Kimono Casual

If you ask me what I think the perfect casual season transition outfit is I'd say a kimono, distressed boyfriend jeans, silk tank and suede booties.  The jeans and booties keep it comfy, casual.  The silk tank dresses the look up a bit and the kimono is the perfect completer piece.  And what about the fringe?!?!  Obsessed!

What I'm Wearing ~
Kimono: Umgee USA via Encore / Similar here
Distressed Boyfriend Jeans: Genetic c/o Encore / Similar
Suede Booties: Sam Edelman via Encore
Silk Tank: Gypsy 05 via Encore
Necklaces: Boho Gal via Encore / Obsessed with this one
Bangles: Boho Gal / I just added this one to my jewelry wardrobe
Clutch: Encore / Similar

Fringe and twirling go together... it had to be done!

Encore, my favorite Athens boutique!!

XO
Elizabeth


Photos by Diana Zylow


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Encore Sip & Shop

Last Thursday night I hosted a Sip & Shop at my favorite Athens boutique, Encore.  I've been talking about and doing outfit posts from Encore for the past few weeks (if you missed the posts and some really fabulous outfits you can see them here, here, here, here and here).  The Sip & Shop was the perfect way to celebrate a very successful collaboration!  We had an amazing sweets and sips table by Lisa Formaro (it was so beautiful it stopped people in their tracks!), giveaways every hour (and some very happy winners!), a 20% discount for all attendees, and personal styling by me!  We had a great turn out with everyone from friends, family, fellow bloggers, blog readers, Athens locals, regular Encore shoppers and people shopping Encore for the first time.  The night was such a success that Nikki (the fabulous owner of Encore) and I are already planning our next event!!  Stay tuned ~ you don't want to miss it!

Beautiful day for the Sip & Shop at Encore in downtown Athens, Georgia!

Getting ready!

Custom made fashion themed cookies

Some of the gorgeous sweets and flowers provided by Lisa Formaro

Encore's fabulous owner, Nikki Grant and me before the event

Ready!

Mini cupcakes, rock candy treats and speciality lemonade

My beautiful blogger friend Jennifer of JennySue Makeup came out to the Encore event

The best hair stylist on earth, Sarah, of Adam and Eve Salon in Athens, Georgia

My daughters, Megan and Madison, and God-daughters, Mackenzie and Taylor enjoying the event!
(Madison, Mackenzie, Me, Megan, Taylor)

The first giveaway winner of the night (and my blogger friend), Nikka Shea of OhNikka, loving her new clutch!

My sweet son, Chad, came out to show his support (even though he'd rather be on the ball field or at Bass Pro!)

What I'm Wearing ~
Jumpsuit by Tart c/o Encore
Snakeskin, Ankle Strap Sandals by Sam Edelman c/o Encore
Necklace and Statement Ring by Boho Gal c/o Encore
Bangles Encore exclusive

Every party needs balloons!

This Tart Jumpsuit is one of the most comfortable (and slimming) things I've ever worn!

It was a great night!  Thank you to everyone who came!

XO Mz Savvy Style

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Mz Savvy Style Loves Athens ~ Encore ~ The LBD

There are wardrobe staples that every girl needs in her closet ~ dark wash jeans, two button down shirts, ballet flats, nude heels, cardigans, two to three pairs of tailored pants, boyfriend jeans, two skirts, simple t-shirts for layering, classic trench coat, basic accessories, black heeled knee boots, brown riding boots, wellies, jacket or blazer, black pumps and a LBD (little black dress).  As a personal stylist the wardrobe staples are the things that I focus on first when working with a client and then build out the rest of her wardrobe around them.

I'm always on the hunt for the perfect wardrobe staples to recommend to my clients and this LBD or little black dress is one that I'd love to have in my closet!  It's fit and flare styling is flattering on anyone as is the jersey fabric it's made of, the detailing of the cutouts around the neckline and hem ads interest without being overwhelming and...it has pockets, which is always a plus in my book!  When you are looking for a little black dress look for one that can easily be dressed up or down depending on the accessories you pair with it.  In this look I styled the LBD for a night out with a cool statement necklace, a lace-up heel, a graphic clutch and of course, a red lip!

