A Statement Piece

 

 

 

 

 Sunglasses: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Ear Cuff: Jennifer Lopez; Link Bracelets: Dana Buchman; Hammered Bangle: Unknown (gift); Watch: Guess; Top: Rock & Republic; Boyfriend Jeans: Gap; Studded Pumps: Aldo

I love to make a statement!

Whether it's a witty (sarcastic?) statement that comes out of my mouth on a daily (hourly?) basis or throwing on something eye catching. I was out shopping months ago and came across these boyfriend jeans from Gap. I love them. They have a different fit from my other boyfriend jeans and had no distressing, either. I tried them on once I was home and my boyfriend was not impressed.  He thought they were "too boyfriend." I told him I'd prove him wrong. I believe my statement was "Studded heels and a cute top. That's all you need and those boyfriend jeans will be transformed, you watch!"

On another outing, I came across this Rock & Republic top and saw the statement "So Over It." I loved it. It had perfect attitude and I knew it would be great with a low slung jean. I also spotted these cool Jennifer Lopez ear cuffs and figured, "Well, it's a statement piece." And off to the register I went.

As we all know, I love a pop of color (you know, something that draws the eye in). One of my perfect pair of heels for this reason alone is my cobalt blue studded/spiked heels from Aldo. Those heels are a statement in themselves.

Facial expressions are also a great statement. I'd be a horrible poker player. It is clearly evident what I am thinking and feeling by looking at my face at all times. But sometimes it is fun to hide your expression with a large pair of shades. I have Vera Wang to thank for this.

When I was shooting the pics for this blog, I was at a park and was consistently being passed by dog walkers and joggers alike. Some glanced over while others stared, neither of which bothered me. I had made a statement. And I think it was a pretty good one.

Liz

I Have Nothing To Wear

 

 

 

 

 

 Beanie: Forever 21; Tee: American Eagle Outfitters; Cardigan Sweater: Elie Tahari for Designation: Jeans: Old Navy; Ring: Juicy Couture; Ballet Flats: Rock & Republic

"I Have Nothing To Wear"

I love this tee shirt. I was out with my boyfriend shopping a while ago and came across this tee from American Eagle Outfitters and I said, "I have to buy this! It's so true!"

He looked at me like I was crazy.

Fashion is fun. I can't state that enough. What better tee shirt to showcase on a fashion blog than one with that statement?

Also, I was wanting a simple, casual look for this blog. Currently I am out of town, in Minnesota to be exact. And it's cold here! However, I took advantage of the "heat wave" today (30 degrees! Woo Hoo!) to throw on this fab Elie Tahari for Designation cardigan sweater over my tee and jeans.

I also decided to free my feet from wearing boots for weeks and slipping them into these fierce ballet flats from Rock & Republic (bought them a while ago...still love them)!

Other than combating the cold, I also have freezing winds to deal with. What better way to fight it than with braided hair and a black beanie from Forever 21? Perfect!

Sometimes my most favorite outfits (like this one) are the most simple: No bells and whistles (or sequins and gorgeous heels, for that matter).

Next time you are running errands or meeting a friend out for a bite to eat, remember that it doesn't need to take you a half hour to an hour to find the perfect outfit (believe me...it can happen)! Check the weather ~ that is ultra important. Being fashionable doesn't mean having to be too hot or too cold. Remember that layering is always easy (you can always add a layer or peel one off). Grab some of your favorite accessories. Throw your hair in a bun, scarf or hat if you are having a bad hair day (or combating brutal winds!) and jeans are always a great go-to, as they can be dressed up or down.

Voila!

You now have something to wear.

Liz

Step Into My World...Or At Least My Closet

My closet is my happy place. If I am feeling down or having a "blah" type of moment, I walk in my closet and take a deep sigh of relief. My closet is full of all textures and colors. It is filled to the brim with accessories (we all know I'm an accessories type of girl) and clothing that ranges from mini skirts and wide leg trousers to sequined tanks and cable knit sweaters. Every item has it's place and I wouldn't have it any other way.

How often do you find yourself thinking you had an item in your closet and you spend a ridiculous amount of time searching for it, getting mad when you cannot find it and then proclaiming you have nothing to wear because your closet is all haphazard? I'm sure it has happened to all of us at least once in our lives. Wouldn't it be easier to open or walk into your closet, step back, scan it quickly and piece together an outfit from head to toe? We all know the answer to this: YES!!!

