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SHOP NOW!: New Fall Midi Dresses for Under $20!

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Teachers everywhere, rejoice! Also, if you’re obsessed with all things “pumpkin spiced,” get your wardrobe ready for these must-have fall midi dresses that you can wear now & well into the holiday season!

SHOP: Time & Tru flutter sleeve midi dress in 4 colors @Walmart ($19.98, available in sizes XS-XXXL).

SHOP: Time & Tru long sleeve textured midi dress in 4 colors @Walmart ($19.98, available in sizes XS-XXXL).

The marigold & rust hues are screaming fall, but these will also pair beautifully with slides or cowboy boots, as well as ankle booties or flats. Also, you can’t forget about topping the look off with a duster cardigan or denim jacket. Which color do you like best? Which sleeve length would you wear? Where are you shopping for new fall styles? For more stylish posts, check out: major savings on Chloe-inspired sneakers from Target, satin dolman popovers from Old Navy, & Jennifer Lopez’s National Spritz Day look for less! Happy Styling!

SHOP NOW!: A Satin Summer-to-Fall Dolman Popover from Old Navy!

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I’m constantly torn over blogging about summer or fall fashion since there’s so much of both right now that is on sale & brand new, but a frequent question I get from friends & followers is how to build a capsule wardrobe. While this post isn’t going into great detail about the specifics of that, the best piece of advice I always give is to find pieces that you can wear multiple seasons & that layer well for a variety of occasion.

SHOP: dolman sleeve satin popover shirt in 6 colors @Old Navy ($29.99, limited availability in sizes XS-4X).

There is so much possibility with this top as the satin texture instantly dresses up any pair of jeans & slides, linen shorts & wedges, or peasant skirt & sneakers, but it can also be made even more sophisticated with a pencil skirt & stilettos, plaid trousers & ankle boots, or faux leather leggings & sneakers. This top is ideal for a professional look, a holiday dinner, happy hour, or date night. Keep an eye out for upcoming back-to-school deals from Old Navy to get a discount on this top that’ll be sure to rotate frequently in your wardrobe!

Which color do you like the best? How often do you wear satin textures? Where are you shopping for summer-to-fall pieces? For more stylish posts, check out: new cardigans from LOFT, gold hammered jewelry for up to 50% off, & the best pull-on pants for fall! Happy Styling!

08/08/2023 Darling of the Day: Natalie Portman’s Preppy Off-Duty Look for Less!

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During a recent trip to Sydney, Australia, Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman attended the Angel City Equity Summit to support Angel FC, the National Women’s Soccer League she co-founded, as reported by People. As paparazzi focused more on the Natalie’s missing wedding ring amid rumors & scandal surrounding her 11-year marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied, Natalie makes a case for confident & poise in her preppy off-duty look.

The casual, yet classic button-down shirt, jeans, blazer, & loafer combo doesn’t feel dated as she keeps it fresh, inspiring Style Darlings everywhere to recreate the look on a budget. So many of these pieces are staples that can be swapped out for a variety of outfits, but I took the time to assemble the look with affordable & inclusive picks.

SHOP: A New Day long sleeve Oxford button-down shirt in white @Target ($25.00, available in sizes XS-4X) & high-waisted OG straight button-fly extra-stretch jeans in Kittykat @Old Navy (on sale: $40.00, available in sizes 00-30).

SHOP: Nine West double breasted blazer in micro check @Kohl’s (on sale: $58.50, available in sizes XS-XXL) & Liz Claiborne regular fit blazer in coral haze multi @JC Penney (on sale: $32.69, available in sizes XS-XXL).

SHOP: A New Day Hayes loafer flats in black @Target ($19.99, available in sizes 5-12) & ASOS DESIGN wide fit Lakeside slipper ballet flats in black @ASOS ($23.00, available in sizes 5W-12W).

SHOP: A New Day plastic round sunglasses in black @Target ($15.00), Sonoma Goods for Life textured teardrop drop earrings in silver @Kohl’s (on sale: $12.60), & A New Day Refined crossbody bag in black @Target ($30.00).

Even if you wanted to simply wear the button-down shirt with jeans, you could top it off with virtually any kind of blazer–any cut or color. Likewise, you could take out the loafers & add ankle boots, ballet flats, or mules. Additionally, depending on the blazer color you choose, you could even select gold or rose gold jewelry to add some sparkle & dimension.

