Archives for October 2015

Friday Favorites: Fashion-Inspired Halloween Costumes

October 30, 2015

When faced with having to come up with a last minute costume (yours truly), you can easily turn clothes you may already own into a fashion-icon costume. Below are several of my favorite fashion costume inspirations:

Channel your inner Audrey in “Breakfast At Tiffany’s” by pairing opera-length gloves and a multi-strand pearl necklace with your LBD. A quick trip to the costume store will easily net you a cigarette holder and tiara. If you really need to hit it home, carry a robin’s egg blue shopping bag.

Do you have a plaid mini lurking in your closet? Aside from plaids current fashion resurgance, break that bad boy out to represent the ultimate 90’s fashion icon, Cher from “Clueless.” Bonus points if your BFF also dones a plaid skirt suit…as if?!

This is what you may see me sporting Halloween night. Tulle skirts are seemingly everywhere; pair with a pink, ribbed tank (bra optional), stappy heels, and some unrully curls and you’re the spitting image of SJP in the intro to “Sex and the City.”

Black waxed jeans or leather leggings belted with a tight black tee and a leather jacket – you’re instantly transformed into Sandy…the one at the end of “Grease.” Simply tease your hair and brush up on your dance moves!

Enjoy a happy and safe Halloween! As always, thanks for reading! ~Jenn

Wear-To-Work Wednesday: Walk in These Heels

October 28, 2015

The “wearable” heel is not an oxymoron. The revival of the kitten heel demonstrates that women can have a stylish shoe that (dare-I-say) is also comfortable. After all, it’s difficult to take someone seriously when they limp into the meeting…or refuse to stand.

In particular, I love bright colors combined with the rich texture of suede or subtle detailing such as a tassel or zipper. The shoes below can elevate even the most basic of outfits – the good news is that none of them have heels over 3 inches! Just note that for a shorter heel, I generally prefer a pointed-toe because you can still enjoy the leg-lengthening benefits, as the eye is drawn down the foot, without the height of a higher heel.

I had a good laugh over this one…keep this sport in mind the next time you find yourself sprinting for the bus!

Please leave a comment with any requests for Wear-To-Work Wednesday. Any and all feedback welcome.

As always, thanks for reading! ~Jenn

Image credit: Style Bistro

Wear-to-Work Wednesday: Dress like a Boss

October 21, 2015

I’m starting a new segment called “Wear to Work Wednesday” for all of you professional gals killing it at work. Just because you have to dress with polish, doesn’t mean that you have to skimp on style. Weekly I hope to inspire you with my selections and provide tips for incorporating trends while looking like you belong in the boardroom.

Creative Director: You have the right to bare arms in the workplace, yet you want to keep your look sophisticated. The “rule of skin” is never more important than when dressing for work. When exposing one body party, be sure to keep the rest of your look conservative and covered-up. You want to keep people focused on your hard work, so definitely leave the short hemlines and cleavage enhancing tops for the weekend!

In particular, I’m loving the sleeveless turtlenecks gracing the racks this fall. Turtlenecks inherently draw the eye toward the face, and the sleeveless top is fashion-forward without being too trendy. Add a reasonable height wedge heel in the must-have lace-up silhouette of the season and you look professional and stylish.

Club Monaco Vince Belle by Sigerson Morrison

Polished Professional: Want to get dressed in a snap yet look utterly put-together at the same time? A dress is the professional woman’s secret weapon for commanding attention and getting to that early breakfast meeting on time! Again, pay attention to hemlines and the fit of the dress to ensure that your look reads boss rather than good time.

The stretch material of the classic sheath dress below is crucial to looking polished at work. Not too clingy, the knit shows your shape yet allows you to move comfortably during your presentation. You can make this dress less predictable by adding an ankle bootie in a soft suede color and a statement necklace draws attention to your face, while exuding confidence.

Vince MICHAEL Michael Kors

Kendra Scott

This classic satchel in deep emerald green compliments both of the above looks. While the shape may be simple, the edgy zipper details and gunmetal closure convey that you are not all business.

3.1 Phillip Lim

What do you think of “Wear to Work Wednesday”? Any suggestions or questions? Please leave a comment.

As always, thanks for reading! ~Jenn

How-To: YOU Can Wear Culottes

October 15, 2015

I like to follow trends, yet don’t consider myself to be “trendy.” The great thing about having personal style is incorporating fashion trends in an authentic way that resonates both with your aesthetic and your lifestyle.

Take, for example, the denim culotte. You might say: “Me? Never!” After all, where would you wear such things?? But, keeping in mind a few simple rules for wearing wide-leg pants, you can easily pair culottes with clothes you already own…and wear everyday.

Just remember these culotte commandments: 1) wear heels to give you some lift; elongating your leg line. Flats with wide legs may make you appear short and squat (unless you have super model legs and then many rules don’t apply to you!) and 2) pair culottes with a shorter or cropped top (doesn’t have to be an actual crop top) or tuck in your shirt to create a waist line, which balances the volume of the pant.

Now, wouldn’t a pair of sky-high platform booties be amazing paired with these culottes?? Yet, I would look ridiculous teetering around the playground…I really did pick up my kids from school wearing this outfit. And this is why it’s important, when applying fashion trends, to consider both your personal style and also (and often most importantly) your lifestyle. For me, the clogs seem much more reasonable (and equally awesome).

{outfit details}
culottes: 7 For All Mankind
sweater: Vince
clogs: Dolce Vita (25% off today only!!)
scarf: DVF
iPhone 6 case: Sonix
ear jackets: found at Queen Anne Dispatch
watch: Cluse
rings: my own, Gorjana, Queen Anne Dispatch

What fall trends are you following? Too scared to try? Leave me a comment and we can come up with an awesome outfit together!

As always, thanks for reading! ~Jenn

PS. The clogs I’m wearing, along with many other fabulous finds are all currently 25% off at the Shopbop Friends & Family sale. Act fast, the sale ends at 11:59 pm PST tonight!!

What I’m Lovin’: Shopbop Friends & Family Sale

October 14, 2015

Exciting news, especially for your fall wardrobe! The Shopbop Friends & Family sale is live now thru October 15th. This is a great opportunity to stock up on basics as well as invest in pieces, such as coats and boots, that will see you through the season. Hurry, prices go up in 2 days and inventory is limited.

One word of advice on shopping a site-wide sale such as this one – use the search function to narrow your criteria; this could be by item type (ex. suede skirt), brand, and even size. Or, shop my picks below. I either own several of these pieces or currently have them in my own shopping bag!

Free People

Dolce Vita (these too!)

Like what you see? Did you know when you shop thru my site, I receive a small commission? I get to share my favorite finds with you and sale shopping is made easy – it’s a win/win.

As always, thank you for following along on my fashion journey! Leave a comment with your favorite picks. ~Jenn

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