JANUARY - JUNE 2014
Color Combo: Pink & Beige
Trench: New York & Co., $50 (similar, similar, similar)
Cardigan: Gap, $14 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: Kintage c/o
Skirt: Limited, $30
Necklace: Ily Couture c/o
Shoes: Me Too/Marshall's, $28 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Approx. dates: Trench is 5 years old, purse and shoes are last winter. Cardigan, skirt necklace and top are last summer.
Printed Pants + Graphic Tee
Blazer: C. Wonder c/o (similar, similar, similar)
T-shirt: Old Navy, $3 (plus)
Pants: Gap, $28
Shoes: Chinese Laundry c/o (same)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $79
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Approx. dates: Shoes, purse and necklace are last year. Blazer is last fall, t-shirt and pants are new.
Edgy & Sweet
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Jacket: Victoria's Secret, $257 (vegan, vegan)
Cardigan: Express, $15 (similar)
Top: LOFT, $27 (similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Limited, $35 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Forever 21, $37
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $44
Approx. dates: Cardigan is 7 years old. Jacket and top are 2 years old. Purse is last year, skirt is last summer, shoes are recent.
The Patterned Blazer
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Blazer: C. Wonder, $90 (similar)
Sweater: Old Navy, $16 (similar)
Jeans: Hudson/Filene's Basement, $70 (similar)
Shoes: Nine West c/o, old (similar, similar)
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Jeans are 7 years old. Sweater, purse and shoes are 2 years ago. Blazer is recent.
Blazer: C. Wonder, $90 (similar)
Top: Banana Republic, $50 (similar, similar)
Skirt: J.Crew, $45 (similar, similar)
Belt: H&M, $20
Shoes: Nine West c/o Ross, $20
Shoe clips: Jacob Lily c/o
Approx. dates: Top is 7 years old. Skirt is 4 years old, purse is 2 years old. Shoe clips are last summer, blazer is recent, shoes are new.
Inspiration: Miley Cyrus
Sweater: Old Navy, $25 (similar, similar)
Skirt: H&M, $30
Shoes: Guess c/o Ross, $28 (similar, similar)
Purse: Melie Bianco c/o. old (similar)
Approx. dates: Purse and skirt are 4 years ago. Shoes are last summer, sweater is new.
Sweater: Old Navy, $25 (similar, similar)
Pants: Gap, $28
Shoes: Guess c/o Ross, $28 (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Macy's, $130 (similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $39
Approx. dates: Shoes and purse are last summer. Sweater and pants are new.
Lace Trim Top
Jacket: LOFT, $43 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: LOFT, $28 (similar below)
Skirt: LOFT, $36 (similar, similar, mini)
Shoes: Calvin Klein/Filene's Basement, $70 (similar)
Purse: Francesca's c/o
Earrings: Banana Republic, $15 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Shoes are 8 years ago. Earrings are 4 years ago. Skirt, top and jacket are last summer/fall. Purse is this winter.
The Pink Blazer
Blazer: Banana Republic, $17
Top: Banana Republic, $30 (similar, similar)
Pencil skirt: Limited, $25 (similar)
Jeans: Gap, $48
Shoes: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar)
Necklace: Ily Couture c/o, sold out
Approx. dates: Skirt is 6 years ago. Shoes and purse are last summer. Top and necklace are last fall, jeans are recent, blazer is new.
National Wear Red Day
Jacket: LOFT, $43 (similar, similar, similar)
T-shirt: LaMixx c/o, $24
Limited, $35 (similar, similar)
Belt: Forever 21, $4 (similar)
Shoes: Guess c/o Ross, $28 (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Macy's, $130 (similar)
Necklace: JCPenney, $20 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Necklace and belt are 4 years ago. T-shirt and purse are last summer. Shoes, skirt and jacket are last fall.
