Fly Fridays: Is it Fall Yet?

Dress: Forever 21 (similar)
Cardigan: Urban Outfitters (similar here and here)
Sandals: Target
Ring: Jewelmint
Bracelet:Custom made by Golden Butterfly Art 

It seems I can never be fully pleased. When summer is here I constantly wish for fall/winter, and when winter is here all I can think about is spring/summer. I'm definitely feeling fall right now. Starbucks, at least the ones on Baylor's campus, have the pumpkin spiced lattes out and let me tell you that it only fuels my love for fall even more. Crisp air + blankets + tea/ hot chocolate = heaven my friends.

Unfortunately Texas weather is still chillin' in the upper 90s, so I don't think I will get my wish anytime soon. If I pretend for long enough though, fall may come a little faster. That is how it works, right? Finding transition pieces is crucial for this time of year, especially for us die-hard fall lovers that just cannot resist adding in fall clothing waaaay too early. I personally like to opt for light-weight cardigans that you can throw on for class/ work and take off for any outdoor commute. 

The dress itself is very spring-like, but when you throw a mustard cardigan on, it can be relevant for fall as well. 

Bring on the cooler weather Texas. My body is ready.

Stay Golden,

xxCaitlin. 

Strikes My Fancy #10

Hey everyone! Thanks for popping by to check out this week's Strikes My Fancy post. Have fun!

1. Make Me A Bird - Elektrik People

So I found this song/band while watching Hemlock Grove. If you have not seen that show, then I highly suggest you check it out. It is incredibly weird and confusing, but oddly addicting. Just a heads up there is loads of nudity and somewhat inappropriate content because it is a Netflix original, thus it doesn't have to meet publicly televised standards. Regardless the show has some fantastic music, such as this song. Enjoy friends!

2. Nailed it.

3. I can't. I just can't. 

4. I'm really digging this shirt.

5. This video is so accurate. We can't all be the Queen. 

6. Majestic Flapflaps.

7. I need every single one of these darling Alice accessories that Modcloth has to offer. 

8. Nothing important.

9. My friend Mackenzie is in Italy and has started a blog to document her experience. I mentioned it briefly in last week's post, but now that she has settled in there is something to share. If you dig traveling, good humor, and obnoxiously perfect photos then head on over to her blog; it is quite lovely.

10. One time RGIII "conducted" the Golden Wave Band during the half-time performance for the inaugural game at new Floyd Casey Stadium, err McLane Stadium. It was an honor to march with him at the podium. 

That's it for today! Thanks so much for stopping by.

Stay Golden,

xxCaitlin. 

Fly Fridays: Working Hard or Hardly Working.

Top (similar here and here)/ Heels: Old Navy
Skirt/ Necklace (similar here and here): Modcloth
Glasses: Warby Parker

Welp, it is that time of the year again. Time to fall back into a somewhat regular routine, and time to consume much more than the recommended dosage of caffeine. Woot Woot. All joking aside my first week back has been quite lovely and I am really looking forward to my classes this semester. Oddly enough the Biology class I am taking has been one of my favourites thus far, well that and my Fashion Illustration class. Both are full of new and wonderful ideas that I am excited to learn more about as the semester progresses. 

There are a lot of familiar pieces in today's outfit. Both the top and the skirt are go-to's for me, so do not be surprised if you see them fairly often. Anywho, I like to refer to this look as the Patriotic Librarian. Why? I'm decked out in America colours and I have some pretty rad specs on, that's why. Those who know me personally know that my glasses normally live on my face, however I normally take them off for outfit photos so when I get to showcase them I am thrilled. Warby Parker has some of the best frames that I have ever encountered and the purpose behind their company is just grand. Sadly I only own this lovely pair, but I do plan on purchasing some other options in the hopefully near future. They are great quality for a good price. If you haven't checked them out, I highly recommend you do so. 

I figured this look was appropriate since I just finished my first week of  Junior year here at Baylor. 

I feel that looking the part definitely helps motivate you to do your best. Take yourself seriously and so will those around you. *Life advice from Caitlin* That's now a thing. Not really, but whatevs. 

I hope everyone's first week of classes/ work week went well! If you have any classes you are particularly excited for please let me know! *ahem* Grace I want to know how that ballet class is going because I am super jelly. 

Stay Golden,

xxCaitlin. 

