A Weekend Date

Now that it's Friday (phew), you and your honey or group of gal pals will be likely heading out to the newest BYOB, gastropub, or sushi joint and therefore need something a little fancier than the other two types of dates (seen here and here). I never tire of working a high/low look for a date night - a little casual and a little fancy. A striped tee is the perfect cute & casual top and will make that special skirt that you wore last Christmas (think lace, sequins, jacquard. or any other embellishment) very appropriate for spring. The finishing touches? A jean jacket, bright clutch, and leg lengthening nude sandals. Have a great weekend!

American Apparel tee and belt, Akira skirt (similar), Old Navy jean jacket, Adrienne Vittadini sandals, Bennetton clutch (similar), Tory Burch sunnies

Hey Red

American Apparel collared blouse, Gap sweater (similar), Akira skirt (similar), JC Penney belt (similar), Gap sequin clutch (similar), Old Navy cuffs (similar), Nine West leopard sandals

Going Global

The Lucky Community started a contest entitled "Show Us Your Lucky" where the members (all fabulous fashion bloggers) interpret looks from this month's Lucky magazine. The story "Wear a Little...Wear a Lot" featured global and lace as two of the trends to try. For the global look, I piled on patterns and textures with brown as the uniting tone. Tomorrow, I'll rock head to toe lace, so come on back! 

H&M blazer (similar), Akira sweater (similar), Target skirt (similar here, here, and here), World Market necklace (similar here and here) and earrings (similar here and here), Assets tights, Target shoes (similar here and here)

Snakebite

American Apparel blouse, BB Dakota vest, Akira skirt, Target belt & booties, XXI earrings, Francesca's cuff

The More the Merrier

Layers, layers, layers. This time of year, I try to stay away from wearing a winter coat (unless its the best option with my ensemble). Therefore, I often rely on layers to keep me toasty in the Windy City. A tee, sweater, and a snood? Thigh high socks over tights? The more the merrier as far as I'm concerned. 

Akira sweater and skirt, Gap snood, American Apparel thigh high socks, Hue sweater tights, Nine West boots, Halogen purse, LOFT tee and ring, Charming Charlie shades