March 15, 2013

What to Wear this Weekend

Jack by BB Dakota fur vest (similar), American Apparel "Chicago" sweatshirt, Old Navy plaid shirt (similar), Gap jeans, Clarks boots (similar here and here), purse via Crossroads (similar), Stella & Dot necklace (similar, if wrapped twice), Tory Burch sunglasses

March 14, 2013

The Importance of Jeans that Fit


Recently, my man realized that he was wearing "too big for him jeans." He sincerely thought that his legs would't fit in "regular" jeans, so he always wore wide leg. Enter the Relaxed Straight fit by Levi's. My mouth literally dropped when he walked out of the room in this outfit for a dinner with our parents. Isn't he handsome?

Just for comparison, check out the before.

Levi's Relaxed Straight fit jeans, Docker's gingham shirt, Stafford plaid blazer (similar),  brown leather belt, Eastland brown boots (similar)

March 12, 2013

Spring Fever

It might be because I am in North Carolina this week and it's a balmy 65 degrees, but I'm thinking spring! It's time to retire my tights and and recreate any of these warmer weather outfits...who's with me?

March 11, 2013

Crush of the Month - B.Jones Style

While I know how much I am inspired by the many, many fashion bloggers who I visit every day, you might not. So, I've decided to showcase one stylish fashionista per month to broaden your scope of inspiration and increase their influence, because they deserve it! My first installment of this series, in giving credit where credit is due, is about Beth Jones.
Beth Jones is the author of the blog B.Jones Style. She has worn many hats in the fashion industry (and been featured in Vogue), but most recently, her role has shifted due to the arrival of her adorable son, Turner. While her style and ability to find gems at consignment and vintage stores was the reason I first started following her, she is especially inspiring in her journey to become comfortable in her post baby body. I give mad props to anyone documenting their dimensions and being so honest with the reality of weight loss from month to month.

Obviously, she had to make changes to wearing her typical high waisted trousers during pregnancy and has had to ease back into them, but she is back full force! I get so giddy to see what unique pieces or styling she is making wearable for the every day. Whether it be overalls, a scarf as a shirt, a turban, or palazzo pants, she rocks it! She is solely responsible for me discovering Crossroads and therefore, making staying on trend less expensive and my closet less overflowing.

To you, Beth!
All images via B. Jones Style

March 10, 2013

A Full Peplum


When peplum first came on the scene, people were skeptical. Now, this silhouette is every where and I'm overjoyed (as I indicated in this post). However, I'm a bit bored with only pairing a peplum top with a pencil skirt. Why not a full skirt? Double the flare, double the fun! That's what I always say...

Worthington peplum pleather top (similar), NY & Co tee, Akira skirt (similar here and here), Hue tights, Nine West shoes, Nordstrom hoops (similar)