Let’s Go Out! Part 2

On Wednesday we talked about how to pull together a fun go-to outfit with skinny jeans for a night on the town.  If you missed the post or need a refresher, click  HERE

Picking up where we left off, let’s say the event you are going to is a bit more casual.  For example, a casual GNO, date night at the movies or a laid back game night fireside with friends.  Perhaps on Thanksgiving it’s all about comfort and the attire is casual.  In these situations wearing the skinny jean | drapey blouse | bootie | statement necklace | arm candy party  may leave you overdressed.

For todays look  you can wear the same accessories and bottom as your date night/GNO skinny jean outfit,  just switch out your blouse for a sweater or poncho.  For casual events I switch out my bootie for a tall boot.  I prefer a stacked heel boot as I feel more dressed up; a low heel works as well.

Since skinny jeans are still on the top of most everyone’s list for jean of choice we will work with those again today.  You can easily swap out the bottom of these looks for a dressy flare jean, straight leg jean or ponte pant.  My jean of choice is a coated skinny black jean as I think it takes an everyday denim/sweater combo look up a notch.  Black or dark jeans with a tall black boot create a very slim line on the bottom half, who doesn’t want that?

• On Top.  I like a tunic sweater or poncho. I think we can agree that we all have more fun when we are comfortable and can move with ease, both options provide comfort and warmth.

• Shoes. I picked tall boots.  I love the look of tall boots and a cozy sweater.  Moto boots and booties work as well.

• Layering piece.  Adjust to the climate you are visiting or live in. Under a tunic or poncho wear a tank top,  3/4 sleeve, long sleeve layer piece or a turtleneck.

• Accessories.  I love long pendants.  A scarf looks fab as well.  A large watch is fun with a leather wrap bracelet or bangles piled on.

• Handbag.  For this look you can bring your big bag.  Your favorite, you pick!

 

Some Inspiration:

Cozy sweaters with tall boots

Images via Pinterest

From top left clockwise; HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE,

In the images above, the darker the bottom = more dressed up.  Pick what is right for you and the occasion.

A few coated skinny jean options

Once only available with a $200+ price tag, coated jeans can now be had in a wide range of prices.

Above are just a few from the many options now available.  For the complete set and links, click HERE for the Polyvore set.

My favorite is the Paige Verdugo ultra skinny coated jean HERE

Joe’s and Hudson fit great as well.

These are new from Kut from the Kloth HERE | $89.00

Click HERE  for all coated denim at Nordstrom

THESE from Lauren Conrad are not coated but are a great value on sale for $29.99  |  Kohls

Whatever you do;  do not put your coated jeans in the dryer.  I ruined a very nice pair by doing so.  See care label for instructions on how to care for your denim.

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My plan was to only include tunic sweaters and ponchos for today but while having coffee with friends yesterday in my Top Shop blanket wrap (far left),  my girlfriends asked if I would share the links for  these new up-and-comers so here you go!  You can thank my coffee girls for these.

From left to right all Top Shop; HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE    |  $52.00-$68.00

You really need to play with these like you would a scarf.

Some ideas on how to wear these poncho/wraps are:

Fold/flip the front over  like the photo below.

Pin it in the front, belt it, throw it over one shoulder.
Play with it and get the look right for you.

Here is how the Top Shop store displayed their blanket wrap in Soho on my last visit to NYC

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Let’s pull it all together!

For the gal who loves gray and silver.

I love this beautiful necklace from Kendra Scott, now on sale for $96.00, was $120.00  HERE
For the full set click HERE

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I love how this fur scarf adds a chic touch to this simple cashmere sweater outfit

In lieu of a necklace consider trying out a fur scarf! This one is a great price at $29.00   HERE

Leopard cuff is on only $30.00   HERE

one of my favorite tunic sweaters HERE  in 6 colors | on sale for $88.80

  For the full set click HERE

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Love the pattern and texture of this sweater by Kensie HERE.

The tassel on this Kendra Scott necklace is a great compliment to the sweater.

Necklace on sale HERE for $64.00-$72.00

For links to the full set above click HERE

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I love plaid for the holidays!

This scarf is a big bang for the buck at $30.0   HERE

For the full set above click HERE

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How fun is this plaid poncho over a simple turtleneck?

A great price at $38.00  HERE

for the full set below, click HERE

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I put together this great set for you all;  nothing in this set is over $100!

Long Cardigan | Halogen | Nordstrom HERE | on sale for $47.40, in 4 colors

Coated denim | Lauren Conrad | Kohls HERE | on sale for $34.99, reviews say they run small may want to try on in store.

Plaid Infinity scarf HERE $20.00  |Sparrow Earrings HERE $24.00  |House of Harlow wrap bracelet HERE $38.40 | BP tall boot in 3 colors HERE $97.96  | Hobo bag HERE $52.00

 

Easy, right? You’ll look and feel fabulous! Get your own go-to combo going and you may even have time to touch up the makeup and chat with the little ones before heading out the door relaxed and ready for some fun!

Be sure to check back Wednesday for  part three of this four part series, Let’s Go Out!  We’ll be talking how to put it all together with one of my favorite trends, full skirts!

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Some great sales going on now!

Bloomingdales Friends and Family is on now thru 11/16, use promo code ‘holiday’ HERE

Nordstrom sale tunic sweaters HERE and sale skinny jeans HERE | J brand, AG, Paige, Hudson, Seven and more

Anthropologie is offering 25% off all dresses and jewelry for a limited time, some fabulous dresses for daytime and holiday.

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