Do fries go with that shake?

Happy Wednesday! Between planning out my meals with Weight Watchers and celebrating Thanksgiving tomorrow, I have food on the brain as of late... so I thought it'd be a good time to wear this dress! This print is really fun, but to be honest, this dress wasn't even on my wish list. I love a good novelty print, but this one always seemed a little too loud and busy for me. It's cute in person, and it's a great layering piece, but I'm definitely not as attached to it as some of my other kookier dresses. It's definitely grown on me, though. Plus, I felt like I had to get it after I got this purse! Out of my entire collection of novelty purses (which is ever-expanding), this one is probably the least practical. Although my other novelty purses are a little too silly for certain occasions, they are at least large enough to hold the necessities. My iPhone won't even fit in this bag! But it's a really cool piece to have, and it's by Kling (a brand I really like), so it'll stay in my collection for now.

The big news from last week is that I finally got my driver's license! I was incredibly nervous for this road test, and frankly, I thought I did worse on this test than the first one... but I passed, thank goodness! I haven't been driving myself a ton (I have to coordinate car usage with my mom for now, and because I've been working a lot of half-days and we have to pay for our own parking, it's been a hassle), but I drove by myself for the first time on Sunday -- and for the first time at night! I know it seems silly to be excited over something like this (especially when people 10 years younger than I am manage to do the same thing), but I feel a huge sense of accomplishment in conquering my anxieties about driving. I'm really happy about it, and feel very confident in my abilities -- not just with driving, but also with the idea of taking on other things that seem scary. I think doing something that scares us is the best way to grow as people, and I feel really good about about what I'm capable of doing.  :)

Outfit Details

Good Enough to Eat Dress: ModCloth

Eyes on the Fries pouch: ModCloth

Boots: ModCloth (similar)

Brooch: sweet and lovely

Ring: Claytime Designs

Blouse: old (similar)

iPhone case: eBay

Tights: similar

Have a great Wednesday!

xox Sammi

Shop My Closet update!

Happy Sunday!  I'm just dropping by to let you know that I've done a pretty substantial update to my Shop My Closet store, including some really fun party dresses and coats that are perfect for the holiday season.  I also have a bunch of different sizes available (I've worn anywhere from a medium to an extra-large, so I have sizes 8-12), and lots of different styles -- many of them unworn.  Below is just a tiny little sampling of what I've added, and I still have some great items from previous updates that are still available!  If you're in the market for an inexpensive holiday option -- or just want to treat yourself -- head on over to my Shop My Closet store and take a peek!  :)

Have a great Sunday!

xox Sammi

Friday Favorites #71

Happy Friday!  I'm certainly glad it's nearly the weekend, aren't you?  Here are some sweet things that I came across this week; hopefully they'll brighten your day just as much as they did mine!

I think most of you know that I live for novelty bags (frankly, I own more of them than I know what to do with!), and I especially love food-related accessories and clothing.  These three bags are too much fun to resist!  I already own a popcorn bag, but this one is pink(!!!).  And wouldn't the champagne bag be so much fun for New Year's Eve?  I surprisingly don't own a cupcake bag (yet), and this one from Shop Bananas is so darling... and would match so much of my stuff!

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For a more subtle (and non-food-related) option, I also love this cloud clutch:

I know this romper is all kinds of crazy, but I can't help but like it:

These Mary Janes are completely swoon-worthy, and I really want them.

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This pink princess coat from Collectif is such a dream!

I'm really excited that winter accessories like stoles and muffs are coming back into fashion!  They might not be the most practical of options, but they're so glamorous!

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These retro Christmas tree ornaments are adorable!

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Figgy pudding isn't really a "thing" here, but I think these earrings are so cute!

I don't currently own an ugly holiday sweater... but I'd totally consider getting one of these.  I especially love the Chanukah one -- it's such a fun twist!

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It's undoubtedly freezing here, so I sometimes forget that it's summer right now in Australia!  This dress is from an Aussie brand called Review, and it makes me wish for warmer weather:

This ruffled blouse would be so great for layering under dresses!

I'm forever searching for boots that work with retro dresses, and it's difficult to find footwear that would actually withstand all of the snow we get here.  Although these wouldn't work with all of my dresses, I'm really digging these boots as an option:

This Cath Kidston dress is so vibrant and sweet!

And finally... THESE COATS.  They are perfect.

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Have a wonderful Friday!

xox Sammi

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Polar Express

Although it still looks like fall in these photos, I can assure you that it's much more wintery now!  This was actually the first day I saw any real snowfall (it didn't stick at the time, but you can see some snowflakes in these photos if you look closely!), and we are now in the midst of an incredibly cold snap.  We're only an hour from Buffalo (where they got FIVE FEET OF SNOW), but it's mostly just freezing and windy here with a few flakes.  At least the cold weather is good for layering!

