Ugh. Today was not my day. Admittedly, I woke up on the wrong side of the bed. I was in a bad mood for no reason other than it was Monday and I didn’t want it to be Monday yet. I hate it when I’m like that.
My moodiness got me thinking, though. One’s outlook on life is pretty easily manipulated. I mean, had I just woken up and said to myself, “Self, today’s going to be a great day!” — then it probably would have been, right? Of course, this is easier said than done. It’s pretty hard to convince myself–on a Monday morning at 5 a.m. when it’s still pitch dark and it’s absolutely freezing out–to have a positive outlook. But I need to try harder! I generally see the glass as being half full, but it’s my mornings that screw me up.
Tomorrow morning, I’m going to get up earlier so I’m not rushed, play Ryan Adams (my favorite), drink coffee (OMG–major typo originally… Forgot to include the word “coffee” — YIKES), and smile. Life is good, Morning Kelly. Life is good. :)
Dress: Gap (Take 40 percent off with code “SURPRISE”) / Bag: ASOS / Boots: Franco Sarto (Old), similar here, here and here / Bracelets: Capwell + Co. (c/o) and J.Crew (Old), similar here* / Necklaces: Paradise, almost identical here; and J.Crew (Old), almost identical here* / Watch: Michael Kors / Tights: HUE (Don’t care if I’m the only one wearing tights. I’m freezing. All the time. And I blame my parents. ;) I was pretty much born in Canada. Also, HUE is amazing. Highly recommended–best tights ever! They get me through the winter. Rant over.) / Earrings: J.Crew*, cheaper version here / Lipstick: Clinique
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It’s Monday girl, it happens to the best of us. You should be happy because your outfit is cute and you have style – what more is there, lol.
xx
the fashionable ESQ
http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/
Thanks so much! Haha–This was a rough week, but you know what?! Tomorrow’s Friday. ;)
Thanks for the pick-me-up! xoxo!
Oh I have that exact same bag! I’m always on the lookout for new things to wear the bag with and I quite like how it looks with your plaid dress! You’re so stylish as always.
Also it’s Monday – you’re allowed to feel that way! And hey, your week can only get better, right? :]
Thanks, Deborah! :) That’s so awesome you have the bag! Do you use it as a briefcase? I first thought I’d use it as a purse, but it’s kind of rigid. ;)
Thanks so much for the pep talk… I needed it! Hehe.
xoxo
The “plaid dress” needs to be everywhere! It’s the perfect transition piece into fall (so easy with tights!) with knee-high boots and a morning Kelly! XOXO-keep that chin up!
Majda | http://www.classystateofmind.blogspot.com
Thanks, Majda! :) I’m looooving anything plaid and flannel this year. I mean, who doesn’t want to be cozy and warm all the time?!
And thanks, girl. ;) I really needed the pep talk! Mucccch better these past couple of days!
What a darling dress – it looks so cozy and that satchel is perfect!
http://www.pennypincherfashion.com
Thanks so much, Kimberly! Thinking of you!! xoxo
Love the outfit! You definitely don’t look like you had a bad morning! But it is true being able to get ready slowly in the morning does prevent morning moodiness!
Carolyn
Hi Carolyn! Haha–You are so sweet. I keep a hair straightener at work. But I’m totally not going to use it anymore! (I sweaaaar. Haha.) Thanks, girl!
xoxo
Super sad my boots didn’t fit :(
They didn’t fit?! I am SO sorry. I’ve purchased mine at Macy’s before (at a crazy discounted price) with their coupons. I’ll be on the lookout!
I found a larger size on amazon and got them for just over $50!!! Craziness I tell you
A refreshing change from the usual red plaid I’ve seen everywhere! Hope your days get better!
The Fashann Monster
Thank you so much! I’m a sucker for anything cozy. ;)
xoxo! Thanks for the words of encouragement! They were so helpful!
Oh, I love that plaid dress. I mean, can you ever have enough plaid?? I’ll need to check out the Hue tights. Gap tights hold up pretty well for me, but those Hue ones look SO warm.
Heather
http://www.disposableincomegirl.com
Thank you, Heather!! I am OBSESSED with HUE. Especially their sweater tights. They feel like leggings. Super comfy!!!
xoxo
Green and navy are one of my favorite combo’s for a plaid outfit! Such a great look (I’ve had my eye on that bag forever now… patiently waiting for it to go on sale!)
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
Alex,
If you sign up for ASOS emails, they give you a percentage off! :) Thanks, girl! :)
xoxo!
