Sleek and Sophisticated

Sleek blouses are very popular right now, anything satin (polyester gives the same look) and sheer is sure to be a win. I instantly loved the style of this look when I saw it in Ann Taylor Loft, the color and trim detail sealed the deal.

This top is simple with a neutral color, but it has sleek detail with black trim along the cuffs and neck - borderline colorblock. The best touch is noticed from the back - the trim around the neck continues into an elegant black tie. Personally, I love when the sleeve of a blouse has fitted and buttoned cuffs, causing the sleeve to balloon over the wrist.

To accessorize this blouse I chose brushed gold as the accent and paired my Alex and Ani charmed necklace. I love the detail of the rings and delicate touch of the heart charm at the end. To match, I added my chunky gold watch to the look.  A simple, yet great choice for the office or a casual night out! 

Tip: Some of my favorite places to find this style blouses - The Loft, Gap, Banana Republic, and Marshalls! 

Lush. Lively. Elegant. Pantone Color Of The Year - Emerald

Well if you don't have emerald green in your wardrobe, it's time to head to the stores and add some. Pantone announced the 2013 color of the year... drum roll please... emerald!  

This color is said to be "Lively. Radiant. Lush... A color of elegance and beauty that enhances our sense of well-being, balance, and harmony."

This can be a tough color to wear, well for me anyways.  I'll be honest, I'm not a huge fan of green, but I'll be shopping the racks to add this color to my closest. Whether you choose a piece of apparel or decide to go with an accessory, emerald is a must for 2013.
Tip: Gold accessories are the perfect match for something green.

Polyvore: Pantone Color Of The Year - Emerald by jezzys featuring yellow gold jewelry

Closing Night of StyleWeek Northeast

Last night was filled with fashion and style, runway looks that would turn your head.  This past week was StyleWeek Northeast - hosted at the elegant Providence Biltmore - night after night of cutting edge fashion heading down the runway.  I was lucky enough to attend last night (Saturday) for the closing show, featuring three talented designers - Nick Pini, Yellow Clover, and the anticipated Jonathan Joseph Peters, a famous face from Project Runway.  For any fashionista, attending this event is a night of gawking at new trends and shopping through the accessory showcase - I picked up two new bracelets!  One from Calico, and the other from D. Designs

Calico

D. Designs

Check out some of my pictures from the night.  Does this look like something you'd like to attend?  The show will be back in the summer so keep an eye out! 

Jonathan Joseph Peters

Yellow Clover

Pini

Pini

Winter Florals and Ankle Biker Boots

I'm always on the lookout for great winter long sleeves.  When I'm getting ready in the morning, I always find myself looking for something that will be warm and comfortable, yet I still want it to have a stylish flare. This shirt was actually a Kohl's find from Simply Vera - Vera Wang. I find that her line can be overpriced for Kohl's, but if you can catch it on sale, she has some great pieces.  For tonight's post I wanted to focus on this floral long sleeve with winter coloring.  Its hard to tell from the pictures, but this shirt has a layered front.  Also, the seams along the side of the shirt are cinched and the finishing touch is the sheer blue material along the neckline. 

If you have time this weekend, take a stroll through Kohl's and flip through the racks! 

For the bottom half of my outfit, I paired basic dark jeans with great ankle biker boots.  If you haven't been paying attention, black biker style ankle boots are very trendy right now.  I picked this Franco Sarto pair up at Marshall's right before Christmas.  I love the leather wrap around the ankle and the brushed silver heel strap.  Here is a very similar pair, the top half of my boots are suede material versus all leather. 

Tip: Find yourself a pair of black pull on biker ankle boots!

Lacey Long Sleeves

Well, one trend I've noticed this year is lacey long sleeves.  Perfect for the winter season, yet still flirting with the more stylish side.  This top is one of my favorites from Christmas, leave it to my 83 year old Grammy to pick out something so cute.  Not only is it a lace material, but it has a slight peplum styled waist.  To top it off, turn around and check out the full zipper back - I love this detail!  Since the top is really the focus, I wore black ponte pants for bottoms.  These happen to be a TJ Maxx find from last year. 

Do you like this top?  I was in Macy's this weekend and saw it still hanging on the rack - look for Petticoat Alley.

I kept this look sleek with keeping my accessories simple.  I chose a long silver necklace with a studded key pendent by LC Lauren Conrad (Kohl's) and finished the outfit with my new Betsey Johnson white and rose gold chunky watch.  

Boots for all!

BOOTS, BOOTS, BOOTS

Whether you're simple, bold, flat or a heel type - boots are a must for the season and there is a pair out there for everyone!  On one of my recent trips to Marshalls, I snapped a few pictures of my favorites to show you the different styles that are out there - not to mention at all price ranges! 

Simple and Casual in two different looks.  I have to admit that I am a wedge kind of girl, but I do like the detail of buckles on this pair! Here we range from $34.99 (Rocket Dog) to $99.99 (Guess). 

