Going Green!

E here, today's outfit was inspired by the bold, lively colors of spring. I love walking out of the house and seeing all of the lush greens, reds, yellows, oranges, pinks, etc. as plants and flowers start coming alive. Like mother nature, my wardrobe is gradually lightening up and beginning to bloom. After all, what better way to dive into spring then with a bold pop of color?



. You might recognize the top that I'm wearing from my latest thrift haul. It was brand new when I bought it. As I mentioned in the thrift haul, you can find a lot brand new items that are donated by stores like Target and Old Navy. This particular piece was part of an exclusive collection that Philip Lim did with Target.



I love this top because it looks very sophisticated. The detailed beading on the collar gives the top a little extra sparkle, and ultimately makes it look more expensive than it actually is. After all, who doesn't love a little extra sparkle? Plus, the great thing about black is that it goes with everything. Black is flattering on virtually every body type. In addition to having a LBD (little black dress,) it doesn't hurt to also have a LBT (little black top) in your closet!



Thrifted items; black peplum top: Philip Lim for Target $4.99 (Goodwill,) green trench coat: Calvin Klein $29.99 (Goodwill,) jeans: Else $9.99 (Goodwill,) flats: Tahari $9.99 (Goodwill.) Non-thrifted items; Ella James $7.99 (Fred Meyer.)

As I've stated in the past, you can find gems like these adorable flats at the thrift store.They were practically brand new when I bought them. You just have to keep an eye out constantly, and you too will find some great pieces.Well that's all for today. Happy thrifting!See you next time!

-E

Viva Las Vegas - Day Three: Parisian [Pt.1]

 

 

E here, the inspiration for my day three vacation outfit was Parisian. [All I needed was a beret.] On this day we ate lunch at the spectacular Paris hotel and casino. Personally, it's one of my favorite hotels. I love everything about Paris; the atmosphere, the décor, the feeling that you're walking down a cobbled street in Paris. The piѐce de résistance? Why, the food of course!  Let me tell you, the deserts did not disappoint. My eyes nearly bulged out of their sockets when I saw the macaroons and crème brûlée. J'adore macaroons! It's ok to indulge yourself once and a while right? 

 

 

[ Even the décor at the buffet was exquisite!]

 

 

[Macaroon Eiffel Tower]

 

 

[Macaroons, crème brûlée, fruit tart. Mouth watering isn't it?]

 

 

What I love about wearing stripes is that they go with just about anything. This black and white top was such a great find because it looks classy with anything. The cut and fabric of the top reminds me of the sort of fashion that you would see a style icon like Audrey Hepburn wearing back in the day. 

 

Thrifted items; stripe tank: Cyrus $4.99 (Goodwill,) cardigan: Banana Republic $7.99 (Goodwill,) flats: Tahari $9.99 (Goodwill.) Non-thrifted items; skirt: Joe B $10 (Fred Meyer,) necklace: Fred Meyer $7.99.

 

 

Mixing prints and textures is a fun way to create a personal style statement. Here, the black and white stripes tie in very well with the monochromatic floral print skirt, creating a cohesive look. Furthermore, by wearing black tights, you can really dress up an outfit and make it look more sophisticated.

 

For a pop of color, I wore a chunky, colorful necklace to play against the rich black and white tones of the outfit. When you mix prints you don't want to overwhelm the outfit with too much jewelry and accessories. By wearing a piece of statement jewelry, I'm able to tie the outfit together as well as add a splash of color. That's it for this portion. Check back soon for photos of my evening outfits, and tips for how to pack for special events.

 -E