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Leopard Print Kimono

fall outfit | long leopard print kimono | brown booties | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

spring outfit | leopard print kimono over all black outfit | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

casual outfit | leopard printed kimono with black skinny jeans | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual spring outfit | leopard kimono | stone bangle bracelets | Budget Friendly Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual fall outfit | long leopard kimono | black double o ring belt | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Let me introduce you to one of my favorite closet adds for spring – this leopard print kimono!  I have had my eye on this kimono since last summer.   It’s one of those pieces that I know I can style from spring through fall.  The length on this one is also perfect for my petite 5’3 height.

For a super chic look perfect for Spring or Fall, I paired my kimono with an all black outfit.  I added in my gold double o ring belt to break up the full black look a little.  For shoes, I added in my brown booties but wedges, sandals or flats would work too I chose brown to work with the brown shades in the kimono and be a pop against the black.

For summer, I plan to style this kimono over shorts and tank tops and get a dual use as a swimsuit coverup.  This leopard print kimono also pairs perfectly with a black fitted dress.  Another causal option would be distressed jeans, a white tank top, and black block heel sandals.  Stay tuned to those monthly outfit roundups because I have a strong feeling this kimono will be on major repeat over the next few months!

Photography By: LA Photography

fall outfit | leopard kimono | black leather backpack purse | Casual Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

spring outfit | leopard print kimono over black tank top | Everyday Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

chic fall outfit with leopard print kimono and brown booties | Petite Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

petite outfit with leopard print kimono and black jeans | Daily Style Blog Lady in Violet

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How to Build the Perfect Rodeo Outfit

how to build the perfect rodeo outfit | putting together an outfit from scratch | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

I’m doing something a little different for today’s post and sharing a little insight into how I put an outfit together.  One thing I hear so much from people is wanting help with how to put cute outfits together.  You have the clothes, but don’t know what to do with them.  The process of styling and putting together an outfit is so much fun to me, and I figured it might be helpful to share a little of my thought process when I build an outfit.

Since it’s rodeo season here in Houston, I figured I would start with how to build the perfect rodeo outfit.  Keep scrolling to see my getting ready process, and let me know what you think of this style of post in the comments!

how to put together an outfit | red floral blouse | skinny jeans | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

All outfits start with a base.  My look today is a simple top and jeans look.  For rodeo season, many of my outfits start with a cute floral print top and dark wash skinny jeans. The red floral print gave me lots of western wear vibes! I also love the banded sleeve, so I can easily push them if I get warm.

how to style an outfit | red long sleeve floral print top with brown double circle belt | Everyday Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

This top has a flowy feel to it and hides my shape, so I added in my brown belt to give more definition to my waist line.   I chose my brown belt because it matches my only pair of cowboy boots.

cute rodeo outfit | brown cowboy boots | red floral blouse | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Next up, SHOES! It is the rodeo, so this was an easy shoe decision.  I grabbed my good old cowboy boots.  If you don’t have cowboy boots, a cute pair of brown booties or tall brown leather boots will work too.  My boots are older, and I’m considering upgrading to this pair.

how to create a casual outfit | gold statement earrings | red long sleeve top | Southern Style Blog Lady in Violet

Clothes and shoes are done, now it’s time to accessorize!  Since the print on this top and the multiple style details are kind of busy, I opted for more simple jewelry.  I added my gold necklace that was the perfect length for the v-neck design of the top.  For earrings, I went with a gold and white pair. I like that the white helps bring out the white of the print in the top.

houston rodeo outfit idea | western wear | cowboy boots | Southern Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Last up for this outfit, pick a purse!  My tan leather crossbody purse works perfectly for this outfit.  The brown compliments the red top and works with the other brown shades in my outfit.  The small size is also perfect for a crowded rodeo and the crossbody strap keeps my hands free to enjoy all the yummy food and shopping!

And there you go! All the steps on how I built my rodeo outfit.  If you would like to see more posts like this let me know in the comments or in my Spring Survey.  If you have an outfit or item you would like me to work into a similar post, you can leave that on the survey too!

