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Closet Confection: Snake in the Grass

When: Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

Where: Work + Lunch Date w/ Hubby

What: Dress ($35 Banana Republic clearance sale), necklace (H&M), bracelet (Forever21), shoes ($30 Michael Kors via eBay), handbag ($88 Botkier via Gilt Groupe)

Here are a few quick pics of me sneaking a weasel date with my husband during lunch. We like to do this from time to time since we work so close to one another. I usually wear more conservative pumps with this dress, but I decided to step it up a notch for my hot date.

Because of its somewhat drab color (pale grey), it’s easy for this dress to look washed out and boring. So, I tossed on some dark chunky jewelry to provide contrast. For next time, I’m thinking a big coral necklace and cocktail ring would be perfection.

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Closet Confection: Becky Who?

When: Saturday, June 12th, 2010

Where: Hester Street Fair + Dinner at La Esquina

What: White eyelet dress (Forever21), sandals (Payless), bangles (H&M)

The weather was absolutely gorgeous yesterday! Not too hot, not too cold… but juuuust right.

I decided to seize the opportunity and check out the Hester Street Fair that I keep hearing so much about. It certainly did not disappoint, and I will update you on my purchases and give a full recap in a later post.

Since the day was so lovely, I went with one of my favorite sundresses. This is definitely up there as one of my top Forever21 purchases. The construction is great with full support up top, and it’s fully lined—very important for a white dress (unless you enjoy flashing people). It’s also stood up to several washings over the past year or two that I’ve had it. I think it can easily hold its own against much more expensive dresses that I own.

I don’t know about you, but I love it when I get a quality item at a bargain basement price!

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Closet Confection: Pretty in Pink

When: Monday, June 10th, 2010

Where: Work + Dentist

What: Dress ($40 Banana Republic), blazer (Old Navy), canvas tote ($14.99 J. Crew), Shoes ($45 Banana Republic)

This outfit is a testament to the power of shopping the clearance rack. There is no shame in my game when it comes to a good bargain. I’d been eyeing this dress for a while last year, but I just had a feeling it would eventually go on sale. My patience paid off during a weekend excursion to Boston when I scooped it up for more than half off. I also lucked out with the shoes. They have a 4-inch heel, but they are sooooo comfy. I also get tons of compliments whenever I wear them. At least 4 women stopped me on the street on my way to the dentist that afternoon to tell me how cute they were!

Speaking of the dentist…

I may look chipper in this photo, but I was actually in a lot of pain. It was supposed to be a quick checkup and replacement of a small filling. My dentist told me I didn’t even need novocaine. Unfortunately, I have a very feisty first molar who refused to take the filling after the 1st three attempts. Can we say “ouch!”

The good news is that I survived and lived to blog about it.

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