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Casual Friday Style for Winter

February 10, 2017

Lady in Violet, a Houston based Fashion Blogger styles a Casual Friday outfit for winter including a black ribbed knit sweater and flared jeans.

Houston Fashion Blogger wears a JCrew black ribbed knit sweater with the Vera Bradley sagebrush satchel in mesa brown.

Lady in Violet, a Houston style blogger wears a casual Friday office outfit with flared jeans and a black sweater.

Karen Rock, a Houston based fashion blogger wears a casual winter outfit including a black fitted sweater and bootcut jeans with heels.

Lady in Violet, a Houston fashion blogger carries a brown satchel tote bag for work.

Houston Fashion Blogger styles a casual Friday outfit for the winter season.

Lady in Violet, a Houston Fashion Blogger styles a casual weekend outfit for date night with jeans.

Houston Fashion Blogger shared what to wear with a fitted black sweater for casual Friday at work.

Lady in Violet, a Houston style blogger shares what to wear with flared bootcut jeans to work.

Karen Rock the Houston fashion blogger behind Lady in Violet wears a casual Friday office outfit for winter including a black sweater, flared jeans and lace up heels.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Similar Black Crewneck Sweater  |  Similar Flared/Bootcut Jeans  | Black Lace Up Heels  | c/o Vera Bradley Satchel  |  Similar Pendant Necklace  |  Bracelet Stack (one, similar two)  |  Similar Solid Bangle  |  c/o Kendra Scott Earrings  |  Aviator Sunnies  |  Nails: c/o Essie Go with The Flowy  |  Lips: MAC Craving

Happy Friday!!  I am so ready for the weekend.  I’m headed to a little Galentine’s Happy Hour with some of my gal pals tonight.  One of my friends got engaged last weekend, and I am ready to see that ring in person!

I am closing out the winter outfit inspiration on the blog today with this casual outfit filled with closet staples.  A black crewneck fitted sweater is a must have in my closet.  It works with everything from distressed jeans and sneakers to flared jeans and heels for a casual look, and a pencil skirt or slacks for the office.   I love the ribbed knit ones because they usually have a little stretch to them.   Skinny jeans are my go to, but sometimes I like to mix it up with a wide boot cut or flared leg jean.  I think it makes this outfit look a little more professional.  It could easily work in the office and be the perfect casual Friday outfit for winter.

For shoes, I went with my office wear favorite the black lace up heel.  I love the look of a pointy toe peeking through the bottom of the jeans.  Flared jeans are also a great way to disguise wearing socks and boots in winter when you just want warm feet.

Ya’ll have a great weekend, and meet me back here next week as we start styling some pretty Spring looks!!  See you then and thanks for stopping by!

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What to Wear to a Super Bowl Party

February 3, 2017

Lady in Violet, a Houston Fashion Blogger shares 16 Super Bowl Party Outfit Idea to wear on Sunday.

As many of you know, I live in Houston and the big Super Bowl game this year is in Houston.  It’s been fun watching the city prepare for the big game.  The teams have been here all week, athletes and celebrities are starting to trickle in, and the parties are in full force.  This gal here plans to spend the weekend at home in a t-shirt and jeans (probably leggings). Ha!  Well I do plan to go to a few workout classes and the grocery store, but like that’s it.

I am not a fan of crowds, traffic, or not being able to find parking, so I decided long ago that I would be sitting this one out.  I do wish I would have gone downtown last weekend for the NFL Experience event before the crowds came in.  I’ve heard it was really cool and fun.  Despite my desire to stay home, I am a big football fan and LOVE that this big game is in my hometown.  Houston is an amazing city, and it’s great to see that showcased to the whole world!!  Who knows maybe some big celeb will be on the bike next to me at spin class. 😉

Normally we either attend or host a big Super Bowl Party, so in case you are heading to one scroll down for a few outfit ideas.  I divided them up by team.  My Atlanta Falcons fans pull out the bright red, and my New England Patriots fans look for dark blue and navy.  For those of you heading to a party because there is queso and Lady Gaga at halftime, I put together a few neutral outfits for you too.

