The Styleboard Outfit Post

I was feeling under the weather yesterday so I never took a photo of my outfit. I got to thinking today that that is such a shame because it was rather cute... The socks were really the main point of the outfit and I would hate for you guys not to see it in action. Instead of putting it all back on (aka - annoying), I opted to create a new styleboard on Kaboodle to show it off...

What I Wore:... by konde1kn

Dress: Merona, Thrifted (Similar to the one shown - buy it here!)
Sweater: Merona, Target (Similar to the own shown - buy it here!)
Socks: Fair Isle in Red, Ozone Socks, Won in a giveaway!
Shoes: Dolce Vita for Target, Target, $7.48 (clearance)
Earrings: Ocean Blue flower earrings, An Blath Paipeir, Won in a giveaway!

Are these socks amazing or what? I was really excited when I found out I won two free pairs of Ozone Socks from Second Time Around. In fact, I found out that I won on April 13th, Rachel sent my address and requested socks to Ozone on April 14th and I had the socks in my mailbox on April 18th! If that isn't great service, I don't know what is! Anyway, the second I saw these socks, I knew they had to be mine! I love their fair isle design and actually wouldn't mind getting them in the other colors too. I've only recently become a sock wearing kind of girl but these have absolutely made an impression on me. They're in my closet for keeps!

And the earrings... Please be sure to check out the An Blath Paipeir shop. These earrings are made from recycled paper as are the rest of their brooches, earrings, barrettes and headbands. SO COOL, right? I was worried that I would wreck them within the first five seconds of handling, but that couldn't be further from the truth. They are super sturdy and completely unique.

Oh, finally, one more fun story about these socks: I was walking back to work after my lunch ended when I saw my old boss. She smiled and said "Those are some wild socks there, funky girl!" to which I replied with a "Would you expect any less!?" No. No she would not. :)

Rock That Vote!

I'm just going to put this out there - I am not against theme dressing. Easter time? Perfect time to dress in pastel Easter egg dye colors. Halloween around the corner? Give me orange and black. (Which you would have noticed last week if I would not have been so busy!) And it's no different for election day...


White tank: (underneath) Walmart
Plaid Button Up: This is actually my boyfriend's shirt! Old Navy
Red Sweater: Old Navy, Thrifted, $2.50
Jeans: Banana Republic, thrifted ions ago
Plaid Shoes: Rocketdog, thrifted ions ago
Glasses: SEE Eyewear
I've been meaning to wear this sweater for a while. It is so soft, so comfortable and so bright. Did you notice I'm dressed down and it's not a Friday? I always get election day off from work. My job does have its perks every now and again! Good thing, too, because I am feeling terrible... You'll have to ignore the fact that I am extra pale and red-nosed. The cold/flu/whatever bug has crept back to me once again... I'm currently self-medicating with tomato soup.

Ready to show your support on election day? Check out these election inspired picks that I put together...


1. Striped Boat Neck Tee @ Old Navy, $10
2. Vintage Red/White/Denim Blue Dress @ Good Golly Miss Mollys, $20
3. Personalized Applique Initial Coin Purse @ Chip & Bloom, $24
4. Tiny Silver Eagle Pin @ Evening Angel, $5
5. Cabridge Classy Striped Cardigan @ Ruche, $38.99
6. Haiku Scarf in White Rabbit @ Modcloth, $24.99
7. Tiny Silver Star Stud Earrings @ Michelle Chang Jewelry, $30
8. Knee Length Flower Pop skirt @ Sunshine In The Cellar, $21
9. Forget-Me-Dot Frock @ Modcloth, $44.99
10. Vintage white shirt dress @ By Gone Eras Vintage, $38
11. Vintage gold eagle necklace @ Story Land Vintage, $8
12. City Graphic T @ Gap, $9.99
13. UO Suede Pump @ Urban Outfitters, $48
14. Long Sleeve V-Neck Sweater w/ Sequin Pocket @ Kmart, $24.49
15. Converse Jack Purcell @ Zappos, $55
16. Vintage Peppermit Dot Scarf @ The Bag Basement, $12
17. Roosevelt Eyeglass Frame @ Warby Parker, $95
18. Vintage button down shirt @ Fine Vintage Apparel, $8.40
19. Broad Striped Floral Dress @ Lea's Vintage, $25
20. Adorable vintage blazer @ Sacre Coeur Vintage, $32

Not sure where you are supposed to vote? Don't let that stop you -

Inspired by: VIOLET

A few weeks ago, I came across Harper's Bazaar list of Fashionable Young Stars. The minute I set my eyes on this photo of Anna Kendrick (Twilight), I was hooked.

Yes, the dress (Alberta Ferretti) is amazing... but that color! Oh, that color. I had to have more...


1. Chunky Wool Knit Headband in Bright Purple @ Whitebat, $16
2. Rhododendron Flower Heel @ ModCloth, $124.99
3. Vintage electric violet boucle slouch cardigan @ NikitaJade, $42
4. Sam Edelman studded platform heel @ Shop Akira, $189
5. XXXLarge Rock Candy Brazilian Quartz ring @ Beijo Flor, $99
6. Kensie Girl Selina bow heel @ Shop Akira, $49.90
7. Steve Madden Dedee Purple Suede Heel @ 6pm.com, $47.97
8. ROSA LUXE pyrite & pink druzy necklace @ Beijo Flor, $89
9. Rebecca Minkoff Belle purse @ My Obssessions Boutique, $350
10. Aryn K silk flounce waist dress @ Shop Akira, $119.90
11. Sewing Machine Tee @ Caustic Threads, $16
12. Vintage bright floral confetti fabric @ Thriftypyg, $10

What do you think? I think this is going to be a huge color once spring hits!

Sting Like A Bee

Guys, I cannot stop thinking about yellow and black. Together. Forever.


1. Vintage Dressy Dress @ Bottle Blonde Vintage, $18
2. Vintage Splatter Paint Metal Pierced Earrings @ The Turnip Truck, $8.50
3. Vintage Bumble Bee Sweater Knit Pencil Skirt @ Mother Midnight, $24
4. Vintage Bumble Bee Color Block Top @ Tamallama, $20
5. Beaded Indi Necklace @ StockExchange, $25
6. Vintage Egyptian Abstract Print Skirt @ Regal Beagle Vintage, $22
7. Sail Me To The Sunset Top @ Shop Ruche, $22.99

What is your favorite color combination right now?

Online Shopping Must: Kaboodle

Sunday Morning... by konde1kn

Check out the latest styleboard I made using Kaboodle.com. It's my take on their latest contest: Fashionably Fit.

If you've never used Kaboodle.com, I urge you to reconsider or check it out! It's the ultimate tool for a shopper - especially if you like to shop online or enjoy sharing your finds with others. I initially joined the site in 2007 (I can't believe it was that long ago!) and have used it consistently ever since. In fact, I've even been given the esteemed pleasure of being deemed an A-Lister for the past two years!

Are you a Kaboodler? Did you just sign up? Add me as a friend! Let's shop together!