Ummm... Did I *REALLY* need that brand new outfit?

In case you forgot, I have officially put myself on a budget.... tomorrow.

I went shopping this past weekend because I NEEDED WANTED new school clothes. I technically don't NEED ANYTHING... But, I HAVE WANT to go back to school in STYLE. In reality, I really have no fashion sense what so ever. I CONSTANTLY mix patterns & colors & most of the time I roll out of bed and realize half way through the day that I don't match AT ALL.

Please don't judge the next few pictures. I tried to have the hubs take "OUTFIT" pictures for me... But, please tell me I am not the ONLY ONE that thinks it's SUPER AWKWARD to pose & have their hubby/boyfriend/fiance/significant other/complete stranger take pictures? Because after two pictures, I had the hubs stop because I felt awkward & I could tell he thought I was ridiculous for taking pictures of myself in clothes for my blog.

Another tangent... I feel like EVERY conversation I have now-a-days with the hubby is about blogging... BLOG THIS, BLOG THAT. "Oh, new clothes, I HAVE to take pictures for my blog!" "Great dinner? Don't let me forget to put this on the blog!" "Honey Boo Boo shows up on TV... BABE, I NEEEEED TO BLOG ABOUT THIS!" "OMG, I GOT ANOTHER FOLLOWER!" (As V rolls his eyes.) "Did you read my new blog entry?" "I can't wait to see all the girls at the Blog get together this weekend!" I am sorry hubs for all the BLOG talk lately. And forgive me in advance because i'm sure it will just continue to get worse better.

Now, it was a bad hair day (hey, I actually had to GET UP this afternoon morning & attend staff development at 8am! I'm not used to this now, so I have to slowly ease my way in to real life again and actually look PRESENTABLE... What, sweatpants & unwashed hair isn't presentable? DARN!)

So much for a "SHORT" blog post (I blame it on my awwwwful ADD, haha)

Shirt: Forever 21
Skirt: Ann Taylor LOFT

Shirt: Banana Republic
Skirt: Ann Taylor LOFT
Jacket: Marshalls

Without the jacket

I originally LOVED this shirt so much that I also bought it in blue (didn't take pictures of that since it's the SAME EXACT shirt) but you can tell better in this picture how much it BUNCHES on the left side because that's where the zipper is. So it doesn't fit under all my skirts and when left out it's HUGE & baggy.

I don't usually shop at Banana Republic (kudos to all of you that do)... I can't believe how FREAKING EXPENSIVE THAT STORE IS! Golly!

Shirt: Jennifer Lopez from Kohls
Belt: Ross
Skirt: Ann Taylor LOFT

Shirt: Forever 21
Belt: Off a new'ish dress from Langford Market
Skirt: Ann Taylor LOFT

Shirt: Forever 21 (same shirt as first picture)
Belt: Ross
Skirt: Ann Taylor LOFT (This skirt is actually one size too big - although it doesn't look like it in the picture - and will need to be taken in - it gapped BAD in the back - but I couldn't resist it for $25!)

Bella would NOT let Mommy take outfit pictures
I love my teacher sweater from LOFT! 

I loved this shirt (from above & the 1st picture) but I didn't realize how LOW CUT in the back (and SEE THROUGH!) it is... So, it would definitely not be appropriate for work unless I had a jacket/sweater over it.

I am OBSESSED with LOFT! Mainly because I get a teacher discount & usually ONLY shop clearance! Forgive all the wrinkles in the skirts (I JUST took them out of the bag. Yeah, I suck!)

Teacher friends (and non-teacher friends!) What do you wear for your first day of school (or your first day of work?)

Also, anyone know where to get inexpensive (I'm CHEAP) flats? I can't wear heels at school (My feet would HATE me since i'm technically not allowed to sit ALL. DAY!) But, I need some new flats (and I need them CHEEEAPPPP!) Suggestions?

I WILL NOW CONCLUDE THIS NOVEL. I get an A for good intentions though, right?