Just One More Prom...

So geeky. But I love it. 

I went to prom with my friend Jack last weekend! It was so fun! This was the first time (um, in my life?) that I attempted to wear a floor-length gown. It was an incredible dress. Goodness gracious. But it was from Rent-The-Runway, so it had to be sent back promptly, which broke my heart. I LOVED this dress, you guys. It's a David Meister, and it felt like a dream. I had these shoes that were perfect for the dress, but when the dress actually arrived I saw that it was much longer than I originally planned. So I had to wear 5-inch wedges! But I lasted pretty long in them. I credit that to fashion week and running in heels. haha

Dress: David Meister via Rent The Runway

Bracelet: Forever21

Headband: Claire's

Clutch: Jessica McClintock

Shoes: DSW

The idea of wearing a headband never occurred to me until the day before prom when I was at the mall! I just saw this one at Claire's and I just knew it was for me! 

Jack is an AMAZING drummer (check him out!), and his whole family loves music. So, getting some shots with some of their guitars was necessary (and hilarious). 

Jack told me while we were in the car driving to the meetup house that none of his friends bothered to get dates. I thought he was kidding. He wasn't. So, that was interesting. haha. They were awesome guys, though. 

We had so much fun!

Six Things I liked at Aisnley Spring 2012

The inspiration behind Aisnley spring 2012- Palm Springs! It really makes you wish it was summer again, doesn't it?

1. The Kristen Shirt

This shirt was my favorite in the collection! I'm obsessed with the smokey tones, asymmetrical hemline and brown/grey combination. Want want want...

2. The Reese jacket

I love this so much it hurts. It can be worn down (as seen in the second picture) or the ends can be buttoned up for a cool twisted look. I can see myself wearing this all the time.

3. Butterflies!

This print is so fun and original! What better way to celebrate spring than with colorful print?

4. Elbow Patches

I am a huge lover of elbow patches (have posted about them here), so I was especially smitten by this awesome jacket/blazer. I mean, come on now. Elbow patches, asymmetrical hemline, easy to wear, and duel-toned. I'm in love.

5. Tweed + Fabulous Fur

I saw this coat and I instantly said " Can I try this on?" But being a blogger, not a model, there is always the same problems. First, the jacket is a size two. Secondly, I am not a size two. But I went for it anyway.

Ah, the trouble with having curves. But it doesn't matter. The coat is beautiful anyway. I never got to show you this look from fashion week! Skirt is Vintage, blouse is JC Penny (Ah, wearing JC Penny to fashion week. Welcome to my world.) and the metal cuff is Forever21. Coat is Ainsley.

This is another great Ainsley coat.

I loved checking out this collection. Vibrant, bold, exotic, and full of life. Makes me excited for the spring season! Thanks Ainsley! Check Aisnley out on the web here.

Have a fantastic weekend, Lovelies!

Photos by me, photo of Reece jacket from Aisnley PR

Pops of color

(Note: I can't model to save my life)

Yes. Here at The Girl In The Check Scarf, we proudly support lime green nail polish.

.... What matches green better then purples and magentas?

Shirt from Forever21, Scarf was a Christmas gift, Flower is a hair pin from Forever21.

Blue Blurs

The sun is on my side, and takes me for a ride.  I smile up to the sky, I know I'll be alright.-Pocket full of sunshine, Natasha Beddingfield.  

Shirt-Forever21

Cami-New York & Co.

Jeans-Ann Taylor

Bangles-Harrods