Sunday, February 5, 2012

Road to the lake

Is this really February?! It has been so mild and we've had the most beautiful sunshine this weekend. I'm not complaining whatsoever, but it's just a crazy change from last year's weather. I feel stuck in between autumn and spring (which we are, of course) but everybody is calling this the "winter that never came". Since I'm so used to dressing to my surroundings, I never know what to wear. So... I'll just dress spring!

This weekend was really enjoyable. I was able to see lots of friends, Brett and I built a cable-spool library table (thanks pinterest!), we got caught up on cleaning and laundry and had time to relax. I can't believe this is our last month in our apartment and in this town. I started my blog when we first moved here! I'm already feeling nostalgic, especially as our landlord shows our place to interested tenants. It's such a weird feeling knowing we won't be here for another summer.

Well... the next few weeks are going to get crazy! I need to work my butt off to make sure I have time for work, the blog, moving, packing, cleaning, planning for Texas and everything else I have going on. I'm actually really looking forward to it. It's going to be busy... but very exciting. I can't wait to start posting pictures of our new place! Before that though, I need to figure out what Brett and I are doing for Valentine's Day. Hmm!

Outfit details:
Nicola Chiffon blouse c/o Ruche
Forever 21 shorts
Urban Outfitters belt
ModCloth Madame Bovery ring
Talking Picture flat c/o ModCloth

69 comments:

Meanz Chan (Koi Story) said...

I love these pictures! The one of you laying in the road is just adorable. I've always wanted to do photos like that! Also, this outfit is just so so cute.

Two Happy Hearts said...

this is so, so pretty! i love those floral shorts. and your shoes are perfect!
have fun with your big move! how exciting for you guys :D

Rae Veda said...

You are darling. I love the color of your blouse. xo, rv

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Ali said...

It's so true-- this is the "winter that never came", hahaha! I haven't even had a chance to wear my winter jackets. I am partially sad about this since I want to wear more cold weather stuff! There's only so much time left..!

You look so pretty pretty. Those shoes are simply adorable and that top is so fun!

Jennifer said...

Wow, yeah. I can't believe that's Michigan!

And that table idea is genius. Did you paint yours?

motu viget

Laura said...

Hasn't this weekend's weather been amazing?! I love it so much! This is the kind of winter I like...though I know it's probably a once-in-a-lifetime deal :)

That blouse and those shoes are just darling!

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Sara S ♥ said...

Love this outfit -- it's so cute and sunshiny and happy! I didn't realize that you were in the middle of the road in the pictures until I saw the one where you're lying down! Haha!
~Sara
sarastrauss.blogspot.com

WearAbouts said...

love the shorts and the shoes especially! that picture of you laying in the middle of the road made me LOL to the extreme...<3
Rory
www.WearAboutsBlog.com
CHICTOPIA

Estherina said...

Super cute!

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Faith - Sweetened Style said...

Love those floral shorts! I just got some, thanks for some inspiration on how to style them! :)

Chloe Jacqueline said...

Very cute outfit! I am loving everything about it! I am glad that you had a nice weekend! =D

Shannon said...

You look so lovely. Good luck with your move.

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Monica said...

I love this outfit on you! You always have such great taste when mixing in a floral print to an outfit! And the shoes are awesome.
~monica
http://www.nowwithatwistofthen.blogspot.com

Kim said...

LOVE this! Very spring-y and cute!

Joanna said...

Lovely outfit! And I know what you mean about the mild weather. Here I've been able to take outfit shots in short sleeves - granted I would do so anyway - but at least now I'm not getting hypothermia from it!

Love the color of the blouse on you - it really works very well with your complexion! Love Ruche!

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themidcoastblog said...

I'm in love with that blouse! Your hubby truly does take some wonderful pictures. As someone who has just recently moved to the Midwest, I was wondering if you'd consider posting about good places to visit and explore in your area? It seems as if you're always doing something fun!

Corinne said...

I think this is my most favorite outfit you've ever posted. You just keep getting cuter! It's unbelievable!

xo, Corinne
brilliantnature.blogspot.com

Modern Buttercup said...

Lovely outfit! I love all the different photo shots you used. :)

Heather Belle said...

I'm loving this entire outfit, but especially the shoes and shorts! Those shorts are just darling :)

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MINIK ^_^ said...

I love your shorts!! Soooo cute! and the shoes oh my!!!

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Lizzie said...

The weather here in Seattle has been so unseasonably warm this weekend too, so crazy!!

Love that pretty top and shorts so very much :) That photo of you laying on the road is so cool but scary at the same time hahaha

xo
Lizzie
placeclevertitlehere.blogspot.com

Shanti said...

this was an absolutely marvelous article! great outfit, great photo shoot!!!

Essence Brown said...

the ground photo is delightful, innovative, and inspired.

if you don't here it often...
good job =]

essence

Jem Jems Food Blog said...

Hi Tieka,
Cute shorts very vintage. I love the second photo very beautiful.
Love Jem

Kimi Holmes said...

LOVE the floral shorts + tights. Perfect for this weird midwestern weather!

ilene @ muchloveilly said...

love the floral shorts. love the shoes - and love the pic of you laying on the street. too fun!

annikavictoria said...

This colour palette is flipping amazing! I love those shoes so much. xx

Sehar Bique said...

I absolutely love that blouse!!
All the pictures are so very lovely <3
good luck for your move :)
XX
Sehar

Julie said...

The road must be very quiet for you to lie in the middle of the road like that.

Ruzu said...

Love your shoes *_* the road looks fine

Rini Hastuti said...

love your shoes very much :*

liz said...

You're so cute Tieka. I agree that winter is the toughest season to dress for, I always seem to get stuck in a rut! But we're almost getting to spring! Good luck with all they busyness coming up, it will pay off!

Miss Tallulah Porkchop said...

Spoken like an old person - "My Lord, be careful on that road".

Really sweet combo.

Kimberly Horne said...

You look so cute! I hope your moving goes swell! Oh and the weather is crazy amazing isn't it? It's the same here in Indiana and I can't believe it!

xoxo, Jjanga
www.sayhelloandsmile.blogspot.com

Jo said...

Ohh, your blouse is the cutest colour Tieke! <3 And I love love love the pussybow detail! Such a beauty!

x
Lost in the Haze: Fashion Blog

out of order said...

oooh so cute, I love the photo of you lying in the road :)

<3Meghan

Andrea Clare said...

the shoes are awesome!!

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Adin B said...

I too love these pictures! Love your shoes, and those shorts. :) Good luck on your moving day!

Adin B

Hannah said...

I seem to always love the photos you take on this road! And that blouse is such a lovely colour; Im a sucker for mustard and always have to pair it with navy and red (Already planned that outfit for tomorrow, no joke!)

Good luck with moving!xx

PS. While you're getting no winter, we've barely got a summer happening in Australia! Im sitting here in tights and a jumper!

Sianna said...

The shirt is gorgeous!
And you're so lucky! February here is so cold and there's so much snow! I miss wearing no jacket :D

Kultur und Stil said...

gorgeous shorts! i love the entire outfit!
be happy that you have mild weather, here it is freeezing cold, I'm wearing at least 10 layers!
xxx Anita

Chloe said...

I'm so ready for Spring, I wish the UK would bring us some sunshine haha.

Love those floral shorts.

C x
http://www.memoirsofalittlethingcalledlife.com/

April, Everyday Forgotten said...

Your blouse is so cute, and such a perfect colour too and it looks so great paired with those shorts! We've had a really mild winter too this year, though just this past weekend we had our first snowfall all winter here in the UK! I'm loving it haha!

Brunette Blogging said...

Love your shoes :) good luck with everything!

Chunny said...

Love your outfit and the background looks beautiful. Hope you have a fun Valentines Day. =)


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Sophie said...

I adore this outfit from everything to the cute floral shorts to the gorgeous tan brogues! I want it all please!
Sophie
x

The Dainty Squid said...

LOVE this outfit. Everything is perfect, especially those shorts and shoes!

Jodie said...

I love this outfit, its just so beautiful. This pictures are great too, the location and the outfit really work well together in the shots x

Vanesa said...

Oh my love those shoes ! <3 outfit
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Britney said...

I am crushing hard on that lovely mustard blouse of yours! The color looks so good with your hair! Don't even get me started on your brogues...

C said...

great shirt! love the tie hanging down.

Elsie Larson said...

you're adorable!
i have those shoes too and love em. Twins!
XO. elsie

Anonymous said...

Are you moving to texas?

Natalya's Closet said...

I LOVE your outfit, those shorts are adorable and I love the mustard top! XOXO, www.NatalyasCloset.com

april said...

wow..this is just beautiful pairings u did..im so loving it..i have a similar mustard blouse like yours..i think im gonna follow this outfit..beautiful

Tori said...

Gorgeous photos!!

Jamie Rose said...

This outfit is so incredibly cute. I love the brightly colored blouse with your floral shorts. The oxfords are adorable too. I'd love a pair like that for this spring and summer.

Nicole said...

Love your outfit, this road is beautiful!

Xo,

Nicole D.
The Owl Girl

Rachel said...

I just love everything about this outfit! Beautiful!

GIRL AND CLOSET said...

Tieka, floral patterns were made for you!! I absolutely adore how you look in them, and hello, I'm surprised I don't own a pair of super cute floral shorts, I better get on that! And those shoes - ah, freakin gorgeous!!

Aw, and I'm starting to feel nostalgic too - can't believe your leaving your beach town... but the city will be absolutely amazing too. Can't wait for the new adventures. Smooches! V

Cashmere Con Panna said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE! The pictures are adorable and I love the way you put your outfit together. Tres original. (:

eleanor said...

Oh seriously, it's like the summer that never came over here! We've had a few super hot days but nothing like a real summer.

I'm completely in love with this outfit! Mustard, floral shorts and oxfords are three things I can't get enough of - and the picture of you lying on the road is the sweetest thing :)

Mr. Taylor and his Lady said...

this definitely was the winter that never came. i was kind of sad about it. i got all my things to bundle up in.
oh, and i'm obsessed with your shoes. too perfect!
xo TJ

Seeking Style said...

This whole outfit is adorable. It'll be easy to transition it into warmer weather too :) Hope you have a good move!

xo Jennifer

http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

Ellen @ Black and White and Loved All Over said...

The picture of you lying in the road is THE BOMB. I pinned it. It's too pretty. A framer I'd say. xo!

Virginie's Cinema said...

Mon Dieu, I love that location SO much! The outfit is really cute too of course, makes me dream of Spring while it's still intense winter here in Canada :)

I hope your busy month is going well, you can do it all chérie!!

Virginie ♥

Katie said...

I love this outfit. Those shorts are seriously to die for, and I love the picture of you laying on the road. Such a creative shot!

We've had a super mild winter, too. I just hope we don't get any last minute snow. That would really stink, as I'm totally loving this sunny, warmish weather!

The Flightless Darling said...

Ah! This outfit is like what I've been wearing here in Cali because the weather is in between too! And those shoes are great :)

Sorry to hear you're swamped with massive loads of projects. Hope you find for everything!!

xx

hellolyndsey said...

Ooh girl! I wish you guys the best of luck in the move! I can't wait to see the photos of you guys's new place :) - so excited! You look super gorgeous and I love how the color mix goes so perfectly together!! Those shoes are the bomb too!
xoxo
lynds of hellolyndsey