Inspiration is Everywhere

Don't be close minded when it comes to fashion. Inspiration can come from anywhere! I really love getting ideas from some of my favorite television shows. I also like browsing through fashion magazines, trend reports, and exchanging ideas with friends. Here are some of my favorite fashion icons from different shows!

Spencer Hastings from Pretty Little Liars (Troian Bellisario)

I love Spencer's style on the show. She always looks like she has stepped out of a Ralph Lauren/Tommy Hilfiger catalogue. She is the perfect combination of conservative and preppy. I just love how polished her outfits are! She really knows how to pull off a look with the right layering and accessories. I always pay attention to the fun prints and patterns that she wears!

Dr. Zoe Hart from Hart of Dixie (Rachel Bilson)

Zoe Hart (Rachel Bilson) also is a huge style icon for me. She really utilizes classic colors such as red, black, and nude. Her outfits are fun and flirty, while always being professional. The key to fashion is knowing that you can look hot and sexy without looking trashy. Zoe Hart is the ultimate fashionista! I also love how Zoe Hart dresses well for her body type. She is a tiny person so she knows that she can accentuate her legs by wearing high-waisted shorts and heels! Learning to dress for your body type is half the battle when it comes to fashion. 

20 Classic Pieces to Spend Money On

"Fashions fade, style is eternal."

— Yves Saint-Laurent

I was flipping through my Lucky Shopping Manual this morning and thought I would share their idea of classic pieces that are worth spending money on! When you are shopping for these items, spend more for an awesome fit or high-quality fabrics. You will not regret it when you are still wearing the same clothing or shoes five years down the road. 

1. Cashmere Sweater

2. Parka 

3. Menswear trousers

4. Trenchcoat

5. Fitted Blazer

6. Overcoat

7. Wool A-Line Skirt

8. Fancy Earrings

9. Evening Dress

10. Black Leather Bag

11. Black Flats

12. Black Pumps

13. Knee Boots

14. Leather Jacket

15. Sexy Suit

16. Strappy Evening Sandals

17. Sequin Top

18. Sequin Evening Bag

19. Good Watch

20. Leather Tote

Enjoy! Xoxo <3

Pearls and Curls

Have fun with color!

Striped T Shirt - H&M

Colored Jeans - Target

Pearls - My Mom's Closet

Ballet Flats - Sperry's 

Dog - My little love Stella

Colored jeans are so in and I literally have jeans in every color. I love playing around with new color combinations! You can find awesome colored jeans at almost any store, but my personal favorite place to shop is Forever 21 because there is such a huge selection. If you are going to go for a bold color like this hot pink on bottom, make sure your top is fairly muted. Use this rule with any outfit. If you are going to wear a vibrant top, then make sure you wear more of a neutral color on bottom! 

I love this black and white striped top because I can wear it with literally anything. I could also pair it with red jeans, mint jeans, purple jeans, or even black jeans. I have had to dress down for my job so I love finding new ways to dress up t-shirts. It's also a great top to layer with! Once this heat wave dies down, I will be sure to be break out my cute jackets and boots. You could transform this outfit entirely with a sweater, jean jacket, or even a leather jacket. 

I am obsessed with my Sperry flats because they make me feel like Minnie Mouse! It is alright to mix different patterns such as stripes and polka dots if you are mixing prints that are using the same color schemes. These shoes are very comfy as well which makes it easier for me to play with the kiddos I work with on the floor, or anywhere they are willing to work! 

Pearls are always my go to accessory. They are classic and can be worn with almost any outfit to dress it up. If you are going to invent in any jewelry piece, I would highly recommend saving up to buy a nice pearl necklace! With that said, be aware of necklines. You don't want a piece of jewelry to weigh down your outfit. If you have on an elegant looking top, make sure you don't pick a necklace that is too chunky or it will become the main focal point instead of your outfit that you spent time picking out! Statement necklaces should be worn with caution. For example, if I had chose to wear mint jeans with this outfit, I could have worn a mint bubble necklace that would have balanced out my mint jeans on bottom. 

Remember, fashion is all about trying new outfits. Experiment and have fun in the process! My room is always a disaster after I get done playing in my closet. :) 

My Personal Inspiration

Since I have gotten a couple requests for me to make a fashion blog, I thought I would share with everyone my appreciation for fashion! Fashion is something that I love because it is expressive. Appearance is salient when navigating relationships with other people. I choose to represent myself as a person of class, intelligence, and poise. I hope to portray those traits with the clothes that I wear and the values that I cherish. My hope is that people understand that fashion is not contingent upon the amount of money that you have. Fashion is about creativity. It is about creating a representation of yourself that people are sure to remember! A fashionista needs to be innovative, smart, and flexible. Fashion is never stagnant. My goal with this blog is to make fashion a little more accessible for the average consumer like me!

If I had to describe my own personal style, it would be a cross between traditional and preppy. Let me shed light on the term "preppy." Many are quick to confuse preppy with labels. Preppy is more of an attitude. It is holding yourself to a higher standard. I believe that regardless of self-esteem, if you carry yourself with confidence, you will eventually learn to embody the qualities that you want others to see! In that sense, I have fun with bright colors and patterns. I let myself experiment with sparkles and fun prints. Any outfit can be customized with unique accessories. As far as traditional goes, I like classic pieces that can be worn for years! It is always good to have staple items in your closet that will never go out of style. If you are going to splurge, spend that extra money on your traditional pieces. For instance, I have a pair of Steve Madden stiletto boots that I have gotten SO much use out of. A basic brown trenchcoat, a little black dress, and a nice pair of boots are items that you will cherish for quite some time!

 Make people take you seriously. This means do not be the girl that gets attention by showing too much skin. Be the girl that turns heads because she is powerful, elegant, and a force to be reckoned with! Happy shopping and styling to all!

Xoxo!

Katie