May Flowers

I recently unearthed this post that was buried deep in our Blogger's archives; it definitely made me miss all of that long hair & warm weather (no tights required).

I bought this J.Crew skirt & cardigan on final sale without trying either of them on. There's not a J.Crew near me, otherwise I'd be in there trying things on and stalking the sale racks all of the time. Ordering final sale online is always a gamble, but I've only lost once or twice. :) I've become pretty familiar with how J.Crew clothing fits me, so sometimes, I just go for it.

Thanks to Kate for the lovely photos!

Cardigan: J.Crew

Top: Calvin Klein

Skirt: J.Crew

Necklace: ShiDa Night Market (little stand near YOFROYO), Taipei
Shoes: Old Navy, Fall 2010

Photography in the Park

I helped my friend Kate, a budding black & white photographer, out with a photo shoot at the park. She graciously took my outfit photos, as well, so a big thanks to her!  Cooler weather is coming (or for some, is already here), and I'm trying to get a few more wears out of these peep-toe flats. 

Meet my new friends and their babies!

Dress: Floral dress F21 (Fall 2010)
Cardigan: Jackie Cardigan in Orchid Shadow, J.Crew | shop
Shoes: Gap Outlet (Fall 2010)
Earrings: Taiwan
Belt: J.Crew

Garden Party

Meet Punk - my brother's dog!

My sister (Jane 2) calls this my "napkin" dress. She says it looks and feels like a cloth napkin - LOL.

I say it's a garden party dress or perfect for (fake) gardening. Plus, it has pockets... total win.

Check out kelinda.kelinda's Purple Week, a celebration of a cat's favorite color.  If you look closely, you might see a familiar face ;).  Plus, Miss AmyK also rocks one of Jane Squared's favorite color combos: purple & gold!

Dress: J.Crew Factory Store
Shoes: Taiwan
Belt: J.Crew
Earrings: Banana Republic Factory Store

Just Call Me Picasso

Big thanks to my photographer and platemaker extraordinaire, Carly of Carly in the Capital

Carly and I checked out a local paint-your-own-pottery studio, where I painted an adorable monster bank  to look like Mike Wazowski's chubbier blue cousin, while Carly created a plate for her mother's dining pleasure.  I think the bank turned out pretty cute pre-firing-in-the-kiln despite the fact that I'm one of the least artistic people you'll meet; I don't draw, paint, sew, sing, dance, play an instrument, throw pots even passably well.  But I do have a knack for ordering winning dishes at restaurants I've never frequented.

We all have our skills, I suppose. :)

Earrings: Charlotte Russe

Dress: TJ Maxx

Bracelets: F21

Bag: Target - See Aili rock it.

Shoes: Taiwan - Aili also wore them here.

Summer Florals

Photos courtesy of Carly

I'm a fan of Victoria's Secret clothing.  VS clothing is cute, fits me well, and always wins me compliments!  It's not always the greatest quality and is often overpriced, but you can score great deals with coupon codes or during their semi-annual sales.  Despite the drawbacks, I find myself regularly checking out their clothing selection (swim suits, too).

On an unrelated note, happy belated Father's Day to all you fathers out there.  And a special shout out to our father and our brother--a new dad celebrating his first Father's Day.  :)

Dress: The Corset Dress in Purple Multicolor, Victoria's Secret ($30, originally $58)
Cardigan: Jenna Cardigan, J.Crew
Shoes: Taiwan
Headband: Banana Republic
Earrings: Forever 21
Belt: J.Crew
Purse: H&M

Postmaster General

Jane 1 says I look like a postmaster.  lol.

Cardigan: Gap Kids - Girls

Shirt: The Solid Oxford Shirt in Oxford Blue, Gap Kids - Boys

Skirt: Express (Aili owns this, too!)

Headband: Borrowed from my momma's closet

Necklace: ShiDa Night Market, Taiwan

Belt: Taiwan

Shoes: Taiwan

Star Student

Photos by Kate!

This week is my final week of classes, and I've been spending all of my time in the library & computer lab on term papers and final projects. Next Tuesday is my last day of finals, and then I'll be home free! I'm just one gigantic term paper, one slightly less major paper, one relatively easy essay and two exams away from graduation! In the mean time, I'm keeping study time fresh & comfy with this colorful ruffle cami & rolled denim shorts.

Cardigan: J.Crew

Top: Ruffle Cami in Purple/Kiwi Plaid, JCPenney (on sale for $14.99, originally $26)

Shorts: Victoria's Secret, Spring 2010

Shoes: Forever 21

Earrings: Taiwan

No More Pencils, No More Books...

...No More Teachers' Dirty Looks!

On Thursday, my family and I celebrated my graduation. Woot! I'm pretty much a happier and nicer person now that school is out. What time is it? Summertime.

When I first discovered this blue dress I was a little confused. Non-traditional, wavy "wings" threw me for a loop. However, this deep blue color sold me, and I envisioned that a belt would make for an interesting, cool look. Pockets would've been great for this dress, alas, no pockets means no silly string. Next time....oh wait, that means a PhD? Scratch that.

Oh, hi Ailyn.

Below is a photo of my dad. I was watching him during the ceremony and saw that 60% of the time he was playing on his iPhone. Needless to say, I was jealous. If this dress had pockets I, too, could be enjoying a little Max & the Magic Marker. FAIL.

Jane 1

Dress: Cascade Trim Dress in Pangea Blue, Gap ($39.99, originally $69.95)

Shoes: Nine West in Black Patent SY ($69.00)

Jewelry: Express Earrings ($16.50)


Jane 2
Dress: Gap (similar, but in black)
Shoes: Old Navy
Belt: Taiwan