Engineered Style

We are, my friends, in a busy week.  My twinsie’s baby shower is Sunday, and I’m currently trying to make decorations, do laundry, pack, plus work a few extra hours…thank goodness John helped out tonight with some decorations.  At least one of us is calm.  I’ll let you guess which one.

{Old Navy Khaki, NY&Co Shirt, Vest, and Tank, Banana Republic Jacket, Ecco Shoes}

So it’s a funny story, really.  Our Roomba destroyed my curling iron a few months ago.  It pulled it off the counter by the cord and then twisted the cord until some bare wires were visible.  My husband (the electrical engineer) suggested we wrap it with some electrical tape.  My suggestion?  Well, let’s just say it involved a trash can.  Thus, today’s challenge was a teensy bit difficult.  I decided to copy cat again with a hair style I’ve seen Molly over at Urban Nester wear several times.  Nothing earth shattering…just a few twists for a busy Monday morning!  (I mean, come on…remember last Monday?  Today was no different.)

{Target Jeans, F21 Top, Kohl’s Cardigan, Gifted Necklace, Sperry Shoes}

Today I reaffirmed my distaste for shorts.  I decided to push myself a bit and venture out with a new pair of shorts (on sale, of course…I actually posted an outfit idea with them here!).  The always lovely Kendi wears them so well, so I picked this look to copy as part of today’s challenge.  I figured that we’re on track for 60+ days over 100 degrees, so I probably need to learn to wear shorts.

{Kendi Everyday}

So here’s what happened…We drove back from San Antonio, stopped off at IKEA and an outlet mall, and the heels only lasted a couple hours before I changed into flats.  Plus, I forgot to pack the belt so it only made an appearance late in the day.  After all the walking around and sitting in the car, I realized that I’d much rather have been wearing one of my skirts!

{Old Navy Shorts, Old Navy Shirt, Fossil Watch, MIA Shoes, F21 Necklace}

A skirt was the perfect choice for the 100+ degree heat while walking around the San Antonio Riverwalk.  John and I met up with his Aunt and a friend, who were here visiting John’s cousin, Anthony, a.k.a. one of the newest members of the United States Air Force!  Yeesh…talk about hard core basic training in the middle of the Texas summer!

These photos were taken about 0.0003 seconds before I started sweating myself.  At least the Riverwalk was shaded quite a bit.  John and I also found out that the Riverwalk is quite long.  We got a hotel along the Riverwalk and walked to meet his family, and it ended up being a 20-30 minute walk!  Oops!  Today’s schedule includes a day at the pool, so I’ll see you tomorrow!

{Target Skirt, Target Shirt, Sunny Feet Shoes, Fossil Watch}

Skinny jeans are a Friday favorite.  Add in some bright pops of color and patterns, and you’ve got my recipe for a quick and easy outfit.  Have a wonderful weekend!  I’m in San Antonio, ready to check out the riverwalk, so I’ll see you all tomorrow!

{Banana Republic Jeans, Anthropologie Top, Express Cardigan, F21 Necklace, Fossil Watch, Bamboo Shoes}