Sleek & Sporty

look 1:  blouse (J.Crew extra 40% off with code GIFTNOW), jeans (Paige), heels (Zara see similar HERE), bag (Galian c/o), bracelet (Sylvia Benson c/o), watch (Cartier), shades (Gucci), ring (Anna Beck), necklace (J.Crew, how about this GEM, 30% off with GIFTNOW)

look 2:  blazer (Zara), sweater (GAP on SALE), blouse (J.Crew), sneaks (New Balance for J.Crew), jeans (Express), bag (Michael Kors), scarf (HM c/o), shades (Ray Ban), watch (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, David Yurman)

Hoping everyone had a wonderful Christmas, made out like gang busters in the prezzy department, & got in lots of good family time!  Ours was truly so very special (Exhibit A).  But onto the rig now shall we?  Sporting two totally different looks and yet both are very much 'me' and comfy to boot.  These Guys are current faves being heavily rotated with just about any and everything in my closet.  Makes for a perfect pairing with a silk blouse (loving THIS & THIS).  And then there's my uniform of choice, a blazer, a chunky knit, and sneaks---it's about as comfy and cozy as they come.  Enjoy your day, gang, make it a good one!

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Pop Your Black

jeans (Paige Denim), coat (J.Crew 30% off with GIFTNOW), sweater (HM c/o), blouse (J.Crew 30% OFF), sneaks (J.Crew sold out--love THESE ON SALE), bag (Michael Kors), ring (Lagos), watch (Cartier), bracelet (Sylvia Benson c/o), shades (Gucci)

So close.  I was sooooo close to almost having a head to toe black look--but I couldn't--something within me just had to toss on a splash of color.  Aside from black and white, truly not sure if there is a more classic look than head to toe black.  Why I never gravitate towards all black is beyond me because I love it on other gals.  

As mentioned in THIS POST, I am a huge fan of Paige Denim...they're coated numbers are serving up a major dose of versatility, too.  They're easily dressed up or down, with a blazer or tshirt, a chunky sweater or a silky blouse--limitless possibilities!  

Lastly, a few Giveaway updates---congrats to Erin Mussler for winning the SOLO DINER GIVEAWAY and a sincere thanks to all who participated!  Also, be sure to check out yesterday's Beginners Photography Class Giveaway--perfect for anyone who wants to learn to use their camera more efficiently and take better pics.  Alright gang, have a great weekend and stay warm--it is crazy frigid in the Bluegrass!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem