A day at the museum

So I took a certain special someone to the High Museum of Art in Atlanta last Saturday as a way to celebrate his birthday. They were hosting a temporary exhibit with the works of Frida Khalo and Diego Rivera and it just sounded like a good way to spend the day. Turns out, I was right (as usual). We had a blast.

However, as fate would have it, my phone completely died, so there was no way for me to get any pics. Instead I figured why not at least document what I wore instead? Yeah, you're welcome! :)

So here are a few pics of the outfit that I put together for a day wandering around a museum. It seemed flats were essential, as was a crossbody purse that wouldn't be too heavy to carry around. Plus, I wanted something girly and
flirty—this adorable floral print skirt from Target coupled with a ruffled tank top definitely did the trick. And then of course, it was actually a bit chilly that day, so a sweater was necessary as well.

Here's the cheapskate outfit breakdown:

1. Navy sweater, thrifted ($4.99)
2. Lavender ruffle top, Walmart ($8.99)
3. Floral skirt, Target ($22.99)
4. Oxford shoes, Necessary Clothing ($9.99)
5. Crossbody bag, gifted (thanks Amy!)
6. Circle necklace, Brooklyn Flea ($20.00)
7. Wayfarers, Urban Outfitters ($10.00)
8. Leaf ring, gifted (thanks Em!)
9. Circle ring, Brooklyn Flea ($5.00)

Total: Under $100.00

 

Photos: Leslie Evans

Free fun: First Thursdays at the museum

Photo taken from the Museum's Facebook page

If by chance you're not going to the Death Cab for Cutie concert at the Alabama Theater Thursday Oct. 6th (maybe because you're broke?) but you still want to get out of the house and do something fun and affordable...might I suggest First Thursdays at the Birmingham Museum of Art.

While the museum is actually free every day, every first Thursday the museum keeps its doors open from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. with FREE admission for the rest of us working stiffs. It's definitely a great opportunity to check out the regular exhibits if you still haven't seen those yet. Or since the weather is currently perfect, you can purchase drinks and tapas and enjoy them in the garden. Either way, it should be an enjoyable evening that will also fit in nicely with your budget.