I have a visual merchandising background, so it goes without saying I treat my closet as a display case. I show off my shoes, I have some necklaces hanging and pretty brooches on a mini body form. My hats are neatly lined up on a shelf and my clutches are displayed on a small bookshelf. I have my sunglasses on a mirrored tray and just tried out a new way to house my denim. I have a hanging organizer in my closet and I decided to roll up each pair of jeans and place them in the organizer, throwing in colored denim as extra pops of color against the normal blue. It looks great and holds all my denim (like I mentioned in my previous post, I have a lot of denim). I can walk right into my closet, and know that my tops are organized by sleeve length and color. My skirts and pants are hanging in separate sections and my sweaters are folded in drawers. I know exactly where to look for a specific item and I never have to worry about not finding an item. It's a "stress free" zone.  It's my happy place, because it suits me. I have made it as functional as it is fabulous.

Printed Blouse: Catherine Malandrino for DesigNation; Skirt: LC Lauren Conrad; Tights: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Pumps: Guess

 

 

Printed Blouse: Catherine Malandrino for DesigNation

 

 



Fit To A Tee

Hello again! Well, I am sad to say that Fall Fashion Week is now over, but how much fun is it to be able to see all the upcoming Fall trends through the eyes of hundreds of fashion designers around the world? I hope everyone enjoyed my reviews on my favorite designers and enjoyed the photos of my most favorite designs in each collection reviewed.

Moving on to this week's blog...

I am a jeans and tee shirt kind of gal. Now, I enjoy a flirty little skirt and the feel of a silky button down blouse. I can rock a blazer and feel powerful in a sleek black suit. I lounge around the house in my PINK sweatpants but can throw on a stunning dress (with heels in tow, of course!) and go on a date. All in all, I enjoy a vast array of fashion, but my go-to outfit? Jeans and a tee.

I love all jeans. I own boot cut, skinnies (LOVE my skinnies), boyfriend, flare, moto, crop and straight leg jeans. Once I pick those out, I go for my tee shirts. I have plenty, in fact, too many to count. Solid color ones are good to have, but I prefer printed tees. I have some from Gap, Bebe, Hard Rock Cafe and others from Kenneth Cole and Juicy Couture and even from New York's Fashion's Night Out. As soon as I choose the tee that suits my attitude for the day, I grab the appropriate shoe (ballet flats or heels), handbag or clutch and a ton of jewelry. I love accessories, so 9 out of 10 times I will grab a hat or scarf as well!

One of the greatest designers in history, in my opinion, Karl Lagerfeld, designed a collection for Impulse (sold at Macy's) a couple years ago. His collection featured designs of all kinds, yet one design in particular caught my eye. A few tees featured a likeness of him and I'm sure it goes without saying that I bought them faster than you can say "Chanel." One way I love to wear printed tees is with a blazer. It takes the look up a notch, yet it is still playful. Another great way to dress up a tee is with chunky necklaces, either worn alone or layered on top of each other.

Though tees go with jeans like Dolce goes with Gabbana, you can wear tees with other options. Do you have a leather pencil skirt? Throw on a tee shirt with it! A long Summery maxi skirt? Why not? I just bought an adorable Joe Fresh fringe sequin skirt in cream and I cannot wait to pair it with a white tee this Summer.

Bottom line: Just have fun! Forget any "rules" you have heard or read about. If it looks good, suits your personality and makes you happy, than go for it. Try something new. If you are too concerned with trying out a new look in public, invite a friend over! Or take a selfie and send it to your best friend and ask his or her opinion. Your true friends will never steer you wrong and maybe by doing this, you can inspire others to have fun with fashion as well.

 



Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes; Earrings: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Tee: Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse; Blazer: LC Lauren Conrad

Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes; Earrings and Clutch: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Tee: Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse; Blazer: LC Lauren Conrad; Watch: Guess; "Fearless" Bracelet: BCBGeneration; Clover Bracelet: Heidi Klum for Bebe; Rhinestone Bracelet: Swarovski; Boyfriend Jeans: Gap; Studded Pumps: Aldo 

 

Earrings: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes

 

Rhinestone Bracelet: Swarovski; Watch: Guess; Clover Bracelet: Heidi Klum for Bebe; Clutch: Simply Vera Vera Wang

 

Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes; Earrings: Simply Vera Vera Wang; Tee: Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse; Blazer: LC Lauren Conrad

 

Boyfriend Jeans: Gap; Studded Pumps: Aldo

 

Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes; Rhinestone Bracelet: Swarovski; Watch: Guess; Clover Bracelet: Heidi Klum for Bebe; "Fearless" Bracelet: BCBGeneration; Tee: Karl Lagerfeld for Impulse; Blazer: LC Lauren Conrad

 

 Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes; "Fearless" Bracelet: BCBGeneration