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The changing of the seasons has brought me a renewed sense of contentment in this version of myself. Its hard to articulate but I feel so happy to be me these days. After a year that tried me. I've found a way back to myself and one of my most favorite versions.

Part of the Plan

November 11, 2021

The changing of the seasons has brought me a renewed sense of contentment in this version of myself. Its hard to articulate but I feel so happy to be me these days. After a year that tried me. I've found a way back to myself and one of my most favorite versions.
Greetings & salutations! What a whirlwind it has been getting back to Kansas City. I graduated, moved back home to suburbia, I've started a new job I'm so excited about, and managed to get a manicure. I feel like life has been a mile and minute, and I haven't even got to slow down and weigh in on the Victoria Beckham for Target collection Although the busyness doesn't seem to be quitting as I dive into my fourth week at work, and have gone back to wearing black Lacoste polos at the Bucks a few days a week. I'm excited to be back blogging regularly and share this post =')
Almost three months since its dropped and I'm finally weighing in on the Victoria Beckham for Target collection. I  had two major items on my wishlist this top, the Poplin Gathered Waist Top and the Gingham Twill Peplum Blouse. There were other pieces I craved like the Orange One Shoulder Dress with Bow and Scallop Trim and the Blue Stripe Poplin Gathered Waist Dress but since the collection has gone 40% off I figured I'll wait and find them on eBay when I'm craving a new dress.

All in all I purchased this Poplin Gathered Waist Top and the Gingham Twill Peplum Blouse. I ended up having to return the Gingham Twill Peplum Blouse because it had a weird fit which was a shame. My friend Victoria bought me the Bee Print Button Down Top for my birthday, its adorable, and certainly helped compensate for my returned peplum. I'll do an outfit post on it soon!
I think what I loved most about this gathered top is that it didn't look like anything I had in my closet. This piece so unique and architectural. I feel like I need to do one of those "Save Vs. Splurge" graphics on this top because after some investigation this $30 blouse looks just like VB's $265 Victoria Victoria Beckham Empire-waist cotton-poplin top. Quite a few pieces from the Target collection are more affordable options to her popular designer label pieces which is actually pretty amazing.

 Honestly this was one of the best purchases I've ever bought from Target. I am pleased with the structure and the material. I think its versatile and perfect for so many events. I wore this top to an art museum, dinner, a family dessert celebration, and to a restaurant event for work.
My latest obsession are these Miu Miu sunglasses. They may or may not be one of the main pairs Emma Roberts wears as Chanel #1 in Scream Queens, but in black of course. They were a splurge but the glitter detailing on the sides is my favorite part. Plus Miu Miu packaging is impeccable.
As summer begins, I have to admit I'm excited. I have an undergraduate degree under my belt and I'm working for a company I adore. I'm so happy to be back in KC, find me at First Friday's or sitting on a bench by the glass labyrinth at the Nelson. I'll probably be wearing this top. Hope everyone is enjoying their June with big iced caramel machiattos, donuts, and open hearts!

Wearing: Top - Victoria Beckham for Target, jeans - Rag & Bone (old), shoes - Urban Outfitters (sold out), sunglasses - Miu Miu 10ps, watch - Marc by Marc Jacobs, nails - OPI Show Us Your Tips

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Spice World

June 2, 2017

Greetings & salutations! What a whirlwind it has been getting back to Kansas City. I graduated, moved back home to suburbia, I've started a new job I'm so excited about, and managed to get a manicure. I feel like life has been a mile and minute, and I haven't even got to slow down and weigh in on the Victoria Beckham for Target collection Although the busyness doesn't seem to be quitting as I dive into my fourth week at work, and have gone back to wearing black Lacoste polos at the Bucks a few days a week. I'm excited to be back blogging regularly and share this post =')
Almost three months since its dropped and I'm finally weighing in on the Victoria Beckham for Target collection. I  had two major items on my wishlist this top, the Poplin Gathered Waist Top and the Gingham Twill Peplum Blouse. There were other pieces I craved like the Orange One Shoulder Dress with Bow and Scallop Trim and the Blue Stripe Poplin Gathered Waist Dress but since the collection has gone 40% off I figured I'll wait and find them on eBay when I'm craving a new dress.

