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Fancy Menswear

30 Jan posted by Rachael

Do you buy something that you absolutely love even though you expect others to hate it? I know that sounds ridiculous, but hear me out.

Top: Nordstrom Rack | Jeans: Nordstrom Rack | Flats: Gap | Bracelet: Gift | Earrings: Charming Charlie

I came across this top at Nordstrom Rack for only $15. I LOVED the studded collar and loved the bagginess even more. I fully expected Bill to despise it given it’s menswear-inspired and not in the sexy check-out-how-hott-I-look-in-a-super-tight-men’s-blazer-and-oxfords way. (Whew, I’m tired of typing hyphens.)

When we decided to hit up the Schlafly Tap Room (I highly recommend it if you love sitting a booth drinking good beers and eating pub grub all night) the other night, I got ready and came out of our room fully expecting him to say something negative about my top. Instead, he said, “Where’d you get that shirt? It’s cool.”

Woohoo! Anytime I can find a shirt I love for a good deal and not be a Man Repeller, that’s a good night!

Here’s my Man Repeller/flying squirrel look. You like?

Do you have any clothes that you just knew your partner would hate? Did they?

Filed Under: Daily Outfit

Winter Cold

21 Jan posted by Rachael

After a quick burst of warmth, we’re feeling the cold of winter again here in St. Louis. Missouri is one of those states where you get all four beautiful seasons, but unfortunately not a lot of snow in the winter – just freezing cold temps day after day.

While I have a lot of coats and jackets, when it gets this cold I tend to wear this same one day after day. It’s made of wool and the length is long enough to keep most of my body covered and toasty. Paired with some gloves and a scarf, I’m ready for even the coldest of temps. I bought this coat three years ago during an after-Christmas sale at Dillard’s, I believe. Coming in at right around $100, this thing probably has a better cost per wear than anything in my closet.

I’ve been wearing this side bun a lot lately. It’s just as easy as my low bun I’ve been wearing all year but I like how it gives me a tad more interest from the front.

Filed Under: Daily Outfit

Merry Christmas!

24 Dec posted by Rachael

I hope you all are having a wonderful Christmas with friends and family! We flew to my in-laws house in Pennsylvania on Friday night in a blizzard. Although the drive from the airport to their house was pretty terrifying, it has made for a wonderful snow-filled Christmas trip so far.

I drug Bill out in the snow for a few photos on Christmas Eve:

Merry Christmas!

Filed Under: Daily Outfit, Life

Hotel Living

19 Dec posted by Rachael

As I’ve mentioned, when I travel back to Cincinnati I’m often living out of a hotel. It’s not so bad except I’m by myself (read: tripod photos) and hotels aren’t exactly the best places to take photos.

I do like going back to the office though because it gives me extra excuses to get dressed up!

I haven’t worn this dress in awhile but it’s perfect for a warmish winter day.

How amazing are these studded booties?

Dress: Express | Tights: Target | Necklace: Charming Charlie | Booties: Bakers c/o Heartland Underdog

Filed Under: Daily Outfit, Life

Subtle Color Blocking: How to wear neons without looking like a highlighter

1 May posted by Rachael

From Vogue spreads to the JC Penney catalogue, it would take a serious hermit to not know this season’s biggest trend is neon color blocking. The mixing and matching (or lack thereof) of neons colors is everywhere!

Have you dared to experiment with this trend yet?

I decided to venture into it in a color scheme that was very familiar to me. I always gravitate toward bold, jewel tones so I figured I would be best served by finding an item that could pair well with items I already owned.

I wasn’t necessarily looking for this skirt but when I was at Old Navy with a friend who was in search of a replacement pair of $2 beach sandals, I happened across it and couldn’t not snatch it up for only $12. My only regret is not trying it on as I quickly learned that Old Navy sizes tend to run a size or two too large. Oh well, my should-be natural waist skirt now skims my hips. Worse things have happened in this world.

Anyways…. so I snatched up this little piece and immediately new I just had to color block with it.

The heels I’ve had for a few years but often pass over. I bought them for a specific dress for a wedding and have probably only worn them a few times since. This was a great opportunity to dust them off and let them go for a walk.

The necklace should look super familiar as I wear it any chance I get. This may be the best $15ish ever spent at Charming Charlie.

Finally, I added a simple white tee to keep everything in balance. One of these days I may go out and buy the perfect top to bring the full color blocking to life with this skirt, but until then I wanted to tone it down a bit and make this a little more every day wearable. (AKA, I didn’t want to look like a highlighter.) There’s no better way to do this with neons than by adding neutrals. Try white, tan or black the next time you want to show off your new neons and you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to wear!

T-shirt: Envy Necklace: Charming Charlie Skirt: Old Navy Heels: BCBG

Have you tried neon color blocking yet? Were you successful or are you still tweaking your non-highlighter combos?

Filed Under: Daily Outfit, Tips

Pretty Purple Pieces

20 Mar posted by Rachael

Did I ever tell you how much I love purple? If not, this outfit probably says it all! Two of my favorite accent pieces are these shoes and this necklace.

Do you have a color that peaks your interest?