I talk about the importance of dressing well and presenting yourself in a manner of how you want people to see you. As the saying goes, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.”  So take pride in how you dress.

You don’t have to have a large budget to dress well either and if you think you do, you are wrong. Check out a few of my workwear essentials to get you started.

A classic black trouser is a must have. This style is flattering on every body type. You may think this is not my style.  It’s too classic or too tailored. Not true. You can easily put your own style spin on it whether that’s a fun top or your accessories, you make it work for you. But at the end of the day, everyone needs a good classic pair of black trousers like these.

Another classic, is this pencil skirt in a neutral color. Again, you can add a fun patterned blouse or some funky shoes to make it your own. I love that you can dress this style of skirt up or down. I often wear a white tee (I know shocker) throw a bomber or denim jacket on and tennis shoes to make it more casual. It’s kind of my pre shopping for clients uniform.

 

Here are some of my favorite type of workwear blouses to have in a wardrobe. I like a classic white, a feminine top, a more tailored one and then a casual one like this denim one. Once you have the basic bottoms like a pair of black trousers and a pencil skirt, you can make some many more outfit combinations with these tops.

Another great workwear essential item is a versatile dress like this one or this one.

Depending on your work environment, you can add boots, flats or pumps. Put a blazer or leather jacket over it (again depending on office style) and you are ready to conquer your day.

 

To finish off your look, you need a good structured handbag and pumps or simple flats. I love a more structured handbag for work not only because it’s more functional but it also looks better. When you are wearing a baggy type handbag, it can make you look heavier and less polished.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finally, once you have these workwear staples, add more items like these sassy pants with tailored top, some fun shoes with a simple dress, and this floral dress to balance out your rather tailored look.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

So there you have it! You don’t have to spend tons and tons of money to put your best style foot forward whether that’s in the work place or working from home. You are worth investing in yourself and I promise you, people will see that pride that you have taken in yourself.

Have a great week!

Well, it feels like a sauna here in Nashville, Tennessee, which makes me long for sweater weather. I am so ready to pull out my fun jackets, sweaters and boots instead of wearing sundresses and sandals to beat the heat. It’s getting really hard to hide my lack of pedicure and tan.

So let’s just pretend it’s nice and cool outside for a minute and take a look at my Target must haves for this week.

Those that know me well, know that my favorite season is Fall. I love the cool, crisp weather, the holidays that come along with such a beautiful season and all the warm and vibrant colors. One of those colors I really can’t get enough of is orange! Yes, orange or shall we say the orange family.

I love the different shades of orange like this rust, pumpkin spice or kind of paprika color in these cardigans. I wanted to get this cardigan on my shopping trip yesterday, but Target didn’t have my size. Not to worry I will find it in my size and show you how I style it soon.

This shade and length of cardigan can be worn in so many different ways. You can wear all black, whether it’s a dress or top and pants, add this cardigan, belt it and throw on your favorite leopard print accessory. I also love this shade of orange with denim, a fun graphic or stripe tee.

Other accessories that look great with this shade sweater is turquoise or tortoise shell like these.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not match the bracelet and earrings. One or the other here. You never want to match your necklace with your earrings. When you are already wearing a statement like necklace, wear a more subtle earring like hoops or studs to not take away from that perfect piece. 

If you are a follower on my IG you may have seen the leopard print cardigan I snagged yesterday along with this amazing belt. I love to see how many ways I can style a statement piece like this cardigan. Unfortunately, this Who What Wear cardigan is not online YET, and I am not about to link those that are kind of similar to it. I didn’t like them and will never steer you in a direction that doesn’t seem to be of good quality or just not very stylish looking.

So check out your local Target’s Who What Wear section and I will keep checking online and keep you posted if this sassy cardigan magically appears.

