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Black Friday Sales!!

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Raise your hand it you are as excited as me for all the Black Friday SALES! Never before have there been so many retailers offering such AMAZING DEALS that we can shop online from the comfort and safety of our homes! Bravo!

This is traditionally the day that I start shopping for Christmas gifts for my friends and loved ones.  I am blown away by all the fabulous sales that are happening and I have listed my FAVORITE places to shop and what deals and special codes you may need to use next to their name.  You will see each retailer is a highlighted link and all you need to do is ‘click their name’ and it will take you right to their site.  I hope you love the selections and take advantage of these specials so we don’t break out pocketbooks!  (I do make a tiny commission on some of these picks, but the only way that happens is if you click ‘my links’ and stay on their site without getting out of it before you check out).  I so appreciate all of your support and if there is anything special you would like me to find for you please DM me or comment below and I will be happy to search for you.

 

Here is the list of all of my favorite retailers and their FAB DEALS today!

(Just click each individual retailer below) 😉

Loft – 50% off site wide Use Code BESTWEEK

Spanx – 20% off everything! (exceptions apply)

1822 Denim – 35% everything Use Code IGKELLEY35 (thru 11/29)

Cecelia New York Shoes – 25% off all styles (exceptions apply)

Chico’s – 40% off your purchase (exceptions apply)

Peach – (50% off special pieces & 30% off site wide)

Sio Beauty Patches – 25% off site wide

Mint Julep Boutique – 30% off site wide

Blue Glass Candle Company – 20% off site wide- Use Code GIVING20

H & M – 30% off site wide

Dora Mae Jewelry – 30% off site wide (discount applied at checkout)

Nine West Shoes – 50% off site wide

Express – 50% off site wide

Maluniers unique accessories- 30% off with Code BLACKFRIDAY

Sephora – up to 50% off many brands

I hope you find some amazing things and I would love to know what goodies you got.  I will be continuing to update this list as we go into Cyber Monday!

xo,

Kelley

 

 

Holiday Style With Cabi

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The holidays in 2020 will be different for a lot of us this year, I have said it before and I will say it again getting dressed up can really lift your spirits. Are you going to get dressed up for the Holiday’s this year? Drop a comment and let me know! If the answer is yes, I have the perfect Holiday Style With cabi  for you!

Within the past year I have had the pleasure of being a cabbie ambassador, but I have always been a customer for years, because I absolutely love their clothes and accessories!! They are a brand I trust and you can too. Every collection new or past can be mixed and matched; creating a well rounded, fashionable wardrobe! I took 7 pieces from the Fall 2020 Collection and created 3 Holiday Looks.

 

 

Heres what you can look forward to when shopping the collection….

“Inspiration for our new Fall 2020 Collection is straight from the spice rack. With colors like paprika and turmeric, add bold flavor, while colors from nature, like mulberry and jade, ground you. Warm and cozy sweaters and jackets  to layer over gorgeous florals, dots, plaids, and status-print blouses.” -cabi

 

Styling these looks was really all in the details. I took some of my favorite pieces that are near and dear to my heart and pulled them into these three looks. For starters, can we talk about how the gorgeous Judith Leiber clutch?! It is so special to me because it is my moms. I love to wear her pieces whenever I can especially on the holidays, it makes me feel closer to her!I added my Channel Heels to one of the looks and popped another with pearls, it really was so much fun putting it all together!

Here are some similar items that I used in my looks for you all to shop!

Look #1

Head to Toe Houndstooth

I paired it with these 3 pieces below to come up with this look!

