18 for 30?

Top: Shop Kempt Jeans: Silver Boots: Steve Madden Necklace: Shop Kempt

YAY FOR FALL! Can I just say how super giddy I am that it hasn't really really snowed here in Utah yet? Coming from San Diego, it is the #1 thing I hate about Utah. I hate living in the snow. By some stroke of luck, it hasn't really started snowing. It isn't sticking. I don't mind, and just hope it can hold off until we go to San Diego for Christmas :) That would be an entire fall semester without SNOW! WOW.

On another note...

I usually don't quit things. I like to start what I finish. But can I just say I am so over the 30 for 30?! I am struggling. I had all the outfits picked out and just hadn't finished taking pictures of all of them. Do you know how hard it is to take pictures of yourself in clothes around a 9-5 job? Um. Yeah.

The second something becomes like a chore to me, I am over it. So I am sorry to announce that I have decided to end at 18 out of my 30. I think that was a good run, no? 18 outfits for you all. 18 outfits and maybe you could get some clothes like this with a Meijer Promotional code.  I am not taking one more picture in those same clothes haha.

It really was a great experiment, and I did learn to see my closet in a whole new light. Some items of clothing I hardly ever wore, I ended up wearing way more then I thought I would or even could! So it was really fun to do that.

But have no fear, I still love clothes and would like to keep up with a once a week fashion post. So just expect to see more of the other items in my closet then you did before, like today's post for example :)

75 comments

  1. I tried to do a face of the day around my work schedule and decided after 1 day that it wasn't going to work out, so at least you lasted 18 :) I do love your boots too!

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  2. You look so put together! Adorable. :)
    And yes... I understand- life gets in the way of blogging... blogging needs to be FUN, and a hobby... not a chore.
    So don't apologize. :)
    Makay

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  3. You're so pretty! I love this outfit. I would get so sick of 13 for 30 too!

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  4. I am in DC and we haven't had any snow yet either. It's cold enough but no snow. I'm from Southern California too. This is my first real fall and winter!

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  5. Love the outfit! I've never attempted 30 for 30 because I already know I would get tuckered out.

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  6. I don't know that I could do a 30 for 30, so It's OK :) I love that shirt and the boots are adorable!

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  7. I'm so glad you found my blog - because it introduced me to yours :)
    I hope you'll become a regular to mine like I am to yours... your blog is too gorgeous :-)
    You don't enjoy the snow, but I wish we had snow in South Africa! Sigh!
    Much love, Bailey from Vanilla Blonde

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  8. i love your bangs :)
    and it's still awesome that you made it through 18 of the 30 days. Not sure i could even do that haha.
    we still have no snow here either, which is actually really strange, being that I live in wasaga beach, ON and snow is always a disaster. I can't complain, though it would be nice to have some for xmas!
    xo dana
    thewonderforest.com

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  9. I love that necklace! Such a cute outfit! I am excited to see the other things in your closet now that you're done with the 18/30!

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  10. I love your new bangs. I heart bangs. Also, I love the colorful new layout! So pretty. And I think it's totally OK to quit something, especially when it becomes a chore. I quit something that I wasn't passionate about, and I felt really bad about it for a while...but then I decided that it was OK to follow my heart and do something I love instead. It's not totally related, but sorta :)

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  11. Ah I just love your hair at the moment, the colour and the cut is perfect! Can you do a blog post on your hair secrets e.g what products you use, do you dye your own hair. It would be much appreciated!

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  12. That is just fine! I think 18 is close enough. :) I've been so happy there hasn't been much snow too! Keeping my fingers crossed that it stays this way!

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  13. ok holy hotness! i love your hair and that outfit is super cute. and i think 18 out of 30 sounds just right. :)
    and yes! I would love it if we could get together while you're here! and i hope the snow stays far, far away until then.

    Lindsay

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  14. I liked them while they lasted! But I hear you on the taking the time to get them out.
    you've been taking them of yourself? How did you do that? tripod? I love the last one too.

