Ashley

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COLOR POP

April 19, 2016 2 Comments

While I am a girl who likes statement outerwear, the pieces I tend to gravitate towards are usually pretty neutral in color. This season however, I wanted to challenge myself by stepping outside of my comfort zone and adding some brighter layers to my wardrobe. I absolutely love this coat and even though it is quite a vibrant blush color, I find that it can still be worn with a lot of different items. Since I didn’t want to overdo it with the color palette, I kept the rest of my outfit dark; well black. It’s no secret that I love a good jumpsuit, and the one I styled for this look is definitely the piece that prompted my obsession! Everything from the material, to the cut, and style make this item striking while still remaining chic. To keep the look slightly more sophisticated, I decided to accessorize with my closed toe black pumps and my new briefcase bag. This was a true “lady boss” type of look and to be honest, I was really into it. There’s nothing like an outfit that makes you feel strong, powerful, and FIERCE! Until next time friends, and please let me know what you think in the comments below!

Outfit Details & Links:

Coat- Zara

Jumpsuit- Urban Outfitters

Heels- Zara

Bag- Zara

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STATEMENT HEELS

April 14, 2016 No Comments

Anyone who knows me is aware that if I choose to make a bold statement in my ensemble, it will either be executed with my outerwear or my shoes. Since we are slowly moving into warmer months, I decided to focus on some footwear options that have really caught my eye lately. Shoes, and heels in particular, can elevate almost any look and tie it together in many different ways. Whether your vibe is girly, edgy, or just straight up FIERCE, there is a heel that can match it! Check out my picks below, and don’t forget to click images for direct links to the retailers. Happy shopping!

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HEATING UP

April 12, 2016 No Comments

I can’t lie, this look was the definition of last minute. It gets challenging sometimes, having to constantly put together new looks and content that stands out while still being of quality. With that being said though, I absolutely LOVE how this shoot turned out! I wouldn’t take this approach with everything, but sometimes things that take the least amount of planning have a way of falling together perfectly. Though very little thought was given to create this look, I knew I wanted to showcase something bright. My usual formula for styling looks is to find one garment that I want to focus on and build the rest of the ensemble around it. I’ve had these bright orange cigarette trousers (and basically every other item in this look) for a couple of years now and they still make an eye catching statement whenever I wear them. Since the bottom half of this look was so “loud” I chose to keep the top neutral with an oatmeal colored mock neck crop top and an over sized vintage denim jacket. To complete the look and tie it all together, I broke out my snake print pumps and my orange tinted, mirrored aviator glasses. I like that this look has a very comfortable and casual vibe to it, while still being striking, effortless, and chic. I’m not saying that I’ve completely given up on pre-planning my blog outfits, but I am slightly relieved to know that even if I’m going through a mental “style block,” the outcome can still be great! Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Jacket- Vintage Gap

Top- American Apparel

Trousers- Nasty Gal

Heels- Urban Outfitters

Backpack- Topshop

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BELL SLEEVES

April 7, 2016 No Comments

The bell sleeve trend is yet another style that has become increasingly popular from the 70’s decade. Whether subtle or theatrical, this detail is a great way to add some extra flare to any ensemble. I’m personally a fan, so I’ve rounded up some picks that have caught my eye recently. Happy shopping! (Don’t forget to click the images below to shop my picks!)

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BASIC BELLE

April 5, 2016 No Comments

One of the biggest reoccurring trends that have been really making a huge statement in fashion lately, has been the 70s. It began with bohemian chic bold prints and flowwy fabrics, which then led to heavier pieces like flared, bell-bottom jeans and trousers. Now, it looks like the next trend in line coming out of this influential decade is the bell sleeve. I’ve seen this popular detail accented on a variety of garments and in styles ranging from slight and subtle to theatrically dramatic. I decided to try out this out for myself and have quickly become a fan! I love the bold sleeves on this minimally chic top, and how it brings so much life, fun, and personality to this fairly simple look. On another note, can we just take a moment to appreciate the effortlessly gorgeous combination of denim and nude? I’ve stated before that I am currently focused on building my wardrobe with classic pieces that can easily speak for themselves, and this top fell right into place. I truly think this is the happiest I’ve been with my personal style and I’m glad I get to share this evolution with you all! To complete the look, I grabbed a nude crossbody bag (since I’m desperately trying to stray away from black) and added a red lip for a fun pop of color. There’s really not much more I have to say about this ensemble except that even by the end of the night, I wasn’t ready to take it off! Until next time friends!

