I love a good photo challenge.
I love People StyleWatch.
When I got the Go-To Style Guide, I thought why not challenge myself to try each of the style looks featured in the special issue. So that’s what I did!
Classic
Chic
Feminine
Glam
Cool
Tag: style
#ootd: Back to Work
I have summers off.
It’s pretty glorious.
This past Friday (which would have been my first day back in the office) and Monday I had off to attend a wedding, so today was my first day back in the office.
What does one wear when going to back to work after two months off?
A dress. Obvi.
While this #ootd is very simplistic, I like it because the dress is by eShakti, so I was able customize it!
I got to pick the neckline, the sleeves, and who doesn’t want a dress with pockets?!
AND my necklace was custom made by Oh So Antsy, a very talented friend I made at Alt Summit!
Still can’t believe that my summer is over! Anyone else have the summer off?
This post was sponsored by eShakti.
#ootd: Sweats
I don’t always dress up.
But even in sweats, I like to make a statement.
If these shoes don’t scream STATEMENT, then I don’t know what does. I saw them and fell.
Hard.
And, yes, they are just as comfy as they are bright!
I almost didn’t get this shirt. It’s a size large. I am not. But I tried it on anyways and loved the fit. It’s perfect for lounging around, or with leggings.
Old Navy Active sneakers, Old Navy tee + sweats from TJ Maxx.
#ootd: Poshmark Finds
My obsession with Poshmark is completely + totally normal.
Just ask anyone that uses the app.
Aside from the fact that it goes along with my personal mission to be more sustainable, I really enjoy the community. I mean even the New York Times knows that the awesomeness of Poshmark is worth mention.
This Zara tux blazer, J. Crew graphic tee, Zara flats, and custom camo clutch (an @ellebee206 exclusive) are all “poshfinds” (short for Poshmark finds, which is literally items that you find on Poshmark).
Check out my Other Stuff page to explore some of my favorite closets on Poshmark!
#ootd: Chambray + Gladiators
Lately, I haven’t been feeling very inspired. So, when the manfriend asked me what I wanted to do (which he does everyday, it’s one of our things…), I said walk around town. Usually, I respond with something outrageous that we could never do, but I figured why not explore Poultney.
(Chambray Dress: Old Navy, Gladiator Sandals: Charlotte Russe (this style is longer available, but you can get similar + even better ones here), Bag: Kelly Moore, Sunglasses: Foster Grant, Nail Wraps: Scratch)
We didn’t do too much, but I did enjoy a strawberry smoothie from Café Pazienza + a Full Belly Deli Pepperjack Bacon Melt (the sandwich that turned me on to sandwiches). And if you know anything about my relationship with the manfriend, you know that movie nights are another one of our things, so we picked up three movies. You don’t have to go all out to have an inspiringly uplifting day.
xx
Bet
#ootd: Band Tee + Chucks
This is what happens when you pack in the pitch dark, because your power went out thanks to a storm.
If you’re not sure what I’m getting at by that, let me explain. The shirt was a rescue from the manfriend’s sister’s to be donated pile. I grabbed it since I didn’t have anything else to wear, and cut off the sleeves + just threw it over a basic H&M dress.
The Converses we share. I think they were originally mine (or maybe my little brother’s), but I gave them to her, and she never wears them but when I visit I do sometimes.
Give you one guess where I am…
4 Ways To Do Red, White + Blue
With the Fourth of July being this weekend, I started to think about what I was going to wear to all the BBQs, parties + fireworks.
I get really excited about holidays because they can inspire some pretty great + creative outfits. Hey, any excuse to dress festively!
When I think about Independence Day, I think red, white and blue, so I styled four different red, white and blue looks. While I don’t expect anyone to want to copy any of these looks exactly, I hope that they can still spark (pun fully intended, ain’t no shame in my game) some outfit inspo!
Nothing in this post is new or even recently purchased, everything was already in my closet (or on my bedroom floor)…except for the Birkenstocks, I got them on Poshmark about a week or two ago + have worn them pretty much everyday since.
Happy Fourth of July! Enjoy the fireworks!
diy destroyed jeans
Jeans are a wardrobe staple.
Destroyed jeans take a classic look to the next level.
They are also wicked expensive…and I’m broke.
That’s what makes diy so awesome!
Not only are they something fun to try, but that feeling of accomplishment afterwards, makes me feel like I can take on the world. And in these jeans, I can, now that I worked some diy magic on them.
I found (yes, found) a pair of Vigoss jeans that just happened to be my size. The only thing wrong with them is that they were missing the button.
I have distressed, ripped, and destroyed all kinds of denim in the past, but they never come out great. So I set my expectations low, by deeming my finds as practice jeans. But the results were far better than I could have hoped for!
Side note: Pay attention and don’t multitask when doing anything with a sharp blade. Sounds obvious, but I sliced my finger pretty badly and there was a lot of blood involved…No bueno!
wake up + social media tank
This past weekend was spectacular! First I got this rad wake up + social media tank…
Second, I got to go to New York with my two best friends, where we went to the first ever BeautyCon NYC!
The manfriend got me a Pro Ticket which included a tote bag filled with goodies (I’ll be sharing about that and all things BeautyCon NYC later) and this tank!
Anyone who didn’t have a Pro ticket (there was also VIP and GA), was able to purchase a shirt for $25. What I found really cool was the fact that I was able to choose which shirt I wanted. Otherwise, I would have left with two shirts because I really liked this tank!
Don’t know what BeautyCon is? Check out their website! Want to hear about my experience? Stay tuned!
denim + denim look
I have have always appreciated the denim on denim look. I wear it often, but never with a skirt. Until now!
I mean, used to rock mini denim skirts on the reg, but stopped when they started to feel like they were no longer age appropriate for me.
Then I found this H&M skirt that is just the right about of mini.
And the details! I’m a huge fan of distressed denim and love to DIY, but it never comes out quite like this…
The second I saw it I knew that I wanted it. It’s just so…ME! Casual yet chic, with just a bit of edge. With my J. Crew chambray button up shirt and Forever 21 ankle boots, perfection! I can’t wait to style this skirt again! What would you wear it with?