Winter Brights: Mustard + Turquoise
Coat: Wallis c/o MJR Sales (similar, similar)
Sweater: Banana Republic, $28 (similar, similar)
Pants: LOFT, $25 (similar, mint, plus)
Shoes: Nine West c/o (similar, similar, designer)
Clutch: Limited, $23 (similar)
Necklace: Stella & Dot, sold out (similar shape, similar shape)
Approx. dates: Shoes, coat and necklace are 3 years ago. Clutch, pants and sweater are last year.
Colorblock & Prints
Trench: Express, $75 (similar, similar)
Top: TJ Maxx, $18 (similar, similar)
Jeans: Limited, $20 (similar, similar, trousers)
Shoes: Forever 21, $37 (similar, similar, no metal)
Purse: Francesca's c/o
Approx. dates: Jeans and top are 2 years ago. Trench is last summer. Purse and shoes are this fall/winter.
Color Combo: Pink, Black & White
Blazer: Banana Republic, $17 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: LOFT, $27 (similar, similar)
Jeans: Gap, $35 (similar, similar)
Belt: Limited, $20
Boots: Report/Piperlime, $10 (same)
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $44
Approx. dates: Jeans are 4 years ago. Top and purse are 2 years ago. Boots and blazer are this fall/winter.
Color Combo: Mint + Blue
Cardigan: Limited, $18 (similar, similar, similar)
Shirt: Ralph Lauren outlet, $45 (similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Limited, $25 (similar)
Shoes: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales (similar)
Necklace: Stella & Dot, sold out
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar)
Approx. dates: Skirt is 7 years ago. Necklace and shoes are 3 years ago. Cardigan and purse are last year.
Baseball Sweater
Jacket: Gap, $52 (similar, similar, similar)
Sweater: Conversation Pieces c/o, $24
Jeans: AF c/o (similar, similar)
Hat: Gap, old (similar, similar, similar)
Heels: Nine West c/o
Sneakers: Guess c/o Ross, $26 (similar)
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar)
Approx. dates: Hat is 5 years ago. Purse and shoes are two years ago. Sweater and jacket are last year. Sneakers and jeans are this fall/winter.
Inspired by Tanvi: Pop of Pink
Blazer: C. Wonder c/o (similar, similar, similar)
Top: LOFT, $30 (sold out - similar, t-shirt)
Pants: Gap, $28
Shoes: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales (similar, similar, similar, no studs)
Purse: Francesca's c/o (similar)
Necklace: Ily Couture c/o, sold out
Approx. dates: Shoes are 3 years ago. Top, blazer and necklace are about 6 months ago. Purse and pants are recent.
More Mileage: Use a Dress as a Shirt!
Blazer: H&M, $60
Dress (worn as shirt): Love Shopping Miami, c/o
Skirt: J.Crew, $45 (similar, mini)
Belt: Limited, $15 (similar)
Purse: Emma Fox c/o Ross, $60 (similar, similar)
Boots: Chinese Laundry c/o (similar, similar)
Tights: We Love Colors c/o
Necklace: C. Wonder c/o (similar)
Rings: My Stella & Dot, $39
Approx. dates: Boots, tights, purse and belt are 3 years ago. Blazer is last year. Dress is from Thanksgiving.
Nautical Inspiration
Sweater: Old Navy, $25
Belt: Limited, $20
Skirt: Banana Republic, $25
Purse: Melie Bianco c/o (similar)
Shoes: Nine West c/o Ross, $20 (similar, similar)
Rings: My Stella & Dot, $34
Approx. dates: Skirt is 4 years ago, purse is 3 years ago. Belt is 2 years ago. Shoes and sweater are recent.
Sweater: Old Navy, $25
Blazer: Victoria's Secret c/o MJR Sales (similar, similar)
Belt: Limited, $20
Skirt: Banana Republic, $25
Shoes: Nine West c/o (similar, designer)
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar)
Approx. dates: Skirt is 4 years ago, blazer and purse are 3 years ago. Belt and shoes are 2 years ago. Sweater is recent.
