Monday, March 10, 2014

Pleat Your Shorts




shorts (J.Crew), sweater (J.Crew), blouse (J.Crew thrifted c/o Sassy Fox--LOVE THIS MINT BLOUSE paired with these shorts, too), heels (Zara no longer avail, dig this Gray/Metallic Pair), necklace (Maya Brenner), ring (Lagos), watch (Cartier)

This look started with these Crepe Shorts--just adore their fit.  Relaxed & pleated, these silky lovelies are gonna prove to be a versatile little pair this spring/summer.  I loved them so much, in fact, that I snagged a navy pair as well which I def intend to pair with my navy blazer for a daytime work look.  

Have to give a couple of shout(s) out today--one being to Miss Tiffany Mitchell.  If you spotted this Instagram, you know we are planning on a little collabo here in a few weeks.  We decided to do a little test run and have a fun photog sesh at one of her (and now my) fave spots in Lexington, National Boulangerie (thanks gang for letting us ransack your joint)!  Make sure you all check out Tiffany's blog offbeat + inspired, kid is a crazy talent--just adore her!

Second shout goes to Better Homes and Gardens and YOU!  Found out late last week that s + s was editor's choice for the BHG Blogger Awards in Fashion/Beauty--which means WE WON, gang!  I truly, truly cannot thank you all enough for the support, tweets, posts, votes, etc--I am EXTREMELY grateful to say the least--sincerest Thanks, gang!  Make sure to check out the Other Winners--goodins' indeed! Alright kids, gotta get back into the swing of things after my wonderful weekend in LA--y'all make it a great one!

photos courtesy of Tiffany Mitchell
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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Sweats are the New Sweats




 pants (Target in store, love this VERSION), jacket (Zara see Similar), tshirt (Adidas), sneaks (New Balance), bag (Linea Pelle--ADORE THIS), watch (Cartier), ring (Lagos, Anna Beck), bracelets (Sylvia Benson), cuff (Morton James, Lexington KY), shades (Ray Ban)

I swear (I think), I will not make y'all suffer through another look with these sweats.  On the flip side, what kinda gal would I be if I didn't showcase an item that clearly gives you crazy bang for your buck and is pretty dang versatile (see HEREHEREHERE)?  Ridiculously comfy, surprisingly more polished than you'd think, I'm simply crazy for SWEATS.  What other article of clothing can you dress up, down, wear with flats, heels, sneaks, sleep in, dance in, eat in, let it all hang out it in?  Seriously, I can't come up with one--so why not wear the hell outta them...alright gang, make it a good one--thanks for stopping by!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem






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Monday, March 3, 2014

Stripes Go Graphic




blouse (J.Crew on SALE), blazer (Express old, OBSESSED WITH THIS), jeans (JBrand), belt (Target), heels (Kate Spade), clutch (Kate Spade), ring (Anna Beck, Lagos), watch (Cartier), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o), shades (Gucci)

May I preface this little blurb with the fact that it was crazy windy near this row of stables so apologies for the unruly 'do (probably shouldn't have posted that last shot, but whatevs)!  I wore the upper half of this look to Work with Bubblegum Pink Pants several weeks ago and knew I wanted to give it a run with some Boyfriends.  Perfect for dinner with the gals or even a date night, this graphic black and white combo is both modern and fresh while also crazy comfy.  Definitely plan on pairing this upper half with Red Pants or even keeping her classic with black slacks and a pop of Blue.  Many a possibility with this little graphic number!  Alright gang, make it a good one!

SHAMELESS PLUG ALERT:  only 2 more days to vote for the Better Homes & Gardens Blogger Awards and then I promise I'll zip my trap--a HUGE thank you to the votes received thus far--appreciated more than you know!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem
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Black & White Does Casual






jacket (Banana Republic sold out, see PARKA stripes HERE, trench stripes HERE, scalloped stripes HERE), dress (J.Crew on SALE), clutch (Kate Spade how adorable are these STRIPES), flats (J.Crew adore these Perforated Metallics), cuff (Morton James Lexington KY), watch (Cartier), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o), shades (Ray Ban)

I had a serious case of the giggles in these pics---no doubt KT and I were trash talking like sailors or cursing at  the weather or something (we tend to get a little slap happy during our pics).  Anyhow, I've been on a big black & white kick this winter and this little rig is no exception. For me when I opt to go B&W, I just need a slight element of interest--here the gingham and rugby stripes fit the bill just fine.  Add a striped trench and some metallic heels and I'm a happy chap.  Alright kids, I am slammed out the wazoo today--gotta jet but thanks for stopping by.  Make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem
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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Black & Blue







jeans (Paige Denim c/o Morton James, Lexington KY), jacket (BB Dakota, see similar HERE), tshirt (J.Crew, Similar), flats (Sole Society c/o), shades (Michael Kors), tote (Michael Kors), cuff (Morton James, Lexington KY), watch (Cartier), bracelets (Sylvia Benson c/o), ring (Lagos, Anna Beck)

A color combo I've loved for quite a bit now---black & blue.  These PERFORATED FLATS kinda set the tone for the rest of this rig.  There's just something very clean and modern about the combo and not to mention, it's pretty classic as well.  I've touted my love of the Edgemonts HEREHERE, and HERE, rest assured this denim version I snaked from Morton James in Lexington is no exception.  I've had them for two weeks and I've easily worn them five times if not more (Exhibit A & Exhibit B).  

Alright gang, I'm off bright and early to Columbus for work so I need to scoot---friendly little reminder to check out the Better Homes & Gardens Blogger Awards.  Yours truly is nominated under the Fashion/Beauty category, and considering sister is up against some very well deserving heavy hitters, sure would love and more importantly appreciate your support (sidenote, you DO NOT have to post to your FB page, simply hitting the VOTE button does the trick--you can do it on the daily like I force my family to do)!?&^%   Thanks for stopping by--make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem
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