Until Next Winter...

- outfit details - 
faux leather jacket || JCPenney (old)
zip-up hoodie || Target (old)
tee || H&M
jeans || Old Navy
ankle boots || Forever 21
hat || H&M
lips || Revlon Lip Butter "Sugar Plum"
nails || Essie "Turquoise & Caicos"

So this will probably be my last post about winter outfits for a while - or at least the last one that I'll be posting on here until later this year - 'cause let's face it, in Oklahoma, it wouldn't be a stretch for us to get snow in March! We've had BEAUTIFUL weather the past several days, and I pray it's here to stay! Working with layers and winter accessories has been great, but I'm looking forward to shifting my inspiration and creativity to spring/summer! If you're like me and feel weird about reaching for super bright colors until we're closer to spring's official start date, then go with grays, tans, creams, denim, etc. I've been wearing gray quite a bit recently and created a similar monochromatic look as this post's outfit in this post from last month.

Thanks for stopping by! I'm looking forward to a great weekend and hope you have a great one too! :)

Hat + Scarf {winter accessories}

- outfit details - 
sweater || H&M
jeans || Forever 21(old, also styled here)
coat || Macy's (old)
booties || Target
bag || Phillip Lim for Target
scarf || H&M
hat || Target (also styled here)
rings || Forever 21

We've had the strangest weather in January! For Oklahoma though, it really can't be considered that strange. During the week we'll have temps in the low 30s and then the weekends will spike up to the low 60s! (We woke up to snow the other day, though these particular photos were taken from a snow day back in December.) The best way I know how to keep up with the constant fluctuating Oklahoma temperatures is to dress in layers and add on accessories. When I intentionally want to add warmth to an outfit, I always go for a hat and scarf. I'm still loving this floppy hat that I first tried out earlier in the fall. I plan to transition it into spring as well! This scarf has also been a go-to for me lately. I can wear it with pretty much any color, though I particular love the way it compliments* the mustard sweater in this outfit.

*style tip || Pair a solid color sweater/top with a printed scarf that incorporates the same color to create a polished, pulled together look.

As always, I appreciate you stopping by and hope these outfits continue to provide you with some inspiration in creating your own!

Winter Wonderland

 

- outfit details - 
sweater || Target (no longer online)
vest || Forever 21 (bought last year | last seen here)
leggings || Chinese Laundry (fleece-lined! last seen here)
boot socks || H&M (bought last year | last seen here)
boots || Old Navy (bought last year)
scarf || H&M (actually a men's scarf - borrowed from my husband!)
bag || Phillip Lim for Target (no longer available)
lip color || Revlon ColorBurst Lip Butter "Sugar Plum"

When we had snow here in Oklahoma a few weeks back, I definitely kept reaching for the one faux fur item of clothing I own - just seemed appropriate! On this particular day I borrowed one of my husband's scarves - just another way to be resourceful ;). The burgundy color in the scarf inspired me to  choose a similar lip color, which definitely pulled this overall look together. Black, suede/tan, gray, and any burgundy variation are a great color scheme to experiment with during the winter months!

The snow was nice while it lasted, but I'm already dreaming of warmer temperatures. Fortunately that's bound to happen sooner or later living in the ever fluctuating temperatures of Oklahoma!

Thanks for stopping by! Oh, and I love the photos my husband captured below - it was fun shooting with snow actually falling!

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! ;)

Mono-Mint

Coat: Macy's (similar)
Sweater: H&M
Pants: Forever 21
Scarf: Nordstrom
Bag: Steve Madden (via Ross)
Heels: Charlotte Russe 

For me, wearing black head-to-toe seems to be the most common (and least intimidating!) execution of the monochromatic trend. I am, however, starting to experiment with other colors! First up? Mint. 

Wearing one color head-to-toe is very flattering on nearly all figures. Don't worry about pairing pieces in the exact same shade of a certain color - in fact, it's sometimes better to have variating shades, especially if you're going with a brighter color. Add a few neutral accessories and your monochromatic look is complete! 

Tomorrow I'm excited to share some photos from the adorable "tea party" bridal shower my aunt and grandmothers threw for me this past weekend, so I hope you'll come back to check it out! 

Thanks for reading!

- Lael