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! 

Watercolors and Living Water

I think I've decided that dresses are just much more comfortable than pants. Again it rained, so I did not want to deal with bottoms of wet pants - out came the boots (Steve Madden)!

For the dress I chose a watercolor gray above the knee. I love the teals, pinks, and purples! This was of course a TJ Maxx find! I added a gold waist belt and a layered gold necklace for some shine!

For the wrist, I went with my go to watch and Alex and Ani bangles. On my way home I stopped and added a new bangle to my collection. I've been thinking about it since I watched a video about it - Living Water. I love the color and teardrop shape but the best part is your helping a great cause!

Living Water - Charity by Design

T-shirt with some style!

Today was another dreary day so it was time to pull the boots back out.  In rainy weather, I like to wear skirts and boots so I don't have to deal with wet pants that never dry.  Today I went with a a t-shirt I got at Ann Taylor Loft, white with lace and rhinestones around the collar.  Its not pictured, but it also has a black ribbon tie around the neck.  With this top I wore a black pencil skirt with a belted waist (Banana Republic).  I wore my go to black leather slouch boots but added gray knee high socks.

Tip: Add a twist - knee high socks give the boots a different look.

Lucky number 22, that is $22.00!

Today's weather was top notch, so beautiful!  I hate to say it but I just took a peak at the 5-day and I saw 47 degrees somewhere in there next week... ugh!  I guess we have to take what we can get for now.  After my doctor's appointment this afternoon I went on a treasure hunt with my mom.  I decided I need a mannequin for Jezzy's.  Sometimes I struggle trying to display my looks for you so I thought a mannequin would be fun and hopefully make it easier.  Well, after 5 consignment/antique stores and a Salvation Army, we started to get discouraged... UNTIL we called Auntie.  Apparently she had seen some in the Marshalls near her and insisted we stop on the way home.  Mom and I made a deal in the car to take a look around the shoes(how can you not) but not try on anything... I bet you can guess how that worked out!  Sure enough, we walked to the back of the store and there were 2 iron mannequins looking at us!  Not only did I find a full size mannequin, but I picked up a really cute smaller one to display my accessories!  Check them out in the picture, Jezzy's newest additions!

All I have to say about Marshalls right now is - Make time to get in there!  Every time I go in the store I'm known for trying on literally a carriage full of stuff.  Usually I leave with 2 or 3 things, but I always have to try on a bunch.  This trip was different, it was dangerous!  I swear, almost everything I put on I LOVED!  They must have just gotten new stuff in, they are loaded with spring tops that just make you want to smile!  While you're there, make sure to take a stroll in the clearance, they are really marking down their winter stuff and you can pick up some great deals that aren't necessarily just for winter.  I found the amazing boots to the left, all leather and great style for $22.00 (the 6th clearance sticker), now is the time to pick of some things for next year!!  When I'm flipping through the racks I always look for basics, over-sized t-shirts, shirts that are longer to wear with leggings, and usually plain things to dress up with accessories.  I'm only going to share two of my finds tonight, the boots above and...


A tan Vineyard Vines trench - with hood I must add, I love that feature.  Nothing worse than rain on the way into work and nothing to cover your hair, terrible way to start off the day.  There was a original tag on the jacket for $198.00, I got it at Marshalls for $79.99!  I normally wouldn't buy something with a price tag this high but I know I'll get my use out of it and honestly just fell in love with how it looks.  Sometimes you have to spring for the pricey item, especially if you know you're going to get a lot of wear out it of!  This was a good deal, not a great deal but everything else I bought was a great deal so it all balances out.

Tonight I went a little longer, I had a lot to share!  My mom and I had so much fun this afternoon, maybe too much :).  To finish, here's my look from today.  I know last night I forcasted a dress for today, but I woke up and today just wasn't the day.  Instead I chose another skirt, this one army green and black tiger stripped (subtle though).  I wore an off white T, that had heather gray in it.  Over the arms I added my short sleeve black sweater.  For a necklace I wore one of my favorite knotted gold pieces.  To finish the look, I pulled my hair back and wore zippered flower headband.

Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining but where did the week go.  Happy almost Friday!  

Little Black Blazer

What's on tap for tomorrow?
I want to wear something a little dressier than today, nothing crazy. During my trip to Marshalls over the weekend I picked up a long blue t-shirt.  Such a steal - clearance for $12.00!  The fabric is really smooth so it looks nice under a sweater or blazer. Tomorrow I'm wearing it under a short cotton black blazer. One of the reasons why I chose a short blazer is because I want to show the back of the shirt. It has a great gathered spine, and because its on the longer side it will show at the bottom of the blazer. The sleeves on the blazer are cinched and cut off just past the elbow. Its a very versatile piece, you can really dress it up or down for the occasion.

For the bottom half I'm going with curvy blank dress pants and my favorite pair of ankle boots.  I'm obsessed with wedges, so I had to get these when I saw them.  Don't get me wrong, I LOVE heels but wedges take the cake for comfort!  This pair is Lucky Brand, one of my favorite shoe labels!  The wedge is the perfect height for straight leg pants to show off the boot and works perfectly for bootcut or flares that fall over the toe.

For accessories I chose a chunky silver necklace that falls to my stomach.  Because the shirt is so long, a longer necklace is the way to go!  With the black blazer and darker blue shirt, I chose a shiny silver to stand out.  For a bracelet, I'm wearing a wide chunky silver cuff style.  

Style Tip: Make sure your wardrobe has items that are versatile!  Things like this short black blazer are perfect for the office and a night out!   

  

What to wear tomorrow...

I'm gonna try and turn over a new leaf... Pick out my outfits the night before. Well I'm going to give it a shot, we'll see how long I can keep up with it!  Tomorrow is a no meeting day for me so I wanted to wear something cute but comfortable.  I'll be spending a lot of time sittin' in my chair and punching the keyboard.

I chose a top that's ruffley around the top and had a lot of color. The design reminds me of the days when I used to be obsessed with Spirograph, come on, you know you were too!
To cover my shoulders I chose a very pale pink sweater that has a drape front. These types of sweaters are a staple in my wardrobe, I have one in pretty much every color.
For pants I'm wearing a skinny black corduroy with my favorite brown mid-calf boots.
For jewelry I'm sticking to a simple shiny silver necklace but chunky gold watch and bangles - who said you can't wear gold and silver together?  I do!
I think this outfit will be perfect for my day tomorrow, comfortable but still appropriate!

Take away: Get yourself a few sweaters that you can throw over your cute summer tops! Let's you get more out of your wardrobe!

Over the knee boots and grape crush martinis

Last night was a lot of fun, my best friend from college graced me with her presence! Nothing crazy, we went to dinner and then drinks at a martini bar, last stop, good ol' Fat Belly's where a few others met up with us. Awesome band, the perfect songs to tap your foot and sing along with ha! Martini's of the night were expresso, sour patch kid, tiramisu, and grape crush. Let's just say the boyfriend and bf crushed the grape crush!
My look last night was my boots - distressed over the knee, I'm obsessed with them! I picked them up last year at the end of the season at Marshalls on clearance - they were a steal! The rest of my look was in the same color scheme and I added a necklace for a pop of color! That's another one of my great finds from the hidden gem in Providence, $6.00!
Key: pick your piece and go with it!
Great look for a great night, now it's time for slug Sunday!