To Close it Up

There you have it and there you are.

{If you're super duper observant, you've already noticed that number 4 is missing.  Read HERE to remember why}

It is no secret that I am incredibly glad to be finished with this challenge.  I've mentioned before that I was less than enthused with my 30 pieces as I got into the mixing.  However, looking back at the full, finished catalog of outfits, I'm pleased with how the whole deal turned out.

This time I ended up wearing a bunch of outfits (using these items of course) that didn't get photographed.  If I ever decide to participate in another 30x30 challenge, I would not do that again.  Because I did, the challenge seemed to (and did) drag on waaaaaaaaaaay longer than it needed to.  In the end it became more of a chore and less of an adventure.  It sort of zapped my creativity.  Eeek! I for one do not ever want blogging to be a chore.  Boo to that idea!

I had aspirations of waxing philosophical in this post, but as I sit here at the keyboard I just kind of want to be finished with this whole thing.  I have indeed learned some lessons (good and bad) about my closet and myself through this challenge.  I still really believe in the 30x30 concept and find Miss Kendi to be a sheer genius with a giant sized brain for conceiving of such a thing.  I'm ultra glad I finished.  But now I am just extremely ready to have some quality time with the rest of my closet... So, if you'll excuse me I'm off to give my other clothes a little attention.

To Finish it Up

These pictures almost didn't get taken.

It was the end of the night and my belly was full dinner.  The hubby and I were tired and ready to call it a day.


But then I remembered the one-day-sale happening at Old Navy the next day and knew that I could only go if I got these shots and finished the challenge.

30, 30, 30, 30 is all I have to say!

Sheath Dress (2nd Hand); Brown Cardigan (Gap)Favorite Belt (thrift store find); Brown Boots (Victoria's Secret)Grey Tights (Target)
Oh, that and, wait until you see the adorable sun dress I wrestled out the clutches of the crazy masses for only $9 on Saturday afternoon at that sale!
What was the first thing you bought after finishing your challenge?


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Cocktail Dresses by Jones New York

To Figure a Few Things Out

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Internet, I'd like to share with you the result of eating a bucket of movie theater popcorn for dinner.

Super puffy eyes the next morning...

White Blouse (F21); Black Sweater Vest (Express)Black Skirt (gifted); Pink Striped Scarf (no clue)Black Tights (Gap); Black Mary Janes (Free from CSN!!)Pink Flower Pin (itsolive)
As a result, there will be a seriously limited collection of pictures today.Lesson learned.


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Crewnecks & Scoopnecks by DSquared

To Cheer on the "Home" Team

Last weekend the Men's SoCon Tournament games were in Chattanooga.

I picked out this outfit unaware that Blue and Gold are the colors of the UTC (University of TN - Chattanooga) Mocs.  What luck!

Unfortunately the Mocs were not as lucky as I was.  They pretty much sucked.

But, I looked cute.  And isn't that what's most important?

This picture sums up much of the game.  

Please take note of: Cheerleaders that waved a whole lot more than they cheered. The weird way the coaches carried stools out to the middle of the floor for the players to sit on during time outs. A sweat mop which I can only assume was pushing sweat around by about 10 minutes into the game since the absorbent part was never replaced or wrung out.

These things were much more entertaining than the actual game.  Did I mention that the Mocs sucked it up?

Thankfully we had wonderful friends with us! Thanks for making the night enjoyable, Miss Amy.

Otherwise, I might have been this lady...(Yes, she is reading a book at a Basketball game.)

Blue Plaid Button Up (Thrifted); Gold Sweater (2nd Hand ~ Banana Republic)Boyfriend Jeans (Gap); Brown Boots (Victoria's Secret)Gold Belt (Thrifted); Blue Necklace (Gifted)

Sorry for the indoor photos... it was raining cats and dogs (as it has been all week).

At least you get a glimpse of Spike the cutest dog in the world. 

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Teen Girls' Denim by American Eagle

To Spread the Word

More than 1 million people in the US are living with HIVHigh risk heterosexual activity is the source of 80% of newly diagnosed infections in women HIV/AIDS is the 5th leading cause of death among women aged 25-44 in the US


Every 9½ minutes (on average) someone in the United States is infected with HIVSeven of the 10 states with the highest case rates among women are in the South


21% of those infected with HIV don't know it


Three critical ways to reduce your risk:Focus on Abstinence / Focus on Monogamy / Focus on Safer Sex

Leopard Print Tank (Express); Black Skirt (gifted)

Fishnets (Vintage); Red "Knock Off" J. Simps (Payless)

Skinny Red Belt (Charlotte Russe); Nail Polish (OPI / Vodka & Caviar)

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Sources:
Centers for Disease Control
The Red Pump Project
Act Against Aids

Tanks by Bebe

To Focus on the Details

Sometimes an outfit is all about the small details.

This is one of those times.


The super basic ivory turtleneck and flirty black skirt have been challenge staples.  And how many times have you seen me wearing these black strappy heels?  Since you've seen them all so often, I suggest you focus instead on the pretty little details.


 I love this incredibly inexpensive "faux" python belt.  And I know I'm always looking for an excuse to wear a feather in my hair.

Black Skirt (gifted); Ivory Turtleneck (Express)

Faux Python Skinny Belt (Charlotte Russe); Feather Hair Clip (Handmade by my girl, Lisa)

Herringbone Tights; Strappy Heels (Me TOO)

All that being said, I don't blame you if you're more interested in that picturesque sunset, though.  

I know I am!

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Mid-length Skirts at Kohl's

To Join in the Fun

I'm pretty sure I don't have to tell you, but today is finally Everybody, Everywear day!!!

March means polka dots around those parts and that makes me happy as a clam.

Partly, because I actually have a polka dot item in my 30X30 items.{yes... I'm still chugging away}And partly because polka dots make me smile.



You know what else makes me smile?These fluffy white trees all over Chattanooga.{yes... I'm talking about trees again.}


However, please do not mistake them for Dogwoods or the hubby's hair dresser will rip you a new one.  She is apparently a flowering tree expert and does not take kindly to these stinky but beautiful Bradford Pears being mistaken for Dogwoods.  Suffice it to say, the hubby learned that the hard way.  Consider yourself warned.

Now it's time to click on the button below and visit all the other lovely polka dot sportin' bloggers playing along with Everybody, Everywear today!!

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Cardigans by New York & Co.

To Need Accessories

This outfit seems to need something...

I could tell when I looked in the mirror.


Now looking at these pictures, it's even more obvious to me.I just can't put my finger on what it is that it needs.

Suggestions????Please...


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