Sweatshirt Styling

By now I'm sure y'all know I tend to be late to the game when it applies to trends. Why? Mostly because I'm a basic girl, I like it simple and easy to layer (slash you could say I'm a bit on the preppy side.) Which brings me to the topic of sportswear, more specifically wording and graphics on sweatshirts. Now this may not be new to most, but I love how cute and flirty this trend has become lately. I can't even look at a blog without at least seeing one post referring to the sweatshirt. So here's some of my favorites: 

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Can we say simple and monotone? I love how The Brooklyn Blonde paired this sequined Ampersand sweater with a clean striped and pleated skirt. It's cute, flirty, and something that could easily be paired with tights for a chilly fall day like today. (As a fellow New Yorker, I love looking to her for inspiration when this weather seems otherwise unbearable.)

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A bit on the edgier side, but equally cute, I love the  different textures in this varsity inspired look. I admit, I never understood the whole "numbered" look on anything other than a football uniform, but I love how delicate this look is with the layering of a non-print print dress and wool jacket.

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Short and sweet I love the "Ooh la la" wording on this soft sweater from Zoe Karssen. Caitlin completes this look with some tights, blazer, and skater skirt with a POP of red. This is the perfect interpretation of how I would translate this trend!

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You notice a theme here? Polka dots for days! I love this micro polka pencil skirt with this sweatshirt. (And can you believe its from Old Navy? They are really stepping their game up!) As corporate as this outfit looks, it could easily transition into evening cocktails. And I love everything about it.

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On to the last one, and only one paired back to denim. First and foremost, I wish I could wear a pair of white jeans without making a complete fool of myself destroying them. Secondly, don't you love how casual this look is? Another muted outfit pairing a one word statement sweatshirt and flashy jewels. Maybe I'm just attracted to the shine, maybe it's just super wearable, who knows.

Are you up on the trend? I'd love to see how everyone else is translating the sweat-shirting look!

XoXo.

Camo Overload

Talk about a major trend alert, I can't look at a blog or even a website without there being the slightest hint of Camouflage. Mama can't lie, I kinda like it. Stud it, wash it out, destroy it , even pant it. Camo might serve as a third piece but it is literally everywhere!

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I think its the little details that make a camo inspired outfit original. Example one: the studded details on Shea's cam shirt, brings a little edge to an already militial look. I love how Karla plays down her camo, pairing it with a slouchy sweatshirt. But most wearable would def be of how Kenza uses her camo as a third piece-mucho cute!

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Whats so great about these three looks is how each camo look is paired with a pop or contrasting color. I love how mellow Helena's look is with the green on green element, and how Krystal pairs hers with red pumps in the second two looks.

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Again another edgy series. I love the contrast of Shea's textured sweater against the pattern of camo (with a hint of animal)- yum. I've always been a huge fan of Aimee's style and how huge her selection of clothing is- the bold text on the sweater layered over chambray and camo is a huge statement to say in the least! Another great example of effortless style definitely goes to Jules and her  interpretation of Camo- layering it on an opposing printed shift. Talk about Uh-mazing!

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The most wearable collection of looks. I love how Zina uses hers as a third piece in a more edgy look, while Cara makes a rather princess-y look more edgy (3). Zina also calls for an easy go-to-work look pairing it with a simple chambray shirt and some statement jewelry.

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This capsule is great in the detail factor again- a fur stole, a neon scarf, or a brilliant blue blazer.

I don't know about everyone else, but I literally see something Camo inspired walking the streets of New York everyday. Is it worth the plunge, or overdone?

I mean I can't complain, I've never met a Camo I didn't like (especially when in uniform.)

Neon Crush

So this winter has me in a real slump, not just because it's actually freezing in New York but because the weatherman has really been playing with my emotions. In this week alone it hit mid 50's and the next day it was supposedly going to snow. Needless to say my wintery wonderland dreams did not come true, and I of course had no snow day [[as I am too old for that now]] Oh, adulthood. So I digress.

Luckily fellow bloggers are all consistent with merging some bright NEON'S into their everyday wardrobes.And I'm loving every bit of it! [[Don't you worry ladies, all the credit is to you]]

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For the daring, I absolutely love how bold these ladies paired their neon's, whether it be a shirt, a heel, or motorcycle jacket. All in all I wish my winters consisted of 70 degree weather and that I had the courage to up and move to the best coast i mean the west coast.. But that is a different story.

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These looks are a bit subdued in the neon department, but I just as easily adore them. Prints on prints - bold prints paired with solid neon's. So easy yet such a statement. I especially love  the middle outfit, only I'd have to pair it with some fun stockings and boots. 

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Even brighter, only a bit far fetched for my taste. I love how confident yet stand out-ish these three looks are- jumpsuits, fur frocks and motorcycle bombers alike.

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These on the other hand are super wearable. Has anyone else noticed the revival of the destructed jean? I thought this trend was reserved for the Jersey Shore paired with some hideous Ed Hardy shirt, but now a days all my fav bloggers wear them on the regular- whether it be a skinny or the more comfortable boyfriend jean. Pair them with a heel and you have a super chic look.But back to neon's: they are super easy to wear as shirts and just layer the neutrals slash other staples to make the perfect work or weekend wear.

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Last but certainly not least this group. Can we say love? I've always envied those that can pull off white jeans, sadly I have the worst luck and would destroy them first wear. Therefore I give up. A fun dress or puffer coat in a pop color is the way to go too, now only if I knew where to find them at a reasonable price...

Any suggestions ladies?

XoXo