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Personal Style | 3 Winter Accessories to Keep in Your Closet this Spring

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I’ve been waiting to style a few spring items for weeks now, but I never thought I’d be wearing winter pieces to accessorize certain outfits. With temperatures reaching the high 30’s and a snowstorm on the way, I’ve decided to keep a number of winter accessories still hanging in my closet. This soft poncho was a staple in my winter wardrobe, and it looks like it will be a staple in my (early) spring wardrobe as well.

See Also: 3 Tips to Help Find Your Personal Style

Forever 21 Plus Size Poncho

Forever 21 Plus Size Poncho

Poncho: Forever 21 (same)

Spring Fashion Outfit

Blouse: Sejour, Nordstrom (same) // Denim: Wit & Wisdom, Nordstrom Rack (same)

When it comes to spring fashion I’ve learned to keep a few winter pieces within reach, especially during the first few weeks. You can never be too sure about the weather, so it’s better to be safe than sorry. Here are 3 winter accessories to keep in your closet this spring:

  1. Raincoats & Trenchcoats
    • remove the lining if/when the temperatures get warmer 
  2. Ponchos & Capes
    • lightweight ponchos and capes are great to wear during cool spring days and nights 
  3. Scarves
    • light to medium weight scarves are the perfect accessory to keep in your purse or car during the springtime
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The poncho adds an extra layer just in case the temperatures drop, and because my blouse is 3 quarter length and lightweight, I won’t get too hot. An outfit like this is perfect for a cool spring day or evening. And although the outfit colors are warm and rich, the floral sneakers give a nice “sneak-peek” of spring.

Sam Edelman Sneakers

Sneakers: Sam Edelman, Nordstrom Rack (Same)

Forever 21 Plus

Nordstrom Sejour Top

So tell me, do you wear any winter accessories during the spring? Let me know! 

Thanks, as always, for reading and commenting and until next time, be blessed and stay safe.

Love & light…xo!

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Personal Style | Minimal Everyday Outfit + 3 Tips to Help Find Your Personal Style

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It’s taken me a while to figure out my personal style. While some aspects of my style may evolve as I mature, I have a pretty good grasp on what I like to wear and what’s right for my body type. My lifestyle is active, my work environment is casual, and my closet reflects that. Sure, there may be an occasional business professional or fancy event I have to attend. When that time comes, I’m prepared. But for the most part, my style is minimal, chic and no-fuss. Give me a kimono, like this one from Forever 21, a pair of leggings, a comfy flat or sneaker, a pair of hoop earrings and I’m good to go!

RELATED: What I Usually Wear to Work

So, how can you figure out your personal style? It’s really not that difficult. The process can actually be quite enjoyable! Read ahead for 3 quick and easy tips to help find your personal style.

Kimono: Forever 21 Plus (similar) // Cap: Ivy Park (same) // Sneakers: Converse, Chuck Taylor’s (same)

 

  1. Consider Your Everyday Lifestyle 
    • Figure out what your every day looks like. Are you active? Always on-the-go? Do you work in an office that requires you to sit behind a desk? Does your industry call for you to dress business-casual or more business professional? Do you work from home? These are a few questions to ask yourself to help get you thinking about your personal style.
  2. Find Inspiration 
    • Pinterest, Instagram, and fashion magazines are the perfect go-to’s when looking for style inspiration. Take it a step further and create a mood board for your personal style. As you shop for new pieces to add to your wardrobe, use the mood board as a reference guide to help keep you on track.
  3. Re-organize & Clean-out Your Closet 
    • Once you complete steps 1 and 2, head to your closet and figure out what pieces you already have and what pieces you need. Write down the needs, keep the haves and donate or toss what you no longer need.
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So tell me, what do you think about my personal style tips? Thoughts on my outfit? Let me know!

Thanks, as always, for reading and commenting and until next time, be blessed and stay safe.

Love & light…xo!

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Personal Style | How to Style a Kimono and Jeans

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Is it me or is the “Spring Weather” a little confusing these days? Most mornings I don’t know if I should grab a sweater, a kimono or a coat! In any event, I’ve been gravitating towards my collection of full-length kimonos. No matter the outfit, I have about 4 kimonos in constant rotation. The one I’m wearing in this post happens to be one of my favorites. It’s perfect for the fickle weather we’ve been experiencing; not too heavy, great length and the perfect fit.

