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!  

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!

Touch of Animal Print

My color choices have made the fall transition - this look fell into the gray and greens. When you're wearing something that is neutral you need to spice it up with accessories! For this look I added shinny bright gold jewelry. That just wasn't enough so I wore my new pair of animal print flats! They went perfect with the color scheme and added a fun print. These were a great fashion find - $20 on clearance at TJ Maxx, they're Lucky Brand.

Sweater - GAP

Pants - Marshalls 

Tip: Get yourself some animal print - it's fun and adds the perfect kick to fall colors!

First Fall Sweater - Weekend Fashion Find

Well this morning was pretty crisp - the reality that Fall has set in.  It was one of those mornings that I wanted to wear something cozy.  I thought I'd be saving it for a colder day, but I ended up picking my weekend fashion find!  What do you think?  I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it.  A long tan sweater, with accent yellow stripes - the style and fit are what make it.  I love the oversized collar and pockets - the subtle detail give it great styling.

Best part?  I spotted it for $15.00 on Marshalls clearance rack - can't get better than that!

Pairing it with a plain white T and dark straight leg jeans left the focus on the sweater.  Simple yet really cute! :)

Tip:  Get in the stores and check out the clearance racks - there are perfect fall pieces just hanging there!

Star burst Stripes - Marshalls Find

You never know what you'll find in the clearance racks at Marshalls.  The last time I was there, I flipped through the rack and found this really cute sleeveless top - only $15.00.  I love the striped pattern, but most of all I love how the fabric is gathered across the waist, creating what I describe as a star burst.  The color isn't too exciting but the design is really neat and that's where accessories come into play.  I paired a chunkier style necklace, but stuck with the subtle colors.  This piece is from one of my favorite spots in Providence - Domain!  Of course I wore my gold watch and a bangle set.  I didn't go with anything special for bottoms, just simple black legging jeans from Gap - pretty comfortable I must add!  I added a short sleeve sweater from The Loft to cover my shoulders.  I just went with black sandals with a touch of gold to accent the rest of the outfit.  Just in case its not obvious, I wanted the shirt to be the focus so I kept everything else pretty basic.  

Tip: Don't underestimate the clearance racks at Marshalls!

Does it pass the like or LOVE test?

My color pallet was pretty plain today, a lot of tan with a pop of PINK.  Lets start with the shirt, this sleeveless top is always a big hit, it must be the detail of ruffled flowers.  I also love the color scheme of the fabric, the pink and tan go nicely with each other, a very soft look.  Today it was a business casual day for me, I pulled out a tan pencil skirt.  Although you couldn't tell today, its pretty versatile because its high waisted, wearing a top tucked in is a very different look!  To cover my shoulders I added this rose petal sweater.  Its something I pull out of my closet all of the time, it goes with everything!  All three of these pieces were Marshalls finds - I LOVE that place.  

For accessories I went with my gold jewelry, my goto chunky watch and bangles from Alex and Ani.  I wore one of my favorites today - Pursue Happiness.  Short and sweet but so true.  

Now to my favorite part of the outfit - the SHOES.  I saw these shoes at Gap few weeks ago, but I ended up putting them back.  This weekend I was back in the store and just couldn't pass them up, I LOVE them.  I originally wanted a teal colored pair they had but I knew I would get more use out of the tan.  The wooden heel is definitely in, get yourself a pair!   

The just like or LOVE rule - If you're not sure if you should buy something, put it back and leave the store.  If you keep thinking about it a few days later then you actually do LOVE it and not just like - GO BACK AND GET IT!  This was the case for my new wooden wedges.  Do I really need them? Probably not, but I realized I did really love them because I kept wishing I had them to wear.  Most of the time I leave something at the store and forget about it as quick as I walk into the next store.  Try this test next time your out shopping, I swear it works!  

Layered necklace from embroidery thread

I'm back!  What a change from last weeks weather, I'd like the sunny and beautiful days back please!  I woke up this morning and wanted to wear something cozy but obviously had to be professional for the office.  I ended up choosing this basic cotton gray sweater.  I picked it up at Ann Taylor Loft and love how light weight it is.  While its a pretty simple design, I really like the satin strip on the back over the shoulders - just enough to make it a little different!

On to the best part of my look today - the Necklace!  This was a Jersey Shore find, yes the same one you'll find snooky at :)  If you're ever that way, make sure to stop at the B&B Department Store - great finds at great prices!  I saw this necklace and had to have it, simple but so different!  You could probably make it yourself, just embroidery thread and silver o rings.  I knew I would never sit down and do it and I think it was around $9.99.  