Outfit Details & Links:

Top- Zara

Jeans- Forever 21

Heels- Jeffrey Campbell

Bag- Zara

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BLUSH PIECES

March 31, 2016 No Comments

This Spring/Summer, I have decided to commit to the color blush. To be honest, I kind of surprised myself when I came to this realization because I am a very anti-pink type of girl. However, there’s something about this soft nude-ish hue that I really can’t get enough of, and I’m proud to say it! Below are some of the pieces that have stood out to me lately. Happy shopping! (Don’t forget to click the images below to shop my picks!)

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WHITE ON WHITE

March 29, 2016 3 Comments

I styled this outfit specifically with Easter and springtime in mind. I purchased these white, cropped trousers a few months ago and knew they would be the perfect piece to add to my wardrobe. Lately, I’ve been gravitating towards more classy, tailored, and chic items that really make their statement through quality of fabric and fit. Recently however, I’ve been visiting Zara more often than I’d like to admit which is why the majority of this look comes from there. My waistcoat collection has really been growing so when I saw this beautifully constructed garment, I knew I had to have it; and suddenly, the idea of a co-ord suit popped in my head! It’s funny, but this outfit is pretty much made up of all of the things I am currently obsessed with; the last being blush tones. To tie the look together I knew I wanted to add some color but also keep the palette soft, and elegant. This pinkish nude crop top couldn’t have been a more fitting piece to add to the look without breaking up the fluidity of the ensemble. While all of these pieces stand out to me as showstoppers for different reasons, these heeled sandals definitely sealed the deal for me. It was basically love at first sight to say the least. Right away I knew I had to have them and I am positive that they will be in prime rotation with my shoe selections this summer. I threw on my Fendi frames to add some posh-ness to this already fab look, grabbed a tiny box bag and was paparazzi ready! I don’t know what it is about all white looks, or monochrome looks in general, that just leave you feeling so put together and fashionable. I’m not sure if this outfit is going to be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s definitely being added to MY list of favorite looks! Let me know what you think below and I hope you had a wonderful Easter with your loved ones. Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Waistcoat- Zara

Top- Zara

Trousers- &OtherStories

Heels- Zara

Bag- Urban Outfitters

Sunglasses- Fendi

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STRIPED PIECES

March 24, 2016 No Comments

Stripes are one of my favorite classic patterns. They never seem to go out of style and always add a chic effortless vibe to any look. Below are some of the striped pieces that I would definitely add to my wardrobe. (Don’t forget to click the images below to shop my picks!)

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GREY SCALE

March 22, 2016 1 Comment

In my opinion, vertical stripes are probably one of the most flattering patterns you can wear. They work to elongate your features and make for a very clean and seamless look. Also, for the shorter girls out there like myself, culottes make for an awesome option when it comes to trousers; especially when your tailor isn’t near by. For this look, I wanted to go for something that was comfortable, chic, and simple. I bought this culotte jumpsuit last year and its easily become one of my favorite pieces. As we all know, I love pieces that require minimal effort and thought. I’m also obsessed with this garment because although it has such a simple color palette and pattern, it’s quite eye catching and will definitely have you standing out in a crowd. Because the Spring weather hasn’t been consistent as of yet, I decided to break up the darkness of the look and add a long sleeved grey crop top underneath for an added layer of warmth. This look, completed with a leather jacket, lace-up block heels, and my fringe backpack left me feeling all of the 90s vibes and I loved every minute of it! To me, there’s something to be said about an outfit that leaves you feeling confident and ready to take on any situation, and that’s something that I strive for when I’m creating looks. As I enter into the second year of having my blog, I want to remember to continue to follow my heart and do what makes me happy, and I encourage you all to do the same in all aspects of your life, especially fashion! Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Jumpsuit- Forever 21

Top- Asos

Jacket- Urban Outfitters

Heels- Topshop

Backpack- Topshop

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BOMBER JACKETS

March 17, 2016 No Comments

Outerwear is the last piece we put on when completing an outfit and also the last opportunity we have at turning an outfit from drab to FAB! Luckily, in those dire situations we can breathe a sigh of relief because bomber jackets have taken the lead in being the statement pieces we often lust for. Below are a few of the jackets that have really caught my eye lately and can absolutely serve as the bold piece needed to elevate your look. Happy shopping! (Don’t forget to click the images below to shop my picks!)