Leopard and Stripes

Ok, so I'm pretty crazy about today's outfit.  I got the inspiration from this pin after receiving this scarf from Born Pretty.  I already have an infinity version, but really wanted a tradition one.  You guys.  I love it.  I'm not sure the pictures does it justice, it's really luxurious and not chintzy on the length at all.  I also got the chance to layer a necklace and a scarf and love how it came out too.  Yep, I'll definitely be wearing this outfit again.

Have you entered my sponsor's giveaway here yet?

Vest: JC Penney $6 super similar for under $15

Shirt: J.Crew Factory $12 similar

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Scarf: Born Pretty c/o same use code GMT10 for a 10% discount

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

Jeans: Old Navy $15 same

Boots: Born (three years old) similar

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What I Wore Wednesday

Mix It Mondays: Herringbone Vest

Today I'm excited to be co-hosting Mix It Monday's with Lauren at Fizz and Frosting. It's no secret I love my herringbone vest, so it was an easy choice to show today.  This vest really does go with everything!  I picked up this vest on super clearance at J.Crew Factory after Christmas and love the yellow paired wit the black here. This outfit already made an appearance on Instagram, but great outfit need to be worn again! The next time I wear it, I'm planning on pairing it with this in colbalt (it's 40% off today, by the way).  Down below today's pictures is a ginormous remix collage on how to style this vest, make sure to check it out below, as well as link-up with Lauren.

On another note, last summer I did a post on knowing and dressing for your body type and it was a great success. I'd like to expand on it and I need your help. I really only gave outfit ideas for a rectangle, because that's what I am. Here's my pitch: Are you hourglass, pear, apple, or triangle shaped? Send me a picture of you in all black (with or without your face) if I get more than one of each body type I'll choose at random. Then I'll create Polyvore sets for you and others with your body type as outfit inspiration, as well as tips to best utilize your best qualities. I plan to do this as part of my Tuesday how-to series. If interested email me here. 

Have you entered my sponsor's giveaway here yet?

Vest: Coldwater Creek $50 (sold out)

Sweater: J.Crew Factory $20 almost exact

Chambray: $20  similar 

Jeans: Old Navy $15 same

Necklace: Stella and Dot  same

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

Shoes: Vera Wang $12 similar

About a month ago I did a massive herringbone vest re-mix, you can check out the original post here. 

Fizz & Frosting (Bloglovin') / My New Favorite Outfit (Bloglovin') / JustJacq (Bloglovin')

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1. Follow your host Fizz and Frosting (via Bloglovin' or Instagram) and your co-hosts, Ginny of My New Favorite Outfit (via Bloglovin' or Instagram) and Jacquelyn of JustJacq (via Bloglovin' or Instagram)
2. Share a post, showing how you remixed an item - a top, skirt, jeans, purse, shoes -- it's completely up to you! Want to share a collage? Go for it!
3. Link back to this post with a text link or by sharing the linkup button!
4. We'd love for you to tweet using #MixItMon so we can help promote your posts!

  Want to co-host in the future? Please email Lauren at lauren@fizzandfrosting.com and use the subject MIX IT MONDAYS!

Plaid, Vests, and a Batman Sighting....

I wore this outfit the during Christmas break and Grant always like to "help" me take pictures.  I couldn't bring myself to crop him out of he pictures. It was actually a pretty nice day, perfect for a vest for me and Grant's new Batman hoodie for him.  He's pretty much living in it, and along with wearing his new Super-man light up shoes he's definitely the most stylish three year old. :). On this particular day Grant and I went to a paint your own pottery place and Grant painted a plane figurine. Then we went to eat lunch at a pizza place that is really popular here.  We had a really nice little date together. It's so nice that he's getting big enough for fun activities like this. 

Vest: Bongo $12 (Sears, sold out online) similar

Shirt: Target $6 similar

Necklace: Express $14 cute option

Bracelets: Stella and Dot same, same

Watch: Citizen same

jeans: Old Navy $19 similar

Booties: Jessica Simpson $37 same

Keep It Simple

Whelp, back to school today. Whomp, whomp.  Break has been great, I've had some time to myself and some great time with family too. Today is a workday and I have grades to finalize and lesson plans to write.  