The belt is here and my hat is from last year but here is a similar one in another fall color I love. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some other things I saw on my Target visit, tried on and thoroughly examined is this tunic sweater. It comes in the rust color that I mentioned is my must have for Fall, but I also love the blue and gray. I tried on the small which I normally wear, but it was huge. It is already supposed to be oversize but it was really big. So that being said, order a size down.

I also tried on this color block cardigan as it reminded me of the Madewell cardigan all the style influencers were modeling during the Nordy Anniversary sale. It’s actually really soft and if it’s your style, I would grab it for the price and quality.

If I owned it, I would style it with a white tee or denim on denim with brown booties. I would even throw it on over a t-shirt dress with converse for another fun casual day look.

Two other sweaters I have my eye on but not sure I will pull the trigger yet are these…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Isaac Mizrahi sweater is not available yet but will be soon so keep checking if it’s your thing.

And the reason I have my eye on some different and more patterned sweaters is that I already have my neutral color, classic style sweaters so these would add a little spice to my wardrobe for Fall and Winter.

Remember balance style is key when making the most of your wardrobe. So invest in what you wear the most and then not so much on the trendier items.

So I hope you get to pull out your sweaters and jackets soon wherever you are and have fun styling your wardrobe with some of these Target picks. Have a great week!

 

 

 

 

 

Well hi there! I have been in birthday party planning and hosting overload over here. My daughters are exactly a month a part. Different ages of course, but once I finish one birthday, it’s on to planning the next! It’s makes for a very exciting August and September along with starting back school, after school activities and just all the things! Whew!

So I have missed a couple of Target Tuesday posts because frankly, I just didn’t have my you know what together. But I am totally okay with it and embracing the craziness right now. I will get in my little groove soon, but in the meantime, here is what I have purchased at my favorite store, have loved and also have my eye on to possibly add to that Redcart.

Okay, let’s do this!

Of course first up are shoes. Surprise, surprise! And then some kind of animal print. What?!! Who is this woman? Oh right…it’s still me.

Anyway, I love a good slide as a great transitional piece going into Fall. It’s like you are not fully committed to having to lose your sandal game from the summer, but you are taking baby steps, you know.  This slide/mule, or what have you, also comes in other colors and patterns. So you do you and what works with your wardrobe.

I also love these bootie slides (haha! I just got tickled as I typed that). Maybe that should be a song. Booties slides to the left, and regular ones to the right?

Anyway, you know the kids’ birthday parties I was talking about earlier…so my nine year old just had her birthday at the skating rink and my sassy Columbian friend that I love dearly came in wearing these awesome kicks! The color of these shoes are absolutely perfect for fall and again, you are not totally committed to the boot season yet.  So I hope you will give them a look.

Here some other shoes that I am considering but have not bought. I love the color blush as you can wear it with so much and almost all year round. I usually pair blush with olive green, regular jeans (obviously) and white too. 

So moving on to a little more intimate things (awkward I know )but had to share the two favorite I have purchased. I know the style influencers have been all about some Soma lately which I love too, but I had already found these two gems that I love and are so comfy. So I was set. These come in other neutral colors if you are not in need of a black or light pink. I loved the one with the plunged shape so I can wear it with more v neck tops.  The other is a great every day one for t-shirts etc.

I know I have featured lounge wear before, but thought these leopard print were fun. 

Then, got to add some joggers to the mix because. I love that you can wear these around the house or run errands and still look cool and put together. They come in other colors too but I always like the classic black.

Finally, got to add a little something something with accessories to the mix and these are my picks this week.

I am loving bracelets lately especially a bunch stacked with mixed metals and beads like this one and this one.

When a new season is on the horizon, it’s so fun to kind of reinvent yourself and maybe do a little something different. I hope some of these things get you thinking or spark your style interest.

Until next time friends…thanks a bunch for stopping by.

