Freezing? Get These 3 Tights

Okay my fine peeps! Let us dive right into the meat and potatoes of this blog post. The past few weeks we've been hit with a whopping dose of old man winter. I love the snow but it has now left me to covering all of my limbs and wearing boots that provide traction to the snow/ ice :) I have moments where I'm blissfuly daydreaming about a sunny meadow and twirling ;) or laying on a beach, wearing a gold bikini and sipping on something refreshing. Ok, let's focus! In the meantime, we are dealing with the reality of cold weather and fashion is not just my job, it's also my therapy. I decided to rock a skirt where my legs were no longer trapped in jeans or some thermal contraption. Plus, how awesome is this skirt?!! You and I both know that I subscribe to the mantra of  "freezing isn't cute". So let me share 3 of my favorite tights to have in your closet so that you too can have the option of showing some leg amidst winter gloom. 

Sweater and socks: JCrew  Skirt: Leith  Boots: Rag and Bone, Fancy Pants  Tights: Target

Get ready to add these goodness to your shopping cart. Black tights are a great staple and this little guy comes with a fleece lining inside ( say what?!). I know right, I'm hugging you too!! Next up, charcoal gray ribbed tights. This cool number from The Loft, pairs well with colored skirts and creates a soft transition, color wise,  from skirt to tights. Lastly, a navy pair, like these from Spanx. This particular pair has a gray undertone and can work well with many colors. It also has a built in shaper that makes everything feel safe and secure ;)

Hang in there my beauties, stay warm and I will see you next week! Muah!

All photos taken by the lovely Karen of Karen E Photos

How To Add Some Luxe To Your Daily Style

All this luxe, captured by Karen E Photo

I'm standing in line at Fred Meyer, waiting to purchase my grocery goods. The clerk looks at me and says "what you're wearing makes me happy, it's so...chic." Okay babes, let me explain the outfit my sweet clerk was admiring. Cashmere ivory sweater with black distressed denim, snow boots (cause it's snowmaggeden in boise ;), Camel colored wool trench coat with the...wait for it...my coppery red faux fur stole. It's a saturated yummy color that screams, luxe and I am all in. I want you to add some luxury to your everyday and yes, that includes the grocery store. It doesn't have to cost a fortune, it only needs to deliver that look and feel of a million bucks ;)

Adding that extra special something to your outfit can make your day oh so better. Especially when bad vibes tries to cramp your style. I layered this velvet tank over a fitted turtleneck and paired it with worn black denim. The velvet adds another layer of luxury and it makes me feel like I'm having my own party for the day. Who doesn't love a party?!! So what do I want you to do? Those fabulous earrings that sparkle like diamond, wear them with a simple oversized cozy sweater, leggings or skinnyjeans. That fancy blouse that you love and wear only to special events. Well it now has a date with your distressed jeans. That holiday sweater that makes you feel all glam, wear it with dark gray fitted pants or denim. Everyday, ummm that's right, I said it, everyday, you deserve the opportunity to put on what makes you feel and look good.  This is my sermon people and you guys know it!! 

THE GOODS

Faux fur stole- JCrew; mock Turtleneck- Forever 21; velvet tank- JCrew; denim- Mothers ( Fancy Pants); Shoes- Adrianna Papell

 

Sweater Therapy

Snuggled in between Soul/Funk and Reggae at The Record Exchange felt quite fitting :)

The current temperature situation in Boise, Idaho is 10 degrees. What that means my fine folks is that it's f-bomb cold! As I've discussed a few post back, there is nothing cute about shivering. So let's figure out how to add a little dose of goodness that helps to ease the impact of these frigid temperatures. I want something that says "hey girl, I've got your front, your back and I'm here to keep you cozy." ( this is said in an ultra smooth Barry White voice :) That leads me to coveting sweaters that do double duty: apply warmth to my body and of course, keeps my style game happy. 

This sweater tho!! This lace up detail is a a trend that I'm loving on because it offers a cool detail to an otherwise simple sweater.  That's right, my cozy sweater game just got upgraded and it feels so right. This goodness is by Endless Rose. It's a 100% wool but not itchy.  Here's a few other styles that will help us get through what we have affectionally call snowmageddon in Idaho (hehe) This cuteness from JCrew. I mean, stripes and warmth ( YES!!) and this v-neck cozy sweater from Topshop. Stay warm and safe my peeps and I'll see you next week for more fashion filled goodness. Let me know if you snag any of these styles and how you plan on rocking them. Hugging on YOU!!!

All photos by the talented Karen of Karenephoto

Wearing Courage

Captured by Jessica of Jleephotos in NYC                                             dress: For Love and Lemons

I'm perfectly fine with the unfinished parts of who I am. I'm working on it over here (said in my most pristine NYC accent :) It's 2017. All shiny and new, ready to gift us some teachable experiences. All of which adds up to complete these unfinished parts, in some way or another. Along this journey, I'm working on a few things. Reviving my unicorn spirit ( read blog post here) and nurturing courage. Yep, I want to treat courage like it owes me money. Stalk it relentlessly until it pays up...BIG TIME! 

For me courage feeds and fuels freedom. It creates a momentum that allows us to push beyond where we are, towards where we dare to be. I want it to infiltrate all that we do. How and who we love, the way we raise our children, our space in this world, our voice, what we choose to wear,  our passions, our purpose. These are filled and fulfilled through courage. Those unfinished parts aren't bad things. We're learning everyday, figuring out how to be better than the day before. Finding the courage to ask for what we seek; listen for the truth and throw flag on the bullshit; love hard because we know how great it can be to have it ( so good); fail knowing that we put our all in and try again; high five our victories and get ready for the next round. These courage filled experiences allows us to fill in the gaps, to write our own sentence. 

We are surrounded by plenty of things that try to tell us who and what we should be. Courage is recognizing that undeniable need to JUST be yourself...it's freedom. We know it the moment we walk away from the asshole who was treating us wrong ( we're ladies, ok), apply for that position that challenges us and show up because we're worthy.

Happy New Year my friends! Cheers to you and your relentless courage. 

“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” Brené Brown