A few tips for putting your Super Bowl Party Outfit together –
1) Pick something you can stand and sit in for long hours, you may even end up sitting on the floor.  Keep that in mind.
2)  Some of the outfits below have heels, but I would opt for flats, boots, or booties for the same reason listed above.
3)  You can still wear your hometown team’s jersey!  It’s the last NFL game until August, pull out that jersey and wear it!!
4) If you don’t care which team wins, stay away from the team colors.  You will be deemed a fan of that time by color association.
5)  Prepare to eat!  Half the fun of the party is all the food, so make sure your outfit can accommodate a little over indulgence!

Now enjoy the outfit inspiration below, and ya’ll have a fun and safe Super Bowl Weekend!!

I’M HERE FOR THE ATLANTA FALCONS

Lady in Violet, a Houston Fashion Blogger shares what to wear to a super bowl party featuring red outfit ideas.

Outfit 1  |  Outfit 2  |  Outfit 3  |  Outfit 4

SHOP FOR RED

I’M HERE FOR THE NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

Lady in Violet, a Houston Fashion Blogger shares what to wear to a super bowl party featuring blue outfit ideas.Outfit 1  |  Outfit 2  |  Outfit 3  |  Outfit 4

SHOP FOR BLUE

I’M JUST HERE FOR LADY GAGA & QUESO

Lady in Violet, a Houston Style Blogger styles 16 Super Bowl Party outfit ideas.

Outfit 1  |  Outfit 2  |  Outfit 3  |  Outfit 4

SHOP NEUTRALS

PS.  I’ll be cheering for the Atlanta Falcons!  Leave me a comment and let me know who you are rooting for or if you are just there for queso. 😉

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How to Wear Over the Knee Boots When You’re Short

January 27, 2017

Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet styles a winter outfit idea featuring a purple sweater, white jeans, and over the knee boots. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Fashion Blogger Karen Rock styles a casual winter outfit including a turtleneck sweater with white skinny jeans and otk boots. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Style Blogger Lady in Violet shows how to wear over the knee boots when you're short. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Fashion Blogger wears a casual winter outfit including a purple fitted sweater with white jeans and taupe over the knee boots. Click through for outfit details.

Petite Fashion Bloggers shares how to wear over the knee boots when you're short.

Houston Fashion Blogger styles winter outfits featuring over the knee boots, lightweight sweaters, and skinny jeans. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Blogger wears a casual brunch outfit featuring a purple sweater with white jeans and taupe otk boots. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Fashion Blogger wears a winter outfit idea featuring a lightweight sweater, white skinny jeans and over the knee boots. Click through for outfit details.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Similar Sweater  |  White Skinny Jeans  | Over the Knee Boots  (Similar Pair)  |  Coin Pendant Necklace  |  Crossbody Saddle Bag |  Silver Bangle  |  Drop Earrings  |  Mirrored Aviators  |  Nails: c/o Essie Go with the Flowy  |  Lips: MAC Craving

When the over the knee boots trend first started, my original thought was I’m 5’3 those boots will swallow my legs.  This thought however didn’t stop me from pinning all the outfits with them.  I decided to buy an affordable pair and give the trend a go.  I found this pair on clearance over a year ago, and the brand no longer ships to the US.  A similar pair that does ship here is linked, but I couldn’t find one with the under $100 price tag like my pair.  Since I purchased mine, I have learned what works and doesn’t work for my petite frame.  I wanted to share a little bit about what I learned on how to wear over the knee boots when you’re short.

For starters, aim for the top of the boot to come no more than about 2-3 inches above your knee.  Some item descriptions will list shaft height which is the length from bottom of your foot to the top of the boot. Since I do lots of online shopping, I will pull out a measuring tape before purchasing most boots to ensure the shaft will not be too high.

