Stylist Tip: Do Not Be Ordinary

Do not be tempted to look ordinary. I have had clients tell me that they get dressed thinking they do not want to stand out. Life really is too short! Always dare to go out of your comfort zone just a bit when putting on your clothes and accessories.  Wear what makes you happy!

Case in point... I give you the fox tights. I was holding these gems in Anthropologie when I heard one of my besties say "step away from the fox tights." If I had heeded her instruction I would not be rocking this fabulous look tonight for a date with the hubby- and they make me so happy! They will get attention and it will be lots of fun!

Dress

    

Holding Horses Dress 

 $158.

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Tights

Tintoretta Foxtrot Tights

29.50

These little beauties may look black, but they are a true navy.

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Booties

Sam Edelman booties

For a similar look (budget friendly) to the image up top:

Naeem Khan Sleevess Beaded Cocktail Dress

Outfit of the Day #ootd

Currently I am obsessed with this Anthro pencil skirt.
I love the tribal print and deep yellow. It is bright paired
with all my dark winter basics and will be perfect with a t-shirt
and sandals this summer. At this point in winter I advise 
adding pieces to your wardrobe that will transition well
        to the next season for maximum wear-ability.

1/ Splendid Black Turtleneck

2/ Maeve yellow skirt

3/ Wallis metal bead necklace

4/ SPANX black opaque tight

5/ Black Bootie (similar)

6/ Frye Melissa boots

Here I am (so serious!) with the gorgeous magnolia as back-drop. 

The skirt predominantly features black within the print as well as really

 deep pops of indigo.  I love the unexpected pairing of the black pieces

                                              with a navy necklace.

What's Your Spirit Animal?

On a recent trip with my sister to Anthropologie, our animal instincts kicked in. Seriously, my sister had to cut me off... but not before I grabbed my bear shirt.

Mama Bear in the house!
Maeve Woodland Blouse

What does the fox say?

Woodland Blouse

Little Bunny Foo Foo...

Pop Print Tee

Creature Comforts

Creature Comforts Tee

Take a walk on the wild side!

Sweaters with a Hem

Sweaters of all sorts are a huge trend this season. But sometimes the look of sweater + Pants + boots can get a little dull and masculine. Adding a silky or lace hem elevates the look effortlessly. You are rocking the layered look and the hem mitigates the boxy severity of a sweater. Suddenly you are both warm and pretty! 

There is not a single stitch of sewing involved. Check out these dressed up sweaters!

 Get the look:

Anthropologie

Cabled Ella Pullover, $118.

Asos

Boss Orange Iohanna Sweater with Lace Detail,

$244., $170.

Joie 'Yael" Lace Hem Sweater

$248.

J. Crew

Lace Trim Tee, $55.

Since it is short sleeved, I think this would be perfect layered over a slim black and white striped turtleneck with skinny jeans and booties.

French Fuzzy Lace Hem Pullover

$58.

This one is a juniors from Nordstrom, but I have never been afraid of the Juniors section. You can achieve the look at a fraction of the cost of misses sizes. Just size up!

Sale Alert: Anthropologie

Just a heads up...in case you love Anthropologie 

like me.

Sale on top of a sale!!

Take 25% off items already on sale.

Use code: SALEONSALE

Dress, $348. $142

Bedding on sale

Floral Dress

$128. $67.

Top

$128. $52.

Mad for Plaid

If you are looking for a way to freshen up your wardrobe this season, try some plaid pieces. It is classic made contemporary.

Free People, $128., Anthropologie 

For a riff on menswear try a windowpane plaid. They were all over the runways for Fall/Winter '14. Here are a few budget friendly items that pack a lot of punch style-wise and work well for the office and beyond:

Windowpane Plaid Skirt, $88.

Piperlime

JOA Check Sleevless Shirt, $59., 

Piperlime

Greylin Skirt, Piperlime

Getting Folksy

Anyone else feeling the folksy vibe going on in the fashion world?
 One of the biggest trends this year has been embroidery.  I'm using the term trend, but embroidery is obviously a timeless craft. Embroidery, in all it's forms has been cross-culturally fashionable throughout the ages. Trend wise, embroidered looks will continue into Fall. The look evokes a tribal feel.  It is also a throwback to the Bohemian looks of the 70s and early 80s.

Valentino Resort 2015

Naeem Khan Resort 2015

For Fall, try embroidered pieces in darker colors or pair lighter items in your closet with a dark blazer. In order to avoid looking like you have just left Floydfrest/Bonaroo/Burning Man, pair individual pieces with tailored items from your closet (i.e. a flowing top with tailored cigarette pants). Consider menswear and solids foils to balance out the folksy look.  It's all about the mix.

Little White Lies embroidered gray dress on Asos.

I love the embroidered coats and coat dresses featured on the runways for Fall. If you do not want to invest in a big piece, as always, consider accessories.

Valentino 2014

Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2014

RTW Collection

Runway to Real Life:

Anthropologie Noyo Tee, $78.

*great with black skinnies and boots for Fall*

Free People Embroidered Fable Dress, $168.

Anthropologie Tunic

I am in love with this outfit!