Thanks for stopping by this week ya’ll and have a great weekend!

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How to Wear a Long Rope Necklace

spring outfit | black tunic over gray skinny jeans | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual outfit | black v-neck tunic with a long silver rope necklace | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

spring outfit | gray skinny jeans with black sandals | Casual Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual outfit | black 3/4 sleeve top with silver bracelet stack | Everyday Outfits Blog Lady in Violet

casual spring outfit | long black blouse with light gray denim | Budget Friendly Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Hello Hello and Happy March! I’m so excited for Spring and spring fashion!  Thanks to everyone who submitted responses to my Spring Reader Survey.  If you haven’t had a chance to fill it out yet, you can check it out here.  It’s just 5 questions, so it should be quick and easy.

For Valentine’s Day, my boyfriend gifted me this gorgeous necklace from Kendra Scott.  I love the versatility of these rope style necklaces.  They can be worn a few different ways in outfits from super glam to daytime casual.  One easy and everyday way to style this long rope necklace is with a v-neck tunic top. I knot the necklace just slightly below the v of the top.  I love how the two v designs line up together.  They look made for each other!  It’s such a simple and easy way to dress up all your solid color v-neck tops.

If you are looking for more glam ways on how to wear a long rope necklace like for say a wedding or date night, you can opt for a strapless dress and wear this necklace the same way, untied (think graduation tassels) or flipped around towards the back.  For even more classy glam style, I would pair a low back dress with this necklace facing backwards.  You want to the tassels to be inside the open back of the dress.  You have probably seen this look on the red carpet a time or two.

If you want some office inspiration for this necklace, I would pair with with a shift dress added bonus if it also has a v-neck.  You could also pair this with a collared shirt and wear it kind of like a tie.  Place the necklace under the collar and adjust the knot to hit about mid chest.

How would you style this necklace with your wardrobe?

Photography By: LA Photography

petite outfits | long black top with gray jeans | Texas Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual fall outfit | gray skinny jeans | black heeled sandals | Houston Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

spring outfit | black vneck top| how to wear a long silver rope necklace | Popular Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

spring outfit | steve madden block heel sandals with gray denim | Daily Style Blog Lady in Violet

casual spring outfits | nice black blouse with affordable gray jeans | Outfit Ideas Blog Lady in Violet

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Gray Leopard Print Top + Spring Reader Survey

spring outfit | gray leopard print top with black skinny jeans | Affordable Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual outfit | gray vneck blouse | short silver necklace | Houston Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

casual spring outfit | gray leopard print blouse | silver bracelet stack | Casual Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

spring outfits | gray printed blouse with black denim | Everyday Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

Hello Hello! Kicking off the week with more animal print!  As much as I love the more realistic look of an animal print pattern, I’m also really loving the different color variations.  This gray leopard print top was a pretty quick add to cart because gray obsessed over here!  The v-neck cinch detail is a great way to make this top look a little nicer.  It’s perfect for work, weekends or date night depending on how you style it.

I created a fun date night or girls’ dinner out outfit.  I think this print looks perfect paired with black denim and silver accessories to play on the gray color.  If you want to add some color, you could add in a pink or burgundy skirt instead of jeans or toss on a colorful blazer or statement earring.

When I was thinking about what I wanted to share with you all this Spring, I realized that I have not done a reader survey in a few years.  I thought it might be fun to start up again with each season.  My hope when you visit the blog is that you find outfit inspiration and new beauty products to try out.  I’d love to be able to create posts tailored to what you need help styling or the types of beauty products you are interested in.  I created a super quick 5 question survey below, and I’ll use your answers when planning out what to share.  Thanks in advance for all of your thoughts and feedback!

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casual fall outfit | gray leopard print top | black patent heels | Petite Fashion Blog Lady in Violet

casual outfits | gray leopard top | silver everyday necklace | Popular Fashion Blogger Lady in Violet

dressy casual outfit | small black leather purse | patent heels | Chic Outfit Blog Lady in Violet

fall outfits | short sleeve leopard top with black skinny jeans | Daily Style Blog Lady in Violet

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