Casual Fourth

Hope you're having a fabulous 4th of July weekend!  I wore this dress to lunch with my mom and sis at Pier 6 in the Navy Yard this past Friday.  The food was just okay but the views of Boston are spectacular.  I hear they have an amazing weekend Brunch that I'm dying to try.  It was a great way to kick off the Holiday weekend.  

xo 

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outfit details

dress: WAYF (on sale), also available here  //  purse: TopShop (old, last seen here), love this red one  //  shoes: Converse Chuck Taylor, love these too  //  shades: Ray-Ban

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the Perfect Red Dress for 4th

How perfect is this dress for a festive 4th of July party?  Admittedly, it may be too dressy for your traditional backyard BBQ, but that doesn't mean it wouldn't be perfect for a night out in the town or even a more formal 4th dinner party.  Hope you have a great long weekend!

Check out my other post, recapping my favorite 4th looks.

xo

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outfit details

dress: Storee via Nordstrom, (aslo love this one and this one)  //  heels: Candies via Kohl's, love these fringe ones too  //  purse: Sole Society via Nordstrom (also in white and camel), shop similar here  //   shades: Burberry (old)  

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4th of July Outfit Inspiration

Here are some looks from both my blog and instagram to provide you a little inspiration as you prepare your outfits for the upcoming 4th of July weekend.  I have a great red dress planned for this weekend that I'll be sharing in the next few days, so stay tuned.  In the meantime, shop my 4th of July inspired picks below:

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Festive Fairisle

Merry Christmas Eve!  I thought I would share one more cute look before the Holidays.  

Fairisle prints are everywhere these days.  So when I saw this gorgeous navy sweater at the Loft, with hints of pink and orange, I knew I had to have it.  It's my first fairisle, and so pretty, right?  There are limited quantities/sizes available online, so swing by your local Loft store to see what they have in stock.  (PS - everything is pretty much on sale right now!)  It might make the perfect last minute gift for yourself.  Be sure to scroll the banner below and shop my other fairisle favorites.  Happy Shopping!  

xo KJL

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outfit details

sweater: Loft Fairisle Sweater in 'sangria', also love this one & this one  //  blouse: 424 Fifth (old, last seen in this post), shop similar  //  jeans: Edyson (old), shop similar style  //  handbag: Kate Spade 'Charlotte' Satchel (old, last seen in this post), similar style here , love this one  //  shades: Ray-Ban Aviators in Matte Green  //  boots: Loft (old, last seen in this post), shop very similar, and I love these pointy toes ones  //  

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Midi Minute

Guess what!  This dress comes in burgundy!   I'm thinking it would be pretty much perfect for your next holiday soiree.  And at only $52, you can't go wrong.  Simply throw a fur vest or a festive cape over the dress - like this plaid cape or this plaid fringe number - and you're set!   I'd even opt for some cute high heeled leather or suede booties - like these babies - to finish the look.  Happy Styling!

Link Ups:  Cappuccino and Fashion  //  the Pleated Poppy  //  Pumps and Pushups  //  Tucker Up  //  Style Elixir  //  Penniless Socialite  //  the Fashion Canvas  

OUTFIT DETAILS 

dress: Leith Long Sleeve Midi Dress  //  vest: T.J.Maxx, similar here and here  //  heels: Enzo Angiolini Call me Leather Pumps  //  purse: Michael Kors, (old) similar here  //  necklace: J.Crew Factory, similar here  //  lipstick: MAC 'media'

Mix It Mondays: Summer Shorts in Winter

Hey Everyone!  Today I'm co-hosting a Linkup called Mix It Mondays.  The theme?  Show how you remixed something in your wardrobe!  It can literally be anything.  This was the perfect opportunity for me to share how I remixed these shorts from a few months back.  If you remember back to these posts here and here, I shared how to transition these silky/linen babies from summer to fall.  Now, I want to show you that you can wear shorts, skirts or even skorts, through the winter months just by finding the right accessories.  I opted for this textured sweater, tights and super cute heels (also new and also on sale!).  And though depending on where you live shorts may not be available in stores, many great online retailers still have great selections:  ASOS, the Loft, Nordstrom, etc.  These red silk shorts would be perfect for Holiday Parties!  

What do you think about how I remixed these shorts?

