Take a walk on the wild side

One of my favorite quotes for a good night out is "live for the nights you won't remember with the people you won't forget". That's how I felt every weekend in college going out with my girlfriends and now being 21 experiencing the bar scene can be similar too, just much more expensive. Who doesn't love getting dressed up for a good night out though? This look is a simple but boho chic bar going outfit. My shirt and bralette are from none other than Free People. The black skinny zipper side jeans are by Current Elliot with the fringly Steve Madden's to top off the look. Paired with some of my favorite pieces of jewelry I am ready to go!

Fringe Benefits

It is always important to start the week off on a positive note. Whether I have Sunday off or Monday off I take advantage of that time to recollect myself from the weekend and get a plan for the next week to come. I've said it once before since moving but I will say it again I am just so inspired right now to follow my dreams and really just go with my gut instincts, I can feel new exciting things on the horizons. 

Getting back to my true bohemian style this outfit is one of my favorite summer time work then do something fun with friends after. The fringe and crochet details on this shirt have always attracted me to it and is able to be styled many ways for different seasons. My skirt is a great basic from American Apparel. These wedges are from Nordstrom Rack last summer but are still so perfect for work in the summer. The apartment is finally getting pretty put together and decorated throughout! Can't wait to share pictures.

New Beginnings

 

 

So pleased to be starting out 2015 on the right foot, going after my dreams and goals and marking my progress when it is made. I am so positive that this will be one the best years for manifesting my own reality and making life exactly what I want it to be. I am blessed to have family and friends that support me on these journeys but more importantly I am confident enough in myself to go for things. I cannot wait to see what this summer has to bring with me moving into a new place in Philadelphia and getting a roommate. I just wish this weather would start matching up with my great moods, hard to be so peachy when it's still 32 degrees out at night. This casual look today is Free People inspired, this blouse is there Floral Foil Print Swing. I am obsessed with this tunic because you can style it so many different ways, this is more of a wintery look but I could also see it in summer with a big floppy hat and some shorts.

Free People Me

I've been inspired by this company ever since I got my first blouse from them for Christmas in tenth grade. Now almost four years later my fashion sense has grown and matured but this brand is still ever present in my top selections of pieces I desire. Free People has evolved into a contemporary modern brand for young woman to be able to have a unique shopping experience while walking out feeling confident with their purchase. After reading their story on the website I found this description of the target market they are trying to reach one of the best I've ever read," a 26-year-old girl, smart, creative, confident and comfortable in all aspects of her being, free and adventurous, sweet to tough to tomboy to romantic. A girl who likes to keep busy and push life to its limits, with traveling and hanging out and everything in between. Who loves Donovan as much as she loves The Dears, and can't resist petting any dog that passes her by on the street.". This description truly gives you an idea of what exactly this brand is trying to achieve.

In the last year with the popularity of Instagram Free People has launched the #fpme campaign to get their followers to show off how they style their favorite pieces. You link these pictures to your account on FreePeople.com and connect with other people to get ideas for styling and to heart their looks. Free People even re-Instagram's some of their favorite looks that are included with the hashtag. This whole month they're also running a contest called FP Off The Runway Sweeps if you title your FPMe picture with this title you could win a $500 Free People wardrobe. It's an awesome way to get connected with others who share your passion for the Free People spirit.

I've decided to finally post my first FPMe style pic today with some of my favorite fall items I've picked up from Free People. After seeing this jacket for the first time in the July catalog issue I knew I had to have it. I was looking for a similar jacket last winter but didn't find one that suited my fancy. It's beginning to get cold enough in Central Pennsylvania I'm so excited to be able to finally wear it! I found these Free People patterned jeans at a local boutique called Connections in State College. Going from freezing to a mid 60 degree afternoon takes some layers. I paired some short boots, a sheer burgundy blouse, and graphic tank from H&M with these Free People pieces to create today's fall look. Also I chose to wear my favorite statement necklace today, a petrified butterfly wing I got in St. Thomas from the butterfly farm. Let me know what you think!