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Rec Room – Make yourself comfortable!

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Meet my new favorite LBD – aka the “little black dress” from Rec Room! 

This Slip dress is a classic silhouette that will remain on repeat all year long, because it is so versatile. I love being able to maximize my wardrobe, versatility is key. By adding versatile pieces like the slip dress I was able to create 3 different looks out of just 1 item.

Not only is this dress versatile it is also insanely comfortable!!! What makes it so comfortable you ask? Rec Room took everything you love about your activewear – super soft, four-way stretch fabric, wrinkle resistance and sweat wicking – and transformed it into styles that work for the rest of your everyday life.

Like wearing it with a jean jacket, a great pair of sandals and a fedora for a day of errands. It is a polished look, but all the while super comfy! 

Or pair the Slip dress with a motto jacket and a pair of wedges and kick it up a notch for date night! No matter how you decide to style your favorite pieces from Rec Room just know you won’t want to take them off! 

 

The cherry on top besides that fact that the designs from Rec Room are cute and super comfy is I have a discount code for you too! 

 

Use CODE: KELLEY20 when you spend $100 or more and get $20 OFF when shopping at Rec Room!

XO,

Kelley

Cabi Spring Style Statements

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I am back again with another blog about one of my favorite brands cabi!!! 

Today I am excited to share with you my take on a capsule wardrobe I created using 15 pieces from cabi’s spring 2020 line. What is a “capsule wardrobe” you ask? 

A capsule wardrobe is made up of a few essential items of clothing that will not go out of style; which then can be augmented with seasonal pieces. It includes everything from outerwear, tops, pants, shoes and accessories!  

Using the 15 pieces from cabi I created what I like to call a  “chic” capsule wardrobe that breaks down into 3 different categories of “chic” creating a total of 9 different looks. The first mini capsule I want to share with you is what I dubbed “Spring Chic” let’s take a look…

 “Spring Chic” Mini Capsule Wardrobe 

Look 1

The base of this look is the Grace Trouser  A pair of high rise, cropped length, pencil leg shape pants. This is a great work pant and fabulous for a nice luncheon too! Then I added the The Handy Cami This elegantly simple cami puts a fun spin on a wardrobe staple with the flutter cap sleeve. I paired it with the gorgeous Shrimpton Scarf a great addition to any outfit and the styling options are endless! To complete this look I added the Siren Sandal – which has an ankle strap with a 2 inch block heel design done in this irresistible red skin print! Don’t be afraid to mix colors Navy, Pink and Red go beautifully together!

Look 2 

Again with the base being the Grace Trouser I paired it with the Go-To Button-Up  with a darling floating flower print against a navy background, this swingy, oversized blouse will leave you feeling easy & breezy. You can dress this blouse up or down, stay tuned for other ways I styled this scarf! To finish off this look I added the Bow Kitten Heel – Slip right into a high-fashion shoe, minus the high heel for a dressed up look that saves your feet! 

Look 3 

Starting again with the lovely Grace Trouser I am wearing The Handy Cami underneath this gorgeous  Headline Topper  this is a fun multi-stripe pattern and easy shape jacket! It features a printed lining and matching buttons that are unique to each jacket. Hit the headlines in this unique piece! I ended up pairing this look with the Bow Kitten Heel because beauty is not always pain, these heels are proof! 

“Classic Chic” Mini Capsule Wardrobe

Look 1

The base of this next mini capsule is the Cinch Skinny white jeans. Everybody needs a pair of white jeans in their wardrobe! Fear not, these jeans are opaque enough for full coverage, yet light enough for the warm weather – just one reason why they are the perfect addittion to your wardrobe! I then paired the cinch skinny jeans and the Bow Kitten Heels with the Reef Knot Blouse – perfect for summer with its nautical rope and anchor print! I topped it off with the Harbor Jacket – This playful topper hits at the high hip and has a boxy shape. The drawstring tie at the waist will cinch you in for a flattering finish.