 

 

Do you ever find yourself just standing in front of your closet with so many clothes at your fingertips, but still nothing to wear? You have all the common staples yet you still can’t seem to find the right combination or the right outfit that really makes you feel good? Or maybe you are on the other end of the spectrum, and you have absolutely nothing in your closet that you love or that fits you right and you are ready for a brand new wardrobe that will make you feel like the best version of you.

As superficial as it may seem, clothing builds confidence. When you find the right style, the right fit and the right combination for your budget and life style, you will truly shine from the inside out. No matter what season in life you are in, we can all benefit from looking our very best because when you look good, you feel good.

With Fall just around the corner, you want to take inventory of your wardrobe. See what fits well, what needs to be altered or maybe just retired because it’s had it’s time and served it’s purpose for a few seasons.

If you pick something up and you are just over it, go ahead and toss it in the donate pile and move on. You don’t want to have something just hanging in your closet taking up space and making you feel bad because you are not wearing it.

Every week, I’m in someone’s closet putting outfits together to make the most of their existing wardrobe and every time, less is always more. You don’t need a closet full of clothes to look stylish. When I shop with clients, they are always surprised how much I can style and do with the budget they give me. So regardless of what you may think or what you see on social media, you don’t need millions of dollars to look good or feel good.

When you hire me, you will  find that I am all for balanced style. I like to invest in the classic pieces and then add pops of fun and pattern that is more wallet friendly.

Speaking of budget friendly, and in the spirit of getting your wardrobe ready for Fall, I am offering a one time deal starting today until Monday, August 26th! Every package I offer will be 20 percent off! So check out my services, see what fits you, and while you are at it, see what my clients have to say about their experiences with me. You will not be sorry or regret investing in yourself.

“Amy is THE BEST at redefining your style and wardrobe using pieces you already have and guiding you to buy the missing pieces to complete amazing outfits….or as I started, having her help me pick/buy what to pack for an unexpected trip out of town where I needed to look classy and be comfortable the whole time….she was a life savior!!!”

-Maria T. 

 

“As a working mom with two children, I get overwhelmed with all of the options at the store. Amy has been a life saver for me. She keeps me accountable with my budget, and she can work with any limits.  She finds pieces that not only flatter my figure but don’t break my bank! I am so thankful for her services, and I use the book she made for me daily. I can’t recommend her highly enough!”

– C Moss

 

Look forward to hearing from you and seeing you soon!

 

 

 

Well, gone are the lazy days of summer! No more staying in our pjs until we want to and just easing into our day. No agenda, no pressing engagements. Just lounging around, playing Legos, many games of uno, building pillow forts and sometimes baking desserts even though it’s still breakfast time.

My girls and I have really soaked up these slow days of summer almost too much. Maybe watched a little too much Hallmark movies and HGTV, but I wouldn’t change it for anything. This summer has really been a sweet spot with my girls and I am going to be so sad when that alarm goes off on Friday morning. Especially, because I have to get out of my pjs or maybe not. Maybe I will still be wearing my favorite pj pants and just put a nice shirt on so at least I look pulled together from afar. Just kidding. Kind of.

So here are mine and my girls favorite pjs. I have even worn one of the tops as a shell under my blazers (see post).

So this pj top looks like it is see through in this picture but it is not. I own it and the bottoms that match it. It’s nice and cool for summer and comfy of course too.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As you can see I love separates. I like to just wear my favorite A New Day tank with the pants or any old kind of t-shirt I have around. These pants are super soft and fit true to size. I don’t have this particular pattern, but it’s the same brand and style.

Along with pj pants, I love joggers and these are my favorites. I don’t feel like I am wearing pjs when I have these on so makes me feel a little less lazy on those pjs days.

Loft and Aerie also make great joggers if you want to check them out. I have this pair here. 

If you are a more night shirt type sleeper, I have one very similar to this one. Mine is a few years old so I couldn’t find the exact same one or brand. This is a new brand Target carries and it has great reviews. Just like the one I have from Target, I like that is longer in the back, so I am not showing all my business especially around my kids.