Link Ups: the Pleated Poppy  //  Style Elixir 

OUTFIT DETAILS 

shorts: Loft, old but similar here or  army green  //  sweater: Philosophy Textured Crew Neck Sweater via T.J.Maxx  //  heels: Nine West UGoGirl, on sale!  //  tights: Merona Opaque tights via Target  //  shades: Ray-Ban Aviators  //  purse: Michael Kors, old, similar here and on sale  //  lips: Laura Mercier Rouge Nouveau Weightless Lip Colour in 'Muse'      

Now I'd love to see how you're remixing your wardrobe!
Fizz & Frosting (Bloglovin') / Style-Blueprint (Bloglovin')

Linkup Rules:

1. Follow your host Fizz and Frosting (via Bloglovin' or Instagram) and your co-host, Kristy of Style-Blueprint (via Bloglovin' or Instagram)
2. Share a post, showing how you remixed an item - a top, skirt, jeans, purse, shoes -- it's completely up to you! Want to share a collage? Go for it!
3. Link back to this post with a text link or by sharing the linkup button!
4. We'd love for you to tweet using #MixItMon so we can help promote your posts!

Want to co-host in the future? Please email Lauren at lauren@fizzandfrosting.com and use the subject MIX IT MONDAYS!

Holiday Gift Guide

With Black Friday right around the corner, the time has come to start thinking about Holiday Gifts.  Above, I've put together 16 fabulous gift ideas under $50 each, with the exception of an adorable Kate Spade Bluetooth Speaker - a must have.  I hope this post provides you a bit of inspiration this Holiday Season!  

For the men in your life, check out the new TOMs for Target collection here.
For friends + co-workers, I love what the Paper Source has to offer, shop gifts here.
For my mom + my sister, Kate Spade is my go-to, here.
For other family members or in-laws, you can't go wrong with under $50 home items, here.  
Or find personalized items here from Plow & Hearth.

1.   Nail Polish Set  --  $28

2.   Faux Fur Throw Blanket  --  $35
3.   Espresso Cups  --  $42
4.   Blanket Scarf  --  $50
5.   Kate Spade Bluetooth Speaker  --  $60
6.   TOMs for Target Jar Candle with Wood Box  --  $15
7.   Kate Spade Thermal Mug  --  $18
8.   Peace Joy Love Coasters  --  $7
9.   What's A Hostess to Do? Entertaining Guide  --  $18
10.  Kate Spade Champagne Tote  --  $28
11.  Moscow Mule Mug Set  --  monogramming available  --  $36 (on sale!)
12.  TOMS for Target Faux Leather Journal  --  $18
13.  Welly Socks  --  $45

14.  Gingerbread Ornament  --  $25
15.  Tech Gloves  --  $45
16.  Slippers  --  $39


Linking up to Friday's Fab Favorites: here

Happy Halloween

I'm all about using what you already have for a Halloween Costume... 

Happy Halloween Everyone!  For today I "threw" together a Bank Robber costume with primarily pieces that were already in my closet.  Lets discuss: the jeans, t-shirt, sneaks, beanie and tote were items that I already owned.  I made a quick run to target (note to self: do NOT go to Target, Walmart, Party City, etc on Halloween Eve), and purchased a men's black zipper down sweatshirt and finger-less gloves.  The costume section was totally picked over, with barely nothing left for a mask option, so I improvised.  I purchased black decorative gauze.  When I returned home, I folded the gauze to be about 4 layers thick, cut it into a long strip (to fit around my head).  I used bobby pins to hold it in place, took it off and cut simple holes for my eyes.  It worked pretty well, except for the fact that tiny pieces of  gauze keep getting into my eyes.  Oh well.  

Oh, I also made these "dirt" desserts for a party later tonight: chocolate pudding, cool whip, oreos, gummy worms + sandwich cookies.  Easy-peasy, and cute, right?

I had to share this recent outfit with you - doesn't it just scream fall?  I love it!  Have a safe & Happy Halloween evening!  

COSTUME DETAILS 

beanie: Target, $4.99  //  stripe top: Nordstrom $16.00, Target $12.00  //  jeans: TopShop $70
sweatshirt: Target under $20.00  //  kicks: Converse $45.00  //  mask: Party City, $0.99  //  fingerless gloves: Target, under $5.00

Stars & Stripes

Happy Labor Day!  It was HOT this weekend.  But I brought along this peplum striped jacket to throw over my star-studded top, just incase the weather changed.  I can't wait to wear this baby throughout the fall.

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ tee: Macy's, old }  { jacket: Free People Striped Peplum Jacket }  { jeans: Joe's High Rise Flares }  { purse: LV }  { shoes:  Sole Society }  { Shades: Ray-Ban Aviators }