Glamorous Comfort – For Your Feet!

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If anyone is willing to put up with a little discomfort in order to look good – it’s me.

I refuse to dismantle my look in anyway, no matter how painful it is, until I’m in the car. Earrings stay in. Heels stay on. Hair stays in place. I am very firm with myself on this.

Which is why, if I can find something that makes me look good without having to grin and bear it, I’m all in. Athleisure? Sign me up!

The shoes I featured on the show this week posses a balance of glamour and comfort. They all came from Dillard’s in West Town Mall. I want each pair to become a part of my life, but since that’s not feasible, I hope at least one or two pairs can become a part of yours ;)

Ok you have the shoes, now what? I believe you can easily nail the athleisure trend, with a few simple tweaks.

Also, I’ve started a new board that will help with this on Pinterest. Follow me there for more!

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Coats That Will Keep You Warm & Trendy

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We will, by gosh by golly, wear coats at some point this year. I will. Even if I have to sweat through it.

So through gritted teeth and large amounts of determination, I bring you a list of coats that are all updates from the classic categories…

All of these can be found in one fabulous place – Dillard’s in West Town Mall.

Fur: I like to be different. And I can’t bring myself to do a fur vest, but I could easily be swayed to do a whole jacket. This is a great twist on the vest trend and would be fun to wear dressed up or down.

Anorak: I’m sure you’re all “Anorak this” and “Anorak that” once the temps dip below 50…haha or maybe not. I just looked it up and it’s defined as a waterproof jacket with a hood. Which I’ll take in this gorgeous neutral color.

Pea coat: It’s the details in coats like these that really help you stand out. The fact that this pea coat has a slight peplum to it and some fabulous zippered pockets makes it totally your and totally 2016.

Trench: I love the fact that this trench is decked out in gold buttons. That to me makes it feel fresh and updated.

Down coat: If you’re into being warm AND sleek – this coat is for you.It’s refreshing to see a warm and what could be puffer jacket done in such a simple, quiet way.

Parka: A giant army green parka is exactly what you’re going to want to crawl into every day in January. The hardware details and fur lined hood are just enough details to make you not look like a blob.

Wool coat: I AM DROOLING OVER THIS COAT. I love the collar, the color, and the details. It even looks great open – which is hard to find sometimes. I’ll give this one a happy home. THANK YOU.

Leather: This leather jacket is under $250 and is simple and streamlined enough to stand the test of time.

Puffer: The sleekest puffer I ever did see. And all the warmth is centered on your core which will really help.

Rain coat: A leopard rain coat is like a nicely patterned piece of luggage – it will stand out in the crowd of black and make you look ultra chic.wool coat, trench coat, pea coat, rain coat, puffer jacket, performance jacket, parka, anorak, trendy coats, coat trends, coat trends for 2016, dillards, coats, west town mall, style consultant, elizabeth ogle style consultant, what coat to buy this fall, coat collection

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Fall 2016 Inspiration Board

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Truth? I wanted to fill this fall board with jackets and boooooots.

I also wanted to change my nail polish color to this deep red. So as you can image, this fall I’ll be a pile of boots, jackets and wine red.

So that we both don’t walk around looking like crazy people this fall, here’s a list of things to fill your wardrobe with. And hey, you can get all of these things at West Town Mall.

1. Wine Red Jacket – I will wear this over everything. Pick it up at White House Black Market.

2. Army Green Jacket – This over a white tee, jeans and some booties will potentially be my uniform in a couple months, thanks to Forever21.

3. Black Pleated Skirt – Oh how I love these skirts, Rue21. It’s so flattering because it carves out a waist and gives you a little swing in your step.

4. Chunky Layered Necklace – I’ve been craving one of these, and this one from Ann Taylor is both classic and current (but isn’t everything at Ann Taylor just that?)

5. Big Bag – I like big bags, I can’t lie. And it’s going to help me combine what I need from the diaper bag with what I need for everyday. And this color…well, that’s just good enough to EAT. Pick this one up at Dillard’s or Coach.

