Buffalo Plaid and Fur

Buffalo plaid and (faux) fur ~ they were made to go together!  Add some distressed boyfriend jeans, pointy toe booties and a red lip and you're ready to take on the world (or a day of running errands ~ which ever comes first!)

What I'm Wearing ~
Red & Black Buffalo Plaid Shirt: Old Navy
Faux Fur Vest: The one I'm wearing is a few years old from Loft but HERE'S an (almost) identical one at a great price!
Distressed Boyfriend Jeans: Genetic (mine are c/o Encore Athens)
Pointy Toe Booties: Guess (similar)
Bag: Coach (mine is the original vintage version c/o Agora Vintage Athens and it's one of the best bags I've ever owned!)
Earrings, Layering Necklace, Rebel Pendant (a must have!!), Sparkle Bracelet, Inspiration Bangle (also comes in silver and rose gold)

Stella & Dot Jewelry

So this is my first outfit post of 2015!  Sorry it took so long!  Another look coming later this week!

XO
Elizabeth


All photos are by my amazing photographer Diana Zylow.  If you are looking for a photographer, Diana's your girl!!


This week's linkups are all in the sidebar ---->

Leopard is Always a Good Idea

Can you believe Christmas is less than ten days away?  I have just started my Christmas shopping - like yesterday - so between the day job, blog, Stella & Dot and getting ready for the quickly approaching holiday I'm running crazy!  What do you wear when you're running from one thing to the next?  I reach for comfy leggings (leather or pointe knit are my favorites), a tunic top (leopard is always a good idea, it makes any outfit chic), a stylish cardi (this one is from The Loft Boutique and I'm loving the fringe and fabulous wine color!), flat boots and a cross body bag that's easy to sling on and go!

What I'm Wearing ~
Wine Sweater: c/o The Loft Boutique {similar}
Leopard Top: T.J.Maxx {similar}
Pointe Leggings: Nordstrom
Tan Suede Boots: Encore Athens {LOVE this over the knee pair}
Bag: Agora Vintage Athens {similar}
Rebel Pendant, Engravable Disc Necklace, Eden Bangle, Inspiration Bangle, Chevron Ring

How do you stay comfy and stylish this busy time of the year?

XO
Elizabeth


Photos by Diana Zylow

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Simply Simple

Do you ever have those days where you are in a hurry to get out the door but are drawing a complete blank on what to wear?  I've felt this way a lot lately (especially since most of my days start at 4:15am!) so I have pulled together a few "simply simple", wear just about anywhere, I can put it on in five minutes and still look cute outfits that I keep in the front of my closet so I can just grab and go on those days.  Tone on tone or one color outfits are usually fail proof and look instantly chic.  Audrey Hepburn was a master of the one color outfit.  Her simply simple style of cropped skinny pants, a sweater, chic flats and of course, pearls, is classically timeless and a look I find myself gravitating towards in my own wardrobe and wearing on repeat.  I love other one color outfits like gray with gray or white with white but I tend to gravitate towards black with black (I guess it's the Audrey in me!).

What I'm Wearing ~
Sweater: Gap (30% off online with code HAPPY)
Jeans: Old Navy (25% off with code ONSAVENOW) I sized up two sizes to give them a skinny-boyfriend look.
Skimmers: Charlotte Russe (old) ~ Identical
Clutch: Urban Expressions c/o Encore Athens ~ Similar
Necklace: Stella & Dot (It can be worn several ways!)
Bracelet: Stella & Dot (On SALE!!)
Earrings: Stella & Dot (So classic!!)

What are your simply simple go-to outfits?

XO
Elizabeth

Photos by Diana Zylow

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


Linking up with Monday Mingle, Let It Shine, Trend Spin Linkup, Style Sessions, Mix it Mondays, Random Wednesday and The Pleated Poppy

This Skirt

How fabulous is this skirt?  From the full skater style to the bold colors and fun pattern it's a stunner!  This skirt makes such a statement I paired it with a neutral, feminine blouse, black shoes and clutch that would let the skirt be the focus of the outfit and not compete for attention.  I kept the jewelry simple too with an arm stack of thin bangles with turquoise detail and stud earrings.  

