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Neutral Color Outfit

April 22, 2016

A soft clean palette of beige and white is always inviting. These jeans have been on heavy rotation.... but seriously they are so comfortable! I am so happy tunics are still in style and this linen one is perfect. Other than the wrinkles, it is a great fabric for keeping cool in on warm summer days. I think the days of crisp linen have been replaced with a more acceptable gently wrinkled linen.... more on the comfy broken in look! The creases don't seem to be as harsh and noticeable in my opinion. As a shorter person I need to give the illusion of height when wearing my white jeans. I opt for a longer length top, or a solid neutral to not create breaks in my vertical appearance. By adding a neutral wedge to my look, I have elongated my overall height to the ground. Makes this short girl look a wee bit taller I think!

Style Tip: To give the illusion of greater height and a more slender figure keep your color breaks in your outfit to a minimum and away from your largest areas. For me, a break right at my waist would give the appearance of larger hips...my larger area, so I opt for longer tops and blazers. Another illusion is by wearing a dress or top with an empire waist you will look very thin in the waist, but be warned.... you will enhance your bust line appearance.

Jeans Exact options here, and here // Tunic (Similar) // Wedges (options 1, 2, 3) // Sunnies // Cuyana Tote // Necklace c/o // Cuff bracelet wrap //

April 22, 2016
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Spring Blazers

April 21, 2016

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Keeping up with trends can sometimes feel like a full time job. The current off the shoulder top trends are cute, but most all of these tops are boxy. I tried several on and have yet to find one that is flattering to a fuller bust and with a longer hem. Let me know if you find one. Jumpsuits and rompers are another trend that just isn't a fit for me. Knowing how, and when, to stay true to my body is important. One item I have been adding to my closet recently are blazers and jackets. I would consider these to be an investment. Once you own a few in staple colors then I would opt to add a few fun colors or patterns.

A great way to dress up any outfit is to throw on a blazer. Adding this hot pink blazer to a simple white tee and distress jeans outfit steps it up for sure. Rolling the sleeves keeps it casual and relaxed. A great asset to any wardrobe is owning classic staples. A colorful blazer is a must in my opinion. Read my entire list of building a wardrobe here. There are plenty of blazers to select from and I suggest you really experiment with the length and cut before you invest in one. For me, a longer jacket is more flattering in a bolder color and I can get away with a shorter jacket if the color is lighter. The most important detail is the fit, and never get tripped up on the size. You may have to go up a size for a proper fit. I recently fell in love with this blazer and need to really analyze how much use it truly will receive being such a statement.

Blazer (Options here, here and here) // Tee // Cuyana Tote // Sunnies // Distress Jeans (Similar here, and here) // Cuff // Wedges (Similar here, and here) // Tassel necklace (options here, and here)

April 21, 2016
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Wednesday Wants - Edition 4.3

April 20, 2016

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This week's edition on Wednesday wants is definitely sprinkled with undertones of spring. This ombre' lace dress is so pretty and perfect for an afternoon wedding, spring luncheon, or even date night. It is sandal weather and this crisscross braided sandal in multi colors is super fun. Tassels are everywhere and this blush Rebecca Minkoff hobo bag is no exception. I love the color, structure, and of course the tassel. Speaking of tassels.... do you own any shoes with tassels? I do not have a pair of tassel shoes and can't quite seem to decide how much I want to own a pair but these neutral Marc Fisher are pretty darn high on my list to own. Bringing up the rear of this week's list is the trench..... not just any trench coat but a detachable bottom coat. Yup, that's right. The bottom zips off to create a moto type trench. The color does not even do it justice here but it is a gorgeous pale blush. What are some things on your wish list?

Rebecca Minkoff Melissa Trench // Ombre Dress // Isobel Hobo // Woven Sandal // Marc Fisher Crystal Tassel Sandal

April 20, 2016
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Bandana Neck Scarf Trend

April 19, 2016

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Style is something you have that represents who you are, but trends come and go. One of this years trend of bandana neck scarves is such a fun and lively way to dress up any outfit. Yes any outfit, you can tie one on with a cute little white dress and a pair of converse even. Synonymous with cowboys and farm hands for keeping them cool in the long hot summer sun, they have long been a fashion statement. Depending on where you live they could even represent what group of people you hang with.... but let's not go there. Keep your bandana out of your back pocket! Ranging in a rainbow of colors you can add several to your accessories closet without breaking the bank however, if you're looking for a dressier bandana scarf perhaps of silk I linked to one of those beauties below as well. Urban Outfitters, Hobby Lobby, and Nordstrom all carry these fun scarfs. It's supper easy to tie, simply roll it from one corner to the other and loosely wrap around your neck and make a knot leaving a little bit of a tail with the ends. Pull on the scarf gently where it is wrapped around your neck to create a bit of fullness and voila'!

I added my jean jacket for a casual look but as I mentioned earlier, you can dress this trend up or down depending on the occasion. What do you think of bandana scarfs? Would you wear this trend?