Look 2

The base of this look is the Cinch Skinny jeans along with the versatile Handy Cami and the gorgeous and comfy Siren Sandal. Remember the Shrimpton Scarf and the endless ways you can style this? I decided to use it as a belt this time! How cute right? Perfect for date night!

Look 3

Starting with the Cinch Skinny  jean I added the Go-To Button-Up blouse, but this time I didn’t tuck in. Instead, I left a few of the bottom buttons undone and tied it into a cute little knot. A simple style edit like this can change an entire look. It can take it from dressed up to casual in a snap! To complete this look I added the Bow Kitten Heel I love a good bow! 

“Sporty Chic” Mini Capsule Wardrobe

Look 1

The base of this look is the Spotted Jogger – Let me say Leopard Print will ALWAYS be on trend! These joggers are done in a slouchy jogger cut with a cuffed hem. Making them the perfect pair of lounge pants to take from day to night by just simply changing your shoes and accessories. For the first look of 3 I kept it real simple and added the Fold Pocket Tee – A classic white tee should be a staple in every woman’s wardrobe. This Tee has an origami pocket detail with a V-neckline and a high-low hem. I did a half tuck and finished it off with a pair of tennis shoes! 

Look 2 

I started with the Spotted Jogger but instead of going with a lounge wear look I wanted to create more of an edgy, street style look. So I added the All-Purpose Cami – This cami truly lives up to its name. Done in a sleek black with a lace overlay at the neckline, it offers enough coverage to be worn alone and can also be layered underneath your favorite sweater. To make this look edgy instead of adding tennis shoes or flats I added a pair of black patent leather heels and some simple jewelry. (Not pictured), But a great idea…you could add a jean or motto jacket to finish it all off! 

Look 3

This last and final look is great for traveling in fact the Spotted Jogger is the ultimate pair of travel pants! I paired it with the Fold Pocket Tee and my tennis shoes. To top it off I added the Cropped Cable Pullover –  This ultra-lightweight sweater features a boxy, cropped design, perfect for layering over your favorite tanks and tees. The neutral tone is ideal for easy pairing. It’s a great addition when you need to add a layer when chilly…perfect for traveling! I love to front tuck so that is the style edit I made to complete this look.

There you have it 9 different looks using 15 pieces from cabi’s Spring 2020 Collection to help make your “Chic Capsule Wardrobe.”   Be sure to check out my instagram today for an IGTV video I did featuring these 15 pieces.  Also, if interested please visit cabi to find a stylist to help get you started shopping!   

Xo, 

Kelley 

 

Peach Spring 2020 Collection

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Peach “is designed to make you feel your best from morning ’til night, in style and in comfort.” Peach makes premium, versatile apparel for women’s daily wear. Peach is defined by high-quality performance and sports-inspired fabrics to make clothes you can take from day to night. As you can see I took this set from day to night by swapping my heels for a pair of converse tennis shoes and changing up my accessories! 

Here I am wearing the Ponte Blazer in Indigo paired perfectly with the Sumida Crop pants! This is a polished look that can be deconstructed into something more casual. Both pieces work fabulously in my wardrobe as I pride myself on buying pieces that mix and match easily! That is one of the reasons why I am a HUGE fan of Peach! 

 

I reach for Peach all the time when getting dressed, because of how it makes me feel and the versatility it brings into my everyday looks! I love Peach and wear a lot of their pieces even before we had the sudden change to our world.  This is definitely a brand that is great to wear at home, work or the gym (when we resume back to our ‘new normal’ ).

Here I am wearing the Yumi Tye Dye Dress to make a quick run to my local Trader Joe’s. This dress will definitely be on repeat for me all spring and summer long. With ruching all along the sides this figure flattering dress is fabulous!

