Showing posts with label jacket. Show all posts
Showing posts with label jacket. Show all posts

May 17, 2017

Travel Capsule: Springtime in Europe- Outfits Two and Three

Last week I introduced you to a series that I'm really excited about: my packing capsule for an eight-day trip to Europe during the spring.  In my first post I shared the ten pieces included in the capsule as well as outfit number one!  I'm back today with outfits two and three.


The items included in this outfit are a navy peplum, a floral scarf, skinny jeans, Converse and my coral jacket (the links to the individual items are in my first post).  I wore this outfit for a day when I really needed a variety of layers.  We started the day in Venice, spent most of it riding on a bus (comfort being key), cruised around sunny Lake Como for a few hours and then ended-up in the mountains of Switzerland.



The stretchy skinnies and loose-fitting peplum were comfy on the bus.  The jacket and the scarf were easy to throw on or take off depending on the current temperature!


This next outfit consists of a pink sweatshirt, that floral scarf again, boyfriend jeans and Converse.  My coral jacket was also tossed into this mix because this was the coldest day of the trip.



I wore this outfit for a walking tour of Lucerne, Switzerland and then to travel to the top of Mount Pilatus (more on Switzerland tomorrow).  Again, the layers worked for the varying temperatures and my Converse were practical enough for being in the mountains.

Well, we've been from sun to snow in one post!  Thanks for stopping-by today and make sure to link-up your favorite style post below for Fashion Files with The Blended Blog!


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Jan 30, 2017

Jacket Weather?


Okay, I'll be the first to admit that I was a little bit cold wearing this outfit on a snowy day in Michigan.  You would think that being a born-and-bred northerner would mean that I always make practical decisions regarding the weather, but no.  I'm actually the worst!

Nonetheless, I'm loving my new jacket from Shein!  When they presented me with the opportunity to choose and review another product, I immediately fell in love with this classic utility style jacket with a plaid twist (the inside lining and the hood are plaid)!  I get so much use out of my coral utility jacket during the spring and I think this one will be perfect for the fall.

As usual with Shein, I'm impressed with the quality of this garment.  While it's definitely not a winter coat, it is lined and the material feels really soft to the touch.  I'm wearing my typical size medium and it fits well with plenty of room to button-up!

I can't wait for the weather to warm-up a bit so I can add this jacket to my rotation!


What I'm Wearing:
Shirt: J.Crew Factory (exact)
Jacket: Shein (exact)
Leggings: LuLaRoe
Converse: (exact)
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Nov 4, 2016

LuLaRoe Week: Randy + Giveaway


Wow, y'all, it's already the last day of LuLaRoe Week at Whitney à la mode.  I hope you've had as much fun as I have!  And how could I not be having fun when I get to sport all of these super comfy and colorful clothes?!

I hope that the information I've provided and the styles I've featured have given you a better idea of what LuLaRoe is all about (and that I may have convinced you to try a style or two)!  And I've really only scratched the surface of LLR styles.  Here you can find the Carly, Classic Tee and Leggings, Maxi Skirt, and Nicole but there are twenty-two other pieces for women!  I love a comfy Irma and Amelia and Sarah are totally on my wish list right now.



Today I'm wearing the raglan-style Randy!  I know I keep talking about LuLaRoe's fabulous colors and patterns, but I think that this is highlighted by Randy.  With the different material for the sleeves and the body of the top, there is double the opportunity for Fun!  Don't believe me, check out the last time I wore a Randy!



I would say that the Randy is less tunic-y than the other LuLaRoe tops.  It's a bit longer in length than your average shirt but I wouldn't wear mine over leggings unless I sized up.  Speaking of sizes, the Randy fits true to size and I'm wearing my typical medium here.

Well, that's all folks!  Except don't forget to enter the giveaway below to win your very own Carly swing dress.  Today is the last day for the giveaway and I will be announcing the winner soon!  And can we all give a little round of our applause (in our heads if we are at work right now) for the amazing Betsy Friedrich who taught me so much about LuLaRoe and who is so generously gifting our winner with the dress!?  From the bottom of my heart, Betsy, this collaboration has been a blast!

What I'm Wearing:
Randy Top: LuLaRoe
Jeans: American Eagle (exact)
Jacket: Gap (similar)
Socks: L.L.Bean (exact)
Boots: Kohl's (similar)

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Apr 11, 2016

Diner Cool + Link-Up

You guys, this is my 400th post!  Whoa!  It sure has been a fun journey so far.  Here's to the next 400!  Anyways...

I always admire personal style bloggers who seem to find the coolest backgrounds for outfit photos!  I'm lucky to live in an apartment complex with old brick buildings that make for pretty backdrops, but I'm always excited when I find a new location for pictures!


I (re)found a fun photo shoot spot during Spring Break last week!  I spent the week with my boyfriend in St Joseph, Michigan (my hometown) and had been craving a milkshake for several days.    I remembered a restaurant called Roxy's that I haven't been to since I was in high school!  Roxy's is a 50s style diner with delicious burgers, fries, and of course, milkshakes!  We had such a fun afternoon date and we got to take some really fun pictures!


A colorful and comfy graphic sweatshirt, my stretchiest skinny jeans and a pair of Converse made for a fun getup...perfect for an afternoon at a diner.  And by the way, I can't stop, won't stop with this new jacket of mine!  I'm finding that the bright, spring color adds the perfect pop to so many outfits!



And yes, I finally got that milkshake!


What I'm Wearing:
Sweatshirt: Washington D.C. Boutique (similar, similar)
Jeans: American Eagle (exact)
Jacket: Gap (exact)
Converse: DSW (exact)

And now it's time for that weekly Lovely à la Mode Link-up!


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Apr 8, 2016

Blogging Besties: Heather Grey


Blogging Besties is a weekly series featuring Whitney of Whitney à la mode, Alex of Undergraduate Style, Maricel of ::My Closet Catelogue:: and Selah of A Bibliophile's Style.  Each week, one of the bloggers will choose one component from the previous week's outfit to pass on in a brand new look.  This "take one, pass it on" challenge is an inspiration to stretch your closet and your imagination!

Selah wore this outfit when we met in real life during my recent trip to North Carolina.  I love that she wore an Eiffel Tower shirt just for me!  From this outfit, she gave me the following prompts: heather grey, pattern mixing, resurgent trend, and waffle knit!


I really tried to think of a resurgent trend to work with but ended up opting for heather grey (and I incorporated the stripes)!

I've only worn this tunic over skinny jeans in the past but I like how it worked tucked into my favorite skirt.  Plus, I usually wear black and white stripes with this skirt so I like how the heather grey created a softer look!



A colorful necklace and matching flats really pulled this outfit together!  I've been loving bright colors lately as I'm trying to channel spring!

Alright Alex, here are your choices for next week: spring outerwear, matching necklace and shoes, or a tunic not as a tunic!

What I'm Wearing:
Top: Banana Republic (similar, similar)
Necklace: Gift (similar, similar)
Skirt: Old Navy (similar, similar)
Flats: Hand-Me-Downs (similar, similar)
Jacket: Gap (exact)
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