Left of Right

Blazer:  Aritzia (similar here), Blouse:  Anthropologie (old, similar here), Jeans:  Citizens of Humanity, Shoes:  Valentino, Bag:  Gucci (very old,liking this black hobo for under $15!!), Necklace:  Helen Ficalora, Earrings & Bracelets:  c/o Left of Right

I'm extremely picky about the jewelry I wear ~ especially when it comes to bracelets.  I will admit, I am a little self-conscious about my wrists.  They are very bony and gawky.  It's hard to find bangles that fit without feeling as though they'll fall off.  

I recently discovered Left of Right Jewelry and I'm OBSESSED.  They have a dazzling selection of earrings and necklaces, and bracelets that fit just right ~ AND ~ for a limited time receive 20% off your orders with code CLASSROOMCOUTURE20.

Shefinds.com

I'm excited to share with you today a collaboration I did with GoTryItOn and SheFinds.com 

{along with 5 other fabulous style bloggers Anh of 9to5 Chic, Jena from Chi City Fashion, Grasie from Style Me Grasie, Laura from On The Racks, and Charis from Style Charisma} 

about holiday dressing.  

My main rule is simple and easy enough for anyone to do ~ OVERDRESS!!

Next week's posts will all be dedicated to holiday dressing according to Moi.  You'll definitely want to stay tuned for that.  In the meantime hop on over to Shefinds.com to check out:

  6 Holiday Party Outfits We Guarantee You Haven't Thought Of

Sweater:  Aritzia (last year, similar here ~ on sale!!), Pants:  Citizens of Humanity, Shoes:  Christain Louboutin(budget-friendly version here), Clutch:  ASOS

Thirty is the New Twenty-One

Sweater:  Aritzia (borrowed from my sister-in-law, similar here, here), Tee:  Anthropologie, Pants:  Forever 21, Shoes:  Christain Louboutin (budget-friendly version here), Bag:  Rebecca Minkoff, Necklace:  Forever 21, Nails:  Essie "Butler Please"

This past weekend marked a major landmark in my life.  I turned 30!!!

My friends teased me for wearing all black saying I was mourning the passing of my twenties, but I'm actually excited to begin this new decade.  

I vow to make it even more exciting than the last!

{photos by Madison Royle ~ my extremely talented 13-year-old niece}

The Truth About Date Night

Blazer:  Aritzia (similar here), Tee:  Urban Outfitters, Skirt:  Madewell, Necklace:  Helen Ficalora, Bag:  Rebecca Minkoff, Shoes:  Zara (similar here) Belt:  Forever 21, Nails:  Essie "Sole Mate"

 

Once in a while {ok, once I week} I have those days where I look in my closet and think 'I have nothing to wear'.  This, of course, is a ridiculous thought as I am staring at a closet full of clothes.  Some days it's just hard to get dressed. 

 

I thought I would take you on a stroll through one of these days.  

 

The first two pictures show how my outfit started out.  I had my heart set on wearing my new Madewell metallic skirt, and although it looked perfectly fine, I just wasn't feeling the white tee on this particular day. 

 

So...

 

I threw on this short-sleeve turtle-neck knit top and a pair of flats.

 

Top:  Anthropologie (similar here), Cuff:  Unknown (identical cuff here), Flats:  C-Label

 

 

...but then I looked like I was going to work rather than going out to dinner so I threw the heels back on and spiced up the outfit a bit with this leopard print silk tee.

 

Top:  Anthropologie (similar here), Shoes:  Aldo (similar here)

 

And VOILA ~ ready for dinner!

Finger Lakes Photo Diary: Part II

Jacket:  Anthropologie (old, similar here), Scarf:  Aritzia (old, similar here), Sweater:  Madewell, Jeans:  J Brand, Boots:  Anthropologie (old, similar here, here, here)

My husband and I are not the type to sit and relax the entire time when we are on vacation.  We prefer to explore the areas we visit.  I'm not usually very outdoorsy, but on this crisp autumn day I couldn't resist going for a walk through Watkins Glen State Park. 

It's hard to believe that this was all done by glaciers ~ the way the gorge is carved out is just breathtaking!  Our walk was quite romantic :)

{suspension bridge 85 ft. high ~ don't look down!}

Masculine vs. Feminine

Sweater:  H&M (old, similar here), Blouse:  Aritzia (old, similar here for under $30!), Shorts:  Forever 21 (old, similar here), Shoes:  Seychelles (very old, similar here, here, cute flat option here), Bag:  Marc by Marc Jacobs (LOVING this new version here)

 

 

I typically like wearing a shorter short, but I like the contrast that this longer version brings to the outfit.  The masculinity of the long short vs. the femininity of the tie neck blouse ~ such a perfect contradiction!

 

The length also keeps me from stressing about dress code!

 

Happy Monday & first day of October everyone!!

Black and Blue

Top:  Aritzia (old, similar here),, Skirt:  Forever 21 (old, similar bow skirt here, similar houndstooth skirt here under $30!!), Shoes:  Dolce Vita (old, similar here), Bag:  Rebecca Minkoff, Ring:  Madewell, Tights:  Hue

 

I have a bow theme going on ~ it is hard to tell in the pictures above.

The earrings below have a very special sentimental value to me; my mother gave them to me as my first "good" pair of earrings after I got my ears pierced when I was in kindergarten.  They are very delicate and definitely one of my favorite pairs ~ a perfect match with my new Madewell ring!

 

similar earrings here

Mosaic

Skirt:  Anthropoloige, Tank:  Aritzia (similar here), Shoes:  Zara (LOVE this pair ~on my wishlist!), Necklace:  House of Harlow, Bag:  Rebecca Minkoff

 

I bought this skirt intending "back to school" wear, but upon bringing it home I realized that paired with some basics it was perfect for a night out.  I can't wait to work this skirt into multiple ensembles so READERS BEWARE:  you will undoubtedly see this skirt on repeat.