My girls love pj separates just like their mama and these are their picks…

They like these pj pants because not only are they soft but lightweight and they love to wear their school or church tees with it. There is something comforting about a well worn tee paired with their favorite pj pants. .

I also have these sleep shorts in my cart for my Livi’s 9th birthday coming up. She loves lavender and these pj shorts looked so soft and comfy. This would be a cute outfit for a sleepover too.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Well, that’s it folks! Short and sweet!

Cheers to more pj days and sweet moments with your special people.

 

 

 

 

 

Well, hi there friends! Here it is, already another Target Tuesday! So glad you stopped by.

If you are new here, this is a day I like to feature my favorite Target picks of the week, mostly in fashion, but I do dabble in home decor for good measure.  Most of the “picks” are things I have tried on and loved. Things I have added to my red cart. Things my girls have approved of (which is not easy to do, they have particular style). And  then thanks to Joanna Gaines and Opal House, my couch is looking so snazzy and cozy with my new throw pillows (see last post).

This week I wanted to provide you with my favorite hair accessories and sun hats. Even though my girls and I have short to medium length hair and fine hair at that, we still like to have fun and accessorize with headbands, fun clips and bows. Then, on our bad hair days or pool days, we throw on a floppy hat or fedora to beat the heat while still feeling pulled together.

So here is what we actually own and love. Hope you love our picks.

This Jules headband/headwrap has been such a fun go to this summer whether I am heading to barre class or the pool. I have even used it to tie around my purse or wrist as an added accessory. I also love the patterns and colors as you can easily wear it all year round.

This A New Day blue and white stripe headband  just screams French chic to me and summer. It seems like something Grace Kelly would wear on her yacht in Monaco. At least that’s what I envisioned when I added it to my cart. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We can’t forget the littles. My girls and I found this sassy headband a couple of weeks ago. My little one loves anything that sparkles and my oldest thought it just looked so retro. It really is cute on. They have worn it more than I thought they would. They have worn it with their white denim overalls and tee to wearing it with a cute t shirt dress and their Adidas.

This Cat and Jack headband is also one I was thinking would not get worn that much but has at least with my little one. It’s easier for her to put headbands on by herself and she likes to do things on her own. Very independent. She loves to wear this with her white maxi dress or another favorite is her denim shorts and chambray top from Target of course. You can get it here.

For some girls that might not be headband kind of girls, I thought this animal print JoJo bow was so cute, and the colorful bands, which we can’t seem to have enough of. My girls will even wear them on their wrists like bracelets. We don’t own these particular ones (yet), but they are in my cart to add to my girls’ upcoming bday gifts along with this cute mini Caboodle.

Moms, you could even match your girls and get these A New Day animal print clips.

I recently mentioned in my IG stories some favorite leopard print clips that I found at Altard State but these look great too and they are a little longer which might be good for those with a lot more hair than this girl.

Finally, another great summer accessory my girls and I both have worn quite a bit is the fedora. This one is my favorite and one my oldest is pictured here is from the dollar aisle years ago and she still wears it.

Here is one similar to the one I have. I also love floppy hats and wear this striped one mostly just on vacations. Seems a bit much while at the pool with my kids but maybe not.

So that’s it for now friends! I hope you enjoy what is left to your summer. The count down is on in our house. 9 more days until reality hits! Whew!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hi friends!

So I wanted to give you a quick recap my Nordstrom Anniversary sale picks. While I didn’t buy a whole lot, I did purchase pieces that were missing in my wardrobe or needed to be replaced. Well, guess what…this gal didn’t have much luck this go around.

First off, the classic Hugo Boss dress pants. I was so bummed about these because I have worn these pants in the past and loved them! For some reason, the material just seemed different (itchy) and the sizing was off for me. Now all that to say, they could work for you. I still love Hugo Boss dress pants, suits, pretty much everything it makes, but I guess this particular pair and cut was not for me this time.

