I am straight up trippin over these kicks!!!
They are on sale at UO right now – so of course I made my outfit around them
These shoes call for effortless yet totally cool urban style – with pa ha lenty of gold going on.
I imagined lots of chain and stacked bracelets and pops of color.
Ciao Ciao and Happy Shopping!
Livi, www.thebrightbit.com
i found these slip ons for $5.50 at Forever 21 this weekend….which I of course, then turned around and created a whole outfit out of!
Hope you enjoy.
Ciao Ciao and Happy Shopping – Livi, www.thebrightbit.com
ring – tote - shoes – sweater – trouser
p.s the giveaway winner is……..BONNY!! email me your info: livi@sensiblystyled.com
Sorry for the lack of posts… I was in Utah for a week and just got back last night. Aren’t Emily’s “Mom uniform” posts wonderful? Anyways, I just wanted to drop in real quick and tell you that this coat from Forever 21 is super cute. My friend just got it and I was seriously jealous. (I don’t think this photo does it justice.) I’ll be back regularly next week. Have a great weekend!
Fleece Textured Coat from Forever 21 for $39.80
This weeks DownEast posts: How to wear DownEast Basics Luxe Lace Cami , and Get Keri Russell’s look. Enjoy!
Both of these sweaters are awesome. Multi-Color Stripes Cardigan $13.80, and Melange Drop Shoulder Tunic $14.80.
Also this weeks posts at the DownEast Basics blog:
How to wear the City Girl Dress 3 different ways, and How to get Drew Barrymore’s look!
Hey all your Sensibly Styled-ers!
Did all of your holiday fashion dreams come true? We still have New Years to look fabulous for!
Here’s a couple things I got for Christmas:
- these fab UO glasses. I don’t know how Santa knew I wanted these….I have been secretly looking at these for month.
- also, the sweater i bought for Christmas Day
- and Harajuku Lovers LOVE Perfume!!!!
Also, my sweet and thoughtful husband gave me some beautiful native american jewelry that i LOVE.
I love handcrafted Native American jewelry and Sam found this great site.
I noticed this GORG silver necklace months ago and Sam remembered and got it for me!!!
Here are some New Years Eve Suggestions:
black shrug, glitter tights, blue tights, black leggings, gray shrug
earring 1, earring 2, earring 3, bracelet, necklace
Hey All!! Sorry I have been MIA lately. I have been super sick and have basically only been able to go to work and then come home and pass out. Luckily Natalie has been giving you some sweet posts!
I am working on emails and reader questions – I will probably be able to get to most of them over Christmas break (next week) and after the New Year, but expect cute stuff in the meantime.
As promised, here are my holiday outfits. I chose one fabulous party outfit and then decided I needed something more comfortable, but still pretty for Christmas Day.
Ciao Ciao and Happy Shopping!
Party Outfit:
ring ring sequin top, sequin shrug
Christmas Day Outfit:
Not only do they have awesome sales, there is also free shipping with no minimum order! So, if you want to get your hands on any of those cute maternity dresses, now’s your chance!
Fab Pull-On Jeggings $6.00, Fab Skinny Ankle Jeans $7.00, and Fab Contrast Stitch Skinny Jeans only $7.00.
Okay, I promise I’m not pregnant but I think I might have to buy all three of these dresses so I can look cute when I am! And the best part? They are all only $22.80! WOAH! Check them out at Forever 21 Maternity.
Oh yes, and don’t forget to check out my posts at DownEast by Design! I promise it’s worth the click! (and there is a giveaway to win one of their cardigans!)
HALLOWEEN!! and that means pumpkin spice, spooky decoration, scary movies and trick or treating. Some of my greatest memories are from Halloween (see pics below)
pumpkin sculptures in Tarrytown, upstate New York, circa 2007
And for us SS kinda gals it means another thing to: the hunt for a modest Halloween suit.
Our reader, Becky, said:
I love your blog. I’ve been so frustrated lately trying to find a cute Halloween costume that is modest. Why must all costumes be more appropriate for the bedroom than trick-or-treating with your small children? What are your favorite modest but still cute dress-up options for costume parties?
We might have to ask our readers to help with this one!! What do you all think? I think the best thing to do is find a modest dress or top and bottoms and then go OVER the top with accessories.
