October 22, 2018

WEARING A FALL DRESS AS A SKIRT

Not crazy about the cold weather already but I am excited about all the fall layers I've been wearing lately. Lots of scarves & jackets & cardigans - those are the obvious layering options - don't forget about layering in out of the box ways, like adding tights or turning your dress into a skirt by adding a sweater on top! Make sure your sweater is fitted or knot it like I did to show off your waist.

 Classic black tights are a staple in my closet since I love to wear dresses during all seasons, but this time around I opted for a slightly unexpected navy pair to match my outfit! I love how this look turned out. The navy tights are subtle but coordinate perfectly with this printed piece & my booties tie it all together.

As with all my tights, this pair is by Berkshire Legwear. They have endless options of hosiery, from classic black tights to colored pairs to prints & don't forget the socks - they have ankle socks all the way to knee high socks with the same huge variety available as the tights.

 Dress: LOFT | Sweater: H&M | Tights: c/o Berkshire Tights | Booties: Steve Madden (old, similar)

What's your favorite way to layer for fall?

XO

Michelle Paige


PS. Burgundy and navy seems to be a color palette that I wear fall season, after fall season, after fall season. See other ways I've styled these colors here & here.





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October 27, 2017

SWITCH UP YOUR LOOK WITH TIGHTS

I bought this skirt last weekend while at LOFT with my girlfriend & as I was trying it on & brainstorming ways to style it, she was like "This skirt would make a great blog post!! How to wear a skirt in the fall!" SO here I am, taking that idea and running with it. (Thanks Bri!) 

 

When the weather gets cold, & I mean really cold, I end up throwing on jeans & a sweater everyday.  But fall is my favorite type of weather because the weather is so temperate. I can wear a sweater one day & a dress the next. I can play with layering & fall accessories for styling purposes more than for warmth! So when it came to styling this skirt for fall, my mind went in a million different directions: should I pair it with a sweater? OTK boots? a leather jacket? All of these styling ideas are fantastic (& will most likely be worn at some point later on!) but on this particular day, I wanted to accessorize my skirt with a pair of fun tights. 

Not only are Berkshire tights great quality, they also have a ton of fun prints. Of course I have classic pairs of solid black, but I also have polka dots, diamonds & stripes! They are such a fun way to accessorize a fall outfit! I love the way printed tights act as an entirely new element in an outfit. With bare legs, this outfit may have been borderline pretty but the tights totally make it edgier. I thought about wearing polka dot tights to accentuate the buttons on my skirt but opted for stripes to elongate my legs. What do you guys think?

Top: Forever 21 (similar) | Skirt: LOFT | Tights: c/o Berkshire Tights | Booties: Steve Madden | Bag: Tory Burch


I haven't seen Jody all week (Right now, his new job is causing us to have opposite schedules during the week...boooo) so I am extra excited for the weekend & to spend time together! Hope you all have great weekends!


XO
Michelle Paige

October 21, 2016

FALL COLOR TRENDS

Today's post is all about must-wear fall colors. As a safe bet, if a leaf changes into one of these shades, you can bet I'll be wearing it during the fall season.   I love colors like mustard, olive green, burgundy, rust and camel. Wearing these shades is a subtle nod to the changing leaves and a great way to work some color into your wardrobe as the weather cools off. 

The most awesome part about this Vera Bradley bag is it includes so many of my favorite fall shades - browns, mustard and reds. This tote paired perfectly with my rust colored sweater (it's lightweight so it's perfect for the transitional weather & it comes in a TON of colors!). I finished this look with a black leather skirt & my new black velvet booties to really let the fall shades in my bag & sweater take center stage.





Style Tip: Adding tights to a mini skirt or short dress also adds coverage.  I was desperate to wear my new velvet booties but knew that a mini skirt with heeled booties could end up looking more nighttime than daytime, if you catch my drift... So I added a sheer pair of Berkshire tights to balance this look. ( I love the back leg stripe on this pair - it adds such an interesting detail.)


Sweater: American Eagle | Skirt: Zara (old, similar) | TIghts: c/o Berkshire Tights | Bag: c/o Vera Bradley | Boots: Michael Kors | Sunglasses: Ray Ban | Jewelry: Gorjana, Michael Kors



XO,
Michelle Paige

October 14, 2016

BLUE VELVET

I am super excited about today's outfit because it includes one of my favorite trends for the fall: velvet! 90's styles have been reemerging for a few seasons now, but this is the first season that velvet has really become popular and I could not be more excited.  Even the inexpensive pieces, like this dress (which is under $20 & available in 3 velvet shades!) looks glamorous and luxurious. 

January 15, 2016

THE PERFECT WINTER LAYERING PIECE

I am most definitely a person with one wardrobe.  Many people have pieces that they wear to work & other pieces that they wear on weekends, or pieces that they were during the summer & store away for the winter.  But I love a good fashion challenge so I like say my entire wardrobe is fair game no matter the occasion or season.  Jumpsuits & dresses are a couple of those easy, one & done pieces that I love to wear during the summer.  Wearing them into the winter can be a bit tricky, but by adding a turtleneck underneath, it is totally possible to style these in the wintertime!

December 29, 2015

BLACK & RUST & BLUSH

Can I just go on record and say that unique color pairings are the absolute best?  Black and white is one of my classic favorites but I get such a kick out of finding random colors & making them work together in one outfit.  Remember my orange & cobalt look? Or my magenta and emerald pairing?  Today, I paired together this rust colored sweater & booties with a blush colored watch & skirt. 

April 17, 2014

BLACK MAGIC

Top: Urban Outfitters; Skirt: Zara (love this one); Booties: Aldo (similar); Bag: Tory Burch; Jewelry: Michele, David Yurman, Nomination, Pandora, Sarah Chloe

I try to shy away from black during the spring time but some days, I just love the dark. I keep a mono-colored outfit from getting too boring, by wearing interesting shapes & fabrics! I decided to pair a peplum leather skirt with a cotton peplum top.  I finished off the look with patterned tights & black suede booties for a look that is anything but basic black.


XO,
Michelle Paige

March 13, 2014

BLUSHING

Jacket:Forever 21; Skirt: Forever 21; Shoes: Valentino; Earrings: Michael Kors

In case you haven't been able to tell, I am loving everything & every shade of pink lately - but without question, my favorite shade for spring is blush.  Since it is still so cold in NY, I decided to pair my skirt & jacket with black basics, but I can't wait for bare legs & white accessories with these pieces. 

February 25, 2014

wine + studs

Dress: Francesca's; Blazer: Aqua (old);  Bag: Rebecca Minkoff; Tights: Forever 21; Watch: Marc By Marc Jacobs;  Bracelets: Nomination, Alex & Ani;  Rings: Pandora;  Earrings:  Michael Kors

Every girl loves a little bling sometimes; this outfit was full of it!