Today's Everyday Fashion: Minty Fresh

Inspiration: Pinterest

My enthusiastic, year-long hunt for the perfect pair of mint jeans is over... and it resulted in me owning not one, but two pairs. (These and the Gap Skimmers.) I normally wouldn't buy two items that are so similar, but lately my shopping planning hasn't been so much planning as winging it. Everybody makes mistakes (if I could go back, I would've held out for the Gap pair), but mistakes that result in twice the minty fresh denim fun can hardly be penalized in my book. ;-) What are your favorite denim colors for spring? Would you wear mint + leopard?

Shirt: Moda c/o MJR Sales, $17 (old)

Jeans: Forever 21, $25

Necklace: Red Dress Boutique  c/o

Shoes: Nine West c/o, $62 (similar, similar)
Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3

Piperlime / Anne Klein / Charlotte Russe Victoria's Secret  /  Buffalo  /  Victoria's Secret Forever 21  /  Rsvp  /  Obey

Today's Everyday Fashion: Pattern Play

Inspiration: Pinterest

I loved the pattern top paired with bright colors in the inspiration photo. Since the picture doesn't show the rest of the outfit, my imagination was full of possibilities for the bottom half. Black jeans, yellow shoes? White jeans, pink shoes? Or, what I wound up wearing, dark denim and turquoise shoes. How would you finish this outfit?

Cardigan: H&M, $18 (similar, similar)

Shirt: H&M, $25 (similar, similar, similar)

Jeans: H&M, $32 (similar, similar, similar, similar)

Shoes: Forever 21, $22

Necklace: Shop Ethereal c/o, $25

Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3

Amazon  /  Steve Madden  /  Guess Ivanka Trump  /  Urban Outfitters  /  Guess

Win a Pair of Gap Skimmers! [now closed]

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I featured five different outfits with my favorite mint Gap Skimmers last week - and now it's your chance to score a pair of your own! This week, when you try on a pair of Skimmers in Gap stores, you will receive $20 off regularly-priced styles.* Even cooler, I've teamed up with Gap to give away a $50 AmEx giftcard so that you can pick up a pair of Skimmers on us. To enter, do one or both of the following:

1. Comment on this post.

2. Post this on Twitter: I just entered to win a pair of @Gap Skimmers from @jseverydayfash! http://bit.ly/XQLfimT

Each will count as one entry (maximum two entries per person). I will randomly select and notify a winner on Friday, March 1. Thanks for entering!

*Certain restrictions apply on the promotion, see store associates for details. This is a sponsored post.


Congrats to our winner!

Today's Everyday Fashion: Skirt Trick

Inspiration: Nasty Gal

Same dress x 4

I wore this for a speaking engagement in Tallahassee yesterday! (It was for my VISIT FLORIDA gig.) I was craving the cobalt skirt + necklace combo, and Dalmatian print felt like the perfect print to combine it with. I only have a Dalmatian dress, and while I love wearing dresses as tops, this is the first time I've tried one with a fitted pencil skirt (I usually go for a fuller skirt, like so). The dress adds some warmth, and also gets rid of any hints of VPL, but it made my skirt a bit tighter and I had to make sure the dress stayed in position throughout the day. In the end, I could hardly tell I was wearing a dress and I don't think anyone would've ever guessed, so it's a trick I plan to try again. Do you ever wear dresses as shirts? 

Dress (worn as shirt): H&M, $30

Cardigan: Express, old

Skirt: Limited, $35 (similar, similar, similar, similar, similar)

Necklace: Francesca's Collections c/o

Shoes: Chinese Laundry c/o (same)

Purse: Michael Kors, Santa

Watch: Michael Kors, family gift

Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2

Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3

White House  /  Juicy Couture  /  Dillard's  /  DKNY Calvin Klein  /  Rebecca Taylor  /  Arden B  /  Dorothy Perkins Target  /  Eliza J  /  Dillard's  /  Wallis

Today's Everyday Fashion: The Leopard Cardigan

Inspiration: Pinterest

There's nothing quite like scrolling through Pinterest and realizing you already have an outfit you pinned hanging in your closet. Quite possibly the fastest and easiest way to get dressed, ever! I haven't worn this leopard cardigan in ages, so I was happy to dust it off and put it back into rotation, especially when paired with yellow and cognac. Would you wear a leopard cardigan? 

