My Kind of Laundry

Vest: Laundry by Design (gift/ 50% off); Top: Loft; Jeans: Loft (60% off);

Heels: Ann Taylor (cute option under $40); All Jewelry: Stella & Dot; 

Lip Color: NARS Heat Wave; Nail Color: Essie 5th Avenue

I am loving my newest faux fur piece I received for Christmas! It's Laundry by Design and it's fabulous!! It's a little on the green side, a little dark in these photos, so I will style again soon to capture the true color. And it's the perfect layering piece for this cold weather. 

I wore this for a little get together with my Stella & Dot girls and it kept me warm while hanging out on the covered roof top of the restaurant. This top from Loft is the best investment as of late. I got it back in November, after styling my friend Christina for the 70s shoot, and I've worn it several times without photos ever being taken. I need to remedy that, right? I love the delicate cutouts around the sleeve and it's just the right amount of fullness. This look is just one of my favorites!  

Can we talk about my great hair day for a minute? I have been playing around with different products, as I'm finding my curls are different now that it's shorter and winter is taking out all of the oomph. On this particular day, I let it air dry too long before adding product, and didn't have time to straighten it. I decided to use texture wax, which I've never done on curly hair. I love how it turned out! And I've never really said that about my curls! I will definitely wear it like this again!

 

I'm sorry I haven't blogged much this week. With the cold weather, I'm just not inspired to get super dressed up these days! Along with that, we've been big homebodies lately, and who really wants outfit pics of me rocking the same outfit over and over again. I have literally worn the same navy sweater for days now. I think it needs a rest! 

Tomorrow is calling for warmer weather so I'm thinking we may be zoo bound. Hoping for a cute look to share on Friday!

Hope you're having a great week!

XOXO

Another Leap

Sweatshirt: Made by Me; Chambray Shirt: J.Crew Factory (similar); Jeans: Loft (similar);

 Booties: Sole Society (c/o similar); Scarf: My Mom Made; Shades: Target; 

Necklace: Stella & Dot

I made another Leap sweatshirt and I think I like the layout of this one better. And the gold against the gray really pops. Still working out the kinks, but I love where this is going. I already have the white one in my Etsy boutique. Tell all your friends who are ready to take that Leap this year!

It was freezing this weekend and I couldn't leave home without long-johns and an extra large scarf! All things that kept me warm while braving the elements or just staying inside the house! I love denim on denim when I can break it up. Still not a huge fan of just the two piece together. I'm working on overcoming that fear this year! Baby steps, right?

Speaking of baby steps, can we talk about these booties for a minute? I have lived in them all fall and winter. So comfy and the perfect heel height. This one is almost sold out, but here is a really cute option!

The Sweatshirts

      

 

I can't believe it's Monday again! A busy week is ahead for this mama, but I'm ready to tackle my to-do lists and grow, grow, grow! Hope you're having a great morning!

XOXO!

Hello 2016

T-Shirt: Boden; Button Down: J.Crew Factory (similar); Jeans: Loft (similar); 

Sneakers: Converse (similar); Shades: Karen Walker via Gilt; Necklace: Stella & Dot; 

Lip Color: Chanel Jean

Saying Hello to 2016! This is what I wore for the first day of the New Year and I was ready to say hi! As you know from earlier in the week, I'm taking a Leap, but I'm also saying Hello to a year that's going to be bigger than last! I've set goals, trying to keep a positive mind set, and putting all of this out in the universe in hopes of an incredible return!

Because it was the first day of the year, I didn't want anything but comfortable! I can't stay up late anymore and I felt the effects the next day. As I get older, I just don't bounce back like I used to. I think I took a good hour plus nap that afternoon! And when you have styled your most relaxed pieces in your wardrobe, it's easy to feel relaxed. Hello...

 

I hope your first full week back has been as easy as this look! And that the New Year has been fashionably chic! So much to look forward to and so much to blog about in the coming weeks and months! I hope you continue to follow the journey!

Happy Friday!

XOXO

Black and White Mixed Prints

Sweater: Piperlime (cute option); Shirt: Land's End; Jeans: Loft (similar); 

Booties: Rebecca Minkoff (cute option); Earrings: Stella & Dot

 

 I have been on the hunt for the perfect black and white checked flannel shirt for several months, and when I saw it in the Land's End catalog, I immediately earmarked it for a Christmas gift. When I opened one of my gifts on Christmas morning, there it was! And, since wearing it with this sweater and my Leap sweatshirt, I've worn it at least three other times. And, it's only January 6th! That's what I call the perfect black and white checked flannel shirt!