I tend to always be men. I have been: Charlie Chaplin, Professor Plum and I am being a certain man this HDay as well. (Will not reveal now…….mwahahaha) {I’ve also been a dead camper and a homeless bum in college. not. cute.}
me as a gypsy, circa 2008
But as women we want to feel pretty at Halloween without feeling uncomfortable and most costumes out there are not. appropriate.
my mother and me next to the Headless Horseman Bridge circa 2007
I think taking a classic costume, like a witch, nerd, period costume, anything (easily made dead with white makeup and red lipstick), diva, hippie, grecian goddess, native american or something, and making it interesting with different accessories and a cute dress would be a good idea. PLAY UP ON THE MAKEUP!
Of course, LEGGINGS and SHRUGS may be required!!
Here are some of my finds. Readers what do you think?
Ciao Ciao and Happy Shopping!
tights, moccasins, blue pumps, wig, cheetah dress, eye lashes
southwest dress, black outfit, glasses, shoes, floral dress (shrug required, obviously)
shirt dress, mustache kit, hand bling, feathered mask, sequin dress
witch hat, skeleton necklace, plus size dark dress, love top, heart sunnies, seashell hair wear
venetian mask, ghost costume, striped dress, fur coat, black bow
Hey guys! I know. I know. Long time no talk. I have been extremely busy lately! (More on that in a week… It’s kinda a secret right now… and I can’t wait to tell you!) So, I apologize for my lack of posts, but I will be posting at least every Friday.
Anyways, I put together what I think is going to be my fall staple look. And I’m thinking that I need to invest in a black pair of skinny jeans pronto. I love the style of looser fitting tops paired with skinny jeans and flats. Every time I see it, I think it’s cute. And I think I need to buy each color of these flats from Target! Maybe you’ve noticed, maybe you haven’t, but I put them in posts all. the. time. (this entire look is only $47!)
Alright, see you here next Friday, and I will then tell you my little secret 
What’s your fall staple look?
This is one of my favorite fall seasons EVER. I love all the Fall trends right now: velvet, animal print, chunky heels, hats, knits, stripes, military, southwest colors, leggings, menswear as womenswear, colorful hosiery, sparkle embellishments, lace, leather, fur on and on!! I have highlighted a WHOLE bunch of my favorites right now:
Ciao Ciao and Happy Shopping!
black dress, green dress, velvet dress
plaid shirt, striped dress, red dress
military vest, military tee, plus embellished dress, southwest sweater, bow belt
fur collared coat, gray leggings, animal print purse, black plus leggings
gray poncho, blue fleece jacket, mustard knit
yellow knit, leather bag, black dress
maternity leopard top, mng slacks, mng menswear top
black plus embellished dress, purple knit, black plus embellished vest
plus fur vest, embellished shoes, cardigan, plus cardigan
lace top, green trousers, striped tee
fur vest, hat, black shoes, colored socks, ring, tights, earrings, fur hat
Our reader, Audrey said this:
Audrey: I had a lot of fun looking around and trying to imagine what I would want to wear right now if I was 14. I loved being 14, I thought I was so old and I had so much fun.
However, I would have liked to have SS to help me out with my wardrobe then!
I tried to find things that were on a teenage budget and trendy. The first place I went for your clothes was Old Navy. Their clothes fit liberally, they have a lot of sizes and you can pick regular, petite or tall for your items so I thought that would help with your “long leg syndrome”. Also, longer shirts are in right now, you just have to kind of look around. ON has a ton but also try hunting online at Forever 21, Wet Seal, Macy’s and American Apparel just to name a few.
I picked this cute and bright blue top I thought would be fab on a 14 year old in high school, and the jewelry I picked is super cheap and adorable! I thought it would be awesome to stack the bracelets and then add a watch or something. Don’t forget your scarf! I think a bright scarf is fashionable and brightens up one’s face. Lastly, I found a unique and darling shoe at target that I thought would look wonderful with your skinny jean.
Hope you enjoy your selection!
Ciao Ciao! Happy Shopping.
earrings, plaid top, elephant necklace, jeans, circle scarf, shoe, bracelets, handbag
Camel is so in for fall.
From Left to Right:
Cardigan, Lace Dress, Trousers, Top, Pants, Top, Scarf, Faux Fur Vest, Top, Top, Maxi Dress, Tote, Bootie
i love accessories.
(forgive the shaky iphone shot, the serious need for a manicure and the awkward hand pose)
This is an actual shot of what i actually wear on my hands every day. My point: accessories can be fun, useful and add color and intrigue to any outfit.
Now I realize that not everyone is as hard core about the types and amounts of accessories as I am but that doesn’t mean that accessories aren’t for you!
I think extras for an outfit are all about trying something different and transforming a look. Yes, I wear tons of jewelry most days but I also try and change it up.
For instance:
If you always wear big earrings, try little ones or vice versa. No jewelry? Try a necklace one day. Too much jewelry? (cough, cough) try tapering it down once in a while.