* Read Also, How to Style a Men’s Kimono

How to Style a Kimono and Jeans

How to Style a Kimono and Jeans

Kimono: TJMaxx // Denim: JCP // Tote Bag: Marc Jacobs, Nordstrom Rack (Similar Style) // Flats: Vince Camuto, Nordstrom Rack (Same in Black)

How to Style a Kimono and Jeans

Becuase my wardrobe is more on the minimal side wearing a kimono and jeans, or a kimono with a pair of black leggings, has become somewhat of a uniform. As I mentioned in a previous post, creating a work uniform saves so much time and energy in the mornings. But guess what? I’ve also learned that creating a weekend uniform isn’t such a bad idea either!

* Read Also, 3 Ways to Simplify Your Wardrobe

How to Style a Kimono with a Pair of Ankle Length Jeans #wnjstyle

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Most of my weekends are spent running errands, attending events for family and friends, going to church, or taking day trips with my husband. Having a few key wardrobe pieces to mix and match is a definite time saver. Sure, you can add different accessories or have several pairs of shoes to choose from, but having the foundation of an outfit already planned is key. This may sound a little boring, but trust me when I tell you there are several ways to restyle a kimono and a pair of jeans.

A kimono and a pair of jeans is the perfect weekend uniform. #wnjstyle

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How to Style a Kimono and Jeans

Kimono and Jeans

Kimono and Jeans

So tell me, do you have a weekend uniform? What do you think about styling a kimono and jeans? Let me know!

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Personal Style | Wearing a Maxi Dress in the Winter

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During the spring and summer months, I’m all about styling a maxi dress. I live in them during those seasons! When it gets cooler, I tend to push them to the back of the closet and wear pieces that are a little heavier in material. This past (December) weekend however, I was able to style one of my favorite summer maxi dresses. 

OOTD Maxi Dress

Maxi Dress: H&M (Another Option) // Kimono: Nordstrom Rack (Another Option)

Onecklace

Maxi Dress and Kimonos

During the cooler months wearing a maxi dress is just fine, but the key to wearing one is layering and wearing the right shoes. I decided to layer mine with another favorite wardrobe item, my lightweight kimono. I’ve worn kimonos on the blog over and over….and over again. I also took layering a step further and wore a heavier cape (not pictured) as outwear, in case the weather dropped.

The key to wearing maxi dresses in the winter is layering. #wnjstyle

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I think every wardrobe needs at least 3 kimonos. As stated in this post, kimonos are not only versatile but they’re easy to style year round. Like kimono’s, maxi dresses are great investment pieces for your wardrobe; they’re also comfortable and timeless. Style these items together and you have the perfect pairing!

Must Have Accessories

Heels: Kenneth Cole, Bloomingdales (Similar) // Purse: F21 (Another Option) // Necklace: oNecklace (Purchase HERE – 10% OFF)

OOTD - Wintertime Maxi Dress

Maxi Dress in the Winter

So tell me, do you style maxi dresses during the wintertime? Let me know!

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Personal Style | Dressing up Sweatpants for the Weekend

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Happy Monday! I hope you all enjoyed your weekend. Mine was fun, productive and relaxing. I was out and about spending time with family and of course, I wanted to dress comfortably and stylish. I decided to reach for my comfy (sweat) pants and found myself asking, how am I going to dress up sweatpants? A pair of fresh sneakers and a decorative hat would do the trick, but I wanted something a bit more feminine. Plus, I’d just done my hair so I wanted to show it off!

Wearing Sweatpants

Casual Tunic - OOTD

Tunic: Lord & Taylor (Another Affordable Option) // Pants: Sejour, Nordstrom Rack (Another Option) // Flats: Aldo Brand, Nordstrom Rack (Another Option)

Fall Tunic

I decided against a cap, wore my freshly washed and flat ironed hair out, and paired a colorful tunic with the pants. As I continued to get dressed, dressing up sweatpants became less of a challenge. I realized adding a pair of flats, cute accessories and my new Forever 21 purse would make the outfit cute, still comfy, and feminine. That’s exactly what I was going for and it worked out perfectly!

Dressing up sweatpants is possible. Just add cute flats, accessories and the perfect top! #wnjstyle

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Casual Tunic.

EARRINGS: H&M // NECKLACE: THRIFTED // PURSE: FOREVER 21 (Similar Option)

Dressing up Sweatpants

Dressing Up Sweatpants

 

So tell me, how do you dress up sweatpants? Were you casual this weekend too? Let me know!

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