Cardigan: Banana Republic, old

Shirt: LOFT, $27 (similar, similar)

Jeans: Limited, $15 (similar, similar)

Shoes: Nine West c/o, $62 (similar, similar)

Necklace Ily Couture c/o

Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3

Mango  /  Alloy  /  Nasty Gal Anne Klein  /  Michael Kors  /  Charlotte Russe

Today's Everyday Fashion: Winter Pink

Inspiration: The Limited

You can wear ivory jeans and hot pink in the winter?! That's what I remember thinking when I first found the inspiration photo a couple years ago. I adore her snow bunny look, and only wish I had the furry gray boots and hot pink wool coat to re-create it. Instead, I did a toned-down warmer-weather version with the same basic color palette. Hot pink is definitely an option in the winter, and these are a couple ways you can try it! How would you wear this look?

Blazer: H&M, $37
Turtleneck: Gap, old
Belt: Gap, $3
Jeans: Limited, $37
Shoes: Banana Republic, $50 (similar, similar)
Watch: Michael Kors, family gift

Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $34
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Target  /  Jessica Simpson  /  DKNY Nasty Gal  /  Olivia Moon  /  Brigitte Bailey Banana Republic  /  LOFT  /  J.Crew Factory

Today's Everyday Fashion: Military Jacket, 12 Ways

Inspiration: H&M

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This jacket is pretty much my favorite item in my closet. I wore it a lot in real life this fall/winter, and posted tons of outfits with it here - so many that I'm not sure whether to apologize or be excited. My most recent outfit is at the top; the possibilities seem endless and I never seem to tire of it. It's like Groundhog Day, but green and a jacket. Which look is your favorite? Do you own a military jacket?

Shirt: Conversation Pieces c/o, $24

Jacket: Conversation Pieces c/o, $45 sold out

Jeans: H&M, $32 (similar, similar, similar, similar)

Belt: H&M, $20

Boots: HCB c/o (same, similar)

Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2, 3, 4

Dillard's / Sierra Trading Post / Piperlime / European Culture J. Crew / Nordstrom / ADD / ASOS

Today's Everyday Fashion: Blush and Neutrals

Inspiration: Talbots

I wore this yesterday for church, lunch, and a small roadtrip. I was inspired to mix blush with neutrals thanks to my inspiration photo - or rather, I put together this outfit in my closet and then remembered the photo, realizing that's probably where I got the idea. :-) Also, boots are very much on sale right now so I'm hoping to pick up a pair. Finding ones that aren't huge on my calves has been tough, but I love every single pair below so I'm getting out my measuring tape and reading a bunch of reviews, then picking a couple to try. Would you wear these colors? What boots would you order?

Polka dot shirt: Forever 21, $18 (similar, similar, similar)
Blazer: H&M, $60 (similar, similar)
Sweater: H&M, $18 (similar)
Jeans: Target, $22
Shoes: Banana Republic, $50 (similar, similar)
Necklaces: Banana Republic, Stella & Dot, Jenny Present
Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2

Jessica Simpson / Vince Camuto / Aldo / Steve Madden Nine West / Dolce Vita / Jessica Simpson / Clarks

Today's Everyday Fashion: Trendy Items

Inspiration: J.Crew

After my tie dye post earlier this week, I couldn't wait to get started on brainstorming additional ways to wear these jeans. My last two outfits were casual and for a night out, so this time I went for something I could wear during the day. When styling a trendy item like this I like to ask myself - does the item actually make the outfit better? I try not to wear trendy items just for the sake of wearing them. So in this case, while regular blue jeans would look great in this outfit, the tie dye adds a certain flare that I am personally digging more than just plain jeans. Also - check out some new arrivals that I'm loving below! Have you ever used this trick for styling trendy items? What new arrivals are you loving?