Houndstooth Trouser

“Meant to match with the other Houndstooth pieces, the Houndstooth Trouser is the ultimate She’s a Boss piece, with a high-waist design and wide leg shape. It features a zipper and button closure in the front with a soft, substantial double-knit fabrication for all-day wear.” -cabi

Houndstooth Jacket

“What do you get when you cross a classic checkered pattern with a contemporary silhouette? The Houndstooth Jacket. This black-and-white patterned jacket sits close to the body with a slightly cropped length and features a unique scarf collar design to heighten your style.” -cabi

Under Over Tank 

“The Under Over Tank, a slightly cropped, black tank, can be worn under sheer tops or over longer tops to play with proportions. It fits close to the body with bustier seaming details and a subtle V-neckline. With double-layered fabrication, this top also offers enough coverage to be worn alone.” -cabi

I love that this suit can be worn open or closed heres a peek!

 

I closed it with an adorable bee belt and this gorgeous pearl choker I have had for years!

 

Look #2

Sweat & Sassy

I paired the:

Houndstooth Skirt

“The Houndstooth Skirt is done in a classic black-and-white houndstooth pattern with side slit pockets. This flattering skirt has a wide waistband with an A-line hem to accentuate your waistline. Lean into the She’s a Bosstrend by pairing it back to the Houndstooth Jacket for a coordinated look.” -cabi

Passage Cardigan

“Things are really heating up this season: fiery reds and orange hues are all the rage. Lean into these warm, bold colors with the Passage Cardigan, a V-neck cardi done in a cozy sweater knit. This cardigan features pointelle detailing on the sleeves along with a ribbed design in back for added flair.” -cabi

It is super comfy too! But my favorite part of this look is the jewelry!!!

Seriously, how adorable is this cabi cuff?! It is from a past collection, but it fits in with the new 2020 collection too! I am also wearing:

Heart of Gold Earrings 

“Meant as a matching set with the Heart of Gold Necklace, the Heart of Gold Earrings are done in the same antique gold with a slightly smaller, but similar heart-shaped, dangling charm. These are the perfect statement earrings to spruce up an everyday outfit.” -cabi

Look #3

Polka Dot Don’t Stop

I love a matching set and cabi nailed with this one!!!

I am wearing the Over Under Tank again along with:

Sinatra Skirt

“Get swept off your feet in flowy silhouettes and flouncy hemlines. The Sinatra Skirt is designed in a black-and-white polka dot print with a maxi length and an uneven high-low hem. This feminine skirt offers just the right amount of drapery that will dance with you as you sway to your favorite tunes.” -cabi

Sinatra Blouse 

“Come fly away in the Sinatra Blouse, a black-and-white polka dot top with ruffle detailing. This easy-fitting top has a jewel neckline and pairs with the Sinatra Skirt for a coordinated maxi dress effect. This midnight, starry top will transport you to another realm.” -cabi

I hope you love these looks as much as I do?! Hop on over to cabi and find a stylist to help you find your Holiday Style!

Xo,

Kelley

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Best Holiday Dressed

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Back with my girl Barbi of Southern Blonde Chic to share another Sunday Best post.

 

Can we please talk about how STUNNING she looks in this pink and black combo!!!  This gorgeous hi-low top is so striking and flattering paired with her Spanx leggings!!  Heads will turn when she enters the room in this beautiful outfit.  Make sure to check out Barbi’s blog here and read more about her look today.

 

Want to wear something simple for the Holidays? It doesn’t have to be all about red and green or sparkly. My advice is to start with a color that is flattering to you. When we wear the “right” colors it will brighten you from head to toe!

 

Next, pop your look with some fabulous accessories. I started with these gorgeous earrings from Marcia Moran. These are called the Philis Drop Star earrings. You can use my CODE: 50shadesofstylebykelley for 15% off. These are lightweight and the perfect addition to any outfit for the holidays!

 

To finish it all off I added these gorgeous Betsey Johnson high heels. How pretty are these? The rose on the tip of the shoe matches wonderfully. They are actually really comfortable too.

Now lets talk about this bag…I swear you can never go wrong when adding animal print into a look. It is a neutral in my opinion. I picked this bag up on clearance at one of my favorite boutiques Versona. I wasn’t able to find these exact links for you to shop, but I found similar ones for you it’s just below this last photo!