Of course, accessories aren’t just about jewelry. Scarves, hats, bags and so much more are all part of it as well. It’s all about the style and personality of the person!
And like I always say, Go Big or Go Home!!
My favorite accessories of the moment:
petal necklace, rainbow headband, chain and fabric necklush, two finger black ring, fabric bracelet, gold bangles
Okay, so I know this is more of a fall look than a summer look… but I’m just so excited about Forever 21′s maternity line that I wanted to put together a look. However, I must say that the girl pictured in the skinny jeans must not be pregnant! She is too skinny! (maybe I’m just being jealous)
No joke. Forever 21 now has a maternity line- Love 21. And I am pumped about it. What’s better than cheap maternity clothes? I think it’s genius because I personally would like to buy some trendy things for my pregnant belly (no I’m not pregnant right now) and not have to save them for the next pregnancy if they go out of style. Absolutely genius. I hope they get lots of stuff in!!! What do you think?
So… I went to Forever 21 the other day… so I thought I would post some of my favorite finds.
Striped Tee, Pink Top (this was unfortunately not at the store!), Cream Top, Draped Top, Blue Top (I bought this top, I’m thinking it will look best tucked into a high waisted skirt…)
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Memorial Day Sale at CharlotteRusse.com: Buy one, get one 50% off tops, denim crops & shorts, dresses & swim. Plus, footwear is BOGO $10! (Through July 2nd) AND…
Buy one, get one FREE Favorite Tees through Wednesday, 6/2 at CharlotteRusse.com
So… for our 3 year anniversary we just went out to eat at a place downtown called Root Down. And let me tell you… it was delicious! Then when we got home I made Zach watch Dear John with me and there were two rules: no complaining, and act like you like it! And surprisingly he followed them! ahha I of course forgot my camera so this is a picture we took after dinner. Like Zach’s outfit? Maybe I can get him to put a post up about where to find his clothes… oh wait. I know, it would go like this: Goodwill, Crocs. That’s what my husband wears, and I love it. Anyways, if you care, here are the links to my outfit.
p.s. this is the haircut I gave myself. And after I cut my hair, Zach decided to shave his own head (first buzz cut of our marriage). We are cool like that.
Alright, so today I thought I would share some of my favorite finds for shorts and capris!
Dark wash shorts, Dark wash cropped pants, Striped cropped pants, second row: Medium wash shorts, Dark wash shorts (the only knee length shorts on Forever 21′s website… thank goodness they are cute!), Gray cropped pants.
I think that turquoise is one of those great colors that is so likable that it’s hard to overdose on turquoise. Is there anyone out there who doesn’t like turquoise? What’s not to like? It’s cheerful and bright, it’s just perfect for summer, and I bet it’s a color that flatters just about everyone.
I’m a little obsessed with the belt and necklaces here, as well as that floral tee. I don’t know how those gathered sleeves would look on me, but I think I’m going to give it a shot. It reminds me (in a good way) of a top I would have worn in the fourth grade. Sometimes this 80′s trend happening right now can get a little ugly, like a redo of the worst the 80′s had to offer. But I can appreciate some of the good that the 80′s brought us, namely a bright floral print. Remember bodysuits? I can distinctly remember wearing floral bodysuits with ruffled skirts in elementary school.
How about you? Are you on board with the 80′s? And am I guessing correctly, is turquoise a universally loved color?
striped tee, cardigan, beaded belt, ring, necklace, shirt, swimsuit, floral tee, swim wrap, skirt, necklace, tankini top, bikini bottom, swimsuit, earrings, skirt
Alright ladies! Today we had Livi guest post what she thought would be a great outfit to wear to a picnic! Check out Livi’s blog for some more awesomeness!
Top (Plus size), Pants (Plus size), Vest (Plus size), Shoes, Necklace, Headband, Scarf, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet, Nail Polish, Lipstick, Sunscreen!
This outfit would be perfect for a picnic in a city park or a country meadow. I prefer jeans to skirts and thats easier to picnic in anyway!
The vest is perfect to cover up and slim. I’m all about the layering, its so convenient to pull something out of your purse when it gets cold or put something back in.
The key to this outfit is the accessories: they can be a symphony of organization if done right. Go Big or Go Home I say. If its a little much for you, pick and choose.
Don’t be scared by the two finger ring either, they’re all the rage right now. My good friend just sent me this ring and I keep it on a chain. It can be worn either way.
My friends will all be surprised that I chose such small earrings but with so much going on, they would be the perfect thing. And of course, above all, a scarf.
