Today's Everyday Fashion: Timeless Turtleneck

Inspiration: Express

The simplicity of this catalog photo caught my eye. She looks elegant and polished in a lightweight turtleneck, black trousers and simple black pumps. I had similar items in my closet, including a turtleneck that's approx. 8 years old. It's been sitting in a drawer for several years but I held onto it because 1. it still fit, 2. was in great shape, 3. was a simple, timeless style I knew I'd want to wear again someday. This kind of easy outfit is perfect for those days at work when you don't feel like getting creative and just want to throw something on!  

Turtleneck: Gap, old
Pants: Ann Taylor, $18 (similar)
Shoes: Charles David c/o (same, same)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Approx. dates: Turtleneck is 8 years ago. Watch is 5 years ago. Purse is 3 years ago. Pants are 2 years ago. Shoes are 1 year ago.

Amazon  /  Express  /  Forever 21 
Bluefly  /  Amazon  /  Amazon
Bluefly  /  Zappos  /  Buffalo

Today's Everyday Fashion: Day Date

Inspiration: Harper's Bazaar

Today I bring you a real life style scenario. One where your husband tells you he has a surprise for Valentine's Day. It's an outdoor activity and that's all he will disclose. I grabbed flat, practical shoes, a jacket over a t-shirt for layers, and a wool hat to keep me warm (and to conceal my hair - I skipped doing it that morning). It may not be super exciting but it was perfectly functional for a very fun day. My outfit was loosely inspired by Jennifer Aniston's look - I shared her photo for another outfit idea with a green military jacket!

ps. I wound up choosing this recent outfit for our dressy Valentine's dinner! 

Jacket: Gap, $52 (similar, similar, similar)
Tee: Forever 21, $16 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Jeans: Express, $37
Boots: Payless c/o, $30 (similar below)
Purse: Marc Jacobs/Saks Off 5th purse, $225 (similar)
Hat: Kohl's c/o, $11 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Tee and jacket are 3 years ago. Hat, jeans, boots and purse are within 6 months.

Macy's  /  Oneil  /  Madden Girl
Target  /  Target  /  Charlotte Russe
Forever 21  /  Joie  /  Tilly's

Today's Everyday Fashion: Sunshine Blog Awards

Inspiration: @stelladot

Today's outfit features one of my favorite combinations - a colorful blazer and statement necklace! (I recently shared a similar look here.) It's such an easy outfit to wear and put together. The inspiration photo proves it also looks great with a neutral blazer. 

Also -- I've been nominated for a Sunshine Blog Award. Pretty please, I would so appreciate your vote! Takes 2 seconds, no registration required. Go here to vote. Thank you!!

Blazer: Banana Republic, $35 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: J.Crew Factory, $30
Jeans: Express, $37
Shoes: Charles David c/o (same, same)
Purse: Marc Jacobs/Saks Off 5th purse, $225 (similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Blazer is 3 years ago. Shoes are 1 year ago. Purse, top and jeans are within the last 6 months.

Mango  /  J.Crew  /  BB Dakota  /  Forever 21
Ralph Lauren  /  WHBM  /  LOFT  /  Macy's
Shoptiques  /  Michael Kors  /  Shoptiques  /  H&M

Today's Everyday Fashion: Mixing Opposites

Inspiration: Laer Brand

What I love about this outfit is the juxtaposition of different genres. The button front shirt and tweed skirt are conservative, and the leather jacket and over the knee boots are rock n' roll. It's one of my favorite tricks for creating an outfit - mixing two opposites together!

Jacket: Victoria's Secret, $257 (similar, similar, similar)
Shirt: Ann Taylor c/o, old (similar, similar)
Skirt: LOFT, $36 (similar, similar)
Boots: ALDO, $199 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Necklace: Stella & Dot, old (similar)
Approx. dates: Skirt, shirt, purse and jacket are 3 years ago. Boots are 6 months ago.