Leopard + Coral
Blazer: Banana Republic, $69 (similar, similar)
Top: C. Wonder c/o - sold out
Skirt: Limited, $30
Jeans: AF c/o (similar, similar)
Black shoes: Chinese Laundry c/o (same)
Nude shoes: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar)
Black purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Nude purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar)
Necklace: Everyday Icing c/o - sold out
hApprox. dates: Blazer is three years ago. Purses and shoes are last year. Skirt and necklace are last summer. Top, jeans are this fall/winter.
Review: The Limited
1. Blue dress - http://bit.ly/1kEXDyk
2. Pink dress (same) - http://bit.ly/1kEXDyk
3. Rainbow skirt - pencil version - http://bit.ly/1ew2b1R
4. Wrap dress - http://bit.ly/1lZmUQa
5. Skirt - http://bit.ly/1czjHT4
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12 Outfit Ideas for Valentine's Day
Houndstooth & Graphic Tees
Cardigan: Limited, $18 (similar, similar, similar)
T-shirt: Old Navy, $3
Skirt: Limited, $35 (similar, full, mini)
Shoes: Sole Society c/o
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $98
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Approx. dates: Purse and cardigan are 1 year ago. Shoes and skirt are last fall, t-shirt and necklace are recent.
Houndstooth & Graphic Tee: Second Look
Blazer: H&M, $37 (similar, similar, similar)
T-shirt: Forever 21, $16
Skirt: Limited, $35 (similar, full, mini)
Shoes: Chinese Laundry c/o (same)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $98
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Approx. dates: Blazer is 3 years ago. Shoes are 1 year ago. Skirt is last fall, t-shirt and necklace are recent.
The Trench & Oxford Combo
Trench: Express, $77 (similar, similar)
Top: Ralph Lauren outlet, $45 (similar, similar, similar)
Jeans: H&M, $32 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Me Too/Marshall's, $28 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $118
Approx. dates: Jeans, shoes and purse are last year. Trench and necklace are this fall/winter.
Texture on Texture on Texture
Jacket: Zara, $40
Top: Ann Taylor, $30 (similar, similar)
Skirt: LOFT, $36 (similar, similar, similar)
Shoes: BCBG/Ross, $20 (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar)
Necklace: Banana Republic, $20 (similar)
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Approx. dates: Shoes are three years ago. Jacket, necklace and top are one year ago. Purse is last summer.
Denim Shirt + Printed Pants
Mismatched Prints
Blazer: H&M, $15 (similar/plus, similar)
Top: Banana Republic, $40
Skirt: Limited, $30 (similar, same shape)
Shoes: Nine West c/o (similar, designer)
Shoe clips: Jacob Lily c/o
Purse: Emma Fox c/o Ross, $60 (similar)
Approx. dates: Purse and top are 3 years ago, shoes are 2 years ago, blazer is one year ago. Skirt is last fall.
Powder Blue + Citrine + Mint
Cardigan: Limited, $18 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: Marshall's, $13
Skirt: Limited, $25 (similar, similar, mini)
Shoes: BCBG/Ross, $20 (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $98
Approx. dates: Shoes are 4 years ago. Cardigan, skirt and top are 2 years ago. Purse is one year ago. Necklace is recent.
More Mileage: Use a Tunic/Cover-up as a Top!
Pop of Color: Pink Pants
Trench: New York & Co, $50 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: Mudd c/o Kohl's, $24 (similar, similar, similar)
Pants: Limited, $35 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Banana Republic, $60 (similar, similar, similar)
Clutch: Limited, $23 (similar)
Approx. dates: Trench is 5 years ago. Shoes are 2 years ago. Pants and top are 1 year ago. Clutch is last summer.
Pastels: Pink on Pink
Top: J.Crew Factory, $42
Pants: J.Crew Factory, $49
Shoes: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Purse and shoes are 1 year ago. Top and pants are new.
