Style Files: The Cargo / Streets and Stripes

Coat and dress-H&M, Shoes-Target, Bag-Fossil (thrifted)

This is another outfit that I wore nannying. I'm starting to figure out what works and what doesn't. And after searching for a cargo coat for the longest time, I finally found one in my budget. This beauty only cost me $17 and it comes from H&M (thanks Mandy for the heads up!).

I'm starting to realize how much of an undisciplined person I am. I don't think it's ever been this bad before in my life! Perhaps it's the summer time or maybe it's just that life has dealt some hard things lately, but I need to start stepping up and getting things back in order.

The funny thing about this dress is that it's actually shorter in the front than it is in the back. Call me dummy, but I didn't realize this as I tried it on the store and only noticed this once I wore it at home. :D Whoops! But I still think it's a passable dress so it's staying.

Also I just want to thank Jeanna for the lovely blog award! Jeanna is one of my must-see style blogs that I read daily. Visit here to see what I mean.

Ps - This weekend I rounded up my favorite looks from July. It was actually fun looking back! I might continue to do this at the end of each month just as a reflection to see how my style is coming.

14 comments

kelly annAugust 8, 2010 at 11:09 PM
cooler colours like these are so perfect on you. <3
JeannaAugust 8, 2010 at 11:27 PM
You're very welcome for the blog award, and thanks so much for the sweet mention! :)

By the way, way to go with the great deal on your cargo jacket! It looks like it will be a fantastic piece to wear as the weather gets cooler.
amanda lynn?August 9, 2010 at 9:19 AM
i love that jacket! i've been looking for one like it.
Little Ocean AnnieAugust 9, 2010 at 1:23 PM
Very cute jacket! I love it paired with a simple summer dress. :)
Chloe TraynerAugust 9, 2010 at 2:53 PM
I love that simple dress and the jacket really works well with it. I love dresses that do that longer in the back thing, handy for covering up while still looking chic.
megan at Transmission MeAugust 9, 2010 at 2:54 PM
The jacket is awesome, looks great with the dress (and your hair color)!! I also like the button accessory on your bag. Cute outfit!!
BarbaraAugust 9, 2010 at 6:31 PM
you look pretty!!! cargo is one of my fav colors !
MandyAugust 9, 2010 at 8:57 PM
I saw your comment - so glad you found the jacket! It looks really adorable; you can never go wrong with H&M I swear....
MarisaAugust 9, 2010 at 10:11 PM
I love that cargo jacket on you. For some reason I have not had any luck at pulling one of those off. It looks so chic with the asymmetrical dress. Your hair is really lovely as well. What's your styling routine?
geeAugust 9, 2010 at 11:02 PM
aww heck. i was just at H&M in chicago and didnt even see this amazing jacket! but i need it in my life. it looks amazing on you!! xoxo
MeekAugust 10, 2010 at 1:02 AM
That jacket is awesome, by the way I love your hair, is it naturally curly or do you do something to it, whatever you do I think it looks fab!
ChauceeAugust 10, 2010 at 9:23 AM
My hair is naturally this wavy/curly. Thank you!
aliciafashionistaAugust 10, 2010 at 1:00 PM
You are gorgeous Chaucee, I love your hair colour (and your hair in general!) I really like the cargo coat too, it's a perfect piece to keep wearing well into the fall :)
Emily, Ruby Slipper TravellerAugust 10, 2010 at 2:07 PM
At least your dress isn't see-through. I have one that's longer at the back and kind of transparent and requires all sorts of slip shenanigans! Good cargo jacket too!

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