On a brighter note, it was a win with the Kut bootcut jeans. For reference, I am usually a Paige, Frame or Madewell kind of girl but wanted to try something different. The wash and the length on these were absolutely perfect, and even though it says they are “high rise” they are not your mama’s high rise jeans.  They are more of a midrise in my opinion. So if you are looking for a good pair of classic bootcut jeans at a reasonable price, I highly recommend these.

Along with the bootcut jeans being a keeper, these beautiful Sam Edelman leopard print pumps also got to take up residency in my closet instead of going back to the store. These pumps are even more gorgeous in person. They fit true to size and the insoles have this extra padding that gives just the right support when wearing heels.  The way the toe box is shaped it is super flattering on your feet too! So if you want something that is a little sassy and a great statement piece, I would click here and add it to your Nordy cart. You won’t be sad about it.

Speaking of sad, I was so bummed about the Nordstrom Signature cashmere sweater.  It really had some potential. But here’s why it wasn’t for me…for one, the sweater was super thin, had pulls in it already and the shape of it was just not my best look.  So for the price and the state that it was already in, I said “adios” back to Nordstrom you go! Will be on the look out for something similar as I really want that color in my sweater rotation so I will let you know what I find.

Another sad situation was the black BlankNYC leather (or faux leather) jacket. It had way too many silver zippers on it for this not so cool mama. And when I say, way too many silver details, it was like I had The Fonz leather jacket (hey!). I don’t know how I missed all the silver zippers in the picture …maybe I was in the Nordy Anniversary trance and it didn’t register. I don’t know. Anyway, what I did like about it was the shade of black (not too shiny or cheap matte look),  it was super soft, loved the way it fit, and the collarless Moto style as you can style it with so many different types of tops and even dresses. So again, will post when I do find the perfect black Moto jacket in case you too are in the market for one.

Now, for the things that are consistently a hit.  The Nordstrom throw that you just want to have on you all the time along with the Barefoot Dreams cozy chic light circle cardigan. I purchased one BD cardigan for a special somebody for their bday in the charcoal color and one for myself in the pacific blue. The charcoal one is awesome color wise (thank goodness since it was a gift) but the pacific blue, not so much. I know, you are thinking, really? How can you go wrong with BD in any color? Well, the color wasn’t like the picture (it was way darker) the pockets were a different shade and even had some sort of stitching on them. It was weird. Again, the pictures shown were deceiving as it looked all one color and a lighter blue.  So if you pull the trigger and buy this one, I would suggest the charcoal all the way!

The Nordstrom Kinnebunkport throws, you can’t go wrong, but if you want my favorite colors, and ones that look like what you see online or even better,  they are vanilla, grey frost, navy blue, rust kaya and teal calypso.

I hope this Nordstrom Anniversary recap helped and you will share this with your friends.

 

 

I have a few more things on order for my girls and a jacket I thought was too fun to pass up. So once I get those in, I will give you the scoop or my opinion on them.

Thanks for stopping by!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Well, in the spirit of sales and shopping online, I wanted to give you my Amazon favorites of what I have ordered, have loved, is kid approved and Mama approved too.

Yes, you are seeing a onesie. My kid had been asking for an animal onesie for a while now and I finally caved. I gave it to her as a fun end of the school year gift. She loves to have slumber parties in her big sister’s room every Friday night so it was kind a fun way to kick off the summer. Big sister wanted a kangaroo one. So this is hers. It’s even more adorable in person.

Now, for the Mamas… I love a good maxi dress in the summer. I wear it as a cover up, going out to dinner or running errands. It’s also a great transitional fall piece. This one comes in all kinds of colors so if neutral is not the name of your wardrobe game, then you will have plenty of colors to strike your fancy.

If you are looking for a sleeveless one, I have really enjoyed wearing this one last summer and this summer. It’s pretty much my go to packing dress every time I go to Florida. I can wear a tee over it or a white linen button down tied in a knot with sleeves pushed up and make it a totally different outfit. It’s super comfy for traveling or just lounging by the pool.