Happy Shopping everyone…

 

Xo,

Kelley

 

 

Capsule Wardrobe

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If you are asking what a capsule wardrobe is and how do you build one; well you have come to the right place. 

A capsule wardrobe is a term coined by Susie Faux, the owner of a London boutique called “Wardrobe” in the 1970’s. A capsule wardrobe consists of essential items of clothing that stands the test of time, never going out of style. 

As time has gone on the term “capsule wardrobe”  has grown to refer to “a collection of clothing that is composed of interchangeable items only, to maximize the number of outfits that can be created. The aim is to have an outfit suitable for any occasion without owning excessive items of clothing. This is usually achieved by buying “staple” items.” – Wikipedia 

This capsule  includes 2 pairs of pants, 2 skirts, 2 dresses, 2 pairs of denim and a few tops mixed with casual and dressy options.

Here at 50 Shades Of Style I like to add my spin on things. So with that said I have decided to curate a capsule wardrobe for you ladies and added to this 2 options for outerwear, 2 belts and 3 pairs of shoes topped off with 2 bag options!!

So here is my capsule wardrobe for you to shop and be inspired by! Remember too that these pieces can all be augmented with a few seasonal options to carry you through as the seasons change.

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Best and Holiday Dressed!

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Do you plan to get “dressed up” this Holiday Season? 

I sure do!

I know this Holiday Season will look a little different for most of us. I want to help you and myself keep things as “normal” as possible or help you lift your spirits. 

The best way to do that is…Getting Dressed Up!!! Experts have found that the clothes we wear actually affect our mood. “People love certain clothes as they make them feel good. When you look good, you feel good” – Daily Hunt  

My dear friend Barbi of Southern Blonde Chic and I are back and wanted to continue our Sunday Best Series with a little Holiday twist!  We will be sharing our love of getting all dressed up on Sundays, but geared more specifically on Holiday Inspired looks. Doesn’t Barbi look absolutely gorgeous in this all black outfit?!  She is ready for any special holiday event coming up.  Make sure to read Barbi’s post today to get all the details of her gorgeous outfit.  We hope you love this series as much as we do, and find some looks you love, if so, please share them with Barbi and I. Just drop us a comment and let us know! 

 

 

One tip I want to leave you with is that getting dressed up, especially for the holidays doesn’t have to be expensive. Most of the time when shopping for the holidays we tend to pick up pieces to create a look we probably only wear once. My tip…rent your clothes. 

Yes rent them, I do! 

I rent a lot of clothes not just for the holidays, but for other special occasions from a clothing rental company called Armoire Style. Armoire is a clothing rental subscription that gives you access to thousands of high-end styles for one flat monthly price. They offer 3 different options and I am sure you will find one that works for you. Sign up today and get started planning your holiday looks for less! 

This dress I am sharing today is from Amoire Style. I just love it and it is the perfect dress to wear for Thanksgiving or Christmas. Living in Florida our weather is rarely cold enough for me to be buying sweater dresses only to have them sit in my wardrobe  used but maybe twice in a year.. It just doesn’t make sense to buy them. So that is why I rent them all the time from Armoire Style.

Another fun tip that I want to share that helps you not break the bank when shopping for the holidays is Thrift Shopping! I found this bag at my local thrift shop. My daughter and I love thrift shopping. You can find some of the best pieces and looks for less! 

I also want to leave you with a Kelley Style Tip – Add tights! When wearing dresses this coming season add tights that have color and texture to give a little more to your looks. It is also a great layering piece that can help add a layer of cozy to your look! 

Xo, 

Kelley 

 

Fall Chic With Peach

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“Comfortable never looked so Chic – Peach is back with new transitional pieces loaded with style!!! You won’t find another brand out there that is as chic and comfortable as Peach.  I promise! 

So with that said let’s jump into these two new pieces from Peach’s Fall 2020 Collection. 

I selected this gorgeous Palermo Blazer – in Black made from an ultra-comfy stretch, faux leather. This is a great layering piece that doesn’t sacrifice comfort. This blazer instantly elevates any look! 

