Impromptu Date Nights

The Mr. and I had been busy all day, doing what, I can't remember.  By dinner time, I just wanted to get out and do some shopping.  The Mr. had mentioned that he wanted a few new pairs of pants, maybe a few shirts that he could wear to work (I love him, but he's a total computer nerd = his uniform consists of khakis, polos and the occasional button down.)  I rang my little sis and asked if she would "pretty, pretty please" care for the boys while we went out; she said yes.  I could have jumped for joy, but opted for hastily putting a cute outfit together and walking out the door......

{jeans 7 for all Mankind top vintage necklace BR shoes Nordstrom}

I have to tell you that I left wearing no jewelry.  My ritual with Banana Republic is to seek out their container filled with jewlery sale items, and rifle through until I usually hit the jackpot; which I did, this necklace - for $6.99!  I'm not sure I could've found a better necklace for this outfit :) 

We had to stop at the Gap because it was next door, which happened to be a huge disappointment!  My butt can only handle so much, and I have to tell you that high-waisted anything makes it appear to be about two miles long and it is terribly unflattering (lest you think I am just being critical, Catherine realized this problem when she had me try on a pair of her jeans - that were totally cute and flattering on her rear - but made us laugh at mine!)  The Mr. would've laughed if he hadn't thought it was such a turn-off, lol (he fancies himself a derriere man!)

However, one great positive at that store: one of the sales associates said he was dying over my shoes (though he was slightly disappointed they weren't actual boots!)  I'll take a compliment anyday!