Outfit Inspiration: Watery Blues

Does anyone else feel like February is sort of a blah, blue month? Perhaps I'm just in a funk, having spent the better part of the month battling one cold after the next. This painting, by Eduard Tomek circa 1971 captures February for me - tumultuous and moody. Yet for all its darkness, the colors inspired a fun outfit.   Source: artandopinion.tumblr.com via Laura@JourneyChic on Pinterest       Water Color Blues by journeychic featuring python … [Read more...]

Guest Post: Hot Valentine’s Day Outfits

Whew - it was a crazy week at my real job and our house has been hobbled by illness the past few days (complete with Junior coming down with pink eye yesterday - ugh!). I feel so behind in life, with craft projects, writing, and reading piling high. Needless to say, I'm thrilled to have Renee from This Won't Hurt A Bit visiting today to share some drop-dead outfits worthy of of the sexiest holiday of the year. If you're wondering what to wear on Valentine's Day - whether you have a hot date or a … [Read more...]

The Modern Mary Jane

strappy shoes

It's no secret that I love heels; the secret is that heels don't like me. Perhaps I was more adept at wearing them before I got pregnant and opted for a collection of cute flats and flip-flops for my swollen feet, but now I look ridiculous when I wear them as I teeter in my 4" stilettos down the sidewalk. There was an embarrassing incident recently that left me in near tears. For my birthday dinner (a rare child-free night on the town) I ordered a fabulous pair of leopard-print peep toe pumps … [Read more...]

January Blues: Stripes & Colorblock

colorblock and stripes outfit

January is my least favorite time to shop for clothes. The remnants of post-Christmas sales are either ugly or the wrong size, and stores seem to think that Spring is a week away. Perhaps if you live in some lovely warm climate, but up here in New England it will be too cold to wear capri pants and cropped jackets for a few more months. I suppose the other reason I'm not a fan of January shopping is that the offerings are so predictable every year. Without fail, the first month on the … [Read more...]

Shimmer and Shine for NYE

champagne cocktail dress

We're ringing in the new year at our place with a few close friends, and I'm sure my "party look" will be of the jeans and sweater variety. I've never gone all out for NYE, but if I ever get the opportunity I will wear something filled with sparkle and reminiscent of a bottle of bubbly! Pass the Bubbly by journeychic featuring one shoulder evening dresses   ASOS one shoulder evening dress $122 - asos.com MICHAEL Michael Kors peep toe platform … [Read more...]

Have Yourself A Casual Christmas

casual Christmas outfit

My mom is hosting Christmas dinner this year, and we have a super casual family. This outfit, featuring a gorgeous lace blouse with sheer sleeves, would be perfect for pulling presents out from under the tree. The wide scarf can act as a wrap if your arms get cold. Red flats are always a great way to add punch to an outfit. I know I'll be wearing mine on Christmas day!   Casual Christmas by journeychic featuring beaded jewelry   Sheer top $68 - anthropologie.com MNG … [Read more...]

Dining Room to Outfit: Ice Princess

winter cocktail party outfit

If your idea of a holiday outfit doesn't involve red, white, or dark green, why not take a cue from this beautiful dining room and put yourself in something pretty and pastel instead? Source: housebeautiful.com via Laura@JourneyChic on Pinterest   A cozy fur vest will keep the chill off when you're wearing a light-as-snow chiffon dress, and will add great texture as well. Glam it up with chandelier earrings and glitzy shoes. The green clutch adds an unexpected dash of color and … [Read more...]