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  15. love this post. I have that necklace and LOVE it.

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  16. Yay for non-sticking snow. I live in Washington (state) and unlike last year, there's barely been any lasting snow this year ... I am la-la-loving it! LOL.

    And 18 out of 30 is just as good. I mean, after all, you did see your closet in a new light ... so I wouldn't consider it giving up ... you learned something :b

    xoxo,
    Noelani

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  17. I have never done it because I knew I wouldn't stick with it. Cute top :)

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  18. just stumbled on your blog this morning- it is absolutely beautiful! Love your designs and graphics!

    consider me your newest follower!!

    AbiPlusHusband.blogspot.com

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  19. Don't worry - you got further than a lot of people I know who have tried it. I tend to think that 30 is just a lot... So I would never even try it. Maybe if there was like, a 15 for 15...

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  20. love those photos! and just for the record, I think it's hard to get a photo once a week for my belly shot...let only 30 days worth!

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  21. Super cute button-up!! So fun and colorful.

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  22. I definitely understand the feeling of when something becomes a chore! 18 isn't bad at all. ;)

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  23. I really love this outfit! And that last pic of you throwing the leaves was great!

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  24. I love this outfit but I totally understand the stopping things once they become a chore! I do the same thing! Haha. I am glad that you'll be doing a fashion post once a week still though!

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  25. you are really pretty! thank you for following my blog. i SO APPRECIATE it.

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  26. wow! cute outfit! Love your blog, I'm happy you found me!

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  27. so whaaaaatt??????? you hate the snow? oh girl, now you done went and did it.

    (hold on, let me get my composure back....)

    ok just kidding. You know I totally love ya, but you HATE the snow? It's so pretty and exciting and you can make...snowmans? (I hate making snowmen btw) however San Diego is like my favorite place EVER in the US so I totally feel you there.

    and not to mention you are just super cute and gorgeous in these pictures.

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  28. This outfit is absolutely amazing! You are beautiful!

    XOXO

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  29. I totally understand how you feel! It's one thing to put together a cute outfit but it's another to actually get a good picture of it! You look cute so no worries :)

    Bekah
    If Work Permits

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  30. Its ok! 18 out of 30 is still pretty good. I tried to do a wardrobe challenge last summer and I also didn't make it until the end.

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  31. You are always so cute! I thought about doing the 30 for 30 and knew there was no way I could finish it! :)

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  32. I knew I would feel the exact same way if I ever tried 30 for 30--but I think you learned the entire reason behind it...use you closet more creatively!

    xoxo
    ally

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  33. You are adorable and how cute is the throwing the leaves picture! Love your outfit and what a fun way to add pops of color with that necklace and I love your oh so fabulous boots! I hear you on not wanting to quit things either, but feel the same as you from time to time! Hope your holiday has been lovely so far!

    Liesl :)

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  34. haha you are so funny! I think you gave it a good effort. I tried to do a 30x30 before too...I didn't make it. It did help me re-work my wardrobe though :)

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  35. Hi there! So glad you became a follower of my blog so I could find your blog!! You are so gorg! I look forward to hanging out on your blog and getting to know you better ;-)

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  36. I LOVE your top and necklace. I think I will go and check out the site.

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  37. I am in Orange County and am always wishing for snow! Wanna trade places? Looking forward to more fashion post!

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  38. you have leaves?! what the what?! that is crazy. it is oh so cold & bitter in NC. and then it's going to warm up to 68 degrees on Thursday. ha!
    when you said you were going to stop the 30 for 30 outfits i was afraid i wouldn't get to see your face! but i'm OK with the once a week thing ;)

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  39. You are so adorable and have the cutest fashion sense! Love your fashion posts but, totally respect you wanting out of the 30 thing...I stopped a 30 something challenge in teh 20's once. 30 must just be too much 18 is awesome so bravo! :) Merry Christmas to you by the way:)

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  40. I'm loving your bangs! I have been playing around with the idea of cutting mine and these photos may have just sold me.

