: I gave these dresses away. They're currently in my sister's possession since she has singing performances and more opportunites for dressing up, and until she donates them, I could technically take them back if I find a time that I would like to wear them. But I want to know what you think. Do you think I should keep any of these dresses? Would you like to see me wearing any of them this holiday season?

Green dress: Was Betsy's, maybe from Francesca's?? Wore it in 2009 for a Theta reunion

Black dress: Very old, Not sure where I got it.  Last wore it for a Christmas party in 2007



Red dress: David's Bridal. Wore as a bridesmaid in Denise & Dan's wedding in 2009.
Happy almost anniversary, friends!! 



Day 93: What I Wore to the Wedding!

Alicia and Tommy got married on October 7! Unfortunately, it was raining, so the wedding was moved inside, but we still had a great time, and we had plenty of time to soak up the sun the rest of the time.  The Avallones are probably my blog's biggest fans, so Tommy wanted a picture to show off the dress so he could guarantee a spot in this post. Of course I'm going to include my favorite new married couple!

One reason I am very lucky to have so many people in my life who like to share clothes with me is that I get to wear something I might not ordinarily buy.  For instance, I think this dress is beautiful and was a perfect choice for Alicia and Tommy's Jamaican wedding, though I'm not sure if I would have bought it for myself. I love how it is perfectly tropical, but if I had a jean jacket, I would also want to wear it to dinner in 50-or 60-degree weather back home. Please also notice that Dave is doing a good job making the most of his wardrobe as well, as he's wearing the vest and pants from our own wedding. We a generally a couple whose outfits complement one anothers' pretty well, but we did not do any dress-tie coordination this time, as you can see.

Dress: Rebecca's, from Anthropologie

Necklace: Gift from Mom?

I am also wearing shoes

Day 87: Bachelorette in Black

Alicia's bachelorette party was on Saturday night! The dress code was exclusively hot purple and black.  The only clothes I have in those colors are more appropriate for work than they are for play, so I borrowed this number from my sister. She usually wears it with a camisole underneath, but I showed a little more skin through the lace.The party was a blast, and Shannon, the matron of honor, did a great job pulling it together! Two days from now I will be in Jamaica, ready for the wedding on Friday!! Congratulations, Alicia and Tommy!

Dress: Betsy's, from Urban Outfitters

Belt: J. Crew

Shoes: Nine West

Earrings: From Mom, I think from Aunt Kim

Purse: Liz Claiborne

Doesn't the bride look great in her dress from Forever 21?

Day 67: Celebrating the future Mrs. Avallone

Alicia is getting married next month! I've been friends with Alicia for 10 years now, and she and Tommy are getting married in Jamaica next month. I'm very much looking forward to celebrating with her there, but it was fun to celebrate at her bridal shower in New Jersey this past weekend.  In honor of Alicia, this outfit had a little extra bit of shine than what I might normally wear. It was a challenge to style because the dress is enormously baggy, but you know my motto.  When in doubt, belt it.

Dress: Gift from Betsy, from Coco & Lolly

Belt: Francesca's

Shoes: Payless

Earrings: Three Sirens boutique

Here's my attempt at the bridal shower hat made of bows and ribbons from gift packaging. She wore it well! Photo courtesy of Shannon, the Matron of Honor.