I have said many times before here on my Blog that I love to stand behind companies that are made for women by women just like Peach is. However, another reason I am so excited to be a Peach Ambassador is because of the integrity of the brand. They help serve their communities inside and out. Here is another wonderful example of how they are helping during this current situation. They are now making masks for personal use…

“We are excited to introduce Reusable (and reversible) Face Masks to help better serve our community during these unprecedented times. In light of the CDC’s recommendation to wear a cloth face covering in public settings, we have teamed up with our U.S. factory to upcycle our remaining, unused reversible legging fabric into personal-use face masks.” – Janet Kraus, Peach CEO & Co-Founder.

All consumer purchases of our face masks help fund our ability to donate masks to essential workers while supporting our network of independent stylists and our US manufacturer. Purchase larger quantities at a discount to distribute to friends, family and community members. 

Discounts are applied automatically at checkout. 

20% off 4 or more 

25% off 10 or more 

30% off + free shipping for 30 or more

Wishing everyone health and safety! Please reach out if you have any questions! 

Xo, Kelley 

 

 

Cabi Spring 2020 Collection Ambassador!

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I am so excited to share with you that I am a cabi Ambassador for Spring 2020!

This first ensemble screams spring!  For an effortless look, I paired their Drama Skirt with the Thespian Blouse for the perfect matching set. That is one of the great things about cabi is they make fashion easy and stylish.

For those of you who might not be familiar with cabi : they are an 18 year old, company known for its one-of-a-kind fashion experience.  What I love about cabi is they were created “by women for women.”  There are approximately 3,000 cabi stylists across the U.S., Canada and the U.K. that offer their clients personalized styling services.

How it works is you shop cabi, thru a personal styling appointment online where they can put you in touch with a cabi stylist in your area, or at a Fashion Experience which are also known as trunk shows.  Stay tuned for a future Blog Post where I will be taking you with me on a Fashion Experience with a cabi stylist.

 

 

Now let’s get down to the good stuff….The Spring 2020 cabi Collection!  “Spring is a time for renewal and growth, so let’s apply this to your wardrobe.”  As you can see in this next look I kept the Thespian Blouse and added the Grace Trouser and Blazer.  These contemporary  cropped pencil leg trousers are on trend and giving my wardrobe a breath of fresh air.

 

Not only does cabi offer amazing pieces of clothing, but they also have fabulous shoes and accessories.  “They say history repeats itself” – and cabi is bringing back a few “beloved vintage styles.”  These Bow Kitten Heels as shown in the photo above are the perfect example! From the kitten heel to the adorable striped bow detail, this shoe will definitely elevate any look.

I look forward to sharing with you my love of cabi’s Spring 2020 Collection over the next few months.

 

 

My new favorite accessory – Peepers!!

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One thing you must know about me when it comes to fashion is,  accessories are ALWAYS the star of my looks!!  I believe that when it comes to choosing accessories, they allow you to bring out your personality and uniqueness.  What comes to mind when I say the word Accessories?  Most likely you are thinking, a great pair of shoes, or an amazing statement necklace, a wonderful structured handbag right????  Well, I want to add one more important item that I bet NEVER entered your mind……….a fabulous pair of EYEGLASSES!  Think about it, if you wear glasses they are most likely the first thing that people see when they look at you.  So, why not make them take a ‘second look’ by wearing the most fabulous brand of eyewear I have found!  Peepers by peeperspecs!

Where do I even start with all the things I love about Peepers?!  They are so fashion forward with such a unique selection of frames and colors, I actually am more excited about choosing which pair I want to wear with each outfit than anything else.  When you see and feel the quality of their frames, you will be amazed when you find out how much they cost!!!  Their average pair range around $25 which makes me even more excited to share them with you.  Here are some of my favorite pairs that I think you will love.

 

 

 

Lets start with these fabulous and bold Bravado (Blue Light) fames in black.  If these don’t make a statement I don’t know what can.  I love that they come with Blue Light protection, since so many of us spend countless hours in front of a screen.  It is no surprise this pair was chosen as one of Oprah’s New Favorite Frames for 2019!!  They come in a variety of colors and you can even order them with no correction if you just want to use them as a fashion statement!!!