I don't wear this dress all that often, but I love the print.  I'm often drawn to prints that remind me of garments from my childhood, and this dress definitely falls into that category.  It's by British brand Cath Kidston, and although it's no longer available, I always enjoy their nostalgic clothes.  They still carry this fantastic double-decker bus print dress, which is pretty similar (and on sale!).

Outfit Details

Dress: Cath Kidston (similar)

Blouse: Forever 21 (similar)

Boots: ModCloth (similar)

Belt: from another dress

Have a great Wednesday!

xox Sammi

What's New, Pussycat?

I had originally hoped this Lindy Bop dress would arrive in time for my birthday at the end of last month, but I procrastinated too long -- but it's not as if I can't come up with an occasion to wear a pretty dress!  I've had this Lazy Oaf jacket for quite some time, but had yet to wear it (I'm not sure why!).  It just seemed to pair really well with this dress (the pink thread is a precise match!), and the whole outfit is sort of Pink Ladies-inspired.  Oh, and I had to put my cat lady brooch on the lapel!

I took these photos before the cold weather really hit.  It's been SO cold this whole weekend, and we've been getting snow.  I just want to stay snuggled inside under layers and layers of blankets!  I'm getting excited for the holidays, actually.  I'm trying to get my holiday shopping done early.  I do the bulk of my shopping online anyway, and lots of retailers are offering a lot of discounts earlier than Black Friday (I assume because Thanksgiving is so late this year).  I think I may actually send out Christmas cards this year, too!

Outfit Details

Lindy Bop dress: Pollypop Boutique

Lazy Oaf cat jacket: Nasty Gal

Cat lady brooch: flapperdoodle

Saddle shoes: Payless

Petticoat & belt: eBay

Have a great Sunday!

xox Sammi

Friday Favorites #70

Happy Friday!  It feels like forever since I posted a Friday Favorites!  Here are some lovely little pieces that have caught my eye over the last couple of weeks...

I've found a few online retailers that carry these perfect cropped cardigans (i.e., ModCloth, Pinup Girl Clothing), but I've always found Trashy Diva to have the biggest selection of different colors.  I've blogged about these cardigans before, but when I recently visited the Trashy Diva site, I realized -- much to my utter delight -- that they now carry them in almost every color of the rainbow!  They're super-flattering, the perfect length to wear with dresses, and they're surprisingly warm.  You can find TD's current selection (which is gigantic) here!

Layering is now totally necessary here, which has amped up my coat obsession.  There is just something about a red coat, is there not?  I just love these three options.  I actually own the middle one in tan, and it's an absolutely stunning coat.  It's by Hell Bunny, and it's so flattering and well-made.  I adore the sweet little details on the other two coats, as well.

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While we're on the subject of red... I've desperately tried (in vain) to find a suitable red velvet dress for winter.  I ordered this one from Aeropostale, of all places, but it was unfortunately too short for my 5'7" frame.  These two options from boohoo could be the answer to my problem:

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How had I never noticed these adorable shoes before?  I don't especially like the shoe itself, but the heel is amazing!

I'm already a big fan of Voodoo Vixen, and this bowling pin print dress of theirs is just darling!

I'm not sure how good the quality of this lipstick is, but the case is lovely!

These shoes by Miss L-Fire are so sweet (and perfect for the holidays)!

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CHRISTMAS CATS DRESS!

This is such a cute calendar:

I always have a hard time finding scarves I like, so maybe this mint stole would do nicely:

I enjoy anything associated with Bettie Page, and this light gold purse is pretty glam!

This fuzzy cardigan is perfect for any vintage enthusiast:

I just finished Twin Peaks and I am obsessed.  I want all of the Etsy merch that's associated with the show, but I especially love this brooch by Kate Rowland:

Aren't these lens caps adorable?  They'd make perfect stocking stuffers!

I definitely want to try this recipe for apple & tahini toast with honey and thyme!

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Speaking of toast... this bread pillow is so cute!!

I really love the brand Book of Deer, and I think this dress of theirs is so pretty.  Sadly, it's not a good silhouette for my shape, so I'll just have to gaze wistfully at it.

I love these purses!

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I wish this coat were warmer so I could justify purchasing it, because it's wonderful.  But then again, it's probably much better for my bank account.

And finally... I'm dying over these saddle shoes!  They're perfect!

Have a great Friday!

xox Sammi

This post contains affiliate links.  If you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links, I may receive a small commission, which helps to run my blog.  I link only to items I absolutely love, from companies I wholeheartedly support.  Thank you for supporting The Soubrette Brunette!