August 20, 2018

70's Vibes: Pom-Pom Blouses and Wide Leg Crop Jeans

Blouse: Madewell ||  Wide Leg Crop Jeans: Madewell ||  Bow Sandals: Old Navy (blush) — Blouse: Madewell || Wide Leg Crop Jeans: Madewell || Bow Sandals: Old Navy (blush)

I'm excited to share these two looks with you today because both of these pom-pom blouses are majorly on sale right now, at $29.99 each!! This white butterfly blouse with small pom-pom trim is from Madewell and this mustard top below (very popular color right now) with pom-pom sleeves is from J-Crew Factory. I paired them with my favorite wide leg crop jeans with the cutest front buttons (also from Madewell) that I've been living in all spring/summer but you can also rock these shirts with any high waisted denim (skinny or wide leg). The key is to do a front tuck or fully tuck in (see yellow blouse below). I've been really into the 70's trend lately so have been having fun with loose fitting peasant tops like these or I'll pair my wide leg cropped jeans with a fitted, short sleeve colorful striped tee like this one. Madewell has so many cute stripe shirts right now with a 70's vibe and they're all pretty affordable! If you really want that retro feel, opt for a vintage stripe design that's multi-colored. And when you're shopping for wide leg crop jeans, I've found that the button front style really is the most flattering, not to mention gives you the vintage look. Oh and make sure they are high waisted of course! For a casual outing, throw on a pair of slides. I'm obsessed with these bow sandals from Old Navy. Only $14.97 right now! And in a variety of colors. Woo hoo! So hurry before they're gone!! :)

Blouse: J. Crew Factory  ||  Wide Leg Crop Jeans: Madewell ||  Bow Sandals: Old Navy — Blouse: J. Crew Factory || Wide Leg Crop Jeans: Madewell || Bow Sandals: Old Navy

December 6, 2015

How to Wear OTK Boots And Not Look Like Pretty Woman

by Laura Perkins

Turtleneck: Express (old, similar)  ||  Skirt: Urban Outfitters ||  OTK boots: Nina (old, similar) — Turtleneck: Express (old, similar) || Skirt: Urban Outfitters || OTK boots: Nina (old, similar)

For the longest time I've struggled with how to wear over the knee boots and not look like Pretty Woman. I've always thought they were so chic but couldn't get past the overly sexy stigma that comes with them. And to be completely honest, I'm not the biggest fan of OTK's with jeans. You can definitely do it well but I guess I just don't think it's my style. Who knows....maybe I'll change my mind. But I think the key to wearing these statement boots is to make sure the rest of your outfit is more modest. Try pairing your OTK's with a skirt or dress that is loose or bell shaped (read - not form fitting) and make sure it's not too short so there's only a little bit of room between the top of the boot and your hemline. I like this button-front denim skirt for a fun 70's vibe. Complete the look with a conservative top like a retro turtleneck. Or if you're wearing a dress, try a long sleeve high neck A-line frock to keep with the 70's style or layer an over-sized chunky cardigan or coat to add more length and down play the bold OTKs. This way you're more covered up and still rocking one of fall's biggest trends. Here are a few outfit inspirations to pair with your fav thigh highs. For more do's and don'ts of how to wear over the knee boots, check out this Who What Wear article.

November 25, 2015

Friendsgiving Style: 70's Chic

by Laura Perkins

Printed Dress: Zara ||  Heels: Nina Originals — Printed Dress: Zara || Heels: Nina Originals

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of year! So much yummy food and a time to gather with your closest friends and family. For the past 6 years, we've done a Friendsgiving in the city (and I always make my oh-so-delicious family recipe - Jack Daniels Sweet Potato Souffle!). One of our New York Friendsgiving traditions has been to wear "Your Sunday Best." Because...well, that's what Sunday would have done. The key, however, is to find something comfy and chic so you can eat all the seconds you want. This year, I'm choosing this A-line long sleeve midi dress that is loose in the waist (read extra room for more pumpkin pie!). I love the high necklace and fall floral pattern, giving this a very 70's boho chic vibe. It's a very modest silhouette but still has a flattering shape. The colorful print is also a helpful disguise in case there are any party spills (which is totally something that would happen to me!). Zara has a lot of great 70's style dresses right now (including this one) if you're in the market! But no matter what you wear for Thanksgiving, the most important thing is to remember all that we have to be thankful for. And don't forget to help the host with clean-up; that is a must! :)

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! xx