True Romance

Today's black and white look features a color blocked chiffon dress with pretty pleating detail.

Dress:  The Limited (old)
Blazer:  Forever 21+ (Available here)

Belt:  The Limited

I added a cropped jacket, knotted belt, and floral lace-up heels.  

Shoes:  Prabal Gurung for Target

I love that this look has a very romantic vibe.  

I also really love this dress, but I have difficulty styling it.  Dresses offer limited styling options anyway, but so far, I've only paired this with black blazers and jackets.  I think the dress might work with pastels like mint or pale pink, but I still seem to reach for the black to wear with it.

Purse:  Target (old)

How would you style this dress?

For other ways I've styled this dress, see here and here.
For more of spring's black and white fashion trend, see here.

Romantic with an Edge

Happy Wednesday everyone! 

Today, I chose my ivory chiffon colorblocked dress and paired it with my faux leather jacket.

Jacket:  The Limited (Available here)
Dress:  The Limited (Available here)

I love the hard and soft mix of the fabrics.  Maximizing your wardrobe by transitioning pieces, like this flowy chiffon summer dress, into cooler weather is a great way to get more bang for your buck with your wardrobe.  The fabric and style of this dress is the easiest for transitioning into colder months, in my opinion.

The small fishnet knit of these tights and Swiss dot pattern adds visual interest, but is still subtle enough to not overpower the entire look.

Tights:  Target (Similar here)
Boots:  Payless

The ankle boots and romantic silver locket finish the hard and soft balance of today's look.  The red tote adds a bright pop of color.

Tote:  The Limited (Available here)
Locket:  Target (old)

How do you transition summer pieces into fall and winter?

For more on fall's leather trend, see here. 
For more on fall's black and white trend, see here. 
For this dress worn differently, see here.

Chiffon and Lace and Bows...Oh My!

Hi everyone!

I love pairing looks around accessories.  Sometimes, I'll pick out a necklace or other accessory and plan my outfit around it.  Today, I planned my outfit around these "love" tights.

Tights:  The Limited (Available here)
Belt:  The Limited (Available here)
Boots:  Payless

Yes, it's still a little too hot for tights, but I am READY for fall!  :-)
When you are on a budget, fun and trendy accessories and hosiery can be a wallet-friendly way of updating and transitioning your look.

Dress:  The Limited (Available here)
Leather Tote:  The Limited (Similar:  here)

I purchased this dress over the summer.  It is lightweight and flowy, making it perfect for the hot summer months, but by adding tights and boots, it becomes fall-appropriate.  Using accessories like these fun tights to transition and update your wardrobe is a great way of expanding your clothing possibilities without having to add new items to your closet.

Jade ring:  Vintage (gift)
Blazer:  The Limited (Similar:  here)

This look is ultra-feminine (bows, lace, chiffon, and love), but the color palette and boots toughens the look up enough to keep it from being too girly. 

Honestly, I think I would have preferred this look with some heels rather than these particular boots.  I would definitely wear these boots with this dress again, but with opaque black tights.  Live and learn.  :-)

Do you use accessories and shoes to transition your wardrobe for year-round wear?