Dressed Up Denim

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Hey everyone, welcome back!  These high waisted jeans have been my new go-to’s over the past month or so.  The first time I wore them I was with my mom and my sister, and both of them asked me to send them the link since they liked them so much!  Another one of my favorite cold weather pieces is this tissue turtleneck from J.Crew.  I love how thin and fitted it is, making it the perfect piece to tuck into jeans or a skirt!

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Outfit Details – Blazer: Banana Republic Factory Store | Turtleneck: J.Crew | Jeans: Lucky Brand | Boots: Unisa | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Earrings: Banana Republic (old, similar here) | Belt: old, similar here | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Necklace: Elizabeth & James | Lipstick: Bobbi Brown ‘Neutral Rose’ | Lipgloss: Bobbi Brown ‘Petal’ | Nail Polish: OPI ‘Aurora Berry-Alis’ |

Thank you so much for reading!  Have a wonderful week!

xo, C

How the West Was Won

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Happy Hump Day guys!  While most of my looks are heavily based in my New England roots, every once in a while I find inspiration from travels, movies, pop culture, and more sneaking their way through.  A combination of planning a trip to Texas and watching the Magnificent Seven resulted in this ensemble with my all time favorite denim jacket and two of my favorite fall pieces-the bandana and the felt hat.  I have to tell you, I definitely don’t hate it.

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Outfit Details – Sweater: Who What Wear | Jacket: Lucky Brand | Jeans: LOFT | Booties: J.Crew Factory | Hat: Banana Republic | Bandana: J.Crew | Purse: Vera Bradley (now on sale!) | Lipstick: Urban Decay ‘Weirdo’ | Lipgloss: Urban Decay ‘Liar’ | Nails: OPI Washington DC ‘Pale to the Chief’ | Nails (toes): OPI Washington DC ‘CIA = Color Is Awesome’

Thank you so much for reading!  Have a wonderful day!

xo, C

Fall Must Haves

Fall Accessories on The Sol Compass Olive Green Madewell Scarf, Denim Lucky Brand Jacket Black Illesteva Sunglasses

On days when my creative energy just isn’t there, I always reach for the same staples.  This fall, they’ve been an oversized scarf and glasses paired with my favorite peep-toe booties and folder clutch.  Throw these three items in and they can elevate even the simplest of outfits to the next level year round.  My other go-to styling trick is usually a graphic tee layered under a denim or leather jacket.  I can remember my mom teaching me about layering when I was eight years old, and the same trick still applies sixteen years later- layers make any outfit look better.

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Outfit Details – Fender Tee: Lucky Brand | Denim Jacket: Lucky Brand | Scarf: Madewell (sold out, similar here and here) | Skirt: LC Lauren Conrad (old, similar here and here) | Sunglasses: Illesteva | Booties: Coach (similar on sale for $50 here!) | Clutch: Sole Society | Bracelet: Lucky Brand | Watch: Fossil | Lipstick: Too Faced ‘Spice Spice Baby’

Thanks for stopping by!
xo, C

Eye of the Tiger

Eye of the Tiger | The Sol Compass Olive Green and Leopard Print on The Sol Compass Weekend outfit inspiration

Items that need to be in your closet right now: a) a denim vest to throw on over everything, b) a simple white tee to throw on under everything, c) a pleated skirt that goes with everything, d) a pair of leopard print flats to add a little extra pop to every outfit, e) a reversible, vegan leather tote bag to carry around all your stuff in two separate ways, and f) a pair of outrageous sunglasses that just make you feel like a boss.

Casual skirt outfit on The Sol Compass Reversible Tote and Leopard Flats

Outfit Details – White Tee: J.Crew Factory | Denim Vest: Old Navy (also love this one) | Pleated Skirt: Banana Republic | Leopard Flats: American Eagle (available in two more styles here and here!) | Tote Bag: Street Level | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Necklace: Monogram Online | Earrings: Bauble Bar | Bracelet: Chan Luu

Thanks for reading, and have a great weekend!

xo, Caitlin

Red Stripes

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At long last, Memorial Day is right around the corner! Aside from all of the obvious reasons I love summer (pool parties, beach trips, and general nice weather), the constant excuse to wear Red, White, and Blue is definitely one my favorites.  This adorable Milly for DesigNation dress is the perfect piece for a casual party this weekend.  Just add some of your favorite American accessories and you are barbecue ready!

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Outfit Details – Dress: Milly for DesigNation | Denim Jacket: Lucky Brand (old, love this one) | Shoes: TOMS | Anchor Necklace: The Paper Store (old, similar here) | Sunglasses: Coach | Purse: Coach Factory (similar here, here, and here) | Earrings: Ralph Lauren (similar here)

Thanks for reading!

xo, Caitlin

Americana

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I can’t get enough of anything American (Fourth of July is my favorite holiday, and I come from a pretty patriotic family) and fashion trends are no exception.  Red and blue is one of my favorite color combinations to wear, and I love when I find winter-approved ways to incorporate it into my wardrobe.  Plus, what’s more American than stripes and denim?!

Confession: I had been on the hunt for a red leather jacket since season one of Once Upon A Time (aka over three years ago!) when Emma debuted her signature look.  I was beyond ecstatic when I found this one at Ann Taylor- the moto and burgundy combination was the perfect fit for what I didn’t even know I was looking for!

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Outfit details- Jacket: Ann Taylor (similar here, steal here) | Chambray: American Eagle (old, love this one) | Striped Tee: French Connection (old, new version here; also love this one, under $15 here) | Jeans: Lucky Brand | Boots: Aerosoles | Earrings: Bauble Bar | Sunnies: Ray-Ban | Belt: Lucky Brand

xo, C