OTI - Kayla's Pick

Today's Open to Interpretation look was chosen by Kayla and I could not love this look more.  Seriously, check out the original inspiration photo here.  Isn't it wonderful?? The denim vest, the bright maxi skirt, the nude wedges. I just love the boho chic vibe of it! Upon seeing this photo, I promptly ran to the thrift store in search of a denim vest and a bright maxi skirt. I was disappointed to find nothing.  So, I had to work with what I had... kind of. =)

Chambray Sleeveless Shirt: Thrifted

Tank & Maxi Skirt: Target

Wedges: Cato (gift from my aunt!)

When I couldn't find a maxi skirt at the thrift store, I promptly went to my next favorite place . . . Target! =) They had many to choose from and I decided on this simply black one because I can do so much with it! 

Then I tried my best to recreate something similar with what I had in my closet.

Bracelets: Target, JCPenney, Scarlet Samples (puchase similar here), Tara Lane Designs (purchase here)

Orange Ring: Ellis & Wiles (purchase similar here)

Other Rings: Target

Isn't this zipper bracelet adorable?? I won it in a giveaway hosted by the lovely Alicia and have been wearing it pretty much every day since I received it! =) It can be worn with nearly anything and is such a fun addition to a stack of bracelets.

Have you ever won a giveaway?  What's your favorite item that you've won?

I'm kind of all over the place today! =) I'm linking up with The Pleated Poppy and Transatlantic Blonde for What I Wore Wednesday.  Don't forget to stop by Freckles in April and see how everyone else interpreted Kayla's outfit! 

Last, but not least, I wasn't able to participate in the Trends Fashion Challenge today, but if you're interested in seeing how other bloggers are wearing florals and tribal prints today, then swing by Megan Mae Daily! =)

I hope you're all having a great Wedensday!

Almost Never Happened

Today, I bring you a few outfits that almost never happened. Because if you don't blog about them, they didn't happen, right? ;) One of them almost didn't happen because I didn't snap a picture until the end of the day when I was literally dead on my feet.  One of them almost didn't happen because I only got one picture before my camera died. And the third one almost didn't happen because it just wasn't all that cute. 

Dead on My Feet

Grey Tie-Dye Shirt: NY&Co

Cropped Pants, Tank & Wedges: Target

Box Underneath Our Entry Table... who knows?

I happened to wear the gray and black ensemble above one day last week and I was in a rotten mood all day! I think the real reason I was cranky had to do with a certain monthly visitor, but I like to blame my moods on clothes. You know, happy colors equal happy moods. Therefore, dreary colors equal rotten moods. =)

Dead Camera

Dress & Wedges: Target

Belt: TJMaxx

Cute Little Necklace that I didn't get a good shot of: Ellis & Wiles Boutique

I really wanted to show you guys this necklace that I got! It's so cute and since it's in a hot color for spring, I can wear it with almost anything. So, I was incredibly disappointed that my camera died before I could get a close-up shot of it... Maybe next time.

Simply Shouldn't Have Happened

Scarf: Gift

T-Shirt & Sandals: Target

Skirt: Cato

And this one?  Well, let's just say that I should have taken my four-year old's advice with this one.  I walked into the room, ready to head out the door and he said, "Momma, is it snowing outside?" 

I said, "Ummm... no, why?" 

"Well, your wearing a scarf. Scarfs are for snow."

"Sometimes scarves are just for looking cute," I responded.

"No, mom, not this time. If it's not snowing, take it off," he adametly declared.

Well, I didn't listen...  After seeing the pictures, I realized I probably should have. =)

And after seeing all of these pictures taken on different days, I realize something else... I should probably come up with a new pose. =)

I'm linking up today with The Pleated Poppy and Transatlantic Blonde!

Colorful

Yesterday was a rainy day and I was sleep deprived, so I did what I always do in that situation. I just kept piling on colors until I cheered up. =)

Chambray Sleeveless Shirt: Thrifted ($3, similar here and here)

Green Skirt: Loft, Thrifted ($3.50, similar here and here... sorry I couldn't find any longer ones)

Yellow wedge sandals: Cato (Gift from my aunt, Thanks Aunt Jannie!! similar here and here)

Green, blue, yellow, pink . . . All I really need is another color or two and I'd look similar to a rainbow in a blue sky.

Necklace: Target ($10, I think... similar here and here)

Pink wrist wrap: Target ($7, similar here)

Leather & chain link bracelet: Gift, similar here)

It did the trick and even helped to push the clouds away, because by noon, it was sunny! Of course, that could just be Florida's fickle weather for you. ;)

Hey, I have a quick favor to ask of you... would you mind voting for my picture in a style contest, please, pretty please?  All you have to do is go to April M Jewelry and like their facebook page.  Then just like my photo on their page... It's currently the second one down. It's the picture of the outfit I posted yesterday with the lace vest.  Thanks, girls!! Y'all are the best! =)

What do you tend to do when it's gloomy out? Do you dress in brighter colors to counteract the gloominess or do you embrace it and dress in neutral shades?

I'm linking up today for What I Wore Wednesday with The Pleated Poppy and Transatlantic Blonde!