Friday, October 29, 2010
what to wear: Happy Weekend!
This is what my weekend is going to look like... minus these exact slippers, which I hope to make mine soon! Aren't they darling? Cozy pants, cozy sweaters and lot of tea! This is probably too forward thinking, but wouldn't this make a great Christmas morning outfit too?
Thursday, October 28, 2010
good look for less, EXPRESS!
Today's looks are for Holli... she is a working mom that works in a business casual setting and has a 15 month old baby. She has found that since having a baby that her weight has fluctuated, maybe more than she would like, which I think a lot of us can relate to. She also doesn't really know what her "personal style" is. So she is stuck on how to dress the best for her style and body.
For Holli I wanted to choose versatile and classic pieces that will make her look and feel great. Personal style is very personal, so I chose a few trendy pieces, a few classic pieces and a few fun pieces... my hope is through trying some of these items, she will find which of them she is more drawn to.
For a day with the kids or just running errands, this is a sophisticated but comfortable outfit. It's great to have a few of these in your arsenal, especially as the weather cools!
This is a great business casual outfit... and can even be dressed up more by swapping out black trousers for these dark wash jeans. What I love most about this outfit is that each piece is simple, but together they make a beautiful outfit. The jewelry adds a definite feminine touch.
For Holli I wanted to choose versatile and classic pieces that will make her look and feel great. Personal style is very personal, so I chose a few trendy pieces, a few classic pieces and a few fun pieces... my hope is through trying some of these items, she will find which of them she is more drawn to.
Classic navy blue trousers and layers up top make for a simple but refined look. And of course, the leopard print heels add a bit of fun!
For a day with the kids or just running errands, this is a sophisticated but comfortable outfit. It's great to have a few of these in your arsenal, especially as the weather cools!
This is a great business casual outfit... and can even be dressed up more by swapping out black trousers for these dark wash jeans. What I love most about this outfit is that each piece is simple, but together they make a beautiful outfit. The jewelry adds a definite feminine touch.
Happy Shopping Holli!
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check it out: spooky jewelry!
This isn't my usual style... but it's hard to not get into the spooky spirit of Halloween! If I had an adult party to go to it would be super fun to sport some of these super spooky jewelry pieces! I'm just doing the kid stuff this year though. What about you? Are you dressing up at all for Halloween?
Skull Ring, Asos, $17.24
Jessica Kagan Cushman Cuff, Max & Chloe, $170
Betsey Johnson Skull Earrings, Macy's, $40
Alkemie Spiderweb Ring, Shopbop, $155
Betsey Johnson Spider Statement Necklace, Piperlime, $150
Skull Ring, Asos, $17.24
Jessica Kagan Cushman Cuff, Max & Chloe, $170
Betsey Johnson Skull Earrings, Macy's, $40
Alkemie Spiderweb Ring, Shopbop, $155
Betsey Johnson Spider Statement Necklace, Piperlime, $150
Bwhahahaha! Stay spooky!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
my outfit: cozy layers!
So my son has a joke that I find endlessly funny for I don't know what reason... basically the joke is him just saying: "Hey mom, I'm looking for the thing with the thing with the thing... have you seen it?" Or "Have you heard about the thing with the thing with the thing." Or any variation of those two. Don't ask me why, must be his tone of voice or silliness or seriousness when saying it. But I just die laughing.
This outfit kind of reminds me of that joke... It's "the sweater with the sweater with the jacket." ya know?
Yeah, you got that right... two sweaters. What can I say I get cold!
Any chance I can get a couple of myself cloned... you know for a jill with a jill with a jill? This time of year is always SO busy, with Halloween, my sons upcoming birthday then straight to the holidays, oh, and if you haven't heard... I launched a new blog too. You know... for all of my free time. (yeah right!) You should stop by... it's pretty cute and fun over there!
This outfit kind of reminds me of that joke... It's "the sweater with the sweater with the jacket." ya know?
Yeah, you got that right... two sweaters. What can I say I get cold!
Any chance I can get a couple of myself cloned... you know for a jill with a jill with a jill? This time of year is always SO busy, with Halloween, my sons upcoming birthday then straight to the holidays, oh, and if you haven't heard... I launched a new blog too. You know... for all of my free time. (yeah right!) You should stop by... it's pretty cute and fun over there!
