Poncho Love

poncho (Julie Brown c/o), leggings ( SPANX see similar HERE & HERE), bag (Clare Viver, love this NAVY version, Clutch Version), flats (Loeffler Randall), rings (Shine on Vine, Anna Beck), watch (Daniel Wellington c/o)

This is my first rodeo with a PONCHO and I have to say I'm hooked.  They're super cozy and have a knack for slenderizing ya down on the bottom half because there's so much volume up top.  I did a little browsing and found some other ponchos I'd like to add to the collection (Exhibit A, Exhibit B)--feel free to peruse below.  Alright gang, taking the bunnies to the beach--soaking up our last few days of this gorgeous weather!  Y'all make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

The Print Mixer

beaded necklace (The Favery c/o), top (Loft), denim (Asos, Love THESE, THESE, THESE), heels (Zara, similar Cages), flats (Ann Taylor, other Leo's), bag (Michael Kors), jacket (HM c/o), watch (Cartier), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), bib necklace (INPINK c/o), shades (Gucci)

Wanna know how to breathe life into otherwise older pieces in your wardrobe (ie: this top, jeans, & flats)?  Pair those bad boys together in a somewhat unexpected way and toss some baubles around your neck and voila---new life, new rig!  At first glance it may seem there is quite a bit going on in this look, but I firmly believe black can anchor just about anything and streamline a look.  There's also no better or easier way to add freshness to a look than with some accessories. 

 On that note, I am absolutely loving this Beaded Necklace from the Favery.  The Favery is a private-sale site whose mission is to help accessorize every outfit with unique designer jewelry....seriously killer pieces!  And how great for us that The Favery is offering a s + s reader a chance to win a $75 gift card when you sign up to be a member of their stylish fashion community HERE.  And that's it--entry to win is easy as that--simply sign up HERE .   Giveaway is only open to US Residents and Must Be 18 years or older to enter.  Winner will be announced next Wednesday!

s + s photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem