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HOUDSTOOTH

November 28, 2018 No Comments

Every season has it’s stand out print. We typically associate floral with Spring & Summer and plaid with Fall & Winter. Recently I’ve become interested in other patterns that are slightly different from the norm, yet still compliment the specific time of year in a familiar way. Houndstooth is a perfect example of this and it’s increased popularity among retailers has really begun to make an impact. Check out some of the pieces I’ve rounded up below and don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks. Until next time!

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BLACK FRIDAY 2018

November 23, 2018 No Comments

The time has come, and now that our bellies are full and thanks has been given, we can dive into these sales and indulge in the insane shopping we wait all year for! Below I’ve rounded up direct links to some of my favorite shops that are offering discounts this weekend in store and online. Don’t forget to click the highlighted links to shop! Happy Thanksgiving weekend!

EXPRESS
- 50% OFF EVERYTHING + FREE SHIPPING
- ENDS 11/23
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
- EARN $75 GIFT CARD WITH $150 PURCHASE// CODE: THANKFUL
- UP TO 40% ON SALE
- ENDS 11/23
L’OCCITANE
- UP TO 30% OFF GIFT SETS
- BUY 3 GET 1 FREE
- ENDS 11/24
ALEXANDER WANG
- 50% OFF SELECT STYLES
ASOS
- 25% OFF EVERYTHING// CODE: EPIC25
- ENDS 11/27
URBAN OUTFITTERS
- BUY ONE GET ONE 50% OFF
- ENDS 11/27
ZARA
- 30% OFF EVERYTHING
- ENDS 11/24
TOPSHOP
- UP TO 50% OFF PARTY WEAR, JACKETS, & SELECTED SHOES
- UP TO 30% OF SELECTED JEANS
- ENDS 11/
ALL SAINTS
- 30% OFF EVERYTHING
ALDO
- 20% OFF
- 50% OFF SALE
- ENDS 11/27
FREE PEOPLE
- 50% OFF SELECT ITEMS
- ENDS 11/24
H&M
- 20% off + FREE SHIPPING// CODE: 3237

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FUR FRENZY

November 21, 2018 No Comments

Growing up in the North East, I’ve truly come to appreciate each and every season. From the wardrobe changes and nostalgic feelings that come with them, it seems like there’s always something to look forward to. Now that we’re on the cusp on Winter, it is prime time to bring out all of those cozy textures that keep us warm and looking chic! Over the years faux furs have become a Fall/Winter staple and, aside from being just another fashionable piece, are now crafted to look and feel just as good if not better than the real thing! This year, I was determined to add a new coat to my collection that was still for the most part, practical, functional, and eye-catching. I wasn’t necessarily looking for a fur, but when I saw this one I knew it I had to at least try it on. To my surprise, upon doing so, I fell in love with the color, fit, and weight of the outerwear garment and knew it had to be mine! Because this was such a statement making piece, I wanted to be strategic with how I styled it. While I knew I wanted to incorporate neutral tones, I didn’t want to play it too safe by styling an all black/cream outfit. On another shopping trip shortly thereafter, I found this amazing houndstooth midi skirt that had just enough detail to keep the look interesting and dimensional, without taking away from or clashing with the coat. Since faux fur pieces can definitely be a little bulky for some, I made sure to keep the other items of the ensemble sleek and form fitting, including a textured short sleeved mock-neck t-shirt I found. To finish off the look, I decided to add a pop of color with an old pair of orange sock booties, and gold hoops for some extra sass. I know for a fact I’ll be layering this coat over almost anything this season from the most casual to festive and formal outfits. Let me know in the comments your go-to faux fur garments or accessories and how you like to style them for this time of year. Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Coat- H&M

Top- & Other Stories

Skirt- Zara

Boots- Zara

Earrings- & Other Stories

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SILK SHIRTS

November 17, 2018 No Comments

There are certain fabrics that just scream “chic elegance,” and I’d have to say silk is one of them. As I’ve gotten older and begun to pay more attention to the quality of garments instead of just how trendy they are, I’ve come across this material quite often definitely see why it is worth investing in. Below I’ve rounded up a few shirts that I wouldn’t mind adding to my personal collection. Don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks; until next time!

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ASM X WHO WHAT WEAR

November 7, 2018 5 Comments

For this collaboration with Who What Wear, I was challenged to style one article of clothing 3 different ways. Though excited, as this isn’t something I typically showcase on my blog, I was also a bit nervous not because I felt incapable but because I wasn’t choosing the item myself. That being said, I was so relieved to see that the item chosen for me was right up my alley and a wardrobe staple that I could easily style in a variety of ways. This double-breasted, pin striped blazer is the perfect Fall essential for layering over transitional pieces and adding a more tailored element to any ensemble. For my first look, I decided to keep things very chic and sleek by pairing it with a turtleneck that I layered under a satin camisole, along with black skinnys and a pair of minimal black pumps. To me, this look gave more of a business casual vibe, or “boss babe” if you will. Overall, I loved the way this look turned out and it definitely made me feel strong and confident!

Outfit Details & Links:

Blazer- Who What Wear

Turtleneck- Mango

Top- Zara

Jeans- 7 For All Mankind

Heels- Zara

Sunglasses- QUAY x Topshop

I would say that my second look is for the more casual & cool girls out there. Putting this outfit together was extremely effortless and I think it showed in the way the pieces complimented each other. I chose to do a bit of print-mixing and found the perfect red, leopard print frock to do so. To keep things easy, I threw on some sneakers and a pair of mesh socks for a cute unexpected detail and was out the door. In efforts to add a few more accessories, I grabbed my black cross-body bag with silver hardware and cat-eye frames, which I definitely think helped play off of the edgy vibe without being too overpowering.

Outfit Details & Links:

Blazer- Who What Wear

Dress- Zara

Sneakers- Vans

Socks- Zara

Bag- Rebecca Minkoff

Last but certainly not least, I decided to end with a trendy street-style look. As we are well into the Autumn season, I felt like I couldn’t finish this collaboration without incorporating a bit of corduroy. Luckily, I was able to find the most amazing flared trousers which made all of my 70’s dreams come true. To keep them as the focal point of the look, I paired the pants with a simple white t-shirt and added a some gold layered necklaces which I’ve been absolutely obsessed with lately. After throwing on my black booties, I completed this look with a dark vampy lip and draped the blazer over my shoulders for a final touch. Personally, I loved all of these looks for different reasons and I feel like they reflected the versatility of my everyday style in the best way. Let me know in the comments which outfit was your favorite and if you would’ve styled this blazer in a way that I didn’t think of. Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Blazer- Who What Wear

T-shirt- Topshop

Trousers- Topshop

Booties- Cole Haan

Necklace- Topshop

Sunglasses- Zara

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SATIN SHOES

November 2, 2018 No Comments

When styling outfits, I’m definitely a fan of mixing textures and recently satin has become one fabric that I’ve been consistently drawn to. Satin shoes in particular always seem to add a delicate, yet feminine element to any look no matter what they’re paired with. Below I’ve rounded up a few options that have recently caught my eye, so don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks! Until next time!

