Zoom In On Your Style

Hello, All!

I’m back again this week with five ways to own your style. Here are some looks to give you inspo and maybe taking a second look at the things in your closet.

1. Have some favorite pieces

   I absolutely love this sweater. I wear it all year round. Since it’s super colorful, it goes with everything and adds a little fun to a look.

2. Make Cozy Look Chic

1. One thing I like to do is dress up a casual outfit. It doesn’t take too much. A cute pair of heels and jewelry really bring this fit up a notch.

3. Keep ‘Em Guessing

1. When it comes to my style, I really pull an outfit based on my mood. Also, being a true-blue Gemini, I could be in all black or in something super bright and colorful.

4. Play With Color

Have some fun with unexpected color combinations. I didn’t know where I was going with this outfit, but I loved the outcome.

5. Finish your look

1. For me you probably know by now, but a hat usually finishes my look. Find something in your wardrobe that feels like it’s yours. Search for the feeling that “oh this is my piece” that feels finished. Like I’ve said before, “hat” was my first word. I think I knew I’d end up a hat girl.

Have a wonderful day! I hope it brings something good your way!

Your Style & Making It Truly Yours

Hello there, Friends!

It sure has been a minute since I’ve been able to clear a second to spend some time here. Busy, busy. Having said that, I will get right to the point. I’ve been reflecting on style and what it means to each person. In the next couple weeks, every Monday (or maybe Tuesday), I am going to share a little insight into my own style. Here are three things that I have done maybe without even realizing it to find my most true vibe that makes me feel so comfortable in my skin.

1. Find your inspiration

   Start with any style icons that speak to you. For me my inspiration has a lot of range because I don’t feel like my look really fits in one box. For example, people like Iris Apfel, Blake Lively (oh leave her alone), Olivia Palermo, Coco Chanel, DVF, Mae West, and Jackie Kennedy. I think the fact that they are all so different really speaks to me.

2. Keep your eyes open

   Style and fashion are everywhere you look if you’re paying attention. Watch movies old and new. I know this will sound cliche but every time I watch The Devil Wears Prada or Confessions of a Shopaholic, or even something like Gentlemen Prefer Blondes I find myself with new inspiration in some way.

3. Don’t give a shit.

   I have always felt that to be the best version of you, you must first be honest with yourself. If you like a trend wear it! if you hate it, skip it. But most importantly, you cannot care what anyone else thinks. I mean I never have but being able to truly shine as your true self and truly lean into a look or style that feels authentic is so important. Be you always.

I’ve been working on this idea for this post for the last week. I will never stop being a cheerleader for other women and finding the style and vibe that works for them. Thank you for stopping by today and I look forward to bringing you more fast tips on articulating a style all your own.

May your Monday be short, your outfit making you feel good, and your coffee strong.

“I say dress to please yourself. Listen to your inner muse and take a chance. Wear something that says “Here I am” today!”

— Iris Apfel

The Transitional Secret Weapon

Now that my Fall Fashion post is officially out of my head, I can focus on the other fun fashion things.

This week, in “What I Pulled”…

As you probably know I’m a very busy Mama to a five and three year old. They are both in some form of school so my days start early. Which is exactly the way I prefer it. I’m completely ready for the day and have their lunches packed by 6:30 am. This requires an outfit that is really going to be able to hang in there all day and not make me want to light it on fire.

I’m not one to always be thinking of comfort when it comes to style but some days demand it. What I pulled for a busy day of school drop off/pickup, errands, cleaning my house and whatever else I may have done was both stylish and comfortable but also great for this transitional weather here in Southwest Pennsylvania.

One of my secret weapons for the transition into fall weather is black bike shorts. Not only are the possibilities endless with dressing them up or down, they are so cozy. Mornings right now are chilly so I grabbed a seasonally appropriate print to layer that was lightweight. I threw it on over top of my black bodysuit and bike shorts for an instant look. But, once it warms up (or you break out into an uncontrollable sweat from getting small children out the door), take it off and tie it! Still cute, still put together, and you aren’t dying of a heat stroke.

For the shoe, a bootie is my favorite for this time of year. These chunky heeled shoes are perfect for a look with cool tones like this one. Finish the look with silver accessories (cool tones, see?). To further talk about completing the look, I ACTIVELY tried to not wear a hat. I just couldn’t stop myself from wearing one. I’m a hat girl. Why hide who you are? Haha!

Here’s to hoping your week is fantastic and full of good things!