NAUTICAL SPRING FEELS WITH CHICO'S

I have always been a fan of nautical and I’m really getting the itch to start bringing out the navy and white! You could never be too ready for Spring even if last week the groundhog said six more weeks of winter. And we got a foot of snow in Indiana, lol!

Something else for this huge fan of is Chico's! If you’re not familiar with the brand, they want every woman, no matter their age, to feel good, confident, and showcase their style in their own way!

With their collections, they allow all the customers to find something chic and unique! With details like the bows on this cuff of this striped Tunic Top to items that require no ironing (including the tunic), and always fun accessories to jazz up any outfit, Chico's offers elements that every woman will love!

And can we just talk about this chic at home cotton and cashmere Wrap Sweater! It’s a rich navy blue that so enhances the tunic in the sweetest way.

What a classy and versatile piece!

 

And when you hear the words so slimming, you want to dive right in a pair of pants that bear that name! These Brigitte slim Ankle Pants with a sweet little slit at the hem feels so good on while they hold in that belly and give you a sleek and slender look.

TUNIC TOP HERE // WRAP HERE // PANTS HERE// Nautical Stripe BIB NECKLACE HERE // EARRINGS HERE // CUFF GOLD BRACELET HERE

Chico's isn’t just black-and-white, they give us unique prints, bold colors, and something for everyone! I have my eye on so many things on their website like this Snake Print Shacket, this Dress and as they will so sweetly showcase my personality.

Are you a fan of Nautical? And raise your hand if you're ready for Spring?

Have a sweet day my friends!

xoxo

 

VARSITY REDS & AGELESS STYLE LINK UP

I was overjoyed when my precious friend Lisa asked me to join the Ageless Style crew for this month’s link up. Many of them are my pals who I’ll be meeting in a few weeks. These ladies are all proof that style and fun have no age limits. I admire each of these ladies so much not just for their fashion tastes but for their warm hearts, joyous spirits, sweet love of life and gorgeous smiles! I miss The My Refined Style monthly Linky I used to co-host so this was loads of fun! 

The theme this month is easy peasy CARDIGANS. And boy do I love my Fall Cardis! 

No Varsity Blues here, it’s all red baby! These happen to be baby boy’s school colors as well as our beloved IU, where our oldest goes, so you can bet I’ll be getting tons of good outta this cute sweater. The fit and feel is so sweet. 

Now, while I probably won’t be wearing these delightful red sock boots to football games, lol, you can bet I’ll find somewhere to wear them for numerous reasons. Number one. They are super comfy and now I want them in black too. Number two, I’ve been seeing that red booties are a huge trend for Fall and Number 3, I love how they look with the cuffed jeans. 

Sweater HERE // Boots HERE // Jeans HERE // Blouse HERE

The Lovely Ladies of Ageless Style, Make sure to check them all out!

Daenel ~ Living outside the stacks blog, instagram, pinterest, twitter

Debbie ~ Fashion Fairy Dust bloglovin, blog, instagram, pinterest, facebook, twitter

Jennie ~ A Pocketful of Polka Dots blog, instagram, facebook, pinterest, twitter, bloglovin

Jodie ~ Jodie’s Touch of Style blog, facebook, instagram, pinterest, bloglovin, twitter

Jonet ~ Fabulously Chic Over 50 blog,  facebook, , instagram, pinterest, twitter

Kellyann ~ This Blonde’s Shopping Bag blog, instagram, bloglovin, twitter

Lisa ~ Coast to Coast blog, facebook, instagram, twitter, pinterest

Paula ~ Dimples on my What blog, facebook, pinterest, instagram, twitter

Shelly ~ The Queen in Between blog, instagram, bloglovin, pinterest, facebook

In case you missed it, yesterday was a FUN TBB ASKS Link-UP where we asked HOW DO YOU COZY? Check it out HERE!

Come on back tomorrow for the first installment of The Blended Blog’s Fall Fashion Frenzy Link-Up where we will highlight Summer to Fall Fashions. 

Linking Up With Oh Hey Girl  // Visible Monday // Style Me Wednesday // THT  //Fashion Moda// Thoughts for Thursday  // Fashion Friday // Lizzie in Lace // Shoe and Tell // Trend Spin // Fab Favorites //A Labour of Life // Confident Twosday //I will wear what I like // Jersey Girl Texan Heart// Fancy Friday  // Fashion Frenzy //#fakeituntilyoumakeit // Straight A Style // Metamorphosis Monday

xoxo

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KATE SPADE’S PINEAPPLES

Happy Day Friends. When I include sweet, cheerful pineapples you know it’s going to be a good day. Remember when we went to Washington D.C. and I told you about getting this adorable Jumpsuit at the Kate Spade store. Well, I’m happy to show it to you from these beach vacation photos. I would’ve liked a brighter background to highlight this precious pineapple print but the sand and beach air will have to do, lol

Can I first say, I’m still not over the death of Kate Spade. The ladies in her store and I talked about it. The pain she must’ve been tortured with. Makes me so sad. I am happy to see the awareness that has risen about suicide but I feel as with anything in the media, it wanes, it fades and there needs to be continued awareness and not swept back under the rug. Love, listen, recognize and help each other wherever and whenever we can. Don't let the intensity of this serious issue go away.

Ok let’s move on to my umpteenth jumpsuit because I love them so much. It was funny because my mom was telling me about this darling pineapple print dress she saw Rachel Bloom wearing on Kelly and Ryan. (Who I adore, BTW. Kel and I are tight and exactly 6 months apart.) Lol. 

Well, lo and behold, it was a Kate Spade and the designs with this print were all over the store and so gorgeous. I can wear with flats like these Black Bow Slides, with chunky wedges like my Treasure and Bond ones or even a little barefoot on the beach, lol. I’ll also throw a jean jacket or cardigan over it in early Fall. The ruffling detail, waist tie sash and incredible feel of the wrinkle free fabric is AWESOME! 

Throw in my favorite Black Bracelet and Ball Drop Earrings and ready, set, pineapple in style! 

  

JUMPSUIT HERE // WEDGE SANDALS HERE // SLIDE KNOT SANDALS HERE // BRACELET HERE // EARRINGS HERE

Linking Up With AGELESS STYLE

XOXO

CHEETAH CHIC STYLE

Happy Monday! Ok, so I know you are not used to seeing an outfit post from me on Mondays but there's two reasons behind this today. Number one is that tomorrow is the Ageless Style Fashion link-up so I wanted to have something fresh prepared. Number two is that this post was supposed to of happened last Thursday for the monthly My Refined Style link-up. Unfortunately that link-up dissolved and while sad, we Refined ladies just had too may fans in the fire to keep another link-up going. However, don't forget about my weekly Wednesday fashion link-up with the ladies of The Blended Blog! 

That one is here to stay.

Let's talk! So as you know I absolutely love love love leopard and I know many of you do too. A lot of times it's hard to tell the difference between leopard and cheetah or is that just me? However, this cardigan is called cheetah and while I don't give a hoot about which animal print it resembles, I just know IT IS CUTE!! ! So, this is not even a sponsored post from Chadwicks but as you know I fell back in love with them at the end of last year and mentioned in this POST but I was hoping to get during their big sale. This cardigan did not disappoint and I was so happy to have this honey colored jeans Old Navy that matched perfectly.

The star of the show for me are these Calvin Klein booties. Loving the gold studs on them, the not too crazy high height and they're super comfortable and were also a clearance from Macy's.

Cheetah Cardigan HERE // Calvin Klein Studded Booties HERE
Old Navy Jeans HERE

And can I say Gaga slayed that halftime show...SOOOO Good and NO Controversy! 
AND what an ending to a SB Game!!! Wow, just Wow!!!

Here's to hoping that February shows us lots more "LOVE" than dreary January did and my wish for you is a smooth as butter Monday and a great week ahead that gets you to the weekend fast!!

Linking up The Pleated Poppy // Oh Hey Girl // Trendy Wednesday // The Mummy Chronicles // Visible Monday //Style Me Wednesday // THT // Spotlight of the Week //Fashion Moda // WIWT// Thoughts for Thursday  // Fashion Friday // Lizzie in Lace // Shoe and Tell // Trend Spin // Fab Favorites //A Labour of Life // Confident Twosday //I will wear what I like //Let it Shine Monday // What I Wore Wednesday // Jersey Girl Texan Heart // Throwback Thursday //Jaymie Ashcraft // Fancy Friday  // Lipstick & Layers //Fashion Frenzy // WhoswearingwhatWednesday // The Weekly Style Edit // AGELESS Style // On Monday's We Link-Up
xoxo

TOGGLE TERRIFIC

Toggles toggles toggles, how I love thee! Toggles and cozy; two of my favorite words in the entire English language! You know what else has become my favorite once again? Chadwicks of Boston! I've mentioned to you before how much my mom and I used to go crazy for the Chadwicks of Boston catalog. How super tickled was I to find this awesome yellow wool toggle coat coat from them at an incredible price! And hold on....it's HOODED, that's right and the hood is detachable. 

How perfect is this for the winter? Going out to get your Christmas tree? Grab your toggle coat! Going out to look at the Christmas lights with a hot cup of cocoa, grab your toggle coat! Going shopping, grab your Toggle Coat!!!!

This Coat comes in colors like Dark Navy and Powder Blue. You know you're going to get so much good out of it in the fall and winter alike! 

Plus, on the day the these pictures, it was 38 degrees. The wool toggle coat kept me warm and toasty without being too hot and the deep pockets kept my hands warm and were completely deep enough for my iPhone.

COB offers the most beautiful looks at the most amazing prices. They believe that everyone should feel great about what they’re wearing, love how it feels and expect exceptional value, so they strive every day to bring you the clothing you’ll love while being versatile and classic…just like their customers. 

Disclosure: I am participating in a compensated campaign with this brand. The styling and the written words are my own. #ad #ChadwicksofBoston #affordablequality

xoxo

YES! PINK VEST

The minute I saw this pink puffy vest, I think I literally out loud hollered, "YES!" That is how cute it is. While I love them in darker colors, something about this light pink one with the tan trim just spoke to me. Linking this up with the sweet ladies of Ageless Style

I talked about Wearing White Your Way last fall and iI am a true believer that you can wear white all year round as long as it doesn't look too Summery. Wearing it with a vest or jacket is my favorite way to wear it in the Fall. 

Theres my chunky necklace from Francesca's, that I will wear a lot this season and while not online if you have a Francesca's near you, still lots in stock in stores and they always run a deal on jewelry.

Now, while this is not overly puffy, I must really love it because I told y'all about the story My Mom Got Lost in The Puffy Coats. Thin puffy really does work best for me, because fat puffy make me feel like the Michelin Man, lol

Similar VEST HERE & HERE// CHAMBRAY SHIRT HERE // White Jegging Jeans HERE // Similar BOOTIES HERE

xoxo

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