Casual LBD

Everyone has a little black dress stowed away in their closet. I have a few, because I love black! I love wearing a LBD for a formal evening or a nice date night, but the casual LBD look is just as fun and nice to have laying around. I dressed the look up with a floral scarf and some ankle booties with a different color to break up the solid black. 

I love using my scarves as "jewelry" in the colder months. Fashion and function is a beautiful thing! 

xo

-A-

They've gone to Plaid!

If you picked up on my Spaceballs reference, I applaud you! If you follow me on instagram @peckonthechic then you saw me post an adorable outfit from Old Navy's instagram. I found inspiration from that post and came around to this ensemble.

 

I love the dark shades of blue and plaid is of course an excellent pattern for fall. With the chill in the air you will most likely see me wearing tights for the next 6 months. I love tights and hope to invest in cuter patterns soon. Of course, I will keep posted.

 

What's your favorite cold weather accessory?

 

xo

-A-

 

 

 

 

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Layers upon layers

I'm still not quite over last years winter, so with every breath of brisk air I am filled with anxiety! I'm sure many of you experienced the incredibly terrible winter last year, so we must all band together and enjoy every ounce of the fall months we have left.

 

I cannot believe it is November! Where has this year gone? I've made it a goal to have all my X-Mas gifts purchased and wrapped this year by Thanksgiving. The check incident of 2013 must not be repeated.

 

This outfit is super comfy and simple, hence the rambling on about winter and the holidays. Basically, I made my trusty dress a little more appropriate for the colder temps with tights and a light sweater and you can't have a truly cute monochromatic look without some statement jewelry!

 

xo

-A-

 

 

 

 

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Living on the wild side...

Living life on the wild side with this gorgeous fur statement vest! I purchased this beaut a few years ago and have gotten so many compliments on it! Pieces like this are definitely not for all occasions, but when it's right it's sooo right.

What's your favorite statement piece? 

xo

-A-

Get the look:

Vest: Steal vs. Splurge

Blouse: Similar

Boots: Steal vs. Splurge

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Call me cat-woman

Alright, so maybe not a total skin tight cat woman look, but with a cape and pleather I felt it was a semi -accurate title. Capes are not only functional, but fashionable! I like the drama...pause for shock. I mean come on, who doesn't associate a cape with super heros? or models? I'm good with being mistaken for either! 

I am currently obsessed with layering long necklaces, for an extra dramatic look. This long chain locket from fossil is super cute, but it was always a very simple look until I added the pewter chain necklace too.

 I think that is my favorite part about fashion and fall, layering. You can take any item in your closet and transform it into so many different looks. It's so important to mix and match or you will become (more) crazy about purchasing new items. I try to remind myself that I have so many outfits still unexplored with all the items I currently own. Alright, alright, that does not keep me from the occasional and sometimes excessive shopping, but if def. helps!

What's your way of refreshing old items? 

xo

-A-

Get the look:

Cape: TJ Maxx (old), Steal, Splurge

Leggings: Nordstrom Rack (no online shopping), Same brand, Super Similar, Similar for a Steal

Shoes: Similar (Sneaker Style), Similar (Classic Bootie Style)

Locket: Fossil (old), Urban Outfitters

Layered chain necklace: Forever 21, Another one

Style runs in the workplace..

Style is the name of the game at my job. The salon is chock full of little fashionistas, so for today, a little spotlight on our manager Erika! She was rocking too cute of an outfit to not make an appearance on the blog. I'm obsessing over her vintage style coat for fall. She found this gem at Profyle Boutique in Indianapolis, by the new Ruth's Chris. One cannot only own a fabulous coat if not to pair it with an equally fabulous outfit.

 

The fall is all about the boots and booties. I like Erika's use of tights to tie a spring or summer piece into a fall look. Fashion and practicality can be each other's best friends (and sometimes enemies). What is your favorite way to make a seasonal item perfect for all year round?

 

Happy Fall y'all, it's getting cold out there.

 

xo

-A-

 

 

 

 

 

 

Get the look:

Skirt: Target, Similar via Amazon, Funky version via Mod Cloth

Tights: Nordstrom

Booties: Nordstrom Rack, Similar via Lord and Taylor

Coat: Similar Styles; H&M (most similar), H&M (textured version)

Here is also a link to Profyle's Facebook Page: Profyle at Iron Works 

 

 

inVESTing in my style

I love mixing different types of styles together, i.e. business chic with casual comfort. I snagged this vest from a coworker for $5! Such a steal! I love it's versatility and the little bit of 'extra' it adds to an outfit. Pairing it with a classic Loft silk shirt, skinnies, and ankle booties makes it the perfect neutral look.

 

What kind of styles do you like to mix and match?

 

xo

-a-

 

 

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Vest: Consigned, Similar via Forever 21

Top: Loft, Similar

Jeans: American Eagle

Necklace: Le Tote

Boots: Similar via DSW

Bowl me over

Quickie post, but I just love this outfit! The bowler hat is essential with my not freshly washed hair and curling iron mishap on my forehead! Gotta love using accessories to your benefit. How do you switch up your accessories? 

xo

-a-

 

Le Tote est tres chic

I became intrigued by Le Tote while reading one of my favorite blogs, Sarah's Real Life. In her words, "it's like Netflix for clothes". She nailed it! You go through an array of cute styles and 'add to your closet' and then they send you 5 items from your closet. You can keep them for as long as you'd like or return them quickly to receive another tote. Also, you can purchase one or all items at a discounted price! I put a link to sign up and it gets me points :), so if you feel inclined to check it out, please use my link:

Check out Le Tote

This blue dress is one of the amazing items I received and I'm fighting the urge to purchase it! So comfy and I love the pockets. The blue is so on trend and perfect for the upcoming season. 

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Dress: Le Tote

Necklace: Anthropologie

Free my soul

I'm very thankful to have a stylish mother raise me and let me play around with my style. This shirt is a free people shirt circa 2006! I have a select few items that still make their debut after all of these years. I  became accostomed to personal style very young and although I definitely had a "trendy" phase I mostly stuck to my guns and stepped out of the 'hollister' box and that gave me a lot of cool pieces I can still wear today (well the one's that still fit). What's your favorite old school item?

xo

-a-

Get the look:

Top: Free People (super old), Similar c/o Free People

Leggings: Zella by Nordstrom

Boots: Shoedazzle (old), Similar, Similar c/o DSW