Unless you were at NYFW, unlike me, this week has been dragging like no other. So to end this week on a high note, I am introducing a new series to The Flossy I like to call "Currently Crushing."
You can think of Currently Crushing as your casual Friday here at The Flossy. Why not take it easy and wind down from the madness? You can use this post as a chance relax for a few and check out a some things I am currently craving. On Fridays, I'll share with you my favorite links, photos, baubles, and finds for the week. I am excited to kick off the very first Currently Crushing post.
1. I had my first Pumpkin Spice Latte from SBUX this week since they've been back. It didn't taste as good as I remember. *WHAT* No worries, I'll give 'em another chance.
2. Everyone uses New Year's to try and make resolutions or life changes. I like to use the end of the summer. More on this next week but have you seen the Tory Burch x FitBit pieces? I want!
3. Check out this typography art by MotivationalType. They have the dopest prints. Also, super inspirational and they don't break the bank. SHOP HERE
4. On my recent kick to eat a little lighter, I made this extremely easy recipe I found on Pinterest. You must try! Its delish!
5. How glamorous does the Altuzarra for Target line look? I swoon over that black, fur jacket! I can't wait until 09.14.
Other than guys, what are you crushing on this week? Dying to hear.
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Until next time...stay flossy!
xxA
So, I have been a little MIA the past week or so. My excuse is that I started a new, grown-up job. It's daunting starting at a new place. I still don't have a badge with a terrible picture of myself on it yet so I have to wear one of those tacky visitor ones. I just got a desk this past Wednesday and on Friday they gave me a laptop. Do you want to know the first thought that popped into my head when they gave it to me? "I HAVE to buy a new bag to carry this around in."
I never felt more like Isla Fisher in Confessions of a Shopaholic. Ya know, the scene where she goes to the sample sale and promises herself she won't buy anything unless she needs it? She proceeds to pick up a pair of gloves and justifies only buying them because she has fingers. Fun fact: That is one of my favorite movies. I haven't read the book though.
I have been on the hunt the past couple days searching for a bag that says "I'm fabulous but still take my work seriously." I'm sure my new co-workers don't read that far into the work bag a young girl is carrying but you never know. I was looking for a bag that was large enough to hold my work belongings but still had structure and defined shape. I can't just throw my things into a potato sack and call it a day.
Here is where my research lead me.
one | Jetsetter Backpack, Henri Bendel. Navy blue with gold hardware. Great for travel or work. Almost has a bit of a nautical feel to it. Just imagine that your office is now a yacht and work won't seem so bad, eh? $278
two | Reptile Embossed Work Tote, Daily Look. Ivory color with gold details. Simple and chic. Could I carry a white bag on the daily? Heck no but props to those of you that do! $75
three | London Leather, Francine Collection. Cognac color. This is great color for Fall but it's also a timeless piece. I can see something like this lasting years if you take good care of it. $200
four | Croc Textured Work Tote, Merona Collection. Taupe color. This is a flashy metallic piece with good structure at an even better price point. $35
five | Paris Pebbled Leather Shopper, Knomo. Black with gold hardware. This bag has a casual, sporty look. Great for everyday + weekend. $295
six | Heather Top Handle Briefcase, Ivanka Trump. Stone color. I love this bag. The outside is very pristine and sweet and the inside says "let's get down to business." So many compartments and pockets. I think I am leaning towards this one as my fave! $175
Do any of you working ladies carry briefcases or bags to work? Have any advice for me? Fill me in!
Until next time, stay flossy!
xx, A
