Christmas to New Year's

I recently wore this outfit to my company Christmas party.  The event was held in a large art studio here in Athens and it was quite cold so we were encouraged to dress warmly.  Of course being the "dress for the occasion girl" that I am and it being a Christmas party sparkle and shine were a must for me!  I found this sequin bomber jacket on super sale and HAD to have it!  It was a great way to stay warm at the party but also fit the "it's the holiday's so dress up" bill too.  I'm planning on wearing it again over New Year's when The Hubs and I take our annual New Year's getaway trip.  The jacket goes really well with leather pants, like I'm wearing here, but will be equally cute over a LBD or with jeans.  Isn't it great when you love something, it's on sale, you buy it, and you realize it can be worn for several occasions?  I know I sure do!

~ What I'm Wearing ~

Sequin Bomber Jacket: Charlotte Russe (It's on sale for $20!!)

Shimmer Tank: Entourage Clothing

Faux Leather Pants: Target (These are actually leggings but I sized up so they would fit like pants. These are under $20!)

Crossbody Bag: H&M (sold out) | Identical

Leopard Pumps: Nine West (last year) | Similar

Lippie: NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Monte Carlo (This color looks great on everyone!)

Double Ring: Kendra Scott

Me and my gorgeous "side kick", model and assistant, Maggie, at our company Christmas party at Stan Mullins Art Studio. Yes, she's about eight inches taller than me (and a whole lot younger!)

Sorry about the quality of these pictures.  I planed to get some better shots at the event but the lighting at the studio was not picture friendly and I had to go with the pictures The Hubs shot of me before I left the house for the evening.   I almost didn't post this outfit but I had SO MANY questions about my jacket after putting this picture of Maggie and I on Instagram I decided to go ahead and blog away! ;-)

Also, I may or may not get another blog post in this week.  I've been working at our flagship store here in Athens all week, which means I'm exhausted in the evenings, my kids are home from college, which means we are doing family stuff in the evenings, and I'm trying to wrap up the little last minute details of Christmas before the busy holiday weekend!  Are you ready?

XO

Elizabeth

Swing Dress and Suede Boots

Even as we head full on into the holidays I'm still wearing fall colors on repeat.  This pumpkin color has been one of my favorites again this season (just take a look at my Instagram and you will see what I mean!) and I'm just not ready to trade it in for red and green ~ yet! Speaking of the holiday's... are you ready?  Y'all, I can't believe Christmas is only 11 days away!  I'm about 80% done with my shopping and 0% done with wrapping!  I know it will get done, it always does, but it's hard not to stress until the last gift is bought and under the tree!

~ What I'm Wearing ~

Lace-up Swing Dress: Entourage Clothing (Comes in black too!)

Faux Suede OTK Wedge Boot: Entourage Clothing (These are soooo comfy!)

Faux Suede Crossbody Bag: The one I'm carrying is sold out but I also have this one and love it!

Leopard Scarf: Similar

Gold Double Ring: Kendra Scott

Stud Earrings: Kendra Scott c/o

Wrap Bracelet: Stella & Dot

Sunglasses: Vera Bradley c/o

XO

Elizabeth

Photos by Virginia Hall at Lake Lanier, Georgia

Cardi's and Camo

Y'all, it's finally sweater weather in Georgia!  For real!  Like you can wear a sweater in the morning when you leave the house, still have it on when you get home at night and not have suffered heat stroke during the day!  Insert praise hands from this fall weather loving girl!  Better late than never, right?  I bought this cardi well over a month ago and I've been patiently waiting 😏  to wear it ever since.  Is there anything more perfect than a thick, cozy cardi with a hood AND pockets?!?  I don't think so!  I love this one so much I also added this one to my fall/winter wardrobe.

Enough about my cozy cardi love affair and let's address the elephant in the room ~ or the leopard on my feet paired with camo jeans.  I'm not some crazy pattern blind lady, promise!  Both leopard and camo are treated as neutrals in the fashion world which means you can wear both prints with anything you would wear neutrals with.  AND pairing leopard with camo (or with stripes or florals) actually makes a chic fashion statement!  It may not be for everyone but it sure is one of my favorite combos.

~ What I'm Wearing ~

Hoodie Cardigan: Entourage Clothing

Henley Tee With Lace Detail: Similar

Camo Jeans: Similar | Loving these leopard joggers too!

Leopard Booties: Amazon | They are super comfy!

Sunburst Necklace: Entourage Clothing

Aviators: Vera Bradley c/o | Favorite pair of sunnies I've ever owned!

