I must admit, I’m a jeans and tee kinda gal. But, on the rare occasion that I need something other than denim, a solid trouser is my go-to choice for feeling confident and effortlessly put-together. So you better believe that when I spotted these trousers with the sporty side stripe on several of my favorite fashionistas, I had to seek them out! And yes, I get inspiration from other fashion bloggers – imitation is the sincerest from of flattery, after all!
I love a casual tee paired with dressy pants, and adding a blazer makes the outfit both work and play appropriate. Now…not any blazer, but a velvet blazer! I’m so pleased that velvet is back en vogue this fall and winter. I still wear my classic black velvet Theory blazer that we one of my first designer scores, purchased probably 10 years ago now! The luster of the velvet makes this navy one almost look iridescent – perfect for both a special occasion and an ordinary day at the office.
{outfit details}
blazer: Zadig and Voltaire (also these: black, navy, moss)
trousers: Zara (found on sale)
tee: BP.
heels: J.Crew (but these embellished pumps are on my wish list!)
phone case: Sonix
sunnies: Smith Optics
earrings: Lucia K. Jewelry
bracelets: Gorjana (similar), Guitar String Bracelets (mine found at Queen Anne Dispatch)
rings: Alexis Bittar (cocktail), Shashi
lips: Julep ‘At Midnight’
As promised, my fashion muses that inspired the purchase of these pants are below.
Happy Friday! Thanks for reading (always). ~Jenn
photos by Angie Anderson
The quintessential street-style fashion star, Olivia Palermo
One of my favorite Seattle style bloggers, Rebecca of Blogger Not Billionaire (you really must follow!)
If you’re not on Instagram, climb out from under your rock! Whatever your reasoning, just in case you are not following along; I’m doing a round-up of my recent favorite Instagram posts (complete with outfit details). I love (ok, obsess) following fashion, decorating, and cooking accounts on the social media app. Not only does Instagram serve as great inspiration for my outfits, meals, and home, but it is also a fun community to participate and share with.
**This weekend is your last chance to score this amazing 
{outfit details} jeans: 
I’m getting ready for a black tie auction this weekend. Outfit preparation is critical in advance of the event (read: prior to the day-of). Pulling together shoes, accessories, and…appropriate undergarments all take time. Even for a stylist, with a healthy-sized wardrobe!
Spring teased us here in Seattle this week. With sunshine and temperatures nearing 60 degrees, I’m dusting off my spring essentials. This kimono is perfect both as a breezy, and colorful topper over a tee and poolside as a cover-up over a swim suit. Stay tuned for more details (and a *giveaway*) coming next week!
If you read this blog regularly, you know that flare jeans are having a major moment this spring (and I’m obsessing over them). You’ll catch me in these 