Speaking of the pool, other than my Albion favorites, I was pleasantly surprised by these two bathing beauty numbers. They fit well and were actually really good quality for the price. Check them out here and here!

This summer we have had some lazy mornings which if you know us, it is not like us at all! We are early birds, and we have usually gotten ten things done before 7 a.m. It’s been kind of nice though and what has made it even nicer (or harder )to get out of the pjs are not just my girls’ onesies but the onesie I found that is super soft. Yes, a onesie or jumpsuit. Whatever.

Finally, something for that special southern lady in your life. I love these bowls and I feel that every southern gal should have some kind of blue and white decor. I was drawn to these because they were white on the outside and then had this beautiful pattern on the inside. So it’s a win win. So I don’t own these myself, but I did get these for my mom. She is a true southern lady and after losing most her belongings and home thanks to Hurricane Michael, these beautiful bowls brought a little “home” to their rental.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Speaking of my mom, I feel like we kind of read this book  (See here) together. I don’t like heavy reads in the summer and this one was actually the best combo. It was very funny yet uplifting! I took it to Florida when we went to see my Dad get sworn as mayor of PSJ last month and I couldn’t help but laugh out loud and then share the stories with my mom. Now, I even use “I aint doin it” in our texts together.  It’s so good! So read it with your best girlfriend, your mom or grandma and enjoy those inside jokes as well as the uplifting lessons you will learn along the way.

So with that being said, I hope you rock it out (in style of course) the rest of this summer with some good reads, some good family or friend time and lots of laughs to last you for many seasons to come. Cheers!

 

Well, this illustration perfectly sums up my recent trip to Target with my kids. We went in looking for the perfect backpack, lunchbox, and locker essentials and came out with just a few other things that were not on our list. Imagine that?!

It was like something just took over us and before we knew it we had pjs, flip flops, throw pillows (thanks a lot Opal House) and OPI nail polish in Elephantastic pink because of course we need pretty pink nails before we go back to school. Isn’t that on your back to school list.

Luckily, we did accomplish most of what we came for along with some bonus goodies and what good am I to you if I don’t share what we loved and highly recommend. Also, lucky for you, Target has some major deals going on today and tomorrow (online only) . Gotta compete with Nordstrom Anniversary sale. So while I have done all the pre shopping for you, all you have to do is start adding to that little red cart of yours or big red cart. It’s up to you.

First off, this is what my soon to be middle schooler picked…all the links are included.

 

Embark, Elite backpack in seafoam/grey. This is the perfect size for a middle schooler for all their books, folders and even room for a laptop or tablet. I love the material too as it’s light yet sturdy and easy to keep clean with just a wipe of a washcloth. Right now it is just $40 and if you order today you can get it by Friday.

Now, I don’t remember water bottles being so cool when I was growing up but they have become quite the trend. You can pretty much dream up any design you want, and find it. So my eleven year old was bound and determined to find a marble looking design to complement her backpack color and to coordinate with her locker because if you don’t know this already, it’s all about the locker decor when you are in middle school. So if your little person is looking for marble stainless steel water bottle, look no further. Here it is!! Thanks to Target! Here is also a less expensive version and in different marble colors.

We are still looking for that perfect lunchbox. Right now, my particular little darling is leaning towards this one, but it doesn’t really go with the theme she has going so we are still not so sure.

 

I personally like the pattern and love that it expands if you need it to. We have had this particular brand before and it holds up very well. In fact, I have been using an older one when we go to the pool to keep all our snacks and drinks cold.

Moving on to my 8 year old and her picks. Of course, we got a little off task in the shoe and clothing department. She gets it naturally I’m afraid.

 

So here is what we ended up with  since we already ordered her backpack on Amazon. Another place that is rolling in the deals this week! So don’t forget them!

