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January 3, 2017

Madewell Maxi Dress

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Dress: Madewell | Heels: Christian Louboutin | Necklace: Capewell + Co.

This is actually the outfit I wore to see the Nutcracker in NYC. Minus the necklace, which I won.

The story behind this maxi dress is that I really wanted it (as did almost every other Madewell employee, shopper, etc.). But, I had literally just bought another dress (also from Madewell) to wear to the ballet.

Look at it, though! Passing up on it was not an option.

So, I got it and wore it instead. I received a handful of compliments, but was too sick to enjoy and bask in it.

I don’t share all of my outfits on here (believe me, if I could, I would). This one was just too fancy not to.

It’s also too pretty to not wear again for something else. Switch out the shoes, and it’s basically a whole new look!

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Photos by: Madaline Rose Heising Photography

December 31, 2016

NYE Party Look

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Bodysuit: Urban Outfitters | Jeans: Madewell | Boots: J.Crew
Sunglases: J.Crew Factory | Blazer: Madewell

My NYE party plans are looking more like staying in binge watching Stranger Things with the manfriend. Netflix, popcorn, and ringing in the new year with mimosas, is much more my speed. But that doesn’t mean that I’m above going out!

If I were up to partying, I’d definitely be wearing this exact look.

Show off a little skin.

Add a little glitz.

Keep it real.

Recognize the jeans? They’re my favorite pair. I wear them a ton and with literally everything.

If you want to wear sunglasses at night, then do it. I got mine for Christmas and they just so happened to match the sequins on the bodysuit.

And, because it’s cold out, don’t forget to bring a blazer. The one I’m wearing is from Madewell. It’s velvet.

I am obsessed with this outfit and that hope you are too!

Happy New Year!!

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Photos by: Madaline Rose Heising Photography

December 20, 2016

Birthday Weekend in NYC

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Sweater: Madewell | Jeans: Madewell | Shoes: Madewell
Earrings: Madewell | Sunglasses: J.Crew

You guys, can you believe it?!

I just turned 30!

To celebrate my amazing friends threw me a surprise party (if you didn’t see my #drakeonacake or our epic mannequin challenge attempt then you missed out!) and the manfriend whisked me away to NYC for my birthday weekend.

What these pictures don’t show is that I got really sick and even though I enjoyed my birthday getaway, it definitely would have been better if I was feeling 100%.

We stayed at the Ritz-Carlton in Battery Park and saw the New York City Ballet perform George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker.

I really wanted to explore the city a little, but wasn’t feeling up to it. Andrew was great the whole weekend (I felt bad for ruining our plans, he just felt bad for me) and suggested taking some outfit photos while we waited outside for our car to be pulled around. Naturally, I had way overpacked, so I was able to pick out an outfit that was stylish, yet still warm.

Add lipstick, brow gel, sunglasses and not half bad!

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December 15, 2016

PinkBlush Olive Green Trench Coat

Each month myself and four other boss blogger babes have been styling the same piece of clothing and since we all look and think differently from each other (hair, religion, location, skin, size, height, style…all of the above), you’ll get five totally different looks. That means you’ll get to see what I style, on other body types so you can find something that is best for you!

This month we all proved that neutrals can go with any piece to make a flawless outfit. We also proved that neutrals don’t have to be boring to look good. I personally have been wearing a ton of Madewell lately (in part because I work there, but mostly due to my love of their jeans), and I wasn’t going to change that now!

For me, the basis of a feel good outfit are feel good pieces that pop with out combating each other.

I love that the olive green color of this PinkBlush trench coat that Deidre, Kaylynn, Jacque, Lauryn, and I all styled, goes so well with stripes and a fun animal print. Knowing that it can also look just as fabulous with a little black dress makes it a closet must have!

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December 13, 2016

Silk Pajama Shirt

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After reading Victoria Beckham’s book and how she believed Ugg boots were something that should never be worn outside the house, I tried to make more of an effort to consciously curate my outfits before stepping foot outside.

While I will wear Uggs in public, you will not see me with my hair tied up or in sweats with holes. Not too long about if the subject matter had come up, I would have said the same about pajamas. But I decided to give the silk pajama shirt trend a try.

Sadly, I waited a little too long to jump onboard and missed out on a super cute burgundy one from J.Crew. I have my eyes peel for one in my size on Poshmark. Until then, I am practically living in this navy Madewell top.

Not going to lie, I’ve also slept in it!

And of course I have to try to play the matching game, by pairing this outfit with my Jord watch and my absolute favorite pair of jeans.

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November 23, 2016

Styled by 5 featuring Lettie Boutique

Believe it or not, this skirt is actually a dress! This month, Deidre, Kaylynn, Jacque, Lauryn and I have partnered with Lettie Boutique to each style one of their fabulous floral midi dresses our own way. Since New England has already reached the point where layers are a requirement, add a warm, soft sweater was a must!

