Happy Fourth of July...and that scarf tying trick I promised!

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!!  The Fourth and Thanksgiving are my favorite holiday's ~ both include running (I either do an "event" run or just a fun run with friends/family), food, family, cute outfits and no stress!!  I'm so excited to get the day started!

If you follow me on Twitter or facebook you know that I mentioned I was going to share the coolest scarf trying trick on today's blog.  My oldest daughter, Megan, hosted a Stella & Dot party at her home on Tuesday night.  The Stella & Dot stylist, Grisel, shared this tying trick with the attendees and it too great to not pass on to you all!  It just so happens that the scarf I wear for the Fourth every year works perfectly tied like this so I decided to do a Fourth of July/Scarf Tying Trick post all in one!

Hold the scarf horizontally

Fold the scarf in half

Tie together at the top of the folded end and the open end with a small knot

Open the scarf at the open ends...and you have a vest!

Put your arms through the holes and adjust

Scarf vest!

To say I'm super excited about this tying trick is an understatement!  I have a ton of scarves and with vests and kimonos being all the rage this summer I now have a ton of vests and kimonos!!  The longer scarves, like this one, can be used as a great beach/pool cover-up at well.  I bought this gorgeous scarf at Meg's Stella & Dot party to take to the beach with me next week!

What I'm Wearing ~
Scarf (made into a kimono/vest): Entourage Athens (Identical)
Jean Shorts: Old Navy last summer (they are way too big this year thanks to 9 months of no carbs but I'm wearing them as boyfriend shorts with a belt. This year's version here.)
Basic White T: Gap
Wedges: New York and Company (Similar)
Straw Tote: Tory Burch (This one is sooooo cute for The Fourth!)
Sunnies: Pucci

The back.  How cute is the top where it is tied?!  You could also pull the scarf up at the bottom and tie it at the waist to make the vest shorter.

Have you seen this scarf tying trick before or is it something new to you like it was to me?  What are your Fourth of July plans?  Have a fun and safe holiday!!

XO
Elizabeth
PS ~ Meg's Stella & Dot trunk show is open for a few more days.  They have some really great stuff and fabulous deals for summer!  If you want to take a peek (and/or place an order) you can do it here!


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Neutrals

Sorry I didn't get a post done yesterday!  I was out most of the day working on a collaboration with one of the shops here in Athens and by the time I got home I was too exhausted to think!  Speaking of the collaboration ~ Next week I am starting a series on the blog I'm calling "Mz Savvy Style Loves Athens".  I decided a few months ago that since I love my beautiful little town and the unique shops and businesses we have here in Athens I wanted to feature some of my favorites on the blog.  So far the responses from the shop owners I've contacted about my idea have been very positive and enthusiastic and I can't wait to start sharing it all with you! Next week I'll kick off the series with my favorite vintage shop, Agora Vintage.  Stay tuned all next week for some amazing vintage outfits and accessories!  Seriously y'all the stuff is to die for ~ we're talking vintage Chanel, Marc Jacobs and more!  You can see a sneak peek here on my Instagram.

Now for today's outfit ~ After a week of bright Valentine inspired outfits last week and styling some bold outfits yesterday for next week's posts I was feeling a little neutral this morning.  Blush colored cords (that are a tad too big thanks to five months of dieting), a winter white Michael Kors drape front cardigan, a winter white shell, my new tan booties (that if you'd asked me this time last year if I would wear them I would have said "no" and now I want to wear them every day they are so comfy!) and my favorite leather and vintage brooch cuff.

What are you wearing today?

XO Mz Savvy Style

What I'm Wearing ~ Michael Kors Cardigan: (old, similar here) | Pants: New York and Company (old, similar here and here) | Booties: Very Volatile LA via Private Gallery Athens (similar here and here) | Top: Everly via Entourage Athens (old, similar here) | Bag: Louis Vuitton via Agora Vintage (identical) | Cuff: Made In The Deep South (One of my favorite jewelry pieces! Similar here)

Linking up with Monday Mingle, Funday Monday, Mix It Mondays, Trend Spin Linkup and Style Sessions (Links in sidebar)

What I'm Really Wearing For Valentine's

The other day I did a post I called "What I'd Wear If I Was Actually Going Out For Valentine's", meaning if I was going out for dinner or on a date with the Hubs (which I'm not because he's stuck in Philly on business).  Today's post is called "What I'm Really Wearing For Valentine's" because it's just that, what I'm planning on wearing for Valentine's IF the roads are clear enough to get out of the house!  I made plans to spend the day with my BFF, who I refer to as "my person", but the weather here has been snowy and icy and the roads are horrible so I will probably end up spending the day safe at home wearing leggings and my Valentine's t-shirt.

How are you spending Valentine's Day?  What will you be wearing?  Whatever you are doing and whatever you are wearing I hope it's a wonderful, love filled day!

