Ever wonder just how to make those ankle booties work in an outfit? Today on the blog, I have several looks I put together featuring a versatile (and practical) shoe: ankle boots. They are great for colder temps as a fall/winter staple. Also, sharing a couple recent jewelry additions to my collection! I got my booties from Shopbop my booties from Shopbop (which are currently on sale for under $100!), and now is the perfect time to invest in some if you are looking to add them to your Read More
Minimalism Style: Navy and Olive
Navy and olive are a combination I haven’t really reached for…until now. After being spoiled with unseasonably warm weather in Chicagoland, we were snapped back into reality with some temps in the 20s and 30s and that made me reach for my darker, winter-like color palette. I wore my Old Navy mid-rise sateen rockstar pants that I got last year (I own a pair in burgundy too, see here) along with this peplum-ish navy top to church. I added my handmade tassel necklace, which had similar colors to Read More
My Minimalism Style: Cut-Out Sweater for Spring
So evidently, I brought back some of that California weather back to Chicago. The day I flew home from some work travel, it was literally the same temperature at home as it was on the west coast. In February. WHAT?! And then that same week, we hit highs near 70 degrees! Totally not normal for February, but I took full advantage and put together an outfit for a girls night. And I didn’t even have to wear a coat. *Fist pump!* It was the perfect occasion to Read More
My Minimalism Style: Adding Warmth to a Black Outfit
Sweater (exact, ethically made option) Pants (old from The Limited, what I’ll buy once I wear these out) Booties (exact) Necklace (made by me!) Going for an all-black palette is an easy way to get dressed and get out of the house quickly. I wore this outfit to work and to church recently, and it worked well for both situations. Something about the monochromatic look is chic and effortless. And to warm it up, I added the cognac booties and simple necklace. And since Read More
My Minimalist Style: Camel Sweater, Cognac Booties
Sweater, old (great version here) // Jeans (exact) // Booties (exact) // Necklace (made by me!) I have several resolutions for 2017- from fitness & health to financial to style. And style-wise, I am trying to commit to a more minimalist wardrobe. I’ve been paring down my wardrobe (and other areas of our house) and man, is it freeing in a lot of ways. More on that later though. A big part of that process is figuring out what you dress for. So based on my lifestyle, I have three Read More
Mom Style #34 // Fall Fashion Basics
Vest: Old Navy {exact}- also comes in red buffalo plaid! Shirt: c/o Tapered Collection {exact} use this link for 20% off your purchase! Jeans: Madewell via Poshmark {similar} Boots: Splended c/o Shopbop {option, option} Tassel Necklace: Target {exact} What clothing items scream fall to me? Scarves, booties and definitely vests. I saw this black and ivory plaid print vest over a long weekend at Wisconsin Dells (recap coming this week!) and was immediately drawn to it. It’s a great layering Read More
March 2016 Clothing Budget
March 2016 Clothing Budget Mossimo Mid-Rise Jegging: $25 Gap Factory Always Skinny Jeans: $21 Nantucket Top via Mindy Mae's Market: $35 Gap Factory Perforated Booties (sold out): $30 (worn here and here) Banana Republic Factory Laser-Cut Dress: $30, regularly $100! Nike tee via Facebook group: $6 Nike Rival Shorts via eBay: $16 Gap Factory Spacedye Capris: $12 on clearance Gap Factory Blue Mesh Leggings: $18 in clearance Not pictured: Picked up two of these sports bralettes and Read More
Mom Style, Vol 8: Basic Style Staples
Earrings: c/o Uncommon Goods (exact) Jacket: Loft via consignment store (option, option) Striped Tee: Old Navy (option) Jeans: Madewell (exact) Booties: Gap Outlet (exact sold out, option) This week's "Mom Style" edition features some of my basic style staples: striped tee, jeans, cargo jacket and tan booties. Often times, I find myself incorporating at least one of these items into an outfit but today, I figured I'd do them all at once. Nothing terribly fancy here, but I still feel put Read More
