There’s something so chic and effortless about separates. Aside from automatically having a built-in ensemble, unlike other pieces like dresses or jumpsuits, co-ords also allow immense wardrobe versatility and the option to create a wide variety of looks by mixing and matching the pieces. Below I’ve rounded up some examples of separates I could definitely see myself wearing during the warmer months. Don’t forget to click the images below to shop my picks; until next time!
While we have only just begun to get a true taste of official spring weather, the anticipation has prompted me to think of what other clothing items may be on my summer wardrobe wish list. I’ve definitely been loving suits lately and knew that a light co-ord was exactly what my closet was missing. Luckily for me, retailers are quick to display their collections for the upcoming seasons so it didn’t take long to find exactly what I had envisioned! This neutral colored striped suit was right up my alley in terms of tone, fit, and overall design. The double-breasted blazer allowed for a more masculine structure, while the paper bag trousers provided a trendy yet vintage detail. Being that both pieces are so striking together as well as individually, they can easily be worn with other items I already own, which made me love the suit that much more! To keep the focus on the striped set I chose to keep it fairly simple by layering a cut out ribbed t-shirt under the jacket. At this point I was really enjoying the subtle monochrome vibes I was getting from this look. In efforts to keep everything streamlined, I decided to wear a pair of metallic mules which perfectly added a bit of interest, without overwhelming the ensemble. Finally, to continue playing off of the warm golden tones, I grabbed my round frames for a final touch. Overall, I loved how this look came together despite freezing during the actual photo shoot. The sandy hues definitely made me want to go on vacation and relax in the chicest way! Let me know in the comments below how you feel about summer suits and if they’re something you would rock this year. Until next time!
Outfit Details & Links:
Top- Zara
Blazer- Topshop
Trousers- Topshop
Mules- Cole Haan
Sunglasses- NYS Collection
I love this look because it’s a true representation of how I intend my 2018 to be: bold, bright, and all about business (with a little bit of fun sprinkled in of course, lol). This was an extremely fitting outfit to kick off the New Year as I actually did wear this on January 1st to a social event I attended. As I get older, I’m definitely learning to appreciate the value of a classic suit. In my opinion, it provides a sense of empowerment and sophistication that I don’t seem to find with any other pieces. I feel like in the past, suits were always associated with people who were boring or “stiff,” but lately I’ve been thoroughly enjoying the playfulness of the more non-traditional coordinates that experiment with various colors, textures, and patterns. Due to the harsh weather conditions we’ve been experiencing in NYC, I didn’t see myself doing that much for New Year’s weekend. That being said, I still wanted to secure a few looks just in case and this metallic number ended up being the perfect option! As we know, the holiday season is all about the glitz and though I wanted to be appropriately festive and stand out just as much, I wasn’t in the mood to freeze in a skimpy dress that I would probably never wear again. Though I opted to go the more “tailored” route in this silver ensemble, I still felt as though my look was sophisticated, chic, and eye-catching to say the least. Because the suit itself was clearly the “showstopper,” I decided to keep it simple with black accessories. I found an old leather cami which served as a modest and minimal layering piece for underneath my blazer and threw on the most comfortable heeled sandals I own. Its’s rare that I shoot looks with bags these days, but I couldn’t pass on the opportunity to showcase my new clutch which also doubles as a lipstick case and was definitely one of my favorite Christmas gifts this year! Lastly, for a final touch of glam, I added a pair of black and silver chandelier earrings which tied all the elements of this look together beautifully. Recently I’ve become more fond of these boss-like looks, and definitely plan to incorporate more of them into my style in 2018. Here’s to an amazing year of great health, style, and success; until next time!
Outfit Details & Links:
Suit Jacket- Topshop
Suit Trousers- Topshop
Top- Nasty Gal
Heels- Michael Kors
Clutch- Dior
Earrings- Aldo
The chic, sophisticated, bold, elegance that comes from a woman in a tailored suit is unmatched by any other garment. In my opinion, this is a transitional look that never fails to make a statement or look out of place. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite sets below and encourage everyone to own one this season if they don’t already. Don’t forget to click the images to shop my picks; until next time!
One of the first looks I shot when I first started my blog was a burgundy suit; and though I don’t wear them often, my love for the style has never faded. In my opinion, there’s something so powerful, chic, and sexy about a woman rocking this tailored look that never ceases to turn heads and stand out from the crowd. Though I felt like I was long overdue to style a set like this, the idea seemed to come at the most perfect time. Fall and Winter florals are a huge trend and this co-ord set couldn’t be more perfect for the season. The contrast of tones on these pieces make for the most beautifully bold, yet unexpectedly neutral look. That being said, I didn’t want to add anything that would distract from the print itself so I gravitated towards all black accessories and gold hardware. I found this mesh bodysuit that I thought was subtle enough not to take away from the ensemble, but still added a bit of edge on its own. Since my bag has a statement ring detail for the handle, I chose to keep things uniform and rock my new gold hoops that I recently picked up as well. It honestly amazes me how we can go through seasons of falling in and out of love with different styles and trends. During my middle and high school days, I was beyond obsessed with gigantic hoop earrings and would never complete an outfit without them. I must say though after years of only rocking studs, I forgot how much I loved the look and might have to start up a new collection again, lol. I have absolutely no complaints about this look and may try to incorporate more sophisticated pieces into my wardrobe this season. Let me know in the comments if you’re a lover of suits or prefer to keep it casual. Until next time!
Outfit Details & Links:
Suit Blazer- Zara
Suit Trousers- Zara
Bodysuit- Honey Punch
Heels- Asos
Bag- Nordstrom
Earrings- & Other Stories
Let me first start off by being honest. I am ashamed to say that this beautiful suit has remained in my closet, unworn, since October of last year. I don’t know how I let this happen
! Though I am slightly disappointed in myself for letting fall and winter pass me by without styling this outfit, I figured Easter Sunday was the perfect excuse to debut this gem. Since it is technically a fall suit, I decided to lighten it up and make it more spring appropriate by pairing it with some rose gold, open toed, strappy sandals instead of a classic black pump. I felt so chic in this ensemble and the weather couldn’t have been more perfect! I’m already anticipating rummaging through my closet again to see what other amazing unworn pieces I have tucked away waiting to be styled.
Suit- Topshop
Top- Urban Outfitters
Heels- Topshop
