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With all of the outdoor events that coincide with the Spring and Summer months, it’s important to be hands free as well as carefree without having the extra burden of constantly keeping track of your belongings. Luckily, backpacks can provide that security while still remaining trendy when you’re on the go. I’ve been slowly growing my personal collection each season and may be slightly addicted to the look and functionality of this popular accessory. Below I have rounded up a few of my current favorites so don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks. Until next time!

 

Tinted colored frames and lenses are one of the biggest trends this season and I am personally obsessed! No matter what shape or style, this is an accessory that can instantly add a cool retro vibe to any look. Check out the pairs I’ve rounded up below and don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks! Until next time!

There’s something very chic and clean about white accessories. That being said, a stark white piece can also be used as a statement item when paired with neutral or more muted pieces. With Summer on it’s way, this is the perfect time to stock up on some white accessories to compliment your wardrobe. I’ve rounded up a few of my favorites below, and don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks. Until next time!

 

Corset belts have become a leading accessory in terms of streetstyle and edgy fashion trends lately. With some slight hesitation, I gave in and am now a full supporter of this look. Check out the pieces I’ve rounded up below and don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks! If you’re willing to give this trend a try, leave a comment below. Until next time!

I was absolutely honored to have been selected by Coach to collaborate and feature a piece from their new Rexy holiday collection. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t a little skeptical about whether or not I could pull off one of these unique items, but I was determined to take on the challenge! Of the choices that were available, I decided to go with the black wristlet as it was the most versatile and in my opinion emphasized the contrast of the vibrant dinosaur the best. While I wanted to keep my new accessory as the focal point of the look, I made sure to style it with eye-catching garments that were minimal yet complimentary to the bag. Since the wristlet had a few bright colors already, I kept the rest of the look fairly neutral. However, I still managed to tie the ensemble together with my new navy pea-coat which beautifully highlighted the outline of the prehistoric creature. This piece is great because when worn, it instantly provides an element of playfulness and edge to any look. I chose to wear a light grey Victorian-style sweater dress to break up the darkness of the coat and boots. I absolutely loved the chic, vintage detail it added with the frilled accents on the neck and sleeves. Overall, I absolutely loved this look and am so happy that I was able to incorporate a piece from such a classic, luxury brand. Coach is currently celebrating their 75th anniversary, so make sure to check out their new capsule collection and grab one of these iconic pieces for yourself! Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Dress- Zara

Boots- Aldo

Coat- H&M

Wristlet- Coach

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I’ve stated time and time again that I am not your typical “accessories girl.”  I love creating looks with garments that make their own statement and don’t necessarily need a bunch of bells and whistles to come alive. With that being said, when I do come across an accessory piece that I feel would be a nice addition to my wardrobe I look for two key factors, uniqueness and versatility. When I was contacted by the lovely sponsors at Jord to showcase one of their timepieces, I took one glance at the website and knew instantly it would be something I could incorporate into my style. In the past, ironically, I spent a decent chunk of my retail career working for a watch company and not once have I ever come across one made almost entirely of wood. What I like about that feature, aside from the fact that the wood provides an earthy-rustic vibe to any look, is that it’s also surprisingly lightweight and extremely comfortable on the wrist. Another bonus is the neutral brown tone of the band which allows it to be worn with just about anything and perfectly compliments the warm, seasonal Fall colors that we all love! With a wide selection to choose from, I decided to go with a gorgeous mid-toned zebrawood watch with a champagne colored face. I love its over-sized yet sleek, classic appearance that is simple enough to be worn by both women and men. With the holidays quickly approaching and the spirit of giving in our hearts, Jord has taken their generosity to the next level and provided a contest link for all of my readers and subscribers! ALL entrants will receive a $25 coupon code that will be available for redemption until 12/18/16 and will expire 2/28/17. If you’re running out of gift ideas, or simply want to treat yourself, I highly encourage taking advantage of this contest and checking out one of these timeless Jord watches; what do you have to lose? Until next time!

Contest link: https://www.woodwatches.com/g/astyledmind

Outfit Details & Links:

Sweater- H&M

Jeans- Zara

Heels- Express

Watch- Jord

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***This post was sponsored by JORD Wood Watches***
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For my second holiday look, I decided to go for another fairly casual outfit with a bit of flare. If you are not the type of girl who is into sequins and wants something slightly less flashy, metallic textures and prints are a great alternative. Though I am personally a fan of sequins, I know that they can sometimes make a garment too heavy or, depending on the placement, can also be rather itchy. Luckily, during the holiday season metallic pieces are also in high demand and can be found in most retailers. Similar to my previous look, I kept the drama on the bottom with a metallic pencil skirt, so I made sure to keep everything quite neutral. With that being said though, I wanted to challenge myself by not using any black pieces so I accessorized with white and grey. I feel like the shoes and clutch added a bright pop to the look and played off of the “winter white” trend that is also quite popular. In efforts to not have the look be too overwhelming, I wore a plain grey cropped tee and just threw on a statement necklace for a little extra shine. Surprisingly, I really like the idea of more casual holiday looks this year. While floor length, sequin gowns are always statement worthy, I think looks like these can allow for less stress and the ability to be more comfortable while focusing on the celebration. But who am I kidding; I could change my mind by New Years. We’ll just have to wait and see I guess! Lol. Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Top- Mom (hand me down)

Skirt- River Island

Heels- Zara

Necklace- Forever 21

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