wear it - Denim Denim dooo it

Thank goodness it's finally warm outside! To celebrate, I broke another rule, denim on denim AND black shoes after Easter.

Denim Top- My new blue denim top is one of my favorites! For some reason, I like this one buttoned all the way up to the top. If you don't feel completely comfortable with the 90's tie-up style, then you can always tie a lower knot or wear even higher waist shorts/jeans. (I feel like this look can be super classy- but easily trashy, so maybe ask a friend to tell you the honest truth, "Is this way too much belly? I'm not trying to be Britney Spears," is a good way to phrase it.)

Denim Shorts- Black denim shorts, high waist, really cool buttons, you can't go wrong! I think I got these at Macy's.

Shoes- My go-to black, slip on, (non)smoker slippers. I wear these little loafers with anything from business dresses to denim shorts.

Details- I will never be over red lips, add a punch of color with your lips, nails, or both.

wear it - busy blazer

I never know what the technical rules of fashion are and I sort of feel like these days there are no rules! So forget that you aren't 'supposed' to wear black shoes- or black in general after Easter. If New Yorkers can wear black year round, then so can the rest of us.

This is my model/love of my Nashville life/#fellowtallgirlproblems, Sandra, you may see her on here ruling the world in fun clothes.











Blazer - This busy-patterned blazer is one of my favorite pieces, it can be dressed up and worn to work or paired with fun shorts like this.

Shoes - The black boot heels are definitely in my top 5 favorite shoes I own. I know that April isn't exactly black boot season, but I am sure it is snowing somewhere still (shout out to my Michigan fam!), so I think that justifies us to wear boots anywhere!

Shorts - The shorts are amazing! Plain black shorts are great, but there is something really cool when you mix patterns and this is a subtle way to do that.

Tee - I am not normally a printed tee fan, but I am warming up to the idea. I feel like there is a way to have a printed tee and keep it classy (ex: the neon fishing shirts sold in every gas station in the South, do not count as classy). I really liked the girliness of the LOVE shirt mixed with dark colors and boots.

Wear it - Fur and jeans at the office

I never liked how the fashion/retail world seemed to introduce summer clothes way too soon, especially because I grew up mostly in the North where it could snow until May. If we ignore winter, it still doesn't go away. I now live in the South and it is still below freezing! So how does one survive the I-have-already-worn-this-winter-outfit-a-million-times blues? Visit a thrift/vintage store and get a fur (or faux fur) coat to spice up your wardrobe.

I will admit, I did not even want to try this on, but once I did I fell in love. What other coat makes you feel like a hug from a bear at all times and super glamorous at the same time?...How magical!

You can get a fur coat fairly cheap and you can have it tailored to fit perfectly.

Pair a fur coat with jeans, heels and briefcase bag to make work-friendly ( mine was $3.50 from a thrift shop in Michigan- Copper Nail...you amaze me every visit!) Casual Friday, office ready.

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Wear it - Classy winter layers

Every girl needs a classic peacoat and I absolutely love Jenna(my roommate)'s navy coat from J.Crew! Layer up with a striped shirt and a chunky knit cardigan for a nautical winter look.

High-waisted jeans, a belt and a really cute dog (that's my Millie!).

Brown boots with slouchy socks.

Soft natural curls pull this classic look together.

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Wear It - Cozy Winter Clothes

This is my sister, Danielle, mother of four and wife of a deployed solider, cozy casual is her go to style.

Pair high waisted black pants/leggings with black boots. Layer up with a cropped sweatshirt and oversized coat.

Add a bright or pattern scarf to bring the outfit to life. Top it off with a classic messy bun for functionality (running after kids) and a classic touch.

The little things- These vintage earrings she found at an antique mall are perfect.

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