Orange and Black

Halloween came early this year…

Dress (worn as top): H&M (last seen here in blue), Skirt: H&M (similar here), Shoes: Sam Edelman, Necklace: (vintage) Banana Republic, Rings: Club Monaco (black, vintage) (stacking, on sale here).

Flower Child

A billowy floral top gets a major update in a bright neon hue. 

Top: Anthropologie (on sale, in stores now), Denim: American Eagle, Hat: J.Crew (available in other colors here), Shoes: Coach (similar style here), Rings: Club Monaco, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelets: Alex and Ani, Stella & Dot.

Slightly Obsessed...

I'll admit, I have a slight obsession with other people's glasses. If I see a stylish pair, I just HAVE to try them on. Of course, when I get older and actually need them, I won't want to wear them. 

Top: H&M, Cardigan: Forever 21, Layered necklaces: vintage, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Alex and Ani

 Dress: H&M, Earrings: Stella & Dot

Skirt: vintage (last seen here), Dress worn as top: American Apparel, Belt: vintage

Top: American Apparel, Pants: H&M, Belt: vintage

Monochromatic

Gray on gray in a full skirt, pointy toe pumps, and a gorgeous statement necklace. 

Skirt: H&M (old, similar here in denim), Tee: Club Monaco, Shoes: STEVEN by Steve Madden, Necklace: Anthropologie (on sale!), Sunnies: thrifted, Watch: Michael Kors, Lips: MAC "Russian Red" and "Ruby Woo." 

Fringe Benefits

I originally bought this scarf because of its size and its amazing color and fringe. Then I realized this is A LOT of scarf. I'm "fun-sized" and it literally was just too much for my small frame. I didn't want to get rid of it, so I found a new way to incorporate it into my wardrobe. 

 Dress: Banana Republic (old, but similar style here), Scarf: Anne Taylor (old), Belt: vintage, snakeskin, Sunnies: thrifted, Ring: (vintage) Club Monaco flagship store, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Stella & Dot

Turban

I'm becoming quite creative at disguising the need for a haircut…

Dress: a Marshall's find, Shirt: American Eagle (short sleeve version here), Brooches: vintage, Scarf (worn as turban): old, Ring: Stella and Dot, Bracelets: gifted, Sunnies: thrift store find.

Photos by @cme3000

Ready for Spring

The cutest springtime print on a full mini, paired with a simple black turtleneck and cat eye sunnies. 

Skirt: H&M (old, but similar style here), Turtleneck dress (worn as top): American Apparel, Belt, Ring, and Bracelets: vintage, Watch: Michael Kors, Sunnies: thrift store find.

Welcome to my closet… (After)

I had originally planned on cleaning out my closet the day after I posted the "before" pictures. After actually seeing them, I changed my mind and got to work IMMEDIATELY. It took me about two hours and I only used items I had lying around the house to do it (I was determined not to spend any extra money on this). 
I started by editing my wardrobe. This is always the most difficult. I had to be honest with myself and get rid of clothing (and accessories) I knew I'd never wear again. This freed up a lot of space in my otherwise tiny closet. I PROMISE my closet will never look like the "before" pictures again…I think. 

I moved the skirts and shorts hanging on the bottom rack to free up space on the floor.

Now I can actually see my shoes and belts (in their temporary location on a hanger). I also have a place to store a few hats without stacking them on top of each other. 

Old Vogue magazines come in handy as boot shapers.

I can actually see the floor of my closet now!

Surprisingly, I don't own a proper chest of drawers since space is so limited in my apartment. Instead, these collapsible containers from Ikea hold my tee-shirts and other items. My brooches are on display and scarves are rolled in smaller boxes. (I still have to find something to do with my necklaces, I have an idea…)

Looks like I can go shopping for another pair of shoes! 

Organize your clothes in a way that works for YOU. I choose to hang my tops together and separate them by solids, stripes, prints, and plaids. All of my skirts and dress shorts are in the middle. My dresses are also separated by prints and solids. Blazers and other jackets are grouped together. I always thought I needed more prints in my wardrobe, but after taking a look at this, I think I'm just fine. 

From My Collection...

With all this crazy weather we've been having, shooting for my blog has been "limited." I thought I'd share a few of my favorite (vintage) things with you to give you an inside look at my personal style (which changes almost daily). Back to my regular shooting this weekend!

Vintage brooches and clip earrings. Bracelet and earrings set last seen here. 

The loveliest mirror compact given to me for my birthday.

A statement vintage cuff bought at an antique market. Love it here.

THE BEST high-waist pencil skirt restyled from a vintage floor-length gown.

My favorite 1950s party dress. 

Crop top

An all black look is anything but basic with a crop top, satin trousers, and a vintage brooch. 

Sweater: American Apparel, Pants: Club Monaco (last seen here), Brooch: vintage, Sunnies: Michael Kors (similar here), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Stella and Dot, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo" and "Russian Red."

Photos by Scoobie West 

Minimalist

A simple pencil skirt and a perfectly tucked tee can go a long way…

Tee: Club Monaco (old), Skirt: American Apparel, Shoes: Diba (last seen here), Sunnies: Michael Kors, Jewelry: (vintage) from my mom, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo" and "Russian Red," "Currant" liner.

Photos by Scoobie West