What do you think of Natalie’s look? Are you inspired by her preppy style? How often do you pair blazers with jeans? For more stylish posts, check out: satin bow ankle strap heels for your next special occasion, Succession‘s Sarah Snook on the cover of Variety, & Halle Bailey’s new music video “Angel!” Happy Styling!

Holiday Gift Style: Tunic Sweaters for a Cozy & Chic Season!

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It’s definitely sweater weather & the only thing better than a pullover sweater is, specifically, a tunic sweater! New York & Company has just the piece for all the styling possibilities of the season—for work, weekend, a night out, or casual loungewear!

SHOP: essential bateau-neck tunic sweater in black, blue, berry, purple, gray, oatmeal, & red @New York & Company (on sale: $11.99, available in sizes XS-XXL).

Try this top in any color (or multiples!) with quilted or sweater leggings , skinny jeans & a jeweled belt, satin ankle pants & stilettos, or pull-on pants & ankle booties. Here are some suggestions for putting together a sleek outfit with this featured sweater:

SHOP: pull-on scuba-suede legging in olive (on sale: $24.97, available in size XS-XXL), pull-on faux leather pintuck legging in camel (on sale: $29.97, available in sizes S-XXL), pull-up faux-leather piped zip legging in red (on sale: $29.97, available in sizes XS-XXL), studded slit-hem legging in black (on sale: 29.97, available in sizes XS-XXL), & high-waisted houndstooth-stripe pocket legging (on sale: $19.48, available in sizes XS-XXL) @New York & Company.

How would you style the tunic sweater? How often do you rotate leggings into your wardrobe? Where are you shopping for the best holiday deals? For more stylish posts, check out: fashion flashbacks with Sarah Hyland & Scarlett Johansson, holiday earrings from Francesca’s & Target, & Jennifer Anniston’s Allure cover shoot! Happy Styling!

SHOP NOW!: The Open-Front Cardigan You Need in Every Color!

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Now that fall is here & in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about layering pieces for work & weekend! My go-to layering topper for all season is a cardigan. Of course, I love patterns & jeweled embellishments on cardigans, but a solid in any color sparks joy when paired with a printed top & neutral pants, a basic shirt & printed bottoms, or a bold colorblock dress. Whether you’re shopping for fall must-haves or a staple set of cardigans for all year long, Amazon has just the pick for you:

SHOP: LALABEE open front pockets knit long sleeve sweater cardigan in 35 different colors @Amazon ($25.99-$31.99, available in sizes XS-3XL).

I love the hunter green, which I’ve ordered & have planned for my wardrobe rotation this week, but I already have my eye on the cobalt, navy, ultra violet, & lime styles too! not to mention, this sweater has over 4,800 ratings with 4.5/5 stars.

How would you style this cardigan? Would you buy multiple colors in it? Do you have toppers like this at the ready while at work? For more stylish posts, check out: a film review of Blonde, Ana de Armas discussing her preparation for her performance of “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend,” the perfect fall earrings & sweater, & a cozy fleece loungewear set from Target! Happy Styling!

SHOP NOW!: Sweater Season is Upon Us!

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Even though the weather (here on Long Island) is teetering between summer & fall with summer heat still palpable, it’s sweater season in stores! Now is the best time to get the newest colors & cuts in woven wonders, especially if your fall wardrobe needs a refresh. A classic item to have handy for any rotation of fall outfits is a v-neck sweater in either bright or neutral colors—because, as I always say, the possibilities are endless!

SHOP: A New Day fine gauge v-neck sweater in black, dark brown, dark grey, green, magenta, navy blue, oatmeal, cream or light grey @Target ($22.00, available in sizes XS-4X).

I can definitely envision myself getting the green, magenta, & navy, especially to coordinate with a statement necklace & my favorite A New Day pants, leggings & knee boots, skinny jeans & ankle booties, or a pencil skirt & pointy flats for any given fall day! The neutral tones cry out for a bold or jewel-toned companion piece & the brighter colors would match well with any menswear-inspired trouser or juxtaposed texture in lace or jacquard.

How would you style these sweaters? Which color is your favorite? Do you prefer a scoop or v-neck for sweaters? Are you breaking out your fall wardrobe already? For more posts about must-have fall pieces, check out: Old Navy’s prettiest fabric headbands, peplum cardigans that flatter every body type, & comfortable loungewear tunics by Time & Tru! Happy Styling!