Happy Thanksgiving

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

AKA a family infused, food coma, bad jokes, kinda day.

I've already discussed the importance of the outfit, but to your favor here's a SparkNotes version:

Avoid anything tight, unless you are juice cleansing this Thanksgiving. If so, that's another problem on our hands. Keep it family friendly- dominatrix inspired duds or a lacy slip isn't exactly G-ma approved.  Camp socks are my holiday essential- works with converse when outside and when when you're snug as a bug inside.

Onward and upward- tunes. 

Before everyone is glued to the TV with 'Murica's #1, er, football break out some of the best tunes. And please for your own sanity don't bust out the holiday jingles just yet. Please. My suggestion? Stick with the classics- Elton John, Billy Joel, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Simon & Garfunkel. Mix in a few up and coming singers like George Ezra and The Kooks. And when you're at it, Lady Gaga & Tony Bennett's new album is a no-fail choice this holiday season.

A heated game of Clue or Apples to Apples avoids awkward conversation, plus involves little movement post eating. And for your pure enjoyment, here are some knee-slapper jokes. Round out the night with a comical movie or a musical- The Sound of Music, everyone?

Wishing you a lovely holiday with a note to you from yours truly. x

 

Not So Basic

Equipment blouse // J.Crew skirt (in store) / Tory Burch heels (similar style) // Bauble Bar necklace 

// Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses //

I was doing a little bit of Fall shopping at Madewell and J.Crew and came across this simple a-line  skirt. It's a chic staple piece that can be worn all year round in many different ways. If you have been reading fashion blogs this past Spring and Summer, you may have seen the "trend" black and white everywhere. Personally, I don't think black and white is a trend, but instead a simple and chic color combo. I decided to wear the B&W look with a white blouse and throw in fun accessories for a not so basic look.

Speaking of J.Crew my blogger bud, Caroline from citrus & style and I are collaborating this Fall to bring you some stylish outfits showcasing our favorite pieces from J.Crew! We are so thrilled for the series and we hope you will enjoy it!

Black & White

Loeffler Randall Bag // Otte Heels // Clare Viver Clutch // RED Valentino Dress // Topshop Jeans 

// Deborah Lippmann Polish // Otte Dress // Otte Bag // Asos Sunglasses

I honestly don't consider black and white a trend. I consider it a classic. Every single season it comes back in different and fresh ways. A couple of years ago it was much more ladylike, while this year it's more graphic and bold. Stripes and color block have updated the combo. You can still mix in timeless elements like big sunnies, and a sharp white manicure.