I'm a little bit obsessed with the Pajama Blouse right now. As in I want one for every day of the month. There is something about the month of December that makes me want to simultaneously wrap myself in gorgeous fabrics like soft silks,jewel-encrusted rings and velvet shoes while also being so comfortable I feel like I'm wearing loungewear. The pajama blouse can be all those things all at once. I purchased one in an emerald plaid pajama blouse from the most recent Shopbop sale and the idea of wearing it with a pair of loafers and jeans is quite perfect for a work at home day. Intropia Silk Pajama Blouse/NYDJ Sophia Flare Ankle Jeans/Jon Josef 'Gentry' Black Smoking Loafer (simliar)/Shein Black Horse Hair Covered Saddle Bag with Chain Strap (similar)/Romwe Silver … [Read more...]
Are You Mad for Holiday Plaid?
I am placing full responsibility on this red ruffled shirt for single-handedly getting me into the Christmas spirit. It also made me mad for holiday plaid. Now I just want ALL THE PLAID. I wore this easy combination on Thanksgiving and I loved it more than I thought I would. Initially when I bought the shirt and tried it on I felt it was too stuffy. Buttoned up all the way to the top to show off the ruffles was too staid. Pairing it with my velvet skinny pants felt too much like I was skipping Thanksgiving entirely and heading straight to Santa coming down the chimney. I decided to undo a few buttons and add some much needed sparkle with this J.Crew necklace I received as a birthday gift (SOLD OUT-similar). Pairing it with skinny ankle pants felt classic and enhanced … [Read more...]
Why You Should Work Out When You Travel
Holiday travel. Spring Break. Summer Vacation. Weekend Getaways. All times that you should remember to continue to work out when you travel. It's so easy to just say that when you travel for work you don't have time to work out. OK, sometimes that is the case. It's even easier to blow off your fitness while on vacation. I mean, you are there for R&R, not burpees, right? Except this. Here's why along with a few tips on what to pack and how I stay fit when I travel. While you can't see it, I'm wearing a black cowlneck sweatshirt, my black converse kicks and some killer Kyodan army green leggings I found at TJ Maxx for a total deal. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! An InLinkz Link-up Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Style Elixir/Style … [Read more...]
It’s a Wrap Dress
This wrap dress. No lie, I bought this green wrap dress years ago in a thrift store in LA with my bestie, E, and then I never wore it. Can I call it vintage Banana Republic now? Maybe it is all the Good Girls Revolt episodes I have been binge watching on Amazon. Seriously, check it out! Maybe it is the fact that I love a good wrap dress and feel that this one needs to have its day. Any way you look at it this classic wrap dress never goes out of style. The wrap dress works for date night too. Wear it at work. #workwearwednesday y'all. A word about those nude pumps. I bought them in the spring and love wearing them. They are 'Flex' by Michael Kors and are not sky high and super comfortable. I walked all over the city last week in them and was fine. They also … [Read more...]
Styling a Velvet Blazer
The velvet blazer. Swoon. Tailored, box-cut, boyfriend, cropped or anything in between; velvet is having a moment this F/W season. This one I purchased from a thrift store a few years back and love to break it out each fall. The Classic Look Blazer, gray or white shirt and jeans. Heels or booties complete the look. Ready for Work Gray ponte pants with striped turtleneck and black pumps make it work wear ready. Throw on a statement necklace for added glamour. Roll up the velvet blazer sleeves and throw on some moccasins for a more casual look. Navy Velvet Blazer (thrifted-similar/similar)/Old Navy Boyfriend Jeans (similar)/Merona Gray V-Neck Shirt (similar)/Nine West Wine Pumps /Vintage Rhinestone Bracelets (old-similar, similar) … [Read more...]
The Moto Jacket 3 Ways
This fall I am all about my newest moto jacket. I wear it almost daily and it goes with so much. I had to share a few of my latest moto jacket looks- The Moto Jacket 3 Ways. First Look I feel like this look is easy, can be worn while out running errands or on the weekend. I love just throwing on the moto jacket for warmth and topping off the stripes with a leopard scarf. Second Look This athleisure look has a pop of color in the red purse. I added my black pebbled Converse sneakers and black sunglasses to complete the look. This dress I found at Marshall's last week by Philsophy and it is a super luxe feeling cashmere knit. Perfect for fall weekends. I might pair it with black booties to dress it up later. Third Look This was a … [Read more...]
Cozy Date Night
Once in a while the stars align and H and I get a surprise date night. It happened last Saturday when all three girls had sleepovers and we were suddenly alone. It was brisk and windy outside and all signs pointed to a cozy date night with some Netflix and chill. Instead we ventured out for a few drinks, a little dinner and actual conversation followed by us cramming handfuls of popcorn into your mouths as we watched 'The Girl on the Train'. I knew that my newest cozy sweater, my latest leather jacket, skinny jeans and booties were all I wanted to wear that night. TWO Vince Camuto Eyelash Sweater- Marshalls (similar)/Just Black Adorra Denim /Sam Edelman Suede 'Petty' Booties/BlankNYC Faux Leather Jacket/WhoWhatWear Clutch (old-similar) More Date Night Looks … [Read more...]
Rally Ready-What I Wore
Rolls Royce Dawn: WAPA Rally 2016. Source: Victoria Mason Getting WAPA Rally ready means finding an outfit that I'm comfortable in all day and not just sitting and looking pretty. It is a day of climbing in and out of SUV's, small cars, luxury sedans and trucks. No skirts allowed. Heels? I don't know how some women do it. I have to plan and this pack for an overnight which means picking out a look that both feels and looks good all day long. No heels tripping me up or getting caught running boards allowed. After thinking it over I knew I wanted flats, fitted denim and a loose top that I could layer my vegan leather jacket over the top. Jewelry is tough. I don't want things getting caught up in my lanyard or bracelets and rings getting in the way of driving and all … [Read more...]
Fall for Pink and Yellow
Pretty in pink and yellow. Pink and yellow for fall? Oh, indeed. Every new season comes with a different set of color combinations. Rust and pale blue are hot right now. Fall 2016 has plenty of them to be sure, but the stand out to me this year is pink and yellow. I'm in love with this combining of a soft, plush pink tone with a saturated yellow that brings to mind number 2 pencils. Adding dashes of black and brown hues really makes the look stand out. What's your favorite color combo for fall? Using this wooden flat bead necklace in black and animal print flats adds an almost tribal flair to an otherwise prim look. Pink Pleione Top (similar)/Yellow Jeans (old-similar)/J.Crew Factory Flats/Black Wooden Necklace (old-similar)/Cognac Wristlet (similar) You Don't Want to … [Read more...]
What I Wear When Staging a Flip
Some of you may know that H and I renovate, aka "flip" homes, together. We love experimenting with different decor styles such as adding decors like Revolutionary War Flags to give a house its own unique character. It mixes a lot of things we love about real estate together and we make it a family business. Actually, I would say we make it a community business as we work with friends and neighbors as often as we can. I believe that when you turn a tired home into a gem again with the help of contractors and swimming pool builders, it is a community service on some small level. That being said when all the furniture and hybrid flooring is done it is time to stage the home for sale. That's one of my biggest jobs and while I like to be practical I also like to feel professional to some … [Read more...]