Green's My Favorite

A new week and a new blog post! Yay!!  Last week was crazy with wrapping up at the old job and the start of the new job so (once again) time for blogging took a back seat.  I'm hoping once the holidays are over and I've got a handle on the new job's schedule I'll have time for a regular posting routine.  As for now you will just have to bear with me as I'm on a post-when-I-can schedule! ;-)

Do you have a favorite color?  One that you are just drawn to?  I have two, green and tiffany/turquoise blue, but I'd have to say that green is my favorite.  And I've never met a green sweater I didn't like.  Seriously.  I'm like a magpie to a shinny object when I spy a green sweater!  I did a little shopping last week at Entourage and picked up this sweater (and a few more things) because... it's a gorgeous shade of green, it's a tunic and it has fringe!!

~ What I'm Wearing ~

Tunic Sweater: Entourage {similar}

Faux Leather Pants: {old} This pair is on my Christmas list!

Suede Tall Boots: {old} These are almost identical and under $200!

Necklace: Stella & Dot {It can be worn five different ways!}

Camo Crossbody Bag: Hammitt via Tootsies {It was love at first sight ~ I'm obsessed!!}

What color are you drawn to?

XO

Elizabeth

Pics and makeup by the fab Jennifer Duvall of JennySue Makeup!

In Transition

We're in transition ~ transition from winter to spring ~ and sometimes knowing what to wear can be difficult.  One day it's 80+ and the next day it's 40.  Or it starts off cold in the morning only to warmup by 30 degrees later in the day.  Layering is the way to go this time of the year.  Cardigans, denim jackets, utility jackets, blazers and leather jackets are the perfect completer pieces.  Easy to pull off if it gets warm but look great if you have to keep them on all day.

~What I'm Wearing ~
Faux Leather Jacket: Piperlime (sold out) Similar here and it's under $100!
Sweater: Gap (old) Similar
Leopard Pants: Isaac Mizrahi NY (last year) Similar
Booties - Guess (old) Similar
Bag: Vintage Louis Vuitton via Agora Vintage Athens (This one is perfect for spring/summer!)
Necklace: Stella & Dot
Earrings: Stella & Dot
Lips: Julep Plush Pout Lip Crayon

I fell in love with these pants the minute I saw them.  The party in the front business in the back is so unique!  I wish they were still available!  I searched everywhere for you but they are completely sold out.  I did find solid leopard pants here and here.

XO
Elizabeth


Pictures by Diana Zylow

Inexpensive Style with Forever 21

OK ~ I'm not 21.  I'm actually the mother of a 21 year old (and a 20 year old and a 24 year old) but I still shop at Forever 21, especially Forever21.com.  It's my go-to for fun, trendy pieces like leather leggings and joggers, all things faux fur, jumpsuits and casual sweaters.  Right now Forever 21 is having a great sale that I stumbled on today while doing a little lunchtime online browsing and I wanted to share it with you all.  Ready?  For every sale item you buy you get one free!  That means on top of already great sale prices you get two items for the price of one!  I created a few outfits using some of the pieces from the sale to give you some ideas ~ a day outfit and a night outfit...

Leather Joggers are one of my favorite trends this season!  They are so easy to dress up or down.  My favorite way to wear them is paired with a slightly slouchy crew neck sweater, fuzzy faux fur vest, pointy toe flats (the pointy toe helps elongate the leg) and a bold layered statement necklace.  And you can never go wrong with a quilted crossbody bag.  (The joggers, sweater and vest are part of the buy one get one sale.)

Another trend I am all about is a great jumpsuit.  I'd been know to replace my lbd with a lbj a lot in the past year.  I even wore one to Star 94's "Little Black Dress Party".   Paired with a great pair of heeled peep-toe booties, a sassy leopard clutch, a fun fringed bib necklace (it compliments the lower neckline) and a fabulous faux fur jacket it's makes the perfect date-night/night-out outfit.  (The jumpsuit and jacket are both on the buy one get one sale.)

Forever 21 pieces are not forever-in-your-wardrobe pieces but they are a really fun way to embrace current trends and try something you wouldn't normally try!