XO Mz Savvy Style

What I'm wearing ~ Jeans: Blank Denim via Private Gallery Athens | T-shirt: New York and Company (last Valentine's, similar here) | Jacket: Versona Accessories (similar here) | Boots (ooooold! Similar here) | Bag: Vintage Coach Legacy | Lips: L'Oreal Colour Riche Lipstick in True Red 

Linking up with Working Girl With Style 

Valentine's Week

Happy Valentine's week!  I love it when a special day falls at the end of the week because you feel like you can celebrate all week long!  One of the ways I love to celebrate holiday's is by dressing for them and this morning in honor of Valentine's week I pulled a week's worth of red and pink Valentine's inspired outfits to wear and share!

Today's outfit is not a "Valentine's only" outfit, you could pretty much wear it any day of the year but with the pops of pink and red it gives a nod to the holiday.  I love how the pink horizontal stripe in the sweater goes with the pink vertical stripe in the shirt and it is all pulled together with the pink pants but the leopard in the shoes makes the whole look more interesting.

And while we are on the subject of Valentine's...have you had a chance to check out my Valentine's Gift Guide I posted last week?  If not you can see it here!

What are you wearing this Valentine's week?  Do you enjoy dressing for the holiday?

XO Mz Savvy Style

What I'm Wearing ~ Pants: New York and Company (old, similar here) | Shirt: J.Crew Men's (thrifted, similar here) | Sweater: Gap (last season, similar v-neck version here) | Shoes: Jessica Simpson via eBay, I'm loving this lower heeled version and this almost identical pair | Bag: Vintage Coach Legacy via Agora Vintage, you can find the same here.

Linking up with Monday Mingle, Funday Monday, Mix it Monday's and What I Wore Sunday.

A Snow Day and A Legacy Bag

Sorry that it's Wednesday and I'm just now doing my first post of the week!  What a crazy few days it's been here!  On Sunday I went to my sister-in-law's to help her pack up her house for her and her family's move to California.  I spent the night with her so we could finish packing on Monday.  The weather was absolutely gorgeous ~ so much so that we had the doors open so we could enjoy the beautiful day while we were busy packing.  We finished up Monday afternoon and after saying our goodbye's and shedding a few tears I headed home.  By Tuesday morning the temperature was dropping and the clouds were rolling in.  If you watch the news you know what happened here in Georgia come mid morning on Tuesday ~ snow, ice and panic hit.  I know for those in the North it's hard to understand how 2-3 inches of snow can completely shut a state down and leave people stranded for hours upon hours.  We only get snow here every few years so there is not the equipment or manpower needed to clear roads.  People don't stock their cars with blankets and food, don't have chains or snow tires and most don't even wear boots, gloves and coats!  Fortunately my kid's schools were cancelled early and all of our jobs closed and sent everyone home before it got bad out.  We were cozy at home enjoying the beautiful snow but many people were not so lucky.  My brother-in-law is still stuck at the airport after flying in from California yesterday afternoon, one of my brother's was stranded at work until he was finally able to get home a few hours ago and my other brother's wife, who works at a hospital, worked a 24 hour shift and after a quick rest has to do it again.  I'm praying everyone is able to get home safely to their family's soon!

Being the fashion blogger I am I couldn't let a beautiful snow day go by without using it as a backdrop for blog pictures!  This is the first of three outfits I pulled for my "snow day" pictures.  A cozy cape layered over a striped cowl-neck, with leather leggings, Hunter wellies and of course a hat and gloves!  And I can't forget my new Coach Legacy bag!  I've been on the hunt for over a year now for the perfect red cross-body bag.  I knew I wanted a vintage Coach ~ either a Willis bag or Legacy bag ~ but was having a hard time finding one.  I frequent a shop here in Athens,  Agora Vintage and mentioned to the owner, Airee, what I was looking for and...she found it!  A mint condition, vintage, red Coach Legacy bag!  And because I'm working on a collaboration with her (more on that later) she gave me an amazing deal (under $70)! Woo hoo!

I hope you all are safe and warm!!

XO Mz Savvy Style

Linking up with Monday Mingle, Funday Monday, Style Sessions, Trend Spin Linkup, Random Wednesday and  The Pleated Poppy

Sweater Cape: New York and Company (old but similar here) | Top: Old Navy (old, identical here) | Leggings: Entourage (sold out but similar here and here) | Wellies: Hunter | Gloves: Loft (old, similar here and here) | Bag: Vintage Coach Legacy from Agora Vintage and in tan here | Lips: L'Oreal Colour Riche in Real Red

Better Late Than Never ~ September Review

"Better late than never" ~ it's becoming my motto lately. With so much on my plate right now some things fall through the cracks, like sending birthday cards, doing laundry, my September review post... So here it is on the twelfth of October ~ better late than never, I say!

September was definitely a month of transition for my wardrobe. The cool weather was SLOW in getting here so mixing fall clothes with hot weather clothes and lots of layering for cooler mornings and warm afternoons was my m.o. October is here and with it finally came some cooler temps. I'm really hoping they stick around because I'm ready to pack away my summer wardrobe and haul out the fall!

How about you? What's your favorite season? Are you ready for cool weather dressing like I am? Boots, scarves, cardis, tights, sweaters, fur vests, jeans (with out sweating)...aaaahhhh. Fall, I love you! Have a savvy and stylish weekend!!

<3 Mz Savvy Style