If this isn’t the cutest sweater I’ve ever seen… I don’t know what is! I need to find it in my size!
At Old Navy for $39.50
Doesn’t this sweater look so comfy and cozy?
At Gap for $78.00
p.s. we got over a foot of snow between Wednesday and Thursday here in Denver… hence all the wintry posts!
I LOVE hoodies! And this one is super cute! (usually at Aeropostale you can’t find anything without their logo, or name on it… and this one looks free of that junk… wahoo!)
At Aeropostale on sale for $14.99
Love this sweater! Same print as the skirt below but in blue… so cute. (And look how freaking awesome her hair is too!)
At Fossil for $64.00
This coat is SO cute! And the neckline makes it perfect to wear a scarf with!
At DownEast Basics for $39.99
Love this sweater vest! It looks so comfy! Paired with some skinny jeans and Uggs… I think this would be my favorite thing to wear!
Cable Sweater Vest at Alloy for $29.90
We get a lot of emails asking us for ideas on how to cover up an early stage pregnancy… well ladies, I think this sweater would be perfect!
At Forever 21 for $24.80.
I bought this the other day and really really like it!!!! I think it will be fun to wear over different solid colors.
Find it at Forever 21 for $19.80.
I LOVE this sweater! And I love when I haven’t looked at Charlotte Russe for a while because there is always awesome stuff! And it is SO affordable! YAY!
Pointelle Swing Sweater at Charlotte Russe for $26.99
Never in my life did I think I would be caught in a poncho… however, I think this one is so cute!
Solid Sweater Poncho at Charlotte Russe for $26.99
My husband and I are taking an anniversary (lucky 13) trip to Maui in a few weeks. We will be hiking, chilling on the beaches, going to great dinners, etc. I would love a few outfits that would look great for our different activities. This time of year makes finding warm weather clothes especially challenging. Any ideas you have would be great.
Thanks,
Julie
Hello! I am loving your blog and was hoping you could help me. My name is Lynette W. and I live in West Virginia. My dh and I are celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary with a fall trip to Maine. Our last couple only trip was 10 years ago, so this is a very special trip for us. We will be doing everything from a windy boat cruise, to hiking along rocky shorelines, to eating in nice restaurants. We are also going to be Bed and Breakfast hopping, so I want to pack light, if I can. And I want to look, well, you know, HOT! Can you help me find some interchangeable pieces that will help me do that? Pretty please?
Thank you!
Hello Ladies! How exciting! Both of you are soon going to be celebrating your anniversaries with a much deserved vacation! I put together the most basic things needed for a vacation. (In my opinion at least) I always pack at least one of each: pants, capris, shorts. That way I can have some variety and can choose depending on weather. One great thing about taking summer trips in fall… everything is on sale! I found you guys some awesome sale items at Jcrew that will be perfect for the beach, and walking along the rocky shoreline! Super cute swimsuits matched with a super cute cover up or linen pants and a cute tank are perfect for the sand! Also, Lynette, when it is windy you can pair your linen pants with a tee and a sweater. (Oh gosh, this makes me want to take a trip out to the Oregon Coast ASAP!) These sandals from Ocean Minded, make we want to die… I think they are SO cute! Enjoy your trips and congratulations on your anniversaries!
And for a night out on the town… our reader Catherine S. sent me a style board that she made for her 5th anniversary… Thanks Catherine! It came right in time for this anniversary post! If you would like to see where to purchase these items, please visit Catherine’s blog! THANKS!!!
Links to top outfit:
Perfect Boot Jeans at Gap for $69.50
Classic Capris at Gap on sale for $9.99
Hip Slung Bermuda Shorts at Gap on sale for $9.99
Solid shirred bandeau tank on sale at Jcrew for $49.99
Solid Ruffle Tank on sale at Jcrew for $49.99
Lightweight Gauze Ruffle Cover-up Dress on sale at Jcrew for $24.99
Linen Getaway Pant on sale at Jcrew for $29.99 (Perfect name!)
