Simply Hued: Winter Wear

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November 23, 2015

Sweater Weather: 10 cozy sweaters to warm your winter

Outfit Details:

SWEATER (on sale!) // DENIM // FLATS // PURSE // SUNNIES // LIP

The weather has been getting cold, cold, cold lately! I've hit the point where I start drifting towards the think, chunky sweaters (yum!), every morning. I'm a sucker for warm sweaters. The sweater that I'm wearing above is a new fav. The fabric is incredibly soft and heavy. I love all the texture the sweater has, along with the braided detailing across the front. I've included 10 more sweaters that I think are perfect for the season! Enjoy!

November 12, 2015

Knitwear + Tackling Vintage!

COAT (c/o) // TOP // SKIRT // HEELS (older style) // SUNNIES

FUR (thrifted!), similar style HERE and HERE // WATCH // CLUTCH

Believe it or not, the mink attachment on my coat has been thrifted! I love shopping through vintage stores because everything is so unique. It's like a giant closet of every decade before you were born. you won't find anything like it at department stores or boutiques. Each piece is one of a kind. However, shopping at second-hand clothing stores can be overwhelming because they tend to be less organized and everything is used. There are a few tricks to shopping at vintage shops to make the most from your money and make the best use of your time. I've attached three questions I always ask myself before purchasing anything from a second-hand store:

1. Is this practical?
There are lots of fun, colorful pieces at vintage stores: statement pieces with big buttons, sequins, glitter, you name it. Although these are super fun to look through, its important to distinguish between what may be awesome for your costume box and what you would wear on a day-to-day basis. Statement pieces are always fun but there's a fine line between the two.

2. Is this salvageable?
Some pieces just need a few adjustments to shine. I bought one of my high school dance dresses at a vintage shop and made a few adjustments to make it work for my body. It's become my favorite dress I've worn to a high school dance. It was so different from any of the other dresses and I got lots of compliments on it. Some easy adjustments might include cutting length from the bottom in order to have more fabric to add sleeves to a dress, tailoring a pair of baggy pants or a dress, etc.

3. Is this in good condition?
No matter how cute a piece of clothing may be, some things are deal-breakers. If there are yellow armpit stains or if the fabric is fraying, there is no reason to think about spending money on it. Usually, vintage shops will be good at shifting through worn clothes, but not always.

Happy thrifting!

xo,

Sara

October 26, 2015

4 Scarves to Get You Excited About This Season

Outfit Details (above): Sweater // Scarf // Sunnies // Bangles

Chunky

I'm love the statement a big, bulky scarf sends. My favorite scarf has been THIS one lately, it seems to be one that I continue throw on before heading out the door. I love the neutral color and unfinished edges. I've attached a few more I love below...

Plaid

Plaid is a classic print that adds a fun pattern to your outfit. There's definitely something about a plaid scarf that makes me want to bundle up and drink some hot cocoa.

Fur

Fur is my favorite when it comes to adding some texture and glam to an outfit. There are some great faux-fur scarfs that look almost identical to a real fur scarf, and they're a lot less expensive.

Thin

Thin scarves definitely seem to be a trend this season. It's definitely not your average scarf. These light scarfs make for a great accessory on warmer days.