Stepping Out

J. Crew Shirt; Rag & Bone Pants; Madewell Oxfords // Club Monaco Sweater; Club Monaco Skirt; Loeffler Randall Oxfords // Iris & Ink Sweater; J. Brand Jeans; Gap Oxfords 

Oxfords are a great addition to your weekend wardrobe.  Oxford shoes have been on trend for women for several seasons now, and it looks like they are here to stay for spring.  These laced-up lovies have been on my mind for a while, but I suddenly feel like I cannot live without a pair.  I am particularly excited about a shiny, silver pair for spring (hello, Loeffler Randall).  Oxfords are inherently casual, but can be dressed up or down to fit your weekend look.  What do they go with?  Literally everything.  As seen here, they look great with flared skirts, boyfriend jeans, skinnies, or printed pants.  I am loving all the options.  Borrowed from the boys, I think they look pretty fabulous on us girls.

Thank goodness it is Friday! Looking forward to a wonderful weekend with gorgeous weather here in Texas!

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Sweaters + Skirts

Topshop; T By Alexander Wang; Shoemint // Tibi; Madewell; Sam Edelman // Duffy; Kate Spade; DV by Dolce Vita

I love the juxtaposition of a slouchy sweater with a mini skirt.  The two are unexpected, yet seemingly perfect together.  As we get ready to switch seasons, this look will serve you well for the transition into spring.  The versatility of this look allows you to dress it down with a knit skirt and moto boots, or style it up for a fancier affair with a flashy skirt and high-heeled booties.

I hope you all have a great weekend! I am looking forward to continuing the birthday celebrations this weekend!

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Hit The Slopes: Smith Goggles; North Face Hat; North Face Jacket; Patagonia Fleece; Marmot Gloves; Spyder Pants; North Face Boots // Ski Lodge: Otte Hat; J. Crew Sweater; Madewell Pants (sold out in blue but similar available here); Tory Burch Satchel (on sale!); Coach Boots // Dinner In Town: DKNY Vest (currently sold out but similar here); Club Monaco Dress; Banana Republic Gloves; 3.1 Phillip Lim Clutch; Ann Taylor Loft Tights; Michael Michael Kors Boots

Snow skiing is one of my absolute favorite things to do. You never feel further from the office (and reality for that matter) than at the top of the slope with nothing but white powder and endless mountain landscape surrounding you.  Plus, I love cold sweater and cozy mountain towns. Sadly, I am not taking a ski trip this year. So, when one of my friends asked me to feature outfits for her upcoming ski trip, I jumped at the chance to live vicariously through her. Hey, if you cannot go, plan the outfits, right?

I rarely sacrifice fashion for the weather, but when hitting the slopes, warmth comes first, fashion second.  All you need is a chic jacket and a snazzy hat to be fashionable on the mountain.  Underneath, it is all about the layers.  When out on the town, load up on the accessories for extra warmth.  A little fur trim never hurt either.

Have a favorite ski spot? Let me know! I love Telluride, Colorado, but am always looking for new places to try. Happy weekend!

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1. Madewell 2. French Connection 3. Topshop 4. Greylin 5. Topshop 6. Jack by BB Dakota 7. Club Monaco 8. Fossil 9. N.Y.L.A. 10. Danielle Nicole 11. Topshop 12. White House Black Market 13. J. Crew

Last week, we had a presentation at work on budgeting. While helpful, those talks always make me feel a teensy bit guilty. What do I spend my money on? Hmmm… Well, welcome to guilt free shopping! All of these fabulous work-ready pieces are under $100. Several of these pieces are from Topshop, now at Nordstroms. Fabulous British style combined with the unmatched customer service of Nordstroms? Yes, please! Hope you all are having a fabulous week!

Olympic Fever

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1. Equipment 2. J Crew 3. Anthropologie 4. Anthropologie 5. Funktional 6. Rag & Bone 7. Madison Marcus 8. Mother 9. Haute Hippe 10. Madewell 11. J Crew 12. Old Navy 13. Alexander Wang 14. Madewell 15. Milly 16. Juliet & Co. 17. J Crew 

I am a HUGE fan of the Olympics. I wait for its arrival every two years and am always sad when it is over.  The athletes, their stories, and the fierce competitions between them are so inspiring, so motivating, so exciting! I love watching pretty much every sport, but I will be stalking gymnastics and swimming this summer games. What better way to cheer on team USA than to pull our your red, white, and blue? Plus, I would die for each of these pieces! Let the games begin! Oh, and have a really awesome weekend too! ♥ L