Blog Swap

Today I'm delighted to introduce to you Rosalyn and her amazing blog, My Fancy Pants.  When she asked me to collaborate, I was more than happy to oblige.  She always manages to look so polished and classy while juggling a husband and 4 children!!  Enjoy her post below and be sure to swing by her blog to check out mine!

Hello Classroom Couture readers! My name is Rosalyn and I am a mother of four and a registered nurse, who started blogging as a way to hang up my scrubs and my "mom" jeans, and express my style.  I love bright colors and patterns and like to mix prints..sound crazy? I named my blog "My Fancy Pants" because people always look at me like I'm overdressed. Maybe some days I am, but oh well..that's what makes me happy and life is too short to always wear sweats!

Wearing:
J.Crew Pants (HERE)
J.Crew top (HERE)
Michael Kors watch (Similar)
Gap Denim (HERE)
J.Crew Heels (Similar)
Toms Sunglasses (HERE)
Martine Sitbon bag (old)

Thank you so much Margo for having me as your guest today and make sure to read Margo's post today on My Fancy Pants

Fashionista In Flats

Blazer:  Zara (old, similar here), Shirt:  J.Crew, Jeans:  J.Brand (old, similar here for $10!!!) Shoes:  Anthropologie, Clutch:  Unknown (similar here, drooling over this one), Ring:  c/o Left of Right, Sunnies:  Ray-Ban

If you have been reading my blog for any length of time, then you know I feel there are few things more enjoyable in life than putting on a fabulous pair of heels and struttin' my stuff.  However, I've also expressed to you the importance of a great pair of flats for my line of work.  

One major misconception about flats is that they are more comfortable than heels.  This is not always the case.  I actually find it difficult to find a pair of flats that are comfortable to walk around in all day without developing blisters on my toes or my heels.  

When browsing the Anthropologie website last week, these minty-fresh loafers caught my eye, and I'm so glad they did.  The leather is SUPER-SOFT and they also have a substantial sole {another feature sometimes hard to find in flat shoes}.  Not to mention, the color adds the perfect pop of color to any outfit.

{Not graceful.  Not coordinated.}

Stop by Le Petite Pear today to see my "Fashionistas in Flats" feature ~ thank you Sam for featuring me!

Spring Break

Top:  Joe Fresh (old, similar here ON SALE!!!), Skirt:  J.Crew ~ also ON SALE!, Shoes:  Christian Louboutin (budget-friendly version here), Bag:  Target, Necklace:  Oia Jules, Earrings:  Forever 21

I'm on spring break this week ~ WOO HOO ~ and I feel like a free woman.  However, I do have a mile long "to do" list.  On top of the list is cleaning out my closet and switching over to my summer wardrobe.  This is a chore that I thoroughly enjoy because I love rediscovering all of the clothes that have been packed away all winter.  It also gives me the opportunity to take inventory and see what items I would like to add to my wardrobe.  

I'm loving this tweed skirt that I picked up on sale at J.Crew a few weeks ago because it's unlike any other skirt that I own.  Most of my skirts are your basic pencil skirt {body hugging, knee length}, and my others are mostly a-line.  I love the length of this skirt and the fact that it doesn't totally cling to my bod.  The tweed makes it casual, while the metallic thread gives me the ability to dress it up a bit.

Quick story about this gorgeous Oia Jules necklace ~ I won it in an instagram giveaway hosted by the lovely Rosie {@rocat22}!!!

PS :: Don't forget to check out my Stella & Dot Trunk Show and enter my GIVEAWAY.

Stripes: The New Neutral

My outfit details:  Blazer:  H&M (old, similar here, here, here), Dress:  ASOS, Clutch:  Anthropologie (old, similar here for $25!!), Shoes:  Christian Louboutin (budget-friendly version here), Belt:  Madewell, Bangles:  Forever 21, Watch:  DKNY (LOVE this one), Earrings:  Tory Burch, Aviators:  Ray-Ban

Today I'm so excited to have teamed up with a fabulous fashionista, Tara of Mix and Match Fashion, to shine a spotlight on one of my favorite spring staples ~ the striped blazer.  Not only is Tara a fellow NJ native, but she is also a teacher!  I've been reading her blog for a while now and I just love the way she pairs colors and prints to brighten even the dreariest NJ winter days.  She has also mastered the art of looking stylish on a budget. 

This blazer is perfect not only for work, but also adds easy interest to a casual outfit.  I tend to think of stripes as a neutral and I love how Tara paired hers with a cute graphic tee, bright pants and an even brighter clutch.  

I must have been feeling nautical when I threw mine over this cute navy frock and added some pops of poppy.

We both chose a nude patent pump to complete the look ~ as I always say ~ great minds think alike! 

Be sure to visit Tara's blog HERE.

...And of course, don't forget to check out my STELLA & DOT TRUNK SHOW and enter my GIVEAWAY!

Casual Chic

Shirt:  Zara (old, similar here), Jeans:  Forever 21 (old, similar here), Shoes:  Tory Burch, Bag:  Unknown (similar here), Sunnies:  Ray-Ban, Nails:  Essie "Go Ginza"

Happy Wednesday readers ~ we are half way through the week.  The weather situation seems to be improving in NJ.  I guess as soon as Easter came, Mother Nature could no longer deny us of temps above freezing.

 This is the outfit that I wore this past Sunday.  We had a very low-key Easter celebration this year with my in-laws ~ a fun egg hunt for my nieces and nephews followed by a late lunch, and we were on our way.  A good day to break in my new Tory Burch espadrilles {that I'm absolutely obsessed with}, and pull some more springy clothes out of the closet.  My mother-in-law received this colorful clutch as an Easter present and I instantly saw it as an opportunity to borrow.  It added the perfect amount of pizazz to my casual ensemble!

If you haven't already, be sure to check out my STELLA & DOT TRUNK SHOW and enter my GIVEAWAY. 

Stella & Dot Trunk Show + A GIVEAWAY {closed}

Happy Monday readers!  I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday.  I'm thrilled to announce today that I've partnered with Stella & Dot, the fabulous jewelry company, to host an ONLINE TRUNK SHOW where you can buy all you favorite Stella & Dot items AND possibly win this gorgeous LOVE BRACELET in our GIVEAWAY.

Stella & Dot's unique pieces have been featured on TV shows, in Lucky, In Style, Vogue and US Weekly magazines, and have adorned the ears, arms and necks of many celebs!

A favorite of mine are the BARDOT HOOP EARRINGS that one of my girlfriends gave me a few years ago.  They are super light-weight and go with everything.

Some of my favorite items:

Click HERE to shop my trunk show!

How To Enter the GIVEAWAY {closed}:

MUST be a follower of Classroom Couture via GFC.

Leave a comment on any post between now and April 22nd to enter. 

**All purchases through my trunk show will give you an additional entry into the giveaway.

Congratulations to giveaway winner:   Jessica {Jeans & a Teacup} ~ I will be emailing you shortly!