Women’s Striped Toggle-Front Sweater Coat At Old Navy for $44.50
Women’s Fleece Zip Hoodie at Old Navy for $15.00
Women’s Button-Front Drop-Waist Tops at Old Navy for $14.50
La Jolla sandals from Ocean Minded for $30.00
We have gotten A LOT of emails from stay at home moms who feel frumpy and need something to dress up their look. Well ladies… here it is! Like Emily mentioned in her post ‘My Uniform‘ there are things you wear in the house that aren’t necessarily super cute, however, adding something really quickly can make your ‘house look’ into a ‘out and about look’. So… for me, I wear a ton of t-shirts and jeans… I mean a ton like, everyday! I think picking up a couple vests that I like would be super helpful on days where I need to run to the store but don’t want to change my outfit.
Crochet Striped Vest at Charlotte Russe for $22.99 (kinda has a crazy back…) Alanis Tipped Sweater on sale at Delias for $19.99, Brown Double Breasted Vest at Ruche for $27.99 (I LOVE this one!), Stitch Back Drape Vest at Wet Seal for $16.50, Solid Knit Vest at Wet Seal for $17.50.
What do you think?
Top photo via Who What Wear
Francesca Tank on sale for $14.99
Janie Crochet Cardigan on sale for $14.99
Jolene Rhinestone Cardigan on sale for $9.99
Andrea Ruffle Shirt on sale for $9.99
My friend Jessica is pretty freakin’ rad. She just sent me all these links! I LOVE IT! Thanks Jess!
Oh AND…Shop new arrivals at dELiA*s and receive Free Shipping on orders over $25! Use code DXLAFF. Offer ends 9.24.09. SWEET!
Our reader Janessa asked: “Any ideas where this cute jacket might have come from (or a more affordable copy)?”
Well Janessa, I don’t have any idea where Gabrielle Union’s jacket came from, but I finally found something that I think is similar… this white Jacket from Anthropologie on sale for $49.95 has a lot of the same cuts and angles and is super cute!
Our reader Debye C. just sent me the links for this super cute outfit she just bought. Thanks Debye!
Powder Gray Ruffle Tank at Ruche for $22.99
Sweet Granola Cardigan at Ruche for $29.99
Beige Lino Cuts A Line Skirt at Ruche for $32.99, 24 inches long.
Hello ladies! I had two emails in my inbox highly recommending this sale! I looked around for a minute and agree that you should take a minute to look around.
I bought all of these for under $30! (Including shipping!!!)
email 1:
check out the insane sale going on at tulle4us.com
I’m sure your readers would appreciate a heads up.
email 2:
Our reader Beth T. wrote:
Beth, I love this dress and how bright and cheerful it is! For day use I would wear the belt around the waist without the cardigan. And for the evening I would add the cardigan and the belt over the cardigan. Hope you have a blast!
peace.natalie
Sateen Floral Dress at Barrie Pace on sale for $99.00 (Thanks for the tip on Barrie Pace Whitney!)
Verla Peep-Toe Ballet Flats at Target for $24.99
Adi D Leather Belt with Floral Buckle at Target for $21.99
Cropped Cardigan at Charlotte Russe for $18.99
Hi Beth! I found a few dresses that would work and would be easy to accessorize with black shoes and accessories (I particularly love the dress that looks like a top and skirt – it’s the comfort of a dress with the chicness of the blouse/skirt combo!) The first dress would look great with a cardigan for the evening, and I would put a wrap with the black dress.
But, then I saw the blue floral dress on Charlotte Russe and fell in love with it. Unless you’re petite and/or have a supershort torso, then this dress will be too short so I put a white eyelet slip underneath from Vintage Hem and a J.Crew cardigan on top. I love white in the summertime, and I love how this look is fun and flirty, and would be crazy comfortable. The shoes may not be comfortable for when you’re having fun out on the town, so stash a pair of cute flats in your bag for that. Have a great night, it sounds like so much fun! Love, Emily
Cap-sleeve Belted Shift Dress, JCPenney, $19.99 (yes, you read that right, under 20 bucks!)
Black Plaid Dress, JCPenney, $49.99
Floral Dress, Charlotte Russe, $26.99
Eyelet Tower Slip, Vintage Hem, $36.00
Georgia Cardigan, J.Crew, $29.99
Striped Espadrille, Endless.com, $65.95
Have some tank tops that you need a little jacket for? Well… this is SO cute… and I think if you need a jacket, you need THIS jacket!
At Wet Seal on sale for $14.99. (also available in red… and only M and L left!)
Hi ladies! I LOVE your site…so many great ideas, and awesome advice for those of us trying to look good.
