With holiday parties in full swing, I could not wait to share with you this party inspired look from New York & Company. And while red is the color of choice for most, I chose to keep it neutral with this blush pleated skirt and black bow tie blouse from the new Eva Mendes Collection with New York & Company.
As a former teacher, I found New York & Company to be a great place for affordable basics and trendy pieces for work wear. Many cardigans and black pants were purchased here and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with New York & Company on something a little more festive.
This pleated skirt is perfect for any party or dressier occasion. I can't wait to wear this black & pink look to a friend's Christmas Party this weekend and I also plan to wear it to Christmas Eve Service with our family. If you love neutrals, try pairing the skirt with a white or cream blouse. The monochromatic look is so pretty!
Hope you guys have a great day and thanks so much for stopping by! xx
OUTFIT DETAILS: New York & Company Isabella Bow Blouse (on sale // fit: true to size) ...
Cream Textured Cardigan
It's no secret that I love cardigans. I've worn my fair share of the classic cardigan back in my teaching days, but I love this Textured Wool Cardigan from French Connection. I also am excited to share that it is an extra 30% off code "XTRA30".
I've been wearing this cardigan non stop. It's an unexpected twist on the classic style we all know, and is the perfect option to throw over a blouse or sweater. If you're liking the monochromatic look, I suggest pairing it with these ivory cords and these metallic flats (or these nude flats).
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OUTFIT DETAILS: French ...
Layering Like A Pro
We've been in full holiday mode this week. Christmas songs playing throughout the house, wreaths hung, and the tree is up! Austin and I are hosting our first Christmas party this weekend and we are very excited to fill our home with dear friends and loved ones. I won't even talk about how our house is in the middle of being painted and we are having furniture being delivered on Thursday, either way, we are looking forward to a weekend of holiday festivities!
This black and white coat has been the perfect solution for our mild December. While, I am looking forward to bundling up in heavy layers, I love lightweight jackets and coats. To add a little color, this red bag was a nice contrast.
I am also excited to share that my necklace, perfect for you gals that love to layer, is BaubleBar's Buried Bauble today. It's only $10 and it comes in silver or gold. I love the minimal look of this Bar None Layered Necklace and have found that it looks great worn as is, or if you add another necklace. Here, I paired it with this initial necklace (under $35
Tan Boyfriend Blazer
It's no secret I love a good blazer. The ease of pairing it with a tank top and skinny pants is just one of the many reasons a blazer is my go to. When I was in New York last month, I stumbled upon this '70s Longline Blazer in Topshop. I've had my eye on a tan blazer for months and loved the fit and length of this version.
A blazer can totally transform any outfit. Gone are the days where blazers are only to be worn in the workplace. Personally, I love to wear a blazer with boyfriend jeans, heels and a t-shirt. I've also been able to wear some of my favorite Summer dresses in the fall by simply throwing on a blazer to complete the look and update it for the new season.
Do you have any blazers? How do you wear them?
Thanks for reading! xx
OUTFIT DETAILS: Topshop '70s Longline Blazer more sizes here (fit: follow sizing in parenthesis, I am wearing a 4) | J Crew Factory Silk Tank (fit: I found this top to run a little small, I sized up) | Black Denim | Valentino Rock Stud Flats similar under $125
Sweater Vest & Aviators
When it comes to functionality in accessories, sunglasses are near the very top of the list. Whether it's a classic pair of aviators or an oversized cat-eye, they are the perfect necessity year round.
Since sunglasses are an accessory that I wear nearly everyday, I’m okay with making an investment in a quality pair that I love. However, I have found quite a few at Nordstrom that are under $150 and still great quality. A friend of mine has these and I could not believe they were under $100. I also love this pair by Le Specs. It’s fun to see all of the different eyewear trends that emerge, but I always go back to the classics. Lately, I’ve been alternating between my Ray-Ban Large Aviators and this round pair by Chloe.
