Fringe.

One of my favorite spring trends is fringe. I've seen it on dresses, skirts, boots, and bags. Fringe is certainly having a moment! I found this fringed bag at Target recently (on sale!) and knew it was the perfect way for me to incorporate the trend. Even better, the bag converts to a backpack! I kept my outfit simple as the weather hasn't been super warm yet. Chambray, black denim, and booties paired well with the ease of the fringe. And of course we have to talk about this hat! Another steal from Target! Love the soft brown and the height. Perfect for these chillier spring days and a perfect compliment to the fringe!

Top: Urban Outfitters (similar).  Denim: Gap.  Hat: Target.  Bag: Target.  Booties: Urban Outfitters (similar).  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban.  Ring: J. Crew Factory.  Watch: Michael Kors.

Aztec.

I'm a sucker for a pair of printed pants, but only if they fit right. A pattern can be very difficult to wear on the bottom half of your body, but this Aztec print is subtle and loose. I kept my vibe cool with a chambray shirt (collar popped, of course) and a pair of cap toe espadrilles. I also attempted a new hairstyle. I call it the faux hawk braid. Not easy to do with such short hair but I think it turned out pretty cool. My cross-body bag was the perfect bag to finish this look.

Shirt: Old Navy (similar).  Pants: Target.  Espadrilles: Target.  Bag: Old Navy.  Earrings: Jewelmint.  Watch: Michael Kors.

Spring Fever.

Like most everyone in the country right now, I am wishing for Spring! Today, there was a taste as the temperatures reached 65 degrees. I couldn't help but try out these new palazzo pants I got at Target last weekend.  All day my students were complimenting me on my skirt! Surprise! They're pants! I love the pattern and the flowiness of them. Plus the length is perfect for a pair of flat slip on sneakers. I kept the rest of my outfit simple so as to not distract from the busy pattern of the pants. A white tee and my denim jacket were the perfect fit. I'm pretty pleased with my first attempt at a Spring outfit. Now to plan a winter outfit for tomorrow since we are supposed to get a wintry mix in the afternoon. Gotta love Virginia weather!

Jacket: Gap.  Tee: Target (similar).  Pants: Target.  Sneakers: Target (similar).  Bag: Old Navy.  Watch: Michael Kors.