The Blazer Craze: Ann Taylor’s Take on Workwear to Streetwear

This fall, there’s one wardrobe staple that can be spotted everywhere from the runway to work meetings to brunch: the blazer.

Ann Taylor combines their classic, tailored aesthetic with an on-trend effortless vibe in the brand’s new blazer styles – ranging from cropped to relaxed and tweed to jacquard.  Pair each topper with trendy tie sleeves, ankle pants, or chic dresses to add a polished touch to any look that transitions effortlessly from A.M. to P.M to weekend.

 

Rare and Vintage: Building a Seasonal Wardrobe With Color Palettes

I’m always excited to shop at the change of every season. There’s something about new merchandise that builds anticipation of months ahead.

One fashion tip that helps me build a solid seasonal wardrobe is purchasing items according to a distinct color palette.

This is significant because it eliminates the issue of having nothing to wear or a closet filled with various items? For example, burgundy toned leggings can coordinate with a burgundy striped plaid shirt.  Or black sweaters coordinate with houndstooth slacks.

 

 

 

Rare and Vintage from Style + Life + Fashion

 

The same applies in terms of outerwear as well.  I generally stick to neutral tone jackets or something that matches items in my wardrobe.  Rarely will you find me buying a neon pink coat due to the lack of neon items in my fall/winter wardrobe.

Certain colors also set the tone for the season.  Pastels look nice in the spring/summer while a beautiful array of warmer shades in the colder season.

PANTONE Fashion Color Report, Fall 2017

 

Kim Kardashian West Wears Billy Johnny Sweats

Kim Kardashian West is wearing the Billy “Johnny Sweats” in grey. The high-waisted sweats feature a drawstring detailing at both waistband and ankle and will be available for purchase in October 2017 at www.billylosangeles.com.

Featured Photo from “Splash News via BILLY”  

BILLY, founded in 2017, is luxury ready-to-wear designed by Holly Jovenall and handcrafted in Los Angeles, California. The brand is rooted in personal narrative and deep craft.

BILLY’s comfortable basics are multi-directional and can be elevated or slouched in. Attention to silhouette brings a casual-elegance, enhanced by hand distressed and hand screened details. Paying homage to visionaries like Yohji Yamamoto and Rick Owens, Jovenall’s designs are foundational but subversive in their proportions and bend simplicity into something entirely new. BILLY favors black-and-white, with colors sourced from the best tones of weathered vintage fabric.

Ann Taylor Launches NEW Collection for Every Day, Every Wear

Looking for a one-stop-shop for work wear to weekend wear and outifts that are just as stylish lounging on the couch as they are out on the town?  Launching this month, Ann Taylor’s new collection Luxewear capsules easy luxurious pieces that combine style and comfort effortlessly – for every day and every wear.

Luxewear’s versatile collection incorporates classic details, luxe fabrics and borrowing elements from activewear.  Now available in-stores and online, the collection is made up of 48 cohesive styles from layering tanks to stirrup pants to structured blazers.

Holidays Around The Corner: Shapeez Undergarments

With the holidays around the corner, it’s the best way to have your cake and eat it too!

Featured Photo from Macys.com

Shapeez not only removes the appearance of back fat, muffin tops, visible bra lines, and belly fat, but it also comes in several designs to fit perfectly under any dress!

Talbots Fall Shopping Party: Local Event

Talbots is hosting a Fall Shopping Party on August 26, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.  The event will happen locally at The Summit Birmingham.

I am excited to share because I received my first merchandising internship at the store!

To get easy styling tips and light refreshments, visit Talbots located at 243 Summit Blvd.

One Tribe Apparel White Peacock Kimono – Global Inspiration

 

It’s almost time to transition our closet for cooler temperatures.  Creating a capsule wardrobe is the best solution to this change.

What is a capsule wardrobe?  It’s classic pieces that can be worn several seasons. The concept is that one can look inside their closet and create multiple outfits with only a few select pieces.

I am an advocate for capsule wardrobes because they make clothing organization easier. One can also dress faster with this type of wardrobe.  There’s no fuss or the age-old question, “what should I wear?”

One Tribe Apparel shipped a beautiful White Peacock Kimono as part of their Boho Kimono Collection.  The company seeks to create clothing for travelers through art and fashion.

I’m incorporating this beautiful Kimono (transitional piece) into my Fall capsule wardrobe. Take a look at the White Peacock Kimono below:

Can also be worn with booties
Can also be worn with jeans