Feel Fresh Fridays: Classy Casual

Some of the best pieces to invest in for fall are jackets. Blazers and denim jackets can help you to dress up or down some of the staples in your closet. Denim jackets look great over dresses that might normally be too fancy for daytime events. Try pairing them with a pair of boots to complete the casual feel. Blazers effortlessly dress up jeans and a tee and can help you transition from day to night with a pair of heels. Here are some Renewal pieces to get you started:

Left: Forever 21 Dress and XOXO Jacket Sz. small  -  Right:  Silence and Noise Dress and London Jean Jacket Sz. Small

Beige Blazer: BDG Large - Striped Shirt: J. Crew XL - Brown Blazer: J. Crew sz. 10 - Tank: Free People XL

Black Blazer: Fusion Small - Dress: Express Small - Grey Blazer: H&M sz. 2 - Dress: Sweet Love Medium

Fall Booties...

Ankle booties easily polish up any look and they are also so easy to wear.  Not only do they pair perfectly with jeans, leggings dresses and skirts...they are super comfortable since they offer tons of support around your foot.  Also, unlike knee high boots where you have to worry about your jeans or your calves fitting comfortably inside, these work well on anyone!

Here are a few in stock right now!

Dollhouse sz. 8

Steve Madden sz. 6.5

Elle sz. 6

R2 sz. 6.5

Fioni sz. 10

Check out Chictopia to see how others are rockin the look.

Feel Fresh Fridays: Lots of Layers

Layering is the way to go during this transitional fall weather.  It gives you the option to bundle up in the morning and lighten up through the day while still looking great.  Sometimes, knowing how to pull off this look can be a little tricky.  Here are 3-easy tips to help you feel fresh in your layers!

1.  LENGTH:

Free People Tank: XS  -  Joyce Leslie flannel: SM  -  Highway Denim Jacket: SM

Making sure your layers are different lengths helps add dimension and prevents you from looking frumpy.  A cropped denim jacket pairs well with nearly anything, while leggings and slouchy boots go well with this extra long flannel.

 2.  COLOR:

Free People Tank: XS  -  Derek Heart Shirt: MED  -  August Silk Sweater: XS

Don't go too wild with a whole bunch of bright and crazy colors.  Try to keep them in the same color family and make sure you have a neutral hue to avoid looking too loud.  Don't be afraid to let your shirt hang off your shoulder to show off that layer underneath.

 

3.  TEXTURE:

NY&CO Shirt: SM  -  Free People Vest: XS  -  Free People Sweater: XS

Layering with different textures helps prevent you from getting too bulky.  A cotton tank, a sheer vest and a crocheted cardigan is the perfect combination.  Pair this with skinny jeans and flats and this outfit can take you anywhere!

Is there an item in your closet that you love so much but you just don't know what to layer it with?  Bring it in and let us help you pair it up...we are up for the challenge!

Flat out Fall!

Well the weather for October seems like we're off to a great start!  The problem for me is always figuring out what to wear so I'm warm enough during the chilly mornings but not sweating mid-day.  Layers are the obvious answer for clothing, but what do you do about your shoes??  Flats are the perfect answer for this time of year and we have you covered!

Bellini 6.5  -  Tory Burch 8.5

Michael Kors 9  -  Capelli 9

Seychelles 8.5  -  Michael Kors 6.5

Banana Republic 8.5  -  Fergalicious 8.5

Kimchi Blue 8  -  Palladium 10

Marc Jacobs 38  -  Blowfish 8

Feel Fresh Fridays: Fall Coats

Cloudy with a low of 48 unfortunately seems to be the weather report for this weekend.  There aren't too many ways to feel fresh with gloomy days like that on the horizon.  There is one way for sure...bundle up in a nice new fall jacket!  We have plenty to choose from in stock right now and if you come in for any outerwear TODAY, mention this post and you will receive 10% OFF** your outerwear purchase!

Fusion Sz. Medium  -  Tulle Sz. XS  -  Armani Exchange Sz. Medium

Gap Sz. Small  -  American Eagle Sz. Small  -  Lovestitch Sz.  Small

Forever 21 Sz. Small  -  H&M Sz. Medium  -  Gap Sz. Small

**10% Offer valid today only 9/28/12- kids and ladies - can't be combined with any other offers and can't be applied to any previous purchases

Tuesday's Trendy Tip: Chunky Sweaters

This is a trend that never seems to go away!  I don't know about you but I am very thankful for that because a chunky sweater on a cold fall morning...well, it just doesn't get much better than that.

My chunky sweaters are the most versatile part of my fall wardrobe since they come in all different colors and styles - not to mention they work well with any body type.  They can be dressed up with some skinny jeans and a great pair of boots or you can layer the heavy knit over a nice maxi dress.  You also have the option of belting your mid-section to show off your curves...the possibilities are endless!

Here is a quick preview of some we have in stock now!

Free People - Medium     Gap - Medium

Guinevere - Medium     Sleeping on Snow - Small

Banana Republic - Large     LA Blues - Large

Feel Fresh Fridays: Modern Military

One of the biggest (and my favorite) trends this fall is the Military trend. The runway was filled with military-inspired ensambles from designers including Jason Wu, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Derek Lam amongst others. Fall is the perfect time for this trend as it plays up one of the best pieces for fall- jackets. Think jackets with sharp shoulders and military-like details. The great things about this trend are how easy it is to blend with your current wardrobe, and how comfortable, yet stylish, it can be. All you need are a good pair of jeans and a couple of coats to nail this look. Here are some Renewal pieces to get you started.

                Jacket: Armani Exchange, sz. Med; Jeans: Hermosa, sz. 0; Boots: Bucco, sz. 8.5

                         Jacket: Hang Ten, sz. Large; Jeans: Delia's, sz. 0; Boots: Easy Spirit, sz. 5

                    Jacket: Claude Vernet, sz. 2; Jeans: Ce Toi Jeans, sz. 1; Boots: Dolce Vita, sz. 8.5