That is why I chose to pair it with the Mendoza Dress – in Deep Blue Gray. It is such a cozy sweater dress, yet lightweight enough I can wear it here in Florida! 

To finish off my look I chose to add several, different style pearl necklaces, my snake skin heels and a black beaded clutch for some texture. I actually styled this look for a Sunday. It was styled in a series I am doing called “Sunday Best” take a peek here if you would like.

Next I wanted to show you how versatile the Mendoza Dress is. In doing that I took this look to a low key vibe, you know just running around town doing some errands; and the Mendoza Dress is perfect.

Just add a ball cap, some tennis shoes and you are good to go! 

Also, one more look using the Palermo Blazer I came up with is this fabulous OOTD by pairing it with a simple black tee and these cute plaid pants. You also can’t go wrong when you have a vintage Prada purse and patent leather shoes too! 

 

Be sure to check out Peach and stay tuned for their Winter 2020 Collection…

Xo, 

Kelley

Sunday Best Series!

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“Fashion has always been a repetition of ideas, but what makes it new is the way you put it together.”  ~ Carolina Herrera ~

A great example of this ideology is The Leather Jacket…

The leather jacket is a wardrobe icon! 

This iconic piece known as the leather jacket has been lended to several different styles and subcultures over the years. It has been transformed again and again but it is a classic and it never goes out of style, even when people keep reinventing it…that is what fashion is!  What makes it new is how one styles it and puts it all together like Carolina Herrera said.

Normally when I think of getting dressed up on a Sunday,  leather necessarily does not come to mind.  However, last week Barbi of Southern Blonde Chic  inspired me to mix things up. Take a look, I know you will love Barbi’s dress too!   Can we just talk about how GORGEOUS Barbi looks today in this beautiful shade of green!!  I have shared with you all before how important it is to find colors that compliment your skin tone and hair color as it will totally enhance your true beauty!  Barbi certainly has done that by selecting this amazing color.  I also love how she added this gold chain belt to put her own touch on this outfit.  Be sure to check out Barbi’s Post for today so you can get all the details of this beautiful outfit!

 

 

When styling my look I started first with this simple and beautiful deep blue gray Mendoza Dress from Peach. Believe it or not Peach is an athleisure brand.  I am sure it is hard to tell, but my whole look is from Peach!   Isn’t that fabulous?! 

It is one of the reasons I love Peach, they always come out with pieces that can be styled more than one way. I knew I wanted to elevate my look and then it hit me to pair it with the Palermo Blazer also from Peach! 

The dress and blazer combo is a great blank canvas that I popped with icy tones. The necklace is a bundle of a few different pieces that I have collected over the years. I found a similar one for you to shop! 

To finish off my look I added a pair of snakeskin pumps and cute little beaded clutch. My accessories are no longer available…to be honest I bought them both on clearance a while back, but good news…

Here are similar items to shop: Shoes & Bag. 

Stay tuned for another Sunday Best post with Barbi as we continue with this series! 

Also, later this month I will be sharing more about Peach & how their looks are great for the Gym & Everyday Life!!  I am excited to show you how to dress the Mendoza dress down for a more casual look! 

 

Xo, 

Kelley 

 

 

Sunday Best!

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“Take time to do what makes your soul happy.”  ~Unknown~

Do you make time to do things that truly bring your soul joy?  Leave a comment and let me know!  I started 50 Shades Of Style to share my love of fashion and hopefully inspire you with new ideas.  All of those things truly brings me joy!   But what brings me the most joy has been the most meaningful connections with some amazing ladies that I have made on Instagram.  One of them being Barbi of Southern Blonde Chic.  Barbi is so fabulous & I just adore her, be sure to check her blog post today with all the details of her Sunday Best! 

Look how gorgeous she looks today!   Her beautiful smile certainly brings me joy and she just radiates positivity!