I hear you, lady. Typical Monday! I have this foreboding sense about Daylight Savings Time ending, so I’m in the same boat. At least you look cute! Love that plaid. Hope today is going better! x
Hallie,
ME TOO. I am terrified of Daylight Savings Time. I absolutely hate how little sunlight we get during the winter. It really affects me! But thanks for the words of support. You’re too sweet!
xoxo
K
Love this preppy plaid dress, so cute!
I think we all have days like those that just start off wrong. Hope today is a better day for you!
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Thanks so much, Sharon! :) It was a much better day… I appreciate your kind words! xoxo
flannel dresses are the BEST
The Style Scribe
Hehe–Agreed, Merritt. Thank you!
I LOVE this dress on you!
Thank you, Crystalin! :) xoxo!
Rushing in the morning makes me grumpy too. But you looked cute, so that helps! Adorable plaid dress :)
Ashley | History in High Heels
Seriously, why can’t I just get up 15 minutes earlier so I’m not frantic?! I’m ridiculous. ;) Thanks, Ashley!!
Love, love, love that bag! Such a great asos find! And I love that dress! Reminds me I need to dig up my flannel gap shirt dress too! Great look, lady!
xx
Katie
I credit Carly at the College Prepster for this find, but thank you so much!! Flannel is a must for fall. So warm and cozy! Thanks again, Katie. <3
Hope your Tuesday started our better! Every Monday morning is rough for me – I think just because it is Monday. Love that bag! And the plaid dress is too cute on you!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Thanks, Nikki! It got a lot better. ;) And now Mitch and I are off to Chicago for a relaxing long weekend with his family. JUST what I need… So excited! Hope you are well, girl! :) xoxo
love this! i want that dress so bad. i honestly could not wait for monday after how horrible my 2 weeks and weekend before was.
Michelle,
I am worried about you, girl! Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. I’m a good listener. ;) Anyhow, thank you so much for your kind words. Talk soon!
xoxo
This dress is so cute on you! I love the scalloped handbag too. And I can totally relate on the Mondays. I typically grab my tea and put my headphones on. A little music, and I am a little less cranky!
I think I need to invest in a pair of headphones!! I typically just read a book on the subway, but I’m thinkin’ some happy music will improve my mornings! :) Thanks, Lauren! :)
xoxo
oh I had the same feeling yesterday… things just didn’t go my way at all! I hate when the bad Monday vibes come…and after a great weekend, Monday really is so hard. Fortunately it’s Wednesday soon and I can really get excited of a new weekend. I really like your cute plaid style, looks so comfortably chic and that bag is so unique!
xo
Kat/fourteen5.blogspot.com
Kat,
Right?! Ugh. Can’t escape the bad Monday vibes. But yes… You’re right, Wednesday is never far off, and that’s when you can think about the following weekend. AND GUESS WHAT?! Tomorrow’s Friday! Woooo! Thanks, Kat! ;)
xoxo
That dress looks so cute on you…plaid is the best for fall!
Thank you so much, Tara! Livin’ in plaid these days! xoxo
total cuteness and the scalloped bag is great!
Thank you so much, Shira! xoxo — P.S. Get-together soon!?
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That flannel dress looks so cozy, and I love it paired with tights and boots.
Thank you, Rebecca! I can’t recommend it enough. I feel like it would be the perfect dress for chasing kiddos around. ;) xoxo! Hope all is well, girl!
I can definitely relate to not wanting to get up when it’s cold and dark out… it doesn’t seem like that long ago the sun was rising long before i’d even think of getting out of bed and now having to leave the covers when it’s pitch black is just cruel. Like there should be some mandate that no one has to get up for work before sunrise.
Glad you are going to try and be more positive and speaking of positive, I POSITIVELY LOVE that scalloped tote!
Ah! Totally just responded to your note and then it was deleted. (Ohhhh, Southwest Airlines internet connections, haha)
Anyyyyway, thank you so much for your kind note! It totally made me feel better. :) I agree–getting up when it’s still dark outside is SO difficult! I am a night owl, and prefer sleeping in, so it makes it even more difficult!!
Thanks so much for the positivity! :) You’re so sweet, Lyddie!!
xoxo
Omg this is so adorable! LOVE the plaid dress! And the scalloped bag is so great :)
Veloria in velvet
http://www.veloriainvelvet.wordpress.com
Thank you so much, Madeline! You’re so sweet! I’m sooo into anything flannel these days. ;) xoxo!