Stroll on a Rainy Day

I read today that Coach is bringing back some classics from the 70's. Of course this was after I picked out my thrifted look-alike bag ($8). I think my look-alike looks just like the Coach original, right? (this is when you nod) The leather is buttery-soft and there is zero sign of wear.

Remember how I'm trying to wear more olive? Well, here's another attempt. It was a perfect outfit to wear on or stroll to lunch. Glad I wore my stretchy belt because we ate too much :)

SHOP: Top (similar): UO/ Jeans: H&M/Purse (similar): Thrifted/ Belt (similar): UO/ Sweater (similar): Target/ Boots (similar)

Happy Hour + Shopping= AMAZING!

Check-out Banana Republic this evening for 40% off Dresses in Jewelry! Cheers to that!

Look forward to seeing which goodies you pick up!

Granola 2 Glam: Gray and Magenta

So how would I convert this Granola outfit to Glam? Here's how:

Perfect Granola outfit:

Tees by Topshop
Flats by Gabriella Rocha

Keep the same color palette but adding more Glam appropriate accesories and basics (crisp white shirt, basic pumps, pearls).  You're set!

Longsleeve Tops by Vivienne Westwood
Shoulder Bags by Rebecca Minkoff

By removing the Granola pieces (striped scarf, fun flats, and bangles), you can pull your Glam pieces in and utilize most of the same pieces for work.

How I style

If you had a chance to read "My Staples" page, it explains the basics of my closet.

Now, here are some ideas on styling these basics.


-Starting with a basic striped tee:

Tees by Ann Taylor
Flats by Aldo

Blazers by Calvin Klein
Flats by French Sole

Let's say you have this great plain blouse. Then what? Start pairing with the different colors. What I did here was include a mustard cardigan. Then add accessories and you'll be stylin!

Sleeveless Tops by Topshop
Wedges by Forever 21

Starting with a plain gray t-shirt you can build all this together:

Tees by Topshop
Flats by Gabriella Rocha

Basically the solid pieces mixed with the patterned pieces magically come together with some matching accessories. It's like E= MC2, except in fashion terms.

The trick to to buy things that ONLY work with AT LEAST 5 other pieces in your closet. It's ok to buy stand-alone statement pieces from time to time, but remember, it's all about saving $, maximizing use, and saving closet space.