Pretty in Plaid

Yesterday we played with some quirky prints. Today let's keep it going but with a print that's a bit more mid-winter: plaid, more specifically tweed plaid. I'm talking heavy material with a classic but versatile print. These pieces look expensive and will keep you cozy.

Banana Republic, Lace Trim Tweed Top, $82

How brilliant is this? Plaid, tweed, wool, and lace.

Old Navy, Plaid Wool Blend Bomber Jacket, $29
This was originally $64. Such a steal right now. I love the athletic rib knit cuffs.

Boden, Heritage Check Coatigan, $99

Oh yes they did: a coat, a cardigan, its a coatigan. Also available in a beautiful navy and red.

Nordstrom, Halogen Zip Pocket A Line Skirt, $39

Yes you read that correctly...$39. Run. I mean look at that pocket piping detail! Under $40.

Plaid is nothing new for winter, that's why I look for unexpected colors and fabrics. Tweed, wool, pink, you name it, try something eye catching. Feeling extra bold? Pair it with a striped button down with similar colors.

Be fabulous today!

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Bossman

Hello lovebugs,
It's Monday and that means we are owning our 9-5s with a fresh start. It is also frigid in most of the country today and so I thought we would combine profesh and warmth. Enter tweed. The texture is beautiful and the fit comes in every shape and size.

Sole Society, Adelisa, $59

See how the pattern extends down the heel? Oh I just love this. You're going to own that meeting, girl.

Ann Taylor, Faux Leather Tweed Skirt, $89

This skirt is so versatile because you can tuck in a nice silk blouse and create a stunning hourglass shape, or pair it with a longer sweater and belt it to move the waistline up on the torso.

Nordstrom, T Tahari Ruby Colorblock Tweed Jacket, $94

I've been stalking this jacket for this blog for forever. The second it went on sale for under $100, I had to share it with you. Tahari knows jackets. The fit, the balance of tweed and leather trim, it just all works.

Macy's, Jessica Simpson Sleeveless Lace Metallic Tweed Dress, $72

And just to prove that tweed is not a stuffy, old man fabric, try this lace tweed dress that has hints of silver throughout.

A good tweed will never go out of style. Think of Chanel tweed. So classic. Try it in black and white, or look for a maroon, green, navy, or even a metallic!

Shimmering Stuffy

Happy Monday lovebugs,
How are you? How was your weekend? I made 60 maple bacon sugar cookies. Yep. Nailed it.

Ok, moving on. I hope you enjoyed the holiday gift guides last week, if you have any tough ones to shop for on you list, feel free to email me and I would be more than happy to help.

Today we're looking at tweed with metallics. Tweed can get stuffy, adding some shimmer to the weave is just what you need.

Piperlime, Pim + Larkin Metallic Tulip Dress, $74

A beautiful cap sleeve shift that is just perfect for work or play. I'd add a collar necklace to this number.

J Crew Factory, Tweed Gold Zip Mini, $49

Oh hello black boots and layered gold necklaced. This is the statement piece on its own.

Forever 21, Sparkling Tweed Shift Dress, $25

Ok from this picture, this dress looks like it could fit a third grader, but I'm hoping it's longer in person, because I love the low pockets and the peter pan collar.

Urban Outfitters, CO Metallic Tweed Oversized Blazer, $89

I'm not sure what happened to her pants, but I'm loving this blazer. The faux leather trim is so chic!

Don't let tweed make you feel all skirt suit-y and stuffy, add some shimmer to your tweed.

Be fabulous today!

Glee Fashion--Emergency Post

Ok, so I could on forever about Glee fashion, especially Emma's...(J Crew and Kate Spade heaven) but I must post on Gwyneth Paltrow's tweed skirt on tonight's episode. LOVE!


While her skirt was probably $482 here are some of my picks for the sassiest tweed minis out there!

Banana Republic, Tall jen tweed skirt, $64

High waisted dream

BCBG, layered cargo tweed skirt, $98

How is this skirt feminine with cargo pockets? Gorgeous.

Limited, piped waistline mini, $59

Sweet and pockets makes this the perfect work skirt.

Banana Republic, Knife Pleat Skirt, $35

Perfect for a silk blouse and a vest. Secretary in the best way possible.