What I'm Wearing ~

LBD: Susana Monaco c/o Encore Athens 

(more LBD's here and here)

Statement Necklace: Boho Gal c/o Encore Athens

Graphic Clutch: BCBGeneration c/o Encore Athens

Lace-up Cage Sandals (one of spring's hottest trends): BCBGeneration via T.J.Maxx

(similar here, here and here and this leopard print pair is at the top of my wish list!)

Red Lip: L'Oreal Colour Riche Lipstick in True Red

Have you entered my giveaway yet?  It's easy to do and who wouldn't want to win a great spring outfit or a $200 Encore gift card?  Enter here ~


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XO Mz Savvy Style

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Mz Savvy Style Loves Athens ~ Encore and My First Ever Giveaway!!

I've got some really exciting things to share with you!!  All this week and into next I will be featuring Encore, one of my favorite shops in Athens (actually one of my favorite shops anywhere), in my blog series "Mz Savvy Style Loves Athens" and I will be showing you some of the hottest in spring fashion from the store.  I am also teaming up with Encore to do my first ever blog giveaway!  Encore and I will be giving one lucky Mz Savvy Style reader their choice of either the outfit featured in today's post or a $200.00 Encore gift card to purchase anything from the store!  Y'all, I wish I could enter ~ it's a good one!!  And...that's not all!!  I am hosting a Sip and Shop at Encore on Thursday, April 10th from 6-9pm!  There will be sweets and sips by Chic Sweets, exclusive after-hours shopping and a 20% discount, AWESOME giveaways though-out the night, styling tips by yours truly and the latest in spring clothing, shoes and accessories!  If you are anywhere near Athens I'd love for you to come out and sip, shop and style with me!!

If you follow my blog or Instagram you know how much I love Athens.  A few months ago I decided to feature my beautiful little town and some of it's shops in a series I'm calling "Mz Savvy Style Loves Athens".  I started my series last month with Agora Vintage.  If you missed any of the Agora Vintage posts you can see them here, here and here.  This week and into next I will be featuring Encore, a women's clothing and accessories boutique located on East Clayton Street in the heart of downtown Athens.  Encore has been providing the Athens area fashionistas with the latest clothes, jewelry, shoes and accessories since 1980.  Just because Encore is located in a college town doesn't mean you have to be in college to shop there.  Encore has something for everyone ~ from the tween to teen, college girl to the working girl and for the 40 something and beyond girls like me.  They also offer a items in a wide range of prices.  There really is something for everyone!  I think that's why it's one of my favorite places to shop, I can go in there and find the perfect thing for myself, for my girls, for my mom or for a friend!  

Today's outfit totally says "spring"!!  I wish the weather was saying the same thing the day I shot these pics!  It was freezing outside at the time so I kept the photo taking to inside the store which is ok because it's such a large, beautiful store it created a great backdrop!  I love the look of tailored shorts and a great nude heel.  It makes the leg look long and lean.  These tailored, floral shorts are by Line & Dot which is one of the featured lines at Encore and of which I am a huge fan!  Their clothes are on trend without being too trendy, tailored without being stuffy and classic without being boring! The fabric, cut and quality are top notch too.  I think three out of the five outfits I styled for this series have at least one Line & Dot item in them.

What I'm Wearing ~ Floral Shorts: Line & Dot (dress version here) | Peplum Top: Susana Monaco | Bag: BCBGeneration (on super sale at Encore!) | Necklace: Boho Gal | Bracelets and Earrings: Encore exclusive | Sandals: Sam Edelman (I'm thinking I will own them soon! They are the perfect spring/summer go-to shoes. Similar here, loving this metallic version and these wedges are so fun for a casual spring shoe!

All items are currently in stock and available at Encore.  You can call the store at 706-354-8826, like/message them on Facebook, visit their website or visit the store at 186 East Clayton Street, Athens, Georgia!  And of course you can come shop at Encore with me on April 10th!

Now for the giveaway!!  It starts today and will run though the morning of my shopping party, Thursday, April 10th.  The winner can choose either the outfit (Line & Dot shorts and Susana Monaco peplum top) or a $200 Encore gift card!  Good Luck!!

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