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Social Media Nerd? Yes, that’s me!

1 Nov posted by Rachael

We’ve been in St. Louis for about a month and a half now and I’ve been really trying to get out and meet folks! I love seeing and doing new things, but it’s always sort of awkward to go to networking events when you don’t know a single person. Nevertheless, I forced myself to go to a recent Social Media Club STL Happy Hour to meet some other social media nerds like myself.

I have to be honest – at first, it was downright awful. I was that awkward girl who kept standing near people talking without ever having a good chance to introduce myself. Then, I saw a few other girls that looked like they were near my age and had on some adorable clothes and I took a chance. I went up and introduced myself. Lo and behold! It turned out one of the girls is also a fashion blogger and vintage store owner and is working on getting a group of fashion bloggers together in the city!

We’ve had some amazingly great things happen since we moved here, but this was definitely a higher power helping me out!

She even complimented me on my ‘so ugly it’s cute’ skirt! I knew I grabbed this thing out of my closet for a reason that morning.

Sorry for the weird cropping, etc… I’m still working on taking shots in our new home!

How have you met people after moving somewhere new? I’m up for all the suggestions you have!

Filed Under: Daily Outfit

Ask Rachael: The Perfect Winter Pea Coat for Shorter Girls

29 Oct posted by Rachael

This is part of a new series I’m doing called Ask Rachael where lovely readers just like you submit questions about how to wear this, where to find that and everything in between. Submit your own question by emailing me at StyleEveryDay@gmail.com.

Heidi asks:

I’m looking for a new winter coat. Ideally, it would be a cute pea coat/trench coat. I want good quality but I don’t want to pay a lot. I want it to be warm but not bulky. I’m short (5’2″) so I don’t think I can wear the longer coats. Any suggestions?

Rachael says:

Shopping for winter wear can seem daunting and expensive. Add in the fact that you’re concerned about dimensions and you’ve got a straight-up shopping nightmare. Never fear, Heidi! With a few tips, you’ll be able to find the perfect winter pea coat that fits your body and your budget.

First, let’s address the budget piece. Here are a few tips for finding the perfect coat on a budget:

Never buy a full-priced coat. Coats are one of those things that very few people truly need, so they will inevitably go on sale. If you truly don’t have an old one you can’t wear for a few more weeks, bundle up in layers and warm accessories until they begin to markdown. You’ll start to see sales by the first week in November, but after Thanksgiving is even better. Better yet, plan ahead and buy off the deep clearance racks in January and February.
Shop department stores and use those coupons. I’m not a huge fan of department stores because often I find better deals online but department stores are notorious for their coupons around this time of year. Wait for that coveted 30 or 40 percent off one item and buy your coat then! Many department stores will have Goodwill days where they ask you to donate an old item in exchange for a deep discount on something new. This is perfect time to get rid of that ill-fitting coat and grab a stylish new one.
Check out unknown brands and synthetic fabrics. Kohl’s and JC Penney both are great places to get non-name brand coats in polyesters at great prices. Unless you live in Chicago or Buffalo and are fighting subzero temps and strong winds on a daily basis, these coats will keep you warm without being too heavy. While I adore my wool coat, it’s actually often too warm for central Missouri weather. Man-made materials are cheaper to produce and often easier to care for – saving you money at the checkout lane and at the cleaners.

Now, let’s discuss how to find a coat for girls under 5’5″. When it comes to dressing based on height, it’s all about dimensions. If you’re often feeling like the coat is wearing you instead of the opposite, follow a few simple rules:

Don’t let the bottom hem fall lower than halfway down your butt. This is sort of a made up rule, but I find once you cover more than half of your rear, you begin to look shorter.
Draw attention upward. Whether it’s colors, ruffles or military details, details on the upper half of your body focus people on your face and upper body as opposed to having them look downward, thus assessing your height.
Look for vertical not horizontal detailing. Vertical stripes, ruffles, buttons, etc. create the illusion of height.
Create curves. One of the biggest reasons people feel like their coat makes them look short is because many coats are too boxy. A long, boxy coat does no one favors. If you’re going double breasted, make sure it’s shorter. If you want something a little longer, look for a coat with a tie at the waist that will create curves and lengthen your body.

Here are some coats that would be perfect for any shorter gal!

What coats are your favorite? Any additions you would recommend to Heidi?

Filed Under: Ask Rachael, Shopping, Tips

May Day Florals

2 May posted by Rachael

Did you have a lovely May Day full of flowers and baskets of petals and all that? Oh, you didn’t? Yeah… me neither. I actually kind of forgot about May Day until it was over.

Here are some May Day florals nonetheless. This skirt was a total clearance find at Kohl’s and I’m pretty sure the cashier gave me the “really, you’re buying this ugly thing?” look as I checked out. And maybe Bill too.

But I actually sort of feel like it’s a ‘so ugly it’s cute’ kind of piece. Do you have any of those hanging around your closet?

Jacket: Goodwill T-Shirt: Kohl’s Necklace: Gift Skirt: Kohl’s Belt: H&M Sandals: Target

Filed Under: Daily Outfit

Happy Birthday to Me!

30 Jan posted by Rachael

I recently celebrated another birthday and while I’m starting to feel like this whole getting old thing is for the birds, I had a great time celebrating with close friends. We did dinner and drinks in my neighborhood and I couldn’t have asked for a better night.

The past few years I’ve made it a tradition to spend the day of my birthday shopping with leftover Christmas and new birthday money. I finally made it to my local Kohl’s (I thought the closest one was about an hour away but found one only 20 minutes from my apartment) and did some serious damage!

This dress and the boots were both birthday shop-o-rama purchases. While I definitely don’t think this was the best angle for this shot (I’m still training him (: ), I may be obsessed with this dress. I got it super cheap given that it’s definitely a summer dress, but I paired it with my warmest leggings and a pair of riding boots to stay warm. I can’t wait to find lots of ways to wear it as the weather warms up.

Dress: LC by Lauren Conrad (Kohl’s) Boots: Etienne Aigner (DSW) Belt: H&M

Filed Under: Daily Outfit

Streamlining my outfit

17 Aug posted by Rachael

I didn’t notice as much until I looked at this photo but it’s amazing how rarely my outfits feature simple, straight lines. I’m a girl who loves circle skirts and ruffles so a simple cut on a skirt is such a change for me!

Do you find yourself always wearing one cut over another?

Top: JC Penney

Skirt: Target

Belt: White House | Black Market

Heels: Simply Vera by Vera Wang for Kohls

Filed Under: Daily Outfit

Color splash

9 Aug posted by Rachael

I often find myself falling into a rut with colors. Black is so easy to wear, looks great and can be considered a little more dressy when you need it. However, I’m trying to mix it up more (it is summer after all!) and add splashes of color here and there.

This skirt literally brings in a ‘splash’ of color and adds something to an otherwise eh outfit.

How do you push yourself to add color to your wardrobe?