Izea Event: White, Black & Blue
Blazer: Express c/o, old (similar, similar, similar)
Top: LOFT, $27 (similar, similar, similar)
Pants: Limited, $35 (sold out - similar, similar)
Shoes: Sole Society c/o (similar, similar)
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $96
Coat: Banana Republic, $128 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Blazer is 3 years ago. Top is 2 years ago. Purse is 1 year ago. Pants are new.
Red, White & Blue
Cardigan: H&M, $18 (similar - http://bit.ly/1hjeoKt,http://bit.ly/1lDzJkv)
Top: Banana Republic, $30 (similar -http://bit.ly/NdSwXE, http://bit.ly/10zxhDe,http://bit.ly/1hbcxLh)
Skirt: Banana Republic, $35 (similar -http://bit.ly/1iKc4xa)
Belt: Limited, $15 (similar - http://bit.ly/1lDAp9D,http://bit.ly/1dWCYNB, http://bit.ly/1fXLjrp)
Shoes: Nine West c/o (similar - http://bit.ly/1eknM2B,http://bit.ly/1cZ6RUh)
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar -http://bit.ly/1c6Xlrf)Approx. dates: Skirt is 4 years ago. Shoes, belt, cardigan and purse are 2 years ago. Shirt is this fall/winter.
Pink Blazer + Floral Print Top
Blazer: Banana Republic, $17 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: H&M, $25
Jeans: Limited, $37 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Nine West c/o (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Shoes and top are 2 years ago. Jeans and purse are 1 year ago. Blazer is this winter.
Emerald Style Ideas
Color Combo: Pink, Black & White
Top: J.Crew Factory, $40
Skirt: Banana Republic, $15 (similar, similar, similar)
Shoes: Payless, $20 (similar, similar)
Necklace: Shop Ethereal c/o (similar, similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $44
Purse: Francesca's c/o (similar)
Approx. dates: Skirt is 2 years ago. Necklace is 1 year ago. Top and shoes are new.
The Sheath Dress
Dress: J. Crew Factory, $82
Cardigan: LOFT, $20 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $118
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar, similar, similar)
Pave bracelet: INPINK c/o, $36
Rings: My Stella & Dot, $49
Approx. dates: Cardigan is 3 years ago. Shoes, purse and necklace are 1 year ago. Dress and bracelet are new.
Inspiration: Olivia Palermo
Color Combo: White, Blue & Tan
Blazer: Express, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
Top: Banana Republic, $30 (similar, similar)
Jeans: Gap, $30 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Steve Madden/Piperlime, $64 (same)
Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar, similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Jeans are 4 years ago. Blazer is 3 years ago. Purse is 2 years ago. Shoes are 1 year ago. Top is this fall/winter.
Citrus and Leopard
Lemon Lime Inspiration
Tribal Print Skirt
Blazer: Forever 21, $30 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Top: MJR Sales c/o (similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Zara, $39
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $98
Shoes: Nine West c/o Macy's
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar, similar)
Rings: My Stella & Dot, $49
Approx. dates: Top and blazer are 2 years ago. Purse, skirt are 1 year ago. Shoes and necklace are recent.
Floral Skirt
Pop of Color
Blazer: Banana Republic, $69 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Top: J. Crew Factory, $40
Jeans: H&M, $32 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Limited, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $89
Approx. dates: Blazer is 2 years ago. Jeans, shoes, purse are 1 year ago. Shirt and necklace are recent.
Spring Brights
Top: Piperlime, $17
Cardigan: H&M, $18 (similar, similar)
Skirt: LOFT, $30 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Nine West c/o Macy's
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $98
Approx. dates: Cardigan is 3 years ago, skirt is 2 years ago. Purse is 1 year ago. Shoes and necklace are recent, top is new.
Yellow, Turquoise and Black
Top: Express, $25 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: J.Crew, $45 (similar)
Shoes: H&M, $35
Purse: Michael Kors, family gift
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $44
Approx. dates: Skirt is 3 years ago. Top, shoes and purse are 2 years ago.
