This season I've found myself gravitating towards a few specific items in my closet. For winter I really love pieces that are neutral, easy to layer, and simplistic. A couple of those pieces are my tan long-sleeved tee from Target and my favorite brown boots that I picked up from Plato's Closet a couple years… Continue reading My Favorite Winter Staples
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The Glue That Holds Your Outfit Together
Today I have a quick and simple outfit tip for you. As stated in my blog post title, I'm sharing what I believe to be the key factor - or glue - in pulling an outfit together. The answer? Accessories, specifically statement necklaces. A statement necklace can pull any outfit together and be the piece… Continue reading The Glue That Holds Your Outfit Together
Navy Skirt Three Ways
For Christmas I received a navy skirt from Old Navy. It's exactly the kind of skirt I've been searching for and I love it! I've found it to be a very versatile piece, so today I'm sharing three ways to wear a navy skirt. Casual Days A simple neutral tee, scarf for color, and boots… Continue reading Navy Skirt Three Ways
Black Is Back
For the longest time I've had an aversion to wearing black. I would wear my classic LBD (little black dress) from time to time, but as for neutrals in my wardrobe I stuck with navy and gray. But then this season I found myself purchasing black boots, pants, and blazer and wondered how I have… Continue reading Black Is Back
My New Neutral + Important Life Discussions
So every season I pick a new favorite color and incorporate it into my wardrobe. This is actually done unintentionally. About halfway through the season I'll realize that I've been wearing a lot of one color that I've never worn before. This summer it was mint which pretty much became a neutral for me. Seriously,… Continue reading My New Neutral + Important Life Discussions
The 2 Step Outfit
Hey there! Today I'm sharing my go-to plan for taking an outfit from plain to put together! I'm a huge fan of the jeans and t-shirt combo, but to me, a pair of jeans and simple tee don't constitute a complete outfit. So to take my basic outfits up a notch I go through these… Continue reading The 2 Step Outfit
Roadtrip Basics
The most basic of basic outfits is one made up of neutrals. And sometimes basic is just the way to go. Like today, my husband and I are traveling to his parents' house for Thanksgiving, so my outfit looks something like this - basic but still put together. Comfy clothes are a must for a… Continue reading Roadtrip Basics
Cold-Weather Layers
This week I woke up to snow on the ground so I decided it was time to break out the layers. One of the reasons why I love cold weather is because of the opportunity it gives to layer my outfits. I love putting together different colors and textures and creating a whole new look.… Continue reading Cold-Weather Layers
Re-Mixing It Up
There's no question about it, I love to shop. This has especially become apparent to my husband as each month during these first 6 months of our marriage he has found money disappearing out of our budget to fund my closet! And while I do love to get new clothes, one way that I strive… Continue reading Re-Mixing It Up
The End of An Indian Summer
So even though it's 45 degrees outside right now, last week it got up into the 80s around here #southernliving. I pulled this outfit together to balance out the whole "summery-weather-but-the-past-Labor-Day-rules-have-kicked-in" thing. Top - Ann Taylor Skirt - Platos Shoes - Target Belt - Ann Taylor Necklace - A Modern Boutique This outfit kept me… Continue reading The End of An Indian Summer