So I am now taking applications for nannies, email answerers, ghost writers, house cleaners, dinner makers and nap takers (a girl has got to get some rest!). Your name has to be Jill though. And the pay stinks. Sorry!
Details:
White Sweater, LOFT (similar)
Striped Sweater, Forever 21 (similar)
Jeans, Seven for all Mankind (similar)
Clogs, UGG
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
shopping guide: orange-you-glad?
It's Halloween week and not only are my kids already buzzing on candy (that is probably my fault!) - so am I! How can you resist those miniature bites of sugary goodness? If you have read this blog for a while you know that one of my obsessions is candy. This year I am particularly enjoying the Sponge Bob Crabby Patty gummis. I know, 32 going on 7. That's how I roll.
I thought it would be fun to do an orange themed Shopping Guide this week... in case you are going to be stylishly dressing the part. I don't usually do costumes... but a touch of orange I can definitely do!
(details: 1. Flamingo Flat, Seychelles, $90.65 2. Merino Wool Sweater, Forever 21, $24.80 3. Nixon Time Teller, shopbop.com, $60 4. Essie Nail Polish, beauty.com, $8 5. Time-In Time-Out Belt, Anthropologie, $30 6. Cotton Desert Shirt, JCrew, $65 7. Cambridge Shawl Collar Sweater, JCrew, $59.99)
(details: 1. Flamingo Flat, Seychelles, $90.65 2. Merino Wool Sweater, Forever 21, $24.80 3. Nixon Time Teller, shopbop.com, $60 4. Essie Nail Polish, beauty.com, $8 5. Time-In Time-Out Belt, Anthropologie, $30 6. Cotton Desert Shirt, JCrew, $65 7. Cambridge Shawl Collar Sweater, JCrew, $59.99)
How do you celebrate Halloween!?!?
my outfit: copy cat!
First things first... I have to admit that this outfit is a dead-on copy cat of Kendi's recent maxi dress outfit. Sorry Kendi! Or you're welcome... I'm not sure which one, since imitation is the most sincere (albeit unoriginal) form of flattery.
We had a little Indian Summer - I know you're not supposed to call it that, but I don't know what else Indian Summer means besides it gets cold and then warm again and the warm part is the Indian Summer. Don't kill me here peeps. Any way the dress + the scarf + the jacket was perfect because parts of the day were jacket + dress, other parts were dress + scarf and even still other parts were only dress or all three, jacket + dress + scarf. Whew, did you catch that?
What I MEAN to say, is that it was a versatile outfit for the weather. There.
I have a question though... what the heck do you do with your hair once you have been growing it out forever? It's been over a year I have been growing it, with little trims here and there to keep it healthy. But then, it's just... hair. And lots of it. Stuck to my clothes and all over my bathroom floor and just every where. So it's getting pulled back a lot more, because frankly I can stand to cut it and I don't have the time to do it all the time. This is a predicament folks! Please tell, are pony tails (like this one) acceptable? I sure hope so!
It's true... she came up with the outfit. I just followed in suit. In my own clothes, of course... these clothes aren't Kendi's. Promise.
If you want an outfit you can feel completely lazy in but still look decent, a maxi dress is the way to go. It's almost cozier than pajamas. And for a Monday morning (you know I'm always behind in posting, right?) it was just what the doctor ordered.
We had a little Indian Summer - I know you're not supposed to call it that, but I don't know what else Indian Summer means besides it gets cold and then warm again and the warm part is the Indian Summer. Don't kill me here peeps. Any way the dress + the scarf + the jacket was perfect because parts of the day were jacket + dress, other parts were dress + scarf and even still other parts were only dress or all three, jacket + dress + scarf. Whew, did you catch that?
What I MEAN to say, is that it was a versatile outfit for the weather. There.
I have a question though... what the heck do you do with your hair once you have been growing it out forever? It's been over a year I have been growing it, with little trims here and there to keep it healthy. But then, it's just... hair. And lots of it. Stuck to my clothes and all over my bathroom floor and just every where. So it's getting pulled back a lot more, because frankly I can stand to cut it and I don't have the time to do it all the time. This is a predicament folks! Please tell, are pony tails (like this one) acceptable? I sure hope so!
Details:
Dress, Old Navy (similar)
Scarf, Limited (similar)
Wedges, Cynthia Vincent for Target (similar)
Monday, October 25, 2010
good look for less, Alice!