Solange Brights
Top: LOFT, $25
Skirt: Limited, $35 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Payless "Krime", $20 (similar, similar)
Necklace: Shop Ethereal c/o (similar, similar)
Clutch: Gap, $16 (similar, similar, similar)
Ivy bracelet: My Stella & Dot, $49
Rings: Michael Kors c/o REEDS; My Stella & Dot, $49
Nail polish: Essie "Ballet Slippers"
Approx. dates: Skirt is 4 years ago. Top, necklace and clutch are 1 year ago. Shoes are recent.
Scalloping
Cardigan: New York & Co, $22
Top: Windsor Store c/o, $19
Skirt: LOFT, $55
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Shoes: ShoeDazzle "Belisma" c/o (sold out - similar designer, similar flats)
Approx. dates: Cardigan and skirt are 4 years ago. Purse is 1 year ago. Top and shoes are new.
Pastel Yellow Cardigan
Cardigan: Banana Republic, $13 (similar, similar)
Top: Banana Republic, $35 (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Limited, $30 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Nine West c/o Ross, $20 (similar, similar, similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $118
Approx. dates: Cardigan and top are 4 years ago. Purse, shoes, necklace and skirt are 1 year ago.
Red and Pink
Cardigan: H&M, $18
Top: Banana Republic, $30
Skirt: J.Crew, $48
Shoes: Bandolino/TJ Maxx, $22 (similar, similar)
Purse: Page 6 c/o, old (similar, designer)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $19
Rings: My Stella & Dot, $49
Nail polish: Essie "Ballet Slippers"
Approx. dates: Skirt and shoes are 4 years ago. Top is 3 years ago. Cardigan and purse are 2 years ago.
Pink Gingham Top
Top: J.Crew Factory, $41
Skirt: Banana Republic, $35 (similar, similar, similar)
Shoes: Windsor Store c/o (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Macy's, $130 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $59
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $19
Approx. dates: Skirt is 4 years ago. Shoes and purse are 1 year ago. Shirt is recent.
Periwinkle and Mustard
Top: Banana Republic, $35 (similar, similar)
Skirt: J.Crew, $45 (similar, similar, similar)
Shoes: Limited, $25 (similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $89
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $19
Approx. dates: Top is 4 years ago. Skirt is 4 years ago. Shoes and purse are 1 year ago. Necklace is recent.
White Shirt + Red-Orange Skirt
Top: Ann Taylor c/o (similar, similar)
Skirt: LOFT, $30 (similar, similar)
Shoes: Payless "Krime", $20
Purse: Michael Kors/Macy's, $270
Necklace: BaubleBar c/o, $58 (similar, similar, similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $19
Approx. dates: Skirt is 3 years ago. Top and purse are 1 year ago. Necklace and shoes are recent.
Pencil Skirts
Top: Francesca's c/o, old (similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Limited, $35
Shoes: H&M, $35 (similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Necklace: Ily Couture c/o (similar, similar, similar)
Approx. dates: Skirt is 6 years ago. Top and shoes are 3 years ago. Purse and necklace are 1 year ago.
Black Leather and Polka Dots
Jacket: Victoria's Secret, $257 (vegan)
Top: C. Wonder, $37
Skirt: Banana Republic, $35
Shoes: Sole Society c/o (similar, similar, similar, similar)
Purse: Calvin Klein/Macy's, $130 (similar, similar)
Sunglasses: Call It Spring c/o, $12
Approx. dates: Jacket and skirt is 2 years ago. Shoes and purse are 1 year ago. Top is recent.
Printed Top + Pink Skirt
Top: H&M, $25 (plus, similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: Banana Republic, $15 (similar, similar)
Shoes: JustFab c/o, $39
Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
Pink bracelet: BaubleBar, gift
Spike bracelet: My Stella & Dot, $59
Sunglasses: Call It Spring c/o, $12
Approx. dates: Top and skirt are 2 years ago. Purse is 1 year ago. Shoes are new.
Colorful Combos