Stripe the Flare

turtleneck (GAP ONLY $8 with code SAVE), bells (Marc Allison see similar HERE & HERE), trench (SIMILAR 30% with code SAVE), heels (Kate Spade ON SALE), bag (Clare Vivier), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

Deal of the dang day A L E R T--this TURTLENECK IS $8 with CODE SAVE!!  Is there really any more for me to write other than it pairs perfectly with a pair of FLARES?  Toss on a classic TRENCH and you have a timeless look that will carry you through a slew of occasions!  Alright gang, cheers to a good Tuesday--keeping her short and sweet today b/c my list is terribly overwhelming but I'm taking it one thing at a time...make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Navy & White, Navy & White

blouse (Aunt's vintage blouse from 70's), blazer (aqua, Bloomingdales sold out, see similar HERE and under $100 option HERE), pants (GAP sold out, love THESE and obsessed with THESE), necklace (Sole Society c/o dig THIS BIB), heels (Kate Spade on SALE), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o), bag (Michael Kors), watch (Cartier), rings (David Yurman, Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

Morning, Gang!  Last night started out as your typical school night with two tykes---homework, dinner, bathtime, mini dance party, the usual routine--but then, you get that call from your best gal, Ashley, who offers to pay you a visit with cocktails in tow (because no Southern gal shows up empty handed).  Then Ashley multiplies into one of my other faves, McKayla, and well--let's just say, this post could have been much more interesting had I chosen to configure it at 1 am when I finally called it a night.  Total gab sesh, listening to jams, "admiring" the fact that my Xmas tree is still up (gasp!  yepper--you know my dirty little secret--cut me some slack would ya, I've been traveling out the wazoo--but honestly, my girlfriends intervened last Jan 31 and took it down for me because quite frankly, a Valentine's tree just isn't cool).  It is hands down, aside from laundry, my most hated thing to do--who's with me?  

Enough of that nonsense--happy to be bringing you a fun little work look showcasing yet another one of my "Aunt Me Downs".  This blouse is Morey's from back in the day and I thought the delicacy of it would be a perfect counterpart to these graphic Gap Pants (love THESE TOO).  You truly, truly cannot go wrong with navy--I swear it complements any and everyone and also pairs so beautifully with so many colors--a fave hue indeed!  Alright gang--gotta get my workday in full swing---y'all make it a great weekend and stay warm--5 degrees in the Bluegrass (shoot me)!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Stripes Squared

skirt (Zara ON SALE), shirt (J.Crew see SIMILAR), blazer (J.Crew), heels (Kate Spade), bag (Michael Kors), cuff (unknown), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o), rings (Anna Beck, Lagos), shades (Gucci)

Giving y'all a double dose of one of my fave prints (aside from leopard).  This Neoprene Striped Skirt from Zara was on my radar for quite some time and for the price point, I knew I had to snag it.  I also think it would look super cute with a relaxed white tshirt, black leather jacket, and a gaggle of gems around the neck.  Sported this look a few weeks back for work when we had a warm streak and thankfully, since it's frigid as all get out, it will transition beautifully into the spring.   Alright gang, stay warm and make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Holiday Sparkle

dress (available at Chan Luu c/o Morton James of Lexington), heels (Kate Spade), clutch (ASOS on SALE under $40!), ring & belt turned HEADBAND (vintage, Street Scene of Lexixngton), tights (Target), necklace (Maya Brenner), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o)

A little holiday inspiration for what is sure to be a weekend filled with lots of celebration and cheer.  It's funny, this style dress I typically don't gravitate towards; however, when I spotted it at Morton James, what with the color and flowy fit, I knew I had to sport it!  For those of you both local and non, Morton James is a fab new boutique in the heart of Chevy Chase in Lexington.  It is all about Boho-Glam and the decor alone will have you swooning.  Couple that with the owner, Halie, whose eye for style is so damn spot on (I have a girl crush indeed), and you've got a boutique that is curated impeccably!  I highly recommend you swing on in because they've got a lovely selection of holiday glitz & glam (along with cozy sweaters, denim, and leather for days)--they'll also ship out so non-Lexingtonians don't fear!  And how 'bout me getting all crafty---my headband is actually a vintage belt!  Go figure!  Just a little reminder to continue to think outside the box with the details.  Alright gang, I am wrapping up my work week so it has already been crazy busy (at Toys R Us at 6 am this morning snagging a few last minute stocking stuffers--that's IT--I AM DONE, damnit)!!!!  Make it a great one and enjoy your weekend!  Oh and one last tidbit...huge congrats goes to Kristeen Owens for winning the Beginners Photography Class session--it was a great turnout and lots of good feedback, so as a Thank You, Beginners Photography Class is offering 15% off NOW THRU SUNDAY with coupon code SEERSUCKER--so for all of you in need of last minute Xmas gifts, this is a goodin!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Ladylike Leather