And now, something that always makes me laugh... outtakes! These are three things that don't make taking photos any easier:
1. Wind
2. My hurrr
3. Agressive rainbows! ;-)

Today's Everyday Fashion: The Plaid Scarf

Inspiration: JCPenney

I love the meme that says "put on some gangsta rap and deal with it" and so today my saying for winter is "put on a plaid scarf and deal with it." When it's cold outside, just throw one of these puppies on over your sweater. It adds warmth, as well as an interesting pattern to your outfit. I've tried wearing them lots of ways and you really can't go wrong: draped over your shoulders, around the collar of your coat, or under a belt, like today's look. (One downside: from the back it's just a belt across your sweater, which can look a little funny.) How do you like wearing a plaid scarf?

Coat: MJR Sales c/o, old (similar, similar)
Sweater: Express, old (similar)
Scarf: Banana Republic, $23 (similar, similar, similar)
Jeans: Express, $37
Boots: Michael Kors/Macy's, $225 (<-- on sale for $103)
Belt: American Eagle, $5 (similar, similar) 
Hat: H&M, $30 (similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $220
Approx. dates: Sweater and belt are 8 years ago. Coat is 4 years ago. Boots and scarf are 1.5 years ago. Hat and purse are 6 months ago.

Aqua  /  JCPenney  /  ASOS
Banana  /  Betsey Johnson  /  Steve Madden
OpenSky  /  Aqua  /  Target

Today's Everyday Fashion: Another Day

Inspiration: @Songofstyle via Popsugar

Another day, another coat paired with a turtleneck. At least, that's how winter feels lately! When it's cold outside I can hardly think about style, I just want to be warm and cozy. This outfit is something I would throw on to run errands while we're in freezing temps here. Unlike some winter outfits where the coat covers the cute outfit underneath, the coat pretty much makes the outfit so you can leave it on wherever you go.

Coat: HSN c/o, old (similar below)
Sweater: HSN c/o, $20 (similar, similar)
Jeans: American Eagle, $37 (similar)
Shoes: Miss Me/Marshall's, $28 (similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Shoes and purse are 3 years ago. Jeans and coat are 1 year ago. Sweater is 6 months ago.

ASOS  /  Lord & Taylor  /  J.Crew  /  Nordstrom
ASOS  /  Missguided  /  JCPenney  /  J.Crew
Madewell  /  Gap  /  Lord & Taylor  /  LOFT

My Clothing Budget Update and 5 Year Review

This is everything I bought with my clothing budget since my last budget post on December 5! It's an average of approx. 7 items and $215 per month. I did not wind up purchasing a lot of sale items during the after-Christmas sales like I predicted, and I also didn't wind up getting the "investment" items like I had planned. (Unfortunately jeans shopping and leather jacket shopping didn't go so hot.) Instead, it was a mix of items I love in a middle price range, from a wide variety of stores. For more details on budget posts, why I do them and what they include see my last budget post and check out "How to Set a Clothing Budget." 

ROW 1
1. Forever 21 tee, $16
2. Saks Off Fifth top, $30
3. Banana Republic top, $39
4. Limited sweater, $15

ROW 2
5. Forever 21 top, $20
6. Zara flats, $50 (similar)
7. H&M top, $35 (similar)

ROW 3
8. Forever 21 sweater, $20
9. Forever 21 top, $18 (similar)
10. ASOS sweater, $19
11. Dillard's dress, $24

ROW 4
12. New York & Co. dress, $22 (similar)
13. Charlotte Russe dress, $47
14. Express jeans, $37
15. Express jeans, $37

Total = $429

Now that we're caught up on recent budget activities, here's a quick review of my entire 5 years worth of budget posts (archived in my How To tab). I recently looked through all the posts and it was really eye opening. I never planned to do a 5 year review, but now that I'm looking back I think it could be valuable for anyone to keep track of and learn from the clothes they buy. My observations:

