Olive over stripes

Today I'm sharing another way I styled this green cape/poncho (see first post here).  When I first saw this cape online during the nordstrom anniversary sale, I debated purchasing the black option, instead of green.  I took a risk, bought the green and I'm glad I did.  The olive/green color goes with more than I expected, especially this time of year.  I've been throwing it on over really anything - yesterday a chunky sweater, this past weekend over a long sleeve tee while out running errands.  I love that it can be styled casually and dressed up, I'm thinking with some wide leg trousers...  This won't be the last time you'll be seeing this baby, that's for sure.

I'm not sure if I'll have time to squeeze in another post between now and thursday, so Happy Thanksgiving!  I'm thankful for this blog (my creative and stylish outlet) and of course, you - my followers!  Thank you for your support!  Speaking of Thanksgiving... What's everyone wearing?  I'm struggling to pick something out, though I might just end up wearing this poncho to hide the food gut!

xo KJL

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outfit details

cape: Nordstrom (sold out - first shared in this post), similar here (with hood) & here (no hood)  //  jeans: TopShop 'Jamie' //  shirt: Forever 21 (old - last seen here), similar here  //  purse: Nordstrom Street Level Reversible Tote //  boots: Circus by Sam Edelman 'Raylan' Ankle Boots  //  shades: Kate Spade outlet, almost identical here   

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Work It Out

Today's post is a quick one.  I wanted to share this work-ready look.  There are endless possibilities with this cape blazer (or is it blazer cape..?).  I'm looking forward to wearing this baby during the Holiday season.  It would be perfect over a sequin dress or with a white wide-leg jumpsuit...

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outfit details

top: 424 Fifth (old), similar here  //  blazer: Nordstrom Mural Cape Blazer //  pants: Old Navy Pixie in "Miner's Gold"  //  shades: Burberry  //  purse: Nordstrom   //  heels: Nine West (old), similar style here  //  watch: Michael Kors, similar here  //  

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the overall // $150 Nordstrom Giveaway (Closed)

 Happy Monday everyone!  Be sure to enter the giveaway below...  Hope you win!

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outfit details

overalls: GAP  //  top: Forever 21  //  cape: Nordstrom (anniversary sale purchase), similar here + here  //  heels: Nine West, last seen here  //  hat: Amazon (less expensive option), pricier option here  //  purse: Sole Society (similar high / low ) 

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(CLOSED)  Winner is Wendy Stacey

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Contrast Cape

We made it through another work week.  Thank goodness for Friday!  I hope you have a fabulous weekend.

xo KJL

Link Up: Trend Spin  //  

OUTFIT DETAILS 

cape: Steve Madden (via Marshalls), grey option here (on sale) and here, or try this stripe number  //  top: TopShop x Nordstrom Pleated Yoke Shirt, last seen here and here  //  boots: Sam Edelman, last seen here, very similar TopShop option here  //  jeans: Hudson  //  shades: Kate Spade, similar style here  //  clutch: Clare V. Foldover Clutch  //  

Color on Cape

Well, Christmas will be here in only 3 days!  So I wanted to share this festive red & white cape with you today.  It screams "Holiday Season" with the Red and White palette, and pops of other colors like purple, blue, grey, tan...   It is a fun and easy way to transform a casual outfit into a statement look.  Check out how last week I styled a nude leather trim cape here. The cape is perfect for those last minute shopping excursions when you don't want to be weighted down by a heavy puffer...  Plus, the cape is light-weight (aka.. easy to throw over your arm while you are breaking into a sweat after running through massive crowds into a dozen different stores searching for that perfect last minute gift.)  I love Christmas Shopping.  Believe it or not, I actually enjoy being in the mall at 10 pm on a Sunday evening.  I was there last night and the Sunday prior....       

Speaking of last minute gifts, check out my under $50 gift guide.  Lots of stores (like Nordstrom) are still guaranteeing delivery by Christmas Eve.. so its never too late!  Happy Shopping.   

Link Ups:  Fizz and Frosting  //  The Fashion Canvas  //  

OUTFIT DETAILS 

cape: Sheinside Red and Black Asymmetrical Wool Blend Cape, similar Topshop Blanket Cape  //  jeans: Joe's Boyfriend Slim Leg Jeans  //  sweater: Michael Kors, last worn here, very similar here  //  shoes: DV by Dolce Vita  'Lex' Loafter (on sale!)  //  purse: Michael Kors Selma Satchel (old), similar white-tan-black option  //  lips: Lancome Rouge In Love 'Fiery Attitude'  //  shades: Burberry

the Cape

Hey all!  Sorry I've been slacking on the new post front lately.  I find it very difficult to find time (i.e. sunlight!) this time of year to photography my recent looks.  Luckily, I was able to snap some pictures over the weekend and I'll be sharing the rest of those looks with you real soon...

So I hope you enjoy this first look of this week.  I simply adore this cape but literally haven't worn it since this post nearly 2 years ago.  I wanted to keep with a neutral color palette: black, beige + white.  I added a bit of dimension by layering this black + white striped top with this black short sleeve dress.  Though the dress maybe could be a bit longer, the over-the-knee boots provide the necessary balance, while minimizing the amount of 'leg' showing.  And the leopard clutch?  Well that just ties the entire look together!  If you like stripes, you could opt for a striped long sleeve dress, like this one for only $34.  Happy Styling!   ...and Don't forget to follow along via Instagram

Link Ups:  Style Elixir  //  Fizz and Frosting  //  Because Shanna Said So  //  Pumps and Pushups  //  Cappuccino and Fashion  //  Tucker Up  //  the Fashion Canvas  //  Life & Style Linkup  //  Style to Inspire  //  the Pleated Poppy  

OUTFIT DETAILS 

cape: Calvin Klein (old, last seen here), similar black option here, love this grey hooded option  //  dress: Leith V-neck Dress (last seen here), similar here  //  top: Nordstrom Rack (last seen here), similar here & here  //  boots: Ivanka Trump Sarena Over the Knee Boots (first seen here), also available here (on sale!)  //  shades: Ray-Ban Aviators  //  collar: ASOS (old), similar large here,  smaller here  //  lips: Mac Retro Matte Lipstick in 'Flat Out Fabulous'  //  purse: Clare V. Foldover Clutch in Leopard (25% off today)