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1.17.2013

Black Watch

I found this Black Watch plaid jacket on one of my many Target expeditions a few months back. I had been eyeing one from J.Crew, but because of the ratio of #'s of wear vs. price, it didn't really make sense. When I love a piece, but it's pattern or print is pretty distinct, it's not something that I will choose to wear very often, simply because it's too distinct. At $25, this blazer was at a great price point for me, plus the details were an added bonus. The pop of tangerine under the lapel and the seersucker print cuff lining sold me immediately. It's wool and warm, which I appreciate in the arctic temperatures we are having here in Dallas. This particular plaid is rather versatile since it has both navy and black, so I can play off either color. I'm having a love affair with navy and black right now, and can't believe that I didn't gravitate towards it earlier. Those age old "rules" of fashion, i.e. white after Labor Day, patent leather in the summertime, and black and navy is a no-no just don't apply to me anymore and I am so glad they don't!

Blazer: Merona Women's Tailored Blazer at Target

Top: J.Crew Blythe Blouse, color no longer available, but these bright colors are beautiful!

Denim: Ann Taylor Knit Denim Skinny Jeans - LOVE!

Heels: BCBGeneration via TJ Maxx for $23, similar here and here

Bag: Alexander Wang Emile

Necklace: J. Crew Factory Brass Plated Crystal Necklace

Bracelets: Kate Spade, vintage Hermes, Banana Republic, Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster, J.Crew Classic Pave' Link

Ring: Yochi Republic Ring

xoxo,

sarah

11.28.2012

Battlefield

So.... I need a vacation from my vacation y'all! I arrived back in town after a loooong day of flying and although my puppies were extremely happy to see me, they were also extremely needy and I got zero sleep that night. The past two days of work have been nothing short of a war zone, but that's what I get for stirring up business all week before I took off for paradise. I've felt a little beat up the past couple days, but as I'm writing I can feel the weight lifting off my shoulders a bit. This is my little piece of sanity, my happy place (here and the mall), so thank you all so much for giving that to me. It's great to be back!

Jacket: Zara (no longer avail.) similar styles here, here, and here

Blouse: J.Crew Blythe Blouse

Denim: The Limited (old)

Necklace: J.Crew Factory Brass-Plated Crystal Necklace

Bracelets: J.Crew Classic Pave' Link, Kate Spade

Bag: Alexander Wang Emile

Heels: Banana Republic Madmen Collection

9.21.2012

Staple

My number one go-to staple for just about every wardrobe situation is an off-white silk blouse. It makes any outfit look effortless and chic, and since I prefer mine to be a size too big, it's always comfortable for days when I don't feel like being buttoned up all day. I have a couple that I rotate between, which you've seen here on the blog several times. One is a button down with pockets and no collar from NY&Co. and the other is a very lightweight cotton button down with a collar from Old Navy. Bottom line, they were both less than $10 and through wear and tear are completely shot to shit.

Although I couldn't justify spending $200+ on a great silk shirt by Equipment or Joie, I did find this gorgeous option at Zara for $59.99. It has a lightweight fabric that you can't see through and the stud detail gives it a little shine. I am completely in love with it and am glad to have a replacement for the other two. I'll move them into my layering rotation and probably wear them until they turn into threads.

What is your go-to wardrobe item?

Blouse: Zara in black but white avail. in stores

Denim: J Brand

Bag: Alexander Wang

Heels: Christian Louboutin

Earrings: F21

Ring: H&M (old)

Bracelets: J.Crew, vintage Hermes, Kate Spade, F21

Necklace: West Avenue via Max and Chloe

Have a lovely Friday!

xoxo,

sarah

9.14.2012

Sammy Love

Have y'all heard of SammyDress.com? I got this email in my work inbox a few weeks back and it was a link to their website. The ad looked interesting enough, so I thought I would check it out. Low and behold it's the holy grail of cheap but chic F21 style fashion, but less expensive. Yes, really.

Now, I'm never a proponent of filling your closet with inexpensive garbage, but there are times when certain "low" pieces can be mixed with "high" ones. This jacket, for example was $8.98. It's not leather, it's almost the same material that liquid leggings are made from, from I totally dig the tight fit and the snake print. I also love the tough juxtaposition against my sweet mint skirt (last seen here)

I would definitely recommend you take a look at the site just to check it out. There are great styling pics for almost every outfit and they even have shoes and accessories.

***Disclaimer: I am not being paid to promote SammyDress.com (sadly) and the above comments are my own experiences and feelings.***

Jacket: SammyDress.com

Skirt: F21

Tank: Old Navy

Bag: Alexander Wang

Heels: Christian Louboutin

Necklace: H&M (old)

Bracelets: Ann Taylor, unknown

Watch: Citizen Eco Drive

xoxo,

sarah

8.17.2012

It's True What They Say...

Horizontal stripes definitely aren't slimming... but I don't care because guess what? I got this dress for free! That's right! Found it in the black hole, a.k.a. my fourth bedroom, that is filled to the brim with clothes that have yet to be organized and placed in a closet. I'm getting really good at this whole budgeting thing ;) Have a great weekend loves!

Dress: F21 (old), similar and probably fits better!

Vest: J.Crew Factory, similar

Wedges: Steve Madden

Bag: A. Wag

Belt: vintage Versace

Necklace: West Avenue via Max & Chloe

Bracelets: J.Crew, Kate Spade, vintage Hermes

xoxo,

sarah

7.31.2012

Leopard Lush

I came into my room a few days ago, exhausted after a long day of work, and I sh*t you not there lies no less than five pairs of leopard shoes in front of the mirror that I had vetoed earlier in the day. Five years ago, you couldn't have gotten me near anything animal print, simply because I felt it was best left to Fred Flinstone and middle aged cougars who were trying to hard. Now, I'm a full blown Animal Print Aficionado. I've got leopard flats, wedges, pointy toe pumps, peep toes, and booties. I've got belts of every size, shape, and hide. I've got gorgeous coats rescued from the bowels of Goodwill. There is a poor black and white cow who's been rolled into a pancake and is sitting underneath my coffee table. It's a little much, but it may as well be a pair of black trousers to me. It's a design staple, I wear it all the time, and it's going nowhere fast.