• The review left me feeling... guilty. I hate being wasteful more than anything. But there were many items that I did not wear "enough," and/or wouldn't wear again today. Lots of strikes. Too many. This shocked me - I hardly go a day without sporting something that's 3-5 years old. I thought (wrongly) that I still loved and wore every single thing I had ever bought. I do have a good amount old things but not nearly as many (% wise) as I thought.
• The age of the item mattered. Is this an actual improvement in my shopping decisions over time, or will it always be the case that you love newer items in your closet more? From budget posts in 2011, I averaged only 1-2 things that I'd wear today. From budget posts in 2015, I liked a higher percentage but still not all of it. I set a clothing budget so that I’m only spending a set amount of money - but what I buy within that budget matters, too. For the sake of being frugal, for the sake of the environment, I want to be buying things I'll wear for 10-20 years. (Maybe that's asking too much from my clothes? What lifespan should we expect?)
• I tried to find commonalities - what was it about the items I still wear and like? Solid colors did better than prints overall (but not always), and concert tees, special occasion dresses, and stripes fared well (but not always). Fabric was hugely important. Anything leather (purses, shoes, jacket), boucle or lace, was still loved, as well as any fabrics that held up well after washing. (I'm convinced they add something to clothes to make them look nice until you wash them. Companies do this with sheets, so it may actually be true.)   

The biggest takeaway: I have more questions than answers. Sometimes I wish that fashion fit into formulas to make it easy to know what to wear and what to buy. I think it matters to be mindful of what we buy - to set a budget and to aim to not be wasteful within that budget. But I don't know that, at least for me, clothes shopping will ever be something that I master with ease. In so many ways fashion is an art, and it's messy. One thing I can count on - my love for studying that art, and for seeking out helpful tips for getting dressed and sharing them, will keep me curious. There's always so much more to be learned! 

What are some clothes shopping "lessons" you've mastered? Or mishaps you've learned from?

Today's Everyday Fashion: Jeans Shopping

Inspiration: Lord & Taylor

The thought of jeans shopping makes me want to crawl back into bed. One of my least favorite activities, but I've had "find really good jeans" on my to-do list for years (yes, years). I have a pair of bootcut Hudson's from 8-9 years ago that still look as good as they day I bought them, and that's the kind of success I've been hoping to repeat. So I stopped by Nordstrom and tried on 40 pairs of designer jeans recently. I narrowed it down to two pairs - one pair the wash was perfect but the pockets weren't in the right place, and the other the pockets were good but not the wash. I wondered if I was just being cheap and not wanting to spend $200 on jeans, but I asked myself this question: "Would you buy these jeans if they were $30?" Nope! So I left empty handed. They didn't have any Hudson's to try on at Nordstrom that day, so my next step was to order these online:

Hudson  /  Hudson

The fit was great, but I was expecting top quality for $200 a pop. The material felt thin and not necessarily something that would hold up for a decade, so I sent them back, disappointed. At the same time, I ordered the Express jeans I'm wearing in today's pictures. And guess what? A random, $37 pair of jeans I ordered on a whim were a thicker and nicer material. I think it would be easier to have absolutes in fashion. Such as, I once had a great pair of Hudson's so that trick must work again... but unfortunately it's not always the case. I've talked about being brand blind in the past - don't let the fancy jeans fool you into thinking they are great, and don't let the not fancy jeans not impress you. Ultimately it doesn't matter what the label says. So it's $37 jeans for the win... this time.

Jacket: LOFT, $43 (similar below)
Top: C. Wonder, $37 (similar, similar)
Jeans: Express, $37
Belt: Limited, $20 (similar)
Shoes: Zara, $50 (similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Jacket, purse and belt are 3 years ago. Top is 2 years ago. Jeans and shoes are recent.

Dillard's  /  Lord & Taylor  /  Boden
Banana  /  ASOS  /  Amazon
Calvin Klein  /  LOFT  /  Lord & Taylor

Today's Everyday Fashion: Simple Things

Inspiration: Charlotte Russe

Sometimes it's the simple things in fashion that make the biggest impact. Like the gray turtleneck I'm wearing. It's nothing grand, but I have a feeling I'm going to wear it for years to come, and it was on only $19 in the after season sales. It makes an easy outfit when paired with old favorites like an ivory coat and a gray wool hat, inspired by today's catalog photo! 

Coat: Banana Republic, $130 (similar, similar)
Sweater: ASOS, $19
Jeans: JCPenney, $30
Boots: Chinese Laundry c/o, $50 (same, similar)
Purse: Vince Camuto/Macy's, $112 (same, similar)
Hat: H&M, $30 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Coat is 8 years ago. Purse and boots are 2 years ago. Hat and jeans are 6 months ago. Sweater is new.