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Macy’s Friends & Family Sale
What better time to pick up a few holiday gifts or winter accessories, than during Macy's Friends and Family Sale? As a frequent shopper of Macy's, I am excited to share with you one of their biggest sales of the season. The Friends and Family sale is going on now through December 10th and you can save 25% off sitewide (exclusions here).
I found this Belted Cardigan, black booties, denim button down, and black leggings all 25% off with code FRIEND. I also loved this v neck sweater and Steve Madden Poncho. If you're needing brown booties, these studded boots in cognac are a must.
Happy shopping and thanks so much for stopping by! xx
The Best Of Cyber Monday
Quilted Vest (fit- true to size) // Derby Riding Boots (fit: true to size) // Sweater (fit: size up for an oversized look...I am wearing my normal size here)
see the full post here
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I wanted to share with you another round up of my favorite sales featuring the best of Cyber Monday. These are a few of my favorite looks that I've worn over the year and I wanted to share a few of the pieces that are now on sale. For more outfit information, I've included the original link to the post below each photo. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thanks and happy shopping! xx
PS- Have you entered my Black Friday Giveaway? I'm selecting 10 lucky readers to win a gift card to the store of their choice. All details here!
Plaid Check Cardigan (fit: "one size" fits like a xs/small) // Black Round Sunglasses (code GOBIG15) // Vintage Chanel ...
Black Friday Sales & Gift Card Giveaway
red plaid coat // denim // necklace
***The giveaway is now closed. Thank you so much for entering! Winners are listed below***
Hi friends! Welcome to the biggest shopping day of the year. Personally, I have always loved the idea of Black Friday, but hate fighting the crowds. So in effort to shopping a little easier, I thought I would share with you my guide to finding the best of Black Friday.
You will see below that I have it broken down in a few different categories: Fashion, Home, and Beauty. These are my absolute favorite finds and most under $100! I also found a few stores that are doing "site wide" sales (everything's is on sale) so be sure to check out ILY Couture (25% off with code ILYGIFT), Birchbox (25% off orders of $35 with code BIGDEAL), and Design Darling (20% off with code THANKFUL) for big sales. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Many of these are items I have tried first hand or seen in the store, so I can hopefully help you with questions regarding size, quality or color!
As this is the season of giving, I am excited to announce that I will be ...
red colorblock cape
I’ve really been into capes and ponchos this season. From the classic shawls to the funkier knit styles–I’m into them all. I am especially loving this colorblock blanket cape from Chicwish (on sale). I like to keep my looks pretty casual, so I styled it with dark denim and over the knee boots (on sale) for a dinner date with friends.
I have yet to figure out what I am wearing for Thanksgiving, so this might just be the winner. Do you guys have any exciting Thanksgiving plans? Both of our families live in near by, so we will be having lunch with my family and dinner with his. It makes for a busy day, but we enjoy having our families so close!
Be sure to check back on Friday as I will have a curated guide to help you navigate the madness known as, Black Friday. However, I will make it so easy for you to shop the best of the best in sales all from the comfort of your own home. I will also be hosting a gift card giveaway where multiple people will win...it's going to be good!
If you're looking to shop now, I suggest checking out the
Pattern Play: 3 Easy Tips for Mixing Prints
Inevitably, I don't always find myself wearing prints or patterns. I guess I'm more of a minimalist based on the clothes hanging in my closet and can find bold prints sometimes daunting. That is until I saw this dress and striped shawl. However, when I first saw the two, I had no plans to wear together. I actually wore the shawl here and it was then that I realized it might compliment the dress (that and my latest obsession with Gossip Girl might have inspired me).
I admit, pattern mixing can be intimidating. But I've found a few tips that have helped me a long the way.
1. First Things First
Pick one thing at a time. It helps to find one statement piece, then lay other options around it to see what is the best accent. Colors, Textures and Scale all play a part in finding the right accent piece and laying the options out helps you see how well they compliment each other.
2. Seeing Stripes
When all else fails, start with stripes. A great piece of fashion advice that I heard years ago, was to treat stripes as a neutral. Meaning, don't be afraid to pair it with leopard, florals, or other geometric prints. This is a great place to start for those who are intimidated by patterns. ...
