Skippy Says: This Is The Remix Edition: Part 3 (OOTD)

See part 1 here and part 2 here!

I know red and yellow is a big no-no because of that whole Ronald McDonald thing, but I figured since I also have the big, red, curly hair I might as well truly embrace it and go all out. Amiright? I always wanted to be a superhero, and since I'm a wimp that's never going to happen, so this is probably as close as I'm ever going to get. Clowns count as superheros, right?

Shop:
- Anthropologie blouse (Gift from my aunt. Not yet available online, available in stores)
- Anthropologie skirt (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Anthropologie belt (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- Thrifted (from Crossroads) faux leather jacket (Buy similar here, here, or here)
- Anthropologie booties (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: This Is The Remix Edition: Part 2 (OOTD)

See part 1 here!

Today, pretty yellow blouse meets slightly-too-tight-man-I-really-should-not-have-skipped-the-gym-today white jeans. Ryan has proclaimed this to be his favorite outfit I've ever worn on the blog. Notice it's also probably the most boring simple. Which is why I've learned not to take offense when he turns his nose up at 90% of what I wear. My style is clearly just way too cool for him to comprehend.

Shop:
- BCBG coat (Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available)
- Anthropologie blouse (Gift from my aunt- not yet available online but available in stores)
- Anthropologie petite jeans (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here or here)
- H&M belt (No longer available, buy similar here)
- Anthropologie booties (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Necklace gift from my aunt

Skippy Says: This Is The Remix Edition: Part I (OOTD)

Don't worry, I know what you're thinking, and I got a much cleaner remix edition for you guys than the title of this post implies. It involves pretty Anthropologie blouses and absolutely no urine whatsoever. For those who are disappointed by that, just stay tuned for next week. I kid. I think.

I got many beautiful presents for my birthday, and among them was a lovely yellow Anthropologie blouse from my auntie. I immediately fell in love with the subtle feminine detailing on the blouse, and started dreaming up various outfits I could make with it. Since I couldn't settle on just one, the idea of the remix week was born. Every day this week, I'll feature a different outfit centered around the same blouse. I may be smelly by the end of it, but gosh darn it I'm committed.

Shop:
- Anthropologie blouse (Not yet available online, available in stores)
- Anthropologie chemise worn as a skirt (Bought on sale circa summer 2011, no longer available)
- Anthropologie belt (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here)
- H&M scarf (Bought circa 2008, no longer available.)
- Hue tights (Buy here)
- Fergie via DSW booties (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here)

Skippy Says: And They Call It Puppy Love (OOTD)

For the past few months, my best friend has been trying to convince me that a guy we supposedly hung out with in high school is real. Because apparently for some reason I've totally and completely blocked him from my memory. And despite the, um, distinguishing features she's mentioned (bowl cut, wearing a red jersey every single day, and significant B.O.) I could not, and cannot, for the the life of me remember him. But there's more. Supposedly this figment of her imagination guy was in love with another best friend of mine when we were in high school, and tonight she found a love letter he wrote to her back in the day. I know we're going to sound like horrible people, but reading that letter tonight gave me some of the best laughs I've had in months. You guys, there was a bit of everything teenage angst you could want-- knights (spelled nights) in shining armor saving their damsel in distress, castles with metaphorical walls being broken down, shakespearean quotes, and even biblical references. Apparently he was Adam, and very tempted by the forbidden fruit that she was. For realz.

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:
- Therapy skirt (SF boutique- no online store. Buy kind of similar here)
- Hand-me-down blouse from my mom's friend's daughter
- Anthropologie blazer (Bought on sale circa 2010, no longer available. Buy kind of similar here)
- Scarf from random little shop in Turkey
- Charlotte Rouse tights (Buy similar here)
- Naturalizer boots (Bought on sale circa 2008, no longer available. Buy similar on sale here)
- Club Monaco purse (Black Friday find on sale for $30, no longer available).

Skippy Says: New Friends (OOTD)

Last week was a big one for me-- I had my first ever blog friend meet up. Does it make me a dork to admit that was the highlight of my week? Oh well-- you probably knew that already.

