August 29, 2014

ORANGE YOU GLAD?

Top: Forever 21 (similar) | Skirt: Forever 21 (seen here) | Sandals: Sam Edelman | Bag: Kate Spade | Sunglasses: Ray Ban (seen here) | Jewelry: Francesca's (love this), Alex & Ani, Wrenn Jewelry

I hope everyone joins a fun, relaxing, safe Labor Day weekend! 

My favorite LDW sales:

Buy 1, Get 1 for $10 at Aerie

Up to 75% off + 10% extra at Asos

50% off at BaubleBar

40% off EVERYTHING at Express

50% off fall styles at LOFT

August 28, 2014

A LITTLE BIT OF ROCK & ROLL

While I love the look of a crop top with a high-waist skirt or pair of shorts, this particular crop top was too revealing for a day in the office (especially with its open back), so I pulled a coordinating colored tank from my closet & layered the two for a casual, yet still covered look.  The looser fit of this crop top was the perfect layering tool; anything tighter would have shown my layers. 

If you love the crop top trend but don't love the idea of showing that much skin, try layering a crop top over a tank.  Keep the top loose for a streamlined look.

This outfit ended up with quite a few gray & cool blue tones which made me feel a bit more rock & roll for a day.  A departure from the brighter shades I usually lean towards that give my outfits more of a feminine vibe.

Would you try this layering technique?

Crop Top: Urban Outfitters (similar) | Tank: Urban Outfitters (seen here) | Jeans: Zara (similar) | Booties: Rag & Bone (seen here) | Sunglasses: Express | Jewelry: Pandora, Michele

XO,

Michelle Paige

Shop "made for layering" crop tops: 

August 27, 2014

august buys

My favorite August purchases... Do you see a theme? 

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 I think I may have an obsession with graphic tops...
See how I wore my sweatshirt here & stay tuned for the rest coming up soon!
Plus, be sure to check out my shop page to see some of my picks for fall!

Shop your own graphic tees (under $30!):

What trend can't you get enough of this month?

August 26, 2014

i love you wildfox

Sweatshirt: Wildfox (love this, this, & this) | Shorts: American Eagle | Shoes: Tory Burch | Bag: Michael Kors (similar)

A post-beach outfit from this past weekend.  After a day at the beach, my skin is usually more sensitive than usual from being exposed to the sun all day.  I like to cozy up with a light weight sweatshirt & this Wildfox one is my new favorite.

August 25, 2014

mix & match

Top: Prabal Gurung for Target | Skirt: Francesca's (seen here) | Shoes: Sam Edelman | Bag: Phillip Lim | Jewelry: Michele 

Lots of bold pattern play for a Monday morning.

Link Up: What I Wore, Favorite Fashions, Style Me Wednesday

Shop the look:

August 22, 2014

BLACK LACE

Dress: Free People | Sandals: Stuart Weitzman | Jewelry: Nomination

I usually steer clear of black in the summer, but this Free People is the perfect summer dress despite it's black color.  Plus, it's on sale now here & here! 

(you can thank me later)

Have a great weekend! 

XO,

Michelle Paige

August 19, 2014

GIVEAWAY (closed!)

I am so excited to be hosting my first giveaway with Rock Jewelry LV.  I first came across Lori's business on Instagram & was intrigued by her process of tumbling rocks & turning them into handmade jewelry!

Lori was so fun to work with; you can tell she is totally passionate about what she does & puts a lot of work into making sure her products are top notch.  She works with the finest rocks - turquoise, amethyst, tiger eye, etc & creates beautiful combos of rocks & colors to create one of a kind jewelry!  Check out the Rock Jewelry website to see more creations.

She was kind enough to send me a box full of goodies & while I want to keep it all for myself, three of you will be lucky enough to win some Rock Jewelry of your own!  


Choice 1 - a variety of rock pendants on a rope necklace (includes petrified wood, amethyst & moss agate, just to name a few)


Choice 2 - a variety of rock pendants on a silver chain (includes quartz crystal, tiger eye, amethyst, etc)


Choice 3 - bracelet duo - include tiger's eye & quartz crystal stones

Be sure to follow the guidelines below & do so quick! 
This giveaway will close 8/22 at midnight!
Winners will be announced in Friday's post.

Good luck ;)

a Rafflecopter giveaway

August 18, 2014

summer maxi

Dress: Francesca's (similar) | Shoes: Tieks | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff 

Make sure you pop back tomorrow - 

I have an exciting jewelry giveaway starting Tuesday morning!

Until then, have a great start to your week...

Link Up: Fashion Informant, Monday Must Haves

August 15, 2014

NUDE DRESS

I wore this dress to a 'Saturday night soiree' a couple of weekends ago. I had planned to wear a black dress to the party, but saw this dress in Zara, had a gift card & made it mine.  It's the perfect party dress for a summer night in August & the nude color made me look super tan ;).

I kept the shoes & accessories really simple & nude colored as well for a classy & feminine monochromatic look. 

Dress: Zara | Shoes: French Connection | Bag: Coach (similar) | Jewelry: C Wonder, Nomination

Have a happy weekend!

XO

Michelle Paige

August 14, 2014

BRIGHT BAUBLES

Tank: Urban Outfitters | Blazer: Macy's (similar) | Skirt: Zara (similar) | Shoes: Birkenstock | Jewelry: Bauble Bar, Alex & Ani, Michele

How gorgeous is this necklace? I was so drawn to the bright rainbow colors & the cool rope chain. The necklace has so much personality, so I let it speak for itself with a simple black/white outfit. I got this piece a couple of weeks ago at the Bauble Bar sample sale.  Bauble Bar is the perfect place to find on trend jewelry at affordable prices! They have such a huge selection - check out some of the pieces that I have my eye on.

PS. I am honored to be featured in not one but two places today!

Check out one of my favorite outfits in the Style Confessions Link Up today

Also, be sure to see me as Simply Sinova's Favorite Fashion Finds!

Link Up: Style Me Wednesday, Let it Shine

Shop my Bauble Bar favorites: 

August 13, 2014

365 DAYS

One year + a few days ago, Jody & I started dating (eeek, time flies!).  My five favorite photos of us...

October: lost in a corn maze, literally, lost.

December: family time around Christmas time

February: my sweet valentine

May: party animals at a puppy's party ;)

August: coordinating outfits at their finest

I hit the jackpot this year.  Thanks J, for making me smile for the last 365 days. 
*fist bump*

August 12, 2014

VESTED

Dress: Francesca's (similar) | Vest: Urban Outfitters | Belt: Francesca's | Booties: Sam Edelman | Bag: Michael Kors | Jewelry: House of Harlow, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Alex & Ani, Wrenn Jewelry

I am loving the color red for fall.  It is such a powerful color & can be paired with almost any other color.  I let the bright red color of this dress really stand out by pairing it with neutral greens & brown tones. 

Link Up: Fashion Informant, Monday Blooms, Spotlight Weekly

Shop red dresses: