Fashion Friday : Boyfriend Jeans

The boyfriend jean.

Love it? No?

It's everywhere, and like most trends, it's growing on me.  I tend to be a fan of nicely tailored denim - but the boyfriend jean is a nice change from the all popular skinny. 

I love that you can dress it up with a lightweight blouse and a pair of heels, or dress it down with a tee and flats.  

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What are your thoughts?

Fashion Friday : Mixing It Up

Since moving to Monterey, I've had to rethink my wardrobe. Tank tops, shorts, sandals and summer dresses aren't exactly my summer staples anymore - think jeans, flats and light cardigans.

Never in my life, did I imagine I'd be {comfortably} sporting jeans all year round. That said, I only have ONE pair of jeans at the moment. {I had two, but the second pair lost a button after several years of wear, so they're out.} With that, I'd say I'm in need of another pair...or five. Until I can splurge on a really great pair {I'm pretty picky about my denims, and I like to consider jeans as an "investment" if I'm going to be getting so much wear out of them} I'm trying to incorporate a few of my old summer go-to's without being too chilly. Thanks to pinterest, I can much better visualize my own wardrobe in several different ways. I'm now mixing my former summer with my former winter pieces to avoid spending a small fortune on entirely new clothes...tank tops + blazers, maxi dresses + cardigans + a belt, blouses + jeans + a scarf. Here are some of my favorite Photos of inspiration:

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How are you mixing it up this summer??

Fashion Friday : Nautical Prints for Summer

Hi All!

Jamie here from FashionistaMusings with your dose of Friday Fashion.

With Memorial Day behind us and the weather warming up for summer, our wardrobes become lighter and more colorful. Breathable fabrics, such as linen and cotton, and light reflecting colors allow us to enjoy the ever-rising temperatures without sweltering. Nautical Prints are the perfect combination of backyard summer Bar-B-Q meets Yacht Club chic. Classic Navy and White horizontal stripes can be paired with a wide range of colors including Red, Grey and Brown.

This Theory Striped Maxi dress with chunky wood jewelry and leather wedges paired with minimal makeup can be worn to brunch, an afternoon picnic in the park or a stroll through town. 

{Bloomingdales}

Buy a Navy and White Striped Nautical Blouse and pair with pieces from your existing wardrobe for an instant summer update! White Jeans, a Red Skirt, Blue Jean Cut-Offs… the possibilities are endless.

{FIME}

Wedges are a summer wardrobe staple. Update your current shoe collection with a pair of nautical themed wedges (such as this pair from the Jessica Simpson Collection) for a water-ready look that is feminine and crisp.      

{Jessica Simpson}

For those of you who desire to try the nautical look without jumping into the water head first, try a Sailor themed manicure. Start with Navy nailpolish. Add thin white stripes. Finish with a Red heart for the extra touch of sparkle.

{The Beauty Department}

Do you love nautical prints? If so, how are you incorporating them into your wardrobe?

Happy Weekend!

Jamie