The dress is so comfortable that I didn’t want to take away from that. And the print is beautiful, so I made sure to keep the top both simple and neutral.

Dresses are nice, and when you can pull it off as a skirt (for warmth purposes or otherwise) that’s definitely a major win. It might even be possible to rock this dress as a shirt, making it a 3 in 1 piece, which is extremely beneficial for a minimalist or capsule wardrobe.

And for Black Friday, the entire shop will be 20% off with the code BLACK20, with free shipping on all orders, plus the first 50 orders will also get a free gift. There will also be doorbusters, stocking stuffers, and some FLASH sales starting at 6am MST on Friday morning that will run through Monday!

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November 14, 2016

Blooming in Femininity

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Sweater: Madewell | Jeans: Lucky Brand (similar) | Heels: AMI Clubwear
Necklace: Capwell + Co. | Rings: Capwell + Co.

Femininity and feminine details aren’t really something that come rushing to the front of my mind when thinking about my personal style. However, I am still actively working on defining my style. One way to figure out if you like something is to try it. The same goes for defining you style.

When the latest Madewell et Sézane collection launched I’m going to be honest. I didn’t love it.

Not that I hated it, I just didn’t feel like it was for me. However, there was one piece that I kind of thought I maybe wanted. A sweater. But it was very feminine.

Fast forward to seeing that same swearer in store and trying it on (on two separate occasions). I knew I liked it, so I bought it. Even though I wasn’t sure how I was going to pull off styling it while being true to how I like to dress.

Jeans were an obvious choice. They allowed me to branch out a little, while remaining comfortable. So comfortable, in fact, that I even added heels to top it off.

A special thanks to Capewell + Co. and AMI Clubwear
for the perfect accessories!

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October 27, 2016

A Watch That Goes with Denim + Giveaway

As a jeans and a t-shirt kind of girl, I own a lot of denim. While I consider denim a neutral (not unlike leopard print), sometimes it’s nice to wear it with something that actually matches.

Can you think of better (or really easier) way to match than with accessories? Because I cannot.

My Jord wood watch is brown (another neutral), with a navy blue face, which goes perfectly with all kinds of denim washes.

Here I wore it with other navy blue things I owned. Vintage inspired jeans (that will definitely have to be a part of my next attempt at a capsule wardrobe), and a navy striped turtleneck tee, along with a navy blue cardigan. Almost like an ode to denim.

Not as crazy about denim as I am? That’s totally fine. I’m sure that there’s a Jord wood watch for you. You can enter to win a Jord wood watch for yourself here!

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JORD Wooden Watches

October 17, 2016

How to Wear a Maxi Skirt

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Skirt: SheIn | Shirt: Madewell | Belt: Who What Wear (similar)
Clutch: Clare V | Shoes: Charlotte Russe

Skirt: SheIn | Sweater: Madewell | Shoes: Zara
Sunglasses: Poshmark

Skirt: SheIn | Jacket: Madewell | T-Shirt: Gap
Sneakers: Converse | Tote: Madewell

I don’t know why, but I find maxi skirts to be a style challenge. Dresses are easy. You pretty much just throw them on and go. But a maxi skirt is harder. It requires a little more thought.

Pleated maxi skirts were very on trend, but I wasn’t having it. I wanted one, I just didn’t think I’d wear it. So when approached to partner with SheIn, I knew I wanted to challenge myself to give one of their pleated maxi skirts a try!

Now, you know I’d be lying if I didn’t say that I turned to Pinterest for inspiration, finding J.Crew’s aesthetic extremely helpful. Can you tell much?

Each of these three looks are ones that I felt meshed well with my jeans and a t-shirt style. My fear of looking silly in a bright green maxi skirt, were put to rest by keeping it fairly casual.

My favorite outfit being the one with the white tee and jean jacket, which is great when you need to layer for those cooler, but still not cold, days.

Which of these looks is your favorite? How would you wear this pleated maxi skirt?

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October 11, 2016

Fall Ready with ThredUP

Sweater: Madewell via thredUP (similar) | Jeans: Madewell via thredUP (similar)
Mules: Madewell | Necklace: Uncommon Goods

As much as I love summer, fall fashion is worth the drop in temperature. The weather isn’t the only thing changing, though. I’ve been up to a lot!

Throwing out expired makeup, and donating clothes that I don’t wear, inspired by my recent failed attempt at a capsule wardrobe.

But my love of shopping is still very very strong. I try to be more responsible by shopping secondhand first. And for so many reasons.

I save money and, to an extent, the environment. I love it! And my new to me Madewell clothes from thredUP. For under $50 I was able to get three pairs of like new jeans and a nice cozy sweater. That’s literally less than half of a pair of brand new jeans!

If you’ve never used thredUP before, here’s a little incentive, save even more by using code YHJ75 for $30 off your purchase of $75 or more, or WQA50 for $50 off your purchase of $125 or more!

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