Today I have another great wardrobe consult... you may remember Alice from earlier this fall, she was ready to update her wardrobe for fall and wanted some really great investment pieces as well as classic and mix and matchable pieces (her previous consult is HERE). She recently contacted me for some winter wear (and to update her Christmas list)... Let's take a look at some of her outfits.
Alice is mom, so she needs simple outfit combos that work on the go! She already owned this gorgeous white puffer coat. To that I added some classic and simple pieces like a chambray top and cords. It's instant classic with no fuss.
Alice loves the simplicity of skinny jeans, as do I. Here some super cozy Uggs and a puffer vest make for a great warm layer over a simple striped top. I love this look!
Mmmmm.... cozy sweaters and cute hats! If it weren't for all the snow, it would be fun to dress for winter! Although... this outfit makes it bearable! Alice owned these jeans already and wanted to include them with the outfits. I am huge fan of wide leg pants this winter - and that is great news for all of you that don't really care for skinnies!
And just one more outfit because they are all so darn cute... a variation of all of the above... super simple, super cute!
Happy Shopping Alice!
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my outfit: mrs. drapey!
That's Mrs. Drapey - not to be confused with Mrs. Draper. The new Mrs. Draper is sweet French-Canadian Megan. She stole Don's heart and about all the women in America lost their dream "bad guy". Although, if you're still single, he may still have you... that's how he rolls, you know.
ANY WAYS....
Last week I was slouchy, this week drapey... The day I wore this outfit I woke up raring to go to they gym... but my nasty cough is STILL with me folks. Still! I figured my fellow gym patrons and the staff wouldn't so much appreciate a lady hacking her lung out on the elliptical or on the abs floor so I took a pass.
For the record it is going on almost three weeks of no gym for me with Vegas and all this sickness. We are on high alert. We are getting scared. We are losing our breath on the stairs again. This is not good.
Instead of heading to the gym I took my energies out on my house, which in retrospect was a good idea. I prepped and organized all the winter clothes for the kids (scarfs, hats, gloves, etc) and inventoried what we still need and got rid of what doesn't fit, etc. I also organized their closets and even the basement a little. I probably did my stairs (basement to 2nd floor) 10 times or so. So maybe I'm even with the gym after all.
If you read this blog last winter you will recognize this sweater... it was deemed the "Mrs. Roper" sweater. Ahhh... good old Mrs. Roper. I was happy to drag it out again. It's warm, but light as a breeze. I look like I could maybe also fly in it... hmmm.
ANY WAYS....
Last week I was slouchy, this week drapey... The day I wore this outfit I woke up raring to go to they gym... but my nasty cough is STILL with me folks. Still! I figured my fellow gym patrons and the staff wouldn't so much appreciate a lady hacking her lung out on the elliptical or on the abs floor so I took a pass.
For the record it is going on almost three weeks of no gym for me with Vegas and all this sickness. We are on high alert. We are getting scared. We are losing our breath on the stairs again. This is not good.
Instead of heading to the gym I took my energies out on my house, which in retrospect was a good idea. I prepped and organized all the winter clothes for the kids (scarfs, hats, gloves, etc) and inventoried what we still need and got rid of what doesn't fit, etc. I also organized their closets and even the basement a little. I probably did my stairs (basement to 2nd floor) 10 times or so. So maybe I'm even with the gym after all.
If you read this blog last winter you will recognize this sweater... it was deemed the "Mrs. Roper" sweater. Ahhh... good old Mrs. Roper. I was happy to drag it out again. It's warm, but light as a breeze. I look like I could maybe also fly in it... hmmm.
Details
Sweater, F21 (similar)
Tank, F21 (similar)
Jeans, F21 (similar)
Necklace, Etsy - Mandy's Yellow Corner
Belt, Gap (similar)
Boots, Nine West (similar)
Friday, October 22, 2010
what to wear: Happy Weekend!
Yay! It's almost the weekend! I'll be spending this weekend doing the usual fall activities... maybe some Friday Night Lights, Saturday morning soccer and maybe a visit to the apple orchards. Now that the weather is really cooling off, time is limited to do all these fun activities! Have a great weekend whatever you do!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
hi & lo (JCrew inspired!)
It's time for another hi & lo post! You all know how much I am loving JCrew lately... but let's be honest, sometimes their prices are a leeeetle tough to swallow. Today I am featuring some of my favorite JCrew finds... and their "stunt doubles", that also happen to be a little easier on the pocket book!
