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Going for Gingham: One Look & Twenty-five Fabulous Gingham Pieces

Going for Gingham: One Look & Twenty-five Fabulous Gingham Pieces

Serious question: When it comes to gingham what came first, picnic blankets or clothing? Whatever the answer may be, what I do know is I love picnics as much as I love a gingham print. I’ve personally gone overboard, and I definitely don’t recommend it. This is only my opinion but I think that the fun check print may not last that long in the fashion world. Why? Because think of it like when a radio overplays an amazing song. You loved the song the first ten times you heard it in the past three days, now you’re over it.…

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Simply Spotlight: Track Pants You Can Wear Anywhere (Yes You Read That Right!)

Simply Spotlight: Track Pants You Can Wear Anywhere (Yes You Read That Right!)

Today we’re talking track pants. If you need some reassurance, trust me, you don’t have to look like a tomboy when you wear them. With the athleisure trend running ramped, this was definitely a style I could easily wrap my head around. Comfortable, casual and easy to wear, this laid back trend can sometimes be hard to wear without feeling a bit frumpy. So I thought it would be great to showcase a look featuring these pants in a look that can be worn almost anywhere. Don’t be afraid to wear heels with your sporty spice pants! I find this is…

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Make Getting Dressed a No-Brainer

Make Getting Dressed a No-Brainer

Jacket: BlankNYC | Top: Splendid | Jeans: J Brand | Shoes: Aldo (last season), similar HERE | Bag: DVF I find a main goal of mine is to create stylish looks that make getting ready a no-brainer. My New York City related life has me wanting to use up any additional time I have carefully. So effortless styling has become increasingly important to me.  Pleated skirts, velvet, and gucci slippers are beautiful trendy items, but a suede jacket will always take the cake for me. Because trendy items are new for everyone, they definitely don’t make styling easy. This classic…

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Be Alert and Make Finding Inspiration Easy

Be Alert and Make Finding Inspiration Easy

alert: quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances; vigilant. (as defined by trusty google) Sweater: 525 America | Jeans: 7 FAM | Shoes: Saint Laurent, similar Saint Laurent in black HERE, steal in tan HERE | Bag: Saint Laurent If you’re parents, friends or family haven’t told you this yet, I will: be alert. Keeping your eyes open and being aware of your surroundings is so something important that I can’t stress it enough. You should always know what’s going on around you for your own personal safety. Now that I’ve lectured you, let’s get on…

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Don’t Break the Bank with this Outfit Steal!

Don’t Break the Bank with this Outfit Steal!

Jacket: BB Dakota (on sale!!) Splurge here | Bodysuit: ASOS, similar HERE | Pants: Blanknyc | Shoes: Sam Edelman, similar HERE | Bag: Chanel | Sunglasses: Elizabeth & James If you didn’t believe plaid was part of my live-in Fall wardrobe (post HERE), then this outfit is proof! At the beginning of September I came across this stunning Alexander Wang plaid jacket (check it out HERE). It was set at a price point that I definitely wouldn’t be pulling the trigger on anytime soon, so I told myself I would stalk the jacket online and wait until it goes on…

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Suited up with Norma Kamli

Suited up with Norma Kamli

Bathing Suit: Norma Kamali | Pants: Everything but Water | Sunglasses: Kate Spade | Headband: Headbands of Hope Today I’m suited up with Normal Kamali! We’re not talking about your typical suit obvi, but a bathing suit! It’s so hard finding a good bathing suit that’s flattering and comfortable, but today I want to share some of my favorite brands and styles with you! One of my favorite parts of blogging is being introduced to so many inspiring companies and people over the Internet. One of my recent inspirations is Headbands of Hope, for every headband they sell, a headband is…

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