Trench coat: New York & Company, $50 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Shirt: Express c/o, $25 (similar)
Jeans: Collide Boutique c/o, $42 (similar)

Shoes: Piperlime, $32
Necklace: My Stella & Dot website, $118

Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2, 3, 4

American Eagle / Old Navy / Gap / Loft Gap / Limited / Banana / Banana Limited / American Eagle / Banana / American Eagle

Today's Everyday Fashion: Gap Skimmer Jeans, 5 Ways

Gap blazer (similar), Conversation Pieces top c/o, Gap jeans c/o, Nine West shoes c/o

Gap top c/o, Gap jeans c/o Puma shoes (similar)

Conversation Pieces jacket c/o (similar), J.Crew tank Gap jeans c/o, boots c/o

Charlotte Russe top (similar), Gap jeans c/o Piperlime shoes

H&M blazer (similar), Forever 21 top (similar) Gap jeans c/o, Chinese Laundry shoes c/o

Ladies, the hunt for mint skinnies has officially ended! I first tried these mint Gap Skimmers on in December (featured them on the blog here) and loved them, so when Gap got in touch and asked me to style them five different ways, I said "yes please!" (I got to choose which color I wanted.)

For this post I tried to think of all the versatile ways you could wear these jeans - with everything from sneakers for a day at the park, to ankle boots for a festival, to lace for a night out. There really are endless possibilities, and the Gap Skimmers come in tons of other colors including floral, polka dots, vibrant colors, and regular blue denim, and prices start at $69.95. Which outfit in today's post is most your style? How would you wear these jeans? 

This is a sponsored post. However, all opinions and editorial decisions are my own. Thanks for reading!

Today's Everyday Fashion: Neon Yellow

Today's post is a mash up of ideas one with common theme - neon yellow! I'm loving this color for spring, and I wanted to try some outfits with my new anorak. Jeans and a bright t-shirt were the easiest combo (left, that's my dog Bella!), and for the more adventurous I thought I'd try the same jacket with camo pants and matching neon yellow shoes (middle, pretty out there but I would totally rock it). And finally, another camo and neon yellow look, this one sans pink. *whew* I think that covers it! Which look is your favorite? 

Yellow jacket: Limited, $35

Pink shirt: Victoria's Secret c/o MJR Sales, $7 (same)

Yellow sweater: Gap, $14 (similar, similar)

Jeans: H&M, $32 (similar, similar, similar)

Camo pants: Zara, $63 (similar, similar, similar)

Boat shoes: White Mountain c/o Ross, $25 (similar)

Heels: Flirt Catalog c/o, $25

Pink necklace: Limited, $20

Gold necklace: My Stella & Dot website, $89

Macy's / Nordstrom / Amazon Target / Nine West / Express

How To Layer Necklaces

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I don't consider myself a necklace layering pro by any means. Figuring out how to wear three or more necklaces together has been challenging, so it made me really happy when I came up with this combo last summer using necklaces already in my closet (picture above). Here's my secret on how I overcame my mental roadblock + a couple other tips I've gathered to help you get inspired!

1. Hang them. Last summer I hung hooks just like the one below on my closet walls, for organizing my "delicate" necklaces. Seeing my necklaces on the wall was my lightbulb moment.  Instead of trying a bunch around my neck, I was able to see on the wall which ones would be the right length to layer together. You can easily do this with any nail, etc., and then pick lengths from there.

Container Store, $6.99

2. Get inspired. There is so much amazing necklace layering creativity on Pinterest. These are a few of my favorites; pictures like these challenge me to think outside the box!

Pinterest  / Pinterest / Pinterest

3. Get technical. Use this chart to order the desired necklace lengths online - or measure your necklaces at home with a ruler - and create your own combo.

