The Best of 2012

The end of the year is a time of reflection and since this is a fashion blog, I've decided to reflect in the most superficial way possible; my ten favourite outfits of 2012!

No Tights Tuesday from March.

Conspiracy Theories from April

Ra Ra Rasputin from May. I love the 60s vibe of this dress. And it has the best buttons!

A Little Glitter, a casual outfit from June.

Hard Headed Woman from June.

Think Cold Thoughts from September.

Off To Work I Go, showcasing a special RDog purse present (my Kate Spade bag).

Pin Spree, an outfit inspired by Pinterest.

Here Comes The Fire, showcasing another special purse (the Edie Attache Bag). It was the year of the purse for me with three new purse additions.

In It's A Battle, I show that I'm no longer scared of colour.

Super Fun because I felt super hot that day. Technically that's 11 but I was never really good at math.

Happy New Year!

In Between The Storms

Sweater: Old Navy
Jeans: J Crew Factory
Belt: Land's End Canvas
Boots: Naturalizer
Bracelets: Banana Republic Factory and J Crew Factory

RDog and I both have a nice stretch of vacation. We have been spending most of our time holed up at home (some days we don't even take off our pjs!). It's a nice time not to have to leave the house because we have been hit with several winter storms in the past week.

Yesterday afternoon, I was starting to go a little stir-crazy so we headed out for an afternoon date of a trip to the record store and a matinee movie (Life of Pi is just as good as the book).

It's good we got out while we did because we are in the midst of another storm and another 30 cm of snow.

December Purchases

Forever 21 Wool Fedora - $4.99
J Crew Factory Gold and Crystal Link Bracelet - $17.20 (used Paypal credits)
J Crew Factory Charley Sweater - $18.80 (used Paypal credits)
J Crew Sterling Skirt in Double Serge Wool - $54.57
J Crew Factory Printed Boatneck Blouse - $31.60 (used Paypal credits)
Old Navy Lace Front Jersey - $13.40
Forever 21 Essential Houndstooth Blazer - $8.99
Forever 21 Striped Knee Length Skirt - $2.49
Forever 21 Jacquard Abstract Pattern Blazer - $9.49
Forever 21 Wavy Pleated Maxi Skirt - $6.99

Total: $100.92

I cut back on the spending this month to allow more money for Christmas presents. But I couldn't resist Forever 21's Boxing Day Sale. It's a gamble to see what a nine dollar blazer will look like in real life. It could be a waste of nine dollars or it could be the best nine dollars I've ever spent. It could go either way with Forever 21.

Kitty Sends Happy Holiday Wishes

Kitty and I are sending you happy holiday wishes.

It's been a busy few days around the KDot and RDog house.

There has been a lot of eating.

And more eating. . . 

My Christmas baking - thank you Pinterest!

Christmas morning breakfast.

Stacks of waffles were demolished this morning.

And lots of present opening!

I hope everyone is having a great week. 

I'm taking a break from the eating to do some Boxing Day online shopping! I've already hit Lush, Forever 21 and Banana Republic. Yah for sales!

I Can't Believe It

Blazer: Old Navy
Tank: Old Navy
Jeans: Talbots
Boots: Naturalizer
Bracelet: J Crew

This day was one of those days where I felt pretty darn fine until I looked at these photos and realized that my jeans were way too big,

Darn, I need to go jeans shopping because I have no idea what size I take now.

Silly problems, I know. But it still kind of blows my mind that my old size 6's and smalls are too big. I still sometimes feel like I am that old KDot who weighed 200 pounds. Really, I need to buy size extra small and 4's? I can't believe it (will last).

Winter Sparkles

Shirt: Old Navy
Skirt: J Crew Factory via EBay
Boots: Naturalizer
Bracelets: J Crew Factory and EBay

Today's outfit is inspired by Pinterest. Man, I love that site. When I saw this picture, I knew I had to copy it.

Source: theoutfitaddiction.blogspot.com via KDot on Pinterest

I already had the blue sparkly shirt and a green skirt was in the mail making its way to me. However, I wanted to wait until Christmas time. Daytime sequins seem more socially acceptable during the Christmas season. One of the reasons why I love Christmas!

