Closet Creations

I know I've been getting worse at blog posts lately. I could blame the summer, work, etc but really its only my bank account. In the interest of trying to be a grown-up and not buy EVERY SINGLE THING I WANT, I've been re-wearing oldies but goodies. Now, I can't really complain. Thanks to all of my previous shopping I have tons of options...but its just not as exciting. Nothing like a shiny new object to perk a girl up.

Its made me get more creative, which is a good thing. Plus, we all know when I say I'm behaving its not like I'm not shopping. I'm just not listing it as my sole extracurricular activity! 

Jacket: Kulson // Top: J. Crew {similar here and here} // Skirt: Forever 21 {try this or this}

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Sunglasses: Asos // Shoes: Zara 

Madras Madness

Top: Vintage {try this} // Sweater: Theory 

// Skirt: Forever 21 {old, but love this Asos one in blue!}// Belt: Vintage Gucci

Nail Polish: Essie 'Blanc' // Bracelets: Oia Jules, J. Crew

Shoes: Converse {yep, still random hurt foot, bummer!} // Bag: Old Navy

Oops I Did it Again...

I was racking my brain trying to think of a title when the Britney song popped into my head...and now its probably in yours too{sorry!} Not only am I wearing the same jacket as Wednesday's post {not that scandalous} but {gasp!!} I'm also wearing the exact same color combination as I did in that very same post. Totally by accident. Apparently my memory is so short term that I can't even remember what I wore this week...or I just like the color combination.

Whether its a potential fashion rut on the horizon or not, its time to mix things up a bit more! 

Jacket: Zara {similar but long sleeves} // Top: Marc by Marc Jacobs {love this one}
// Pants: Zara {need these next}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Thigh High' 

Ring: Consignment // Earrings: World Market // Bracelet: Vintage from my Grandmother

Bags:  Forever21, 3.1 Phillip Lim // Jacket: H&M // Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo

Fashion Freedom

As much as I absolutely adore pretty much any and everything vintage, one of the few negatives from 'back in the day' were those pesky fashion rules. No open toes in winter! No white after labor day! And of course, NEVER pair navy with black. I'm not sure when exactly these rules went out the window, but no one bats an eye anymore these days if you break one of the 'cardinal' fashion sins of the past.

Do any of those rules still really exist? Maybe, don't wear white to a wedding, though I've seen that done and in rare cases encouraged. There are a lot more 'important' things to be thankful about living in present times --hello longer life expectancy...and technology of course-- but I still think our fashion freedom is something to be celebrated!

Sweater: 3.1 Phillip Lim {old but try this or this} // Skirt: Asos {similar here and here} // 

Jacket: H&M // Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim

Necklace: Baublebar {similar} // Nail Polish: Essie 'Wicked'

Heels: Zara {sold out online in black, but gold version here}

I've been lusting over these heels for ages, and finally scored on Black Friday for almost HALF off!

A Blank Canvas and a Work of Art

This necklace personifies the power of a statement piece. Its so spectacular that anything other than a plain white tee just seemed to distract from it. Granted, I still attempted to pull an outfit together, but it was all about neutrals to showcase this beauty.

Instead of piling on accessories, I kept it minimal (for me at least.) I tend to either be in bold colors, or all black, so this is a nice little palette cleanser. My mind is already all over anything and everything leather (real or faux), so you can expect to be seeing a lot more!

T-shirt: Old Navy // Skirt: Forever21 {similar in black from Asos} // Cuff: Forever21

Necklace: Lulu Frost 'Absinthe' Necklace {try this or this}

Nail Polish: Essie 'Fiji'

Shoes: Sam Edelman 'Yelena' // Toenail Polish: Face Stockholm 'Glowing Glowing Gone'

For the Love of Leather

I am obsessed with leather in any form, be it real or faux, natural or colored, I'll take one of each! This skirt just happens to be faux, as well as one of my favorite colors (if you can call nude a color of course.) It goes with everything AND it even has pleats. Literally the only thing that could make it better would be pockets.

Excuse me while I twirl again...

Blazer: Theory {similar} // Tank: Paige Premium Denim //
Sweater: Forever21 {similar}  // Skirt: Asos {adore this MSGM one}

Bracelets: J. Crew // Nail Polish: Essie 'Naughty Nautical'

Ballet Flats: Sam Edelman

Making a Statement

Its pretty obvious that I love a chunky chain necklace-- even if you've never met me! When I saw this one on BaubleBar I just had to have it, because lets face it, you can never have enough statement pieces. As an added bonus, its lighter than most of my similar necklaces, so no danger of back problems.

Its a perfect way to dress up a simple white tee so that its work appropriate, but still has character. Just because I'm wearing 'basics' doesn't mean I want to look it!

Blazer: Kulson {similar here and here} // Tee: Old Navy // Skirt: Forever21 {try this or this}

Necklace: BaubleBar // Bracelet: Forever21 {similar} // Nail Polish: Essie "Hip-Anema"

This necklace. I mean, I'm dying. So amazing!

Heels: Pour La Victoire

Dynamic Duo

There are lots of famous duos-- Peanut Butter and Jelly, Yin and Yang, Sonny and Cher -- but I think one of the most perfect is that of denim and leather. It can be ladylike one minute and then badass the next. Each material is so versatile on its own, so together they are unstoppable. Plus, it helps if you have at least 2-3 versions of each (in my world at least.)





Shirt: J. Crew // Tank: C&C California // Skirt: H&M {try this or this and I just bought this}
// Watch: Michael Kors Oversized Chronograph


Ring: Consignment Store {try this or this} // Bracelets: BaubleBar {try this}, J. Crew Factory
Nail Polish: Essie "Under Where?"


Necklace: Forever21{similar here and here}


Shoes: Naughty Monkey {try these or these}

Downtown Tuxedo

If you asked me which I loved more, twirly skirts or sparkly jewelry, you would never get a response because I could never choose just one. Button down shirts on the other hand are hit or miss with me. I have had this one for a couple years and rarely wear it, even though I like it in theory. 

It finally occurred to me to just add in my beloved skirt and jewelry, and voila, the shirt is back in rotation. While its great to successfully shop my closet, it also explains why its so hard for me to get rid of things...

Blouse: J. Crew {almost identical here} // Skirt: H&M {similar here and here} // Watch: Michael Kors Oversized Two-Tone Chronograph // Necklace: J. Crew {old but I love this, this and this from J. Crew}  // Bracelet: Spike the Punch {necklace worn as bracelet}

  

Tights: Hue {try Kate Spade or these Madewell ones on sale!} // Ballet Flats: Pour La Victoire {try these Kate Spade's or these Asos}

Rugby Chic

While  no rugby players I know (because I know so many right?) would wear metallic stripes, it still reminds me of the classic jerseys they wear. The pleated faux leather? Not so much...

I have three trench coats, each a different length, but I find myself always coming back to this classic one from J. Crew. It could make pajama pants look chic {and I don't mean those cute satin ones in style now.}

I just got the sweater last week at Forever 21 for under $20.00 and highly suggest you do the same.

Want to put the outfit in your closet? 

J.Crew trench coat / Oasis pleated skirt / French Sole FS/NY Women's Passport / Glam Glitter Jumper French Connection