Life is too short to wear boring clothes

Ok, I figured it out. I do not have anything against an old fashioned jeans and top outfit, I am just not comfortable in one. My clothes affect my mood, and I do not mean that in a materialistic way. I vividly remember an incident shortly after arriving to San Francisco. Jonathan and I were venturing out to a new restaurant in the marina, and when he asked me if I was ready to leave, I started to cry. I felt SO BLAH in the clothes that I was wearing. When I reflect back with a clear mind, I can see there was more to it than an outfit meltdown. 1. We had just relocated to the most expensive city in the country (quite possibly in the world) – shopping was NOT in the cards, and 2.) I had not yet adjusted to what would become my every day attire. We moved from Louisiana where it is HOT and HUMID most of the year. Moral of the story: I take a lot of pride in my unique fashion style, and dressing oneself is a form of self-expression. If I am not happy with the clothes I am wearing, I am not happy with myself!

So what does it take to get me into a pair of jeans and a top?! Flare legs, high heels, or a sequin-covered plunging gold bodysuit! This glamorous item is far from boring. As if the deep v-neck and sparkles aren’t bold enough, the tie back detail is the crème de la crème. I’d never “waste” a top like this and wear it with straight forward skinny jeans. Instead, I am wearing it with the most ripped up denim I own and open-toe booties. I am already on the hunt for a pair of leather pants to dress it up during the holidays. Until then, you can find me like this! No tears were shed in the making of this outfit.

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Gold Bodysuit (15% off with code WOW15) | Jeans (similar – 15% off with code WOW15) | Booties c/o | Earrings c/o | Purse

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Crafted out of a fine knit nylon blend, this pretty little thing can go casual or dressy thanks to its decorative sheen. We had tickets to an afternoon concert in Berkeley, so I went the casual route and paired this pink striped sweater with distressed denim. Who would have thought that intentional tears in your jeans would be considered a fashion statement?! Aside from being very stylish, swapping out regular denim for distressed denim is one of the easiest ways to add flair to your ensemble. Anyway, although flats would have been totally appropriate, skinny jeans on a curvy five foot frame are not very forgiving. I gave myself a boost with platform clogs and accessorized with blue flash lens sunglasses and a wad of bubble gum!

About the platform clogs…I have had many people ask me if I can actually walk in these shoes. The answer is YES. In fact, I routinely walk the streets of San Francisco in these kicks, but suggest a practice spin before tackling the hills. Although five inches high, the platform construction provides support along the entire length of your foot – alleviating soreness in the balls of your feet (hallelluyah). Aside from the comfort level, they are only $35 at Forever 21 and also available in black suede. Keep calm and clog on!

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Sweater | Jeans (similar) | Clogs | Purse | Sunglasses (Current Clothing) | Earrings

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Basic with a twist…my exact thoughts when it comes to buying a sweater. If you live in a moderate climate like San Francisco, then there is no need to stock up on heavy cardigans – choose wisely! That is why I suggest a neutral color, like the off-white sweater pictured below. This one fit the bill as it features a playful fringe detail and a dolman sleeve. Dark ripped jeans seem to be my go-to bottoms this season, so I paired them with this sweater to create contrast. I polished off the look with snuggly fur-lined ankle boots, and a faux fur headband.

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Begin with a solid colored blouse. Rather than gravitating towards white or black, stick to a neutral, but go for something slightly more interesting like beige, ivory, or blush (as seen below). If possible, make it a neutral with a twist. As you can see, this blush top features white piping down the sides and a surplice back.

After that, adorn yourself in a printed scarf. I’ve said it once and I’m saying it again, transform a bland outfit into a fashion masterpiece in a matter of seconds with a fab scarf. For this look, I chose a geometric and leopard printed scarf – it did just the trick.

Now on to the denim…pair your top and scarf with embellished jeans. Stonewashed denim, coated denim, or distressed denim will work the best. While I am a huge fan of colored denim, it might become too time consuming matching your skinnies with your scarf. For this occasion, I chose dark blue distressed jeans. The color accentuated the blue in the scarf, while the rips added a touch of drama.

Finally, because it is a sin in my house to leave without accessories, grab your everyday earrings, stack some rings, and off you go, fashionable and punctual!

 
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Who doesn’t love a cozy sweater to curl up in on a crisp autumn day?! Especially when it is one that you can take from day to night. The poncho sweater, my friends, is a must-have item. Slip one of these on with a pair of leggings and boots for an effortlessly chic look, that happens to be just as comfortable as your pajamas! When it is time to hit the streets for happy hour, throw on some distressed denim, a pair of pumps, and off you go. I chose option two for this weekend’s activities and paired my poncho with dark blue ripped jeans and nude pumps. When you have a petite frame and you’re styling a shapeless garment, the more height the better – I didn’t want it to look like I was swimming in the thing!

I accessorized with a long tassel Kendra Scott necklace (thank you Rocksbox!), green bangles, and a taupe purse. Riding the pom-pom bandwagon, I attached a brown fluffy little thing to my handbag for a bit of flair. Yay or nay on the pom-pom fad?! Call Current Clothing (415) 400-5517 to order this ensemble, or shop similar styles below. Let Nancy know that Kelsey K sent you!

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Sweater | Jeans | Shoes | Pom-pom | Necklace

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