Winter Whites, Golds, and Everything Nice

It officially feels like winter here in Wisconsin this weekend with temperatures in the 30's and frost on the ground!  

If you live in a cold weather climate, like Wisconsin, you need a winter jacket (or a few depending on the level of warmth you need). This black long pea coat is my absolute favorite jacket of all time...and it was purchased at a resale shop for only $20 (originally from J Crew!). 

 Today's look has lots of texture going on. Rather than pattern mixing why not try texture mixing? We have the fur of the scarf, the soft chiffon of the blouse, and the tweedy style of the skirt. 

Both this cream blouse and skirt are from Kohl's several years ago, but I love how classic and versatile they are. I have been able to get so much use out of them!

I'm once again loving this faux fur scarf wrap from Target. It's not only cozy, but the perfect chic accessory with nearly any look!

Every great look needs beautiful accessories to go along with it right? This bracelet is a favorite from Charming Charlies and this clutch is from Target (which I thrifted for under $2). They both compliment the color scheme, but add more pattern to the look as well too!

Hopefully you had a fabulous weekend & are staying warm!

<3 CMM

Animal Kingdom

It's hard to believe that one week ago I was traveling back home from my trip to Mexico and Dallas. While I was there I of course had to do a little bit of shopping! I was visiting a dressbarn store in Irving, TX and stumbled upon an oxblood vegan leather dress I had been swooning over (as had many magazines), but I never had gotten around to purchasing it. I knew I had to have it!

So often my fall/winter go to over a dress is a leather jacket, but with this dress it was a bit too much, so I had to come up with some other options. Each look I put together centers around fur. Whether it be real or fake, fur is luxe!

 Look 1.

I took a chambray button up that I had in my closet, and tied it at my waist (about three buttons up from the bottom). I then layered a long chain necklace, and put a dark faux fur scarf over the necklace. This one I purchased at Target last year (I have it in teal & a light brown as well). I've seen some new colors and styles at Target this  year as well. To add some pattern to this look, I paired it with a shimmering snake skin patterned clutch from Target (thrifted for $1.50). I chose light brown booties (since I didn't have oxblood) which cognac trim. Would you believe they are from WAL-MART?! They were less than $30, and have a very comfortable heel height. 

Look 2. 

I chose a gold & "parkly" statement necklace from Target (thrifted for $4), to match my pave gold bracelet and ring (also from Target). The real focus of this look however is this mink fur cape (real fur). Would you believe I thrifted this from St. Vinny's for only $6. I'm not much of a fur person, but at that price how could I not get it?! To dress up this look I chose a pair of black snakeskin heels (thrifted $5). This would be a great look for a winter wedding or party!

Look 3.

 This look is all about this faux fur leopard jacket from Forever 21. I do not wear it often, as it does make for quite a statement, but it is a fun piece to have in my closet. I chose a large brown pearl necklace, black clutch, and black booties for a classic look. This look would be great for dinner, church, or a fun day out & about.

Always remember that so often a piece in your closet can be styled many different ways! Hope you're having a great weekend!

 <3 CMM

Influenster-YSL Rouge Pur Couture Review

Happy Saturday! Hopefully you had a fabulous week. Today I wanted to speak about Influenster, and the free lipstick I received for testing purposes! For those of you who are unfamiliar with Influenster, it is a company that sends samples to its members to test and review based on their social media presence. It is absolutely free to sign up! Just because you sign up, doesn't mean you will necessarily receive free product (you have to meet the qualifications of the test). 

I was so excited when I received an email stating I had qualified to receive the YSL Rouge Pur Couture voxbox! Lipstick has never been my thing until about one year ago. Although I generally wear perfect nude #228 by ULTA, I have been branching out of my normal zone with brighter hues as well lately.  Two lipsticks, Fuchsia & Rose Stiletto, part of YSL's Rouge Pur Couture line were included in the box. I've never worn hot pink lips before, but can I just say Fuchsia has my heart!

 

 I've worn this color when I really want my look to.. "POP!" 

The other color, Rose Stiletto, is more of a neutral red color. 

 

 

I really have loved testing these two lip colors out (they will last me for quite some time). I love the packaging they come in, as well as the amount of time they last! I can go the whole day without a total reapplication, which I can't say of my drug store brand lipstick. 

Want to know my only complaint? The taste... Each time I put it on I seem to notice a very chemically sort of taste in my mouth for quite some time after application. I haven't noticed this with my drug store brand lippies before.

 All in all I would highly recommend these gorgeous colors and all the other hues YSL Beauty has to offer as part of the YSL Rouge Pur Couture Collection!

 

Have a great rest of your weekend!

<3 CMM

 

10.26.2016

I've been seeing many bloggers style capes & ponchos this fall, and after seeing this beauty at dressbarn I thought it was time that I jump on board with the trend!

 This beauty is $35, and comes in black as well too! Because of the neutral tones in the cape, I decided to continue the neutrals throughout the rest of my look (Although it would look great with a pop of color too!).

 

 How cute are these booties (and how pretty is this side walk)? Guess where they are from....WAL-MART! They are currently on sale online for about $17. I did what any savvy shopper would do and ordered them online and picked them up in store (no shipping cost). In store they are about $24 (still a great price).

Another great WAL-MART find includes these beautiful front to back earrings (only $3)!

This belt matches perfectly with my booties & works to give the cape a different look!

I hope you had a great Monday!

<3 CMM

Blushing

 So often we think, "fall is here, it's time to break out the dark colors." Although deep hues of oxblood & rust are often fall go-to colors, why not remember pastels provide a beautiful pallet for anytime of year?

Friday's look centered around a faux leather blush jacket from dressbarn that I purchased recently & have come to love.

I love that the jacket will be perfect moving into the spring season as well! Technically this jacket has a drape front, but I folded it under to give the look of a straight lapel. Some drape fronts or wide lapels can make the top half appear larger, myself included. By folding it under I felt a bit more "balanced."

Underneath I chose my silver double fringe necklace along with an embellished neckline lounge sweater with flecks of gold both from dressbarn as well. 

 I think everyone needs a pair of cream skinny jeans or cords in their closet! I scored this pair on clearance at last winter's end from Old Navy. I love that they stick to the pastel theme, and also add another texture to the look. 

How will you do pastel this season?

<3 CMM

#FALLingforOlive & Suede

This week I've teamed up with six bloggers to show you how we style olive & suede.

Some days all you need is a t & jeans and you're good to go. This look, although effortless, is still chic and put together!

Rather than wearing a jean jean, why not try a colored pair like these? I love that olive is a color that you can wear anytime of year because it plays well with neutrals, corals, oxblood, and many prints!

And for fall, what works better with these skinny jeans than a pair of suede booties? 

Since it has been a bit cooler (a t was not quite warm enough), a faux leather jacket does just the trick when out and about.

How amazing is this pendant necklace?! I had seen it when in NJ at TJ Maxx, and passed it up, but I kept thinking about it! When I was out of town recently I stopped at a TJ Maxx and was so excited to see it!

I hope you're having a great week! Be sure to check out the beautiful ladies below.

<3 CMM

Elizabeth of Lovely Things // Kenzie of Kenz Kaye // Christina of The Stylings of CMM

Paige of Hometown Heels // Jensyn of Stripes in Bloom // Lauren of Urban Ombre // Chelsea of Sweet Sunlight Style