Fake It...

...until you make it! 

Yesterday I was in kind of a maxi skirt mood when I was thinking up outfits for the blog (and for real-life this week!) but alas I do not actually own a maxi skirt. I used to have two, but I just felt like I wasn't wearing either one very much. For me, I think a maxi skirt is one of those pieces I just wouldn't wear often, but occasionally it'd be just the perfect finishing piece to an outfit. Do you have anything like that in your closet (rather, not in your closet)?

So I decided to fake a maxi skirt with this striped tee layered over a dress and tied in a chic knot. Looks pretty legit to me! :) The classic combo of navy, white, and silver is a go-to for me, but adding fun touches like the high-low hem of the dress/skirt, sparkly TOMS, and a trendy statement necklace keep the look interesting and updated. 

Outfit Details

J. Crew Tee (similar) / Old Navy Dress (similar, similar) / TOMS (similar)

Premier Designs Jewelry: On Pointe necklace, Make A Scene bracelet

--Caroline

Feeling Green

Happy St. Patrick's Day! This is what I'm wearing today... In case your curious, this year I've started using taking outfit photos for TSL as a way to plan my outfits. So I decided on this a few days ago when I brought out the tripod for a photo session. I think working like this not only helps me be proactive, but it also makes for more authentic outfits for y'all to see--not just staged looks I actually wouldn't wear in my daily life!

This dress (and my identical navy one) were staples in Italy last summer, and I can't wait to pull them out again this spring & summer. Here, I've picked the green one in celebration of the holiday, pairing it with my denim jacket and this funky beaded necklace I've had for years. I'm traveling today, so this will be a perfectly comfortable look for being in the car, without sacrificing style. 

Outfit Details

Old Navy Maxi Dress (similar, similar) / Old Navy Jacket (lighter version) / Toms Flats 

Premier Designs Jewelry: Star Studded bracelet, White Hot watch

--Caroline

Layered Necklaces

After finishing up all my projects for the semester last week, I finally had some time to do some Christmas shopping, and this is what I wore. Comfortable, easy, and perfect for a day that started with temperatures in the 50's and ended in the 70's. I started with a scarf, but by noon it was not needed. That's Florida weather in December for you! My favorite part of this outfit is actually my jewelry; I love the layered necklaces look, with a mix of silver and gold. I started with the Maltese Cross necklace I ordered from Etsy, which I wear on all the days that Kyle works. Then, I added the Over the Moon necklace set, which has both gold and silver chains. Keeping with the circular motif, I took the center chain from the Your Way necklace and added that, because it has circular disks as well. 

Outfit Details

Maxi dress from Jane.com / Charming Charlie bag (old) / Audrey Brooke Flats

Firefighter Maltese Cross necklace / Premier Designs Jewelry: Over the Moon necklace, Your Way necklace, Shelby wrap bracelet, Rocky Cove earrings

--Caroline

Plaid to the Max

I got so fond of wearing dresses on the daily while I was on study abroad in Italy that I really want it to continue. One thing I always struggle with with dresses, maxi dresses to be specific, is how to wear them in cooler weather. The other day I had an idea, and I went with it! Plaid immediately says fall to me, because I think of cozy flannels and blankets, so this infinity scarf was an obvious choice. Paired with a cardigan and belted, the end result is a maxi dress look worthy of cooler temps!

Outfit Details

Old Navy Maxi / Millibon Cardigan via Stitch Fix / Scarf via Jane.com 

Audrey Brooke Flats / Express Belt

Premier Designs Jewelry: Sea Spray earrings, Cairo watch

--Caroline

I'm Back... With Polka Dots

I'm back!!!!

Thank you for your understanding as I took a little break from blogging. If I'm being honest, part of my break was due to this lovely thing called writers block... I just couldn't think about anything fun to write about, or any cute outfits to put together. This last project for Studio 4 really drained me, in more ways then one. I'm sure y'all can relate in some way!

As I sat on the couch trying to start again, I ended up finding pictures of today's outfit that never got posted! What a nice little find in my mass amounts of photos! :) While I took these probably a month ago, it is Florida so this maxi and cardigan combo is actually perfect for this time of year in Florida. I love the slight edge that this tassel necklace provides, and the polka dots make it playful. Simple, and perfect for this transitional weather!

Outfit Details

Millibon Cardigan from Stitch Fix / Old Navy Maxi Dress / Gabor Sandals 

Premier Designs Jewelry: Into The Swing necklace, Starlet bracelet

--Caroline

Dots & Spots

Old Navy Maxi Dress / Old Navy Jean Jacket / Bandolino Heels / Premier Designs Jewelry

Mixing prints is one of my favorite things to do in my outfits lately. Here I've done it a little more subtly, by pairing a cute polka dot maxi with a leopard print necklace. The key with mixing prints is to pair different sized prints together, which doesn't look as busy. Another tip I have is to stick with the same general shape with the patterns; polka dots and leopard print spots are both round, which allows them to pair together very easily!

I wore this last week to brighten up my week... the day prior I went to pick up my ring from being sized, and it was still too big! Long story with that is that I'm without it for another couple weeks, and I was looking so forward to having it back on my finger. Any engaged readers out there feel my frustrations? 

Also, as I write this post from the front porch where I can enjoy the beautiful day, my friend Marisa says the caption of this post should really be "Hi look how cute I am!" :)

--Caroline

Linking Up With: Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas for the Trend Spin Linkup