Here we have more of the riding boot style.  On the left we have a more formal version of this look, while on the right its back to casual and laid back. These two are both very reasonably priced - the left is at $49.99 (Etienne Aigner) and the right is $39.99

Its not just about the tall boots this year - ankle boots are in! 

Here are 4 different options for 4 different styles.  I've been wearing these all season with skinny pants and all kinds of tops from an over-sized sweater to the popular button up sheer blouses. 

Top Left - For the cow girl: $39.99 (Steve Madden) 

Top Right - For a laid back look: $59.99 (Kenneth Cole Reaction)

Bottom Left - Keeping it sleek $59.99 (Steve Madden)

Bottom Right - For the more daring: $29.99 (Restricted) - I personally love! :)

Tip: There are plenty of styles out there - both short and tall - find the pair that fits your style and rock them through the season! 

More than a Sweatshirt

Well now that its cold, a sweatshirt always sounds nice to wear!  Find one that's more than just a plain pull over and you'll be able to get away with it... probably even in the office.  I saw this one at Marshalls, full front zipper and a lot of ruffles.  I love the detail, right down to the back ruffle that pulls in the waist. 

Dress comfortably, yet still stylish!

Dressing up a Plain T

Well it was a plain T kind of day but I wanted to add something that would give it a little style.  Plain T's are perfect for adding a fashionable necklace, even something on the chunkier side will work well.  When I'm in the stores, I always try and take a peak at their jewelry.  You never know what you'll find on their sale or clearance wall, just might be the necklace you've been looking for!

This necklace was a Kohl's find - clearance tag for $8.00.  Try not to over spend on fashion jewelry, it's better to get a few different pieces on sale that you can switch around then spending a lot on one necklace.

Have fun with it!

T-shirt: Marshalls

Sweater: Ann Taylor Loft 

Necklace: Kohl's 

Browns and Boots

Well we're in full fall swing - browns and boots.  This was a recent outfit I pulled together, I went with lots of layers.  This skirt is a Gap find, perfect with tights and also works with bare leg in warmer weather.  I kept it simple with a heather gray v-neck t-shirt and then layered on a simple zip cardigan from The Loft.  Its a must to have basics in your wardrobe to mix and match to make many different looks.  A plain black sweater like this will get you a long way.

To add some life to the look I paired a light brown belt around my waist, layered on a brushed gold necklace and my chunky gold watch and bangles.  Brushed gold and bronze jewelry are perfect for accenting the fall colors in your wardrobe!

The best part of my look are my favorite fall boots.  These are classic distressed brown riding boot style, that go with so many of my fall outfits.  I swear they get better with age!  These are a Nine West find from their vintage line - I've been in love since I got them! They don't have the exact style, but check out this years vintage line here!  

Purple Pants and Ankle Boots - Fashion of the Season!

Well I finally found a pair of purple pants this weekend!  Added bonus, they have a cool floral scroll pattern in the corduroy fabric that adds great depth.  Where can you find these, check out Ann Taylor Loft - I picked them up at 60% off in stores but you can get them at 40% now!!  Not only are they pretty different, but this color is so in for the fall!

Strolling through the mall, I stopped in Bakers to see what they had.  Ankle boots are in this year so my eye quickly was drawn to this cute pair.  Here is a similar pair from their site, but the ones I picked up were on sale for $39.99 and the color is a little lighter.  Not only are they ankle boots but the side zipper is a great detail.

Since the pants were such a statement I toned it down with a simple gray shirt and scarf.  I wanted the pants and boots to be the focus :)  It's pretty cold in the morning so I threw on a sweatshirt jacket I found at Marshalls.  The button detail gives it the perfect touch! 

Tip: Pick up a pair of ankle boots (with a side zipper if you can)!  Don't be afraid to add some bright skinny pants to your wardrobe, purple/burgundy is a hit fall color this season!

The Cowl Neck Sweatshirt

Gap Find - love this cowl neck sweatshirt! My sister, Jen, is showing you this look today, I love the laid back yet stylish touches.  The cowl neck, drawstrings, and sewing detail gives it enough style to make it  the perfect throw on for a trip to the store.  You'll be comfortable and cozy yet still looking polished while out.  Check out all the colors and order one today!  Bonus: on sale :) 

Jen is wearing the blue heather! 

Tip: Invest in some fresh lounge clothes.  When you look good, you feel good!  

My sister decided to add silver bangles to her look.  Silver goes great with the blue heather sweatshirt, especially my favorite bangle, Living Water! Check out Alex and Ani - an amazing company right from RI! 

Chili Red Skinnys

Well I couldn't wait to wear my new red skinny pants so Monday it was!  I've been on the hunt for a pair for a while but finally found them at Gap this weekend!  Check out my previous post to find out more about my deal on them! Let's just say, you need to fit in a trip! I love the zippers at the ankle, great detail!  Here are the pants, only thing is there is no red left online.

To go with the bright chili red pants, I went with a cozy sweater also from Gap.  The gray and black color block look went perfect with this pants.  For shoes I chose a pair of flats I picked up at Marshalls last spring by Tahari - their style went perfect with the rest of the look!

Tip: Get yourself a pair of red pants - its a must!