Cool & Chic

Good morning!  This is almost a "going out" outfit.  I decided to spice things up a bit with little heels & peep toes.  My feet may be hating me by tonight...

I inserted Dr. Scholl's insoles for comfort.

Shoes:  Nine West bought at the outlet in Wading River, Long Island.  I also have a pair of these in nude.  The insoles definitely help!  www.ninewest.com
Shirt:  Converse for Target.  I've worn this before.  It's great as a layering piece or stand-alone.  www.target.com
Tie Bottom Capris:  Vintage Havana bought at Sorella of Woodstock.  Love the versatility of them (I have them tied to make them shorter).  The shape adds some curve to the leg.  They are flattering, soft, & lightweight.  www.vintagehavana.com, www.sorellaofwoodstock.com
Belt:  No idea where it's from.  But I think a belt makes the outfit a little more dressy. 
Vegan Bag:  Street Level bought at Sorella of Woodstock.  I transferred the inside from the beige one right into this one, took 2 seconds.  www.streetlevelbag.com , www.sorellaofwoodstock.com

White Noise

Good morning!  I love to wear white, even at the risk of spilling something on it because I can bleach the you-know-what out of it & make it look like new again.  

Dress:  Chaudry bought at Marshalls about 5 years ago.  I don't wear this a lot, probably why it is still so white.  I always wear it with some sort of belt.  It didn't come with one.  I think it would also look good with a bold colored belt & shoes like red or royal blue.  www.chaudryfashion.com

Belt:  Came with another dress by Bella D bought at Marshalls.  Couldn't find a website.

Necklace:  It came from Hawaii, got as a gift from my sister. 

Shoes:  Ciao Bella bought at Marshalls 2 years ago in Jersey.  Couldn't find a website, but many websites sell this brand:  www.zappos.com, www.macys.com, www.piperlime.com

Vegan Bag:  Street Level bought at Sorella of Woodstock.  Fun & easy.  www.streetlevelbag.com or www.sorellaofwoodstock.com

So glad it's not woodpile season!

Pinstripes & Patterns

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend.  Today's outfit combines 2 pieces I would've never put together if I hadn't tried them on together (just to save time) & my friend pointed out that they looked great.

Tank:  Nine West bought at Label Shopper in Catskill.  www.ninewest.com, www.labelshopper.com
Pants:  J. Jill also bought at Label Shopper in Catskill.  www.jjill.com, www.labelshopper.com
Shoes:  Etienne Aigner bought at TJ Maxx in the city.  www.etienneaigner.com
Handbag:  Cynthia Rowley - a gift from my sister-in-law.  www.cynthiarowley.com

Alternative to Sleeveless

Morning!  Today is like Friday for me because I'm off tomorrow, woohoo!  Okay, enough about me, yesterday, my friend (KG) wrote on FB that her workplace doesn't allow sleeveless tops or open toe shoes.  This was also true for me at the last 2 places I worked, one even required hose all year long- ugh!  I think today's shirt is a nice alternative that would keep you cool & follow the dresscode.

Shirt:  H&M bought last summer. www.hm.com
Pants:  Mossimo by Target bought last summer on clearance.  They look like denim, but they're not.  Soft & light weight.  www.target.com
Belt:  Lands' End bought years ago.  Adds a little freshness.  www.landsend.com
Shoes: Etienne Aigner bought at TJ Maxx in the city. www.etienneaigner.com
Bag:  Coach got as a gift from my sister-in-law.  www.coach.com

Muscle Shirt

Morning!  Today's outfit is simple but flattering, a feminine take on the muscle shirt.

Shirt:  Express bought this for New Year's Eve, wore it with a sequin skirt.  It's very flattering, bunches in all the right places.  www.express.com

Pants: Star City Bought at Marshalls but they sell this brand at Kmart too! Who knew? Love the fit of them and they are very lightweight - great for warmer weather. www.kmart.com, www.marshalls.com

Sandals:  Dansko bought online at www.danskooutlet.com also last fall - off season. 

Earrings:  Premier Designs received as a gift from my mom with a matching necklace years ago.  www.premierdesigns.com

Vegan Bag:  Street Level bought at Sorella of Woodstock.  Still not sick of this bag!  Switched the inside from the beige one into this one & voila, easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy.  www.streetlevelbag.com or www.sorellaofwoodstock.com *Mention my blog, get 10% off* And they're having a silent auction this weekend to raise money for shelter dogs!

Resort-Wear

Good Morning!  I'm in a vacation state of mind.  Cannot wait to go away this weekend.  In the meantime, I'll dress like I already am. 