6. Tights – Um. Yeah. These from The Limited are what I plan to slip in from September till the last possible hint of winter is gone in April…or maybe May…Junish?

7. GAP Jeans – I don’t have a reason to buy more jeans, but the fact that these and a number of others are on sale at GAP for $12.99 means I’ll start coming up with reasons.

8. Plush Hoodie – American Eagle also has “sexy” in the name of this hoodie, which isn’t often used in the description of these. I’ll bite. Mainly because if I can look sexy and be comfortable? I’m in.

9. Over-the-Knee Boots – Charlotte Russe will have me popping in a lot if they keep these great over-the-knee boots in stock! I’ve been considering these tall boots for years, this is the year I go for it.

I hope this helps get you in the mood for fall! If not, I can email you a whole LIST OF REASONS. :)

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What I’m Wearing Before Summer Ends

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The words, “Bye Felicia” come to mind when I think of summer being over.

But we’re not there quite yet. Fast approaching are the days in between the seasons which can sometimes make getting dressed feel like puberty – uncertain and awkward.

If you’re like me you wrestle with wanting to dive right into your fall wardrobe because it’s fresh clothes you haven’t had on rotation for a while. But then as you reach for them, you realize you don’t want to over-wear them before it’s even cool outside.

To combat this feeling, I’ve started finding pieces from summer that I really love and focusing on working them into my outfits as much as possible.

Here’s my list of favorites that I’ll be wearing right up until the clock strikes AUTUMN.

All of these things can be found at Dillard’s in West Town Mall and a majority of them are on sale!! EEEEK!

Maxi Dresses

I miss slipping into one of these in November like my toes miss a good cozy boot in May.

Let’s hold on to wearing breezy dresses for as long as we possibly can – and thanks to a great jean jacket, I’ll wear these well into September…

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Bright Bags

I am so very excited about getting back with my fall purse, but I will miss the bright pink pop of my summer bag. Just today I got complimented on its color and it somehow goes with everything.

These totes from Dillard’s would be able to hold a lot and pack such a great color punch for the remaining weeks of heat.

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Sandals

Admittedly I won’t miss painting my toes, but these beauties make the extra effort all worth it. It’s nice to show more skin on your feet for a while.

I will miss the little hints of glitz coming from a great metallic sandal.

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Mid-Summer Shopping List

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Someone asked me the other day what my favorite part of summer is. I responded…counting down to fall.

So maybe I don’t enjoy the extreme heat, bugs and humidity like some do (I painted such a beautiful picture, didn’t I ;) I do enjoy the easy style offerings that come with lazy nights outside, wiping off the watermelon from my chin and feeling weightless as I float in the pool.

Let’s squeeze out all the fun wearing any (or all!) of these picks, which can be found in the beautifully air-conditioned West Town Mall!

1. My love affair with gold could be fleeting, so I’ll pick up this wallet-friendly, yet still glamorous gold watch from Charming Charlie.

2. GAP workout clothes are fan…tastic – all the wicking and support and cuteness without all the cash dropping.

3. I love everything about this dress (and I’m pretty sure it has pockets!), find it at The Limited.

4. I need more pattern in my closet, but until I find something as beautiful as stripes or leopard print, I’ll go with a great textured top from Ann Taylor.

5. A beautiful cover up for your bum and you don’t even have to tie it! Just slip it on and walk the beachy cat walk :)

6. Wearing my hair up without studs in my ear is breaking a fashion commandment. And the color of these beauties from Francesca’s will go with everything.

7. Ever since we moved into our house, I’ve been buying pillows like they are jugs of milk. Pottery Barn and their fantastic sale is feeding my addiction.

8. Simple black wedges are so important to rounding out your summer looks! Thank you, Charlotte Russe!

9. I NEED THIS IN MY LIFE (Dillard’s).

10. After I had Jackson, I passed a pregnant girl wearing jeans like these and I slapped myself in the forehead. They are the perfect during-and-post pregnancy jeans because they have the elastic waist!

11. What’s better than a Piko top from Fiore in the summer? A sleeveless Piko dress from Fiore! (or tunic because really, these things are short for those of us with long legs).

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