As for my outfit, I'm going to come out and say it, sometimes layering a shirt under a sweater is just too much work. Seriously. Getting the arms and collar just right is the last thing I want to do when I'm already tired in the morning, and having to get up early for the first time in weeks. So, today I am keeping it simple with this red vest and my Stella and Dot necklace, and that's ok. I love the overall ease of this, and it's perfect for looking put together and cozy at the same time.

Vest: $3 Studio Works (thrifted) similar

Sweater: Express similar

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

jeans: Old Navy $19 similar

Shoes: Vera Wang $12 similar

Chelsea and Ginny Take On: Winter

Today Chelsea and I are going to take on Winter. It's definitely here and this combo today is my favorite for winter this year. A couple weeks ago I showed you a Herringbone Vest Remix and I wore an outfit similar to this one, but the indoor light just didn't do this herringbone and pink sweater combo justice. I love the bright color combo! I swear it is colder this year than it was last winter and these layers are definitely a necessity. I'm not going to lie, after taking these pictures I decided to switch to my booties, it as just to cold for bare ankles. Yep, Winter is definitely here.

On another note, Chelsea and I are going to take a little break from our Take On series. Now that the holidays are over there is really nothing for us to "take on" in January. We plan to resume closer to Valentine's Day.

Born Pretty sent this necklace over and I really like it. I think I'll be able to wear it a lot. It is crazy inexpensive and good quality, they also have free shipping. The one pitfall is it takes about a month to get.

 

Vest: Coldwater Creek $50 would be cute with my black one Sears $18  same

Sweater: J.Crew Factory $21  same

gingham: J.Crew Factory $25 same in pink, sold out online

Necklace: Born Pretty c/o  same enter code GMT at checkout for 10% off

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

Old Navy $15 same

Shoes: Vera Wang $12 similar

Today Chelsea at  Whatcha Makin' Now is sharing a recipe for spiked hot chocolate, make sure to stop by to get the details on this drink that will definitely help to keep you warm on these cold winter nights.

Chelsea and Ginny Take On: Christmas (and my herringbone vest)

This week Chelsea and I are taking on Christmas!  It's almost here and today we're going to share with you a delicious breakfast recipe and a comfy outfit idea. I'm loving my herringbone vest and think it's perfect for Christmas day! This time I tried it with red, my chambray, and flats.  I love this look and am so glad I ended up getting this vest! When it comes to Christmas day I definitely want to be comfy so I think this look will be perfect!

Also, I really wish it was socially acceptable to wear vests and black jeans everyday, because it's gotten really cold here!

*Make sure to come back tomorrow, I've got a fun post planned that has to do with this vest!

Have you entered my giveaway for $200 in Amazon cash yet?

Vest: Coldwater Creek $50 almost exact under $20!

Sweater: J.Crew Factory (Christmas gift from Mom) same

Chambray: $20  similar 

Jeans: Old Navy $15 same

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

Shoes: Vera Wang $12 similar

Chelsea at Whatcha Makin' Now has prepared the best breakfast for Christmas morning.  Delicious!  Make sure to stop by Whatcha Makin' Now for the recipe details!

Herringbone Vest

If you follow me on Instagram, you already got a sneak peek at this vest (which is now sold out).....I've worn it three times since getting it and could probably devote a whole Pinterest board to pinned looks I have for inspiration. Today I decided to pair it with this in a solid chambray and my black jeans with boots.  It was a super cozy and easy look, but I totally felt put-together.  This outfit combo has quickly become a favorite, I hope you all don't tire of it too soon, because I think you'll see a lot of variations this winter. : )

*Important note to all who missed the J.Crew version and the Coldwater Creek version: Shopko is selling the perfect dup for under $20 here. I'm not going to lie, I'm a little jealous of all of you who can score this at such a crazy cheap price!

Vest: Coldwater Creek $50 almost exact for under $20!

Chambray: $20  similar 

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Bracelets: Stella and Dot same

Jeans: Old Navy $15 same

Boots: Born (three years old) similar