Red + Leopard

Bright red and a pop of leopard are two components for style greatness.  They're bright and bold yet classic.  Making a statement doesn't have to be funky.  Saturated color and striking prints are all you need to have an eye-catching look.  With vibrant accents you must balance with soft neutrals.

For the office I would pair this red blazer and calf hair leopard pumps with a neutral sheath dress or blouse/pencil skirt combo but to carry these investment pieces through the weekend/evening I chose a basic white tank and loose skinny jeans.

What makes investment pieces an investment is not only the quality of the garments but the ability to transcend.  I'm obsessed with blazers and pair them with everything!  They add instant sophistication.  Simply roll/push up the sleeves and pair with comfy casual pieces to remove the 'office' vibe.

Red Blazer: J Crew || Jeans: Loft || Calf Hair Pumps: Brooks Brothers & Similar || 

Tank: Target || Handbag: Tory Burch || Earrings: Towne & Reese || 

Dress Beautifully in Red & Leopard

XOXO Sarah Louise

Mid-Century Modern

This Look Incorporates my Favorites:

Color: White/Ivory

Style: Mid Century Inspired 

Cut: Sheath

Print: Leopard (Calf Hair is Best)

Pop: Color & Shine

I Adore Mid Century Fashion,  Defined by the Stylish & Classy Jackie O.

This Crop Top Dress Looks like it Came Right Off the Set of 'Mad Men', And it's in my Favorite Color to Wear,  Naturally it Came Home.

When wearing a Vintage Inspired Piece You want to Pair it with Modern Accessories to Prevent a Costume Look.  I Added Color, Print, & Shine to Complete the Look.  

This Necklace is a Favorite for it's Simplicity and it Reminds me of the One Joan Wears on Mad Men.

You could Definitely Call this Dress an Illusion as it Looks like 2 Pieces.  The Copped Top Layer is Flattering Because it Hits High, Right Below the Rib Cage Creating a Small Waist Line. 

Dress: Banana Republic Outlet Similar & Here || Handbag: Marshalls (old) Similar ||

Leopard Calf Hair Pumps: Brooks Brothers Similar ||Necklace: Stella & Dot || 

Sunglasses: Target || Polish: Butter London || 

Dress Beautifully in a Crop Top Dress 

XOXO Sarah Louise

Cozy + Fancy

'Tis the Season for Holiday Parties where you can get All Gussied up in Satin & Sparkles.

'Tis the Season to also Cozy Up in Soft and Comfy Plaids.

So Naturally Combine the Two!

Mixing Prints, Textures and Styles is Totally ok! 

My Mamma would Disagree and Often Calls me when I've posted a Look that 'Breaks' the Traditional Rules but She Quickly reassures me by Telling me that she see people doing it all the time on Pinterest.  Bless her Heart! 

Holiday Style is all about the Shine!  Satins, Sequins, & Metallics all add Fancy Touches to a Look.  For a more Modern Twist try Softening those Snazzy Pieces with a Touch of Causal, like a Flannel Plaid Button Up.  It's still Party Perfect but more Comfortable.

Emerald Green is my Color, well it's Every Red Head's Color but Seriously who doesn't Love Jewel Tones?!!

Confession: I'd Wear these Gold Pumps Everyday if I Could!

Plaid Shirt: J Crew now at Factory || Satin Skirt: Talbots (old) Similar || 

Gold Pumps: Nine West ||  Calf Hair Leopard Clutch: Similar & Here || Polish: Essie || 

Dress Beautifully Mixing Cozy & Fancy

XOXO Sarah Louise

Faux Real

Faux Leather Feels & Looks Soooo Real These Days!

AND ... it's Less Expensive and is a Much Thinner and Lighter Material Making it Easier to Fit & Move When Worn.  

Faux Leather is the "IT" Texture this Season and You can Find it Almost Everywhere and in Almost All Types of Garments - Tops, Skirts, Dresses, Pants, Jackets, Vests ....

Whether the Garment is Constructed Entirely Out of the Synthetic-Coated Material or Just Accented, the Texture is Sure to Add Richness to Any Look.

Ann Taylor has Embraced the Faux Leather Trend and Offers a Wide Range of Pieces that Incorporate this Textile.  I had my Eye on a Skirt, and to my Excitement there were lots of Designs to Choose from!  I Opted for this Fit & Flare as I do Own an Obscene Amount of Pencil Skirts (in All Different Fabrics & Colors - a Few Even in Leather) ... What Can I Say, They're a Classic!!  It has a Touch of Flouncy When I Move ... Makes for Mini-Twirling :)

For a Day Look I Paired with a Simple Chambray Shirt and Added a Little More Natural Texture with Calf-hair Leopard Pumps.  For Office, Top with a Sweater/Blazer and for Evening I've Styled with a Silk Blouse and Strappy Heels. 

Chambray Shirt: Target Similar ||  Faux Leather Skirt: Ann Taylor More Styles Here ||

Calf Hair Leopard Pumps: Brooks Brothers Similar ||  Watch: Michael Kors Similar || 

Earrings: Kate Spade || Polish: Butter London ||

Dress Beautifully in Faux Leather

XOXO Sarah Louise