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Raspberry Pink Cardigan, Black Slacks, and Gold Jewelry Forever 21 | Black and Floral Nissa Wrap Top Diane Von Furstenberg | Graffiti Print Bag Coach Poppy | Gold Venus Flats CoachOne of the most exciting days at work so far!

This morning I handled the slideshow presentations during the all staff meeting, and despite my slight fear of public speaking and being in front of a crowd, I think I did a good job of looking comfortable since I am on good terms with a majority of the staff members. I would have worn a dress to the meeting, but I also had to help out with the filming of our second lab safety video.

It was so much fun helping out with writing the script and actually participating with the filming. It was a nice change of pace from what I usually do during the day, and it makes me want to really get into a field where I can be creative and be excited about what I am working on.

I think I am also doing a better job with my blog, but I am also unsure at times what niche I am in. On the one hand I have my own personal style with stuff that I thrifted and love because I found them after lots of digging. On the other hand some of the items I own are not always budget friendly (but that is in part because I had a shopping problem way back in the day). Although I try to be wise with how I spend my money, like thrifting and reinventing how I wear something, I still will splurge on some designer shoes or bags (saving up for a Marc Jacobs bag at the moment).

I don’t know where I am headed, but I know I am having fun at the moment and hope that more people will see that. Fashion is supposed to be fun after all.

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Tiger Print Jeanne Wrap Dress Diane Von Furstenberg (similar here) | Tiger Bangle Forever 21 | Nude Ulltra Patent Pumps Steve Madden | Sunglasses Tory BurchI feel amazing.
Not just because I am wearing a DVF wrap dress I actually thrifted (yes, this beauty was found at a thrift store), but because I kicked butt with the presentation I had at work that I collaborated with the Director of our office.
Needless to say, not only did it feel good rocking a designer dress I did not pay much for,  but I felt proud of the work I did and the positive feedback I received for it.
Now not only do I look good in terms of the way I dress, but I am also looking good in the eyes of my boss as a valuable team member.
If only work was always this easy. Oh well, at least shopping is. 
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 Black and White Button Down Kailey Shirt Diane Von Furstenberg | Black Cardigan, Shiny Black Pants, Bow Ring Forever 21 | Black Patent Ulltra pumps Steve MaddenHurray! A post uploaded the day the photo was taken, so we are back on schedule. 
It has been an interesting day, and all because I am finally working on more projects for the Director of our office. I realized today how much I would love to have a job where I can be creative, contribute ideas, and be able to just create things that are worthwhile. My work today did not feel like work, and I felt I could work on the photos and Powerpoint for hours. 
I read recently on a forum for recent college grads about the 3 choices one can make after finishing school. One is to work right away and work on your passion on the side until it takes off, the second is to dive all in with whatever savings you have and see where your passion can take you. The third of course is to just work in a career and not worry if it is your passion, and unfortunately that is usually the case in order to have financial stability. 
I feel like I am doing option 1 at the moment by not only working on my blog (which I could also spend hours on), but also by learning the basics of decorating cakes.  Some days I want to be a reporter for a fashion magazine, the next a stylist, and then an amazing pastry chef. 
As long as I keep at it, I’m sure it is only a matter of time before I figure out what I really want to do.

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Green Crepe Dress Chloe | Lion Pack Belt Deena & Ozzy | Cuff Forever 21 | Black Patent Ulltra Pumps Steve Madden | Similar look hereDifferent hairstyle today! I feel one always has really good hair days, and others not so much. I have also been feeling a bit blah when having the same look everyday (even though it works for me). I really like how this bun came out, and it was so simple! I can see myself using it with future outfits more often! I even wore lipstick (a really neutral shade) because I felt this look required some.
This Chloe dress was purchase at Crossroads recently, and so was the belt! The belt, however, was purchased about 3 years ago, and I had only worn it once before with an oxford shirt. The shades of bronze really compliment the dress, and it seems as if the two pieces were made for each other. This is another example why some pieces should not be tossed out of your closet because you never know when you might something that works well with it. This look is one of my favorites, and it reminded me of maybe what an art curator or librarian would wear. I am just missing the reading glasses.

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