Dress:  Lucy Love bought at the most killer surf shop at the Jersey Shore called Brave New World.  I have gotten so many pieces of clothing & bathing suits from this store that I wear over & over again.   I think I was a surfer in another life or at least a wannabe.  I've only ever laid on my stomach on a surfboard & paddled for about 10 minutes & was spent.  www.lucylove.com, or PLEASE check out: www.bravesurf.com - DUDE!
Belt:  H&M bought in a pair with my pop of color hot pink one.  www.hm.com
Sandals:  Dansko bought on the outlet website last fall. Definitely always look for off-season sales.  www.danskooutlet.com
Watch: Wenger (same as yesterday) bought at a wonderful local business, Frank & Company Fine Jewelers in Saugerties.  Helpful, caring, & genuine.  Christmas gift from my husband (I had told him exactly what I wanted & of course, Frank helped too!). http://www.facebook.com/pages/Frank-and-Company-Fine-Jewelers/159795970699661
Earrings:  Uuuuh, no idea what brand or where I got them, but they are AWESOME.  I get so many compliments on them every time I wear them, seriously. 
Vegan Bag:  Street Level bought at Sorella of Woodstock. These bags are strong, stylish, & practical!  www.streetlevelbag.com, www.sorellaofwoodstock.com **mention my blog at Sorella & get 10% off**

Beads

Good morning!  Today's outfit features a very cool "necklace" by Stella & Dot.  I use quotes because it's really a string of beads that you can wear many different ways (even as a belt). 

Necklace: Stella & Dot bought at a jewelry party ---definitely see link! Desie was the jewelry consultant, going to another party in June. She is AWESOME & the jewelry is incredible! www.stelladot.com/desieferrentino
Tshirt: Max Studio bought from Marshalls.  LOVE this shirt.  I want another one because I have a feeling I will wear this out.  www.maxstudio.com
Cargos: Victoria's Secret.  So cute. www.victoriassecret.com
Watch: Wenger bought at a wonderful local business, Frank & Company Fine Jewelers in Saugerties. Love Frank's! They are so personable & genuine. My husband got this for me for Christmas (I had told him exactly what I wanted & of course, Frank helped too!). http://www.facebook.com/pages/Frank-and-Company-Fine-Jewelers/159795970699661
Sandals:  Madden Girl by Steve Madden bought at Marshalls last summer.  I must've worn the heck out of these because as I was photographing them yesterday, I noticed little bits of wear & tear.  www.stevemadden.com
Vegan Bag: Street Level bought at Sorella of Woodstock.  They just got another one of these in olive green, but it's all fabric, instead of faux leather.  Adorable!  www.streetlevelbag.com, www.sorellaofwoodstock.com **mention my blog at Sorella & get 10% off**

Pretty in Pink & Turquoise

Good morning.  Hope your week is winding down.  Check over the weekend for a night at Carnegie Hall dress...

Jeans:  Standards & Practices bought at Sorella.  These are fun, cute, & feminine.  http://standardsandpractices.net/News.html, www.sorellaofwoodstock.com Mention my blog, get 10% off at Sorella - way more than a boutique, they are also raising money to help shelter doggies!
Blouse:  H&M - there's something about this shirt, easy, breezy, summery, fresh.  www.hm.com
Necklace/earrings:  Don't know the brand, bought in Provincetown, MA last summer at Marine Specialties.  Very cool store - "Over time it's grown to be the kind of jumbled, inclusive, and eccentric "army-navy" store Provincetown deserves" http://ptownarmynavy.com/
Flats: Jessica Simpson bought at Marshalls in Kingston.  Too cuh-yute!  www.jessicasimpson.com
Vegan Bag: Street Level bought at Sorella of Woodstock. www.streetlevel.com, www.sorellaofwoodstock.com ya know to get 10% off, ya just have to mention the blog

Cocktail au Lait

Good evening.  Wanted to make a special post showing cocktail attire for a political fundraiser party at a local spot called the Lazy Swan (golf country club).  Didn't want to be too flashy or too conservative, so this is what I came up with...

Dress:  H&M.  Wore this before (see photo below 1st one).  www.hm.com

Pumps:  Marc Fisher bought at Macy's a few years ago.  http://www.marcfisherfootwear.com/ - you can listen to some swanky music or www.macys.com

Purse:  Aldo bought at store in Crossgates a couple summers ago.  This has a gold Chanel-like chain strap, but tucked it in to make a clutch.  www.aldoshoes.com

For Play-ish

For Work