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Winter White: Three Looks, Three Personalities

Kelsey K. — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 14:00:26 +0000

Out with the old, in with the NEW. I am here to reassure you that you are NOT committing a sin wearing white after Labor Day. In fact, it’s quite the opposite! There is nothing more radiant than a crisp winter white ensemble. Below are three sample looks, each with very different personalities. How would you identify yourself…Classic chill, Chic Snow Kitty, Winter Spice, or something in between?!

Classic Chill

The sweater dress is a wardrobe staple, and can be dressed several different ways. This look is what I refer to as, “classic with a twist.” Featuring a traditional turtleneck silhouette, the pearl frills add a modern day flair. Consider pairing this item with metallic accents like a clear and gold purse or even a pair of sequin boots! More is more especially when you’re working with a monochromatic (solid white) color scheme.

Snow Kitty Chic

Who doesn’t love a reliable onesie?! I’ve said it once and I am saying it again, rompers/jumpsuits are AWESOME because they do the thinking for you. You are off the hook coordinating an entire ensemble – simply slip it on and go! Can I get a hallelujah?! This snow leopard print jumpsuit features a plunging neckline and elegant sheen. I never thought I would say this but, I am jealous of y’all who live in a climate where fuzzy earmuffs are a necessity – not a novelty! Planning a trip to winter wonderland STAT.

Winter Spice

Add a little flavor to your winter garb with a playful bodysuit. These garments are perfect for tucking…they stay in place and do not create excess bulk in your chosen bottom! I love a sleek skirt and bodysuit combo and any chance to wear my real life glass slippers! This is my personal favorite out of the featured ensembles. I guess you can say I am spicy all year round, as this is no exception. Ha!

Photography by Bailey Luna. Thank you to Akira for bringing you this post.

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Plaid Button Down Shirt

Kelsey K. — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 14:00:33 +0000

Plaid: The pattern that keeps on giving. Hold on to all of your plaid pieces. The older they get, the better they get! A broken in plaid flannel top is so cozy, and it will forever remain stylish. After the wet weather in San Francisco finally cleared up, there was no better way to ring in the weekend than with the flannel top I ordered on Amazon Prime. That’s right – the Prime member benefits you depend on for all of your paper goods, and miscellaneous household items include ladies fashions. I ordered this Plaid Button Down Shirt by JOLLYCHIC on the 11th, and it arrived exactly two days later on the 14th. It was my first time shopping for apparel on Amazon, but I was confident with my purchase thanks to all of the product reviews.

I am happy to report the quality and fit exceeded my expectations. Flannel shirts often fit me like a boyfriend top – long and boxy. This plaid button down shirt is just the opposite. It fits like a glove and is the perfect length. For your reference, I am 5 feet tall and ordered a size 2 – if you have long arms or a long torso, size up. Anyway, with last minute plans to dine at the bar at Dosa, I paired this top with flare jeans and platform clogs. I chose white denim to dress things up a smidge, and accessorized with a wooden necklace and a fringe hand bag. Believe it or not, this fringey little thing is also from Amazon and makes a great boho statement piece.

The verdict is in – I give Amazon Fashion two thumbs up!

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Shirt | Jeans | Clogs | Purse

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Winter Pastels: Rose Quartz

Kelsey K. — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:00:55 +0000

Gone are the days where it is only acceptable to wear pastels during the spring months. But don’t take my word for it…take Pantone’s word for it – “the world-renowned authority on color.” The verdict is in and Rose Quartz (pale pink) and Serenity (periwinkle) have officially been named the 2016 colors of the year. For more about that, read last week’s Wish List Wednesday post. Anyway, consider this article your permission slip to wear all of the cotton candy colored outfits you can come up with.

Pantone’s big announcement was very exciting news to me. There is something so blissful about pastels. While you’ve probably begun to notice candy-colored shades in all shapes and forms at your favorite stores, I delved right into the trend with none other than a Rose Quartz cape coat! Crafted out of a luscious microsuede, this piece will sweeten up any soft-hued ensemble. I paired this cape with winter white flare jeans and added a hint of glam through my accessories. The iridescent earrings and glitter pumps popped nicely against the pink, and the metallic clutch brought the whole look together.

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Wishlist Wednesday – Winter White and “Bare Pink”

Kelsey K. — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 00:14:03 +0000

I think it is safe to assume that every fashionista out there has a “wardrobe wishlist!” With holiday parties and plans already in the works, it is time to start thinking about outfits. You might find yourself beginning to ask, what should I wear for Thanksgiving…the first night of Hanukkah? Or, what is the appropriate attire for La Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) and Christmas this year? Well, luckily I have most of those outfits planned out, and I’ll be styling them for you in the near future, but what is on my wardrobe wishlist today, is this ultra girly/glitzy outfit by BCBGMAXAZRIA – PERFECT for New Year’s Eve night!

When planning a special occasion outfit, I always recommend starting with one essential piece, and then designing the outfit around that one piece. That one piece could be a dramatic pair of earrings, a statement necklace, a blinged out top or jacket, or a pair of fancy bottoms. Well, since fashion is cyclical and sequins have been “in” for the last decade, I am starting out my New Year’s Eve wishlist with a pair of rose gold Dena Snake-Sequined Leggings (pictured to the left)! These “hot pants” will definitely get heads turning.

Now on to the top. I chose the Nalia Short-Sleeve Blocked Top (pictured to the right) in “Bare Pink.” Since the leggings are the essential element to this outfit, I chose a plain top to balance out all that is going on below the waistline. Not only does this top tone down the sequins just a tad, but it’s an ideal top to wear with leggings. Its boxy silhouette compliments the skin-tight leggings, while the high-low hemline provides just enough back coverage. Whether or not you decide to add another layer, throw on your go to pair of nude pumps and Voila! You’re ready to ring in the new year in style.

I decided to complete this look with BCBGMaxazria’s Upas Cape (pictured to the left) because winter white is one of my favorite hues. Not only does it match everything, but just when you’re tired of your grays, blacks, and browns, incorporating winter white to your cold-weather ensemble will undoubtedly jazz up your look. Holding true to its name, this sleeveless cape simply covers your shoulders while giving off the appearance of a classic blazer.

To buy or not to buy?! That is the question!

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