Casual Pattern Play

It is cold.  Really cold. But the cold won't put a damper on my day, epically my day off.  I stick to layering when the temps are in the teens and below: long sleeve shirt, sweater, jacket, blanket scarf.  It also helps that I am usually inside, or in the car.  There is something amazing about stripes and their ability to mix and match with everything... yes everything.  I can put stripes with another pattern and fall in love (stripes and plaid is one of my favorites for winter).   Also, these shoes... AMEN to my boyfriend.  They are the perfect, casual couture is how I see them!  The universal olive color mixed with the slight wedge makes me feel like an urban badass... I'm not that urban, and I'm not much of a badass so it's a bit of a stretch but they make me feel good so i'm going to rock them as much as possible.  

This bag... I'm trying to be a good girl and not splurge on any items for a month (lets see how that goes). But, the bucket bag is back in full force and I am filling the void with this Old Navy one until I pull the plug on a more expensive one.  Its just a matter of time before I pull the trigger and give my entire paycheck for something to carry all of my other things.  

Oh, and someone needs to tell mother nature to relax with all this snowfall... 

- Kay

Pink is a Neutral.

Theres something about light pink that has me wanting to wear it... every day.  I have vowed (to myself) to "keep it simple" this year... I may or may not have already broken that rule (life is too short).  For the most part I have aimed for all my purchases to be items that are solid, basic, and/or classic.  I mean, I think this pink coat is classic (enough).  This coat was purchased before my new plan was set in place but seems to mix well with my "new" and "simple" wardrobe... Who would have thought pink was so neutral? 

This new rule of mine has me working easier pieces into my wardrobe, including these ripped jeans.  I am in love.  I normally go for jeans on the darker side but I loved the casual vibe from these, and they were on sale, major sale, now if I could just get them to change the dress code at work...   

 Oh, and welcome to my revived blog.

 I will be posting about outfits (that hopefully go along with my new "simple" style), beauty, and bits and pieces of my life!  

-Kay

Sequined Sweater & Cold Weather

With the weather down to record breaking temperatures in some states, here in Boston we have experienced this year after year.  In my 19 years of life I actually forget how cold it can get.  When it's cold I want to do nothing except for snuggle in bed, and watch bad reality TV. Last night was the return of The Real World, it proved to be more amusing than I expected!  In reality I can not lay in bed all day, I actually have to leave the house and work.  On those cold, I don't feel like doing anything days, choosing an attractive outfit is not something I want to do.

Max, being the most amazing boyfriend that he is, personally picked out this adorable sweater for me (for Christmas).  I opened the box and instantly loved it.  It is the perfect color, the perfect length, and is covered with delicate sequins (my favorite).  The headband and glove set speaks for itself, what more could you want on a cold day aside from warm ears and fingers?  The set is from No Rest for Bridget, they are the perfect accessory for a winter day, warm and glamorous.  Unfortunately they are not sold online but I am sure that other local boutiques will have something similar.  The vest was added for extra warmth, and the combat boots were for comfort (booties and the cold do not mix well for me).

Stay warm out there.

Sweater: Calvin Klein via Macys
Jeggings: NRFB
Boots: Target (sold out) similar
Vest: Old Navy (sold out online)
Coat: NRFB (sold out online) exact
Bag: Zara

Bright Sweater + Vest Weather

The holidays have ended and as the new year approaches we have had some ugly weather.  It's okay though because rainy days are perfect for movies!  This past Sunday was a gloomy one.  I brightened it up with a pink sweater and cream vest (that I have been loving).  This Old Navy vest is a keeper!  I had been lusting over the J. Crew vests that everyone and their mother owns but when i found this similar one at Old Navy for... 20 flipping dollars I jumped at the chance (and should probably go pick up a few more).  Since it was raining, I wanted something dark on bottom.  This jeggings are also from Old Navy and were so affordable.  Old Navy has seriously stepped their game up, the fit of the jeans are amazing, now I know why I have seen them on so many other blogs (they are the rockstar cut).

This seriously look alike bag was a major find at No Rest for Bridget.  Working at a clothing store is detrimental to my wallet but this baby was only $35 and I needed it.  I have wanted a Rebecca Minkoff  bag for three years and counting.  First of all the red color is amazing and second of all it was only 35 flipping dollars!  Who could pass that up?  If you haven't seen these bags you should check them out, here.  After wearing this look alike around for a couple of days i can confidently say that I would much rather a smaller size.  Some good came out of buying an almost knockoff bag (I prefer not calling them knockoffs, more like tester bags before a big purchase).

It is also important to have a cute umbrella!

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Why I Say No to Jackets

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More often than not I am that girl walking down the street when it is 30 degrees with a sweater (and usually a scarf) on.  I do not know what it is but I can not stand the feeling of a jacket.  They are stuffy, hot, limiting, and obnoxious.  There are few things worse than chasing down the train in a jacket that you can barely move your arms in.  When your finally on the train your body starts to overheat causing you to sweat.  Yes, it gets pretty cold in Boston but my body is accustomed to it.  I do not need a Northface down jacket that goes below my knees, multiple layers of leggings, a hat that was created for Antarctica, or boots that could trudge through a foot of snow.  Winter just started and I will be without a formal winter coat for as long as I can.

As an alternative I wear nice chunky sweaters.  I love them.  Although they don't do much for the body I really find them quite attractive and practical for those chilly but not yet freezing days.  What I do is layer underneath with a quarter length shirt.  I'm not sure if I have a high body temperature or what, but I don't get too cold.

Enough about my strange no jacket policy and on to the outfit.  I paired this sweater (similar to my sweater dress) with some light olive knit jeggings.  I should really look into expanding my sense of color, but to me they are light olive.  For a more casual day (when I am not working) I would pair this with my beloved chucks, but for work purposes these cute wedges did the trick (and only cost 34.99 at Target).  I added lots of rings and two pendents, I really love the look of pendents with cowl neck/turtle neck tops.

I will be styling another chunky sweater soon, stay tuned.

Sweater: H&M similar

Jeggings: American Eagle

Wedges: Target

Necklace: NRFB/Urban

Watch: Fossil 

Lipstick: MAC Diva