Some days it takes a little extra effort to get out of bed in the morning. For the past week, I’ve had a lot of those days.
For more reasons than one, the past two weeks haven’t exactly been the greatest for me. For the most part it’s all standup/improv related. Who knew the world of comedy could be so depressing at times. Kind of ironic, huh? All of the rejection/wedidntchooseyou just gets to be a lot. Sometimes I’m good at handling it and sometimes it just sucks.
A couple of nights ago I found out I didn’t make an improv team that virtually everyone else I was playing with did. That one was a real stinger. And after I got that great news I hosted an open mic that went pretty late and by the end it was just me and a lot of drunk guys making dumb comments about the “pretty host,” to put it politely… It just got to be a bit much. I usually don’t mind the boys club of comedy, but two nights ago it bugged the hell out of me.
And now that I’ve got those three whiney paragraphs out of the way let’s move onto something a little less poor me. Sorry about that.
Before all of that complaining just came rushing out, what I meant to say is that today’s going to be a good day. I’m not giving it any other choice. I’ve finally printed my head-shots with a real photography printing studio that isn’t Walgreens, I’ve got an audition this afternoon, and I’m meeting some funny friends for drinks tonight.
And I got dressed today.
There’s a good chance you’ve already seen this dress on here because it’s been my go-to this fall. It’s super comfortable, fits like a gem, and it has pockets. I have a real thing for dresses that have pockets. Don’t all girls?
It’s from a little boutique called In Bloom. I’ve order a few pieces from this store now (like this kimono for example) and I’ve always been very pleased with everything they’ve sent me.
The owner is super sweet to work with and they also have free shipping which is always a bonus. Use the code DAILYTAY15 to get 15% off your order. I’d start with this vest, this cardi, or this scarf.
Just to get your Holiday shopping started, In Bloom is graciously hosting a giveaway for $40 store credit below.
*Clutch found here.
Enter here. And now let’s all just try to have a really great day. You owe it to yourself.
I always need more clothes! I tend to wear my favorite outfits all.the.time.
love the dress – longer sleeves + pockets = winning.
oh my word, they have a 'tall' section with a black maxi – I WANT.
I LOVE that boutique! I've gotten some of the cutest stuff from there – I think I'd go for the two way tunic, not sure about color…
Montana Cardi in taupe!
The Fall Basics Top, blue. Simple, comfy and I think I'd wear it a ton.
sorry it's been sucky lately. sometimes it's okay to acknowledge that. It doesn't bother me. and I'll take that dress please.
You look beautiful! Sorry about your bum week. The path you have chosen is tricky, but I'm told all the great success stories started out with lots of rejection – if it's too easy, you end up like Justin Bieber. And that would be the real tragedy.
Great! Could easily dress up or down!
I looked around the site and keep coming back to the dress you are wearing. You wear it well! Hope today is a better day 🙂
Such a cute dress!!
GOOD LUCK TODAY!!!!!
My winter wardrobe needs a definite boost, so I would LOVE to win the gist card!
Good luck with your audition!
I've been following in bloom on Insta for a while (just to torture myself) and I am in LOVE with their Piko tops. I'm getting one at some point or another it's just a matter of time. Good luck on your audition. Yeah, rejection sucks and the crazy thing is you keep on going back for more! But maybe today will be the day!!
Why do you always look so darn cute Taylor!! Break a leg at your audition!!
Going for your dreams can be SO crazy hard sometimes, but keep it up! It will be worth it later. Good luck today!
Love the You Belong With Me Tunic!
I love your outfit, it looks so comfortable! I love the The Colorblock Dolman and The Curvy Skinnies in both mustard and red. Thank you for the giveaway and good luck with your audition!!
That dress is awesome, I love how comfortable it looks. Plus it seems easy to dress up or down depending on the occasion!
love the plaid tunic in red!
Hey girl. Sorry things have been so shitty lately. You are TOTALLY entitled to complain. Have a great time tonight! And yeah, that dress looks awesome – like I said on IG i was worried it might be too thin for these crazy fall winds, but looks great!
I love the lace in back sweater. Everything is super cute so tuff choice.
Such a cute place!
I like the cowboy take me away tunic!
I think I want it all!!
i love the bring it on black sweater!
Good luck with your audition! You're making me want to bust out my leopard scarf out…
xo, Alicia
AliciaTenise.com
All of the fall basics!!
The Montana Cardi. I love me some Cardis!
Navajo printed anything! I would love a cardigan!
I have a go to black dress also! I've already worn it at least a handful of times this fall with boots and a leopard print scarf also!
xo
Love the Come On Over, Navy sweater!
I'm liking that dress you're wearing. I'm really into vests this year too, which is a first for me!
Love the leopard print scarf!
Thanks for doing giveaways! I recently moved to Chicago to pursue my own career in theatre & film, and have loved reading your blog!
Everything on In Bloom is so cute, but I especially love the Plaid Tunic and the Emerald Infinity Sweater.
I bet those other comedians don't have a funny blog with tons of followers who love them! And i love the friends in low places vest!
I like the dress it looks really nice on you
I don't blame you for having those days! I love the dress with that scarf!
http://www.madeintheshadeblog.com
I wanna tell you, without sounding cliche or girly annoying (whatever that means), that these posts of yours really inspire me. I have a really hard time picking myself up when I'm faced with even the smallest amount of rejection so when I see you getting back up and continuing to try to succeed at what you love it inspires me to do better and not be such a little bitch when someone criticizes a piece I've written for one of my workshops or when others (sometimes consistently) do better than me. So, while you definitely deserve to have some days where you (rightfully) complain all day long, thank you for inspiring me to be better.
I wish your dress was still available, but I'd take the Aztec On Your Sleeve Cardi as a consolation prize 🙂
I've decided that from now on all of my outfit picture have to be taken in Chicago during Autumn. No other option.
You are ROCKIN that outfit. I especially love how you threw the hat in there.
-Claire
http://www.fashionandfeathers.com
currently seeking a wedding dress with pockets so yes. love the look!
Love this dress!
Love that cardigan!
I love your dress – dresses with pockets are awesome! and the elbow patch stripe cardi!!
I love the plaid tunics in both navy and red!! Soo festive!
That dress from In Bloom is so perfect. Anything with pockets is a winner in my book plus black is so versatile.
Justine
http://theredlipchronicles.blogspot.com
Everything will get better I'm sure 🙂
Keep up the positivity!
And a dress with pockets is the perfect dress in my opinion
So many cute things! I love the pocket dress and the piko sweater!
That dress is amazing!!! And as for the comedy: "just keep swimming".
Elbow patch striped cardi for me!
The The Elbow Patch Striped Cardi, Mocha is adorable!
I really want the dress you're wearing! It's so cute, versatile and just overall perfect! But I'd also like the Aztec on Your Sleeve cardi. Thanks for bringing this cute shop to my attention! 🙂
What do I love from In Bloom? Everything. The answer is everything. And your outfit is stellar.
lovelovelove,
Erica
cominguprosestheblog.com
I really appreciate your honesty. So much of blogging/facebook/instagram is overloaded with this "perfect life" mentality, and nothing turns me away quicker. I really like to hear about people's bad days, let downs, and frustrations once in awhile because it makes me feel a little more normal and a lot less inadequate. Plus you are a positive and upbeat dreamer 98% of the time, so your posts are never ever whiney. Thanks for being so transparent- I think your readers really identify with that.