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Teal Fit and Flare Dress
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LOFT 3/4 Sleeve Flare Dress | JOAN & DAVID Heeled Brown Boots (similar | similar | similar) | VERA BRADLEY c/o Sagebrush Satchel | GORJANA Taner Pave Bar Necklace | BAUBLEBAR c/o Venette Drops, Pave Links Bracelet | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses | Nails: c/o ESSIE Go with the Flowy | Lips: MAC Craving
This time of year I am often looking for dresses that can easily go from office to after work holiday party. I found this teal fit and flare dress about a month ago, but snatched it up on Cyber Monday during a 50% off sale. I’m so happy I did too. Not only is this dress super adorable, but it’s really comfy too.
I wore pretty much this exact outfit yesterday. I had my ZTA Alum Christmas party after work, and I knew this dress would be perfect for the event. It’s warm again here, but cold at work so boots didn’t make me overly hot. My backup would have been my go to nude pumps if it was warmer. Dark teal and berry pink are such a fun and pretty color combo. I received so many compliments on these earrings last night from some of my ZTA sisters. They are the perfect statement piece to any outfit, casual or dressy. These earrings aren’t heavy either, so I can wear them all day.
I decided to play with two different shades of brown with my boots and bag. I love the contrast in color, but that they still compliment each other too. These boots are several years old, one of my favorite RueLaLa finds. I love the dark brown color and semi-chunky heel. My favorite thing about these is the unique design at the top. I have a hard time finding anything that is truly similar, but I still tried. The boots I found all have one of the traits of these from the gorgeous color to a unique design.
Alright ya’ll, I am bumping up my regular Friday post to tomorrow and I have an AMAZING reason, so be sure to check back then to find out what it is. I promise it’s going to be fabulous!! Until then, ya’ll have a great day! Thanks for stopping by.
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The Wrap Coat
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DAO CHLOE DAO Long Wrap Coat (similar | similar | similar) | DANIEL RAINN Black V-Neck Blouse (similar) | EXPRESS Faux Leather Leggings | CHARLES BY CHARLES DAVID Lace-Up Heels | GIGI NEW YORK Magenta Clutch | KENDRA SCOTT Elle Earrings, Elisa Necklace | HENRI BENDEL Deco Cuff Bracelet | NADRI Crystal Bangle | BAUBLEBAR Crystal Mason Ring | Lips: NYX Staycation | Nails: ESSIE c/o Ready to Boa
I picked this fabulous wrap coat up at the Nutcracker Market last month. I typically don’t buy clothes for myself from the market, but I do always stop by Chloe Dao’s booth. She is a local Houston designer who happened to win Season 2 of Project Runway. Chloe was my favorite designer that season and not just because she was from Houston. I love the fit and structure of her designs.
Since it’s only super cold for about a month in Houston, I love the idea of a short-sleeve wrap coat for winter. What I loved about this one is that I immediately pictured about 3 different ways to style it. I love styling it as more of a statement top with leather leggings for a chic holiday party look. At the market, Chloe tied it for me a little higher above my waist in a bow. It was really cute, but I haven’t quite been able to replicate it yet. I’m practicing though.
A couple other ways I would wear this style coat is over a simple solid color sheath dress. You could tie it or leave it open to create different looks. I wore a plain tee, distressed jeans, and flats to the market, and it looked really cute with this coat worn more like an open long cardigan. One important thing to keep in mind if you plan on wearing your coat as part of your outfit, make sure what is underneath is still cute if you need to take it off. In this post, my leather leggings and black blouse can still stand on their own as a chic holiday party look.
Since I picked this up at the Nutcracker market, it is not available online. I did find a few similar styles for you though. If you are in Houston, Chloe has a boutique in Rice Village that you can check to see if still available. Thanks for stopping by ya’ll!
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Black Friday Sales: Recent Looks for Less
Happy Saturday! I rarely do weekend posts, but I kept finding a bunch of items from recent outfit posts on sale for Black Friday. I figured one big post was they best way to share all the information with ya’ll, so that you can score some great discounts before everything goes back to regular price next week. I included the sale information next to the items that are currently discounted.
poncho sweater (50% off) | white jeans (20% off with code CYBER20) | cuff bracelet (25% off if you spend $150) | sunglasses (30% off, 30% off with code RAYBAN here)
maroon sweater (46% off) | leather leggings (50% off) | lace-up heels (52% off) | earrings (20% off with code SALE20, also 20% off here) | bracelet (30% off with code THANKS30 ) | clutch (free gift with purchase)
sweater dress (on sale for $50) | same bag, different colors (30% off), different bag, similar color (30% off with code THANKFUL) | necklace and earrings (20% off with code SALE20) | cuff bracelet (25% off if you spend $150) | heels
olive tunic (46% off) | distressed jeans (30% off) | earrings (20% off with code SALE20) | bracelet (30% off with code THANKS30) | purse | sunglasses (30% off, only $105!)
