Holiday Outfit Post: Plaid & Leather

 

Target Purple Plaid Shirt

ASOS Faux Leather Skater Skirt (this version is sold out but almost identical here at ASOS)

Zara Booties (old - SUPER similar from Jessica Simpson &  Zappos style)

Simply Vera Opaque Tights (best ever!!!)

Daisy Gem Crystal Necklace c/o || Love Culture Transparent Box Clutch in Rose Gold (love this identical option too) || Michael Kors "Bradshaw" Watch || Blu Bijoux Hammered Pearl Bangles c/o Max & Chloe || Graphic Image Personalized Mini Envelope Card Case in White Gold

Maybelline Vivids Lipstick in "Vivid Rose" || Sally Hansen "Gunmetal" Nail Polish with Pure Ice "Sleigh Ride" Nail Polish layered on top

 

Holiday Party season is in full effect and if you're not sure of what to wear - don't worry! I'm sharing an easy and super simple outfit idea today!

 

Somehow I went from owning zero plaid items to over 3 in less than 2 weeks! I guess that's what happens when you realize there's a big ol' hole in your wardrobe! I wore this plaid and leather combo to our building's holiday party last week. I knew it wouldn't be super fancy but I still wanted to look chic and festive! My recently acquired Target purple plaid button down was just the piece I needed to pair with my leather mini skater skirt. I could have gotten the red option to be more "Christmasy" but I figured I'd get more wear out of the purple (I also got this black and white one too.. oops!)

 

Next I just layered on some super fun bangles, a crystal statement necklace (that you can score for $15 by using code BEDAZN or BEDA15 for 15% off your order!) and a cheeky transparent clutch. Normally, my credit cards and ID are just floating around in there but I got the brilliant idea to use my Business Card holder from Graphic Image as a pseudo-wallet for the night! Everyone loved that you could see inside my bag as well as a peak at my card case's personalization stamp :)

 

And BOOM! I was comfy, covered, cozy and totally Christmas party worthy. You could rock this look at your work's party or even a neighborhood get-together that's not going to be extremely dressy. It's been an mix of extremely busy days and terrible weather the last couple of weeks so I apologize for being slightly MIA. Hopefully I can get some more outfits up this week! Happy Monday everyone! xox

Game Day Outfit: FSU Sequin Tee & Oxblood Booties

 

Victoria's Secret PINK Florida State Sequin Seminole Head Tee (very old)

ASOS Faux Leather Skater Skirt

Sole Society "Helena" Booties c/o || ILY Couture Arrow Ring c/o & Sideways Cross Necklace (splurge option) || JV Hantres "Noles" & "Fear The Spear" Macramé Bracelets (10% off with code BAD10OFF) || Michael Kors "Bradshaw" Watch || J. Crew Classic Medium Bangle in Garnet

 

We had some beautiful warm temps this weekend so I tried to take advantage of the no-tights weather with this week's BADxGameDay outfit. I took one of my favorite tees (that I usually wear with jeans or cutoffs) and paired it with a flirty skirt and heels. This is something that any gal can do in order to "dress up" that game day outfit. Now, I wouldn't exactly recommend this look for a tailgate but definitely for a night out on the town after you (hopefully) celebrate your team's win.

 

I'm getting so much wear out of these Sole Society oxblood booties (you guys went cray when I posted them on insta last month). I love that they come in a variety of colors which are perfect for game day or just every day footwear. I know I mentioned it before.. but I'll say it again.. SO COMFY! Yes, really!

 

By the way - have you ordered any rhinestone bracelets from JV Hantres yet? No?! Well don't forget she's got a variety of schools and colors to pick from. Plus you'll get 10% your order with my special code BAD10OFF. Who doesn't love a little game day bling?! :) Happy Hump Day y'all! xo

Oufit Post: A Taste of Summer in Fall

 

Target Cropped Tank Top

ASOS Leather Skater Skirt (sold out but similar ASOS version)

Sole Society "Elsa" Bootie (sold out)

ILY Couture Pia Handbag c/o (on sale!) || ILY Couture Fan Fringe Necklace || Stackable Number Rings via GroopDealz || Similar Cat Eye Sunnies || Revlon "Fuschia Fusion" Lipstick

 

We experienced some serious summer weather a few weeks ago, so I compromised with Mother Nature by sporting a crop top with a leather skirt and booties. I mean it was October after all! Thank Gosh crop tops were popping up all over the Spring/Summer 2014 runways. I've finally fallen in love with this trend and of course it's in the middle of a season change. Oh well, at least the 3 I've purchased will get serious wear once spring starts up again.

 

It's back to reality today after 8 days of vacation. I'm going to need an extra large Starbucks and lots of chocolate just to get through my blog's emails, let alone all my work emails! Oh yes - did I mention that I got a new job? It's been a little crazy in between all our trips, but I finally landed an awesome position as a Social Media Manager for a company here in Raleigh. I'm super excited and now that all of our vacations are over, it's time to take the bull by the horns!

 

This week is going to be packed to the brim so stick around! Happy Monday!! xo

 

linking up with Stylelixir

Blogger Collab: Falling for Neon

 

 

Neon Pink Gap Essential V-Neck Tee (old - cute short sleeve option here from The Loft)

River Island Faux Leather Skater Skirt from ASOS (such a steal!)

Zara Studded Black Ankle Bootie (similar here and here from TARGET!

D'Andrea "Mr. One Nighter" in black c/o LuckyFABB || Nordstrom BP "Flash" Metallic Aviators in Pink || Michael Kors "Bradshaw" Rose Gold Watch || Jennifer Zeuner Cursive Nameplate Necklace in Rose Gold (gifted)

 

As I said on instagram when I posted this outfit, "Maybe if you wear it, Fall will come" {quick.. what modified movie line?} I've only said the next phrase like 100 times, but I am beyond ready for fall to be here already! So now I figure, maybe if I just wear fall clothes, then it will choose to follow suit (yeah right... dream on!) Oh well.. at least when I was in the elevator in my building, a sweet woman told me how much she loved my black and pink together. Nikki tested, chic lady approved! :)

 

After officially adding the leather skater skirt to my fall wish list, I was super pumped when I ordered it at the beginning of August. And boy, was it a trial and a half trying to get it delivered. But I'm thankful that it finally arrived on my doorstep because it's most definitely going to be a fall favorite. Definitely one of those pieces that will transition from season to season - so get your hands on one ASAP! 

 

Today I'm teaming up with Laura from Walking in Memphis in High Heels to prove that neon isn't going anywhere! I love Laura's blog - she's always wearing super chic outfits that are definitely style inspiring. Laura's got the perfect combo of girly yet wearable down pat. Plus, her hair is gorgeous - like the most perfect curls.

 

 

Seriously wish I could get mine to be like that! I laughed when we sent each other pictures of our looks for this neon collab. It's the same outfit idea but we each put our own spin on it - and I swear we didn't even plan it that way! :) So make sure you check her blog out!

 

Are you as ready for fall as I am?!

 

Linking up with  Watch What I'm Wearing, Friday's Fab Favorites Get Your Pretty On & The Pleated Poppy