Happy New Years Eve! By far the most anticipated holiday of the year for me… not because one has to wait the longest for it to arrive, but because everyone needs fresh starts, new goals, and a new mantra to live by. For the past several years, I’ve always thought out one phrase that I really want to Post-it note to my mind through the following year. Cheesy I know, but it helps me stay focused and driven to accomplish (not so much a goal) but a new way of seeing things.
Last year, overwhelmed with 70+ hour work weeks, a plethora of personal life chaos, a lot of life changes, etc (you get the point, we’ve all been there)… my mantra for 2014 has been, “Striving for perfection is in vain. Instead, succeed in making progress.” -me ;) Because when you take on the world, sometimes it’s a bigger bite than we can handle, but piece at a time – you can really accomplish anything. This past year through those struggles, some life-long goals have been accomplished, and a few battles have been won, and I find myself in a place wondering, what exactly is next? So allow me to share my over-thought thoughts for this upcoming year, hope you feel inspired, and do share what your thoughts are on the new year.
“Who you are is not of fate. It’s a moment in time, a belief, a choice, an action, a thought – all of which are your own. Wield it accordingly.” -yours truly
These photos mark the beginning of one of those more crazy times of the past year. At the airport, waiting to board the jet that would take me to Florida to help my brother move back to VA (yay!), with an immediate returning train ride to NYC for FFaNY week, followed by two trips to WI (that’s a 16 hour drive one way ladies and gents) helping my Mom settle into her new business . All jam packed into 4 weeks, and oh did I mention that those weeks also included Thanksgiving, Christmas, both my mom’s and my birthdays, and a couple of the busiest work-weeks of the year? #thatslife #itsnotactuallybad #infactiloveit #donewithhashtagsfornow #sorrynotsorry
This outfit is beautiful! So effortless and simple, but with great details. Happy New Year!
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thank you friend… all the best!
Love the last two pictures! That sweater looks so comfy
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sooo comfy… that’s my priority for travel attire! happy new year =)
This outfit is so fab- I love the accessories!!
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thank you, can’t beat $2 rings haha
Great outfit and more importantly great writing too. I’m pleased to have come across your blog!
Wishing you all the best for 2015.
Samuel
thank you that means a lot! I always wonder if people take the time to read anything these days..
I often wonder that myself, but every now and then people do. It sounds like you have been crazy busy, so kick back, relax and enjoy yourself!
Seriously loving your effortless style! Happy NYE! xo, Hayley http://www.dailydoseofdarling.com
thank you Haley, hope you’re new year is the best yet <3
I love your outfit! It looks so cute and comfortable.
And also, Happy New Year’s!
Love, M.
thanks Melissa… it really is sooo comfy, even for the duration of the travel. hope you had an amazing new year celebration!
Just found your blog and I am in love! Sense of style and photography is gorgeous! Hope you have a wonderful new years!
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thanks Chelsea… had to check out yours also and great styles! making my lazy day off more enjoyable =)
Not many people can take a white sweater and black skinnies and make it work like a boss! I absolutely ADORE your style Kristina and just your street fashion flair is so on point! Happy new year dear and may you have a great start to 2015!! :) xo~ Lena
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happy new year to you! and thank you so much for always being such a positive voice. you’re the best =)
You look so pretty and i like your outfit. Love the photography and the sweater <3
Wishing you a Prosperous and a Happy New Year! :)
xoxo,
SHAIRA
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thank you Shaira, and the same to you!
I love this!! Happy New Year Gorgeous!! xx
happy new year back at you! xoxo
Happy New Years!! Hope you had an amazing time celebrating :)
These pictures are so cool and your outfit is amazing, you accessorize so perfectly!
xxx
Camilla
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thank you camilla! hope your new year is filled with new wonderful memories ahead
I am loving these photos and your post! I couldn’t agree more with you that nothing is better than a fresh start and a new beginning! We’re celebrating our one month blog anniversary with a Graffiti New Years post today on the blog! Cheers to 2015!
xo, Jennifer
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ah loved your anniversary post! congrats on your blog and happy new year!
Love both your mantras, thanks for sharing it with us! And you look so chic for someone going on a plane! Happy new year X
thank you so much Naeun, and wishing you all the best in the new year!
Happy New Year, love! I enjoyed reading your content – that’s rare to find! God bless, beautiful :)
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thank you that means sooo much, hope your year is already off to an incredible start =) and looking forward to ‘keepin in touch’ throughout the new year!
Definitely, lovey! Glad we came across each other :)
I’m in love with your sweater! And with the whole outfit! You have awesome style!
thank you, and so happy to have been able to check out your blog! such inspiring photos
Ohh, thank you so much! =)
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