See Ya Soon

This is my last post at Better With Tights. I have enjoyed writing on this blog since fall of last year. I never have been the most religious blogger. I definitely posted more on this blog last year and at the beginning of this year. I like to blog but I feel that with a blog name like "Better With Tights" I am pigeon-holed into blogging mainly about fashion. While I love fashion, I also love books, movies, music, and food. I would love to blog about those things on a regular basis which is why I decided to start a new blog.

You can now find me at my new blog Heart In The Middle. I got the idea for the name after re-watching the movie Waitress one night. Have you seen it? If you haven't, you definitely should.

Thanks to all you ladies that have visited my blog over the last year. I hope you will check me out at my new home!

Archived Footage

I have a couple of "archived" outfit photos that I thought I'd share since I haven't posted ALL week. I am a very bad blogger!

I wore this outfit last Tuesday. I hate that you can't tell the bottom of the dress has a lace overlay. I wore this to Atlanta. I went with a friend to watch a special showing of Kevin Smith's new movie Red State. It was amazing. It was unlike any other movie Kevin Smith has ever made. Not that I don't love Clerks and Mallrats but Red State is an entirely different animal. It doesn't release until October. But I highly recommend going to see this movie when it comes to your town.

The crowd at the movie was full of guys and some girls in just really casual jeans and t-shirts. I looked way over-dressed. Even though, I don't feel that my outfit was "dressy" except for the lace overlay. I received lots of looks. I'd say most bloggers know the feeling of being over-dressed and know what type of looks I am talking about. Also, this was my attempt at knotting a button-up. This seems to be a huge trend lately and thought I'd give it a try. I didn't feel as 80s as I thought I would.

dress: Elle @ Kohl's; shirt: J.Crew; shoes: Jessica Simpson; necklace: Charming Charlie

I love the outfit below. The floral skirt immediately caught my eye at Forever 21. It is a little shorter than the skirts I typically wear but I think I pulled it off. Pulling this outfit together I realized I need more light weight cardigans in my wardrobe. So I have been on a mission all week to find more to add to my wardrobe. Thus far I haven't been very successful. Any ideas on where I should look? cardigan: Target, tank: Forever 21; skirt: Forever 21; shoes: Aldo; scarf: American Eagle;

Friend Friday

Ahhh!!! I haven't posted this week! Sorry about that. I've been fairly busy but I hope to start back with regular posting as of now.



1. What's your favorite drug store makeup product and your favorite higher end product?

My favorite drug store beauty product is Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm. Best chapstick EVER!

My favorite higher end beauty item is Smashbox High Definition Liquid Concealer or Bare Minerals Original SPF 15 Foundation. I have used Bare Minerals for years. I discovered it after watching an informerical and ordered it. I am so glad I did!



2. Is there one type of product that is your go-to, can't live without?

I would say that would have to be Burt's Bees Lip Balm or mascara. Right now I am using Bare Minerals Flawless Definition Volumizing Mascara.



3. What's the best hair product you have ever used?

A couple of months ago my hair stylist introduced me to the wonders of Moroccan Oil. It is amazing! It makes my hair super soft and somehow manages to shorten my blow-drying time. This is definitely worth the money. A small bottle lasts a looong time for me and I have very thick hair.



4. Fess up, what's the worst beauty look you've tried to rock and look back now with a little shame or apprehension that you actually did that?

I can't really think of much that I am ashamed of but there are definitely things I would never try again. I got a body wave in my hair when I was 18. That was an awful idea. Also I would consider using the tanning bed as a beauty mistake I made in my youth.



5. When it comes to beauty products, we all use the same basic products. What do you use that helps show off your personal flair and personality?

I have never really thought about how my beauty rituals help me show off my own flair or personality. I do have to say that when I take the time to fix my hair and put on makeup I do feel more put together. This in turn helps me feel more comfortable talking to and approaching people. That probably seems a bit silly but it is true.



I saw Take Me Home Tonight. I have a crush on Topher Grace. Is it me or does Tori remind you of Kristen Stewart?