Back to her fashion finds, check out this adorable jumpsuit. It’s so fun and it will even look cute with booties (or black Converse) and a denim jacket going into Fall.  

Both of my girls have worn the heck out of these sandals so we got another pair. I have also featured the adult pair on the blog as my favorite of the summer. So you and your mini you could match. Why not!

Curious what other things are on sale until the 16th?

For one, this Turkish towel I featured for the Mother’s Day gift guide. Right now, it is on sale for $15.88.

It comes in all different colors. You could even use it in your bathroom as a decorative piece . Just a thought.

Then, a lot of home decor items like these Opal House pillows I scored and apparently couldn’t leave without. It’s pretty hard to find throw pillows less than $50. These are $19.99!

So to me, we were just mutltitasking during this Target back to school trip right? Right. Until next time… Happy Target Tuesday!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alright, friends it is here! The legendary Nordstrom Anniversary sale! The sale of all sales in the fashion world! It’s Christmas in July and we are here for it! 

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is a great time to purchase items that are not normally on sale  (think the yummy Barefoot Dreams cardigan) and items that are classic investment pieces (like leather jacket or cashmere sweater). Most of the items in this sale are 35-50% (or more!) which also includes home decor, and exclusive beauty and make up collections. With Christmas just being five months away, I will sometimes rack up on gifts like Nordstrom’s super soft blankets. I mean, they are like butta and my favorite go to holiday gift. 

If you are a cardholder, you can get early access to the sale starting today! Seven days before the general public and things sale out fast so you may want to join the club! Now, I am not a big credit card proponent, and when I did sign up way back when Nordstrom had the debit card so that’s what I went with and still have. Recently, Nordstrom change some things up and now they just off the credit card, but hopefully with my guidance below, you can spend your money wisely. 

So to not get too overwhelmed or carried away with this Nordy Anniversary sale hoopla, I always make sure I get a game plan down before hopping online and adding to my cart. Just as I do with my clients, I go through my closet, see what “holes” I may have in my Fall wardrobe, what has served it’s purpose well for some seasons and now we need to part ways, and things that just don’t fit me right anymore so why hang on to it? 

When I style, I like to have a base of classic pieces, and then gradually add more fun colors and patterns to elevate the simple look. If you plan it out right or maybe have a stylist friend like me (just saying;), you can really make the most of this sale and get the most bang for your buck. 

So here are my picks by category. I do not own them yet (they are on their way) but I am familiar with the brands, the quality and value. Otherwise, I would not be recommending. Also, I only got things that were either gifts, some staples that I needed like bootcut jeans, replace my leopard pumps and black dress pants. These were “holes” in my closet or that needed to be replaced. I did splurge on one thing and that is a cashmere sweater. Happy early birthday or Merry Christmas to me? 

I hope these picks will inspire you or be guideline on shopping smart during this sale.

 

I absolutely love this Barefoot Dreams cardigan. I got one last year for my 40th birthday and wear it all the time so I wanted to get it for a special someone for their birthday in the Fall. When you put this cardigan on, it’s like this big warm hug and you will not want to take it off. I wear it with a tank and leggings around the house and I have even packed it in my carry on for when it gets cold on long flights. This cardigan comes in charcoal, this pretty slate blue and pearl color. Originally it costs $116 and it is on sale for $76.90. So you are saving almost $40 for a gift that keeps on giving!

 

 

The other gift that keeps on giving is this beautiful throw that comes in all kinds of colors. I have gotten this for gifts and had it monogrammed to make it more personal. My girls have it too and never want to leave home without when we travel. While it’s not a huge deal, it’s still a great price for a really nice, soft and pretty blanket. Originally it is $39. 50 and now it is $25.90.  I think this is such a good price for a gift or maybe even to treat yourself.

