All About the Pleats

Getting ready to start a new work week and decided to do a little blogging! I'm really trying to keep up my goal of more posts this year (at least 3 a month - which I missed in February, whoops) so help keep me honest!

This skirt was love at first sight.  I was in the Limited for the first time in a really long time styling a client for a campaign she was doing with them. I was pleasantly surprised by the number of cute (and affordable) pieces they had, plus we got an extra 20% off , so I indulged in a few things.  This skirt was my first pick.  Rich color, pleated details, (faux) leather  - what's not to love? These details created a nice juxtaposition of feminine and edgy, and, as I've gotten older, I've really come to appreciate pieces that outlast more than one season.  I love pieces that dabble in a trend but still have classic hues and shapes. I kept the rest of the look romantically neutral with a blush wrap blouse and nude pumps.  Love how these colors came together, so you'll probably see this color combo from me again! Get into the deets below and thanks for stopping by! Go out and slay this week. :)

 Outfit Details:

Wrap Blouse:  Loft 324 (Sold Out) Similar Here

Pleated Skirt: The Limited Get Here & Similar Here

Heels:  BCBG D'orsay Pumps Get Here

Prints

I typically keep my outfits centered around solid colors but decided to mix it up a little with this post. This skirt was another find from the Altuzarra for Target collection a few years ago.  As a lover of pencil skirts and high slits, we were a match made in heaven.  I kept the remainder of the outfit simple with a denim shirt and nude pumps.  Unless I'm having a truly bold moment and decide to mix prints (gasp), this is typically how I style my prints - keeping the print item as the focal point.  Try it out with some of the pieces below and make it your own.  Thanks for stopping by and have a fabulous week!

Outfit Details:

Shirt: New York & Company Similar Here or Here

Skirt:  Altuzarra for Target Similar Here

Nude Pumps:  BCBG D'orsay Get Here

Versatility

The weather has been a little unpredictable lately, especially down here in the South.  All these unexpected temp changes can foil the most thoughtful outfit plans.  With this post, I wanted to show a little versatility to help in times like these.  This look centers around a plaid shirt dress I picked up in the fall from H&M.  These dresses can be tricky as the pattern and style could give you pajama realness pretty easily if not executed properly.  This one is aided by a sash at the waist which provides waist definition and adds a detail often not included in the sleepwear equivalent.  My original plan for this look paired the dress with suede over the knee boots.  A nice look, but not optimal for really cold or much warmer weather.  So, for colder times, I layered on my fave wool coat (see how I wore before here).  In addition to its functionality, the coat added polish to the look, making it a little more interesting and a little dressier.  For warmer weather, I lost the boots and the coat and added classic white Converse sneakers.  This instantly created a much more casual and relaxed look.  So no matter the weather or your mood, a cute shirt dress (not necessarily plaid) can be the perfect starting point. Hope this gives you some ideas and thanks for stopping by!

Outfit Details

Dress:  H&M (Get Here)

Boots: Steve Madden (Get Here)

Coat: Asos (Similar Here)

Shoes:  Converse

Cupid

If you follow my blog, you may be able to tell that dresses make me happy.  This one is no exception (and as an added plus, this one made my boyfriend happy too).  As such, it was the perfect pick for Valentine's Day.  The soft fabric, deep rouge color, and wrap design all added romantic touches, creating such a classically sexy silhouette. I picked this up a couple of years ago when Altuzarra partnered with Target, and I'm so glad I did.  Paired with the sexy stiletto of So Kates, the look was just what I wanted - sexy yet sophisticated.  Happy Valentine's Day and be sure to let somebody know you love them today - the world could use a little love. :)

Outfit Details:

Dress:  Altuzarra Similar Here

Shoes:  So Kate Similar Here