Skippy Says: Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes (OOTD)

Seeing as my wardrobe choices are pretty limited these days (read: I only fit into stretchy items) you'll probably be seeing this dress a lot. It's one of, oh I don't know, 5 things left that I can squeeze myself into. You'd think there's an easy fix to this, but for once in my life I'm having a hard time motivating myself to go shopping. This is partly because I'm still getting used to the changes I'm seeing in the mirror, and partly because I know I'll only be getting bigger so it seems like a waste of money. But you know what knows no size? Jewelry. And scarves. And hats. What's that I was saying about having no motivation to shop?

Shop:
- Anthropologie blazer (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- BCBG wrap dress (Bought on sale circa 2009, no longer available. Buy similar here or here) 
- Wendy Glez cami underneath dress (I think it's actually meant to be lingerie? Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available)
- Hue textured diamond tights (Buy here)
- Anthropologie boots (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: Honey, I'm Home (OOTD)

Well, our little mini vacation is over and, as of yesterday, I'm back to the daily grind. Of course when my daily grind is being a nanny which involves playing with a cute little baby all day, it's much more fun and pleasant than grind-y.

Thank you all for your understanding about my little brain fart. Many of you left very sweet comments, saying that you couldn't wait to see my outfits when I got back. Only one little problem with that. Since we spent our days hiking, reading, and watching T.V., my outfits pretty much consisted of sweatpants and pajamas. And as enticing as I know that sounds, I didn't snap too many photos. I did put on some respectable looking clothes a few times though, since even our pup started looking embarrassed to be seen with me.

Shop:
- Madewell long sleeve top (Bought on sale, buy similar here)
- Anthropologie floral top (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Therapy jeggings (No online store, buy similar here or here)
 -Anthropologie coat (Bought on sale, no longer available online, may still be in some stores. Buy kind of similar here)
- Banana Republic Factory store scarf (Bought on sale circa 2010, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- Fergie via DSW shoes (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here)

Skippy Says: A Talent Of Epic Proportions (OOTD)

I got some pretty disappointing news yesterday, and spent the better half of the morning sulking. I kept the pity party going pretty strong for a while because I'm really good at that. I take after my grandma in that respect; a woman who used to say something that translates roughly to the equivalent of "once I stick my lower lip out, I won't suck it back in for a while." But then my mama brought me some cherries (my favorite) to make me feel better, and a few hours later my papa brought me some Russian pickled tomatoes (my other favorite) to help as well. God bless them, they know the way to my heart is through my stomach. And they're willing to take a break from work in the middle of the day to go out and make their way there. I want to be just like them when I grow up.

Shop:
- Banana Republic Factory store sweater (Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- Therapy skirt (No online store. Buy kind of similar here or here)
- Hue tights (Buy here)
- Anthropologie shoes (Bought on sale circa 2007 or 2008? No longer available)
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: Travel Uniform (OOTD)

Internet, meet my comfy traveling outfit. Comfy traveling outfit, internet. Since we're making the four hour drive up to Tahoe tonight, I chose big used to be big but now fit just right thanks to the holidays jeans and a cozy sweater. Hey, I work with what I got. And I don't got any more jeans that are big on me. Hopefully we'll do some hiking in Tahoe to help out with that little problem. Though I'll be sure to compensate with extra mugs of hot cocoa to balance it all out.

Shop:
- Banana Republic Factory store petite jeans (Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- Banana Republic chambray top (Bought on sale. No longer available online, may still be in some stores. Buy similar here, here, or here)
- Mango sweater (Bought on sale summer of 2010, no longer available. Buy kind of similar here)
- SF ThreadShow vintage shoes
- Earrings birthday gift from Ryan

Skippy Says: Conditions Are Perfect (OOTD)

Tomorrow night Ryan and I are headed to Tahoe for the long weekend. An extra long weekend actually, since we're also taking Friday and Tuesday off work. A lot of people have complained about the lack of snow in Tahoe this year, but I have to admit I don't mind too much. You see, the extent of my involvement in snow sports is lifting a cup of hot cocoa to my mouth as I sit in the lodge reading a book. So this lack of snow? It's workin' for me.

Shop:
- Anthropologie skirt (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Banana Republic lace blouse (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here or here)
- Gap white cami underneath blouse (Bought on sale, no longer available. buy similar here)
- Anthropologie blazer (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- Anthropologie shoes (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: Greaseball (OOTD)

You guys like my new beautiful 100% silk mustard colored top? Me too. Or at least I did. I managed to wear it for promptly one hour before getting a grease stain on it. Which is probably a sign from the universe telling me I should lay off the greasy food. A sign I’m going to ignore, but a sign nonetheless. As much as I love silk tops, they don’t hold a candle to Burma Superstar’s samosa soup. 

