Today was a pretty awesome day. Beautiful weather, spent some time with family, and the countdown to Zoobilation is now only HOURS (hear that Mel?) HOURS away! Another reason today was just simply staggering was because I chose to release my inner nerd. We all have this in us, and if you don’t think so, then I am just sorry for your soul.

Although I am a huge fan of the sun and rocking a (much needed) tan, today’s weather was even better solely because I could wear my ‘Star Wars’ leggings before it’s too brutally hot outside. This is probably one of my favorite outfit combos…ever. My black tank top is long enough so when it did become a little hotter hot this afternoon, I was able to take off my chambray shirt and it still worked. You know I love prints, especially during this season, and it doesn’t get much better than ‘Star Wars.’

Releasing your inner nerd is also another way to boost your confidence, because there is absolutely no point in hiding your true self. I have completely accepted that I am not very funny, and at times incredibly awkward, but I think that adds a little charisma, and I don’t plan on changing…ever. I decided in High School that I wanted to stand apart from everyone else and that is when I quit buying the big name brands and started shopping elsewhere and in thrift stores. I chose to express myself with my personal style. The quicker you accept that you are different, the quicker you can learn to express it. How fun is blending in anyways…exactly it isn’t. Release your inner nerd and love it.

Steal my look today: Star Wars leggings: Amazon.com, Chambray shirt: Pacsun, Black Tank Top: Kohl’s