Olive Crossbody Bag: Urban Expressions c/o | This bag is the perfect size ~ not too big and not too small

Hoop Earrings: Stella & Dot

Is it finally sweater weather where you are?  How do you feel about pairing camo and leopard?  Yay or nay?

XO

Elizabeth

Photos by Sarah Beth Rawls at The University of Georgia's North Campus, Athens

Leopard Print ~ It's Still My Favorite

Leopard print has always been, and probably will always be, my favorite.  It doesn't matter if it's in a shoe, bag, dress, pants or fab topper like this kimono, I'm like a magpie to a shiny object when it comes to anything leopard.  One of these days I'm going to finally convince The Hubs to let me decorate our home with leopard but until then I'll just wear it ~ a lot!  This leopard kimono pairs so well with this ultra comfy terracotta colored maxi dress.  I love styling my maxi's by tying them up to the side.  It's perfect to make them a bit more casual and perfect for short girls like me!

~ What I'm Wearing ~

Leopard Kimono: Entourage Clothing (Just sold out!) | Similar

Maxi Dress: Lush via Nordstrom

Wedges: Entourage Clothing

Fringe Clutch: Entourage Clothing

Leather Wrap Bracelet: Stella & Dot

Chandelier Earrings: Stella & Dot

Necklace: Stella & Dot

Aviators: Stella & Dot

We head to the beach this weekend for our annual family vacation!  I'm soooooo ready for some quality family time and some MUCH needed R&R!  Make sure to follow along on snapchat (@mzsavvystyle) for our family beach shenanigans and on Instagram for daily outfit pics!  And check the blog next week for a new post or two!

XO

Elizabeth

Pics by my fab blogger friend, Hannah Betzel, at the beautiful State Botanical Garden of Georgia.  Hannah and I have been having such a fun time meeting once a week to snap each other's blog pics!  I've got some great posts coming!  Stay tuned!

Leopard and a Tee

I love pairing things together that are opposites ~ like this dressy leopard pencil skirt and heels with a casual over-sized linen tee and a denim jacket.  Opposites attract ~ or at least they make an outfit more interesting.

~ What I'm Wearing ~

Linen Tee: Velvet by Graham & Spencer c/o Tootsies
Dark Wash Denim Jacket: Gap (on sale)
Leopard Pencil Skirt: New York & Co (old) | Similar
Coral Lace-up Sandals: DV by Dolce Vita
Bag: Juicy Couture (old) | Similar
Pearl Necklace: Stella & Dot (retired) | Loving this lariat ~ it can be worn so many ways!
Watch: JORD Wood Watches c/o
Pearl Spike Cuff: Stella & Dot, Marquis Cuff: Stella & Dot, Stone Stretch Bracelet: Stella & Dot
Pearl Spike Ring: Stella & Dot
Sunnies: Quay Australia

These pictures were taken in 5pts in Athens by my blogger friend, Molly Moon Burton of the blog Hey There Sunshine.   She climbed into the bushes to get the best shot and I obviously thought it was pretty funny!  Bloggers really get bloggers! ;-)

XO
Elizabeth


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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

New Year's Style

I have been wearing A LOT of sequins this holiday season!  It started back at Thanksgiving, continued through Christmas and is still going strong come New Years!  Our New Year's Eve is usually pretty laid back.  The Hubs and I try to get away for a few days to rest and recharge before the busyness of the new year begins, which is exactly what we will be doing again this year.  Sequin leggings and a cozy, over-sized sweater are great for dinner out or meeting up with friends and will still be comfortable for lounging at the hotel watching all of the bowl games and catching up on my favorite magazines!

Blogger Rule: When you find a fabulous red wall you must use it as a blog picture backdrop!

Wha I'm Wearing ~
Over-sized Ivory Hooded Sweater: Michael Kors via T.J. Maxx {Similar}
Champagne Sequined Leggings: Cheeky Peach Athens {Identical}
Leopard Booties: Nine West {these sold out during Cyber Monday but here's an almost identical pair}
Vintage Louis Vuitton Bag: Agora Vintage Athens {Similar}
All Jewelry: Stella & Dot

The necklace I'm wearing is sold out but this one is another great option and one of my Stella & Dot favorites!
Cocktail Ring, Pave Bracelet, Inspiration Bangle, Sparkle Bracelet

Loving the gold zipper detail on this fab sweater!

This is my "I'm thinking about the new year" look ~ ha!

I'm going to take a few days off from the blog to spend time with The Hubs and relax.  I'll be on Instagram (I can't take a break from everything!) and will be back on the blog Monday with a new post featuring J.Jill!

Happy New Year!!!

XO
Elizabeth


Photos by my fabulous photographer Diana Zylow


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