 

 

These Coffee Shop frames in Tortoise Wood were another pair that I knew I needed to have.  Between the oversized thick frames and the contrast of recycled bamboo arms, they will certainly cause you to stand out!  These come in several other color combinations that you are sure to love.

 

These ‘eye catching’ Center Stage Focus frames, shown above in Navy Tortoise, are listed as not only Peepers most popular frames, but also as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things!  These frames also offer their Focus Blue Light protection from harmful side effects that come from our computer and phone screens.  They also come in six other amazing color ways and trust me I will be going back for several more colors.

Last but not least, I am wearing these gorgeous Limelight frames in Gray Tortoise.  This pair gave me a fun animal print vibe when I saw them.  All eyes will be on you in this polished style that suits all face shapes.  They also include  Blue Light protection and comes in four other colorways that will compliment any skin tone.  You can see why these also made Oprah’s Favorite Things list as it did mine!

I can’t say enough great things about Peepers and I feel super confident recommending any of their fashion forward frames for you to purchase for yourself or as a gift.  The fact that they are so affordable makes me love them even more.  Lets face it, if you are like me we sometimes misplace our readers (does that come with age)lol, but seriously, as affordable as they are, you can buy several pairs to leave around the house in case of a mishap.

Now you understand why Peepers is now my New favorite accessory and hopefully it will be yours too!

XO

 

 

Wooden Ship Knits- Fall in love!

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I want to share with you an amazing eco-friendly company that is passionate about providing high quality products to their customers with really unique sweaters that I have fallen in love with!  Meet Wooden Ships.

They are family owned and operated company that started 25 years ago.  The amazing founders, Paola and Mark are passionate about taking care of the planet and giving back.  Read more about them and their mission here .

Let me start with this adorable fox sweater , that is absolutely perfect for fall.  I styled it with a pair of dark denim and a pair of fabulous orange suede booties.  (I have linked a similar pair below). I kept it classic, easy and received so many compliments on my look that day.

 

My other absolute favorite is this cozy cropped ‘ride sweater’ .  I styled this sweater with a pair of black denim along with a pair of combat boots to give it a little edge.  Don’t be afraid to pair the sweater with something as simple as a pair of black leggings and throw a pair of ‘over the knee boots’ to complete your look.

 

I can’t say enough about the quality and fit of these sweaters.  For me when shopping for sweaters it is all about the material.  Wooden Ships knits are cozy, and soft on the skin and they have the most adorable designs.  Be sure to check them out and leave a comment below and let me know which one is your favorite.

 

XO

 

 

Still ‘WILD’ about Peach!

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A while back I introduced you all to my favorite activewear line Peach ! I am here to say that they are still my #1 go to for athleisure wear but also amazing wardrobe Fall and Winter wardrobe staples with the launch of their new Autumn 19 Collection ‘Into the Wild’ !

Let’s start off with this fabulous look that to me fall under athleisure wear AND also casual chic style!  I am wearing their Kora Pullover in this rich color Garnet (size S).   The satin detailing along the sides is gorgeous and the fit is a relaxed fit.  I sized up one size to give me a bit more length for wearing with leggings.  And speaking of leggings, can we just please talk about these FABULOUS Nina Leggings also in Garnet! (Size XS). These are beyond show stopping, with their leather-like front they will truly elevate any look!  I love wearing these pieces together, but they totally stand on their own.  Both pieces come in other colors but I highly suggest the garnet color as I promise you will get heads to turn in this beautiful rich color!

Now, to demonstrate my comment about how Peach is now my ‘go to’ for wardrobe staples, this amazing Mara Moto Jacket (sz XS) is from their new Autumn Collection!  I selected this beautiful Khaki color, but it also comes in a beautiful shade of olive.  This jacket is made of a stretch vegan suede, and has fabulous silver hardware details.  You won’t believe the best part of this jacket…….wait for it……..it is MACHINE WASHABLE!!  I promise this piece will be on major repeat for me all Fall and Winter!