Shop:

- Madewell top (Bought on sale, no longer available online, may still be available in some stores. Buy similar here or here)

- Target dress worn as skirt (No longer available, buy similar here)

- Anthropologie blazer/ coat (Bought on sale, no longer available online, still available in some stores)

- Anthropologie belt (Bought on sale, no longer available) 

- Hue textured diamond tights (Buy here)

- Necklace gift from my aunt

- Treasure Island flea market purse

- Shoes from random little store in Germany

Skippy Says: Birthday Girl (OOTD)

In many aspects, I am my father's daughter: I really enjoy having my back and head scratched, I yell at people I love when I'm angry and then kiss up to them five minutes later, and I love my birthday. Well, I used to. The older I've gotten, the more I've turned into my mother's daughter in this respect. For some reason, birthdays just haven't been as fun the last few years, and I find myself wishing the day will pass by quickly and quietly. Last year was especially trying-- my dog managed to get into the chocolate pecan caramel bars I made to share with my family, so I spent my birthday day frantically calling vets and calculating his weight/amount of chocolate consumed ratio to see if he needed to get his stomach pumped. See? Good times.

My birthday is tomorrow and I'm hoping for a slightly less eventful day. The plan is to have a quiet dinner at my parent's house with close family and friends, and then head to a little bar that specializes in fancy cocktails and desserts. Plus, it has board games, so we're sure to be in for a fun night. Well, I am. I love board games. But people don't necessarily love playing them with me, because I tend to get just a teeny tiny bit competitive sometimes. But it's not as if I've angrily stormed out of the room just because I lost. Fine. Maybe once a few times. I'm not afraid to pull the birthday card to make my friends play with me if I need to though.

Shop:
- American Eagle jeans (Bought on sale during Black Friday. Buy here)
- Anthropologie top (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Anthropologie jacket (Bought on sale, no longer available online but still available in some stores)
- Banana Republic Factory store scarf (Bought on sale circa 2010, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- Zara headband (bought on sale- available in stores)
- SF ThreadShow vintage shoes
- SF ThreadShow earrings
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: Boogie Nights (OOTD)

Last night Ryan and I attended our first ever tango dance class. And not only did Ryan go willingly, he was excited about it. See? I told you he's a keeper. The only caveat is that I'm a little embarrassed my man can move his hips better than I can, but it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make. At least he loves dancing. So much so that all of my friends who have had the pleasure of dancing with him made him promise to save a dance for them at our wedding. And by pleasure I mean...mostly pleasure with a bit of pain and some incidental bruising thrown in for good measure. Because while he's incredibly fun to dance with, one of Ryan's favorite "moves" is to pick girls up and swing them around like raggedy ann dolls. One particularly debaucherous (read: drunken) college night this ended up in him accidentally throwing my flower girl into my roommate's fan and breaking it. And this is probably where I should mention that my flower girl is 26 years old and one of my BFFs so that you don't report him to Child Protective Services.

p.s.- You only have a few days left to enter my giveaway here!

p.p.s- Don't forget, you still have a few days to get $20 off your purchase at eShakti by using the promo code SAYSSKIPPY0811, valid till 31st December, 2011. Considering there is stuff on their site for as cheap as $20, I'd hurry my little tush on over :)

Shop:
- Anthropologie top (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Banana Republic Factory store skirt (Bought on sale circa 2006 or 2007? No longer available. Buy similar here or here)
- Anthropologie coat (Bought on sale with an extra 50% off promotion. No longer available online but still available in some stores)
- Banana Republic Factory store scarf (Bought on sale circa 2010, no longer available. Buy kind of similar here)
- Hue tights (Buy on sale here)
- Shoes from a random little store in Germany
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: Diamond In The Rough (OOTD)

You guys want to know something exciting? These photos were taken on the block that we'll be moving to...someday...when the remodeling and construction on the house we bought is finally done. You know, after it finally starts. In fact, you see that sort of dilapidated looking blue house at the end of the row of beautiful houses? That's my ugly duckling, so quit badmouthing it. And while I'm waiting with baited breath for everything to finish start, I'll continue trespassing on other people's beautiful houses for my outfit shots. Because that's how I roll.

p.s.- You only have a few days left to enter my giveaway here!

p.p.s- Don't forget, you still have a few days to get $20 off your purchase at eShakti by using the promo code SAYSSKIPPY0811, valid till 31st December, 2011. Considering there is stuff on their site for as cheap as $20, I'd hurry my little tush on over :)

Shop:
- BCBG coat (Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available)
- Mango dress (Bought on sale circa 2010. Buy similar here or here)
- Anthropologie belt (Bought circa 2008, no longer available. Buy similar here, here, or here)
- Hue tights (Buy on sale here)
- Naturalizer boots (Bought on sale circa 2009, no longer available. Buy similar on sale here)