B's View: My Favorite Looks from NYFW '13, Part Un

I am so excited for New York Fashion Week!  To get everyone in the mood, here are my favorite looks from NYFW 2013.  Each designer is their own, distinctly beautiful and so chic.  I had so many favorite looks. This is just part 1.  Enjoy! ~ B

 Altuzarra

 Calvin Klein

Carolina Herrera

 Herve Leger by Max Azria

 Monique Luhllier

Work Wardrobe: The Winter Blues

Cobalt blue is gorgeous so it is a no-brainer that I made it the inspiration for this work look.  I started with a blue sweater and threw a pop of white from my button up blouse.  The back of the sweater is longer so  you get a peak of the white in the front to break up the dark colors.  Also, I added on a necklace to add some femininity.  This is an undercover comfortable outfit that still looks put together and work appropriate.  ~B

Cobalt blue hi-lo sweater - $18.90 day after Thanksgiving at Kohls
White button up - Apt. 9 at Kohls
Black ponte pants - Elle for Kohls
Black studded smoking loafers - Kohls
Blue crystal necklace - $9.99 from Jane.com

B's View: Spare Room Line Up

Okay, I know not everyone has an entire room to spare but even if you have a corner to spare, here are a few suggestions on how you can use the space!  Display your beautiful shoes and show off your jewelry collection.  Happy organizing! ~B

Line 'Em Up

All you need is a cheap bookcase, and your shoe collection.  I have shoes for days, maybe even weeks and they are always hiding in my closet.  So when when Danny started his new job and no longer needed a home office, we decided to use the space for some fun!  You can get a great cheap bookcase at Walmart or Target for around $30 dollars. Danny got two shelves and I got 4, that is fair right?  I love seeing them lined up and find that I wear more of a variety because I see what I have.  This is great for shoes, hats, and purses.

Hang 'Em Up

Okay, how many necklaces are too many?  Forget I asked, I don't want to know...anyway, I like to see what I am working with or get inspiration for an outfit from a piece.  There are a few ways to display your necklaces to have a little fun.  I have an accordion hanger with 13 knobs (bottom left photo) and a few individual hangers to display some of my favorite pieces (bottom right photo).  These are just fun ways to dress up a wall or accompany a photo of Audrey Hepburn.  

Dress 'Em Up

My sweet mom and sister bought me this mannequin for a house-warming gift and I love having it in our spare room.  Its like having a life-size barbie to dress up in your own clothes.  I like to swap out what I put on the mannequin to inspire outfit ideas or display a favorite new hat.  You can find great deals on these at TJ Maxx or Marshalls.

B's View: A Talented Friend with a Beautiful Heart

I met Brianne years ago when I began dating Danny.  I can honestly say she is one of the nicest and most talented people I know.  We shared a love for style so naturally we got along quite well.  A few years ago, she decided to follow her dreams of attending design school and that took her to the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Savannah, Georgia.  I have since followed her journey of learning, growing, and producing pieces that are not only beautiful but have such an easy chic vibe about them. 

It is now Brianne's senior year at SCAD and with that, she is creating her senior collection.  Please check out the video below where she explains her motivation and inspiration for the collection.  It is very personal and quite literally comes from the heart.  Please join me in helping her accomplish her dreams and donate through Kickstarter here by February 23rd.  She does also want to donate a portion of the proceeds to the American Heart Association.  

I can't wait to see what the future has in store for Brianne but whatever it is, I know she will remain the smart, talented and sweet girl that I have the pleasure of calling a friend.  Good luck Brianne!  ~B

Brianne in the work room!

B's View: A Few of My Favorite Posts

I have really enjoyed writing and sharing my daily adventures of style with you!  I have been M.I.A. for a while but I am getting back on track to bring you more affordable style and ensemble inspiration for 2014!  I want to kick this off with reviewing some of my favorite posts from 2013!  Here is to a happy 2014!!!!  ~B

How to Succeed in Color Blocking

In this post I offer a few tips and tricks to color block for the office.  It's quite fun!

B's Favorite Things: Grey T-shirt

One of Danny's soft t-shirts shrank so now it belongs to me naturally!  I give ways to style it for the weekend, work, or date night.

B's View: How to Add Length to a Skirt in Seconds

Layering skirts can do a lot.  It can add length, making a summer dress office appropriate, or it can add volume, which is fun and slims your waist.

Lipstick Obsessed

This is my first post ever.  I take you through the different types of lip-color from low maintenance to high drama, giving you my favorite products along the way.

Work Wardrobe: Highlight the Fun

This weather is blah!  The best way for me turn that around is to throw some bright color in the mix!  The shapes are still professional so I can make it work for work!  Brighten up your work week with a fun fuchsia or tantalizing teal.  ~B

Black blazer - New York & Co. - clearance (You can always find a clearance blazer there)
Grey tee - my favorite grey tee makes yet another appearance
Highlighter yellow pencil skirt - Target clearance for $12
Neon feather necklace - Charming Charlies clearance $3 baby!  (If I have the energy to go in this store, I go straight to the back wall.  I always find one or two bargains!)

Work Wardrobe: Cupid's Blazer

I found a fun maroon blazer and couldn't think of what to pair it with until I thought of Valentine's Day!  I pulled my blush button-up out of my closet and rolled up my sleeves...literally.  To show a little more of your button-up, just roll it up with your sleeves.  This pairing puts a unique spin on an office staple. ~B

Maroon blazer - $35.00 LC Lauren Conrade for Kohls (available in 5 other colors)
Crepe blouse - $17.99 Apt. 9 for Kohls, one of B's favorite things, check it out here!
Black trouser - New York & Co.  clearance (they always have basic professional pieces on clearance!)