Textured Neutrals

As I discussed in yesterday's outfit post, I gravitate towards neutrals in the fall and winter.

Blazer:  The Limited (Available here)Camisole:  LOFT Petites (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores)

I love today's look.  I mixed black, beige, and navy with touches of gold.  The mix of textures, trims, fabrics, and metal details on the jacket and pants makes the outfit feel both interesting and a little more luxe.

Pants:  The Limited (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores)

Boots:  Payless (old)
Necklace:  The Limited (Available in silver here)

Most importantly, this look is so comfortable!  These booties are my go-to in fall and winter for their comfort and easiness, but they are starting to show some definite signs of wear.  I'm worried I'm not going to be find boots this perfect any time soon!

Earrings:  The Limited
Rings:  Vintage and The Limited

Clutch:  The Limited (Available here)

For this military jacket in another look, see here. 
For this cami in another look, see here.
For these pants in another look, see here.

For more on the military trend, see here.

P.S. Sorry for the grainy photos the last few days - getting my camera to take good pics after dark (the only time I've had to take pics) is difficult!!

Metallics and Lace

Happy Thursday, everyone!

Pants:  The Limited (Sold out in navy; Available in other colors here)
Blouse:  The Limited (Available here)

Today, I decided to wear my new gold jacket.  I love that this jacket is super lightweight but looks like leather and suede.

Jacket:  The Limited (Similar here)
Purse:  The Limited

Shoes:  Target (Available in other colors here)
Bracelets:  The Limited; Target

I paired the jacket with a matching beige lace and gauze top and navy pants to keep the metallic subdued enough for work.
 
I love mixing neutrals in interesting shapes and textures.  The bold green pendant adds just the right amount of color.

Necklace:  Forever 21
"Evil Eye" ring:  H&M

Do you like mixing textures and fabrics for interesting neutral looks?

For these pants in other looks, see here, here, and here. 

Where's Spring?

Ugggghhhhhhh!  I am sooo tired of the cold weather we keep having!  It's the first day of spring, but the temperature is anything but spring-like.  

The sun was shining, but I was freezing while taking these pics!!!

Pants:  The Limited (Similar here)
Top:  Forenza by The Limited (No longer available on-line; see here)

Blazer:  The Limited (Available here)
Shoes:  Target (Available here)

This cold weather is leaving me in a little bit of a fashion rut.  I have bare legs, bright colors, and sandals on the brain, but the weather isn't cooperating.  

In a fashion rut, I always seem to stick to my comfort zone - neutral (okay, black) pieces in comfy shapes.

I wore the black heels (first pic) for work to help polish up this somewhat more casual look.  I would grab the studded flats to run errands or go shopping after work.

Necklace:  Target (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores)

Purse:  The Limited (old)

The white tote gave a touch of spring to the outfit.

How's the weather in your area?  

For this blouse in a different look, see here.
For this jacket styled differently, see here, here, and here. 

Quick Picks

Do you all have favorites in your wardrobe you just keep grabbing over and over again?

I definitely do!  

Blazer:  New York & Company (Similar here)
Blouse:  Target (old)
Purse:  Express (Similar here)Ring:  Vintage (gift) (Similar here)

Lately for me, it has been skinny pants (especially black) and this blazer with faux leather sleeves and pocket detail.

Pants:  The Limited (Available here)
Heels: Target (old)
Necklace:  Target (old)

Today, I was in a rush to get ready.  When that happens, I am most likely to pick familiar favorites.

I paired the pants and blazer with a trapeze-style Peter Pan blouse for an easy and comfortable look that also made me feel chic.

Hope you all had a fabulous day!!

To see this top in another look, see here.
See the blazer styled differently here, here, here, and here.

Leopard & Neutrals

Happy Friday everyone!!!

Jeans:  Target (Available here)
Blouse:  New York & Company

Today, I mixed my cognac coated denim with a chiffon leopard print top and black cardigan.

Cardigan:  LOFT Petites (Similar here)
Shoes:  Target

I love the mix of cognac, ivory, and black.  The leopard print, texture of the jeans, and bangles add visual interest.

Scarf:  Paul Harris (15+ years old)
Bangles:  The Limited, Claire's, Target

The scarf added needed warmth while also providing a shot of flattering ivory which really brightens the face.

Tote:  The Limited (Similar here)

Do you like mixing neutrals? 

To see top styled differently, see here.
To see jeans styled differently, see here

Thanks for reading!  Have a great weekend!!!!

Mixing Neutrals + Spring 2013 Inspiration

Hey everyone!

Hope your Tuesday was a great one!

Pants:  The Limited (Similar:  here)
Blazer:  The Limited
Purse:  Target (Available here; see satchel here)

I have been playing around with non-black neutrals, so today, I decided to mix grey with navy.  It's not the most exciting color combo, but I love the idea of mixing neutrals in a streamlined, modern silhouette.

I was also inspired by pics from the Spring 2013 runways.  As excited as I am for coated denim, burgundy and hunter green, and jacket weather, I can't help but feel a bit excited about what's on the fashion horizon for Spring.  My inspiration for today was the gorgeous brights shown by Diane von Furstenberg. 

Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2013 look

I added an aqua silky tank and aqua and citron bracelets to add a little "Spring" to my early Fall outfit.  

Bracelets (l to r):  Target, Express, The Limited

Top:  New York & Company
Necklace:  New York & Company (Similar:  here; See necklace with different look here)
Shoes:  Target (Available: here)

My outfit is less full-on bright and more business casual than DVF's looks, but I love the overall color combination.

Do you like mixing neutrals?  

Would you wear head-to-toe brights as shown by Diane von Furstenberg?

Chocolate Watercolors

As is probably obvious by now, black is by far my go-to neutral.  Whether worn with other neutrals, brights, pastels, deep colors or head-to-toe, I can't seem to get enough of the color black.  

In my opinion, it is easier to look chic, modern, and edgy in black (which is my preferred style) than it is in browns.

For home decor, I love warm earthy colors in shades of brown and green.  Black seems sterile and cold for a home environment, but when it comes to fashion, I veer towards the completely opposite direction.

I scarcely wear brown because I rarely seem to find the right combination of browns that I don't find to be too dowdy or conservative, especially when it comes to work wear (brown dress pants, skirts, for example).

Suit:  The Limited (old) (Similar jacket:  see here; Similar pants:  see here)
Top:  The Limited (old)

Today, I decided to wear my chocolate brown suit that hasn't left my closet since last January.  I think the suit is slightly large and am thinking that this suit may be ready for resale (more discussion here).  That said, I love the pretty sorbet colors and watercolory pattern of this top.  I also think the mix of dark brown and grey is classy.

Shoes:  Target (Similar: See here)
Earrings:  The Limited
Bracelets:  The Limited

What is your perspective on wearing shades of brown?  Do you like them?  Do you find them harder to wear than black?  Why/Why not?

Does your personal style match your tastes in home decor?