Styling Overalls

- outfit details -
overalls || Target
tank || Target
blazer || Target
scarf || Ross
bag || Francesca's
booties || Ross

I probably haven't worn overalls since my elementary days (which would make sense as I grew up in the 90s!) and have truly enjoyed their recent comeback! Styling overalls can be a lot of fun because there's a lot of fresh inspiration floating around as you'll see on this special Pinterest board I've created in light of this post. Layering is a styling technique that can be applied just as easily to styling overalls as it can with any other outfit. Overalls by their very nature are a very casual piece of clothing but adding a blazer and a pair of heeled booties automatically raises the sophistication! Adding other accessories like scarves, headbands, clutches, etc. is another creative way to "dress up" this casual clothing piece (you might recognize that head scarf from this recent post - I love how versatile it is!).

If you haven't given overalls a chance this season, I encourage you to try! They're really comfy and can be used to create many more outfits than you might think!

If you have other ideas on how you've styled overalls, I would love to hear them! Or if you have questions on how to style overalls for YOU, I'd be happy to offer any help I can! Thanks for stopping by!

Denim Vest + Leopard Scarf

- outfit details - 
top || H&M
denim vest || Lucca (clearance)
pants || H&M
shoes || Ross
scarf || Ross
bag || Francesca's Collections
ring || Gap
lip color || Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm - "Sultry"

We have less than a month to go until the fall season officially arrives, but I've found it difficult to resist dressing like it's already here! A lighter-weight scarf is a great transition accessory from summer into fall, as is a denim vest (I'm a fan of wearing denim vests pretty much all year round though!). Also, start busting out your leopard print, as animal prints will be another prominent trend for the fall (isn't is always?).

side note //  I've recently become a fan of Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm! I love how vibrant the colors are and the matte look comes off great both in person and on camera. I don't find myself having to reapply it that often either! So far I've tried "Sultry" (pictured above) and "Audacious" (a bright coral), and I'm probably going to pick up a few other shades! Definitely worth a try if you like experimenting with different lipsticks/balms/glosses.

Thanks for stopping by!  :)

Bring On The Boot Socks

- outfit details - 
denim jacket || JCPenney (on sale!)
sweater || H&M
fleece-lined leggings || Chinese Laundry
boot socks || H&M (last year)
boots || Old Navy (last year, similar)
gloves || Target (last year)
scarf || H&M (last year)
sunglasses || Target
 bag || Phillip Lim for Target

Here in Oklahoma we got our first legit snow of the season over the weekend, which inspired me to pull out all my winter accessories in preparation. I admit that I'm a total wimp when it comes to the cold. Having snow on the ground does seem to help make it a little more worth it though!

Last year I discovered how much I love and appreciate boot socks. They provide both warmth and some extra added style to any given outfit that calls for boots. And I have a feeling I'll be wearing boots a lot over the next few weeks! Although, who knows with Oklahoma - we could just as easily be back to the sixties next week! ;)

Layering Prints

Top: Old Navy
Sweater: Old Navy
Jeans: Old Navy
Heels: Charlotte Russe
Bag: Steve Madden (Ross)
Necklace: Francesca's Collections
Watch: Style Co. (Macy's)
Ring: Stella & Dot 
Sunnies: Simply Vera Vera Wang (Kohl's)

"Layering" is a great fall fashion tip that is both practical and helpful when trying to put outfits together. In a season when it's not always cold enough to wear a coat (at least in Oklahoma!), yet too chilly in well air-conditioned buildings to wear a light blouse, layering with sweaters and light jackets can be an instant fix. To take layering a step further, look at how you can mix different prints. Mixing stripes with polka dots is a great place to start. The tiny understated polka dots on the chambray shirt mix well with the bold, clean stripes of the sweater. Adding a third print with the leopard heels was a fun twist and pulled the whole look together. I kept my accessories pretty minimal and understated, especially in terms of color, so they wouldn't compete with the different prints.

Which prints do YOU think work really well together? Let me know in a comment below! Thanks for reading!

-Lael