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Flatlay Outfit Ideas

January 23, 2016

I love a good flatlay! I think they’re awesome for getting (and giving) outfit inspiration because you can see every single item with one glance. Holli (my amazing photographer & friend) and I had some free time recently and decided to put together some fun flatlay outfit ideas to share with you all! I hope you enjoy 😀

Denim button-down / StitchFix // Knit skirt / StitchFix // Oxfords / Madewell // Bracelet / Elizabeth Stone Jewelry // Necklace / vintage

Blouse / LeTote // Black jeans / StitchFix (Just Black Denim) // Heels / Ivanka Trump // Wallet / Kate Spade // Bracelet / Forever 21 // Necklace / Ettika

Blouse / Mossimo // Skirt / StitchFix // Bag / Forever 21 // Heels / Guess // Bracelets / Forever 21

Jacket / BB Dakota // Beaded top / StitchFix // Black pants / LeTote // Bag / Loeffler Randall // Booties & Ring / Forever 21

Top / StitchFix // Jeans / StitchFix (MaviUSA) // Clutch / JcPenney // Heels / Ivanka Trump // Cuff / Forever 21

Knit top / StitchFix // Pencil Skirt / StitchFix // Bag / Loeffler Randall // Heels / Nine West // Necklace / Ettika // Pyramid bracelet / Banana Republic // Screw bracelet / Forever 21 // Ring LA find

Jeans / StitchFix (Just Black Denim) // Coat / Le Tote (purchased! from Fate) // Rhinestone top / Le Tote // Clutch / Whiting & Davis // Booties & Ring / Forever 21

Do you all like flatlay outfit idea posts? Or do you prefer to see clothes on people, so you can see how they wear/layer/etc.?
😀

All photography by Holli Zenko.

A Walk in the Park

January 17, 2016

Hello loves!
I hope this post finds you thriving in this sometimes daunting part of the new year! Resolutions have been made, lifestyle changes have begun to take place, and I wish for everyone a happy and healthy month. I’ve been attempting (mostly successfully) to channel a lot of my stress into committing to the 21 day fix/Beachbody program. I was introduced to the plan by Shannon at Layered by Cake, who connected me with my coach, Caitlyn (also the winner of our #weekwithoutjeanschallege). I met up with Caitlyn to deliver her prize, we ended up chatting for hours, and I discovered that she was involved with a lifestyle company called BeachBody.
I’ve been on the fix for 20 days now and will be taking a few days break before starting up again. I really feel like it’s a great way to get on a healthy, fit track. I have so much more energy, my clothes have been fitting more loosely, I feel stronger, and it actually does make me feel good to know that I’m doing something great for my body! Shakeology is hella expensive, but I love it mixed I with spinach and fruit (especially mango & strawberries or peanut butter and frozen cherries, yum!) in the morning for a nice energizing boost and the knowledge that I’ve gotten in a fruit, a vegetable & a protein before I even leave the house!
Whatever methods you use for creating a healthier lifestyle, I hope you have fun and enjoy discovering new ways of allowing yourself to feel better! 😀

Jeans / MaviUSA // Hooded jacket / Spruce Street (StitchFix) // Striped sweater / LoveAppella (StitchFix) // Scarf (similar) // Boots / Burlington (similar) // Ring / Gorjana – Rocksbox (use code dressedfortimexoxo for your first month free!) // Necklace / Baublebar (similar) // Sunglasses / Amazon // Bag / Merona

Photography by Holli Zenko.

Subtle Stripes with Ruby Accents

January 2, 2016

DFT- Caroline Favorites - 92 Well hello, loves!
I wanted to share with you two companies I’ve been loving working with recently… StitchFix & Rocksbox. Stitchfix is a type of styling service that sends you 5 items they think you may like based on very extensive surveys and questions about your style, body shape, etc. After receiving the package, you figure out what you like, and send back the rest within 3 days of arrival. If you buy everything in the box, like I did last time, you get 25% off your total order! That usually means getting a free item and a % off another. This striped, super soft sweater was in my last box, and I knew I would get so much use out of it this winter. I’ve been adoring the pairing of stripes and leopard, and the scales of these particular prints work so well together 🙂 If you’re interested in signing up, feel free to use my link here 😉
On to Rocksbox, the designer jewelry subscription service that sends you 3 items at a time to wear to your heart’s content, then send all of them back or keep what you like at a discounted price. My first box included this gorgeous ruby crystal necklace, a hammered gold “X” ring (which you’ll see in my next post), and a double-layered delicate chain necklace with a tiny, rhinestone-covered sphere. It’s only $19 a month, and if you sign up here using my code dressedfortimexoxo, you get your first month free!

Striped top / Stitchfix (similar) // Jeans / Mavi Jeans // Bag / Loeffler Randall // Heels / Target (similar) // Necklace / Rocksbox // Rings / Forever 21 // Sunglasses / Layered by Cake

Holiday Party Look : Casual Glam

December 16, 2015

Hello loves!
I’ve put together 3 festive looks for this holiday season that I think are ideal for any kind of party you get invited to… A house party, dinner with friends, drinks on NYE, any place where good times are being had!
This first look is for a more casual get-together, and I would totally wear it to a New Years Day brunch or to a laid back party at a friend’s house. I love that it’s comfy, will keep you warm, but still looking in-the-moment with some sparkly accessories. I’ve also been gravitating towards less fussy looks for the holidays. Anyone can throw on a sparkly dress and heels and call it a day, but a little restraint can also be nice.

Coat / Le Tote (similar) // T-shirt / Elizabeth & Clarke // Jeans / Mavi Jeans from StitchFix // Boots / Alfani // Bucket bag / Forever 21 (similar) // Sunnies / Amazon // Necklace / LA find // Bracelet / Le Tote (similar)

If you’re interested in signing up for Le Tote, feel free to use my link here. I do get compensation when you sign up, but I wouldn’t recommend spending money on services and products I didn’t love, so you can know you’re getting your money’s worth.

Photography by Holli Zenko.