Give Anxiety the Boot

I love these boots with skinny jeans or with dresses. I bought them early last year at Old Navy. These were such a good find. I love tall boots. I really want a pair of Intyce boots in cognac by Steve Madden. I get really nervous when I spend larger than normal amounts of money though. Eventually I will give in and buy them. Right now my anxiety is holding me back.

I am wearing another pashmina. This one is from H&M. I love H&M. Unfortunately, the closest store to me is in Atlanta. At the end of March, a friend and I are going to Atlanta for a showing of Kevin Smith's new movie Red State and while we are there we are going to go to H&M. I am very excited!!

sweater: New York & Co

jeans: American Eagle

belt: American Eagle

boots: Old Navy

scarf: H&M

bracelet: Charlotte Russe

earrings: etsy

Purple People Eater

My weight loss goals aren't progressing as planned. I have been eating very well and because of this I am confident the problem is with my exercise routine. So with the help of a friend, I have a new exercise plan. Less weights, more cardio. I'm crossing my fingers that this works.

I love these jeans. I got them at the Banana Republic Outfit. This is my new favorite pair of jeans. Also I love pashmina scarfs. So soft and silky. I am strange and don't like the feeling on certain fabrics on my skin and especially me face. For the longest time I wouldn't wear wool. I still have a dislike for fleece though. Yes, I am quite pecuilar.

I saw The King's Speech again. A friend of mine really wanted to see it and I really liked the movie, so I said I would see it again. The movie was still just as good the second time. I even cried again. I love Colin Firth. I am sure he is my future husband. The age difference doesn't matter to me.

sweater: Loft

jeans: Banana Republic Outlet

scarf: Urban Outfitters

bracelet: jewelry show

shoes: Aldo

Buy My Outfit a Drink

Outfit #21

This week cannot be over fast enough. I have all of next week off!!!

I saw Black Swan Saturday night. OMG, it was so good. The movie left me speechless and Natalie Portman was amazing. I highly recommend this movie.

I still have Christmas shopping left to do. I'm not really sure when I am going to squeeze it in either.

Sorry for the boring post. I'm empty.

shirt: Urban Outfitters

dress: Simply Vera @ Kohls

tights: Simply Vera @ Kohls

boots: Soda

belt: Forever 21

Mr. Bright Eyes

Outfit #19

Okay, so I am awful with Photoscape. I like that Photoshop did almost everything for me. This photo is way too bright!

I went to see Tron: Legacy last night. I was so excited all week and then I feel asleep during the movie! I almost never fall asleep during a movie. I must have been exhausted. That was an expensive nap!

I counted all my items for the 30 for 30 Challenge the other night and realized I only had 28 items. So I added another pair of jeans which should help me fight this cold weather and still finish the challenge by the end of the year! That is my goal. This outfit lacks color. I probably should have worn a different scarf. Oh well.

On a better note, classes & exams are over for this semester! Yay! Only four more semesters left (one of those is a summer semester.)

sweater: Forever 21

jeans: American Eagle

shoes: Libby Edelman

tank: American Eagle (not one of my 30 items)

scarf: etsy

socks: Target

High School Graduation

Outfit #18 - My clothes just graduated from high school.

I'm back! I took a little hiatus from the 30 for 30 because of the weather. Today is was warmer so I jumped right back in head first!

I hate that I am still using my iPhone as my camera. I just need a charger for my camera. I really need to order one. ASAP! Also I am now using PhotoScape to edit my photos because my Photoshop trial expired. It is not as simple to use as Photoshop. Keep with me while I experiment to get the best results.

I am watching Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian so I can go see the new Narnia movies in theaters. I know, I am a nerd. That's okay with me.

cardigan: Kristen Davis @ Belk

sweater & belt: Forever 21

skirt & tights: Simply Vera @ Kohls

boots: Soda

necklace: don't remember

Seeing Spots - Six Style

Well I had every intention of letting a friend of my snap my picture before we saw a movie tonight but the mall was crazy crowded. And I was embarrassed to have them take my picture in front of everyone. I'm new at this and a little self conscience.

I absolutely heart these earrings I am wearing. I bought them for $1.50 at Forever 21. Such a steal!

sweater: Forever 21
jeans: Simply Vera @ Kohls
belt: American Eagle
necklace: New York & Co
earrings: Forever 21
shoes: Lizabeth Edelman