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Feeling Fresh with NY and Co.!

The saying less is more is a statement that I try to follow through all parts of my life.  Whether it comes to trying to not eat a large pizza alone or attempting to do a smokey eye and it looks like I am part of the Walking Dead zombie cast.

Photo Cred: Pedro Blanco
Earrings, Francesca’s, under $30

This especially comes more into play in terms of my wardrobe.  I definitely would not classify myself as a minimalist, but I do try to keep a routine of when I purchase a new dress, accessory, or shoe that means that one or more needs to filter out. Not just putting it in a bin and up to the attic it goes more like consigning them, selling on Poshmark, or donating to an amazing cause like Dress for Success.  As we all know life can get in the way sometimes of this what feels like an amazing routine so I have been getting into the mode of purchasing pieces that have a unique touch, but can be paired with more than just one item in my closet.

Pants, NY & Co. under $50 | Shoes, Steve Madden Outlets, under $30

That is where these black ankle pants from New York and Co. comes into play! What I love about this pant is that it picks up so many colors from the detail in the calf of red, white, blue, green, and pink that it can pair perfect with your basic white tee or dressed up with a red blouse like I have pictured! Even if your wardrobe has more of a neuteral color scheme and you want to turn it up a notch without going too far outside your comfort zone this is perfect for you. So I don’t think I will be taking this pant out of the rotation any time soon! Keep scrolling to check out these other pieces that I spotted online that are classic looks with a bit of unique detail for full versatility.

Purse, Current Boutique, under $100 | Watch, Current Boutique, under $100 | Top, Nordstrom Rack, under $40

 

  

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   Steve Madden Women's Irenee Two-Piece Block-Heel Sandals

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Part 2- Weekend Dress Ready with Michael Kors

Part 2, part 2, part 2…hooray for part 2 on what was my favorite work dress by Michael Kors has also turned into my favorite weekend dress as well! I would like to think this was because I am a skilled magician, no it is just that Michael Kors is a fashion guru and made this look happen.  So if you read my post last week you should be well versed in my obsession with the versatility and detail of this dress.  Also, the poly blend material is perfect for transitioning from a day to night look.  So unfortunately the looks I got below were on sale and are not currently on those brands websites so I linked below pieces that you can recreate this look!

What are your favorite brands that transition great from day to night? Comment below!

Photo Cred: Just Janeeka Photography

Dress, TJ Maxx, under $50 I Jacket, Target, under $40 I Purse, TJ Maxx, $16 I Shoes, TJ Maxx, under $40
Dress, TJ Maxx, under $50 I Jacket, Target, under $40 I Purse, TJ Maxx, $16 I Shoes, TJ Maxx, under $40

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tjx mf68wf03gz-0001_2  50252626 Studded Tassel Saddle Bag

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Part 1- Office Ready with Michael Kors

I am sure you can tell by the title, yes this is a two part post! I know you are all bracing yourselves on the edge of your seat for what is to come for this look next week, but for now you will just need to hear me blab for part 1.

So I want to introduce you to my little friend he goes by the name of…Michael Kors.  Chic? Yes. Comfy? Yes. Confident? Yes. Affordable? Yes.  These basically would be my my responses if I had a one minute interview with Oprah about his line of clothing, a girl can dream! The look I am giving today is for an office ready combination with a black casual blazer and ankle wedges.  The one feature that I am obsessed with on this dress is the sinched center in the front.  It gives me a little bit more of that coverage to hide those pesky control top shorts lines that can sometimes show through on form fitting looks. I like to think if this dress could talk it would be saying, “peek a boo, can’t see this tummy beau!” Now I am thinking about that one commercial with the talking belly buttons, ok too far.

So here is the scoop, I got this dress last season from TJ Maxx for under $50 and the blazer for under $50 at Nordstrom Rack.  Since I am unable to give you guys the link to shop this look I am going to give you my suggestions on how to “recreate” this look. Scroll down to view and stay tuned for next week when I give this look a more casual twist!

Photo Cred: Just Janeekacath7

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Target I $25.00
Target I $25.00

Belted Wrap Dress by Michael Kors Women's Sam & Libby Shae Quarter Strap Sandals Easy Blazer

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Totesally!

So we have all been at the point in our lives when we go through what I like to call “spring simplifying.” For me it is more along the lines of slimming down my closet, canceling my account on Netflix, and going on a no carb diet.  Then before I know it a week later I have 3 new dresses from TJ Maxx, I have signed up again for Netflix AND Hulu, and I find myself stirring a large bowl of pasta.  It is a vicous, vicous, stylish, and carbo loaded cycle. Alas! I have broken the cycle and decided to take baby steps.

If you recall my post from a couple of months back about my resolution of taking in a nice bag means donating bags that have not been used in 2 years.  Well, I have stuck to that resolution and am donating to a great cause at the same time, win win! So here is how it went down. I made a little trip to TJ Maxx to buy a gift for a friend and of course in a blink of an eye I find myself in the purse section!  I then layed my eyes on this amazing retro tropical vibed tote and I could not resist and it was under $30! The size is perfect to throw in your laptop for work, gym clothes for Zumba, or perfect for carrying that bottle of wine and ice cream home from 7 eleven in a very incognito fashion.

In terms of outfit pairings with a bold tote keep it simple, just like my “spring simplifying.”  You do want your outfit to be in competition like DJ and Stephanie Tanner from Full House. Ok, had to mention that since I watched Fuller House yesterday and yes I am obsessed. I like to keep it basic with black, whites, or greys as the perfect complement to any statement bag or tote.

Share with me your favorite statement bag finds for this spring!

Photo Cred: Ellie B on a Budget

 

Blazer, TJ Maxx, $40 I Watch, Michael Kors Consignment, $75 I Tote, TJ Maxx, $30 I Jeans, Royalty for Me, $60 I Shoes, Old Navy, $20
Blazer, TJ Maxx, $40 I Watch, Michael Kors Consignment, $75 I Tote, TJ Maxx, $30 I Jeans, Royalty for Me, $60 I Shoes, Old Navy, $20

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