Wearing NIC+ZOE dress, Shoemint sandals, J. Crew necklace + bracelet, and a Zara trench coat. Shop the look here.
Category Archives: Style Inspiration
Currently Craving
1. Easy, silky bottoms 2. Statement necklaces with tribal influences 3. NARS Dragon Girl lipstick 4. Springtime booties 5. Bright-hued blazer
This Spring, I’m inspired by effortless fashion… Easy bottoms like a pleated midi or silk pants feel luxe without compromising on comfort, and a bright pink blazer gives an instant update to basic jeans + a tee. Shop all these must-have Spring items here!
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I’m baaaaaaaack! Forgive me for getting lazy going into hibernation… It was a tough Winter in Boston so here’s to Spring finally starting to arrive. Well, aside from the snow this morning but let’s just pretend that didn’t happen… Let’s kick off with some florals!
Wearing: Blank Denim jeans, Saks 5th Avenue blouse via TJ Maxx, Steve Madden pumps c/o, J. Crew bracelet (gifted)
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Runway to Real Life: 3.1 Phillip Lim
Runway to Real Life: 3.1 Phillip Lim by hbiggs [click through for outfit details]
Whatever the weather (umm hello, 90 degrees), my mind is on Fall fashion! Runway looks usually feel so unattainable to me, like works of art that I love looking at but could never recreate. So I wanted to try a new series where I take inspiration from the runway and make it accessible for real life (because lets face it, we aren’t all models or street-style stars)… This 3.1 Phillip Lim look from Fall 2013 isn’t too over the top so it’s a great place to start. For the work look, I balanced the bold pant with a classic white blouse and a dark knit. On the weekend, I swapped the blouse for a chambray and added ankle booties to keep it effortlessly chic. What do you think? Can you see yourself rocking a bold pant and layers for work or weekend?
Wear Now, Wear Later: white trousers
You know those easy, breezy trousers you reach for during the hot Summer months? Well you can take them from Summer to Fall with the right styling. For Summer, keep them light with a silky blouse and simple accessories. As Fall approaches, ditch the blouse in favor of a lightweight knit and a statement necklace. Add a red lip and rich cognac sandals to warm it up for the changing season.
Wear Now: Joseph pants, Balmain tank, Prada sandals, Kate Spade bangles, Topshop belt, Essie nail polish
Wear Later: Joseph pants, Helmut Lang sweater, Michael Kors sandals, Lulu Frost necklace, Saint Laurent clutch, Giorgio Armani lipstick
Insta-Life, Take 7
Here’s another sneak peek into my life and what I’ve been wearing lately, thanks to Instagram… Follow me at Hillary_ChristineB
Cropping Up
Have you noticed a trend cropping up? Get inspired…
via Atlantic-Pacific
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Jason Wu, Spring 2013
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via Karla’s Closet
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Carven, Spring 2013
via The Trend Diaries
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When taking on the crop top trend, remember… always pair with something high-waisted, proportions are key, and be confident. Which look is your favorite?
1 Piece, 3 Ways: Denim Cutoffs
via Polyvore (click through for product info)
Denim cutoffs are a Summer staple… that is well documented. However, I find myself wearing them the same way over and over again (something akin to outfit #2), so for your sake as much as my own I styled a few options to inspire your denim-wearing, dog days of Summer using these Rag & Bone shorts. Which look is your favorite? Have a great weekend!
What to Wear: July 4th
via Poyvore
Night Out: A twist on the classic black/white combination, this mixed-pattern dress is fresh and flattering. Leopard wedges hint at sexiness, while remaining practical for bar-hopping, and a punchy clutch adds the perfect pop of color.
Barbecue: Mix a casual Tee with a feminine midi-skirt for an unexpected and cool BBQ look. Summer sandals (that you can easily slip off to play games) and a little bling pull it all together.
Fireworks: Silk shorts and a cozy sweater make for an easy and chic outfit, perfect for taking in the awe of a Fireworks show! On-trend wedges and a few statement accessories give the look even more style.
Style Inspiration: Laid-Back Summer
via Polyvore
How effortlessly chic is this!?! Roomy shorts, a semi-sheer oversized knit, and flat sandals come together perfectly for an easy, breezy Summertime look. Plus, I love the neutral color palette and simple jewelry – it can be really refreshing to go simple sometimes, don’t you think?
Get the look: Gorjana and Madewell necklaces, Topshop bralette, Rag & Bone and Madewell sweater, Karen Walker sunglasses, Antik Batik and Vince Camuto sandals, Theory and Alice + Olivia shorts
I Believe In Pink 