 

 

 

Now let’s get down to fashion. I love a good Moto jacket and for the price, I scooped this one up. I already have a classic tobacco color leather jacket which I think is a must have in everyone’s wardrobe. A leather or faux leather jacket can add just the right layer and style to any wardrobe. As mentioned, I assessed my wardrobe before the sale, and this kind of jacket and color was one I had been missing and needed to go with some other things I already owned.  If the size works out, you will see me styling it with anything from dresses to jeans and a white tee.

Another good staple in one’s wardrobe is a good pair of dark rinse bootcut jeans, like these Kut from the Kloth. Although I do have a pair of bootcut jeans that I have had for many years now, the denim is pretty worn out and I was not liking the low rise on me anymore. I guess the older I get, the more high waist or mid rise I tend to like. So again for the price and I know that this brand, Kut, is a great quality, I proceeded to add it to my cart. Done! Now, let’s hope they fit.

Moving on to another staple is a good pair of black dress pants. Now, I know depending on one’s lifestyle, you may not need a pair of black dress pants. I tend to wear them a lot either when visiting clients, going out to dinner or even to church, especially during the colder months. So these Boss dress pants were a must have to add to my wardrobe. I know this brand very well as I have another pair of their pants in a different material  and they will last you for many  many years so they are worth every penny.  These are hardly ever on sale so if you need a pair of good dress pants, I would add it to my cart!

As you all know I love a good animal print and my Sam Edelman leopard print pumps from anniversary sale many years ago are showing they have been well loved. Now, I can still wear them, but I will probably need a back up soon. So while these babies were on sale, I wanted to grab them. I also loved the new pattern and the heel is not as high as my other ones. Originally, these are $139.95 and they are on sale now for $89 and believe me when I say this, you will get a lot of mileage out of these. So this $89 will go a long way!

 

Now, for my splurge. I only do this during this particular sale (or ever really) if I already have my basic staples and I do. I already have my winter coat, my fall coat, a good handbag and I didn’t really need anymore boots because I really invested in some good quality ones years ago. So I treated myself to a nice cashmere sweater in a color that I don’t have in my fall/winter wardrobe rotation. I love the style of this too. It’s dressy yet relaxed and the back of it is a little longer to cover your rear if you like that kind of thing. I can see me wearing this with my white jeans going into early fall to wearing it with anything from my new dark rinse jeans, a black pencil skirt and my new black dress pants. So I will definitely make it worth my while.

Finally, the things I have on my wish list or that were immediately sold out the minute I even thought about adding it to my cart. So I will just be over here coveting those of you that snagged these and wishing you the very best.

 

1. The Free people, oversize tunic sweater. I have this one in black and wore it out last year with my black Athleta Moto leggings and riding boots and then jeans too of course. So I wanted it in a color this time and well I guess the shopping Gods were not in favor of that this time. Maybe you can find your size in the link above. 
2. Here I go again with my animal print. I love a good long cardigan and this one had my name written all over it or so I thought. I had all kinds of ideas of how I was going to style it, where I would wear it. Oh well! Maybe you will have some luck and find it in your local store or in your size.
3. Other than Athleta, I love Zella’s leggings. They are super soft and very flattering. I wanted this particular color.  Thought it would be fun instead of my standard black and navy. Again, not meant to be. So here is the link in case you have some luck . This particular brand runs true to size so if you wear size 4, you would get a small. 
4. Now this last one was not in my cart but I did send this to some of my clients who were looking for a good trench coat. I love this one, especially the fact that it has a removable hood. It’s hard to find a nice trench like that. If I didn’t already have one, I would definitely scoop this one up. Originally it’s $169 and now it is $99. Huge, people! Hmmm…kind of thinking I should have gotten it now because mine doesn’t have a hood.

Alrighty, friends! I hope this was helpful. I know that there is a lot of information out there about this sale so if you need help, please don’t hesitate to reach out and respond to this post or instant message me on Instagram or Facebook. I love to hear from you and love to help others make smart and stylish choices.

Have a great weekend!