leather luxury. 1.04.2013

 Jacket: Banana Republic (similar low-end & high-end options)

Top: Forever 21 (similar) | Jeans: American Eagle

Bag: Aldo (old) | Heels: Target (old)

My parents gave me my very first *real* leather jacket for Christmas, and I've been wearing it every chance I get! It's the perfect neutral color and boxy cut for layering over so many different colors and silhouettes, and the quality is luxurious compared to my budget faux-leather jackets from F21. So, needless to say...awesome gift.

What awesome clothing items did you receive for Christmas??

xo,

Jacy

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the burgundy blouse ~ 4 ways {4}. 11.27.2012

 Blouse: Forever 21 (similar here) | Skirt: Target | Booties: Target

I've always loved burgundy and leopard together because of the classic, luxurious feel, and I also love how leopard is having such a moment right now! Obviously I'm loving the burgundy/ox blood trend this fall, but I'm equally loving the leopard trend. It's so nice that there are so many classy pieces being made in leopard-prints these days because I shudder at the memories of 90's and early 2000's cheetah prints (can I get an amen?!).

I always love scoring little gems at Target, and this skirt is definitely no exception! Have any of you heard of the new(ish) Instagram account called @TargetDoesItAgain?? It's my new favorite! It's run by two super-fashionable women who scout out all of the great finds at their local Target. 

It. Is. Amazing.

xo,

Jacy

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the burgundy blouse ~ 4 ways {3}. 11.20.2012

Blouse: Forever 21 (similar here) | Skirt: H&M (old)

Booties: Aldo (love this pair and this pair) | Tortoise cuff: J. Crew (similar here)

This week I paired my burgundy blouse with a skirt I typically only wear in the summer, but when I saw it hanging in my closet I thought the colors would work just fine for fall too. I'm typically not a fan of paisley, but this skirt was a great deal at H&M a couple of years ago, and goes with So many tops and shoes! I enjoyed mixing a deep color with a "ditzy" print, because I feel that it grounds it and also makes it feel just fine for fall. 

I apologize for somewhat neglecting the blog world (both mine & yours!) for the past couple of weeks...school has been crazy as I'm nearing the end of the semester, but now that I'm on a little break for Thanksgiving I'm hoping to get things back into order!

xo,

Jacy

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the burgundy blouse ~ 4 ways {2}. 11.13.2012

Top: Forever 21 (similar finds here and here) | Faux-fur vest: thrifted by my roommate (similar here)

Jeans: American Eagle | Suede booties: Steve Madden (similar here and here)

I can't believe that my roommate Ashley thrifted this amazing faux-fur vest for a mere $4! How fabulous is it?? I just had to borrow it because I loved the luxe feel when paired with burgundy (and sadly, I do not own a faux-fur vest of my own yet). Although I styled this blouse with denim last week, I felt like this outfit had a different feel and that it's a really versatile ensemble featuring some of my favorite trends this fall!

Don't forget to enter my giveaway with Swank Boutique for a Gorjana & Griffin initial stackable ring! Entering is a piece of cake, so make sure to take part by Friday!

xo,

Jacy

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mint + black. 10.20.2012

 

 

Top: Forever 21 (Sold out, but I love this mint & black blouse). Shorts: (same shorts, different color here). Heels: Aldo Shoes (love this Steve Madden pair).

There's no denying that color-blocking and the color mint have been two of the biggest trends in fashion recently. 

Mint is a versatile color that looks gorgeous on everyone and works in spring/summer with other pastels but also works when the weather turns cold because of its icy undertones. Color-blocking is another trend that's been circulating the past several months, but I've had a little more trouble styling it because I don't typically different solid colors together at one time (a peek at my closet would reveal my love of neutrals). SO, I loved that this top had built-in color-blocking and also loved the crisp, clean contrast between the mint and the black.

xo,

Jacy

{Photos by Jo Johnson Photography}

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