So,  Barbi & I are back with our second installment of our Sunday Best series!  As I said before, we both love to get dressed up, especially on a Sunday! 

There is just something about wearing a beautiful dress on a Sunday that makes me happy and know that it is a special day.  It brings back such fond memories of my mother.

How gorgeous is this dress from the White House Black Market?!  

I recently had my colors done with Color Guru.   It was a no brainer when I was shopping and saw this beautiful dress especially now that I know what my color palette is.   I can’t recommend her service enough.  Use my Code Kelley10 for 10% off if you decide to have your colors done.

 

From head…

To toe…

I am dressed in my colors and I feel confident and put together.  I can’t tell you the difference it makes when you wear colors that compliment you the best.   Everything from head to toe is from WHBM and I have linked them for you.   Shop my dress  and these fabulous teal pumps that add the perfect unexpected POP to this outfit as well as this beautiful gold headband.  GOOD NEWS!!!!  WHBM is having a SPECIAL SALE and these pieces are currently 30% off!

This bag is from ages ago, but I found one similar for you to shop! 

Happy Sunday & Happy Shopping!!  Hope to see you back here next Sunday! 

 

Xo, 

Kelley 

 

 

 

 

Discover your colors with the Color Guru!

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Why should you have your colors done?  I will give you 3 reasons…

  1. Wearing your ideal colors enhances your natural beauty.
  2. Knowing your colors makes shopping more efficient. 
  3. Buying colors in your palette means clothes coordinate easily. 

Not every color looks good on every person. The wrong colors can make you look washed out, overwhelmed, tired, and older. No one wants that right?! 

Have you ever had your colors done?  I did so recently and I am elated with the results and want to share the process with you! 

Meet Jeannie of Color Guru.  Jeannie is the creator and genius behind this MUST HAVE service. 

Jeannie offers 3 different packages.  Be sure to take a look as there are options for everyone. I chose the Premium package which consists of the following:

  • YOUR COLOR CARD (your best shades!)
    • digital (for your phone)
    • laminated (for your bag)
  •  YOUR COLOR RADIANCE REPORT
    • exclusive color tests performed on your photo
    • identification & description of your seasonal type
    • how to shop like a ninja with your color card
 PLUS…
  • MAKEUP CARDS
    • digital (for your phone)
    • laminated (for your bag)
  • 50 MIN Q&A ZOOM CHAT with Jeannie (founder of Color Guru)
  • CELEBRITY INSPIRATION (celebrities of your type wearing the palette colors!)
  • SILK/CASHMERE PASHMINA, hand-selected for you by Jeannie

 

Jeannie breaks it down for you in such a simple manner and makes it easy to comprehend and follow. I don’t know about you, but I have always struggled with knowing what makeup to wear. I would get sucked into the makeup counter and buy blindly.  Not any more folks!  Now I have my color card and know what colors are going to work for me and I feel confident when selecting makeup!  Oh, and I am saving so much money!

When I told you Jeannie knows her stuff I meant it.  Take a look at one of the tests she performed for me. It is called the Warm vs Cool Metallics test. 

I had no idea that silver or gold could make such a big difference. You can see for yourself though that warm-toned metalics have a brightening and warming effect.  As where the cool-toned metallics are not as flattering. 

There are several more tests that Jeannie of Color Guru does to narrow down what your palette is. It turns out that I am a Twilight Autumn.  I have always loved “fall” colors.  I was super excited to find out that was my ideal color palette. 

I use to always think that pink was NOT my color, but it turns out that pink has a soothing effect and is flattering on me if it is the right tone.

I also found out that red is a great color on me! I was afraid at times to branch out into red…not anymore!!  I also love wearing yellow, but I learned it needs to be a marigold yellow not bright yellow. 

My laminated cards of my colors for clothes and makeup are a staple in my bag like my wallet is.  I literally don’t leave home without it.  Finding out what my ideal colors were also helped me to do a much needed purge and weed out those not so flattering colors. 