XO
Elizabeth

Fair Isle Favorite

It's the countdown to Christmas!  Good grief I'm busy and I know you all are too so I'll keep this post short and sweet!  Do you know when you have something in mind that you really want ~ like the perfect pair of shoes, bag or jeans ~ and when you finally find it you buy it on the spot, no questions asked (like "how much"?)?  That's how it was with this sweater.  I'd been wanting to add the perfect cozy fair isle cardigan to my winter wardrobe and when I was away with The Hubs for my birthday a few weeks ago I found it at fab'rik Dunwoody.  Fortunately he liked the cardi as much as I did, and fab'rik was having a 33% off everything in the store sale so everyone was happy!

What I'm Wearing ~
Fair Isle Cardigan: fab'rik Dunwoody {Similar}
Faux Leather Leggings: Bevello Lenox {Similar and on sale!}
Gray Tunic Tee: TJMaxx {Similar}
Gray Suede Boots: Encore Athens {Similar and 50% off!!)
Bag: Vintage Coach via Agora Vintage Athens {Current Version}
Statement Necklace: Stella & Dot

This hair, y'all!!  I was in desperate need of a cut and color when these pics were taken a few weeks back.  Thank goodness it's been remedied!

Ring: Stella & Dot (It comes in a set of three stackable rings but I'm just wearing one.)  Earrings: Stella & Dot (These can be worn three different ways!!  I'm wearing them as studs.)

So, are you ready for Thursday?  I still have a few gifts to get, mostly stocking stuffers and a few things for The Hubs, and ALL of my wrapping to do, plus baking... but it's all good because it is the most wonderful time of the year!!  Coming to the blog Wednesday ~ what I'll be wearing for Christmas Eve!

XO
Elizabeth


Pictures by the fabulous Diana Zylow

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Baseball Inspired Sweatshirt and Leather Pants

I got this sweatshirt/sweater during my trip to The Loft Boutique back in November when they invited me to their Cheers to Nine Years celebration (see my post on this fabulous shop and the event here).  The Hubs actually picked this top out for me.  I think he likes it because it's baseball inspired.  I like it because of the mixed media aspect (I'm a fan of anything with texture) and... that it's really comfortable! It goes well with jeans and of course, leather pants, which are my obsession this season.

How cool is this wall?  I just love shooting pics in downtown Athens!

What I'm Wearing ~
Black and white baseball inspired, mixed media sweatshirt: The Loft Boutique (similar here)
Faux leather pants: K-La (identical here)
Booties: Private Gallery Athens (LOVE these!!)
"How Does She Do It" bag: Stella & Dot (this pattern is sold out - same style, different fabric here)
Rose Gold Rebel Pendant
Pave Spear Necklace
Pave Triangle Cuff
Inspire Bracelet
Inspiration Bangle

I'm a fan of metallic nails ~ especially for the holidays! I'm wearing Sienna by Julep.

What are you loving (or obsessed with) this season?

XO
Elizabeth


Pics by the fabulous Diana Zylow

Mixed Media and Layers

When I spotted this mixed media (the combination of different fabrics/materials in one garment) skirt I knew I needed to add it to my fall/winter wardrobe!  It sealed the deal for me when I found out it was on super clearance!!  It's an easy piece to dress up or down, wear with heels or boots and other solid pieces or prints.   This is just the first of what I know will be many appearances of this fun little skirt on the blog!

What I'm Wearing ~
Mixed Media Skirt: Lush (sold out) / Loving this vegan leather skirt!  It would be perfect on any shape.
Sweater: New York and Company (old) / Similar here
Denim Boyfriend Shirt: Gap / A classic staple that everyone needs in their wardrobe!
Over The Knee Boots: Carlos Santana (old via T.J.Maxx) / Splurge (my dream boots!!) and Save
Bag: Vintage Coach via Agora Vintage (the best vintage shop around!) / This messenger bag is perfection!
Mixed Metal Necklace: Stella & Dot
Rose Gold Earrings: Stella & Dot
Arm Party: Rose Gold, Gold and Silver

Are you enjoying the change in seasons and fall layering?  I know I sure am!!  Have you entered my fab'rik boutique Suwanee/Mall of Georgia - SPANX denim giveaway yet?  There are a few days left to enter!!  Get the details HERE!!

XO
Elizabeth


Photos by the super talented photographer, Diana Zylow

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!


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