I might have saved the best for last!  You all know much I love wearing dresses, and this gorgeous Marula Dress in black (sz XS)  jumped off the page for me and I knew I needed it in my closet ASAP!  It is the absolute perfect combination of Chic and Comfy!  The fabric is a French terry with polished satin details along the sides which elevates this dress to the nines!!!  I love it paired here with snakeskin boots, but I also can’t wait to style it with some fun sneakers for an edgy street style look.

You all know that I only share what I love and would wear myself and I am so honored to be a Peach Ambassador.  I am so impressed with all the pieces that I own from them and I give them the highest recommendation.  Make sure to check out this Autumn 19 Collection and don’t hesitate on ordering as their pieces tend to go fast as they are truly the ULTIMATE in style and quality.

 

XO

 

How to look ‘Slimsational’!

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I am super excited to introduce you all to SlimSation , a women’s clothing line that offers a ‘state of the art’ flexible tummy control panel in every piece of clothing they offer!  (Can I get an Amen)!  I was so excited then they contacted me to ask if I would like to try out a pair of their pants to see how I like them and share them with you all!  I didn’t hesitate for a second and was so excited for their arrival!!

 

I selected their Knit Ankle Pant in black and I am wearing a size 2 (which is the smallest size they offer).  I would recommend sizing down one size in this style pant, as I usually wear a size 0 and I had ample room in the fit.   They are a pull on ankle pant with hem vent &their amazing tummy panel (Yay)!  I am obsessed with their fabric as it is still in the high 90’s here in Florida, and they are so breezy and cool to wear.  Oh, and the best part is the range of sizes they offer in their pants, from size 2 to size 24w!  Fabulous!!

As you can see in the above image everything you are going to achieve when ordering one of their amazing selections of pants!  I can’t recommend SlimSation enough, and I highly encourage you to try a pair!  Who doesn’t want to look 10 pounds lighter and at the same time look so classic and chic!  Thank you so much Slimsation for letting me share the ‘Good News’ to my friends here at 50 Shades of Style!

 

XO

Five ways to wear leopard!!

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I have to say I am SUPER EXCITED about today’s blog post!  Why do you ask?………….Because I love to incorporate leopard when I can in my outfits!

There are so many ways to do this, from ALL OUT to just a subtle touch.  So, depending where you fall in this category, let me show you some examples of how to accomplish this, starting with ‘just a sprinkle’!

#1.  Hair Accessories

Since leopard is the rage right now, you can find some really fun hair accessory pieces and sprinkle it in this way to get your feet wet.  🙂  Whether you select a fun headband like I am wearing or a scarf, or leopard scrunchie, that would be the easiest way to start!

 

#2.  Add a leopard purse OR shoe

First of all notice I said add a leopard purse OR shoe, not BOTH!!  That would be too much!  Look how each look pictured above because that much more interesting by adding a leopard print to the mix.  Super easy to do right?  Make sure to scroll down to the bottom of this article when you are finished reading to see all these great pieces that you can shop directly from here.  🙂

3.  Add a fun leopard skirt

This is probably my most favorite way to add leopard, a leopard skirt!  Whether it is a pencil or a maxi skirt, this is the look I love to style the most.  Just add one of your favorite graphic tees, and you have the perfect ‘casual chic’ look, and you will be the envy of all your girlfriends (trust me)! 🙂

 

#4.  Add a great leopard jacket

So, hopefully I have gotten you excited about what a game changer adding leopard to your look can be!  Are you feeling a bit more comfortable about stepping up your leopard game?!  If so, let’s add a leopard jacket to the mix!  This is really a simple formula (don’t be scared) just start with something all black, like in this example above I am wearing a fun black jumpsuit (notice I am wearing black shoes too) providing the perfect canvas to introduce an amazing jacket!!  (p.s. I will have some good ones linked at the end of this article for you) Trust me on this one, add a great jacket (like above) to your wardrobe to add an amazing impact to your ‘style game’!