Nordstrom  /  Nordstrom  /  JCPenney  /  6pm.com
ASOS  /  Lulu's  /  Amazon
Vince Camuto  /  JCPenney  /  Steve Madden

Valentine's Giveaway with REEDS Jewelers

Alex and Ani “Love Set”

This Valentine’s Day I’ve teamed up with REEDS Jewelers for a fun giveaway! In today’s outfit photos, I’m wearing the Alex and Ani “Love Set” bracelets in rose gold. Nothing says love more than a charm that literally says “love,” and the rose gold color pairs perfectly with blush pink for any Valentine’s Day outfit. (ps. My wedding bands are also from REEDS!)

You can enter to win this same Alex and Ani “Love Set” by filling out the Rafflecopter box below. Wear it with your Valentine’s Day outfit, or give it to a loved one or a friend as a sweet surprise. For tons more gift ideas, check out my favorite REEDS picks $28-599 below!

What will you do with the bracelet set if you win?
 

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Ring  /  Ring  /  Necklace  /  Necklace  /  Necklace
Necklace  /  Necklace  /  Necklace  /  Bracelet
Bracelet set  /  Bracelet  /  Bracelet

Today’s post is brought to you by REEDS Jewelers. All images, editorial decisions, and opinions are solely my own.

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Today's Everyday Fashion: Uniform

Inspiration: @Vivaluxuryblog via Popsugar

This outfit has been on repeat lately! I found the inspiration photo after the fact, but wanted to include it to show another interpretation. If I had to pick a uniform for casual occasions/weekend, then a graphic tee, jeans and a leather jacket would definitely be it. Would you wear this look casually? What's your weekend uniform?

Jacket: Victoria's Secret, $257 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Tee: Forever 21, $16
Jeans: A&F c/o, old (similar)
Boots: Report/Piperlime, $10 (same)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Leather jacket is 4 years ago. Jeans, purse and boots are 3 years ago. Tee is recent.

One  /  Two  / Three
Four  / Five  /  Six
Seven  /  Eight  / Nine

Today's Everyday Fashion: White Jeans in Winter

Inspiration: Rosetta Getty via Whowhatwear

White jeans in winter?! Yes, yes, and more yes. When I lived in Boston so many moons ago, I used to wear outfits much like this one when there was a light dusting of snow. I think white can be a great neutral for winter. White jeans may not feel right paired with a hot pink top and sandals right now, but it does feel seasonally appropriate when paired with a heavy coat and boots. I'd love to hear how you wear it though - do you wear white jeans in winter?

Jacket: Jane c/o, $33 (similar, similar)
Shirt: Banana Republic, $30 (similar, similar)
Jeans: Express, $37
Belt: Limited, $20 (similar, similar, similar)
Boots: Michael Kors/Macy's, $225 (<-- on sale for $103!)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $220
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Belt is 4 years ago. Shirt is 3 years ago. Jacket, jeans, purse and boots are within the last 6 months.

Top, Skirt  /  Dress  /  Dress

Top  /  Top  /  Dress  /  Belt
Dress  /  Blazer  /  Jacket  /  Sweater

Also - the yellow floral pattern in this latest Target collaboration caught my eye! A lot of items are already sold out online, so I headed to my local store yesterday to try some things on (pretty much everything was still in stock there). Quality was great in some cases - the items pictured were nice and the striped sweater and bow blouse were almost too heavy (for Florida at least). In other cases (leather jacket, army jacket, basic tee) I wasn't impressed with the quality. I didn't get anything this round, but I'm still so loving that gorgeous yellow print!

Today's Everyday Fashion: Two Ways

Inspiration: Nineteenth Amendment at Macy's

The inspiration photo sparked an idea to put this necklace and top together. I simply couldn't decide which direction I wanted to go with it though - for the office (above) or for weekend (below), so I did both! The two outfits wound up looking so different you hardly even notice what they have in common. I recommend this strategy for any of your work tops. Buy ones that you can also use on weekends and style casually! Which outfit is your favorite? 