So what do you think? Could some of these be a good alternative?
JCrew Toothpick Cords, $79.50
Old Navy Skinny Cords, $34.50
JCrew Tissue Turtleneck Tee, $34.50
Old Navy Jersey Turtleneck Tee, $14.50
JCrew Drapey Sequin Tee, $69.50
Old Navy Embellished Tank, $14.50
Old Navy Cable Sweater, $29.50
Victoria's Secret Sequin Skirt, $79.50
So what do you think? Could some of these be a good alternative?
my outfit: slouchy sweater!
Hey, hey, hey ladies! First off, a HUGE and I mean HUGE thank you on the successful launch of good tots! yesterday! WOW! I found out that a) a lot of my readers are moms (which I guess I kinda knew) and that b) you want more motherhood, baby, kid stuff. So I really hit the right chord with that! Hooray! I myself am so excited to have more of a "mommy" outlet for myself and somehow unleashing that part of my brain over there... inspires me here in a whole new way. If that makes sense!
Back to business here... I'm going to sound like a broken record here, but seriously... I got the latest JCrew catalog in the mail the other day and I can't. stop. swooning. Every time it happens. Every time! So I have to say that today's outfit is a little inspired by JCrew. At least it's my own execution... using things I already own.
I'm going to try and post my outfits with their respective "outerwear" layer since the weather is cool and I usually try to choose a jacket or coat that compliments the outfit. That is until January when I wear my long puffer coat for 60 days straight. Let's all admit that it might get a little old then. But in the meantime, this is a nylon almost-puffer-but-not-kind-of-moto-cross-style jacket that I got FOREVER ago from Banana Republic. Like really forever. It has a Euro feel to me and has zippered pockets (I love pockets in a coat... don't ask me why... I don't know!) and it's machine washable. It's pretty much perfect.
I got this slouchy sweater at the Gap recently and it's so soft and light, but still has a good deal of warmth to it. The chambray shirt and bold necklace are as close to perfection, I mean, JCrew as I could get.
This is mostly unrelated, but I also decided to start keeping an inspiration file on my desktop with outfits that I see and like... and yes, I'm like 50 years behind on that. BUT, as I start collecting them, I'm hoping to showcase them here and incorporate the styles that inspire me into my wardrobe in a practical way.
I've got to run, but check back later today for another JCrew inspired post... maybe (probably) even more fun that this one! Promise!
Details:
Jeans, Forever 21 (similar)
Sweater, Gap
Chambray Top, Old Navy (similar)
Necklace, Charlotte Russe
Flats, Old Navy (similar)
Back to business here... I'm going to sound like a broken record here, but seriously... I got the latest JCrew catalog in the mail the other day and I can't. stop. swooning. Every time it happens. Every time! So I have to say that today's outfit is a little inspired by JCrew. At least it's my own execution... using things I already own.
I'm going to try and post my outfits with their respective "outerwear" layer since the weather is cool and I usually try to choose a jacket or coat that compliments the outfit. That is until January when I wear my long puffer coat for 60 days straight. Let's all admit that it might get a little old then. But in the meantime, this is a nylon almost-puffer-but-not-kind-of-moto-cross-style jacket that I got FOREVER ago from Banana Republic. Like really forever. It has a Euro feel to me and has zippered pockets (I love pockets in a coat... don't ask me why... I don't know!) and it's machine washable. It's pretty much perfect.
I got this slouchy sweater at the Gap recently and it's so soft and light, but still has a good deal of warmth to it. The chambray shirt and bold necklace are as close to perfection, I mean, JCrew as I could get.
This is mostly unrelated, but I also decided to start keeping an inspiration file on my desktop with outfits that I see and like... and yes, I'm like 50 years behind on that. BUT, as I start collecting them, I'm hoping to showcase them here and incorporate the styles that inspire me into my wardrobe in a practical way.
I've got to run, but check back later today for another JCrew inspired post... maybe (probably) even more fun that this one! Promise!
Details:
Jeans, Forever 21 (similar)
Sweater, Gap
Chambray Top, Old Navy (similar)
Necklace, Charlotte Russe
Flats, Old Navy (similar)
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
check it out: lands end canvas
I just love Lands End Canvas... a youthful off-shoot of the very traditional Lands End. Their clothes are very classic, very refined and anything but boring! These pieces will make great staples for your wardrobe and are classic enough to never go out of style!