Pinterest

4. Use a formula. The recent Stella & Dot "layering school" email (some of which is pictured below) is what reminded me to do a post about layering necklaces. I love that you can cheat and order the combos they already came up with! 

Stella & Dot

What are your necklace layering success stories? Share your tips and tricks below.

Today's Everyday Fashion: Fresh Denim

Is there really anything better than a fresh new pair of jeans? I love wearing new jeans with a white shirt the first time out of the gate. So a white blouse is exactly what I did on Sunday - plus an ivory necklace, boucle jacket and pointy pumps to match (see another outfit with this jacket and necklace combo here). I've been searching for dark blue skinnies for over a year. I've been stalking discount stores for a designer pair but couldn't find ones I liked. I walked past these at H&M last week (I usually really dislike their jeans on me) and felt compelled to try them on because the color and distressing was perfect. One 20% off coupon later and I'm a happy customer with my $32 jeans. What is your favorite pair of blue jeans? Favorite store for jeans?

Jacket: Zara, $40 (similar, similar, similar, similar, mint)

Shirt: LOFT, $27

Jeans: H&M, $32

Shoes: Piperlime, $32

Purse: Michael Kors, Santa
Necklace: My Stella & Dot website, $118
Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2, 3, 4

Forever 21  /  American Eagle  /  Gap ASOS  /  Paige  /  7 For All Mankind

Today's Everyday Fashion: Textured Blues

I've been itching to wear these tie dye jeans since my last post with them. I was honestly stumped for awhile - heels and white top for a night out were the only thing I could think of! Luckily this outfit idea popped into my head as I was headed to a casual gathering on Friday. This is my new favorite graphic tee (I'm awkward at taking "back" photos but wanted to show how I layered a racerback tank underneath) and tie dye is rocking my world right now (seriously considering buying the Forever 21 shirt below), so I had fun wearing this outfit. Would you wear tie dye? 

Sweater: Express, $25
Shirt: Windsor Store c/o, $17
Black tank: Forever 21, $6
Jeans: Collide Boutique c/o, $42
Boots: Chinese Laundry c/o

Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2

American Eagle / American Eagle / Banana Republic Gaiam / Lucky Brand / Forever 21 Express / Dollhouse / Free People

Today's Everyday Fashion: Sophie Theallet for The Limited

I'm so excited to share these pictures with ya'll today! Limited got in touch a few weeks back and asked if I would show their navy and black lace Sophie Theallet dress and cardigan in two different looks - one for day and one for night. For day (above), I layered a collared shirt and the cardigan, then added black tights and ankle boots to make the dress more conservative. For night (below), I went glam with a jeweled belt and matching accessories, perfect for upcoming Valentine's Day. I've always been a fan of navy + black, and I'm loving the lace trend right now so this was a fun dress to wear, and I enjoyed experimenting with different photography. Which look do you like better? How would you wear this dress?

Dress: Limited c/o
Cardigan: Limited c/o

Collared shirt: Express, old
Boots: Cynthia Rowley/TJ Maxx, $85 (similar, similar)

Purse: Michael Kors, Santa
Jeweled belt: Urban Outfitters, old (similar, similar)
Pumps: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $24 (similar)
Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Right bracelet: Ily Couture c/o

This is a sponsored post. However, all opinions and editorial decisions are my own. Thanks for reading!

New Arrivals to My Closet

Limited / Banana / Gap / Express Express / Limited / Limited

I hit the mall on Friday and here are just a few things I picked up! Details on what coupons I used are below, and stay tuned for a full budget recap for Jan. and Feb. coming soon. What are your best shopping finds lately?

1. In-store price was $49, and I used a coupon I received in the mail for an additional $15 off.

2. In-store price was $70, plus an extra 25% off sale promo going on in the store.

3. I had a c/o gift card, but used a 40% off Gap cardholder coupon that I received in the mail to lower the price.

4. I used a coupon from the Express website (pulled it up on my phone while I was in the store), so I believe I paid $10 off the full price. (ps. This shirt is way cuter - and more neon - in person!)

