Fly Like An Eagle

So American Eagle used to be one of my absolute favourite stores when I was younger, and after discovering retailmenot.com and its amazing selection of coupons I loved it even more due to the incredible discounts one could receive. Now it's sort of lost its appeal, as the simple pieces to me are generally not worth the price; I'd rather head over to H&M to grab some pretty basics and spice them up with thrifting finds or the occasional more expensive piece from, say, a sale at Nordstrom.

They're having a pretty good clearance sale, and you can get free shipping if you buy three or more items, so if I were to hypothetically make my first purcahse at American Eagle in a year or so, I'd stick these three items in my hypothetical cart:

1. AE Braided Halter


You can't really see the braid in this picture, but this is just a basic, pretty tank with a braided strap. I'm a sucker for cute little details and I love the braided and ruched parts of this top. And plus, it's only $10.

2. aerie sun rays boyfriend boxer


In the winter I have a couple of cozy flannel PJs that I wear but in summer I usually just revert to some old adidas running shorts from my track and field days...I should probably invest in cute PJs before college because now people will actually be witnessing me walking around in them. These, for only $6.95, should do the trick just fine.

3. AE Braided Flip Flop


So my pair of camel buckle gladiators (if one can even call them gladiators) came today, and I'll post about them later, but I kind of also want to get a slightly less nice pair of flip-flops, preferably with a pretty detail like these braided ones, to wear to the beach or walking around in areas that I'd prefer my gladiators not witness. At $19.95, they're a tad pricey, but maybe if I wait around long enough they'll go down in price a bit.

View from the Top

As a 5'2" teenage girl, it can be daunting to take on the fashion world which often seems to be tailor-made for leggy, Amazonian, model-types. In my own life, I don't find being small too much of a hassle but I definitely wouldn't mind an extra inch or two. But the life of a high school teen who has to climb numerous stairs to her classes doesn't exactly call for platform heels. I've slowly tried to pull myself away from the many gorgeous flats out there (trust me, it's hard!), so in honor of that here are a few wedges for anyone looking to gain an inch or two without breaking the bank (or your ankle).

This simple brown pair of flats would be a great, classic addition to any girl's wardrobe. They go with everything (well, almost) and can be used in both winter and summer. The 1.5-inch-heel gives you an extra boost height-wise without going crazy, and the though the $39.99 clearance price isn't outrageously cheap, these simple shoes will last you a long time.


These grey suede flats deviate from the traditional black or brown wedges (though you can get these shoes in both black and brown as well) while still remaining classic and neutral. The 2.5-inch wedge might be daunting for some, but take it from me - it's a lot better than a 2.5 inch skinny heel. Again, the $49.99 clearance price isn't the greatest, but these are classic shoes that will last you for quite a while.


If you're looking for a more summery vibe, these green canvas espadrilles offer a punch of colour for neutral-loving gals like myself. Plus, they're only $19.00 at Newport News!


Or, if you're looking for something a little bit nicer but still summer-appropriate, check out these cute polka-dot wedges, also from Newport News. At $24.00, they're a bit pricier than the espadrilles above, but they're still a lovely addition to anyone's shoe collection.


For a dressier vibe, try these metallic open-toe wedges, which offer a comfy yet stylish alternative to stiletto heels and are wonderfully priced at $19.00


Or, to rock the metallic in a subtler way, try these black wedges with silver trim ($24.00), or black wedges with a gold heel ($25.00). These two are a tad higher than the other wedges I've featured, but they're still easier to walk in than heels!

Loving Ruffles

Sorry, no outfit post here...I just wanted to direct your attention to this fabulously cute ruffled trenchcoat from J. Crew (it’s on sale!).


Sadly the sizes available are pretty barren, but this is still a lovely piece to look at. It could almost pass for a big-name designer; plus, with J. Crew, you know you’re getting a quality piece. I would pair it with a little black jersey dress with a hem shorter than the jacket, and some simple black flats or heels to focus all attention on this gorgeous trench.

EDIT: Sorry guys, this coat just sold out! I'll be on the hunt for another ruffled trench, so check back for updates...