Leo Gets Casual

tee (Chico's c/o), jacket (HM see similar HERE love this NAVY Version), shorts (Levis's, Urban Outfitters, see similar HERE), belt (Morton James), sneaks (Converse), bag (Louis Vuitton), cuff (Similar), ring (Kendra Scott, lagos, Anna Beck), necklaces (Target x 2, try doubling up THIS), boyfriends (JBrand), ballets (Loeffler Randall, Omar + Elsie, avail online HERE)

I’m a bit of a broken record when it comes to chatting about Leopard,  my love for it, how it’s a neutral, yada yada yada.  But when you have a love for something that never disappoints, always adds a little something to your look, and essentially goes with any and everything, well, I think it warrants some repetition!

So let’s chat about the versatility of this Leopard Tee shall we now?  You all know I like to tomboy up just about anything and adding a pair of denim cutoffs,  a khaki cargo jacket, and some sneaks will toughen up the Leo just right.  Adding some Boyfriends, some chunky baubles, and a pair of Printed Ballets still keep the Leo casual but add a hint of femininity as well which I’m always a fan of.  I also envision topping the Leo with a brightly colored blazer and a high waisted skirt for a lovely work look.  What do you all think of the dual animal print?  At first I was a bit on the fence as the prints don’t mirror one another, but I kinda dig the quirk of pairing two prints---the key I believe it to keep it subtle. 

Just a little random sidenote as I know many of us are traveling quite a bit this part of summer (I’m actually already prepping, aka shopping, for a Brazil trip in the fall)—may I suggest outfits such as these for your trips, the versatility of the Leo will carry you through your travels and indeed make any Destination Fabulous!  Alright gang, make it a good one…enjoy your week!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Classic with a Twist

jeans (DL1961 on SALE), tank (Target), heels (Rebecca Minkoff ), necklace (J.Crew), ring (Kendra Scott similar UNDER $25), bag (Louis Vuitton), watch (Tag Heuer), ring (Anna Beck), shades (Ray Ban)

Can't get much more classic than jeans & a tank/tee.  Habitually, I tend to go for color when getting dressed, but sometimes it's nice to opt for the classics.  With that being said, I just couldn't help myself and had to toss on these Leopard Rebecca Minkoff Heels (then again, in my book leo is always a classic).  Sidenote, we've got some good sales going on with the upcoming holiday.   These DL1961's have been a constant since purchasing them earlier this year--major sale on these pups--so much so, I may have snagged a second pair because I literally wear them ALL of the time!  Another major 4th sale is Shopbop's.  Check out some of my current sale craves below.  Make it a good one & cheers to a Happy 4th of July !

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

A Printed Dress





dress (Mara Hoffman), shoes (Tracy Reese), bag (Kate Spade LOVE THIS), necklace (Maya Brenner), cuff (unknown), rings (Anna Beck & Kendra Scott, SIMILAR), shades (Gucci)

If you follow s + s on Instagram you may have already seen me sport this Mara Hoffman lovely (whom I'm obsessed with btw, but more on that later) to Churchill Downs the other afternoon to kick off Derby week--ps:  big Thanks to America's Best Racing for hosting a lovely day at the track.  I had such a great time with Danielle placing some bets & gabbing away.  While most ladies will sport something very bright, cheery, and girly to the track--I wanted to switch it up by sporting a more modern dress but still having that element of lady with the tea length. 

 So back to Mara Hoffman--ummm, I want it all!  From the bikinis to the beach cover ups--the prints which are both modern & feminine are my absolute fave.  Make sure to check out some of my picks below. 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

 

A Trendy Classic

dress (Zara), jacket (HM, see Similar), shoes (Belle by Sigerson Morrison), bag (Michael Kors), watch (Cartier), ring (Kendra Scott), bracelets (J.Crew), shades (Ray Ban)

Part trendy for the black & white and yet all the way classic with the black & white, the stripes and khaki anorak.  That's basically what had me sold with this dress is its ability to be current and yet still be classic all at the same time.  Quite important when choosing your frocks if you ask me!  You all make it a good one--I am actually MOVING this weekend (still in Lexington) and therefore my list of TO DOs today is quite insane...Can't wait to get all settled in the new nest!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem