28 February 2009

Posted on | February 28, 2009 | 4 Comments

28 February 2009 , originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Purple cardi – H&M
Green print top – Filene’s basement
Trouser jeans – Old Navy, remixed
Yellow shoes – Gianni Bini, remixed
Black pendant – gift

Endnotes:

It’s Saturday, but I’m up bright and early to head to campus for our annual graduate student symposium. I’m not presenting a paper, so I can be more casual in dress, but I will be seeing most of my department faculty and my colleagues there, so I still had to make an effort for the day. I look forward to seeing my peers present their work and, as an added bonus, our breakfast is catered by my favorite coffee shop/bakery- the very same place where A. and I spent half the day studying and devouring their delicious cookies yesterday. So there may be no rest for the weary, but at least there are treats. -S.

Yellow shoes, originally uploaded by academichic.

27 February 2009 – Comfort Inn Edition

Posted on | February 27, 2009 | 5 Comments

27 February 2009 – Comfort Inn Edition, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Long sleeved purple tee – Target
Purple tee – H&M
Brown jersey skirt – Old Navy
Purple tights – BR
Boots – Steve Madden, remixed
Mirror and crappy lighting, courtesy of a Kentucky Comfort Inn.

End Notes:

My attempt to blog mobilely on the road this morning with my phone was foiled, but now, safely ensconced in my brother’s apartment, I am able to assure you that despite my geographical distance from academichic central I remained committed to our color wheel experiment of the week with this purple monochrome ensemble. It’s all jersey, and comfortable enough to wear in the car but the boots and the fun layers make it presentable for immediate visits with friends upon our arrival. Another plus? The clingy knits prove immediately that I’ve made it halfway through my pregnancy. Yay for the 20 week mark!

Bumper, originally uploaded by academichic.

27 February 2009

Posted on | February 27, 2009 | 3 Comments

27 February 2009, originally uploaded by academichic

Sources:

Grey Tee – Banana Republic
Charcoal Grey Sweater – New York and Company
Black Pants – BR Outlet
Scarf Worn as Belt – H & M
Black Flats – Urban Outfitters
Necklace – Gift

Endnotes:

After a week of color experiments, S. and I seem to be on the same page with our grey monochrome looks. This dreary day marks the end of a long and busy week and so a cozy wrap sweater, cotton tee, and and comfy flats seemed the only option this morning. I love coffee shop days. -A.

Shades of Grey, originally uploaded by academichic.

Necklace detail, originally uploaded by academichic.

27 February 2009 – Shades of Grey

Posted on | February 27, 2009 | 2 Comments

27 February 2009 – Shades of Grey, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

grey and black scarf – gift
grey cardi – Calvin Klein
grey tank – Filene’s basement
jeans – Filene’s basement
clogs – Dansko
puzzle piece bracelet – gift
necklace – thrifted

Endnotes:

A grey monochrome ensemble for a grey and dreary day. We had such wonderful weather this week and now it’s back to cloudy and cold. It’s alright though, nothing can dampen my mood since it’s Friday and I’m spending the day at my favorite coffee shop with A. getting work done. Then later tonight I will curl up with a hot tea and cookies to watch Stacy and Clinton dole out fashion advice on What Not to Wear. I love Fridays. S.

Hidden pop of color, originally uploaded by academichic.

two sided scarf, originally uploaded by academichic.

puzzle piece bracelet, originally uploaded by academichic.

26 February 2009

Posted on | February 26, 2009 | 4 Comments

26 February 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Red-violet cardigan: Ross
Red-orange scarf: Target
Green tee: Ross
Maternity jeans: Old Navy, remixed now and for the next 4.5 months
Brown pointy toe pumps: Target

End Notes:

It took a while for me to convince myself that red-orange and red-violet really do “go” together, but this morning I put all my faith in the color wheel and piled on an assortment of colors on my top half. Rather than tying the scarf around my neck or waist, I folded and pinned it to the edge of my cardigan to function as a bright, patterned border. To keep things looking a little more “office casual,” I added brown pointy toe pumps, always a sure bet for dressing up an otherwise laid back outfit.

Frankly, I find it difficult to keep a straight face around split complements. They’re just so darn playful.

26 February 2009 – Wackadoodle, originally uploaded by academichic.

My husband and I are hitting the road tonight for a quick visit to our old college town. Since all my department professors are out of town for an annual conference, we’re taking advantage of a free Friday, a rare and beautiful thing. My next installment for academichic will be from the road!