hunter rain boots (25% off) | distressed jeans | water bottle (10% off with code 10FORALL)
red & black plaid (50% off) | similar jeans (25% off) | heels | earrings (20% off with code SALE20, or here with no code) | bracelet (30% off with code THANKS30)
olive tunic (50% off) | black skinny jeans (40% off or 50% off with code CYBER here) | purse | earrings (30% off with code THANKS30)
striped dress (47% off, only $20!) | sunglasses (15% off with code GOBIG16) | tote bag | booties
PHOTO CREDIT: Elysian Fine Art
star dress (extra 20% of with code THANKS) | lace up heels (52% off) | clutch (free gift with purchase) | bracelet (30% off with code THANKS30)
If you want to see a list of more great Black Friday sales going on this weekend, check out my post from yesterday. Also, on Monday I will have all the details on the best Cyber Monday deals and the perfect red Christmas sweater!!
I hope you have a great rest of your weekend, and thank you so much for taking a bit of time to stop by the blog for this special weekend post. I will see you guys on Monday morning, bright and early!
xo -Karen
Embellished Sweater + Black Friday Sales
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HALOGEN Embellished Sweater | JOES JEANS Dark Skinny Jeans (similar) | STEVE MADDEN Blush Heels (similar) | CLARE V Foldover Clutch (similar | similar for $39) | KENDRA SCOTT Elle Earrings (20% off with code SALE20) | HENRI BENDEL Deco Cuff | STELLA & DOT Renegade Bracelet | Nails: ESSIE c/o Ready to Boa | Lips: NYX Staycation
Happy Black Friday!! Have ya’ll started shopping yet?!? I have seen some really great deals this year. At the bottom of this post, I rounded up a few of my favorite sales. It’s lots of my favorite brands and retailers (many seen on the blog), plus some great places for gifts for others and yourself. So be sure to check them out!
Now let’s talk this gorgeous sweater! I love a great embelished sweater for the holidays. It’s a great way to add instant sparkle and glam to a comfy and cozy outfit. The embellished details on this one are stunning!! I tried to capture it in the photos, but I think this is one that looks way more impressive in person. It doesn’t look like a $79 sweater for sure. You can make this sweater more casual with jeans and boots or wear it to the office with slacks or a pencil skirt. I think it would be super cute with a pleated midi skirt too.
With shoulder embelishments, I usually skip a necklace because I don’t want to take away from the beauty of the design. Although looking at the pics, I think this necklace would work well with this outfit. I also went with a simple drop earring that complimented the silver detailing on the sweater.
I hope you all have a great Friday and score some amazing deals! I’m about to start putting together a special Saturday post for you guys, so be sure to stop by this weekend and check it out. See you then!
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BLACK FRIDAY SALES!
AG JEANS: 30% off sitewide with code BF16
AMERICAN EAGLE: 40% off select styles + FREE SHIPPING
ANN TAYLOR: 50% off with code CELEBRATE
ASOS: 30% off sitewide with code THANKFUL30 + FREE SHIPPING on orders over $40
BAUBLEBAR: 30% off with code THANKS30 + FREE SHIPPING
CHICWISH: 25% off sitewide
COLLEEN ROTHSCHILD SKINCARE: 30% off sitewide with code BLKFRI
EXPRESS: 50% off sitewide + FREE SHIPPING
FOLICA: 30% off sitewide with code NOREGRETS (Where I purchased my first Hair Straightener, it’s my favorite hair straightener too!)
GORJANA: 30% off selected styles with code STUFFED
JCREW: 40% off sitewide with code HOLIDAY
JOES JEANS: 25% off with code THANKS25 + FREE SHIPPING
KENDRA SCOTT: 20% off with code SALE20 + FREE SHIPPING
LAST CALL AT NIEMAN MARCUS: Up to 80% off sitewide
LOFT: 40% off sitewide with code THANKS
MODCLOTH: 20-40% off with code FRIDAY20, FRIDAY30, AND FRIDAY40
NORDSTROM: 40% off select Designer Items + PRICE MATCHES OTHER SALES with FREE SHIPPING!
REVOLVE: Up to 65% off + FREE SHIPPING
SHOPBOP: 15-25% off with code GOBIG16 + FREE SHIPPING
SOLE SOCIETY: 30% off select items including shoes and handbags
SWEATY BETTY: 20% off sitewide
T3 HAIR PRODUCTS: 25% off sitewide with code T3FRIDAY16
TORY BURCH: 30% off $250 purchase with code THANKS + FREE SHIPPING
TRINA TURK: 30% off sitewide + FREE SHIPPING
WILLIAMS SONOMA: 20% off your order with code THANKS + FREE SHIPPING