5. In-store price was $39, and I used the same Express coupon to get $15 off the sweater. (I did two transactions - changed my mind about the sweater and came up to the register for round two!)

6-7. I unwrapped a piece of chocolate when I entered the store that was good for 40% off everything full-price, which I used on both the belt and this Tory-Burch-esque cardigan!

Today's Everyday Fashion: Valentine's Day

I love Valentine's Day and the past two years my v-day posts have been full of pink and red! (See here.) This year I decided to mix it up a little. I will be wearing this leopard + hot pink ensemble (still undecided on shoes), and I'm also really digging the graphic heart trend, via shopping picks below. What are you wearing on Valentine's Day?

Dress: Hazel and Olive c/o, $39

Necklace: Limited, $20

Belt: Forever 21, $3 (similar, similar)

Pumps: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $24 (similar)

Sandals: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $27 (similar, similar)

Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2

Forever 21 / Forever 21 / ASOS / Wallis Forever 21 / New York & Co / Forever 21 Gap / Target / Gap

Today's Everyday Fashion: Sunshine

Inspiration: Shabby Apple

I heard that everyone up north is buried in snow so I both apologize for the summery outfit, and hope that it sends you a ray of sunshine! We are having a warm streak (temps in the 80's) and this inspiration photo instantly made me want to try my polka dot top with yellow jeans and necklace. (See below for four additional ways I've worn it.) Also, I've had these shoes for about five years; they aren't the cutest but they make this outfit possible for a long day on my feet! Which polka dot outfit is most your style?

Shirt: Lauren Conrad c/o Kohl's, $22

Jeans: Limited, $15 (similar, similar)

Necklace: Ily Couture c/o

Shoes: Banana Republic, old (similar, similar)

Watch: Michael Kors, family gift
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2, 3
Rings: My Stella & Dot website 1, 2

Old Navy / Forever 21 / C. Russe Forever 21 / True / Lauren Conrad

Today's Everyday Fashion: Plaid Layers

Inspiration: People

Celebrity airport outfits are my favorite. They tend to be comfy, cozy and easy to re-create! This is my fourth outfit with this plaid shirt, but I was digging the inspiration to wear it unbuttoned for the first time. Would you layer a plaid shirt this way?

Coat: Via c/o MJR Sales, $55 (similar, similar)
Plaid shirt: Old Navy, $17
T-shirt: Gap, old (similar)
Jeans: Gap, old (similar)
Boots: HCB Boutique c/o (similar, similar)
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar)

Piperlime / Tommy Hilfiger / Forever 21 Old Navy / Forever 21 / Piperlime

Win $100 to Hand in Pocket Boutique! [now closed]

Who wants to win $100 towards a new spring wardrobe?! Today I'm excited to be giving away just that from one of my favorite boutiques, Hand in Pocket Boutique. They sent me some outfits to try on and I had so much fun playing dress up. (Clothes are not my own, only borrowed.) The printed dresses are making me want a tropical vacation stat, and the striped and denim shirts are calling my name...!

Everyone gets free shipping with code JSHIPME, and to enter the giveaway:

1. "Like" Hand in Pocket on Facebook.
2. Leave a comment with a link to your favorite item from the HIP website.

Open to U.S. residents, we will randomly select a winner on 2/14. Thanks for entering!

Dress, $115 / Necklace, $38 / Bracelets, $40

Dress, $55 / Scarf, $24 / Belt, $51 / Earrings, $36 / Bracelets, $40

MM Couture Jacket, $103 / Michael Stars shirt, $74 / Level 99 jeans, $163 Necklace, $50 / Bracelets, $24 and $38

Tunic, $53 / Joe's jeans, $185 / Scarf, $24 / Bracelets, $24 and $38

Sanctuary shirt, $78 / Citizens of Humanity jeans, $189  Necklace, $50 / Bracelets, $24 and $38

This is a sponsored post. However, all opinions and editorial decisions are my own. Thanks for reading!