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  41. At least the 18 you did were great! I'm totally with us on the no snow thing.. I've been livin it up myself! Happy Monday!

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  42. welp, at least your last outfit was practically perfect.

    i love it.

    and you are beautiful.

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  43. Love the leaves... and leave the outfits behind!

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  44. Loving the blouse and necklace! Need to checkout Shop Kempt!

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  45. I admire you that you got that far on the 30-30. I couldnt even make it to 18! I am in love with your top, its so fun and cheerful. :)

    <3Chelsea Elizabeth

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  46. You are so adorable! I love your outfit and boots!

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  47. OMG! It's been forever since i've been to your blog (and that sad cause its one of my favorite) i never get to blog creep anymore. BUT your blog is absolutely ADORABLE! Gahhhh I love love love it!

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  48. I love the colors of your top! And that last picture is amazing.

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  49. Ok I have totally been a follower for a while now and am so honored that you stumbled upon my bloggy blog!!!! And thanks for the sweet comments! Hooray!! I am the same way with hair, I change it while still trying to keep it long!! My extensions are my drug, and make my hair thick!!! I will be in Utah over the holiday!!! Let me know if you want to have a hair party!!! Hooray!!! Xo xo my love!!
    Lacy

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  50. I am so surprised it's not snowing there. The cold and I don't get along that well, but winter outfits are fun. Love your ensemble.

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  51. I adore this outfit, love the colourful shirt so much!

    We never get snow here in South Africa and sometimes one does wish for a white Christmas rather than a Pool Party Christmas!

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  52. i think you had a good run and what a fun outfit to end on. i love that top. so colorful!

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  53. Thanks guys! This outfit would actually be "19" but I didn't count it because it wasn't in the original 30 for 30 :) Ready to move on to the rest of my closet! haha

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  54. Gorgeous blouse, the leaves are such a cool touch to the last picture.

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  55. I really love this outfit. Great colours. I agree with Molly the leaves on the last pic are really good.

    Laura x
    http://firstclassramblings.blogspot.com

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  56. you are too stinkin' cute, love the leaf pic! :)

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  57. LOVE this outfit! Most definitely LOVE the top, my goodness, it's beautiful! And seriously, I haven't finished s 30x30 yet. I would like to, but it's hard!! So glad to find your blog, definitely following along!

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  58. LOVE this outfit! and the leaves picture :)
    thanks for following!
    love,
    elisabeth

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  59. you are so cute in your outfit!! i love the bright colors :-) seriously you are adorable

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  60. If you're interested in a blog swap you should check out
    http://ardjla.blogspot.com/
    she is doing an accessory one and that should be just as fun as the one i just did!

    i love the necklace your wearing btw...and I'm glad my silly pictures could make you laugh, thats what i do. i make people laugh.

    :)

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  61. Love this outfit!!!!!!
    Thanks for your sweet comment on my blog :)

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  62. I love the top and the necklace! And I'm a bit jealous of your haircolor! I need to go lighter soon! :) haha

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  63. glad you found me so i could find you! i love your top and necklace!!

    krissykreates.blogspot.com

    i'm following you!

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  64. Such a cute outfit and I absolutely LOVE your new blog design!! xoxo

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  65. you look smokin! i miss the fall in utah.... send some snow for me please! if you get some that is..


    tanandmeg.blogspot.com

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  66. THAT NECKLACE! SO MUCH THAT NECKLACE!!! It's stunning!!

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  67. I love this post. It made me laugh out loud for real! 18 for 30 is wayyyyyy more than I could have done. But I completely get how hard it is to take pictures of you in clothes around a freaking job! hah. completely get it! :) Love this outfit though btw!

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  68. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that top! -Jessica

    http://30-some-thing.blogspot.com/

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