findersKEEPERS Star Eyes blouse, findersKEEPERS Midnight Lovers shorts, Joie Twiggy Over The Knee Boots, Forever21 Sunnies, Two Tone Chelsea Charles bracelet, Chanel bag, Chanel Lipstick in Pimpante

I have really been into color and patterned monochromatic looks. It is a nice break from my usual very basic outfits. I think  a break from tradition or a piece that steps outside your comfort area is exactly what you need sometimes. We all get so comfortable in normalcy that throwing in something different is usually inspiring. I love my basic jeans and t-shirts but I have grown a bit bored with my closet so I vowed to make my next purchase one with lots of color and patterns. And.did.it.ever. I definitely stepped outside my normal purchasing behavior. I am excited to show you more!

Also, I am so giddy this morning, not because I have new garbs to show you but because I am putting the final touches on a very spontaneous trip abroad. My sweet hubs called me Monday morning and said, “While I am gone in Canada you should go abroad too.” You never have to offer me a trip twice, so we hung up that morning and the trip was booked by noon that same day. That is why I called it a very spontaneous trip. Want to know something that makes this trip even more exciting and special? I get to bring my best friend Molly (read her post today), and show her a new part of the world. She couldn’t have said it better than in her post today, “I don’t know which of us is more excited; me for getting to go somewhere I’ve never been or her for getting to introduce me to it.” I honestly am dying with excitement! How often is it that you get to go with your best friend on a trip abroad or show someone a new part of the world? The trip couldn’t come soon enough and once there are more details to share, I will fill you in!

In the mean time, shop these fun patterned separates for your closet…