Dreaming of Spring

Dress//Macy's//Similar here

Earrings//B. Brilliant//here

Necklace//American Rag//Similar here

Hello Darlings!
Have I ever mentioned that I was raised in South Carolina? Right now nothing is more apparent than the fact that I don't like cold weather. Really, anything under about 60 degrees is a no go. So, while I'm stuck in Indiana with Indiana weather, I am dreaming of much warmer climates. I am loving how simple this dress is and how it makes a statement all on its own. I'm also going to be getting cabin fever in like two point five seconds because I can't drive anywhere in this god awful snow. So, from my bed with heated blankets, I hope everyone has a lovely Monday!

Kate

Busy Lately

Hello Darlings,

I have been busier than a bee lately. So, in order to commemorate the adventures that I've been on lately, I have put together the longest blogs in the history of Just a Strand of Pearls. Please enjoy the pictures below!

I started off my week by hanging out with this homedog. She is a psycho and an alligator slayer. Watch out for those teeth.

Next, I took a little trip to Cincinnati. Although it was only a two hour car ride, it felt like at least twenty.

This is what happens when I'm sitting in a car for forty miles or so.

This is the result of jamming out for two hours... and having a gift of really terrible dancing. 

Took this gorgeous shot somewhere on the highway between Cincinnati and Indy.

After a grand total of about 3+ hours in the car, I started to loose my mind.

We also took a little lunch break in Cincinnati.

After getting home, I decided to take advantage of some Christmas gifts and just relax.

Did I mention that I got new boots because I'm totally in love with these Vince Camutos.

It snowed... a lot. And I hate driving in snow.

My last meal for 2013. I tried to go the healthy route by getting chicken fingers and french fries. New Year's resolution here I come.

Trying to take a picture with this goofball is like attempting to get a two year old's attention for more than five minutes. Luckily for him, I love him regardless.

So that's it folks.A whole grouping of my happenings for the past week. No worries, there is more fashion coming. I just have to quit running around for five seconds. Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!

Kate

Friday, December 27, 2013

Hello Darlings! So, it's time for honesty. I have absolutely no idea what brand this dress is. I can't find it for the life of me.Whoops. It is a good thing that I didn't wait until summer like I planned on doing. I really wouldn't suggest wearing this dress in the middle of winter, unless you live in Mexico or Southern Texas. If that's the case, I think you should wear this dress right up here to Indiana and show it to me. I remember back in the day when I longed to see snow... I'm over that now. If you're living in Mexico or Southern Texas, I'm sure you're also longing for the bi-polar tank top to Eskimo suit weather that Indiana offers. Thank you all so much for stopping by!

Kate 

December 26, 2013

Blouse//Bar III//here (on sale!)

Leggings//Anne Klein//here

Hello Darlings! Okay, so I'll be the first to admit I've been slacking on posting. Being on break from school has me all out of sorts. I've also been thinking, I'm missing something from the blog. Believe it or else, in person I'm actually kind of funny. I'm also not perfect. Literally the weirdest things happen to me on a daily basis. As you can tell from the third picture, I also am not the best at taking pictures. Hopefully by the 1,000,000th blog post I'll be as gorg as Tyra Banks. Maybe not... especially after over-eating for the past 19.5 years of my life. Anywho, thank you so much for stopping by! I'll really try to put down the left-overs and start blogging some more.

Kate

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Leggings//Bar III//here (on sale!)

Blouse//Guess//similar here

Hello Darlings! Happy Wednesday! We are in the final countdown until Christmas and I am so excited! This peplum top is so great for any holiday party and is conservative enough to hang out with the parents during the holiday season! Not to mention it has a bit of glam with the black gems. I hope everyone has a wonderful day! Thanks so much for stopping by!

Kate

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Maxi//BarIII//here

Jewelry//Style&Co.//here

Hello Darlings! I hope everyone had a restful and relaxing weekend. This weekend I got to write six essays for my classes and finally got to finish my last final today! I also worked this weekend, and since I work in retail and the snow is pouring out of the sky, I remembered! There are nine days until Christmas! I absolutely adore this maxi dress by BarIII. It is super comfortable for holiday parties, and looks super chic. When it is paired with the white necklace, you look like a very classy and chic candy cane. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Kate

Saturday, December 14, 2013

Blouse//Rachel Roy//Dying for this one

Skirt//Tommy Hilfiger//here

Hello Darlings! 

I have definitely had this skirt on major repeat lately. Perhaps that's because of how comfortable it is! Seriously, I'm a skirt girl but geez, the only thing better would be laying around in a pair of yoga pants. This shirt is also super cute. I'm all for adding bling anywhere possible. I hope everyone has had a wonderful couple of days. The snow here is trying to kill me. I can think of so many other things that are better than trying to drive around in the snow...like having surgery or getting a broken bone. I hope everyone has a wonderful rest of the weekend! Thank you so much for stopping by!

Kate