Remember these? I told you you’d see this vest and shirt again! I’m a big fan of having a few staples that are the base of your looks for the season and swapping out accessories, shoes, and other little details to get more mileage from a piece. Denim is a great base layer for …
You guys, this cape is EVERYTHING. And it’s only $40 at Target. I love it. I’m usually such a blazer fan but this cape has made me a convert. You get the versatility of a blazer but you can move! I love blazers but sometimes they can restrict movement so I’m loving that this cape gives …
According to the calendar it’s officially Spring but here in The Mitten mother nature hasn’t quite gotten there yet. As such I have to resist the urge to put away all my sweaters and pull out my espadrilles and sandals. It’s not an easy thing to marry Winter and Spring together. No two seasons could …
One of the best investments you can make in your wardrobe is a statement jacket. This leather jacket I scored from Zara looks like it could have come from a high-end brand like Acne or AllSaints. Instead I got it on sale and have never been able to find one like it for much under …
I’ve never been interested in rules of fashion. In fact, I was embracing trends long before I knew there was such a thing. I’ve always felt like rules were meant to be bent, nowhere more so than in fashion. Here is one that I actually can get behind though – monochromatic dressing. As someone who needs 2 inch heels to reach 5 feet tall and is constantly asking people to reach the top shelf in the grocery store, I can appreciate anything that makes me look taller. The trick is to add interest by playing with texture. Here I’ve played with knits and leather and added layered wrist-wear for a little extra something. After all, every girl needs a little bling ;).
Hint: Any writing on your jewelry should be worn so those looking at it can read it right-side up.
Photos by Amie Akers
Pants by H&M – similar here and here.
Sweater by BCBG – similar here.
Scarf by Zara – similar here and here.
Watch by Cluse.
Bracelet by Michael Kors – similar here.
Cuff bracelet by BaubleBar.
Glasses by Krewe – similar here.
I love a good hat! And this one by Topshop is one of my favs. But it wasn’t always that way. When I was a kid my mom thought I looked cute in them but every time she put one on me I tore it off. So would be the story of me and hats – only on long enough for my mom to snap a quick pic. I completely forgot about them until a few years ago when I decided to give them another try. What I found was that, like many things she tried to teach me when I was younger, Mom was right. A good hat adds that little bit of personality that can elevate your outfit from simple to chic. And bonus – it covers up that second, third (or fourth ) day hair 😉
Hat by Topshop – similar here and here
Blazer by Zara – similar here and here
Cashmere sweater by Uniqlo
Jeans by 7 For All Mankind – similar here
Photos by Amie Akers.
There are few things I love more than a designer collaboration with one of my favorite fast-fashion retailers. Something about all that hype and anticipation makes them like the Rose Bowl of the fashion world. Probably one of my favorites to date is the Altuzarra for Target collection. This trench combines the versatility of the trench with the elegance of a dress. The contrasting coated jean sleeves give it an edge so it’s the perfect balance of femininity, classic, and fashion forward style.
Trench Coat – Altuzarra for Target, similar here and here
Jeans – 7 For All Mankind, similar here
Heels – Zara, similar here
Watch – Cluse, similar here
Photos by Amie Akers