If I had to pick one accessory to take with me for the rest of my life it would be a scarf. Its possibilities are endless and it can be removed if needed. The model on target.com is totally wearing it wrong, (I would wrap it in a v shape bandanna style around my neck.) The red of this scarf would look perfect against the dark denim and stripes.
Don’t forget your lipstick: Sephora Brand Lip Attitude. I live by it.
And since you’re not wearing a hat, don’t forget the sunscreen!!! I like Bare Escentuals sun screen powder that can go right over face makeup.
Have fun! -Livi
Top, Jeans, Bracelet, Headband, Shoes.
Hey ladies! I don’t know about you, but I am super excited to have some fun picnics this summer! I am a plain jane when it comes to clothes, I’ve decided. But here’s my outfit! Enjoy! -Natalie
I love picnics, and my little ones are getting to the perfect age for picnics. One of the reasons why I love picnics is that I love picnic quilts! I love quilts of all types and although I don’t think I’m super-skilled enough or prolific enough to call myself a “quilter”, I’m someone who quilts and marvels at handmade treasures. Did you know that on ebay there are hundreds of finished quilt tops just waiting to be purchased and made into a perfect summer picnic quilt? I’m talking handsewn here people! Check it out, search any combination of the words: quilt top, vintage, antique, handsewn, etc. and find yourself a treasure.
-Emily
top, pants, sandals, necklace (I love this etsy shop!)
quilts (top, middle, bottom)
navy top-plus size, pink top, (perfect for hiding a small baby bump!) mint top, t-shirt, purple top, white and yellow top. Everything minus the yellow and white top are under $25!
I realized that lately I have been posting a lot of ridiculously expensive items in my Tuesday posts. So, today is different. There isn’t one item in this outfit that is more than $44! Yay for affordable clothing. I really wanted a scarf with this outfit, however this one looks a little off. Maybe a different shade of purple would do it? I also think Yellow would be cute. Anyways, enjoy!
-Natalie
Purple Scarf, Striped t-shirt, Toms Shoes, Denim Leggings, White Bag.
I wanted to pick an outfit that would be comfortable and easy to take on and off while you’re trying things on. I also wanted something cute so that you could feel put together enough to stop by the Cheesecake Factory or something for dinner. I recently had the Santa Fe salad and the Key Lime cheesecake and I wholeheartedly recommend both. Hope you have a girls’ shopping day in your near future!
-Emily
This top is fun!!
At Forever 21 for $17.80.
I think that I must buy this top! It is so cute!!!
At Forever 21 for $15.80.
Last Saturday I went out to eat with Melanie of You Are My Fave, Lindsay of Happy Endings, Lashley of ilashley and Kelly. It was a lot of fun! Maybe I’ll see you there next time!
Okay, I know it’s not Spring yet… but these are a few things I couldn’t help but post anyways!
He Loves Me Dress , $34.99 @ DownEast Basics
Fab Chiffon Flower Bobby Pins, $1.50 @ Forever 21
Perfect Fit Cascade Tee, $29.50 @ JCrew
Frosted Flowers Cardigan, $34.99 @ DownEast Basics
Floral Fixation Headband, $2.50 @ Forever 21
Scalloped Leaflet Cardigan, $19.80 @ Forever 21
Fergie ‘Kappa’ Sandal, $69.95 @ Nordstrom
Still Life Skirt, $29.99 @ DownEast Basics
Another cardigan. This one costs a little bit more but I think it’s worth it. This pretty pattern would look so stinkin cute with a pink ruffly tank underneath! I love it!
At Forever 21 for $19.90.
It’s nice to own a few cardigan’s to layer over tank tops and t-shirts. I love this royal blue color and holy cow it is only…
$8.90 at forever 21! That is a steal!
This might be cute for a Valentine’s dinner. Maybe with some super cute jeans and a pink hair accessory? But what about shoes? Any ideas?
At Forever 21 for $19.80.
Okay, so this outfit is SO cute! I was in WA last week and Ashley and I went to a wedding and this is what she wore! I was about to die because of how cute it was. Her outfit was with a dress just like this one, but with a denim colored skirt to it, and white button up underneath and a green cardigan, cowboy boots, and a headband in her hair. It was adorable. Anyways, the link to this dress was sent to me by Jessica, and I thought that I should show you how cute it could be! (oh yeah and it was even cuter on Ashley because she is 6 months pregnant… oh man that girl knows how to dress!)
Regina Chambray Dress at Delias for $39.50, 36 inches long.
Pintucked Flannel Shirt at Forever 21 for $17.80
Cropped Cardigan at Charlotte Russe for $18.99
With these boots.
