Summer Comfort

Denim Jacket: Vintage (similar);  Dress: Kohl's (similar), Sandals: Tory Burch (gift/similar); 

Shades: MbyMJ (similar)

How much do I love this little dress? So much that I've worn it at least five times and I got it the weekend of Father's Day. I know that doesn't sound like a lot, but I think I might have worn it three times in one week! I also wore it the  Monday before the Fourth thinking I would blog about holiday weekend looks. The post never happened, but I still love the dress. It's the epitome of summer comfort!

My mom picked this up at Kohl's on an impromptu shopping trip. She went for one specific thing, and few other items made their way home to me. I'm one lucky girl! This dress was an instant favorite and I'm throwing it in the suitcase for the our vacation. A simple piece like this can work in so many ways and it's so light weight that it won't take up too much room in the suitcase. It's darling!!

Denim Jacket: Before and After

   

  

You're Not Seeing Double

 Jacket: My Mom's (similar); Top: Ann Taylor (similar); Jumpsuit: Target (similar); 

Sneakers: Target (similar); Hat: Target; Shades: Karen Walker via Gilt

No, you aren't seeing double! I'm wearing the same shirt and hat from yesterday's post! And no, I'm not wearing the same thing two days in a row, though I've been known to do that, yesterday's look was from last Tuesday. I wore this yesterday and I'm not afraid to show you how often I repeat pieces! I repeat them a lot, as seen by my Before and After pics, and that's just what a good working closet should do for you, work! 

McKinley and I went to the zoo yesterday and it was a little on the cool side. The windy was blustery at times and I'm so glad I brought along my trusty denim jacket! I've been wanting to pair this jumpsuit with a tee, just to see how it would look, and I have to say I love it! I'm not sure any other top would work so I may just leave it at this!

 The Jumpsuit: Before and After

    

 

Jacket: My Mom's (similar); Top: Ann Taylor (similar); Jumpsuit: Target (similar); 

Sneakers: Target (similar); Hat: Target; Shades: Karen Walker via Gilt

How often do you repeat pieces in your wardrobe and which ones are they? For me, it's usually stripes, obviously my denim, and always my little denim jacket! Trusty staples for sure!

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It's a Party

Jacket: Wrangler (my mom's); Top: LOFT (similar); Skirt: ASOS; Heels: Ann Taylor (similar);

Bracelets: J.Crew (on sale)/Ralph Lauren; Belt: Ann Taylor; Lip Color: Clinique Drama Red 

 Last Thursday was technically my last day of work for a while and my team threw me a little farewell get-together. Since it was a party, I threw on my most festive party skirt! The look felt a little 1950s, with my Peter Pan collared top, so I added my denim jacket to help bring it into modern day. 

I am in love with these midi skirts. So much so that I'm adding a little DIY to my list of things to do, and making one of my own is on the list. I'm inspired by this version and hope to find some similar fabric. Can't wait to get started. Stay tuned for all the DIY projects I have in store.

The Skirt: Before and After

 I'm really excited for the future! I look at this change as the next chapter of my life and I can't wait to start writing it. I hope you stay with me on the journey!

A Crop Top

Top/Skirt: Nicole by Nicole Miller (on sale); Jacket: Wrangler (my mom's); 

Heels: Jimmy Choo (gift);Bangles: Siplada; Millsaps/Banana Republic; Shades: ULTA; 

Earrings: Silpada; Nail Color: Essie Sure Shot

 The crop top. It's everywhere. I mean everywhere! I haven't seen this many since the 90s when Clueless made them popular. And, it was a trend I expected to fully ignore. Why you ask? Because I'm 40. Because I have a pooch. Because I'm 40! I just didn't feel that at 40 I could pull off the crop top. (Just like you won't see me wearing a bikini ever again in my life!) 

Then I saw this little skirt and top in an ad while reading one of my many fashion mags. I immediately ear marked the page! The colors and print remind me so much of Clover Canyon, but less expensive and a little more forgiving in the waistline. (Their line appears to run very slim.) And it was a crop top that someone like me could possibly pull off.

Styling Tip: I truly believe that anyone can pull off the crop top, if styled appropriately. Because the skirt is high waisted, the crop top doesn't show skin, which was my main concern. If I were to wear this top with jeans, which I plan to do, I would ensure that my jeans were high waisted as well. It's all about proportions. Just be aware of the amount of skin you show, or in my case, don't want to show.

These pieces are from the Nicole by Nicole Miller line at J.C.Penney! That's right! A cute, chic, trendy look from J.C.Penney! I have readers and friends tell me all the time that they can't afford to shop. I'm here to tell you you can! This little outfit cost me $50. And you can wear each piece separately, so you can really justify the cost.

 

I am so happy with this look! I love that I am able to style a current trend while keeping it office and age appropriate. This will definitely be something I wear all spring and summer long!