Look 1
Cardigan: Banana Republic, $22 (similar, similar)
Top: Banana Republic, old (similar, similar)
Skirt: J.Crew, $45 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Nine West c/o, old (similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $220
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Top is 8 years ago. Skirt is 4 years ago. Cardigan and shoes are 3 years ago. Purse is recent.

Look 2
Jacket: Banana Republic, $150 (similar, similar)
Top: Banana Republic, old (similar, similar)
Jeans: A&F c/o, old (similar)
Shoes: J.Crew Factory, $48 (similar, similar)
Purse: Ross c/o, $22 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Top is 8 years ago. Jacket is 6 years ago. Jeans are 3 years ago. Shoes and purse are 1 year ago.

Today's Everyday Fashion: Gray Leather Jacket

Inspiration: Splash via Harper's

This isn't so much an outfit post as it is show and tell with a new gray leather jacket! (I threw on a t-shirt and jeans for the photos.) I wear my black leather jacket more than any other item in my closet, so I've been wanting to add a gray leather jacket as another option. When I spotted that this Michael Kors jacket was on super sale (down to $198 from $495), I decided to order it online. It's gorgeous in person; the leather is so soft it's almost suede. It's incredibly heavy and warm though - the thing must weigh 10 pounds! I can't imagine wearing it to run errands or even keeping it on during dinner due to the weight, so sadly I think it's going back. I highly recommend it for anyone in a colder climate though! And stay tuned later this week for a 5-year review of all my budget posts and what I've learned about making purchasing decisions like these. Would you keep this jacket?

Jacket: Michael Kors, $198 (same)
T-shirt: Winnie & Kat c/o, old (similar)
Jeans: American Eagle, $37 (similar)
Shoes: Charles David c/o (same, same)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Purse is 3 years ago. Jeans and shoes are 1 year ago. T-shirt is 6 months ago. Jacket is new.

Macy's  /  Shoptiques  /  BB Dakota  /  Calvin Klein
BB Dakota  /  Amazon  /  Amazon
Nasty Gal  /  Bloomingdale's  /  Clavin Klein  /  Blank

Today's Everyday Fashion: Winter White

Inspiration: Stephanie Sterjovski via Sole Society email

I love this idea of wearing a winter white turtleneck and jeans with a brown purse and booties. The turtleneck is new - picked up during a quick run to the mall last week for only $15 (no coupon). I'm a huge fan of a sleeveless turtleneck like hers. They are great for layering (I ordered #3 below, on sale for $19), but a warmer sweater with sleeves is also perfect for the weather we've been having lately. What's your turtleneck preference - sleeves or no sleeves? 

Sweater: Limited, $15
Jeans: Express, $37
Boots: HCB c/o, old (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: JCPenney c/o, $42
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Boots are 3 years ago. Purse is recent. Sweater and jeans are new.

BCBG  /  White House  /  ASOS  /  Macy's
ASOS  /  Lulu's  /  Forever 21  /  J.Crew
Express  /  Macy's /  Lulu's

Today's Everyday Fashion: The Sequin Jacket

Inspiration: Calvin Klein

This old sequin jacket has been on my list of items to "wear again soon." I kept the rest of the outfit simple and paired it with a black tee, dark skinnies, and black pumps. I love a good moto jacket and one with sequins gives it that little extra something fun for date night or a night out!

Jacket: Express c/o MJR Sales, old (similar below)
Tee: LaMixx c/o, $24
Jeans: Express, $37
Shoes: Charles David c/o (same, same)
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270 (similar, similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Necklaces: Banana, $10 and My Stella & Dot
Bracelet/ring: My Stella & Dot
Ring: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Jacket is 4 years ago. Purse and tee are 3 years ago. Shoes are 1 year ago. Jeans are new.

NM Last Call  /  Rachel Roy  /  Rent the Runway
Rachel Roy  /  Off Fifth  /  Off Fifth
ASOS  /  Yook  /  Rent the Runway

Color Me ModCloth

Top, Skirt

Top, Skirt

Dress

Dress

Skirt

Skirt

Colorful. It’s the first word I think of when describing my own personal style. I crave color and I love playing around with different color combinations in my closet! So taking part in the Color Me ModCloth campaign was an easy “yes” – I already had several of these rainbow items waiting in my cart!

