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Menswear Inspired Ikat Print Blazer

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Trina Turk x INC blazer via Macy’s (c/o) // T-shirt // Trina Turk x INC sandals via Macy’s (c/o)
DKNY belt bag via Macy’s (c/o) // Quay sunglasses // Jeans

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Earlier this week I shared a fabulous tropical print romper.  If you’ve been curious about rocking a bold print, summer is the perfect time to do so.  Bring on the patterns and color!  Today I thought I’d switch gears and share something a little less feminine and more menswear inspired.

Trina Turk is known for her bold prints and when she partnered with Macy’s to create a collaboration for I.N.C., I knew it would be the perfect collection for summer.  Channeling her signature DNA, she created vibrant prints at really accessible price points.

This blazer is actually menswear, but women can absolutely wear it too!  I love the turquoise lining for an extra pop against the bold ikat print.  Paired with crisp white jeans and another huge trend right now – belt bags – it feels so chic and fresh.

Whenever I’m in a sartorial rut, I reach for my husband’s closet or think of different ways to wear things.  I’ve been known to wear things backward and inside out.  Never be afraid to step outside the box!  You’d be surprised by how a different way of shopping (in the menswear section, for instance) can completely refresh your look.

Bold prints don’t have to be reserved for just clothing.  If you’re normally not a print person, try experimenting with an accessory first.  I ordered these Turk x I.N.C. sandals and adored them.  They come in two prints.  I found them to run a half size big and sadly my actual size was sold out, but they are super comfy.

3 Wardrobe Staples for a Weekend Away

Marissa Webb top (similar here) // Banana Republic pants // Mimi & Red earring (similar here)
Toy Watch (similar here) // Giles & Brother bracelet // Gucci loafers (under $55 version here)

This weekend I’m heading back to the Midwest to visit family and have been thinking a lot about my packing routine.  Typically, packing takes me ages (I start packing for NYFW a month in advance), but some trips I have down to a science.  With spring being rather volatile – will it rain? be warm? – I find this time of year can easily send me staring blankly into my closet.  Thankfully, there are three key pieces I reach for again and again that can be interchanged no matter what the occasion: a classic white button-down, tailored pants and comfortable loafers.

If you were to look inside my closet, you’d probably be floored by the amount of white button-downs I own. Whether bow tied, French cuffed or tunic-shaped, I’ve got it.  It should come as no surprise that the one thing I want to buy from the Bloomingdale’s Friends & Family Sale is this shirt.  What I love about a white button-down is that it instantly conveys an element of class, without ever feeling boring.  If you need convincing, Carolina Herrera and Karl Lagerfeld have built their lifetime uniforms around this one piece of clothing.

While jeans tend to be a no-brainer for a weekend away, I like to pack one bottom that isn’t denim.  I’m a big fan of culottes, high waisted trousers and cropped pants for their versatility with any heel height.  These tie-waist pin striped pants were a find from Banana Republic’s Friends & Family sale, and are a great choice because they pack light, can be formal or casual and are oh-so-comfortable.

Finally, footwear.  Shoes take up the most room in a suitcase so I always go for a comfortable, flat pair in black or camel for maximum versatility.  No one wants to lug 4 pairs of shoes in a carry-on.  These Gucci loafers were an investment, but are hands down the best shoe purchase I’ve ever made.  Elegant yet easy, they go with everything and only get more comfortable with each wear.  For some great affordable alternatives, shop the post above.

What do you pack for a weekend away?

Black + Gold NYE

I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful holiday with your nearest and dearest!  I just returned from a trip home and am feeling refreshed and renewed for what’s ahead in 2017.

Last week I talked about a monochromatic holiday look that was comfortable and versatile for family gatherings.  Today I’m sharing something a little edgier, perfect for a sexy yet sophisticated New Year’s Eve.  I’m a huge fan of 70’s Yves Saint Laurent, and felt inspired by his signature smoking jacket for this look.

Oversized silhouettes are my favorite, but it’s important to pay close attention to proportions when dressing this way.  With my boxy smoking jacket I opted for a form fitting top to keep the look feminine.  When it comes to footwear, I recommend sticking to pointed-toe stilettos with wide leg pants – block heeled boots or round-toe shoes will make the look too heavy.

As with any celebratory event, accessories are the icing on the cake.  I recently picked up this gold ribbon wrap necklace from Love Tatum, and am obsessed with all of the different ways I can style it.  I wore it as a bracelet in our holiday card photos, and can’t wait to style it twisted and draped off my shoulders with a killer backless dress.

To round out 2016, I’ll be sharing my favorite sales on the blog later this week.  Let me know what you think of this look at what you’ll be wearing for NYE below!

Isabel Marant x H&M smoking jacket (old, similar here) // Guess top (old, similar here) // Madewell pants // Jimmy Choo pumps (old, similar version on sale here) // Thatch earrings // Love Tatum gold necklace

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