Strikes My Fancy #9

Hello and welcome to this week's Strikes My Fancy post! As always good music awaits, along with some nerdy humor, wise words, and pretty accessories. Stick around! 

1. As Cities Burn- Made Too Pretty

This song. What can I say about this song? Well, it is fantastic, and it is without a doubt one of my favourite songs. This song, along with most of As Cities Burn's songs, carries a huge message. Their music and the depth of their words just blows me away every time I hear them. I was listening to Timothy (another one of my favourites from them) last night and I was reminded of how incredible their work is. So here you go friends, enjoy.

2. These expressive Storm Troopers

3. This song because I wanted to make it my song of the week, but I am unable to embed the video. ADTR is where it is at my friends. 

4. Fairly certain I need this ring.

5. I did the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. It was cold. 

6. I promise I'm not laughing.

7. These neat-o burrito paintings. 

8. More Ice Bucket Challenge humor. RUN JAWN RUN.

9. These heavenly looking things. I must wait until my buddy Mackenzie comes back from Italy to make these with her. She left yesterday so I have quite some time. I'll just stare at the picture until then. Anywho, she is possibly going to start a blog to document her trip, so hopefully I will be able to share her adventures with you all as I live vicariously through her. 

10. Even more poignant now. He was such a brilliant man. 

There you have it. Thanks so much for popping in to view what caught my eye this week. All the best my friends!

Stay Golden,

xxCaitlin. 

Fly Fridays: Going Casual

Top: Target
Shorts: Old Navy (similar)
Scarf: Modcloth. Similar here and here.
Shoes: Vans

Hello everyone!

 

I had originally planned to have this outfit as a back-up post, but when I saw how the pictures turned out I decided otherwise. It's pretty obvious that I am super lousy at doing casual, so me putting together a somewhat cute casual outfit is a rarity.

 

I got this scarf in a grab-bag from Modcloth and I absolutely love it. It is perfect for transitioning from summer to fall. Now I know for us Texas people it is still way too hot out to wear scarves, but people that live up North can probably start getting away with it. I personally cannot wait to start wearing scarves again.

 

My vans are well loved as you can probably tell. They are my go-to shoes for just about everything, and I just couldn't pass up the opportunity to pair them with the scarf. I've had the shorts for forever and they are one of two pairs of shorts that I actually like wearing. Building new outfits around my two pairs of shorts is always an exciting task.

 

That being said: scarves make awesome accessories, and when they are paired with shorts you have a great transition outfit!

 

Stay Golden,

 

xxCaitlin.

Strikes My Fancy #8



Good afternoon! Welcome to this week's Strikes My Fancy post. Nerdy humor and lots of tea await.

 

1. Manchester Orchestra- The Golden Ticket

 So Manchester Orchestra is a pretty fantastic band. If you haven't heard of them I suggest you start looking into them now. You will not be disappointed. This song is particularly great. Enjoy friends!

 

2. This pick-up line is perfect.

 

3. This is quite possibly the best buzzfeed list ever. A big thanks to Maggie for showing me this on the fly.

 

4. Piglet knows what's up.

 

5. Fall is coming, which means school... and coffee.

 

6. This explains why they were in the 1800s as well.

 

7. I wish cool things like this happened to me.

 

8. Alice.

 

9. I'm really digging this print.

 

10. Tea. Glorious Tea!

 

 Stay Golden,

 

xxCaitlin.

 

Fly Fridays: Pretty in Pink

Top (similar here and here)/ Pants (similar)/ Ring: Old Navy
Shoes (similar): Forever 21
Colorblock Tote (similar): Gap
Bangles: Aldo
Necklace: Lilly's Resale

Hello there! I'm going to keep things short today since I am finishing up my last day at Leadership Retreat for BUGWB. 

I've said it once, and I'll say it again I really should be Old Navy's poster child. These pants are probably my favourite pair of the pixie pants that I own. Polka dots + pink. Does it get any better than that? I've been all over the pastel trend this Spring/ Summer, probably more than I care to admit. I just think the colours are so pretty and feminine. This has been my go-to outfit for work/ casual day out this summer and I must say that it has served me well. The pixie pants are comfortable enough to sleep in and the shirt is so flow-y, that I honestly do not mind donning it in the Texas heat. Comfort is key. 

End note: Dallas has lots of neat spaces that make for pretty sweet backdrops.

Stay Golden,

xxCaitlin.