How I Wear: Floral print tank

casual friday, nude platform sandal, chinese laundry sassyfras, floral tank top

Wearing:

|Tank top| Forever 21
|Cardigan| LOFT
|Jeans| Forever 21 skinny ankle jeans
|Shoes| Chinese Laundry Sassyfras, no longer available (Similar, Lucky) (Similar, Mia)
|Accessories| Necklace and spike bracelet, Forever 21 – special thank you to Ying (yes, her name is Ying too!) of With Each Passing Day for tweeting about this gorgeous necklace which I immediately added to my cart and purchased. I’ve been looking for a statement necklace with a tribal twist and this one is absolutely amazing! | Amrita Singh bangles

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How I Wear: Nude bow blouse and cobalt jeans

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Wearing:

|Blouse| Thrifted
|Jeans| Forever 21 – currently sold out, look out for a restock! Or try these – but read the reviews since it sounds like they run 2 sizes large. The ones I have on are actually a size down too, based on past fit and reviews.
|Shoes| Ann Taylor (Similar, Target)
|Accessories| Ring, Charlotte Russe | Bracelets, Amrita Singh

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You Can Wear: Colored Jeans

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Colored jeans are being seen from bright and bold to soft and pastel, on celebrities and bloggers alike. Myself included! Once I bought my first pair, I understood why. These pieces have the versatility and comfort of a pair of dependable blue jeans, but look so much more fun and trendy.

You can pair them like Kim Kardashian did – with a basic white tee and black leather jacket (or blazer for work). Try Sarah Jessica Parker’s weekend casual look by pairing with a colored loose tee and black flats. Cameron Diaz’s pastel jeans are on my wish list. I love how she kept the top neutral and soft with a loose top and tan blazer.

Here’s the pair I have and how I’ve worn them:

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How I Wear: Preppy Chic

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Wearing:

|Sweater| Old Navy
|Chambray shirt| Converse from Target (Similar, Forever 21 – $22.80) (Similar, Old Navy – $24.94. This looks like a great option – the description says it’s lightweight which is why I love the one I own. It makes it great for layering.) Friday the 13th promo online: Use code ONFRIDAY13 for 13% off, ends today. Go through ebates for 2% cashback.
|Pants| super old from Old Navy
|Necklace| Forever 21

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How I Wear: Chambray and White Pencil Skirt

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Wearing:

|Chambray Shirt| Converse from Target (bought last year on clearance) (Similar, Old Navy)
|Skirt| Ann Taylor – I bought this in the winter on maaaaaajor clearance. I might have paid $13 for it? (Similar, Charlotte Russe) (Similar, The Limited) What’s up with Loft not taking additional discounts off final sale items anymore? I found that out yesterday when I went to make a purchase. I picked up a final sale item for $14.88. In the past, I would have gotten 30% off that final sale price as well! (You can get 30% off the entire store right now – except for final sale items apparently.) This was one of the reasons I loved shopping there so much!
|Necklace| J Crew bubble necklace from ebay
|Shoes| Jessica Simpson
|Belt| Forever 21 (available in neon yellow online. Check stores for the pink.)

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