Today’s post features three outfits I put together using four items from ModCloth’s own brand: a mustard skirt with an off-shoulder rainbow stripe shirt, a silky pale blue striped dress with included yellow belt, and a pastel rainbow skirt (paired with my own blush top). All four items are available in XS-4X sizes and I would be remiss to pick a favorite because I love all three looks so much!

Which colorful outfit do you like the best?

Cardigan  /  Dress  /  Dress  /  Dress
Dress  /  Skirt  /  Dress  /  Top
Skirt  /  Dress  /  Shoes  /  Dress

Today’s post is brought to you by ModCloth and ShopStyle. All images, editorial decisions, and opinions are solely my own.

Today's Everyday Fashion: Yellow

It was the accidental timing of acquiring both a yellow necklace and a yellow shirt around the same time that made me think of this outfit idea. This shirt's best quality is perhaps the ruffled sleeves, but for chilly weather I liked the idea of layering it under a green military jacket paired with bootcut jeans I've had for approximately 8 years. Truth be told, I think I may have finally outgrown these jeans (the rise is so low!) and I may also exchange this top for the ivory or black color. But the necklace combo is staying, more on that below!

Jacket: Conversation Pieces c/o, $45 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: Banana Republic, $39
Jeans: Hudson/Filene's Basement, $70 (similar)
Belt: Limited, $15 (similar, similar)
Boots: Chinese Laundry c/o, old (similar, similar)
Purse: Ross c/o, $22 (similar, similar, similar)
Necklaces: My Stella & Dot One, Two
Approx. dates: Jeans are 8 years ago. Boots and jacket are 3 years ago. Belt and purse are 6 months ago. Top is new.

@StellaDot

My absolute favorite place for jewelry - Stella & Dot.
 These are spring 2016 new arrivals, including today's necklaces!

Today's Everyday Fashion: Schoolgirl

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Inspiration: @blairEadiebee via popsugar

You might be thinking... "hey that skirt is pretty short." Because I'm thinking that too! In hindsight I'd like this look better with a longer skirt, or at least some tights. (Coincidentally, a longer version of this skirt is on my wish list - I gathered some options below.) This outfit has a school girl vibe and it's a bit whimsical, but it's what initially drew me to the idea. It's fun knowing items in your closet can come together in such a different way, no matter the outcome!

Blazer: C. Wonder, $90 (similar, similar)
Shirt: H&M, $29 (similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Bloomingdale's c/o, $68 (similar below)
Boots: ALDO, $199 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Marc Jacobs/Saks Off 5th purse, $225 (similar)
Sunglasses: Express, $18 (similar)
Approx. dates: Blazer is 2 years ago. Shirt and skirt are 6 months ago. Purse and boots are recent.

Charlotte Russe  /  White House Black Market  /  Lulu's
Forever 21  /  Charlotte Russe  /  Charlotte Russe
Eliza J  /  Fashion to Figure  /  Forever 21

Today's Everyday Fashion: The Fringe Sweater

I'm so completely guilty of wearing and re-wearing this same, basic combo: a white/ivory top and jeans with cognac and turquoise accents! It's easy to throw on and it's a combo I never tire of inventing and re-inventing. (See my last attempt here.) Today's version features a new addition to my closet - a super soft fringe sweater. I love this idea for winter, and some warmer options in this same style are below for everyone living up north!

Sweater: Forever 21, $20
Jeans: Express, $30 (similar, similar)
Purse: JCPenney c/o $36 (similar, similar, similar)
Boots: Chinese Laundry c/o, old (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot
Earrings: My Stella & Dot
Ring: My Stella & Dot
Approx. dates: Boots are 3 years ago. Jeans are 1 year ago. Clutch is recent. Sweater is new.

Forever 21  /  Jessica Simpson  /  Line & Dot
Topshop  /  Nasty Gal  /  LOFT
Macy's  /  Dynamite  /  Shopbop