For my outfit, I leave my tunics in the closet and opt for something that falls just below my waist.  I want to have a good amount of jean showing to create that illusion that my legs are a little longer.  I find fitted tops work best to keep proportions in check.  If you do want an oversized top, I would make sure the length is still on the shorter side or even a high/low hemline.

Over the knee boots look adorable with dresses in early Spring.   For my petite friends, make sure a little skin shows between the boots and the bottom of the dress.  I think 2-3 inches is a good amount, but be sure this doesn’t make the dress too short.  You don’t want a light breeze to catch you off guard.  Dresses with the high low hemline work perfect for us short girls to make sure we still get enough coverage in the back while still having a little skin show in the front.

I chose a taupe color over black because I thought the neutral color choice would work better for creating an elongated look.   Now that I have owned and styled this pair a bit, I feel a darker pair like black would still work with these same tips.

If you have been thinking about giving this trend a go, keep your eyes on the sales.  When sandals and wedges hit the stores soon, many OTK boots will start to get marked down.  It will be a great time to buy without spending $200+ for a really nice pair of boots.  Ya’ll have a good weekend and thanks for stopping by!

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How to Create a Layered Outfit

January 25, 2017

Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet styles a winter outfit idea featuring a plaid blouse layered under a black sweater with skinny jeans. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Style Blogger shares how to create a layered outfit for winter weather. Ciick through for outfit details.

Houston Fashion Blogger wears a buffalo plaid top with a black sweater and skinny jeans. Click through for outfit details.

Houston fashion blogger Lady in Violet shares tips to create a layered outfit with a plaid shirt and sweater. Click through for outfit details.

Houston Fashion Blogger wears a weekend casual outfit with jeans, heels, and a sweater. Click through for details.

Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet styles a winter weekend outfit idea including a jcrew sweater and old navy plaid shirt.

Houston Fashion Blogger styles outfit ideas with skinny jeans for women in winter. Click through for more info.

Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet styles a winter outfit idea for casual Friday at the office featuring a black sweater with a red plaid shirt. Click through for outfit details.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Black Sweater  |  Similar Red and Black Plaid Shirt  |  Dark Blue Skinny Jeans  |  Blush Nude Heels  |  Similar Pendant Necklace  |  Similar Gold Bangle  |  White Drop Earrings  |  Aviator Sunglasses  |  Nails: c/o Essie Go with the Flowy  |  Lips: MAC Craving

This time of year I tend to get a bit bored with my closet.  I’m somewhat patiently awaiting the arrival of spring dresses and sandals in stores and trying to pull a few different outfits out of my closet to get me through the few cold days we have left.  Some days putting an outfit together is all about looking in my closet and putting new items together.

I wanted to share an easy winter outfit idea featuring items that you may already have in your closet.  Winter is the perfect time to add on the layers.  This look comes together with three closet basics – a plaid shirt, solid color sweater, and skinny jeans.  Adding a layer to peek out underneath your sweater is such an easy way to create a new outfit out of some of your basic sweaters.    With a button up blouse, I like to roll the sleeves back to allow the cuff detail for a little added bonus to the look.

If you don’t have a plaid to pair with it, you can also use solid color tops or another fun print like florals.  Another idea is to reverse the look and pair a long solid color top underneath a printed sweater.  The layering possibilities can be endless, and it is all waiting for you in your closet.  When trying to pick what to pair together, look for similar colors or color schemes.  This look was easy red and black plaid with a black sweater.   If I had say a green and navy plaid, I might pair with a beige sweater.  A light blue and white might pair with dark blue sweater.

You can also play with your color mixing and try combos like burgundy and mustard yellow or dark pink partnered with navy.  It’s all about playing around and finding a color combination you love.  Toss on your favorite pair of jeans and heels, and you are ready to go.  I hope this helps inspire a few more outfit ideas for you this winter.  Thanks for stopping by today!

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