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Houndstooth
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MODCLOTH Ellison Vanilla Milk Top | CHICWISH Houndstooth Quilted Skirt, color sold out [SAME SKIRT, DIFFERENT COLOR] | NINEWEST Regolar Platform Pump | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR], Pave Links Bracelet, Old [SIMILAR] | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings in Tiger’s Eye | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’ | FORMULA X Infinite
Oh Monday you are here again, and so quickly! I had 101 things on my to do list this weekend, so it seemed to fly by! I got tons done, but I feel like my weekend lasted a nanosecond and here we are at Monday again. Mondays may have a bad rep, but they are a great day to pull out a fun I will conquer this week outfit! This houndstooth skirt and bow tie blouse combo is going to do just that! I love the houndstooth print on this skirt. It is a print that I have not found too often on skirts. It is also a timeless print and a great thick material so I can wear it for years to come. The color I am wearing is sold out, but I linked the blue/green one in the details section above which is just as gorgeous! I don’t know why, but bow top blouses always make me feel so ready to tackle the day. Kind of like don’t get in my way today, I mean business. I know it may sound silly, but when you have a piece like that you cannot help but want to wear it all the time. I have also styled this top in a previous post with pants and it still had that conquer the day vibe. Alright Monday, let’s do this!!
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Out of My Comfort Zone
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H&M Patterned Shirt | PAIGE Skyline Skinny Jeans | STEVE MADDEN Nala Platform Pumps | ELAINE TURNER Bella Chocolate Python Clutch | GORJANA Chloe Large Studs, Mika Necklace, Mia Tiered Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | RAY BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’ | FORMULA X Infinite
I am a fan of solid colors and the occasional small print, but a bold graphic print that is a little out of my comfort zone. While shopping at H&M over the weekend, I saw this top and thought it was really cool and fun. The design was not something I would normally wear, but I immediately knew this top would go great with my new Paige jeans. So I decided to take a step out of my comfort zone and get it. I’m not going to lie, I am still a little hesitant about this top. It’s not that I don’t like this top because I absolutely adore it! But this top definitely stands out among the other items in my closet. I think it is fun and pretty, but it is definitely different from what I might normally pick up. Every so often, I love buying something that is a little out of my style comfort zone. I have found some great clothes by doing this. It pushes my style to a new and exciting level, and make me a little braver the next time I am out shopping. I also love that I can pick up these pieces for reasonable prices at places like H&M. This top is under $30!
I have to mention my new Paige jeans for a minute. I picked them up this weekend at Nordstrom. I have to brag about the jeans department at Nordstrom. I love how knowledgeable they are about their jeans. I always have a slew of questions when buying a new brand of jeans. Will they stretch? Will they fade? Do these look OK or too tight? They know it all! I love that they wear the jeans and can tell you from their experience how they fit after you wear them for a bit. Plus, they will hem them for you FOR FREE! I am 5’3 so my jeans are almost always too long so I love the free hem! If you ever are in the market for a new pair jeans, try the Nordstrom jeans department out!
Oh and one last thing, I am partnering with some amazing TEXAS bloggers and boutiques for a fun giveaway on Instagram this evening. Be sure you are following me (@karen.rock) so you don’t miss out!!
Happy Friday!!
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Take a Fashion Chance
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DOBBIN Sylvie Blouson Sleeve Ponte Dress c/o | NINE WEST Regolar Platform Pump | ELAINE TURNER Bella Chocolate Python Clutch | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings in Tiger’s Eye
| GORJANA Mika Necklace, Zion Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | FORMULA X Infinite | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’
Winter Additions: BANANA REPUBLIC Fitted Non-Iron Sateen Shirt | JOAN & DAVID Boots, Old [SIMILAR] | GORJANA Mia Tiered Necklace
I have said it before and I will say it again, I am not a fan of winter. My winter clothes probably make up like 10% of my closet. Most of the times during winter, I just toss a cardigan on over my fall and spring dresses to winterize them up a bit. The only downside is this usually covers up some really beautiful tops and dresses! As soon I saw this Dobbin Clothing dress, I was in love! I love that there is movement from the blouson sleeve, but the dress is still fitted in the body. I also love the cut of the v-neck on this dress. I think it comes to the perfect point on the chest. Don’t even get me started on the plum color, it’s definitely up there on my favorite colors to wear list. The cold January temperature we have been having was keeping this dress hanging in my closet just staring at me. I will normally pair my long sleeve button down shirts underneath sleeveless sheath dresses, and so I decided to take a fashion chance and try it under my Dobbin Sylvie dress. Can I just say I definitely had an I’m a genius moment!! I love love love the way this dress looks alone with a pair of pumps, but I was amazed how fabulous it looked with a button down underneath. This is definitely where the great cut of the v-neck comes in handy to allow the button down shirt to rest so perfectly on the top of the dress. Feeling inspired, I decided to toss on my favorite pair of brown boots, and viola – a winter look from a fall/spring dress! I’m so excited to discover a new way to wear some of my favorite dresses ,but I am most excited to finally get to take this dress out for a spin!!
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Violet and Gray
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CHICWISH Lace Trimmed Midi Skirt | LIMITED Turtleneck, Old [SIMILAR] |ELAINE TURNER Drew Black Leather Clutch | WHITE MOUNTAIN Carmella Boots, Old [SIMILAR] | KENDRA SCOTT Tima Stud Earrings | STELLA & DOT Renegade Cluster Bracelet | BAUBLEBAR Crystal Mason Ring | NADRI Crystal Bangle | MAC Lipstick ‘Faux’ | FORMULA X Infinite
Hello Holiday Monday! Am I the only one still playing catch up from the holidays?? I’m so excited to have an extra day this weekend. I think it has rained the last three weekends straight, which means I did not get much done. Not only do I have an extra day this weekend, but the sun is out! Perfect weather to be productive and tackle my ever growing to-do list. Even though, I am not heading in to the office today. I still wanted to share some office outfit inspiration. I love love love this skirt! When it first came in the mail, I was worried it was to long for my petite height, but once I put it on I really liked the length. For starters, the length is perfect for boots. I love how it covers the top portion of the boot. I can get away with wearing my navy fleece lined leggings and no one will know they don’t match. The material is also thick which was perfect for the cold days we had last week. Isn’t the scalloped lace beautiful on this skirt? It was what originally drew me to this skirt. Because of the length and fullness of the skirt, I kept my top fitted and simple. A full top and bottom would be too overwhelming with my petite height. I love the way the dark violet compliments the gray of the skirt. The violet and gray colors standout from each other while still working together. Now off to tackle that to do list!!!
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