One issue I almost always have is that layers tend to slide off around my boobs, exposing my bra strap, etc. That’s obviously not the look I’m going for! If I get my layers in a larger size, I lose any shape I had. Do I need to just stick with tshirts underneath, (and if so, can you suggest some?) or do you know some magic solution with safety pins that can save me?
Thanks for any help. Keep up the amazing site!
Brittney (Below… pictures sent in by Brittney. Below that… our solution)
Brittney! I’m so glad you wrote us this email. I totally have the same problem. An easy fix to the problem is buying “sleeveless” tops instead of “tank” tops. The three tops that I am showing here are all slightly different, but all of them will keep your bra straps covered! The only way anyone will see anything is if your top layer totally falls off one of your shoulders. So… ditch the tank tops… and get some sleeveless blouses to wear for your layering outfits! I hope this helps! Also, if you are looking for simple tees to wear underneath, I would check out DownEast’s Wonder Tee, and Shade’s Classic Cap Sleeve.
Peace. Natalie
Ruffle Blouse at Charlotte Russe for $16.99
Crochet Satin Tank at Charlott Russe for $19.99
Striped Tie Top at Charlotte Russe for $16.99
Here’s an email from our reader Michelle:
Hi ladies,
“I am a big fan; you are all very talented and tasteful. I am currently a professional and will graduate college in December with my accounting degree. I will be interviewing over the next six months and I want to look amazing. I am 5 foot 8 inches and a size 12-14. Can you please help me with a few outfits that could really dazzle anyone? I really do not have a big budget, but can splurge on a seldom must have. Also, if it is not too much trouble to ask, a few casual outfits as well that I could wear to my current job or out. I currently work in a casual office, jeans are fine.”
Thanks so much! Michelle
Hi Michelle! Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! That’s exciting, and definitely something to celebrate with some fun clothes. I found on InStyle.com an article that talks about dressing for interviews, and they gave some great advice (I especially like the advice about luxe-looking shoes). Check out the feature here, and enjoy the pieces we found for you. For casual outfits, check through our archives for great blouse/trouser jeans combos. Good luck with your interviews!
Love, Emily
Petal Tee, Ann Taylor Loft, $34.50
Ruched Sleeve Cardigan, Ann Taylor Loft, $39.50
Mary-Jane Pumps, Nordstrom,$62.90
Black Pencil Skirt, Ann Taylor Loft, $39.99
Peep-Toe Pumps, Nordstrom, $52.90
Black Pleated Neck Dress, Nordstrom, $78.90
From our reader Katie G.
Alright, my friend Alisa just emailed you and asked for help with an outfit for her 10 year reunion. I’m in the same boat, can’t figure out what to wear. After seeing those great outfits I thought I’d contact you ladies. I’ll be going with Alisa so I’ve got to look just as good as her 
I’m thinking dark trouser jeans (I’ve got a pair from Banana Republic) but don’t know what else to wear. PLEASE HELP!!!
Hi Katie! Alright, I’ve made two outfits for you… the one on the left is less expensive, but super cute. And the one on the right, I wasn’t being price conscious at all! (I know, there are still sale items, but I don’t think I can really not be price conscious at all!) I couldn’t find any trouser jeans at Banana Republic or I would have put those in here! Both outfits can definitely be worn with heels. But I don’t know if any one has noticed… if it’s not specified, I always go with flats. I love flats! Have fun at your reunion and you and Alisa are going to look amazing! You should definitely send us a picture afterward!
Peace, Natalie
Outfit on the Left:
V-neck Cardigan at Alloy on sale for $9.99
Charleston Trouser Twill at Alloy on sale for $19.99
Ruffle Blouse at Charlotte Russe for $16.99
Clevverr from Steve Madden on sale for $24.98
Motif from Steve Madden on sale for $29.95
Brass Cuff at Alloy for $14.90
Cicley Earring at Alloy for $12.90
Outfit on the Right:
Rinse Flare Jean at Calvin Klein on sale for $59.99
Tuxedo-front Solid Cotton Cami at JCrew on sale for $49.99
Cotton Cadeau Cardigan at JCrew on sale for $79.99
Crunchh from Steve Madden on sale for $29.98
Butterfly Floral Filigree Earrings at Charlotte Russe for $4.00
Filigree Rhinestone Bracelet at Charlotte Russe for $4.00
Hi there-
I love your ensembles and am looking for “Back to School” attire for ME as I am a teacher. I teach 10 year olds, so I don’t need crawl-on-the-floor friendly pieces. I find a lot of appropriate dresses and skirts, but have a hard time completing my looks with pants. I can wear denim trousers or jeans once a week, but need some cute alternatives. Also, comfy but fashionable shoes are a must. I’m on my feet all day. I don’t want to look like a “teacher” or like a college kid. I just want to look fabulous-please help!
