Anthropologie Homegrown Dress, J.Crew Merino Ruffle Cardigan, Forever 21 Tights, kate spade kellie too heels, Forever 21 Headband, Rachel Leigh ‘Over It’ Necklace
The last few days I’ve been feeling decidedly glum and moody, and the formerly idyllic weather in California seems to have taken a turn for the worse to match my emotions. As I walked along my street the other afternoon, the sky was overcast and threatening rain, the wind whipped the tree branches about violently, and the air nipped harshly at my cheeks. Surrounded by gloom, I could feel my mood slipping even further. I wondered what the point was of even trying to take any pictures and considered just turning around to go back and mope in bed with a comforting book. But then, amidst all the gray, my eyes alighted on an unexpected sunny yellow patch a few yards down — an early-blooming cluster of daffodils, my favorite flowers. It seemed that Mother Nature was extending a tiny peace offering, a small gift designed to lift my spirits. I felt a smile come to my face for the first time that day. They didn’t make my problems magically disappear or erase my despondency entirely, but these cheerful little daffodils seemed like symbol of all the beauty, happiness and hope in the world, reminding me that things could and would indeed eventually get better. Today I am finally back to myself, but journey to recovery all started I think with these pretty, hopeful yellow blooms :)
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Love your bright color outfit.
Comment by Victoria February 15, 2011 @ 10:12 amHow appropriate you dressed to match the daffodils. I love how your outfit alludes to spring coming.
I’ve been pretty bummed about the weather too. Time for a sun dance!
Comment by Thessa February 15, 2011 @ 10:35 amYou match the daffodils! I am sorry to hear that you’ve been feeling down — I hope your situation improves soon! In the meantime, I love those bright yellow shoes and polka-dotted tights!
Comment by AmyK February 15, 2011 @ 10:40 amI love that dress! I almost purchased it but I decided against it, and now I don’t know why! I love how you styled it with darker tights, its a nice combo!
Comment by Steph February 15, 2011 @ 11:00 amAw you look picture perfect for spring. The Homegrown dress is one of my very favourites that I own too. I always match it with oranges, but you make me want to find some yellow heels!
Comment by Alissa February 15, 2011 @ 11:04 amI’m glad you’re feeling better Anjali. Mother Nature often cheers me up too.
Comment by Val February 15, 2011 @ 11:06 amSo pretty and spring-like today, Anjali! And I saw you won a couple different giveaways! Congrats!
Comment by Carol February 15, 2011 @ 11:57 amWhat a beautiful bouquet! You and your daffodils! yes, what is up with our weather where we now have to pull out fall clothes? I was getting used to the last few weeks of better-than-summer. I hope you are feeling better! You are certainly cheering us up!
Comment by Maggie May February 15, 2011 @ 12:02 pmSoo gorgeous! I wouldn’t have thought to pair the polka dot tights with the floral dress – but it totally works!
Comment by sweetarchivia February 15, 2011 @ 12:22 pmYou are the epitome (spelling?) of spring in this outfit! The pictures are beautiful and so was your story depicting the journey to finding brightness. You’re beautiful Anjali and hope you start feeling much much better soon.
Comment by dea diaries February 15, 2011 @ 12:34 pmOMG…this is darling! I love how you are not afraid to pattern mix..those polka dots are the perfect match for this cute dress. You look great!
Comment by Jenni February 15, 2011 @ 12:57 pmI love the bright colors, beautiful pattern on the dress, and the polka dots on the tights! What a great outfit:) I’m so glad that the little glimpse of spring in the flowers helped to brighten your day!
Comment by Kristin February 15, 2011 @ 1:27 pmYou look just beautiful… such a gorgeous dress! I hope your day has gotten better!
Comment by Carly February 15, 2011 @ 1:56 pmAnjali, you couldn’t be any cuter! Love your sunny outfit :)
Comment by Caroline February 15, 2011 @ 2:10 pmYou look so pretty :)
Comment by Sieun February 15, 2011 @ 2:36 pmWhat a beautiful dress!! Love the whole outfit, Anjali. You look very pretty :)
Comment by Berni February 15, 2011 @ 3:14 pmDaffodils (and their smaller sister, jonquils) are my happy flowers too – and always a sign that spring is on the way! Love your outfit today
Comment by Lauren February 15, 2011 @ 5:19 pmHi Anjali. Glad you’re feeling better. Daffodils always remind me that spring time is near. And I wished I lived in Cali . . . where I live, there’s still a foot of snow on the ground. And don’t worry too much :) things always have a way of working themselves out.
Comment by Lisa L February 15, 2011 @ 6:37 pmI’ve been feeling kind of glum lately too! But I think your outfit is absolutely cheery and shoos away any bad mood. Love.
Comment by Jinah February 16, 2011 @ 12:32 amANother beautiful dress. I checked out modcloth, love it and loved your Paris themed dress
Comment by Molly February 16, 2011 @ 7:29 amThe dress with the tights is seriously adorable!
Comment by Becca February 16, 2011 @ 9:27 amWhat lovely pictures! The florals are so pretty and the lighting invokes a dream state, just beautiful.
Comment by CheesyGoodness February 16, 2011 @ 2:00 pmDaffodils are my absolute favorite too (followed closely by tulips and gerber daisies). I was scrolling down thinking how beautiful your outfit was and then got to the daffodils and they gave me the biggest smile. Hope you are feeling smilier toooo!
Comment by anotherfishinthesea February 16, 2011 @ 6:42 pmAw, many thanks to all of you ladies and your kind and complimentary words :) They mean a lot!
Comment by goldenmeans February 16, 2011 @ 8:14 pmI love daffodils! Once the shoots start to emerge from the earth my heart lifts knowing spring is around the corner; it’s my favourite time of year. The snowdrops and crocuses are in bloom here but the daffs have yet to flower. The beautiful blooms you found are the perfect match for your gorgeous dress, I hope they did the trick and lifted your mood! x
Comment by Louise February 17, 2011 @ 4:13 amYour blog and this outfit especially are so vibrant and stimulating! I love every look, I would love to play dress-up in your closet.
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