Finding Your Method to Style – Tips, Inspiration & Encouragement
Here it is, look 3 of 3 for the Rag & Bone Distressed denim that I love so much. I know, it is almost the exact opposite, color wise, from Part 2; but a different vibe. This look would be something I would put on, without hesitation, if we were going to spend the day …
Yes, I love to dress “up”. On any given day you will find me in jeans and heels. This particular Tuesday, even though I had nowhere special to go; but the bank and then grocery store, I decided it was a day worth looking great for. Besides, it’s like choosing to use your fine china a little more often than just those incredibly special occasions!
You’ve heard me talk about fabric before and this top is no exception. Another 100% silk piece. This one is by Diane von Furstenberg and it was from Bloomingdales in San Francisco about five years ago! I’m telling you, get the good stuff once in a while, take care of it, and you will be loving it for YEARS to come! I LOVE the unusual details on this piece….from the gathered sleeve and waistbands to the super flowy drape of the arms and back. Although, I have to say, I’m currently loving this little pink number for summer and think a bold statement necklace will look GREAT with it! DVF
It’s the unexpected flair paired with these Rag & Bone Boyfriend Denim that I think is the perfect way to Level Up your look, just ‘cuz you wanna. (shop that look here: Rag & Bone)
The Heels were purchased at good ‘ol Marshalls; but they are Ivanka Trump. What I loved is the grey and snakeskin combination, and I actually can handle rockin’ these pumps an entire day. These are an older style; but you can check out her new styles on Amazon (and if you are a Prime Member, you can have them in TWO DAYS!)…check out these awesome full Cage Booties. SO CUTE!
So no matter where you go today, make your Method to getting dressed all about capitalizing on how you are feeling, because what you put out there is what you get back ladies! And if you aren’t feeling your best, get yourself dressed, make up on and hair did….and “fake it til you make it”! Don’t be afraid to look great and feel great at the same time….when you do, you walk taller, smile more, and guess what….you are just naturally spreading your joy around and that is a GOOD thing! Plus, when you do this, and greet the world with your head held high, you will naturally look people in the eyes, likely be smiling, and I promise you, they will smile back. It’s contagious like yawning; but only better!
Xoxo Taryn
Whether you were headed to church or celebrating the day over brunch with family, everyone loves an opportunity to bring out the pretty dress and heels, and get a little bit shiny for the day. After all, Spring has Sprung and we just can’t help but to throw on a splash of color! This is one of my all time favorites pieces and it’s from All Saints….and I have great news…they are having a Spring SALE!! It’s 30% off In Store or Online and use the Promo Code: SPRING and your discount shows up at Checkout! Here’s the link to the Dresses; but there’s a ton more to shop: All Saints
(I’m also a huge fan of Nanette Lapore…)
My Method when choosing this dress to purchase was:
In addition to the super cool variated length at the bottom and side of the dress, it also has interesting sleeves and neckline. So there is a lot to look at, if you wanted to; but really, it’s just a beautiful flowy piece of fashion art, and I light up when I put it on. And while I’m not usually a fan of floral prints, this one feels more like a watercolor to me, so I was drawn to that.
And check it out…there’s those Payless Shoes again (see my previous post for the link)!! I also wear these Steve Madden heels seen here (These or these!) I found that high of a heel and that tiny strap over the toes was more for a mostly sitting occasion ;D VERY sexy, but not my walkin’ shoes, so the fun lace ups were paired with this and I actually really love it! A cutout bootie dresses this down a little bit.
My accessories are from my favorite designer at Stella & Dot. The Drape Necklace was one that came out earlier this year and I went GAGA over it. So darn pretty, all day long, yet I’ve worn it with a dress or knit tank top and jeans….really cool. Then my armparty is a combination of my gold Engraved Cuff, the Artisan Cuff, the Renegade Bracelet, and the Sawyer Stone Bracelet. Search all of those and so many more here: Stella & Dot
Hope you had a very Happy Easter!
xoxo Taryn
This blush blouse has been in my wardrobe for over 4 years! Some things just never make their way out of your closet. Sometimes I wonder if it is sentimental attachment….2 months after moving to Texas, I ventured out all by myself, leaving the house at midnight to get in line and check out this American Craze of Black Friday Shopping! So there I stood at Kohl’s (my first stop) wondering how this is possible! Then I realized quickly it was the exact same kind of frenzy as Boxing Day in Canada (the day after Christmas). But I scored this beauty there for a song, and have worn it happily every Spring / Summer since. Maybe you will find some new favorites there too: Kohl’s. Shop today and you will get their 20% Friends and Family Discount, ending today, March 26th, AND of course there is Kohl’s Cash!
These jeans you will see a lot of. They are my new favorites, well, they have been since last October and they are the Rag And Bone Boyfriend Jeans. I was ready to splurge on a great pair of denim (happens once every couple of years) and thanks to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in the last summer, I made them mine at a discount. Shop your next pair of perfectly fitting jeans at Nordstrom.
I must share on these shoes. Payless Shoe Source! Just bought this week and they were a steal at $39.99! Gotta love it when you can find what you are looking for at a discount! Will they last me forever? Not likely. Do they go with every outfit I have worn them with so far? YEP! AND, I can even say they are comfortable. WIN. Haven’t checked them out in a while? Here’s the ones I got: Payless
The accessories are my favorites. My engraved bar necklace has the initials of everyone in my family…TKDS and is worn daily without fail. The long charm necklace is my Charm Story. I engraved the gold tag with DREAM because I want to dream big in my life. The Wishbone for a bit of luck (and sparkle) and my birthstone. The convertible Icon Watch with the latte double wrap strap is a staple as is the gold Renegade bracelet. Edgy but trendy. I think it finished the look perfectly! Stella & Dot
So my outfit makes me feel great. I have happy memories of buying the shirt, feel like I was a smart shopper with the jeans and shoes and carried the things I value most near with the personalized accessories! Then I headed out on the town with my daughter to find her the perfect Easter Dress…which just happened to come from Marshalls. Another shopping WIN! What put a smile on your face today?
Xoxo Taryn
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