Pairing my new favorite shirt with one of my favorite sweaters only makes sense, right? I wore this for a little post holiday get together. It was a low key evening and I wanted to be comfortable but a little glam. I know, distressed boyfriend jeans paired with a sweater and flannel shirt isn't terribly glam, but I did add a major hint of sparkle with my amazing ear jacket earrings! They are stunners and dress up any look.

The Sweater: Before and After

   

 Seriously, this flannel shirt is so awesome! It's comfortable, fits really well, and can be paired with so many pieces in your closet! I can't wait to show you all the other ways I plan it wear it. If only it would go with my sequin joggers....

My New Year's Eve Sparkled

Blazer: Loft (similar); T-Neck: Macy's (similar); Joggers: Target; Heels: Jimmy Choo (fun option); 

Clutch: My Mom's (cute option); Necklace: Stella & Dot; Rings: Stella & Dot/Alexis Bittar via Box of Style

 

 Guess who wore her sequin joggers on New Year's Eve? To dinner. At a nice restaurant. With her husband and friends. This girl! I am obsessed with them and kind of just want to wear them around the house while cleaning. I won't, because I don't want to ruin them, but I could....

I really love this look. It was perfect for a nice dinner out with my husband and friends. Most everyone came back to our house for drinks and dessert and I was able to see the ball drop in total comfort while still feeling chic! I'm not kidding when I say that this was the best $30 spent!

 

  

I think what helps dress up the look is a little black blazer and heels. And a little sparkle of my jewels didn't hurt.

 

The Pants: Before and After

    

 

I felt stylish all night and I think it's because I loved what I was wearing. I wasn't tugging on an ill fitted dress. Pulling on a skirt that was too short. Or, worrying that my top was too tight. I wore what I loved, what fit my body, and those are the key factors in getting the look right! That is my Styling Tip for the day!

Less is More

Coat: H&M (fun option); T-Neck: Kohls; Jeans: Loft (similar); Boots: Sorel; 

Scarf: Made by my Mom; Shades: Karen Walker via Gilt; Necklace: Stella & Dot; 

Lip Color: NARS Heat Wave

It doesn't take a huge snow storm to get me into my new Sorel's! I've been lusting after these Joan Arctic boots for years and they finally became mine over Christmas! And, we just so happened to get a tiny snow "storm" a couple of days later. It was fate I tell ya! 

After a few days of being cooped up inside, we decided to brave the elements and head over to Chuck E. Cheese for an afternoon of pizza (salad bar for me), games, and family fun. We really do have a great time whenever we go! Just seeing how many tickets we can "win" is worth the trip. Since we would be inside for most of the day, I opted for a lighter weight coat and my new over-sized scarf my mom made me! It's amazing and so warm. I'll be wearing it a lot this winter. A black t-neck and my new rose gold engraved necklace were I needed to complete the look! And the boots of course.

 

The Coat: Before and After

      

 

 

 I love this look! One of my favorites as of late. Just a few little details made it feel super chic and pulled together. Just goes to show that less is more!

How is the first week back going? Getting back in the groove or feeling the need for a little more time off? Whatever it is, I hope you're pulling it off with style!

Leap...

Sweatshirt: Made by Me; Flannel Shirt: Land's End; Leggings: LC Lauren Conrad (under $15);

Heels: Ann Taylor (similar/under $50); All Jewelry: Stella & Dot

It's a New Year, and just like any new year, I always think it's going to be my year. Well this year, I'm saying it out loud (or in writing anyway) that this year is going to be my year! Do you want to know why? Because I took a leap!

I took a leap about a year ago by not going back to work. In October of last year I took another leap by starting my own business as a Stylist for Stella & Dot and I haven't looked back! It's the biggest leap I've taken to date (aside from having a baby) and I've decided it's my moto. "Leap...so she did." And I'm telling you to take one as well! Whatever you've ever thought about doing, do it! Take the leap! It could be totally worth it.

Because I've taken a leap, I decided to put it in glitter. On a sweatshirt. That I'm wearing! It's my prototype, some kinks need to be worked out, but they will be for sale soon on Etsy. But, if you want to get in line for one, email me for all the details. I'm loving it!! 

 

So what does one wear with a glittery white sweatshirt? A plaid flannel button down, faux leather leggings, and animal print heels. And, you add gobs of gold jewels and a bright lip! I'm pretty sure it's glam all the way!

  

What is on your agenda for 2016? Big life goals? Small items that you've wanted to tackle for a while but haven't? Any major leaps you've finally decided to take? Repeat to yourself "Leap....so she did." It has totally worked for me!

Happy 2016 Fashionista's! Let's make this the shiniest year to date! 

XOX!!