26 February 2009 – PINK!

Posted on | February 26, 2009 | 3 Comments

26 February 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Light Pink Cardigan – J Crew
Pink Striped Button-Down – J Crew
Grey Skirt – Gap
Maroon Belt – Target (custom-fit)
Red Wedges – Anthropologie, via ebay
Book – Reclaiming Female Agency: Feminist Art History After Post Modernism, Norma Broude and Mary Garrad

Endnotes:
Today I am pulling off “Pretty in Pink” as professional. I have to administer a midterm exam to 150ish students — a rather panicked 150ish students (based on the email I received at 2:00 am this morning). Hopefully my light pink cardigan will sooth their nerves while my bright pinks will keep them on their toes.

PINK!!, originally uploaded by academichic.

26 February 2009 – Shades of Blue

Posted on | February 26, 2009 | 1 Comment

26 February 2009 – Shades of Blue, originally uploaded by academichic.

Blues detail, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Light blue tee – H&M
Blue long cardi – H&M, remixed
Blue skirt – Calvin Klein
Blue and white scarf as belt – thrifted
Boots – Banana Republic, remixed

Endnotes:

I wonder if the people I work with are noticing a pattern this week, since I wore all pink on Tuesday, all green yesterday, and all blue today. I’m just being a good student and doing my homework this week.

Picking one color and creating an outfit out of various shades of it has made getting dressed pretty easy, which is nice since I’m feeling a bit blue not just in outfit today. I have a cold and I’d rather be in bed or on the couch than on campus and teaching today. Sigh…. S.

25 February 2009 – Splitting My Compliments Take 2

Posted on | February 25, 2009 | 2 Comments

25 February 2009 – Splitting My Compliments Take 2, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Blue-Green Cardi – Gap
Blue-Green Tank -BR Outlet
Blue-Violet Tee – Forever 21
Brown Woven Belt – BR Outlet
Jeans – BR Outlet
Orange Shoes – Old Navy
Earrings – Forever 21

Endnotes:

While E. was worried that her shoes made her a cheater yesterday, I’ve found shoes to be the best way to complete a split complimentary look. I am very much in my comfort zone with this blue-green and blue-violet (split blue as compliment of orange) but I also love the unexpected pop added by the orange shoes.

I also have to say the pleased and relaxed expression in both of these pics has everything to do with the gorgeous weather we are having today! -A

25 February 2009 – No Cardi, originally uploaded by academichic.

New Orange Shoes!, originally uploaded by academichic.

25 February 2009 – Shades of Green

Posted on | February 25, 2009 | No Comments

25 February 2009 – Shades of Green, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Green polo – Banana Republic
Yellow-green sweater vest – gift from mom, remixed
Green layering cami – Banana Republic
Brown skinny belt – Banana Republic
Green floral skirt – Old Navy
Boots – Dillards, remixed
Brooch – thrifted, remixed

Endnotes:

Yesterday I said that a pink monochrome outfit felt quite comfortable to me, but that blue and green would be more of a stretch. I take it back. I love all these shades of green together.

Added bonus: I feel a bit like I’m channeling a leprechaun with this look ;) And I’m hoping that bit of Irish luck will carry me through my linguistics exam later this afternoon. Keep your fingers crossed for me. Ok, now back to my flashcards…. -S.

Greens and brooch detail, originally uploaded by academichic.

Greens and belt detail, originally uploaded by academichic.

25 February 2009 – Noisy Split

Posted on | February 25, 2009 | 1 Comment

25 February 2009 – Noisy Split, originally uploaded by academichic.

Sources:

Orange cardigan – Forever 21, remixed
Blue-green top – Banana Republic
Denim Skirt – Old Navy, remixed
Bella Band – gift from A. and S.
Red Wedges – DSW, remixed
Square earrings – gift from the husband, found a little stand in Austin

End Notes:

I’ve been something of a slacker for this week’s color wheel challenge, but I’m trying to make up for it today with this split complementary outfit. The combination of orange cardigan and blue-green top toes the line of a pairing that I would have made prior to our Fashion 101 series. But I would have never, ever thought to wear my red wedges with this. They’re unexpected, and I love how it makes the whole outfit a little bit quirkier. It’s a cheerful, casual — albeit a bit noisy — look, perfect for a day of a running errands and revising a paper.