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Grey Cardi & Cropped White Denim

October 4, 2016

Welcome another perfect summer-to-fall transitional outfit. This grey cardi & white cropped denim look would have been the perfect thing to wear on a summer day with sandals and minus the sweater. Adding another layer on top and swapping out the sandals for ankle booties makes it ideal for wearing as the temperatures start to drop, also proving another way that you can wear white after Labor Day (check out my other post on the subject here).
I think transitional dressing really revolves around layering. A cropped jacket or knit cardigan are great for throwing on over a dress or tank top. Tights and ankle or knee-high boots can add coverage so you can keep wearing skirts and dresses towards the end of the year. Throwing on a crew-neck knit sweater over a button-down shirt adds warmth and an adorable preppy vibe. It’s also another great chance to accessorize with knit beanies, chunky scarves and textured tights. Sorry, I just love fall dressing so much, sometimes I start to ramble! Anyway, I really adore this outfit for how comfortable it is and how it takes some typically summer items that you might normally think to store away after September, and gives them longevity throughout the year.

Cardigan / Stitch Fix // Tank / Forever 21 // Cropped jeans / Old Navy // Booties / Target // Bracelet /Kendra Scott from Rocksbox (use code dressedfortimexoxo for your first month free) // Clutch / Scarlet Threads Consignment

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

I’d love to hear your thoughts on subscription services like Stitch Fix. Do you think they really get your style? Do you trust someone to pick pieces for you? Or do you like the idea of having a personal stylist?

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12 Ways to Style an LBD

October 1, 2016

Hi loves,
I’m back with another fun post sponsored by London Times, showing 12 ways to style an LBD! I’m sharing how to take a little black dress from day to night, or from work to play. With everyone’s schedules jam-packed and getting increasingly more hectic as the holidays approach, it makes sense to have a couple of go-to pieces that can easily transition from work meetings to a movie date, or from shopping to a night out on the town. We all have accessories lying around that can make an outfit pop, like statement necklaces or a pair of bright heels, and also ones that can tone a more formal dress down, like a knit scarf, denim jacket and ballet flats. Having a basic foundation piece like a great-fitting little black dress makes it so easy to transition between events and occasions throughout the day (or the week). Here are a couple of outfit formulas I love:

Fall Layers – throw on a pair of black tights (patterned or solid), ankle booties and a knit scarf.

Brunch Perfect – Top an LBD with an olive military-style jacket, layers of gold necklaces and beige lace-up heels.

Edgy – With a shorter LBD, rock some OTK boots and a little biker jacket.

Chic & Simple – Layer on a camel knit cardigan, nude pumps, and a tan satchel or bucket bag.

Sunday Casual – Wear shiny black leather booties and a light denim jacket for the perfect weekend shopping outfit.

Classy Night Out – Choose a black belt with a metal hardware accent, pointy-toe pumps and a little clutch. This outfit also looks gorgeous with all of the accessories in white.

Transitional Layers – Pair a tan or olive cardigan with a leopard scarf, tan bag, and lace-up flats or sandals.

Pop of Bright (or Leopard) – Take a basic black dress and throw on some bright (I love fuchsia and cobalt for this) or leopard-print heels, and keep the rest of the look simple.

Relaxed Trench – Top an LBD with a grey or camel trench coat, a black leather bucket bag and white sneakers.

I know this classic lace-embellished dress is black and white, but I still feel like it can be classified as an LBD because it has versatility and elegance. I also love the little shimmer in the skirt fabric. See the three ways I styled it below.

Dress c/o London Times // Bag / Nordstrom // Heels / Ivanka Trump // Bracelet / J. Crew
Paired with a classic wool trench, rich (faux) leather bag, and ankle-strap heels, this look could easily transition from a work meeting to a night out if you carry a smaller clutch inside the tote!

Dress c/o London Times // Boots / Alfani // Tights / Hue // Sunnies / Amazon
For a cozier look, I combined this knit cape with knee-high boots and tights. I was so sad that the statement necklace I wanted to wear with this outfit BROKE as I was putting it on, because I definitely think this look could use a little sparkle, but that didn’t stop me from twirling around!

Dress c/o London Times // Jacket / JcPenney // Bag / Poshmark // Necklace / The Crowned Crane // Tights / Hue // Bracelet / Ronnie M // Sunnies / Amazon
This might have been my favorite look, and I think that it’s perfection for brunch or a casual date. The wedge booties are comfortable but still give a little height, and the military-inspired jacket and crossbody bag lend a casual vibe.

London Times has been KILLING IT in the LBD realm, and I’m loving so many of the dresses they’re offering right now. I also am thrilled that they offer their dresses in a wide range of sizes, so everyone can find something beautiful that works for their body type. Check out their new arrivals here.

Shot by Holli Zenko Photography.

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Fur Vest and a Little Black Dress

February 26, 2016

DFT Hippie Fur Favorites - 5 Mark and I are home from our Las Vegas anniversary trip and are trying our best to settle back in to work and the “daily grind”. After 2 PM happy hours, dancing by ourselves while overlooking the entire strip on the High Roller at the Linq, gettin’ down to some throwback Thursday tunes at L.A.X… It’s been difficult haha!
On a different and very exciting note, I am happy to share that I will be collaborating with more boutiques and brands in the upcoming months, and am SO thrilled to show you all some gorgeous new clothes, products, and beauty items I’ve fallen in love with.
In the light of the upcoming festival season, or maybe just a craving for uncomplicated dressing when the weather turns to unbearably hot, I’ve recently been fully embracing a boho luxe aesthetic! I’ve partnered with BohoCheri, a local boutique specializing in relaxed shapes, luxe fabrics, and one-of-a-kind bags and jewelry crafted by local artisans, to bring you a gorgeous Spring Lookbook.
First up is this surprisingly wearable ombre fur vest. It would look amazing over a tank and shorts, bundled up with a high-necked sweater and jeans if you’re still in a cooler climate, or a touch more girly, paired with a dress and ankle booties, as I have here.
What do you think of the bohochic look? Is it your favorite style for summer or do you prefer super colorful, athleisure, or loose and flowy looks for warm weather?

DFT Hippie Fur Favorites - 12 _MG_3236 DFT Hippie Fur Favorites - 10 DFT Hippie Fur Favorites - 4 DFT Hippie Fur Favorites - 15 Faux fur vest c/o BohoCheri // Dress / H&M // Floppy Hat c/o BohoCheri // Tights / Hue // Booties / TOMS // Envelope clutch / J.Crew // Necklace / Sweet Lola

Photography by Holli Zenko.

Some of the items shown in this post were provided to me for review/demonstration purposes. Any thoughts I have regarding these items (or anything I post really) are my own and are not influenced by my sponsors or collaborators.