Natalie’s Outfit (for Natalie…):
Alright Natalie, I have a lot of stuff for you here! All of the tanks are meant to go under the cardigans below. I wanted to put a white tank on there… but it wouldn’t show up so that is where the peach tank comes in. (Imagine it white) I love mixing cardigans with tanks because it allows you to use more colors. Also I love when shoes can add a pop of color to your outfit. Those red shoes are awesome and would look good with ANY of those cardigans. I am also showing you three pairs of slacks. None of which are jeans (obviously) but I think throwing a nice pair of slacks into the mix is nice too. However, any of these tops will pair great with trouser jeans.
Stretch Wool Bootcut Pants at Calvin Klein on sale for $49.00
Wide Waistband Pants at Calvin Klein on sale for $34.00
Classiques Entier® ‘Phantom Mélange’ Pants at Nordstrom on sale for $99.90
Classiques Entier® ‘Bella Lana’ Open Front Cardigan at Nordstrom on sale for $89.90
Susina® Raised Seam Cardigan (Juniors) at Nordstrom on sale for $28.90
Plenty by Tracy Reese Appliqué Cardigan at Nordstrom for $174.00
Toni Crochet Yoke Tank at Delias on sale for $22.50
Scattered Petals Tank at JCrew for $88.00
Textured Ruffle Blouse from Charlotte Russe now on sale for $8.99!
Tama from Steve Madden for $69.95
Me Too ‘Limit’ Ruffle Ballet Flat at Nordstrom on sale for $59.90
Jessica Simpson ‘Edison’ Flat at Nordstrom for $68.95
Emily’s outfits for Natalie: 
Hi Natalie! I’ve worked as a reading teacher at an elementary school before, so I know a little bit about how it is to wake up and have about 30 minutes to get yourself pulled together for a day on your feet. Comfort is KEY! My best advice is to buy the most comfortable slacks you can find (which for me are usually wide leg trousers), easy tops that you won’t have to fuss with, simple skirts, and comfortable dresses. I would keep your clothes in simple colors so you can mix and match tops with your skirts and slacks, but use accessories to liven up your outfits. Jewelry at Forever 21 or Charlotte Russe is so inexpensive and right on trend. And, of course, a belt and/or a scarf is always a simple way to add interest and style. Lastly, the shoes that I picked for you are both Born shoes. I bought my first pair of red Born Mary-Jane flats in 2002 and then just replaced them with a new pair a few months ago. I’d say seven years of wearing them everywhere is getting my money’s worth! They are so comfortable and you’ll find yourself wearing them all the time. I wear my red flats with everything! And I would definitely invest in the boots for the days when you want to wear a skirt but you don’t want to shave your legs. For that purpose alone, I’d say they’re worth it. Have a great school year! clockwise from top left:
Khakis, Old Navy, $12.99-19.00 (a simple pair of slacks in tons of fun colors)
Trousers, Anthropologie, $118.00 (click the link to see the back of these super-cute trousers. I love them!)
Pencil Skirt, Banana Republic, $59.50
Denim Pencil Skirt, Gap, $54.50
Red Dress, Shabby Apple, $62.00
Gray Jersey Dress, Old Navy, $24.50
Faux-Wrap Dress, Shabby Apple, $55.00
Pintuck Collared Dress, Shabby Apple, $78.00
Patterned Scarf, Fossil, $17.99
Fashion Belts (in red or gold), Old Navy, $14.50
Chiffon Blouse, Forever 21, $11.50
Ruffled Top, Forever 21, $17.80
Red Mary-Janes, Zappos, $98.95
Black Boots, Born, $170.00
Ashley’s Outfit:
Everything on here can be mixed and matched! The tops can be worn alone or with the belt, or better yet with the cardigan and the belt! The Chandelier earrings and ring will coordinate well with everything. Chandelier earrings are great because they instantly dress up any outfit, and they add a lot of style! Have fun shopping!!!