Do you have a favorite? I honestly CAN NOT choose one... any of these items would work themselves seamlessly into my wardrobe! (And how about that silk dress with the faux fur jacket I featured earlier this week - I die!!)
Wool Gauze Scarf, $29.50
Silk Shirt Dress, $120
Boatneck Sailor Top, $29.50
Motocross Jacket, $69.50
Chambray Work Shirt, $44.50
Duffle Coat, $89.50
Do you have a favorite? I honestly CAN NOT choose one... any of these items would work themselves seamlessly into my wardrobe! (And how about that silk dress with the faux fur jacket I featured earlier this week - I die!!)
Also for some reason I just love their models... aren't they "girl next door" cute? Nice to see some relatable girls as models, isn't it?
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
shopping guide: fun flats!
Flats are a great shoe going into fall and even for winter (if there isn't too much snow!)... and even in the winter I like to wear boots and then slip a pair of flats in my purse for where ever I am going. These styles are SO fun and all of them are under $50! You can thank me later... now it's time for the eye candy!
1) I love this snow leopard print flat from Target... they actually are pony hair (synthetic?) like the high end brands but for waaaay less. (Snow Leopard Flat, Target $24.99)
2) Chambray + Rhinestones... um, yes please! These flats would look SO cute with jeans or leggings for the fall and your favorite cozy sweater. I really love these! (Rhinestone Chambray Flat, Gap, $49.50)
3) Glitter, glitter, glitter! It seems glittered shoes are popping up every where... and while some are quite high priced, these are just the right amount of glitter and the perfect price! (Multi-Glitter Flats, Gap, $49.50)
4) I am unexpectedly drawn to this creamy brocade pair... they are so chic and seem like they would be very versatile. Aren't they pretty? Every gal needs pretty shoes! (Brocade Flat, Charlotte Russe, $22.50)
4) I am unexpectedly drawn to this creamy brocade pair... they are so chic and seem like they would be very versatile. Aren't they pretty? Every gal needs pretty shoes! (Brocade Flat, Charlotte Russe, $22.50)
5) A close second to chambray + rhinestones is CAMO + rhinestones. These would be a fun (and maybe a little rebellious) addition to any outfit! (Camo Rhinestone Flat, Charlotte Russe, $22.50)
6) Pink pom poms? Need I say more. Yes and yes. (Pom Pom Ballet Flat, Old Navy, $22.50)
my outfit: finally!
Finally I have some outfit photos for you! I'm finally feeling better... still a little cough, but not as bad as it was, and I am actually getting dressed in the morning without turning back to the closet for sweatpants a couple hours later. I picked up this pink top to wear in Vegas... which I did, but didn't take photos of (kind of the theme of the trip unfortunately). What I love about this top is that while it looked great hitting the strip in (it's sleeveless) - it also transitions well to everyday wear with a cardi... like so:
The cardigan is navy blue (if you can't tell... natural light is becoming scarce in the midwest as summer is now over!) and I thought made a perfect pairing - jewel tones seem to compliment one another nicely. If there is one color I would love to add more of to my wardrobe it would be navy blue... it's timeless and versatile. Truly.
And of course a little leopard for fun!
I added this gorgeous white coat as the day had a little chill in it, and overall, I think the outfit was simple, but very well pulled together. This coat fits like a glove... it's just GLORIOUS and while it is fitted, it's still very comfortable.
The cardigan is navy blue (if you can't tell... natural light is becoming scarce in the midwest as summer is now over!) and I thought made a perfect pairing - jewel tones seem to compliment one another nicely. If there is one color I would love to add more of to my wardrobe it would be navy blue... it's timeless and versatile. Truly.
And of course a little leopard for fun!
I added this gorgeous white coat as the day had a little chill in it, and overall, I think the outfit was simple, but very well pulled together. This coat fits like a glove... it's just GLORIOUS and while it is fitted, it's still very comfortable.
I just love dressing for fall!
Details:
Coat, courtesy of Tulle (this coat comes in tons of great colors... make sure to check them out!)
Cardigan, Gap (similar)
Top, Gap
Belt, Forever 21 (similar)
Jeans, Seven for all Mankind
Clogs, UGG
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