What I'm Wearing ~
Skirt: Flying Tomato via Encore (Similar here)
Blouse: Tulle via Encore (Long sleeve version here)
Clutch: BCBGeneration via Encore (Love this one too!)
Lace Up Cage Booties: BCBGeneration via T.J.Maxx (These are fab!)

This skirt looks good coming and going!

Today's the day!!  Join me at Encore in beautiful downtown Athens from 5:00 - 9:00pm for the latest in fall fashions (including the fabulous outfit above), stunning Stella & Dot jewelry and accessories, sips and sweet treats from The Sweet Trend and styling by me!  A portion of the Encore proceeds go directly to University of Georgia Relay for Life.  See you at 186 East Clayton Street, Athens, Georgia 30601!

XO
Elizabeth


Photos by my fab photographer, Diana Zylow


Linking up with Friday's Fab Favorites, Mamanista Friday's and Casual Friday

Snake and Leather

Snake and leather ~ what a combo, right?  I love how it's edgy without being over the top.  And I've never in my life put on a pair of pants I like more.  These fit and feel amazing and the vertical pattern makes my legs appear longer and thinner than they actually are (but that's our little secret!).  These pants have been added to my fall wish list...along with the top in Monday's post and the jacket in last Friday's.  Oh Encore, how I love your fall fashions!!

What I'm Wearing ~
Snake Print Jeans: 7 For All Mankind via Encore
Drapey Top With a Faux Leather Back: Tulle via Encore (Crushing on this faux leather tee!)
Black Lace-up Cage Booties: BCBGeneration via T.J.Maxx (These are fab and are on SALE!)
Black Clutch: Urban Expressions via Encore (Similar)
Sunnies: Coach

I love all the different textures!

Are you loving the fall fashions from Encore I've shared with you in the past few posts as much as I am?  Well, there are even more fabulous fall clothes where these came from!  Join me THIS Friday, September 19th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Encore for a Sip & Shop and Stella & Dot Trunk Show!  You will have the chance to try on all the great clothes Encore has to offer and get styled by me!  Plus I'm hosting a Stella & Dot Trunk Show at the event and I will show you how to style the stunning jewelry with Encore's fashions.  When you leave you will be all set for fall!!
You can find Encore at 186 East Clayton Street, Athens, Georgia 30601

I hope to see you there!
XO
Elizabeth


Photos by the super talented Diana Zylow ~ If you need a great photographer, Diana's your girl!


Linking up with Random Wednesday, The Pleated Poppy, What I Wore to Work and Working Girl With Style

Audrey and Taylor

When I went into Encore  last week to style outfits for my current series of blog posts I was instantly drawn to this top.  It's a very on-trend dressy sweatshirt, the Swiss-dot and quilted detail are to die for and it reminds me of something Audrey Hepburn or Taylor Swift would wear.  You could say it's a win, win, win!  Oh, and it's super comfortable.  Another win.  I'll be adding it to my fall wardrobe for sure!!

What I'm Wearing ~
Quilted sweatshirt with leather and swiss-dot detail: C Luce via Encore (Similar here)
Black pointe leggings with faux leather detail (SO comfortable!): I <3 Tyler Madison via Encore (Similar here)
Quilted bag with chain strap: Urban Expressions via Encore (Obsessed with this one)
Black lace up cage booties: BCBGeneration via T.J.Maxx (Love these and they are on SALE!)
Gold and black earrings: Encore (Similar and gorgeous!)

I love the detail of this sweatshirt! Quilting, faux leather and swiss-dot lace!

Faux Leather Details

This Friday, September 19th, I'm co-hosting a Sip & Shop and Stella & Dot Trunk Show at Encore and you are all invited!!!  We will have all the latest in fabulous fall fashion, stunning Stella & Dot jewelry and accessories, sweets and sips by The Sweet Trend and styling by me!  Plus a portion of the night's Encore sales will go to Athens Relay For Life.  Stop by anytime between 5:00 and 9:00 at 186 East Clayton Street, Athens, Georgia 30601.  Hope to see you there!

XO
Elizabeth


Photos by the fabulous Diana Zylow


Linking up with Monday Mingle, Let it Shine, Mix it Monday's, Trend Spin Linkup and Style Sessions