Tip:  Add a funky/different necklace to something basic to finish the look.  It also allows the piece to be the focus point.   

Teal with a splash of purple!

Today was a teal day, with a splash of purple!  I love this dress, best part is I picked it up off the sale wall at Ann Taylor Loft!  Its just a simple dress with a synched waist, but add some accessories and its perfect!  To finish the look I added a wide brown belt and a shiny layered necklace.  With it being sleeveless, I added a thin sweater - everyone should have these types of sweaters in their closet!  

My look is a mix of several stores - dress for The Loft, belt from Nordstrom, Necklace from Domain and sweater from TJ Maxx.  When you're out shopping, don't be afraid to pickup different pieces... it all comes together when you have different options in the closet!

The Whole Look.

Blue and Tan for Friday

TGIF!  What a LONG week!  This morning was one of those days I literally tried on 10 different things, "no... no... no... no... finally!"  I started with a blue over-sizd sweater I recently got at Marshalls (on clearance of course) and a fitted white T underneath.  The cut of the sweater is short in the front but longer in the back so you need something for a bottom layer.  It was a great find, $15.00 in the clearance racks!  I really like the color and the style of the sleeves.  The sleeve itself is quite puffy and oversized, but the cool part is the cuff, its tighter so you can push it up your arm to make a cute balloon style sleeve.  Originally I had this sweater on with navy corduroys and boots but when I looked in the mirror I new something wasn't right. With the basicness (my own word) of the sweater, the corduroys were dressing it down too much, too casual for my office.  To contrast the blue, I knew tan would look good so I went with a pair of my tan dress pants.  (To be honest, I thought of going with them from the beginning but I knew they needed ironing and I just didn't feel like it - should of just went with my gut from the beginning ha)!

For jewelry, I went with gold because it went goes really nice with the blue.  Of course I wore my chunky gold watch and bangles to match.  For a necklace I went with a piece that has ivory colored large beads and small gold beads between each one.  I love this piece because the chain is so simple but the beads on your shirt are an attention getter.  

Take a breather, its friday!    

Change out the bottom for the night time look! :)

Gray tones and a tulip

Since its been so cold the last couple of days I decided to pull the corduroys back out - not too happy about it.  The first thing I chose to wear was this tulip colored ruffle button down, well pull-over in this case.  Like I said the other day, when I'm layering a sweater or some type of blazer I like to add some width to the look so ruffles do the trick.  I picked this shirt up at Ann Taylor Loft on the sale wall - pretty sure it was something like $9.99.  It was something I saw and knew I could get a lot of use out of it.  Over the shirt, I wore one of my favorite sweaters, I love the large collar and flaps down the front.  This piece is made by Inc. - a Macy's brand. Sticking with the gray, I went with my gray skinny corduroys and trusty black leather slouch boots.  For some shine I wore a silver necklace that has some pearls and diamonds.  Its nothing too chunky but definitely carries some weight.

Tip: Pick a colored shirt and go with plain colors around it.  When I look at my outfit, I see a gray palette with a touch of purple, I don't know why but I think of a tulip :)

Looking forward to the weekend, its almost here!

Comfy for a looong Monday! Layers

First off I want to welcome our new Jezzy audience's - we have readers from 10 countries!  Keep coming back, Jezzy has a lot to share!

I had a lazy sunday, it did include the gym though!  I just checked out the 6-day on my phone... depressing - spring days please come back!  Monday's are always really long for me, work all day, meeting with students and then class (yes I'm back in school, good times).  Considering what my day will look like tomorrow, I want to look appropriate for work but still comfortable.

I chose a layered look for the top.  I can NEVER have enough basic white t's.  Whether they are fitted or loose I can't leave them in the store when I see a good one.  The one for tomorrow is a recent Marshalls find, $7.99 - nothing like a new crisp white T :).  I'm layering over a gray short sweater that has 3/4 length sleeves.  I'm pairing the white t with it because of how short it is in the front.  I found this sweater in the clearance racks at Marshalls and knew I could do a lot with it.  For a necklace, I'm either wearing a long crystal pendant or something short and colorful.  For bottoms I'm going with simple black bootcut pants and black heels.

Wait a minute, nope I'm definitely wearing this feather necklace tomorrow!  I bought it so long and haven't even worn it yet.  I think it might have even been around Thanksgiving.

Tip: If love something when you're shopping but don't know what to wear it with, just get it and you'll find something.  Look at the feather necklace, I had no idea what I was wearing with it.

Hope everyone has a great Monday, I'll be back tomorrow night.