Color Me Style: Breaking The Brown & Black Mixing Myth (Dedicated to Christine)!


In an effort for some variety, I turned to my dear friend Christine for some blog inspiration. Of course, there’s plenty of great deals out there this weekend with all of the Black Friday sales, but I was intrigued by her question about mixing black & brown, as in boots & dress, or belt & bag. 2013 is  a year to break the rules with accessories coordination & knowing which hues work best for your look, despite the myths that these colors don’t work together!

Walmart - waistband dress $14.00, Payless - riding boots $29.99, H&M - leather belt $12.95, & Dress Barn - disc earrings $12.00.

The first look I’m featuring shows a casual chic way to reinterpret a little black dress, including brown accessories: Faux leather waistband dress ($14.00) in black @WalmartBrash Zane riding boot ($29.99) in cognac @Payless, Glitter disc earrings ($12.00) in brown @Dress Barn, & leather belt ($12.95) in brown @H&M.

Target - sweater dress $29.99, Forever 21 - chain necklace $12.80, JC Penney - stretch bead bracelets $7.95, & DSW - NYLA flat $19.95.

To dress up a flattering brown sweater dress, I’ve picked some luxe black accessories to make this look perfect & effortless for the holidays. Here’s what we’re working with: Mossimo long sleeved sweater dress ($29.99) in brown heather @Target, sleek curb chain necklace ($12.80) in black / gold @Forever 21, & black bead & shell stretch bracelet ($7.50) in black / gold @JC Penney, & NYLA Elanino flat ($19.94) in black @DSW.

Other style myths worth breaking are the navy & black combination, as well as wearing gold & silver jewelry. There are so many ways around a clashing look, and often mixing metals & textures can be even more fabulous! For more shopping posts, check out fashionable flats on sale for Black Friday, stylish sweater steals from The Limited & Old Navy, & ladylike stud earrings from Lauren Conrad’s Kohl’s collection! Happy Styling!

Black Friday Sale Update: EVERYTHING Is On Sale @Old Navy!


Even if you’re not shopping for yourself on this very busy Black Friday, you should head over to Old Navy b/c everything in the store is on sale today & tomorrow! However, I picked out a few of my favorites, including the wool-blend double-breasted coat ($44.50) in blue plaid.  It’s also available in cream, red, & black in sizes XS – XXL for women.  I’m not the blazer wearing kind of Style Darling, but I thought that the jersey-fleece blazer ($19.50) was an unconventional, yet fashionable take on comfy, casual clothing.  Also, everyone needs a little sparkle, like with the sequined henley tank ($18.00), or try some frill with the ruffle-front henley top ($8.00).  Both tops can be layered with other pieces & worn to be dressed up depending on the bottoms & accessories. Happy Styling!

Black Friday Sale Update: 50 – 60% Off Sale @Nine West!


I’ve bene waiting on the Nine West sale for Black Friday all week & here it is! There’s a limited selection on styles that are 60% off.  Also, on the website & in stores, there are some major 50% off sales too!

Part of the 60% off deal are some really fabulous booties that range in style from utilitarian to boho chic.  I’ve posted a bunch of animal-inspired items so far today & I couldn’t resist sharing the Fessup booties ($83.30) which are perfect for any red top & black skinny pants outfit.  The Esmiralda booties ($90.30) have a snake trim, which just add some luxury to the shoes which have been reduced in price from $129.00.  Also, Gracious bootie ($76.30) is an essential piece for this season with wide leg trousers, knit leggings, dark denim jeggings, & boyfriend jeans.

Be sure to check ou the Woodney pumps ($49.50) in nude patent, but they are also available in black patent.  The heel is classic & offers much more support as opposed to a skinny stiletto.  In addition, the Hideout sandals ($49.50) in red synthetic also come in nautral & gray.  They’d really make a splash with a leather mini dress, romper & tights outfit, or studded sheath dress with a belt.

Don’t forget that there’s a limited time offer on free shipping for any purchase, so if you decide not to keep your purchase, you can return them to your local Nine West store without having to spend any additional cash!  Happy Styling!

Black Friday Sale Update: BOGO Free, 40% Off, $9 Denim, & 2 For $10 Deals @Forever 21!


Get a load of all the crazy sale @Forever 21! There’s Buy One, Get One Free on selected merchandise, 2 for $10 deals on tops, 40% off selected new items, $9.00 for denim, & loads more fabulous deals!

I picked out just a few can’t-miss finds, including the paisley maxi dress ($15.99) & flower child sublimation tank ($8.99), which are a part of BOGO!  The dark skinny ankle jeans ($9.00) come in dark denim & dark black.  Also, the multicolor purl knit sweater ($14.88) comes in sizes XL-3X.

Be sure to also check out the store’s gift shop which includes great deals on more sweaters, handbags, & other accessories! Happy Styling!

Black Friday Sale Update: 50% Off The Entire AMI Clubwear Site!


Get your fashionable footwear fix today only, from AMI Clubwear, with the 50% off discount code amiblkfri50! The store has hundreds of boots, heels, sandals, & flats for the picking, indlucing these six sweet finds, ranging in price from $9.99 – $27.99!

The Camel Faux Suede Cross Strap Studded Heel Booties ($9.99) have been marked down from $28.99! Get your animal inspiration with the Leopard Print Faux Kid Suede Platform Pump Heels ($19.99).  I know I’m a big lover of bows on my shoes, which is why I selected Black Faux Suede Bow Decor Peeptoe Slingback Platform Heels ($26.99) to go with any embellished dress for an upcoming party.

Turn some heads with the Mustard Faux Suede Tier Fringe Platform Wedges ($26.99)! Two-tone shoes like the Royal Blue Velvet Bow Accent Peep Toe Platform Heels ($26.99) are a fun way to mix things up with an abstract print dress. And who doesn’t love a red shoe?  I recently posted about adorable red heels from a night of watching Wizard of Oz & the Lipstick Smooth Faux Suede Beaded Bow Peep Toe Heels ($27.99) definitely belong in that category. Happy Styling!