Fashion Find of the Day - On Sale!

So, it's technically spring outside but today I had a coat on and my nose was running so it's safe to say we aren't in the clear yet, Chicago...With that in mind, it is still time to be transitioning into spring trends and soon - summer!!I find this dress, from ASOS, is the perfect transition piece. Plus, it's on sale for $35! Wear it with a leather jacket to give it a little edge, a white blazer, a denim jacket for daytime or a white long sleeve under the dress for a work day. 

Palm Printing, People!

If you aren't wearing palm print, what are you even wearing? Ok, that might have been a smidge dramatic. All I'm saying is...it's in, it's cute and I'm on board. Try this print in a romper, dress, scarf or even on some decorative pillows! I've even seen this as a print, framed and hung on a wall for decor. Talk about versatile!

Happy Houndstooth and New Year

I recall, and might I add...very clearly...disliked houndstooth when I was a little girl. But, as my mother always told me, things are cyclical. And just like that...houndstooth is back and cuter than ever. This dress (from Target...get out, right?) is thick enough for a true northern winter outfit or worn alone for a southern "winter" day of 75 degrees. I paired this fab find with black tights, black pumps, a crisp white button up top and a tassel necklace. And of course, I topped off this outfit with red lips (NYX matte lip color). I'd suggest snagging this dress while it's available!

Layer It Up

This white button up shirt is my best friend, my soulmate. I wear it with just about everything. Now that it's "winter" (in the 80's here today, however), it was time to add a little dimension to my work dresses. Throwing this white top under my dresses make it feel like an entirely new garment! Not to mention, these colors are quite perfect for the holiday season.
Dress: H&M  Shirt: H&M  Necklace: Express  Watch: Michael Kors

It's So Black & White

One color combo trend that I'm all about...all the time...is black and white. I decorated my home in black and white and I love to work this pair of colors into my everyday wardrobe, too. It's such a classic look and it's hard to really mess up these two colors together. Here a some of my favorite black and white pieces out right now that are brilliant.
Sweater: J.Crew  Tulle Dress: Alice + Olivia  Shoes: ASOS  Pants: Michael Kors  Dress: Dorothy Perkins
 Bag: Michael Kors 

Floral & Flirty

I needed a little pick-me-up today. So, I did the only thing I know how to do...create an outfit that would take me from down in the dumps to up on cloud nine. This dress, by AnM, is the definition of feminine. It's floral, feminine AND flowy. To make sure I didn't compete with the fun dress, I chose these basic nude heels from Zara, a hot pink ostrich clutch from Target and these Charming Charlie rose gold bracelets. 

Lovely Layering

In order to wear some of the dresses/tops to work that I love, sometimes layering helps to make that possible. This purple dress, from Gap, is lightweight and perfect for work. However, why not add a little dimension to it by pairing it with a top? This top, from J.Crew, is the ultimate fix. The color and pattern and not over-powering and makes the dress even more office-appropiate. I topped this outfit off with some espadrilles from Aldo and some layered bracelets (vintage, Forever 21, Michael Kors).

This Teal's a Steal

This new teal dress from H&M (only $20!) is one of my new faves. In real life, this garment is actually a little emerald green than in this photo. Emerald green happens to be my favorite color...enough said. Since this satin dress is a solid, I was happy to pair it with some neutral color snakeskin t-strap heels and flashy jewelry. 

Fashion Find of the Day

This funky fresh dress is available on www.NastyGal.com and is on SALE. I love the white and royal blue together (the blue is my fave shade currently). Of course with it's slinky effect, you can't just roll into any venue with this on but how perfect for a fun night out of drinks and flirting? 

Finding Love in Loft

My girlfriend, Mary, LOVES Ann Taylor Loft so on our recent shopping trip, I tagged along into a somewhat unfamiliar land. Not only did I find this cute eyelet dress, but also a fabulous maxi. I love this black number...conservative enough for work but short enough to make me not feel blah. I paired this outfit with some espadrilles from Aldo (my faves). I kept the rest of the outfit simple (pearls, Michael Kors watch, Tiffany & Co. bracelet, Betsey Johnson sunnies).

Bargain in Blue

When I shop, I mean business. I'll shop anywhere as long as I'm finding items that I love. However, I do find myself spending an abnormal amount of time in H&M. I mean, they have everything under the sun that is fun and trendy...not to mention AMAZING sales. This dress, above, was $10 at H&M on sale. I'm totes serious. Like....10...dollars. Find these ivory slingback heels at Aldo.