J Crew Factory Coupons Codes

I have some J Crew Factory coupon codes set to expire tomorrow up for grabs. I have four codes for  10% off and free shipping for purchases over $75 and one code for 20% off and free shipping for a purchase over $125.

The Factory store changed some items prices today so there are some good deals to be found.

Including these cashmere cardigans. At $75, this is the lowest I've seen them. As anyone tried J Crew Factory cashmere? What is the quality like?

 

This sequin evening bag would be perfect for New YEar's Eve. I'm not sure if it would make it to Canada in time though.

I actually have this tweed skirt (see me wearing it here) and think this is a great buy.

I have this bracelet too. It looks more expensive than $20!

If you would like a code, leave a comment and I'll email you one.

Bad Cats

Sweater: J Crew
Shirt: Mexx
Skirt: J Crew Factory
Necklace: J Crew Factory
Shoes: Naturalizer

It was a theme day at school so I had to show my spirit by wearing red and green.

I also wore my new necklace from J Crew Factory. I love it but it was quickly destroyed by my cats.

When my package arrived, I unwrapped my necklace and left it on our front hallway table. One of my cats promptly came along, jumped on the table and swatted the necklace to the tile floor knocking some beads off never to be seen again. I'm still going to wear it though.

Darn cats; good thing they're cute!

Scarves and Snow

Shirt: J Crew
Skirt: J Crew Factory
Scarf: Old Navy
Shoes: Naturalizer

I'm really proud of myself; I actually wore one of my many scarves!

It's another snow day here. This is the current view from my front door.

I think we'll have a white Christmas.

Casual Sequins

Shirt: Old Navy
Jeans: J Crew
Belt: Land's End Canvas
Shoes: Naturalizer

It was casual day for me. I do casual by wearing sequins!

I dragged poor sick RDog out of bed to take these pictures. He stayed home "sick" for the day, which really meant he worked from home. While home, he managed to capture this little angel sitting in the sun.

She is so adorable, I just had to share.

Oh and yes, RDog is feeling much better now.

On Repeat

Sweater: J Crew
T-shirt: J Crew
Skirt: J Crew Factory
Shoes: Naturalizer
Necklace: J Crew Factory

This is basically a repeat of my last posted outfit. But hey, it's my uniform and it works.

A Little Something Something

Sweater: J Crew
T-shirt: J Crew
Necklace: J Crew Factory
Skirt: J Crew Factory
Shoes: Naturalizer

I decided today would be a treat day so I headed to Sephora after school to pick up a little something something for me.

I choose a new powder from Make-up Forever and then got all this loot as a gift.

My purchase was also enough to bring up to the V.I.B point. Yah for whatever that means.

Then I got Chinese food. This is not related to fashion or makeup but it was really yummy so I thought I'd let you know.

Have a great weekend!

Mini Marshmallow Shortage

Cardigan: J Crew
Blouse: Old Navy
Skirt: J Crew Factory
Necklace: The Bay
Shoes: Naturalizer


I'm not sure why my hands are balled up onto fists in this picture. I was not angry.

Ok, maybe I was little bit angry. There is a mini-marshmallow shortage in my city!

I have a urge to make these but cannot find the key ingredient; fruit flavoured mini-marshmallows. Every grocery store I check has its marshmallow shelf cleaned out.

If you have mini-marshmallows, peanut butter and butterscotch chips, you should totally make Confetti Squares. They are so worth it.

Don't worry, I'm still eating clean on workdays; just planning for my weekend treats.

Super Fun

Dress: H & M
Blazer: Old Navy
Necklace: J Crew Factory
Clutch: J Crew
Boots: Naturalizer

I wore this to my staff Christmas party last weekend. I recycled the same dress from RDog's staff party but made it more teacher-ish with the addition of the blazer.

I don't socialize too much with my fellow teachers but I should more often because we both had a blast. Teacher staff parties are super fun!