Keep It Casual.

I've spoken of my love for sneakers before, but I seriously can't get enough of them. I especially like pairing them with an outfit that I would normally wear with heels. It's my little way of keeping things casual for a long day at school. So today, it's a graphic sweatshirt, striped trousers, and a warm fur vest. Keep it casual for an easy look. 

Fur: Rachel Zoe (old, similar here and here).  Sweatshirt: Target (old, similar here and here).  Pants: Gap (similar).  Sneakers: New Balance x J. Crew.  Clutch: Louis Vuitton.  Bracelets: J. Crew. 

Make a Statement.

And boom goes the dynamite. Love this graphic sweatshirt I snagged last year from Target. Such a statement maker that I kept the rest of my outfit simple and black. And speaking of Target, almost my entire outfit is from there which is proof of two things: 1. I shop there often (let's be honest, I never leave with just one item) and 2. Target makes some pretty darn cute stuff! I'd love to own designer items, but let's be realistic. I'm a teacher. Target is more my speed. I can shop there with confidence and feel on trend in their clothes. On the rare occasion that I do sport a designer item, I'm likely to mix in a Target piece. Making a statement in style ~ Target style. 

Note: Target did not endorse this post. I just really love shopping there and want you to know that you can be a fashionista on a budget! Happy Kicks!

Jacket: Asos (similar).  Scarf: Target (similar).  Sweatshirt: 3.1 Phillip Lim x Target (old, similar here, here, and here).  Skirt: Target (similar).  Bag: Target (old, similar).  Booties: Steve Madden (similar).  Watch: Michael Kors.

Jeweled.

Casual dressing on a Sunday afternoon. I love the idea of wearing baggy, ripped jeans with something a little girly. Like a jeweled sweatshirt and suede booties. Of course, I then feel as if the outfit should be toughened up a bit. Enter the leather jacket. Equal parts cool and tough. All of the pieces in this outfit are old, but feel new when paired together. Happy Kicks tonight for the upcoming holiday festivities! Keep checking bag for a fun holiday outfit post in the next few days.

Jacket: Asos (similar).  Sweatshirt: J. Crew (similar).  Jeans: American Eagle (similar).  Booties: Steve Madden (old, similar).  Bag: Target (old, similar).

Wednesday Sneakers.

Some days just call for sneakers. Today was one of those days. I knew I needed to be comfortable and able to move about quickly. So even if my outfit says heels, my feet say sneakers. Pairing contrasting pieces, like silk dress pants and sneakers, can actually work really well. Opposites attract, right? Happy Kicks for comfort in style!

Blazer: GAP (old, similar here).  Sweatshirt: J. Crew (similar).  Pants: Zara(similar).  Sneakers: Target.  Bag: Old Navy.  Watch: Michael Kors.  Bracelets: Target. 

Maxified.

The maxi skirt. One of my favorite pieces to dress up or down. Today I went for a comfy, casual look by pairing my maxi with a sweatshirt. I added some pizzazz with a statement necklace. My leather jacket is on repeat lately. I find that it is the perfect final layer over almost very outfit I wear. Plus I feel pretty cool in it!

Side note ~ I'm overly tired this week and it is definitely showing in my pics. I apologize for my bags and lackluster expressions. Taking pictures at 7am can sometimes be a little rough! Perhaps more sleep is in the near future though. Tomorrow is Friday! Happy Kicks!

Jacket: Asos (similar).  Sweatshirt: J. Crew.  Maxi Skirt: Old Navy (similar).  Clogs: American Eagle (similar here).  Bag: DKNY.  Necklace: Baublebar.  Watch: Michael Kors.