All in all I purchased this Poplin Gathered Waist Top and the Gingham Twill Peplum Blouse. I ended up having to return the Gingham Twill Peplum Blouse because it had a weird fit which was a shame. My friend Victoria bought me the Bee Print Button Down Top for my birthday, its adorable, and certainly helped compensate for my returned peplum. I'll do an outfit post on it soon!
I think what I loved most about this gathered top is that it didn't look like anything I had in my closet. This piece so unique and architectural. I feel like I need to do one of those "Save Vs. Splurge" graphics on this top because after some investigation this $30 blouse looks just like VB's $265 Victoria Victoria Beckham Empire-waist cotton-poplin top. Quite a few pieces from the Target collection are more affordable options to her popular designer label pieces which is actually pretty amazing.

 Honestly this was one of the best purchases I've ever bought from Target. I am pleased with the structure and the material. I think its versatile and perfect for so many events. I wore this top to an art museum, dinner, a family dessert celebration, and to a restaurant event for work.
My latest obsession are these Miu Miu sunglasses. They may or may not be one of the main pairs Emma Roberts wears as Chanel #1 in Scream Queens, but in black of course. They were a splurge but the glitter detailing on the sides is my favorite part. Plus Miu Miu packaging is impeccable.
As summer begins, I have to admit I'm excited. I have an undergraduate degree under my belt and I'm working for a company I adore. I'm so happy to be back in KC, find me at First Friday's or sitting on a bench by the glass labyrinth at the Nelson. I'll probably be wearing this top. Hope everyone is enjoying their June with big iced caramel machiattos, donuts, and open hearts!

Wearing: Top - Victoria Beckham for Target, jeans - Rag & Bone (old), shoes - Urban Outfitters (sold out), sunglasses - Miu Miu 10ps, watch - Marc by Marc Jacobs, nails - OPI Show Us Your Tips

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Greetings friends! 2016 is moving pretty fast!

And the Turtleneck

November 18, 2016

Greetings friends! 2016 is moving pretty fast!
Greetings everyone! Now that my internship at Anthropologie has been completed I’ve been back at the Bucks slinging drinks and hiding behind our espresso machine. I finally made a purchase from Anthropologie during my time there! 

Buzz Buzz!

August 18, 2016

Greetings everyone! Now that my internship at Anthropologie has been completed I’ve been back at the Bucks slinging drinks and hiding behind our espresso machine. I finally made a purchase from Anthropologie during my time there! 
Hi friends! Happy August! It’s crazy to think that just a little over 4 years ago Je M’appelle Chanel was born. Monday, July 30 2012. Read my first post here!

Four Years Later

August 5, 2016

Hi friends! Happy August! It’s crazy to think that just a little over 4 years ago Je M’appelle Chanel was born. Monday, July 30 2012. Read my first post here!
Kansas weather is incredibly hot, possibly being inside a volcano hot. Now I've never been inside a volcano so that statement isn't exactly accurate, but I have been to a volcano in St. Lucia, La Soufriere!

Cool Girl Summer Uniform

July 22, 2016

Kansas weather is incredibly hot, possibly being inside a volcano hot. Now I've never been inside a volcano so that statement isn't exactly accurate, but I have been to a volcano in St. Lucia, La Soufriere!
{My 'Dazed N Confused' Look}

Sweet May

May 9, 2015

{My 'Dazed N Confused' Look}
As the hot summer weather beckons big musicians to tour, it also brings me to the "great outdoors." There's something about a hot summer day and a great night with friends that makes summer all more than worth it. As I was parading through the sale section of Urban Outfitters I came across these orange floral printed jeans. Made of spandex and cotton, and a premium lightweight skinny jean. Tripp NYC Orange Paradise Flower Jeans (49.99 in case anyone wants to buy me some..) are much cooler than your average coloured jeans. They will definitely have enough stretch for John Mayer and the Killers when I see them. I'll probably dance the whole John Mayer concert. I think a white graphic tank, denim shirt, silk tank, or a blazer would be perfect to make the jeans a little more versatile for summer. Don't forget to protect yourself against the sun, and drink some coconut water!

Orange Paradise

July 3, 2013

As the hot summer weather beckons big musicians to tour, it also brings me to the "great outdoors." There's something about a hot summer day and a great night with friends that makes summer all more than worth it. As I was parading through the sale section of Urban Outfitters I came across these orange floral printed jeans. Made of spandex and cotton, and a premium lightweight skinny jean. Tripp NYC Orange Paradise Flower Jeans (49.99 in case anyone wants to buy me some..) are much cooler than your average coloured jeans. They will definitely have enough stretch for John Mayer and the Killers when I see them. I'll probably dance the whole John Mayer concert. I think a white graphic tank, denim shirt, silk tank, or a blazer would be perfect to make the jeans a little more versatile for summer. Don't forget to protect yourself against the sun, and drink some coconut water!
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