Urban Outfitters is Evil

I went to Urban Outfitters last night and was treated to some awful behavior by the sales staff. I went their intending to try and find the clothes I used in my online styling from Urban Outfitters. Unfortunately I could only find the hat and sweater, so I went to find a skirt that had a similar vibe and try on the whole outfit.

Here I'm wearing my own Ralph Lauren shoes and then two pieces from Urban Outfitters.
This sweater is the same from before and the skirt is not actually online. This is what happened when I went to try on the outfit with the hat (which I was not allowed to bring in the dressing room because I might steal it? In my tiny tiny purse?).

I was going to have my fiance take a picture of me outside of the dressing room when two staff members rushed over and yelled that we weren't allowed to take pictures in the store. Not even told nicely that it was store policy, we were attacked. Mitch didn't care and took a picture of me walking back into the room, so I don't have any good pictures of the outfit with the hat.
Ultimately the sweater and hat were still cute, but the sweater did not go with the skirt I found. Also, I am definitely never going back to shop there again. You would think that in this economy customer service would be highly valued but apparently not at Urban Outfitters, at least the one in Harvard Square.

One Stop Shopping - Urban Outfitters

I normally don't like Urban Outfitters, it's kind of overpriced for what it is. I mean, I can get the stuff they have in there at a thrift store for a tiny percentage of the price. However, I was online window shopping and I saw a tulle skirt that I loved and thought, it would be fun to build an outfit around this.

I love gray for fall, with just splashes of color thrown in with accessories.
Hat: $28
Sweater: $78
Skirt: $48
Shoes: $48
Purse: $18

One Stop Shopping - Topshop

When I thought of topshop I immediately thought of making a crazy outfit, because that's what they're known for. Somehow I ended up with what I think would be perfect for a cozy cuddle in front of a fire on a cold day. With a log cabin involved somehow, maybe a bearskin rug.

Sweater: $100
Jeggings (Jeans + Leggings): $44
Boots: $180
Hat: $24
Total: $348

Come on how comfy does this outfit look? Plus it includes Jeggings! How can you not love jeggings, they're hilarious.

One Stop Shopping - Forever 21

When I used to go shopping with my mother she would always make me buy entire outfits at one store if I found something I liked. Her reasoning was that what if you can't find anything to go with it? Then you shouldn't buy it. Now it's useful to be able to buy an entire outfit in one store because it's faster and easier if you need to get an entire outfit. So here's an outfit I picked with all the clothes from Forever 21.

Sexy Date Night Outfit

I love this outfit. The sweater has a military jacket edge to it, which is very in right now. The fact that it's a cardigan takes away the hardness. It also goes great with the skirt, which I love. It's cute and feminine, but also sexy which is perfect for a date.
Cardigan: $22.80
Skirt: $32
Necklace: $12.80
Purse: $7.50
Shoes: $10.50
Total: $85.60

Sexy Date Outfit

I think this is perfect for a date because it's sexy but understated sexy. The one shoulder shirt shows off your shoulders and collarbone which are sexy on all body types. Also, wearing jeans is a good choice for a date, they're much more laid back than a dress and I think there's nothing better than a great skinny jean. The high heels are a must as well as the great silver accessories which look great with the dark blue of the shirt!
Blouse: Topshop $65
Jeans: Forever21 $17.80
Heels: Zappos $117.95
Purse: Topshop $90
Cuff Bracelet: Modcloth $15.99
Total: $306.74
Total without the purse and the heels: $98.79
So this look is doable without the heels and the purse, you could get something cheaper, but I love what they add to the look.

Also, Topshop will not let you link to certain items which is why I haven't been linking for that store. The items are not that difficult to find however.

More Expensive Work Outfit

I think this look would be perfect for a casual Friday work look, or if your workplace is more casual.

I started out with the blouse which I love. The colors are gorgeous and I love the sleeves. Then I paired it with some great plain trousers so the blouse could take center state. Also the neckline was screaming for a necklace and I loved the small details on the gold one. Finally I'm obsessed with the shoes, and even though the colors don't match I think a peak of bronze really sets off the whole look.
Blouse: Anthropologie $228
Trousers: Anthropologie $118
Necklace: Modcloth $17.99
Shoes: Nanette Lapore $395
Total: $758.99

Inexpensive Workish Outfit

I realized now that graduation is approaching I'll need to get some work appropriate clothes. The only problem is that if I had to wear a boring suit everyday I would die. It's exactly why I left Catholic school. So I picked out this as a possibility:

First of all the skirt is amazing, and it's knee length so I think it's office appropriate. I also really love the blazer, the little bows on the pockets keeps it young (not too young) and fun instead of dowdy. I also like having a flash of color under the blazer by using the tank top.
Blazer: Forever21 $24.80
Tank: Forever21 $7.90
Skirt: Forever21 $17.80 (I'm also totally getting this skirt. It looks like it should cost at least $50, love love love)
Shoes: Steve Madden $47.96
Total: $98.46! Stayed under even with the $50 shoes!