Love, Ashley
Banded Cardigan at Mod Bod for $38.95.
Pencil Skirt at Mod Bod for $44.95.
Colored Denim Pencil Skirt at Gap for $54.50.
215 Martin Classic Grey Trouser Pant at Banana Republic for $98.00.
Dahlia Floral Chiffon Top at Forever 21 for $17.80.
Solid Ruffle Top on sale at Aeropostale for $19.99.
AK Ann Klein Flats on sale at Piperlime for $69.99.
BCBGIRLS Flats at Piperlime for $79.00
Stud Quad Braid Wide Belt at Forever 21 for $8.80.
Wrapped Faux Pearl Ring at Forever 21 for $4.80.
Filigree Chandelier Earrings at Charlotte Russe for $4.00. (Free Shipping!)
Here’s an email from our reader Emily (I swear it’s not from me Emily, although I would love to see Wicked):
“Next month I’m going to see Wicked for my birthday. I’m so excited and I would like to get something new (I’ll take any excuse to buy a new outfit)! Wicked is well known for it’s bright green color and with that being my favorite color I would love to find a cute green dress or something else to wear. Any ideas?”
Okay, Emily, when I first saw this email I was like, “what? How am I going to find a cute green dress?” But actually, this has been my favorite outfit to put together so far. Having the specific constraint of a green dress made it pretty easy to narrow things down. I’ve got a couple options for you, and then, just because I can, I’ll throw in my vote.
options 1 and 2:
1. Leading Lady Dress, DownEast Basics, $29.99 (very comfortable, very cute, and a perfect addition to your wardrobe. This is definitely something you’ll be able to wear often.)
2. Dressy Jersey Cinched Dress, J.Crew, $78.00 (so pretty, I love the waist and tie. You’ll need to wear something underneath, and a classic tee from DownEast is always a great option, as would be a camisole underneath with a cardigan on top.
shoes: Steve Madden Passta Platform, $62.82 or Steve Madden Witney T-strap Slingback, $99.95 (both styles are from Endless.com. I couldn’t decide, so I just showed both options. Sometimes it’s hard to make a decision when I’m play shopping for someone else.)
necklace: Mirrored Disk Necklace, Charlotte Russe, $6.99 (looks pretty darn close to the expensive one the J.Crew girl is wearing. I’d buy a few and layer them at different lengths.)
options 3 and 4:
3. Pleated Cowl Neck Dress, Nordstrom, $91.90 (I love the cute stand-up cowl neck and the 60′s mod-ish detail in the back. So cute.) Put it with these great patterned heels from Endless.com for $45.73. Top off the look with this fantastic head piece. I remember putting this etsy.com seller in my favorites a while back, then I saw that Anthropologie had picked up her Fascinator piece. They don’t carry it any longer, but I was excited to see someone’s handmade company doing well. You’ll look hip and stylish and I think it will add to the fun and fancy of the night. For accessories I would just add a fun cocktail ring, and you’re all set!
4. Lastly, my favorite look, Caranday Dress, Anthropologie, $178.00 (this dress would just be so much fun for a special night out. It’s 35.5″ long, so it might be a little short. Even if it’s not, I’ve put with it a slip from Vintage Hem. It’s the Effie’s Dessert style in vanilla, for $60.00). Then the cardigan to wear over it is from J.Crew for $49.99. The necklace ($38.00) and earrings ($18.00) are both from Anthropologie. To finish it off, you have three shoe choices. The Slingback ($43.42), the Peep-Toe Slingback ($49.76), or my pick, the Espadrille ($79.95).
You’ve got a very hard and very fun decision ahead of you. Options one and two are more casual and less expensive. But you did say this was a special occasion worthy of spending a little money…so…options three and four are a little less casual, more festive, and…more expensive.
Have a great birthday Emily, and I hope you enjoy the show!
Love, Emily
This scarf is super cute!
Cute sweater for fall through winter!
This coat is ADORABLE!
I really like the big buttons!
This looks like the perfect sweater for fall!
I’m loving this sweater. I really want it!!!
A Cardigan with a vintage flair.
I love a cute cardigan. This one is hard to resist!
If only I had all the money in the world…
Okay, seriously… this is SO cute!