 

#5.  Add an all leopard piece

Yes!  We graduated all the way to wearing an ALL LEOPARD for the main course!!!  What do you think?  It looks really great right?  Not too much right?!  Whether it is an all leopard dress (as seen above) or a maxi dress, or a jumpsuit, you will look like you walked right off the cover of your favorite fashion magazine!  But, there are a few rules you need to follow to pull of this look.  1.  Keep the accessories very subtle.  No, wild earrings, shoes, or purse.  In the photo above, notice you can’t even really see my earrings (I am wearing gold hoops BTW) and my purse if solid black.  This is really important to follow along, also notice my shoes are really toned down.  The 2nd rule to pulling this off is really simple, BE CONFIDENT!

I promise you can pull this all leopard look off, but you need to ‘feel the part’ to ‘look the part’, so hold your head up high when you walk into the room looking like the million bucks that I know you are!!!

 

 

 

 

How to wear denim on denim!

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One of my favorite looks to style is wearing denim on denim!  Have you ever tried it?  Well, I hope after reading this post, you will be excited to give it a try.  So, let’s start with something easy yet very chic.

So, if you want to play it safe, there is nothing better than a great all denim dress.  When the temps are rising in the summer, a classic shift dress works perfectly and can be worn to a number of occasions.  This particular dress shown above is a darker wash, lightweight denim and I think it is perfect for brunch, a work function and even church.  The fact that it is a dark wash really makes the difference I believe, in why it works for a dressier daytime event.  When it comes to accessorizing dark denim, my suggestion is keep the purse and the bag light. (especially in the summer).  You can see, I chose neutral tones, in all of my accessories above and it creates a really nice blend.

 

Next, we are going to pair two  denim pieces together and create an outfit.  It might sound like too much, and that you couldn’t see yourself doing it, but I hope from seeing the look above, you see that it looks great!  I started with this great midi-length denim skirt, and added a slightly lighter shade chambray top.  Yes, they are right next to each other and it works perfectly.  In fact, I think it looks very chic, and I bet you your friends will tell you how much they LOVE your outfit when you try this!!  Once again, I kept the accessories, light, and in this case, added fun bright colors.  They work perfectly together, as you want your denim pieces to be the canvas for these colors to work off of.  Am I winning you over yet?   Okay, let’s keep moving.

 

Okay, this is basically a play off of the last denim on denim skirt I showed you previously, but now we are going to take this look ‘on the town’!!  So, we are starting with this adorable denim frayed skirt, took the same top as previously shown, (which is also a little bit of a lighter wash than the skirt) and now we are going to take this up a notch!  How do we do that?  We do it with the accessories, which you all know I believe are the ‘star’ of any look!  So, since we are wanting this to be a ‘fun night out’ look, we need to add some amazing shoes and a gorgeous bag.  I would say we hit a ‘home run’ with these multi-colored snakeskin booties and this rich colored velvet bag!  Can you see how that totally changed everything!!  Pretty easy formula wouldn’t you say?

 

Lastly, I want to show you that you can mix you denim with other colored denim!  Now, don’t go crazy with this.  I would just keep it monochromatic for the most part and have your one piece be the different color.  It is really important to keep your shoes black as well, to achieve this affect.  So, in this example we are taking an all black denim look and adding the blue denim jacket as the ‘pop’ and focal piece of this look.   Do you see how your eye gravitates towards the denim jacket?  This trick really will set up apart and you should feel very proud of yourself for pulling off such a chic look.

I hope these examples gave you the confidence to put together your ‘own’ denim on denim looks and I would love to hear from you how you did and most importantly all the great comments that you are going to get!

xoxo