Love and Gingham

I picked this sweater up about a year ago from Target for a steal. I love it, but it's been totally under utilized in my closet.  Anyone else have pieces like that? On the other hand, this skirt and shirt seem to be in constant rotation. I don't think it was a bad idea to buy this sweater, it was only like $6, but I think if I'm going to have something in my closet I better find a way to wear it.

Speaking of wearing what I own, the heels I'm wearing today have officially bit the dust. I've worn a hole in the soles, yep, I definitely buy my shoes to be work horses. Luckily, I was able to replace them with these for half the price. Now, I just hope they'll be comfy.

Also, make sure to stop my Whatcha Makin' Now, my sister is starting the coolest idea today. She's going to be sending sweet treats to one lucky person each month...for free. Go check it out!

Sweater: Target $6 similar

Shirt: J.Crew Factory $25 almost exact

Skirt: Target $16 same

Necklace: Born Pretty c/o  same

Bracelets: Stella and Dot Renegade, Urbane

Shoes: Bandilino $30 similar / DSW Coupons

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What to Wear With Wine

This week I thought it would be fun to do a mini-series focused on color.  I recently joined a fashion page on Facebook where women post their OOTDs.  It's a great group with a lot of stylish women, but one of the things I see people post often is a picture, then the question: "Do these go together?" Another common question I see is: "What color goes with this?" This prompted my mini-series.  I thought I'd pick three color that are big this fall and try to help give some direction as to what to wear with them.

Today I'm focusing on wine, burgundy, ox blood....whatever you call it, it is definitely a great color for fall.  The problem can be deciding what colors look best with it.  I came up with some different colors which I think pair nicely with wine.  

• The first is another shade of the color for a monochromatic look; this is also a big trend this fall, and definitely one worth giving a try.  
• The second is to pair it with neutral colors, either a combination of warm tones, like browns and chocolates, or cool tones like grays and blacks.  I chose to pair it with cool tones today (mainly because I wanted to wear my Phoenix Pendant again.  
• The third is with a complimentary color like mustard or navy.  I'm a big fan of both of these combinations too. (Look below for examples of these color combos).

To help out you visual learners (like myself) here's a handy little chart for you to reference:

Here are some more detailed pictures of today's outfit:

Cardigan: Old Navy $3 (thrifted) similar

Top: JC Penney $1 (thrifted) similar

Skirt: Express $30 same

Necklace: Stella and Dot Phoenix Pendant 

belt: $12 Target same 

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

Shoes: Bandilino $30 similar / DSW Coupons

Here are some other ways to wear wine: 

 Look 1/ Look 2 / Look 3 / Look 4

Come back tomorrow to see what color I'll be styling next. : )

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Get Your Pretty On

Chelsea and Ginny Take On: Fall

Today Chelsea and I are taking on Fall. One of the biggest trends for fall is Leopard print. After buying this polka dot top I knew I needed this leopard one from the same line too.  Today I decided to show you how to style this top for both the workday and weekend.   

My workday look is my favorite go-to combination: a  blazer, a blouse, and a pencil skirt.  I feel comfortable all day and always feel so put together.  

Blazer: H&M $25 similar /H&M Coupons

Blouse: $19 Target same / Target Coupons

Skirt: $16 Target this year's version 

belt: $12 Target same 

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Bracelets:  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade Stella and Dot

Heels: Bandalino $30 similar

My weekend look is inspired by Tara and encompasses my favorite pieces for fall. Boots: check. Cozy cardigan: check. Leopard print: check. 

Cardigan: Ann Taylor $5 (thrifted with tags) similar

Top: Target $17  same 

Jeans: Old Navy $19 similar

Necklace: Stella and Dot 

Bracelets: Stella and Dot  Chimera, Moxie , Renegade 

Boots: Aerosoles $47 similar

Now to my lovely sister, Chelsea, at Whatcha Makin' Now: She has made another amazing dessert perfect for your fall get together.  Just look at these amazing caramel apple cupcakes!  Make sure to stop by Whatcha Makin' Now to get the details on this great recipe!

Jewel Tones

Almost two months ago I tried on this top and was in love....with everything but the price, that is.  What do you know, it went on sale and they only had one left in the stores, and it happened to be in my size.  It was fate.  You guys.  I love it.  I also got this skirt and love it too.  A navy skirt had been on my list for fall and I really like the structure of this one, but that it's not a traditional pencil skirt.  I've got a number of looks lined up for these too pieces and I'm pretty excited about it. 

Cardigan: NY and Co $10 similar

Top: Loft $30 same

Skirt: Loft $30  same

Necklace: Stella and Dot same

Bracelets: Stella and Dot Renegade, Peacock, Urbane

Shoes: Fergalicous $30 similar

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What I Wore to Work Link-up