skirt (Asos 10% off), blouse (LOFT see Long Sleeved Dots HERE), bag (Galian c/o LOVE this EMERALD), heels (Kate Spade), necklace (Sheer Addiction c/o), watch (Cartier), shades (Gucci), ring (David Yurman, Anna Beck)

Little balance of soft vs hard going on here.  Here's the thing I'm loving about this SKIRT, it's giving me the perfect mix of feminine vs edge.  Y'all know I can only do edge so far without looking like a complete moron so this faux is the ideal combo for me.  And while my love affair with BLACK & BLUE still carries over from last year, she may take a little back burner to black & emerald green.  Since snagging this tote at FABB, I've paired it with a boatload of looks (see MY FAVE HERE).  So there's my personal rec, if you're looking to add a hue into your winter arsenal, why not take emerald on for size?  Make it a good one, gang...cheers to a wonderful weekend!

photos courtesy of The Photography Boutique

Orange Delight

 jacket (Rebecca Minkoff, Bib + Tuck c/o), jeans (JBrand, see similar), heels (Kate Spade), tshirt (J.Crew), bag (Michael Kors), bracelet (Stella & Dot), rings (David Yurman), watch (Cartier), shades (Michael Kors)

Kinda had to sport this color combo with Halloween right around the corner---also tried a little orange & polka dot action HERE for work today.  And while I'm digging this color combo quite a bit--I'm digging where I snagged this Rebecca Minkoff Becky Blazer from even more.  May I introduce you to Bib & Tuck...... 

Basically you have two super chic gals coincidentally both named Sari who were, like most of us girls, avid fans of swapping clothes with one another while in college in an effort to save some jingle.  Well, they decided to take this concept, thank heavens, to the rest of the world and have curated an insane collection of closets for us to shop from at a silly (and by silly I mean so dang good) price point!  Think shopping the closets of Mara Hoffman, Alicia Lund from Cheetah is the New Black, and my latest girl crush who I just adored while at Lucky Fabb, Verena Von Pfetten.  I was fortunate enough to have snaked the Rebecca Minkoff blazer above along with a gorgeous white DVF frock.  I'm seriously obsessed with this concept and clearly so is Refinery29, Marie Clare, & Vogue as they've been featured in all three!  Make sure you take a gander at Bib & Tuck, think you'll be pretty pleased you did!  Make it a good one, gang!

photos courtesy of PFunk Studios

Dueling Stripes

jeans (JBrand), coat (Banana Republic Monogram, alternatives HERE & HERE), top (Loft), bag (Linea Pelle c/o), heels (Kate Spade on Sale), bracelet (Stella & Dot), watch (Cartier), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

 All of my fave elements are occurring in this rig.  You've got the stripes (duh), a laid back vibe thanks to some Frayed Boyfriends, a touch of femininity with Metallic Heels, and then the Piece de Resistance--a gorgeous Raspberry Satchel.  I literally could wear this look everyday--substituting the heels with some Flats if in mom mode.  Hope y'all had a lovely Labor Day Weekend--I certainly did!  Make it a good one.  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem   

Short & Sweet

dress (Library by Lauren Lail c/o), heels (Kate Spade ON SALE), necklace (Sole Society c/o), bracelet (J.Crew), watch (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck)

How sweet is this little number from Library by Lauren Lail?  A little shorter than I tend to gravitate towards, it's soft palette, silky fabric, and peter pan collar sweeten the deal and add a boatload of femininity--therefore, making the length secondary for me.  I'm also looking forward to pairing her with some black opaque tights and chunky heels once it cools down for a little dose of soft & edgy.  

My youngest starts back to school today so I have to scoot---cheers to a fantastic Wednesday, gang--Make it a good one!   

Oh and PS--a huge congrats goes to Alicia Cadigan.  You my dear are the winner of the Elaine Turner Giveaway!  A sincere thank you to all who participated---we've got some good giveaways coming up so stay tuned!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem