Seasons

Ya know how I told you in March that I got a new job?

Well, guess what? I got a new job!

I know, I didn't last very long as Assistant Principal. What can I say? Management is not my cup of tea. Plus, the whole time I was at that job, I desperately just wanted to be in the classroom, teaching little ones!

So, after about a month of searching {and WOW it is difficult to interview for a new job while you still have another job! I felt like a double-agent or something}, I was able to find a Kindergarten Teaching position!

I get to be in the classroom every day, teaching precious little children. Yay!

That being said, they have a different dress code: collared shirts, which I typically despise, so wish me luck! To counter-act the collared shirts, I've been spicing up my look with cute skirts, fabulous cardis, skinny jeans {oh how I love "Donate $ to charity and Wear Jeans on Friday"}, and adorable flats.

Here are some work-appropriate items I'm currently loving:

Payless

Old Navy

J.Crew

Payless

Old Navy

Puma

Old Navy

The Puma flats are a little unusual for me, but they are sooooo comfortable! They also have them in a mushroom color which are not available online, but they do have them at the King of Prussia Puma store, which is just 20 minutes away.

Does your job have a dress code that makes you cringe?

Have you seen any other clothes or shoes in stores that you are dying to purchase?

Gray + Black

While on the hunt for clothes to bridge my Summer and Fall wardrobes, I stumbled upon Old Navy's online sale section and immediately fell in love...

hmm...how did I end up with all gray and black? I suppose it's because I always try to purchase neutral items that would be perfect for work but can also be worn for play. Plus, I would rather buy something that I can wear with several different outfits, rather than something colorful or with a bold pattern that I can only wear a few times. Don't hate me because I'm boring resourceful!

So, how do we feel about that gray, denim, distressed jacket? Discuss.

Summer Shopping

I'll be spending the weekend in New York with my mom and little sister {my teeny tiny hometown, not NYC}. Roasting marshmallows, swimming and lounging by the pool...oh, and taking advantage of the LOFT's 40% off all SALE items!

The weather in NY tends to fluctuate rather quickly, so when I'm there in the summer, I like to either wear a tank top and jeans or shorts and a cardigan. Cute, yet comfy. Here is my ideal summer shopping outfit:

Shopping in L.A. by lovelylittlenest featuring Charlotte Russe

The Erin Skinny Destroyed
$90 - abercrombie.com
More Abercrombie & Fitch jeans »

Old Navy Womens Ruffle-Trim Jersey Camis
$9.99 - oldnavy.gap.com
More Old Navy clothing »

Mossimo Supply Co. Pocket Hobo - Tan : Target
$50 - target.com
More clothing »

Braided Knot Slingback Sandal
$13 - charlotterusse.com
More Charlotte Russe sandals »

Leaf Earring Set
$4 - charlotterusse.com
More Charlotte Russe earrings »

Old Navy Womens Long Filigree-Leaves Necklace
$15 - oldnavy.gap.com
More Old Navy necklaces »

So, what are your plans for the weekend?

Spring Sales

Oh how I love J.Crew. Their Spring Sales are right up my alley! Here are some of my favorite items on sale now:

cotton gauze petal cardigan

lux shimmer viel ballet flats

embroidered spray art tee

cropped ruffle cardigan

fishnet tights

solid twist-front bandeau tank swimsuit

cotton tuxedo ruffle sweater

perfect long sleeve v-neck tee

twisted chiffon cardi

tissue ruffle tank

Clearly, I love: ruffles, chiffon, and shades of white and aqua.

What spring sales have you had your eye on?

Working Wardrobe

I have a new job! You are now looking at the Assistant Principal of a private preschool in Pennsylvania ~ woohoo! To celebrate, I've decided to add to my wardrobe. The dress code for the position is not surprising {no sandals or open-toed shoes, nothing sleeveless, no jeans}. However, boots, tights, and leggings are all acceptable. Hurray for cute, comfy, and semi-casual clothes! So, here are some of the items I'm thinking about purchasing:

Old Navy

Old Navy

Charlotte Russe

Old Navy

Kohl's

Old Navy

Urban Outfitters

Target

Old Navy

Charlotte Russe

I really like the aforementioned stores because most of their clothes are trendy as well as inexpensive.

Hey, I'm an assistant principal, not a neurosurgeon! ;)

What are your go-to stores for fashionable, yet thrifty clothing?