Totally Tulle

After an (at the time) irrational tulle dress purchase back in college, I was bound and determined to find another time and place to sport this gem. So, I did what I always do. I wait until right before I am going to go to bed and I just stand inside my closet, looking around. This yellow blazer (H&M) just made sense. To keep it work appropriate, I didn't go for my tallest heels. Instead, I opted for these patent leather Franco Sarto dolls. To top it off, I did my fun bun. For accessories, I chose my hot pink ostrich clutch and my blinging studs. Ballerina or boss lady? Who said you have to pick one?

Classically Cool

My best friend Megan has a fabulously beautiful and trendy family so it only makes sense to broadcast it to the world. Her sister, Laura (above), is cool meets chic meets girlie. Laura is keeping it extra cool today in a J.Crew shirt over an easy breezy Forever 21 dress. She polishes off the look with Marc Jacobs sunnies and a little Moroccan oil to keep that gorgeous red hair looking smooth and tame. This is a perfect example of mix-matching your favorite separates to create a new look. Keep on rocking it, Laura.

Love in Lavand

Who says short girls can't wear mid-length dresses? Not me. Found this precious at my new favorite boutique, Lindsay Nicole (post to come), and received so many compliments on this fun dress. Paired with a belt and nude heels (not to distract from the bold colors and print), I was twirling around the office all day. Dress is Lavand. Heels are Jessica Simpson. 

Recycle Your Favorite Pieces

For all my NYC honeys...a Carrie Bradshaw-esqe way to wear a comfy grey sweatshirt 3 ways. Toss this Saint Laurent sweatshirt over a white Alexander McQueen dress for a comfy but cute day outfit. Mix this grey sweatshirt with Emilio Pucci stretch leather pants for an early evening look that will last into the night. For a last look, try the sweatshirt with a more feminine floral skirt, like this one by Dolce & Gabbana. Recycling is so trendy.

Boots, Scoot, Boogie

Finally making my first cowboy boot purchase, I was eager to start figuring out when I could debut them and what to wear with them. Luckily for me, I had just purchased this white lace H&M dress. I love the idea of pairing cowboy boots with a super feminine outfit. Make sure the dress isn't too long...this dress on is fairly short, allowing a bit of leg between the boots and hem. Jazz up the rest with a splash of color. Cowgirl up!

New to Neon

With a birthday celebration coming up, the perfect birthday girl outfit planning has begun. I'll need the perfect color for my freshly touched-up blonde hair, the perfect makeup that maybe I wouldn't try on any other Saturday night out, the perfect heels to make a statement but still be able to dance the night away and finally the perfect outfit to make me looking "birthday girl hot" but not too "hey, look...it's my birthday." Of course, I happen to have a new neon yellow blouse that may be the perfect solution. After doing a little research, it seems this neon yellow shade it quite popular among...well, the popular. Maybe I'll just have to give it a try. 

Baby, It's Getting Cold Outside

The degrees may be dropping, but my hem is rising. Everyone wants an excuse to wear some sassy ankle boots, right? Make this outfit realistic in the fall and winter with tights. To make these earrings noticeable, try a sock bun. Want a more Kardashian look? Rock that middle part with loose curls. It makes sense because this is a very Kourtney Kardashian look. Dress, Ankle Boots, Ring, Earrings, Clutch

Cocktail Season? Sure.

It's cocktail season...or did I just make that up? Ok, well for the sake of all of our favorite cutesy cocktail dresses, we will say there is a season for it and it's now. With that said, I want this dress and all of these girlie glam goodies that I've placed with it. These pumps bring out the metallic fun in the dress. The earrings  and clutch kick up the bling a notch. Top off this gorgeous outfit with the lipstick and some a spritz of this Givenchy perfume.  

Gold Rush

Silver is like our childhood best friend...we'll always love them, we hold them close to our hearts for life and we call them up in times of need. But, there is a (not so) new friend in town...gold. It took me a while to warm up to gold jewelry a few years back when it was making its big comeback but I'm a loyal fan these days. Whether it's just a touch of glittery gold in a shoe or dress or 100% glammed out gold in a clutch of booties, I love to love it.