Merry Christmas!!

I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday!
xx
Samantha

Suspended

Top Nordstrom | Skirt Forever21 | Tights Urban Outfitters | Jacket Aritzia |  Boots Topshop | Beanie Topshop

The sudden influx of warm weather in my area has me craving the cold. I dawned this outfit in order to win an Instagram contest with Nordstrom earlier this year. I ended up with a 75 dollar gift card! This was the first time I decided to try my suspender tights. My tights and safari jacket added a bit of edge to an otherwise simple outfit. What do you think? Was this outfit worthy of the win?

xx

Samantha

Monochromatic

Top Nordstrom | Skort Zara | Shoes Topshop | Blazer H&M | Necklace Antique

Since my blog is relatively new, I thought I would update it with some of my old outfits. I love this outfit that I put together over the summer to attend a fashion show that was taking place in my city. My trusty old Zara skort was the perfect compliment to my new (at the time) mock,velvet turtleneck. A white blazer added a pop of contrast to an otherwise all black ensemble, typical for my every day attire. I threw on a thick gold chain to make a statement for the night, and I was all set! 

xx

Samantha

Black, White, and Burgundy

Jacket Forever21 | Top Urban Outfitters | Skirt Forever21 | Shoes Forever21 | Beanie H&M | Necklace Nordstrom

It's probably not shocking to most of you that I traditionally stick to a monochromatic color palette. However, today I thought I would add a little bit of color to my ensemble with this burgundy/wine skater skirt. It's fun, sophisticated, and flirty all at the same time. This outfit was perfect for a holiday gift exchange and, later, dinner with the family at a nice restaurant. The victorian inspired necklace and slightly heeled boots add a dressy element, while the beanie still helps to keeps it casual. As always, the weather prevented me from going out with bare arms, so I added my trust leather jacket. Please let me know what you think in the comments!

All photos taken by Kristen Brown.

xx

Samantha

Let's Talk Tartan

Sweater Zara | Blouse Nordstrom | Skirt Goodwill | Tights Urban Outfitters | Shoes Topshop | Hat Antique Store 

I was so excited when I found this old tartan skirt in my collection of costumes. Luckily, I had bought this years ago for a 90's theme night. It's literally the perfect skirt for this fall and winter season. Everything from the 90's came back: crop tops, oversized sweaters, plaid, and mom jeans. I love to add a newer twist to throwback pieces like this skirt. I layered my simple black Zara sweater over a white button down and slipped on my favorite suspender tights. My antique black bowler hat and brand new round sunnies were the perfect compliment to this outfit. Let me know what you think!

Photo credit goes to Kristen Brown.

xx

Samantha

A Different Denim

Sweater Forever21 | Jacket Nordstrom | Jeans Topshop | Boots Steve Madden 

Yesterday, while I was at work, sorting through clothes on the sales rack, I stumbled upon this gorgeous denim jacket. I love that it's styled like an anorak instead of a basic button up with a collar. Plus, the sherpa hood is amazingly soft and warm! And, well, it was on sale, so I couldn't resist buying it. I just went out to lunch and worked on a school project around town today, so I decided to choose something comfortable. My favorite cream sweater and super soft jeans were the ideal combination for the day. Because of the 23 hours I spent on my feet working, I couldn't take wearing heels. Instead, I opted for my trusty beat-up and worn out Steve Madden Troopas.

xx

Samantha

Photos taken by Kristen Brown.