Spring Awakening: Trends To Wear in 2014

Seriously, you guys, I am utterly, completely, totally over winter. I just refuse to acknowledge its blistering existence. In my mind, I'm already walking around bare legs exposed, pastels ablaze.

With my mind racing with all the things I'd love to wear this Spring, I'm looking to the future weather of warmer days. And while everyone has their own predictions as to what's going to be "it" this year, I have my own style inclinations. Check out my thoughts on what trends, and styles, you should try on for size this Spring...

The color: While I think orange is going to be the new black this year (bad pun intended), pastels will make the rounds again. Neon will still be here, but are going to take a vacation. Don't believe me? Check out Pantone's Fashion Color Report for Spring 2014.

The shoes: At the top of my must-have is Sole Society's cut-out Liesey oxford. It reeks of British flair while also speaking to my inner hipster. However, the resurgence of the printed heel is one trend I can't wait to wear, and is perfect for women of all ages!

The bag: The satchel is getting a makeover, and the brick red Kate Spade Saturday Assembly Satchel is everything. I love the play on a traditional satchel styling, but crafted in waxed cotton and accented with complementary leather handles. All over this bag. Plus, I'm loving the Danielle Nicole cobalt bag from Piperlime.

The prints: Stripes and florals - Do I even need to boast how much I love these prints? Florals aren't anything particularly new, but I sense there's going to be a lot more 70s inspired prints. From tops to pants, you won't go wrong wearing either print.

The accessories: The bolder, the better. The statement necklace will never ever not be a factor. As for sunglasses, the mod-style of plain and simple rounds will become Spring's accessory to have. Think John Lennon's iconic shades in a thicker frame.

Chelsea Hall Girl

When I was a child, I used to pretend I had to wear glasses. Poking the tinted lenses out of sunglasses, I'd put them on and imagine I had an alter ego. Hey, if Clark Kent could do it, so could I.

As an adult, I still love the idea of wearing glasses, even though I'm fortunate to have good vision. Glasses are just as much an accessory as jewelry, and for me, they let me have fun with my look.

Lucky for me, Rivet & Sway asked if I would show off my Chelsea Hall style inspired by their new Chelsea Hall Collection. Giving a nod to the 70s vibe of androgynous style and the fearless women who defined this decade, a #ChelseaHallGirl is all about being daring, edgy and breaking the rules when it comes to style.

Thanks to Rivet & Sway's try at home program, they whisked 5 frames, a combination of optical and sunglass styles, to me to test drive for 5 days. The frames come equipped with clear lenses - perfect for accessorizing and experimenting - but you can purchase prescription and non-prescription frames. 

I immediately loved this purple frame called Pantsuit. Its interior is lined with a lighter purple. Sold!

 I could see myself rocking these on a daily basis because the frame fits in well paired next to my bangs, and the I love how they have a stylishly-smart feel. Plus, I needed a sunnie, and the oversized round-frame Superfly in True Blood was perfect for a bright and sunny Sunday. 

Medallion Print Swing Dress, worn as a top - Boohoo.com / Leather Skater Skirt - Forever 21 / Colorblock Tote - c/o Sole Society / Jeffrey Campbell Evade Oxfords / Black Tights - H&M / Chelsea Hall Pantsuit Glasses in Purple Haze - c/o Rivet & Sway / Black and White Crystal Statement Necklace - Francesca's

But, I've still got a couple more frames to go!
I'll be featuring more Chelsea Hall styles this week, so stay tuned!

To learn more about Rivet & Sway, including their prescription and non-prescription selection of glasses and frames, visit their website! 

Design the Handbag of Your Dreams with Wink & Winn!

As someone who can be rather picky about the handbags I arm myself with, I have often dreamed of being able to design my own handbag. To be able to put my own touch on something that truly represents my style would be amazing...

Now, Wink & Winn are making those handbag dreams of mine, and yours, a reality! You customize it your way - from picking the style, to choosing the colors, hardware, leather texture - everything! Wink & Winn's user-friendly site is uber easy to use, and it's absolutely addictive to conjure up the combinations of colors you can put together on up to 10 different handbag styles.

Check out my video on how to create your very own bag on Wink & Winn! Then, keep checking back to see what kind of bag I created!

I'm Completely Over This Snow

This is my official "I'm completely over this snow" post. I'm not kidding.

In February alone, it has snow almost every 4 days in New Jersey. Sure, it looks pretty when it's falling, but after it's over... it just hangs out like an unwanted house guest. Is this what people in Alaska feel like? Maybe I should learn how to live in an igloo?

While I'm happy in this outfit, considering it has a pop of color,  I'm rocking a beanie, and this Gap sweater is unbelievably warm and snugly, I just miss feeling a bit more girly in my skirts and dresses. And it's hard to be creative in this weather as far as outfit photos go. New Jersey is covered in dirty snow, or what clean snow is left, you can't do anything fun on it.

I attempted to stand on top of the snow, which worked for a hot minute, but then fell through it... Knee deep snow, people. Knee deep.

  Knit Gold Lurex Beanie - Zara / Black and Gold Sunglasses - Urban Outfitters /  Knit Black and White Sweater - Gap / Purple Pants - Candies / Wedge Sneakers - Express / Bib Necklace - c/o Sorrelli

Oh well, while it's snowy here, I can at least admire all the fashionable ladies attending London Fashion Week at the moment. Have you seen Sophia Webster's collection? My God... I now know why I go to work... To afford shoes like hers. 

Bold and Bright-Lipped

Happy Valentine's Day! I'm sorry, but I can't get enough of the holiday. Some people hate it, say it's a commercialized holiday - which, in some ways, it is. But, if that means I get chocolate, can wear more red, and can make a mess with some heart confetti - then I love it!

Typically for V-Day, I'd be decked out in a skirt or dress that reaks of blatantly holiday machismo. But, Mother Nature hates New Jersey this year, and on top of the cold weather, the snow that's been dropped on us is really killing my style vibe. I noticed I've been wearing a lot more black in my outfit posts... Subconsiously, I'm in mourning for the day that I can wear proper tights and frilly skirts.

However, the prism-print dress from Boohoo.com honestly lights up my day. To keep with this love-themed day, I'm finally going to rock my Pixie Market Lips Purse (which was featured in my DIY heart mani post). It was a Christmas gift from my present... Isn't it divine?

Fur Give and Fur Get Coat - c/o LuLu*s / Prism Print Dress - c/o Boohoo 

 Lips Purse - Pixie Market (sold out, but they also carry this red lips clutch!) / Black Tights - H&M / Patent Leather Wedge Boots - Modcloth.com / Green Retro Style Sunglasses - c/o SunglassWarehouse.com / NARS Satin Lip Pencil in YU

Have a fab Valentine's Day!

Show some love, and wear what you love on this most mushy of days!