spring trend report.
3.30.2013

Hello lovely!

As a blogger, I'm always on the lookout for the best new trends to try and of course creative ways to style them. Since it's now officially spring (despite getting smacked with another snow storm), I'm welcoming warmer weather, sunshine and cheerier colors with open arms!

These are my favorite trends this spring, which I can't wait to incorporate into my own wardrobe and styling. Hope you enjoy!
   
1.
Bold Prints
This trend first emerged on the runways, and I hope it's here to stay for awhile. Floral prints are always in season when real flowers start blooming, but I love this year's bolder, bigger take on florals. There are of course all sorts of prints ranging from classic to modern, but the key to this year's take is to style your prints in vibrant colors or even to mix two prints together.

 1 | 2 | 3 | 4


 2.
Bright Lips
You've probably noticed already, but lipstick has made a huge comeback over the past year. A bright lip is such a fun and stylish way to mix up your beauty routine in addition to adding that extra touch of glam to so many spring and summer looks! Based on your skin tone and hair color, try colors ranging from classic red, coral, berry, bright pink, and even orange.

1 | 2 | 3 | 4


3.
Neon
As you know, I tend to gravitate toward neutrals and pastels in my clothing purchases. However, this season I've really started loving neon hues! I love that neon has been made chic, which inspires so many styling ideas. If neon seems a little scary, try little pops of color through your nails or even a clutch. 

1 | 2 | 3 | 4


4.
Statement Jewelry
Those of you who know me well also know that I tend to like more simplistic jewelry. However, statement jewelry has stolen my heart! In addition to necklaces, I absolutely love a great statement earring. 

 1 | 2 | 3 | 4


5.
Stripes
And last but not least - stripes! Somehow, stripes pull off being a classic look and a trendy look at the same time (but I don't think any one of us will complain about that). The common perception is that horizontal stripes will make you appear wider but I definitely beg to differ. There are so many different variaties of prints, and so many different ways to style them, that I think the key is to find pieces you're comfortable with. 

   1 | 2 | 3 | 4

Thanks for reading - hope you enjoyed!

xo,
Jacy

pink blazer 4 ways ~ finale.
3.28.2013

 Blazer: Forever 21 (similar) | Skirt: Target (similar)
Tank: old boutique find | Heels: Prabal Gurung for Target 

Ta-da...I've finally reached my 4th and final look for the month with my pink blazer! This is an easy, slightly dressier look for a date night or something similar.

Which look was your favorite? 

  (Inconsistent lighting this month...yikes!)
  
xo,
Jacy

{Last day to buy goodies from my Stella & Dot Trunk Show! Pick up some gorgeous new pieces of jewelry for spring and then enter the giveaway here!}

pink blazer 4 ways {part 3}.
3.25.2013

Blazer: Forever 21 (similar here and here) | Jeans: American Eagle
Tee: Target | Heels: Target (old)
Necklaces: Forever 21 (similar here and here) | Spiked Bracelet: Forever 21 (similar)
Nails: 'Minted' by Revlon

 First of all, I'm so sorry for the delay on my 3rd and 4th pink blazer looks! We've been hit with two different snow storms this week and it's been chaotic to say the least. Also, my dad took these photos...how awesome is he?!

But onto my outfit... This is probably my very favorite way to style a blazer because it's that perfect mix between casual and dressy. I hope to work in a business-casual work environment following graduation (in May - so soon!) and this is an example of what I'd love to wear to work :) A white v-neck and skinny jeans are staples that everyone should have in my opinion. Simply throw on a great pair of heels (black, colorful, wedges, whatever!) and a blazer and you've upgraded your white tee/jeans into a look that's sophisticated and trendy! I layered gold chain necklaces because they're some of my favorite jewelry pieces at the moment, and added a little extra color in my spiked bracelet and mint nails.

xo,
Jacy

{This is the last week to shop my online Stella & Dot Trunk Show for some amazing jewelry pieces! Also, if you purchase from my trunk show you are eligible for a great giveaway!} 

friday favs + recent snapshots
3.22.2013

-Friday Favs-

Favorite outfit:
{feeling inspired for my last two blazer looks this month}
 via

Favorite space:
{I love the mix of modern and bohemian}

Favorite beauty look:
{you can't go wrong with a couple of classics}

Favorite cuteness:
{I'm falling in love with French Bulldogs}


-Recent Instagram Snapshots-


Follow me along on Instagram @jacylenore for outfit details and to see all of the pics I didn't have room to post!

TGIF!

xo,
Jacy

peaches & cream.
3.19.2013

 Sweater: Forever 21 (similar style) | Skirt: BCBGeneration (old)
Heels: Target (old) | Necklace: Francesca's Collections (pretty ones here and here)
Pink & Gold Bracelet: Forever 21 (similar here and here)

This cozy sweater has been great for chilly days, but I also love the trendy almost-neon color! It's so versatile too...great to throw on with jeans and boots, or dressed up with a skirt like I did here. I wore this on a date with the boyfriend a few weeks back because it's a great transitional look from winter to spring! I'm running out of ideas for those though. So seriously Spring, please get here! 

Be sure to check out my Stella & Dot Online Trunk Show! I have so many things on my wishlist that I can't decide between because their stuff is just too cute. Also, if you purchase anything from my trunk show you're eligible to win this giveaway!

xo,
Jacy  

black & white.
3.16.2013

 Top: Tobi | Skirt: Forever 21 (similar)
Heels: Aldo (old) | Necklace: Forever 21

This is an outfit I shot awhile back with my dear friend Jordyn! She encouraged me to finally start a blog, and has been incredibly instrumental over the past year by spending so much time taking photos for me. I'm truly blessed to have such a generous and talented friend!
{Check out here photography page here}

Have a great rest of the weekend!

xo,
Jacy 

pink blazer 4 ways {part 2}.
3.13.2013

 Blazer: Forever 21 (old, similar) | Tunic: Forever 21 (old)
Leggings: Express (best. leggings. ever.) | Boots: Antonio Melani via Dillards
Bag: Aldo (similar) | Necklace: Anjolee

 For my second pink blazer look I wanted to style something fun, easy and casual! I intern/work at a casual office, so I like playing around with looks that are trendy but still casual, and this was what I wore to work yesterday. As those of us in the Northern Hemisphere are in that transitional period between winter and spring, I like the challenge of incorporating spring colors into functional winter looks. In the dead of winter I would normally style this look with a black cardigan or something similar, but with spring fast approaching I wanted to throw in some pink! Cue the blazer, purse, lipstick and nail polish. Can you tell I have the spring bug?

xo,
Jacy
BLOG DESIGN BY MARCH17.DESIGNS