A Semester of Fashion Faves in Review

Hello world! I am back at it blogging. Who knows how long this will actually last since I start up a lovely winter intersession grad. class and go back to work in about a week. I can't believe that it's been about a year since I posted but being a full time working girl-student-fashionista can be tricky.

I wanted to make this post to share some of my favorite style staples from this past fall season as we make our way into the new year (2015? What!?). With my hectic schedule, it can sometimes be hard to put together cute outfits every day. These adorable fashion pieces have helped me so much with throwing together fashionable looks. First up I have one of my most favorite recent looks:

This sweater is a recent purchase (sale!) from Old Navy. I had been looking for one of these loose turtleneck sweaters for awhile and fell in love with this adorable and super cozy one. Another reoccurring trend you will see in my outfits is this pair of adorable boots. I have been wearing them nonstop this season and I love how they can be paired with just about anything. The look of the sweater, leggings, and boots is so effortless and somehow makes me feel put together on the busiest of days! Here's another couple of outfits with the same boots. Each outfit is so different but somehow the boots tie it all together. Oh, and did I mention that these were only $30 from Forever 21!? I think that everyone needs a pair of functional brown boots and you don't have to break the bank to get them. I admit that I should probably invest in a quality pair, but these have held up amazing so far and look so cute with every outfit. See below for evidence!

 
Clearly I have mastered the mirror selfie in the name of fashion! ;)

Next up I have another favorite look, featuring THE fuzziest vest. I remember featuring a different fur vest last year, but this one has a little extra flair. It started off as a jacket with sleeves but I ended up cutting them off to achieve this precious fur vest! I am so happy with how it turned out and I love how cozy it is (feels like I'm wearing a robe!), while also bringing the outfit together. I paired it with an all black look and an extra style boost with some brown booties and my infamous cheetah print scarf. This look is totally acceptable for my job or even going out with friends or for a date night. Super simple! 

Another outfit featuring my lovely scarf is this look that I pulled together pretty early on in the season. I love how simple it is but also looks really polished and classy. I paired my new vest from The Loft (latest obsession) with a simple long sleeve tee, jeans, and my beloved Tory Burch, Reva flats. This vest has become such a staple for me and I have already gotten so much use out of it. It creates such a fun, layered look and I know I will be getting a lot more use out of it soon. 

This post would not be complete without one of my most favorite, fall, must-haves: My Hunter rain boots. I had been in the market for new rain boots for awhile and figured I might as well invest in a good pair. These bad boys make rainy days not so dull! They are navy with a royal blue stripe on the back for an added pop of color. I love how even though I'm wearing rain boots, I can still make my outfit look put together with these. In the picture below I'm wearing them with an adorable plaid shirt and skirt combo. I have also been loving the knee high socks peeking out from the boots look as well!  And again, totally acceptable for work and school throughout the semester. I never thought I could wear rain boots in a fashionable way! If you're in the market, I would definitely suggest investing in a pair of Hunters. Rain on!

And lastly, we get to my final faves! First up; the blanket scarf. I have gotten SO many compliments on this scarf all semester. I have always been a scarf person, but when I saw this one, I knew I had to have it. It is an extra large scarf, but so cozy and can literally transform into a blanket. Sometimes I feel like I am drowning in a sea of scarf when I wear it, but I'm okay with it. I pretty much wear this whenever possible and it is such a staple for me this fall/winter. 

 There's me and the scarf taking over my body!

You can find the same one here from Aerie: http://www.ae.com/aerie/browse/product.jsp?productId=1729_2273_184&catId=cat5650221

It's a little pricey for a scarf (I got mine on sale-duh) but totally worth it in my opinion. I know a lot of places like Zara and Express have similar scarves now as well!

Last but not least, I have these perfect booties. I literally just bought these at Forever 21 (for 20 buckaroos) so they aren't really a favorite from this semester, but I can already tell I will be getting a ton of use out of them. I love the buckles and cutouts on the side for an edgier look. They are also super comfy, which is perfect for going out or even wearing to class/work. I can totally see pairing these with a skirt/dress or a skinny jeans or leggings look. I'm in love with these shoes and I have no shame about it. 

That is all for now fashion friends. Hopefully I won't be MIA for as long this time! But for now keep shining on for the new year full of fashion and fun!

The Weather Outside is Frightful, But the Fashion is so Delightful

Welcome back! I have been MIA on the blogging throughout the entire semester, but I am back for winter break. I have survived the semester (in style of course) and can safely say that I have one semester left of my undergraduate career! With that being said, my schedule has been so hectic that I have barely had a chance to do much of anything aside from school work, job responsibilities, and mandatory events. Well, let's get started with what we are all really here for: the fashion!

The fall and winter seasons are most definitely my favorite, especially in terms of fashion. I just love being able to layer up and try out different styles and looks. I figured that this post would be dedicated to some of my favorite fall/winter fashion must haves that will maybe even inspire some upcoming looks!

First and foremost, I have been loving the classic black dress look. I have found a way to make this dress work so many times already this season. A plain dress goes a long way, as I have been mixing it with different colored/patterned tights, scarves (a MUST have in my life), and different boots. This particular dress is from H&M and is skater-style. I loved how it looked with these olive green tights and the cream colored scarf. A perfect outfit for student teaching in my case, a dinner outing, or even a great Christmas look!

Next, we have another one of my favorites this season...the fuzzy vest. Now, this may not be everyone's cup of tea, but I personally think it adds a lot of fun to a plain outfit. I choose to pair this vest with a simple look such as black leggings, black boots, and a plain white top. The key is to use the vest as the statement and avoid overpowering it with any other bold pieces to avoid looking Ke$ha-esque. 

Here we have another must have for the season: patterned leggings! I searched all over for a pair that was just right. I knew I wanted a black and white pattern but couldn't find exactly what I was looking for at a decent price. The other day, I happened to come across these from H&M for $5!! Yes you heard me $5! I loved the funky pattern and the leggings are a nice quality and aren't see through (a difficult issue to avoid). I love how these leggings add so much to an outfit and can be paired with virtually any color sweater/boots. I like the look of these with an oversized cream sweater...just my style! 

Well, that's all for now, but I promise to keep up with the blogging throughout my winter break! Stay tuned for some of my favorite holiday looks and different ways to go out in style even in the cold winter months. Happy holidays everyone... stay toasty and remember you will always look good with a beanie on your head and a Starbucks cup in your hand! :)