When Megan was in town for the holidays, I made good on my threats and kidnapped her to go thrifting with me. Quite honestly, I was sort of surprised she was willing to meet up, especially after I admitted that I bite. Yes, you read that right. I emailed her telling her I was  a bit nervous, and she sweetly replied that she was too, but that I shouldn't worry because she doesn't bite. And then something possessed me to admit to her that I do. You see, I have this problem with being a little too honest sometimes. And sometimes, no, often, I show my affection by little nibbles. In fact, one of my friend's families refers to me as "the biter." And for some unknown reason, I felt the need to share this with her. Thankfully, Megan was a total trooper and was willing to meet up anyway. We had such a wonderful afternoon together, and I can't wait for her to come back so we can do it again.

Yes, I'm a midget

We're being lions. Isn't it obvious? 

In case you can't see, that sign says mini skirts rock. True story.

And some detail outfit shots from earlier in the day:

Shop:
- Ambiance coat (Circa 2008, gift stolen from my mama)
- Anthropologie top (Bought on sale circa 2010, no longer available. Buy similar here or here)
- Anthropologie skirt (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Ralph Lauren diamond pattern tights (Buy similar here or here)
- Sofft shoes (Buy here)

Skippy Says: Happy Chanukah! (OOTD)

Last night was the first night of Chanukah, so in honor of that I dressed in blue and white. No, not really. More like I was still feeling a bit sick and not really up to picking out an outfit, so I had Ryan do it for me. Of course he picked out the most summery looking pieces in my closet- a thin striped t-shirt and white jeans. You know, forget that it's like 55 degrees out. And if all you East coast people want to hate right now and call me a big wussy...you're right. But I chose to live in California for a reason dagnabit. But you know I wasn't going to start from scratch. So I pulled out a jacket, scarf, and booties and called it good.

Shop:
- Anthropologie jeans (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here or here)
- Anthropologie top (Bought on sale, no longer available)
- Forever 21 jacket (Bought circa 2004, no longer available)
- Anthropologie scarf (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy kind of similar here or here)
- Anthropologie booties (Bought on sale, no longer available)

Skippy Says: So A Dyslexic Man Walks Into A Bra...(OOTD)

Ok, so, while it may be kind of kitschy to wear an umbrella printed dress in the rain, sometimes a girl has to give in to her inner kitsch. Amiright? And kitsch tends to be a weakness of mine. Right up there along with stupid puns. I'm sorry, but I love stupid puns. Two antennas met on a roof, fell in love and got married. The ceremony wasn't much, but the reception was awesome! Eh? Eh? I wonder how many followers I'll lose with that one...

Shop:
- c/o eShakti dress (Buy here) And remember, you still have time 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 :)
- Anthropologie trenchcoat (Gift from my mother-in-law circa 2010, no longer available. Buy kind of similar here or here)
- Kate Spade via DSW tights (No longer available, buy similar here or here)
- Scarf from random little shop in Turkey
- Anthropologie boots (Black Friday sale find for $65. Buy on sale here)

Skippy Says: My Kind Of Holiday Party (OOTD)

For those of you that follow me on twitter, you may have heard that I went to a holiday dessert exchange party Saturday night. As predicted, I came back with a tummy ache. And as further predicted, it was totally worth it.

Here was just part of the spread. Among the goodies were cake pops, homemade toffee, chocolate bread pudding, caramel and white chocolate ganache cookies, brownies, lemon squares, cupcakes, hand-dipped chocolate pretzels, and so much more!

And butterscotch, pecan, and bourbon bread pudding, made by yours truly:

I planned ahead and wore an outfit I knew would expand as my dessertfulicious belly grew throughout the night. These pants may look tight, but they got some serious stretch. Trust me, when it comes to desserts, I don't mess around.

p.s.- Don't forget to enter my giveaway here!


p.p.s- Don't forget, you still have time 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 pants (Bought on sale on Black Friday. No longer available online, may still be in some stores. Buy similar here on sale or here)
- Shirt from little store in Austin, TX I forget the name of (sorry)
- Anthropologie denim jacket (Bought on sale, no longer available. Buy similar here, here, or here)
- Naturalizer heels (Bought on sale, buy here)