Shine on you crazy diamond

I am not a dancer. But sometimes I pretend.

Birfday Booty, Day 9

Headband: Katie b.p. Tee: Tommy Hilfiger Outlet Jeans: GAP Outlet Boots: Diba via DSW

If I had left the house on this rainy day, I would've chosen to wear my brown boots. Now, since I didn't actually leave the house, it may be more accurate to imagine me barefoot instead. Did you notice that these are the same Diba boots I accidentally sucked into my vacuum?

Another confession is that headband was probably meant for Aspen (Katie sent us a box of goodies) but she didn't like wearing it so I stole it.

Birfday Booty, Day 6

Cardigan: J. Crew Outlet Tee: Old Navy Necklace: Liv(e) and Love Shop Capris: GAP Outlet Belt: don't remember! Sandals: Liz Claiborne via DSW

Is it too Mom-ish to tuck my shirt in like this? Really, please tell me.

Birfday Booty, Day 3

Cardigan: Old Navy via Love & Photographs Shop Jeans: Target Shoes: Rocket Dog via DSW

Ok, forgive me for the "artistic" photo. I was flipping my hair a bit when the shot was taken. But, I guess you know I really am full of myself; why else would I have a whole bunch of posts focused on what I wore? Duh.

I'm not usually brave enough to wear a cardi all buttoned up like a shirt. The idea seemed to stuffy to me before I got this particular sweater. Having the bold print makes me feel less like a librarian than I thought I would. Love it.

Some lacey things.

I just picked up these lovely Steve Madden tights over the weekend. Best part is that I used my $10 coupon at DSW to purchase them. With tax, I only spent $3 on them. Woo!

Tights is one of the things that make Fall/Winter a bit more bearable for me. They keep my legs warm while still allowing me to wear my summery skirts and peep-toe heels. Phew.

Believe it or not, I don't have a pair of blue heels.

There are now two pairs of shoes I'm dreaming of adding to my collection. 1) something blue and 2) something white. Of course, it's a given that I'm drawn to a pointy toe (to elongate short legs!) and a high heel (because I'm obsessed).

I still dream about the beautiful pair of white Guess heels that I tried on when I visited Maine last August. But at $60 I couldn't bring them home with me. I don't exactly regret it, but I wish I had the energy to locate a similar pair that fits just as well and is made with the same quality. Every pair of Guess heels I own fit like they were made for me.

This is the electric blue I've been envisioning as of late. I can even think of the outfits in my closet that will work with this color. As you can tell, that $10 DSW coupon is burning a hole in my pocket.

Have you ever coveted a certain style of shoe? Even if it seems impractical or too bold for you?

Look no further.

I was just telling myself I'd like to get a pair of sports sneakers that aren't white (even though I love my white sneakers with hot pink laces). I got a $10 off coupon from DSW for Valentine's Day and found these amazing Rocket Dogs on their website.

The number one reason I love Rocket Dog shoes is the comfort. I have never had a pair of their shoes, even sandals, that are uncomfortable after a long day. I love them. I may just have to head to Layton and put my coupon to good use on a V-day gift for myself. Afterall, Kev said that this year he'd actually like to celebrate by doing something other than our taxes.

He's such a romantic.

Being poor can't squash the shoe lover inside of me.

It just stops me from buying shoes.

Nine West Barbe (red or purple) $69.00 at Piperlime.com (which offers free shipping!).

Other varieties of the Barb (spelled without the "e" here) are available at Zappos.com (also with free shipping!).

Nine West Barb (blue multi-fabric) $68.95.

Nine West Barb (medium blue multi) $68.95.

Nine West Barb (purple-same as above from Piperlime ) $68.95.

I'm sorry, but I just don't spend that much on shoes. Ok, well, maybe I spend that much on shoes in a couple of months' time, but please remember that I am the girl who finds Nine West shoes for $19 at DSW. Or I hold out and buy shoes on sale at the Nine West outlet in Freeport (there's one in Park City too and I am so proud that I didn't even go inside).

It looks like I'll be holding out until these show up at DSW or I make it to an outlet to check out the deals. I love being a bargain shoe shopper. Why? Because then there is absolutely no guilt when I look at my collection and see the same shoe in four different colors. I know in my shoe-loving heart that the amount I spent on three of those four pairs is equivalent to the retail cost of one.

I'm smart like that.

On the Nine West site, the Barbe is listed at $79.oo, but it says to take 25% off which means they are selling limited styles of the Barbe (mostly faux crocodile) for $59.25 with complimentary shipping right now. Woo! Much like DSW, you can also earn points for purchases and use those towards discounts in the future.

Fruits of My Weekend

I love DSW.

And I also watched General Conference, don't worry.