Times, They Are A Changin'

Let's do a little check in, shall we?  Life's been busy and, TBH, a little weird over here since I last checked in with you guys.  Busy because I had my triathlon last weekend (recap coming very soon!) and I'm trying to get back to regular strength training to prep for NYC Marathon training which starts Monday (gasp, I know.  I'm no where near ready for that).  


Life's been weird because lots of things have been changing in the last month or so.  I got back from vacation, came home to no roomie (she's in LA for the summer), had my last week at my old job, started my new job and a new routine and I have yet to really hit my stride or feel comfortable with everything.  To go from having a roommate or office mate to talk to every day to being in a new office environment and having the apartment to myself is weird.  Yes, I have friends and family that I talk to/text with almost every day but everything I've surrounded myself with the past three years changed.  I might also add that I have only been to NP once since June PR day because of all of this.  I can't bring myself to get up for the 5:28 AM Wednesday workouts and since I have to be in by 8:30 AM, I can't go to the usual 6:28 AM workout.  So needless to say, I'm in a really weird place.

Zara Lace Midi Dress (old but linked to more lace dresses below), Banana Republic Black Pointed Toe Pumps (similar here and my new favorite suede pointed-toe pumps here), GiGi New York Uber Clutch (c/o)

Anyone else experience this or have suggestions or thoughts for getting through it?  Would love to hear!
Note on the dress - it's old from Zara but I've linked to a bunch of pretty lace ones below!  I think Bloomingdales and ASOS have the best selection right now - enjoy!:

Photos by Lisa Schiller

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The Right... First Day [of Work]

If you know me personally or follow me on Snap or Insta, you've probably figured out by now that I have a new job.  I am so beyond excited to start this new chapter that I could just jump and yell and scream and sing butttt instead I'm taking a deep breathe and getting ready for a what's sure to be a wild ride.  Today is the first day at said job and while I'm excited I'm slightly terrified.  But terrified in the best way possible (I once read an article about a really successful person and they said fear is what fueled them so a little bit of fear in new adventures is definitely a good thing).  I'll get into the nitty gritty as to why I'm terrified and how this whole job came about soon but all I know is I'm so ready for this change.  
I'm taking this as an opportunity to start fresh, create a new routine and really reset things.  Not that I've done anything seriously wrong in my last role or life but the 60-70 hour work weeks, not being able to workout regularly or eat right have really taken a toll on me.  I know there's hard work and working long hours to get things done sometimes but my last job is a little too stressful at times.  It wasn't all for naught because I learned a tremendous amount and it helped me forge the connections I needed for this newest endeavor.  And let's just say I'm ready to really start living this life I've built in the city.
And first things first, I'm taking control of my workout routine and my finances.  After reading all the Refinery29 money/personal finance articles this year, I decided to purchase a Stash Wealth plan to really start setting myself up for future goals.  I was so excited when I got the email that my plan was ready - so now it's time to implement it!
I'm also excited to announce I'm working on a mini career series to talk about my experiences through the job search process, give interview tips and also talk about transitioning your wardrobe for a new job.  Stay tuned and I hope you'll come on this ride with me!

Chic Wish Lace Crop Top (similar here), Banana Republic Fluted Skirt (similar here and here), C.Wonder Leopard Espadrilles (similar here), GiGi New York Crossbody (c/o)

PS - no, this not what I'm actually wearing to work today - the skirt is a little too short for the new office environment ;).  Head to Insta to see the real outfit!
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The Right... Leopard Pencil Skirt: Work Edition

  

 
I've been on the hunt for the right leopard pencil skirt for quite some time now.  Leopard is really one of those touchy prints that can either be really great or really bad (and I'm definitely one to get SUPER picky when it comes to prints so you can imagine how much more difficult tracking down the right one was for me).  Leave it to Club Monaco to have the perfect print that is great for summer and will go great with darker colors come winter!  Oh and right now it's an extra 50% off - what are you waiting for? 

Blouse: Joe Fresh, Skirt: Club Monaco, Shoes: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here), Bag: c/o Folli Follie, Necklace: c/o Neiman Marcus, Bracelet: J.Crew, Watch: c/o Shop HQ (similar here)

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Photos: Krista Robertson
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Guest Post: Style for the Seasons

Howdy!!  Hope ya'll are having a great week!  Today I'm guest posting over on Sarah's blog, Style for the Seasons.  We went to college together and she's in the middle of a big move back to our hometown!  Head over and see the full look and wish her luck on her move!

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