I highly recommend this service.  With the holidays coming up it makes a great gift. It is something everyone should do just once.  It is so valuable for anyone you know who struggles with colors, and trying to shop and put looks together.  Like I said earlier there is a package for everyone.  Luckily enough Jeannie was kind enough to offer a code for you all. 

It is Kelley10 for 10% OFF!!  Be sure to give me a shout if you are inspired to find out what your ideal colors are. I know you will not regret it. Jeannie is very kind, super fun and an authority on color!!!

Be sure to check her out at Color Guru

XO,

Kelley

 

Sunday Best!

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Sunday:

A day to reflect
A day of respect
For all you have been blessed
Let your joy be expressed.

There is something about getting all dressed up that I just love. Some of my fondest memories revolve around getting dressed up for church every Sunday as a little girl. 

I still love to get dressed up on Sunday’s for church!  Do you like getting dressed up? Leave me a comment and let me know! 

I love it so much that when I started 50 Shades Of Style I decided to dedicate every Sunday’s post to a pretty dress! As time has gone on,  it has become a “thing” and I really enjoy it!  I found out I am not the only one who loves to get all dressed up in their Sunday Best, so does my girlfriend Barbi of Southern Blonde Chic

Barbi is a fellow influencer and fashionista friend who I just adore and I know you will too!  We have teamed up to create a series for you all where we will be sharing our Sunday Best!  We hope you find some style inspiration and have fun shopping our looks while following along with this fun series! 

Barbi is such an inspiration to me!  She is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside.  I LOVE that she is wearing this stunning hot pink dress as she is a breast cancer conquerer and just finished her last round of treatments this past month!  As she was going through her cancer treatments her faith never wavered, in fact she was always lifting up all of her friends with beautiful scripture and words of encouragement!  It was such a special day when shared with us that she had just completed her last round of chemo!  We all jumped for joy.  You can read about her cancer journey here.

Look how gorgeous she is in this beautiful Sunday Best dress!  I love how flattering this silhouette is and the neckline makes such a statement.  Make sure to head over to Barbi’s blog post so you can get all the information about her entire look.

 

As for my dress today..

It is from one of my favorite stores, Versona. They have everything from dresses to shoes, bags, accessories and great gifts for all your lovely ladies in your life! I highly recommend shopping online at  Shop Versona  or in store if one is located near you. This is definitely one place I can go to find my Sunday Best dresses! 

This dress has a bit of a “prairie ” vibe and I am not mad about it!  It is called the “Tied For First Dress” .

It has a tie around its waist but I opted for this wide brown belt to give me more definition.  The belt I am wearing is sold out so here is one similar to mine. 

If you have been following me you know that jewerly and accessorizing is my absolute jam! I found my passion for fashion via my mother. She is why I love dresses, she always laid out the most beautiful dresses for me to wear on Sunday’s for church. 

I continued to carry on this love and I am always reminded of how much my mother also enjoyed getting dressed up. In fact this cameo necklace was once hers. I had it repurposed  into something more current,  yet still reminiscent of my mother’s original piece. How cool is that?! I had this done through a lovely friend and jewerly designer here in Orlando, Florida.  Ansley has done several of my mother’s pieces and given them new life!! Check her out over at Dora Mae Jewelry  you will be blown away her stuff is amazing. My earrings are pretty old, but I found a similar pair! 

I love to mix colors, prints and patterns. I took this rather neutral colored look and popped it with my jewelry and the color of my bag and heels!  The bag is from amazon.  I bought one in brown too.  It comes with a strap, but for Sunday’s I like to use a clutch.

Last but, not least how about this ring?! It is a freshwater pearl and gemstone ring from Lobeilia! I love wearing costume jewelry too. Especially when it looks high end, but doesn’t break the bank!  Make sure to use Code 50shadesofstylebykelley30 for 30% off any of their beautiful pieces.

Thanks for sticking around…hope to see you back here next week for another Sunday Best with myself and Barbi! 

 

Xo, 

Kelley