Day 43 - T-shirt Dress up

Once again, I am using my translation of the dress code.  There are two reasons in doing so.  1.  It is Halloween and  2.  Our dress code is pretty open to interpretation.

I guess I could have really dressed up and maybe made a play on my T-Shirt (which reads Ghouls just wanna have fun) and wore some leg warmers and made it an 80's day, but this year I am not feeling the Halloween bug.  I had a Rosie the Riveter costume that I made, but never used.  I guess today at school is the closest that I am getting to the whole dress up concept.  

The collared shirt adds professionalism (haha) and again I am going to wear tailored jeans with some flat boots.  (The closest, I can get to sneakers without actual sneaks).

Sooooo Scared

Happy Halloween!  (Tomorrow I will have an abundance of candy due to the fact that High School kids still trick or treat.  Who knew?)

Overall Grade:  D  (Awful shirt)

Miss B.

Day 42 - The News

 I am pretty current on all events that occur locally, in my school district and within this great city.  I am also full of trivial facts and weird stories that come in handy on the weekends and make for interesting discussions in class.

I feel incomplete.  I know that I am lacking on national and international news, especially politics, here in our own country.  60 minutes just isn't cutting it.   I want to be an educated citizen and I think that I need to really commit to expanding my knowledge of the world around me and not just the city I live in.  With an important election on the horizon, I feel that we all need to make a decision based on the information and betterment of our country (This is in no way politically charged, just an introspective look at myself and at the knowledge that I can acquire and have not done so).

So this week, I was in the library and saw a Time magazine that was about the Occupy Wallstreet movement, an article on Herman Cain and schools made for kids that get bullied.  I figured that it was a place to start.  Such interesting stuff.  I think that I am going to commit to being informed.  I am going to gather information and make sure I am current on all things that can affect me.  You should too.


Miss B.

Day 41 - Crappy weather, crappy outfit

Just boring.  That is what I should say.

I had a great skirt with a plaid shirt set out for today, but I woke up to the rain hitting the roof and it just screamed to me "It was a pants day".  I went with the fashion denim (because in my head, I think that I have jeans on).  And yes, I have on a turtleneck.

I am already over today.  (And it is only 8:11)  Sorry.  Crappy weather, crappy outfit = crappy mood.

Miss B.

No pic due to the fact that the Yearbook camera was out.

Nothing really to call home about.

Day 40 - Bows Redo

One of the best H & M finds (sale wise).  A cropped bow shirt.  Who could ask for more?   The only issue that I have with this shirt is "What do you wear under it?"  You can't wear a button down with a collar because I would never cover the bow, and a T-shirt comes up too high on the neck.  I always go with a tank top.  Hot pink today, I probably should have gone with Orange for the Halloween season, but that is a great after thought. 

I love Michael Jordan.  I wonder if he would wear a bow shirt.

My pants are Express Editor Longs.  Case in point from yesterdays rant on the length of pants in the mall stores.  I like how Editor pants fit, but the regular size 6 is too short for heels, and they only offer boring black, gray and one pinstriped pattern at the store.  So when I saw these, I had to have them.  A little pricey, but still on sale. 

Overall Grade:  B  (need to figure out a better solution for the undershirt)

Miss B.

Day 39 - October Pink and long legs

Banana Republic jeans for long legs.

Another dress down day.  Wahoo.  For $2.00 you can wear jeans with all proceeds going to Breast Cancer Awareness.  This is great on a Tuesday.  Today, I wore my long leg, big girl Jeans.  I don't have especially long legs, but they are above average, and not many stores have length that works....BUT, I have found a gold mine in Banana Republic.  Not my store of choice, but for some reason, the jeans are heaven sent.  They fit in the waist, hips and legs.  I have multiple pairs, flare, boot, skinny.

And the best part is...I have not paid full price for any of them.  This particular pair (which is my favorite) I got at the Outlet Sale in the summer for.. Get this $13.00.  Major sale price from $99.00.  I am a shopper and sometimes get really lucky.

Overall Grade:  I (Incomplete because this is not a professional school outfit.  In the gradebook, I would have ** so this outfit won't work against my overall grade)


Miss B.

Day 38 - These boots are made for walkin'

Two trends this year:  Sweater Dress and boots (I guess boots have been in for a while, but this is the first year that I have knee high boots.)   This dress is a sweater dress, but is a light fabric so fall is the best season to wear this one.  I also like the white on the sleeves because it has that 60's, 70's vibe (which you all know is one of my "things".  I snagged this bad boy at Ross Dress for Less.  I can't say that I have a lot of luck there, but they have a great dress selection.

This is my happy face.

These boots are an "end of the season" find at Marshalls.  I got them in the summer, marked down to $15.00.  I thought this was a great find.  (The only issue I have with off season shopping is that you have to wait so long to wear items, but in the back of your head, you know that you have something brand new to wear.  **I also have fashion shows at home every once in a while to just remind myself what I have ready for the upcoming season.)

Black and White checkered tights finish off my outfit.

Overall Grade:  A (but I haven't walked down the hall yet, so I might have to come back and edit when I get some sweet compliments.)

Miss B.

Day 37 - This I believe

Every year, we ask our seniors to write about something that they believe in.  And every year, I submit this to the book.  I think that it is a direct reflection of me and has some morsels to live by.

I believe in being          

random,            

unpredictable,       and         

extraordinary.

I believe that everything happens for a reason, be it good or bad, life lessons can be learned from anything.  I believe that everyone listens to a different drummer, even though you might not like the beat, you should still try to dance.  I believe that a strict schedule leads to boredom, so be spontaneous and do something unexpected.  I believe that life is short, but also fragile, so handle with care.  I believe that is healthy to eat chocolate for any or all meals.  I believe that a hard laugh and a good cry are necessary to keep things in focus.  I believe that your parents will become your best friends, even though at this time you might not believe me.  I believe that following a recipe is overrated.  I believe that there is no reason to stress over a bad haircut, it will grow back.  I believe that age is only a number, be it high or low, it is how you feel on the inside that creates eternal youth.  I believe that happiness can be achieved with simplicity, such as green grass, blowing bubbles, a hot cinnamon bun, or a brand new sweatshirt. I believe that everyone you meet touches you in a different way, it might be blurry at first, but eventually will become crystal clear.  I believe in making a life time To-Do list, scratching out and adding when necessary.  I believe that is OK for your clothes not to match and  to make your own fashion rules, which are only made to be broken the next day.  I believe that it is acceptable to leave the dishes in the sink for an extra day.  I believe that your first love will always have a piece of your heart because they were the first one to break it.   I believe that it is amazing to be surrounded by great friends, but don’t underestimate a quiet night on the couch under a blanket with a good book.  I believe that a hot day can only be cooled by an ice cream cone.  I believe that the people who do not always take the traditional paths of life are usually the most interesting.  I believe that moms are the greatest leaders and holders of wisdom, don’t waste the time you have with yours.  I believe that singing in the car is therapeutic and comical at the same time.  I believe that if laughter was currency, we would all be rich.   I believe that it is always better to give a gift than receive, especially on a random occasion for no reason.  I believe that America is a great place, but don’t forget that there is a whole world out there to explore, invest in a passport, the best textbook.  I believe that real life is way more entertaining than drama.  I believe that technology makes communication easier, but getting a letter in the mail can’t be beat.  I believe that life is a “choose your own adventure”, each choice you make has a different exciting, exhilarating ending.  I believe that you, only YOU can make our future better.  I believe that the class of ’12 can do anything that they put their brilliant minds to, Prove it. 

Miss Barr

 


Miss B.