Meshin' Around

Top: c/o Deb / Jeans: c/o Deb / Shoes: c/o Deb / Purse: c/o Deb / Necklace: Q Fashion 

So, I got the idea for this outfit, from this outfit.

Kim killed it. I don't think I did half bad either, though my recreation is a bit tamer than the original. 

Dear February,

Sweatshirt: c/o Deb / Skirt: c/o Deb / Shoes: c/o Deb/ Purse: c/o Deb / Beanie: Charlotte Russe 

 Dear February, 

I may not have a Valentine, but I can already tell that we are going to be good friends. You've come along and thus far allowed me to take time out to actually fix up and be cute. January had me in a bit of a choke hold, and even worse, a daily uniform of baseball caps and leggings. We all know nothing about baseball caps and leggings is very sophisticated. February, I appreciate you for allowing me to tap back into my sophisticated side on Saturday with this little ensemble. My L.O.V.E. sweatshirt from Deb, paired with a comfy black skirt, killer cheetah print lace up booties, a cute quilted bag (all from Deb) and a gold studded beanie. The perfect outfit for a day of shopping and maybe a trip to the nail salon. February, you were already my favorite because when you come around so do Reese's Peanut butter hearts, but now that you've helped me get my sophistication back, I love you even more. Thanks for being the best. 

P.S. -  Congratulations to the winner of my Sammydress.com giveaway, I hope you L.O.V.E. your prize! 

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Young Professional

Blouse: JcPenny (similar) // Pants: Banana Republic // Shoes: Rainbow (similar) // Bag: Michael Kors 

It's the first day of my last semester of undergrad, so I think today's post title is very fitting. In a few months I will be entering the work force as a young professional. My mom and I have had many conversations about diversifying my wardrobe with pieces that I will be able to wear in a professional setting. I've slowly started taking heed so, I guess this outfit is the result of my doing so. 

I got these pants on super sale at Banana Republic while I was Christmas shopping (I'm talking 40% off the sale price!) and loved the fit of them. I paired with them my cream button down blouse and cheetah print flats and just like that I had a cute outfit, perfect for a soon-to-be young professional. 

Classy and Sassy

Top: c/o deb/ Pants: Marshall's/ Shoes: c/o deb/ Purse: Michael Kors/ Bracelet: Rue21

Maybe it was my glasses, but in this outfit I felt like a classy and sassy little nerd...with puffy hair (The wind was not cooperating with me!) You can never go wrong with cheetah print or black which were the bread and butter for this look. Though often times black pants can be boring and bland, these ones from Marshall's were anything but, mostly because they are super fitted and figure enhancing. I cuffed them on this particular day but un-cuffed they fall right above my ankles and are just as cute. I paired them with this cheetah printed peplum top from Deb along with these delicious nude pumps. Despite the wind and my puffy hair I still say that this outfit was a success. 

Casual Glam

Jacket: c/o deb / Shirt: Express (old) / Jeans: c/o deb/ Shoes: c/o deb/ Necklace: c/o deb/ Clutch: Victoria Secret 

I'm all about being classic and feminine, without being too stuffy. While the top half of my outfit could have easily read "I'm ready for high tea," the jeans and cheetah print pumps balanced it out and made the look more modern. This look is an example of what I like to call, Casual Glam. It has elements of glamour to it, but is also still very casual. I wore a variation of this outfit to dinner and a movie recently (replaced the sparkly blouse with a grey tee + nixed the jacket) and it was just as cute. Do you think my Casual Glam look is practical? 

Leather x Cheetah

Jacket: c/o - Deb / Shirt: c/o -Deb / Jeans: Gap/ Shoes: c/o - Deb/ Purse: c/o Deb /

I've worn these heels so many times in the past two weeks, its a little insane. Any time I deviate away from my typical ultra feminine style, I like to hedge back into my comfort zone with a heel or some other girly element. For this look it was my cheetah print heels. Like I said before, cheetah print is a staple wardrobe piece (for me at least). 

For those of you who haven't noticed both leather and military inspired pieces are going to be big for the fall. Here I've paired my fab red leather tank with a sheer cheetah print back with boyfriend jeans from Gap and a army themed moto jacket courtesy of deb. Loved this look!

All Black Everything

Sweater: Target/ Pants: c/o Deb / Shoes: c/o Deb/ Bag: c/o Deb/ Necklace: Wet Seal/ Bracelets: Wet Seal

I pulled a  Kimye this weekend and styled an All Black Everything look. The central piece of the outfit were these tuxedo pants from Deb that I am absolutely obsessed with. They're comfy, stretchy and stylish. They can be worn with flats, pumps or boots and can easily be dressed up or down. In the spirit of less is more, I dressed mine up, slightly, with this black crew neck sweater from Target. Cheetah is a staple in my wardrobe so I threw on my cheetah print pumps and new favorite bag, that is currently doubling as my book bag! The finishing touches on the look were my cranberry lips (Hang Up by Mac) and jewelry.

So, what do you think? 

Going Green To A Cocktail Party

                 

Dress: Belk / Earrings: Francesca's Collection/ Shoes: c/o deb / Clutch: Victoria Secret via Goodwill 

So a few weeks ago I got invited to attend a Blogger Cocktail Party at Saks 5th Avenue and leading up to the event, I had no idea what to wear. I just turned 21 in May and had never been (invited) to a cocktail party before. I've been crazy busy with school here lately so I didn't have a chance to go shopping for anything until the night before. I strolled into Belk at 8:43 p.m. and in 17 minutes flat lucked up on this gorgeous jewel tone stunner. 

The moment I saw it hanging on the rack, I knew that it would go perfectly with the emerald earrings  I purchased earlier this summer at Francesca's. They were on clearance for $5! For a little fun, I added my new cheetah print pumps from Deb and my glittery Victoria Secret clutch. I felt so glamorous! 

I think part of the reason I was so attracted to this dress is because Emerald is my birth stone. I can't wear to it again, perhaps for a more casual occasion. Check back in tomorrow for a recap of the Saks Beauty Event and insider tips on Fall Beauty Trends!