Showing posts with label Winter White. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Winter White. Show all posts

September 4, 2014

3 WAYS TO WEAR YOUR WHITE JEANS AFTER LABOR DAY

Do any of you still follow that silly rule about no white jeans after Labor Day? If you do, it's time you stopped. My white jeans are one of my most comfortable and versatile pairs of pants in my closet, so there's no way I'm putting them away for the next nine months until summer rolls around again. 

The key to wearing your white jeans after Labor Day is wearing them so they are Fall and Winter appropriate, so it makes sense to be wearing them (the same applies to any light colored pants). Here's a few tips to wearing them well all Fall and Winter: 



1. Layer, Layer, Layer

During the summer, a lightweight tee or tank is perfect with your white jeans. So during the Fall and Winter, try the opposite and throw on a bunch of layers. A jacket, scarves, boots, socks -- they're all good choices that will instantly make your jeans feel cool-weather appropriate.




old navy jacket, c/o (on sale!)
dittos jeans, c/o (available here)

2. Classic Black and White

Adding accents of black with white jeans instantly gives your jeans less of a summery look. Since it's still scorching hot during September here in Southern California, I went with black ankle boots, a white blouse, and a black bag, but as it cools down they'll be perfect with a black leather jacket, winter coat, or sweater!





j.crew blouse (similar)
dittos jeans, c/o (available here)

3. Contrast

Keep those jeans from feeling summery by pairing them with pieces that are super winter-y -- a cable knit pullover sweater, over the knee boots, or a knitted beanie with a pom-pom are all good examples. Here I paired mine with a wool poncho and ankle boots for a cozy feel that would be perfectly appropriate for cold weather! 





nordstrom sweater (no longer available -- similar here)
dittos jeans, c/o (available here)



PHOTOGRAPHY BY SARA WALK

March 18, 2014

2 WAYS TO WEAR NEUTRALS FOR SPRING

In case you've missed the memo, neutrals are huge for spring. Typically all the bright or pastel colors are coming out, but this year the runways have been filled with creams, blushes, and golds. At first I was unsure about it, since I love colorful springs, but the more I've seen it, the more I've fallen in love with such simple and subdued color palettes. It just feels so fresh.

Head to toe neutrals can be difficult to style without your outfit falling flat, so I created a couple of outfits with some pieces from Johnston and Murphy's new spring line to show you some tips for rocking the neutral trend this spring (you can also see them over at the StyleList gallery)!


Tip #1. 
Try variations in the same color family. 

Rather than going with all white, or all blush, or all gold, try a little bit of each. Here I paired a speckled oatmeal sweater with white jeans, rose gold flats, a gold statement necklace, and a blush colored bag. All of the hues are similar, but different enough to create visual interest. 






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sweater: c/o lulu*s
jeans: h&m (similar)
flats: c/o johnston & murphy
bag: c/o lulu*s
necklace: c/o inpink 
sunglasses: target (similar)

Tip #2.
Play with subtle textures and patterns.

Subtle stripes, polka dots, lace, bows, fur, sequins....they are all fair game here. In fact, the more texture and pattern you add, the better that neutral outfit will be. I paired my gray and white striped jacket with a lace top, which creates some great subtle pattern and texture, and wore them with a light wash pair of denim (with some distressing for extra texture)!  Then threw on a pair of wedges with floppy bow laces for the finishing touch. 




photos by abinante photography 
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jacket: c/o johnston murphy
top: c/o golden tote
necklace: c/o inpink
jeans: gap
wedges: c/o johnston murphy
bag: c/o lulu*s
sunglasses: c/o lulu*s

Will you be rocking the neutral trend this spring??



This is a collaboration between Johnston & Murphy and the AOL Lifestyle Contributor Network. Compensation was provided by Johnston & Murphy via AOL Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Johnston & Murphy.

March 11, 2014

PIN IT TO WIN IT FOR SPRING!








 Since we're in the midst of a drought over here in Southern California, it's been much hotter this spring than normal. Although we're certainly praying for rain, the extra sunshine has been amazing and I've spent many mornings sitting out in the backyard with bare legs and arms, soaking up some sun while my boys play. Heavenly, I tell you.

We don't have air conditioning in our house, so we've thrown all the windows open and the sun and fresh air flutters in all day, giving me a major spring cleaning and closet overhaul itch. I've loved pulling my lightweight and colorful pieces for spring out of storage (and picking up a few new pretty things), and getting my closet ready for the warm months. This floral, white denim, and colorful pump outfit seemed like a perfect outfit to usher in spring.

And speaking of ushering in Spring, I've teamed up with White Plum for a fantastic SPRING GIVEAWAY so you can prep your closet for spring too! We're doing it Pin It To Win It style, and there will be THREE LUCKY WINNERS (1st wins $175 to White Plum, 2nd wins $50 to White Plum, and 3rd wins a pair of White Plum's palazzo pants!)

Go here to see all the giveaway details and to find out how to enter! Good luck, and happy pinning!

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top: c/o white plum
jeans: similar
shoes: c/o lulu*s
bag: c/o lily jade

February 4, 2014

RAIDING MY SISTERS CLOSET: WINTER WHITES (ALT SUMMIT - DAY 2)


Although I'd never been opposed to white jeans after Labor Day, I had never thought to wear them during the dead of winter until the term "Winter Whites" suddenly came onto my radar last year. Obviously there is no snow here in SoCal, but I wore this on the second day of Alt Summit in Salt Lake (where it really was the dead of winter), and loved the juxtaposition of all white and gray against a cold frozen city. Sadly I didn't get photos there, but I took these when it was about 40 degrees and on the verge of rain, and that's practically the same thing, right? 

Anyway, my sisters and I are each sharing a winter white look today. White jeans and either a light gray or cream sweater are an easy and very wearable combination. It makes a statement without making you feel like you're wearing summer clothes in the winter. Add a pair of boots and a coat (either neutral, dark, or bright -- any of them would work!) and you're outfit is complete. 

What do you think about winter whites? 










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sweater: c/o lulu*s
jeans: h&m
boots: c/o lulu*s
bag: c/o jototes
nails: OPI red
necklace: c/o hello fab

 Now go check out Janssen and Landen's winter white outfits!


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