Feb 13, 2013
There’s no doubt that one of my favorite pieces that I’ve upgraded my wardrobe with recently is my chambray shirt. Actually I didn’t even buy it for myself. My hubby got it for me for my birthday. When I first saw it I thought, I’m NEVER going to wear that thing. It wasn’t that I didn’t like it. I just rarely wore button downs of any kind. But as the Biebs would say, never say never…
And for good reason, check out how he rocks chambray with denim on denim.
[Via]
First I paired it up with colored denim.
Then I got all crazy like Justin and wore it with denim on denim.
After that I layered it under a sweater.
Then I got super brave and wore it with leggings.
It has truly been a closet staple for fall and winter.
And now I’m looking at ways to keep pairing it up for spring and summer.
With mint jeans, a striped tank and floral flats.
With some floral shorts and wedges. I lived in my floral shorts last summer and plan to get more this year.
Over a maxi dress with metallic flip flops.
Even thrown over a bikini at the beach!
What’s that you say? You don’t have a chambray shirt yet? Well, girlfriend, we need to fix that!
Here are some options for every price point.
Spendy
[Madewell Perfect Chambray]
Mid-Range
[Delia’s Fitted Chambray]
Thrifty
[Mossimo Chambray]
Buy one now, ya hear?
I FEEL PRETTY LINK PARTY
I’m starting something new this week. Each week I’m going to feature a Pretty of the Week from the previous week’s link party.
Our very first Pretty of the Week is…
Amber of 3 Ladies and Their Gent!
How cute is she? I just love her leopard heels, plum cords and perfect accessories.
And now on to this week’s fun!
Link up your outfits or anything else that makes you feel pretty. There are just a few simple rules:
1. Link up your pretty post.
2. Link back to my blog.
3. Visit other pretty peeps.
That’s it! Let the fun begin.
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Getting my pretty on with The Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Style Sessions, Wardrobe Wednesday, Rolled Up Pretty, Look What I Got, Aloha Friday, Friday’s Fancies
Feb 8, 2013
Psst,I have a secret.
I’m leopard obsessed!
OK, maybe it’s not a secret. If you’ve been reading for long then you’ve seen me wear all of these great Payday Pretty pieces of leopard over the past few months.
Leopard Gloves [Similar]
Leopard Belt [Similar]
Leopard Cardigan [J. Crew Factory]
Leopard Flats [Similar]
Leopard Scarf [Similar]
Even leopard socks! [Similar]
Yep, leopard is an awesome way to add a little somethin’ somethin’ to just about any outfit.
Let me illustrate using three of my favorite bloggers:
#1 – It works as a neutral and looks just as good paired up with patterns as it does with solid colors.
I love how Nikki is rocking this leopard with floral look.
#2 – It looks incredible with red.
Shanna‘s red accessories are sheer perfection!
#3 – It’s oh so rich with green.
Does Sheaffer look sassy or what??
Speaking of Sheaffer, she loves her some leopard in this post too!
Now I’m looking to expand my leopard collection past the basics. So I went on the hunt for some leopard Payday Pretty inspiration pieces for $50 and under. I’d love to add these to the collection!
Picture these wedges with a pair of crisp white shorts, a bright orange cardigan and gold accessories. Summer perfection!
[Madden Girl – Leopard Wedges]
I love the classic Timex face and the calf hair band on this watch.
[Classic Timex Leopard Band]
So cute to kick around in with my favorite pair of boyfriend jeans!
[Sequined Leopard Sperry]
My iPhone case called and it wants an upgrade. This one will do.
[Tory Burch Leopard iPhone 5 Case]
I flippin’ love these pants! Just picture them with a little green cardigan for spring. Oooo, must have!
[Virginie Castaway Leopard Pants]
And since my leopard flats are almost worn out…one splurge, just for fun. Hey, a girl can dream, right?
[Tory Burch Leopard Flat]
It’s Your Turn: How are you wearing leopard? Are there any pieces you want to add to your collection? Tell me in the comments!
Getting my pretty on with The Pink Mama, Casual Friday, Six Sisters Stuff, Visible Monday, YOLO Monday, Brassy Apple, Market Yourself Monday, Monday Mingle
Feb 7, 2013
It’s time for Ask Alison, my regular feature where I provide virtual styling solutions for your fashion questions. This week’s question comes from Stacy.
Hi Alison, I am borrowing a gown for a Mardi Gras Ball. It is a classic chocolate brown sheath. I would love to update it a bit with jewelry, but still be classic. Could you give me a few ideas? – Stacy
Lucky you, Stacy! What a fun event and gorgeous gown. Chocolate brown always looks so rich and elegant. There are many accessorizing options for this gown. Here are three different ways that I came up with to accessorize it without overpowering it.
Black + Brown – I have a real thing for this combo this year. It looks fresh and unexpected.
Classic – You can’t go wrong with a classic crystal combo.
Modern – The turquoise in the earrings and bright gold necklace perfectly compliment chocolate brown.
And the winner is…
The Modern Combo
Here’s Stacy all dressed up for the big night. She looks gorgeous!
[Accessories from Versona]
It’s Your Turn: Is there a special event in your future that you could use some styling help with? Do you have an item in your closet that you love but aren’t quite sure how to style? Would you like some fresh ideas to bust out of your outfit rut? Well I have a solution for that! I’m excited to announce that I’m now offering affordable virtual styling services. For more information, click HERE.
GALLERY GIVEAWAY
Today is the last day to enter to win a $30 gift certificate from Gallery. Have you entered yet?
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Getting my pretty on with The Pleated Poppy.
Feb 6, 2013
Well, hello there white jeans! Oh, how I’ve missed you these past few months.
So much so that I went crazy the other day pinning white jeans outfits for spring. Then it dawned on me, why not wear them now? So that’s exactly what I did.
[Shirt: Rue 21/Jeans: Target/Necklace: Rue 21/Earrings: Target/Bracelet: Rue 21/Watch: New York & Co./Boots: Target]
SIMILAR LOOKS
It’s time for the I Feel Pretty Link Party!
Link up your outfits or anything else that makes you feel pretty. There are just a few simple rules:
1. Link up your pretty post.
2. Link back to my blog.
3. Visit other pretty peeps. That’s it! Let the fun begin. ‘);
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Getting my pretty on today with The Pleated Poppy, Because Shanna Said So, Stylelixir, Transatlantic Blonde, Create, Hope, Inspire, Rolled Up Pretty, Look What I Got, Aloha Friday, Long Distance Loving
Feb 4, 2013
When Pantone announced that emerald was the color of the year I thought “OK, cool. Nice color. Too bad I don’t own anything emerald.” I planned to pick up something in emerald this spring. But while digging around in my closet last week, I found this great top that I bought last year in the perfect shade of emerald.
[Shirt: Old Navy/Scarf: Old Navy/Jeans: MEK/Boots: Frye/Watch: New York & Co./Earrings: Rue 21/Bracelet: Target]
And here are some other emerald pretties I’d like to pick up.
Emerald Pretty
It’s Your Turn: Have you jumped on the emerald bandwagon yet? What’s your favorite way to wear this rich, versatile color?
Don’t forget to enter my Gallery boutique giveaway. You could pick up something pretty like this.
[Clover + Stone Necklace -$32]
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