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FLOWER POWER

October 30, 2018 2 Comments

I typically put a lot of thought into my locations in efforts to make sure that they really add a level of cohesiveness to the overall photo shoot. On this particular day, I honestly wasn’t feeling my best and felt that my look was somewhat lacking. In efforts to boost my own moral and add interest to the ensemble, the first thing that came to mind was a flower stand. Ironically, in the 3 and a half years that I’ve been blogging and with 99.9% of my shoots being in NYC, I’ve somehow never managed to use this type of setting as a backdrop– but I’m sure glad I finally did! For this look, I decided to go with a color-blocking theme which was surprisingly pretty unintentional. During this shopping trip I wasn’t really sure which direction I wanted to go in so I just ended up grabbing a bunch of pieces that caught my eye and ran to the dressing room. By the time I got there, I had about 7 pairs of trousers and 2 tops. I quickly realized that this pale blue option was my favorite and kept it on as I continued to try on the pants. It actually caught me off guard when I saw this pairing in the mirror as I didn’t expect these hues to go together, but somehow (at least in my eyes) they complimented each other pretty well. At this point, I was a bit stumped on footwear options as I didn’t have anything that exactly matched either piece, and I felt like a neutral like black or white would’ve simply dulled down the entire outfit. That said, on a another spontaneous shopping expedition, I stumbled upon a pair of hot pink satin pumps and instantly fell in love! Though beyond excited about my purchase, even more so because the shoes were on sale, I was still hesitant about whether or not they would look good with my ensemble. Luckily, everything worked out and the heels provided the extra pop I was looking for without clashing with the other colors. To complete the look, I decided to add one more funky twist and threw on my tortoise shell eyeglasses. Being that animal prints can be worn as a neutral, these frames were perfect for adding another unexpected element, while still tying everything together seamlessly. By the time we were done shooting, I was definitely pleased with how this look turned out and would absolutely consider using more floral arrangements in the future! Let me know in the comments your favorite piece from this outfit and if you would’ve styled anything differently. Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Sweater- H&M

Trousers- H&M

Shoes- & Other Stories

Glasses- Miu Miu

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NEON PIECES

October 12, 2018 No Comments

It’s so fascinating to me how often trends evolve and circulate throughout the years in different ways. In the past, I never would’ve reached for a neon piece especially outside of the Summer months. Lately however, I’ve been feeling experimental and gravitating towards vibrant colors more than ever! Check out some of the neon garments I’ve rounded up below and don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks. Until next time!

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NEON LIGHTS

October 10, 2018 2 Comments

I feel like this season more than ever, I’ve been really open to trying out different trends. It just seems like a lot of the popular statement making pieces thus far have been right up my alley, and it’s been very easy to incorporate them into my current wardrobe. Honestly, every item in this look can be classified as “on-trend,” so let’s just start from the top and work our way down, shall we? Vibrant colors were HUGE this fashion month, so much so that even neon made a come back! Designer brands like Prada incorporated a variety of these shades into their recent designs, with green seeming to lead the pack. For me personally, I like to find pieces that fit the mold without being so trend specific that they can’t be worn once they’re no longer “in style.” Because I’m not the biggest fan of neon, I opted for a chartreuse turtleneck that was just as bold and eye-catching. To compliment this minimal top, I chose a textured snake print mini skirt that served as the perfect neutral. While that statement may be hard to believe, there’s not much that animal prints can’t be paired with as they all usually tend to incorporate shades of black, brown, & occasionally grey. To finish up the look I chose to add stark white accessories instead of my usual darker pieces. (FUN FACT: I bought this clutch in college and it’s made an appearance on my website every year since I’ve started blogging.) With the colder months slowly approaching, I love the idea of including lighter colored items into my Fall/Winter ensembles, aside from the typical black boots and bags. These sling-backs were so interesting to me and the round wooden heel really helped to pull the warm tones out of the skirt and balance the look. To play off of the silver hardware, I threw on my favorite pair of geometric earrings and a pair of clear frames for an extra cool factor. This was definitely one of my more fun looks that really just made me…happy! The vibrancy truly uplifted my mood and made me feel like risk-taking rockstar that could conquer the fashion world– slightly extreme, but you get the point, lol. Let me know in the comments if you’ve tried, or are interested in trying any of the trends discussed and list your favorite. Until next time!

Outfit Details & Links:

Top – & Other Stories

Skirt- Zara

Shoes- Topshop

Clutch- Zara

Earrings: & Other Stories

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MULTICOLORED PIECES

October 5, 2018 No Comments

While I’ve never been one to completely shy away from color, with the exception of floral prints, I generally tend to stick it to one bold shade at a time. Recently however, it seems as though multicolored pieces as well as rainbow patterns have become quite popular on and off the runways. Whether you choose to incorporate this into your ensemble as a whole or with just a few accessories, I decided to round up a few options that could make testing out this trend fairly easy. Don’t forget to click the images for direct links to the products featured and let me know if this is something you would try in the comments below. Until next time!