How To Wear Sequin Pants

Just in time for the holidays, or more specifically, New Years Eve - I have the 'how to' guide on the latest trend, Sequin Pants. 

1. Go Peplum

This look would be best for an evening out, whether going to a fancy wedding, or ringing the new year in - Stay with a neutral color - black or white seem to work with most sequin pants - pair with some simple heeled sandals and you are ready to go! 

2. Go Monochromatic 

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Sticking with a color in different variations is a safe way to play down the sequin pants look. Above you will see two casual outfits that stay in the gray color family.

3. Word Play

Graphic T's with words on them are a big trend right now. Using a casual t-shirt with text is another way to keep in trendy, yet casual. Go for a kitten heel to take it up a notch - or flats to have a more rocker-vibe. 

4. Be Cozy

Although I recommend staying away from any prints on the top - the 2nd photo above pulls off the look with a festive holiday feel. Be careful when choosing a print - do not pick one that is to big or too busy. Sweaters can make the look polished, or comfortable. If you have great legs, and oversized sweater may be a perfect selection, if more of a pear shape - Stick with a fitted, but longer sweater. 

5. Complimenting Color

Using the mauve pink with the navy is a risky combination that paid off! Play around with different soft tones that resembles neutrals to get a safe look without sacrificing color. Also, a fun way to add color is the go black or white on top - with a fun color in the shoe. Pantone color this year, seen above, is wine! 

5. Blazers

Blazers can dress up the sequins without looking losing your professionalism. Now, MAYBE you work for a company where this would be a totally awesome look for the holiday party...maybe not. Use your judgement on that one - but like me, I love a good blazer and pairing one with sequin pants is a classy/festive look for any occasion. 

6. Bustier Top 

This is my favorite look which I will use to inspire my New Years Eve 2015 look. A neutral bustier paired with a blazer or sweater and pumps is a simple, yet elegant look with the sequin pants. This is also good for pear shapes as the long sweater/blazer helps disguise wider hips.

xo

H

Florals for Spring

As I am sure this is no surprise to anyone - Florals are big this spring. Not with just a dress or scarf - but bright, bold, and large florals are popping up all over the place - below are some ways to wear! 

My favorite addition to my closet will be the floral jacket - this one (above) is prefect for April showers

 

I love this outfit! I tried to find this jacket online, no luck! Similar versions can be found at sheinside.com or XXI 

Here is a feminine, smaller print that goes oh-so-nicely with this pale teal. 

Loving the edgy touch on the moto-jacket. 

Ok, so if this post is totally reminding you of your Grandmother's couch - I understand...try to have an open mind, after-all, especially in fashion - we know history tends to repeat itself.

The Horror!! 

Now back to prettier things.... 

Floral dresses are always big in spring and summer - I guess the difference this year is the brightness and boldness of the print. 

and if you are still weary of this look - go for a floral scarf - easy. 

...and if you are the more daring type - these babies are ah-mah-zing.

Hope you enjoyed! Let me know your thoughts. 

xo

H

Fall Is In The Air..

Fall. Time for the scarves, boots, layering, cognac, cardigans, leopard, and plaid to come out to play. Yep - its happened - I caught the fall bug - now all my Pinterest obsessions are coats and stripes and I am increasingly becoming bored with short shorts and maxi dresses. Check out a few key selections below to get you inspired.

Things to look out for this Fall/Winter: Maroon, Leopard, Cognac, Emerald, Plaid, Winter-White, and Leather (Also, don't forget to get a statement coat in the BRIGHT color of your choosing!) 

Have a good labor day weekend! I guess that's the big reminder than summer is truly over and we need to start covering our piggle toes up with cute flats and riding boots =) I am not complaining.

(disclosure: coming from FL - I know all of my FL people are scratching their heads - there is no stopping the shorts and flip flops - not til January at least. )

xo

H

Anchor Pants

This is my favorite article of clothing. My Black & White Anchor Pants from The Gap.

The just fit so perfectly and whenever I wear them I feel my best (hence why I have worn them to several job interviews, well the creative fields at least.)

Blazer is the Gap as well - OLD though, and found it on sale. Every girl needs a plain, fitted, black blazer - if you don't own one, get one! My T-shirt was just a cheapy from XXI and shoes are Colin Stuart from Victorias Secret. 

Yesterday was Mother's Day!! I hope everyone had a great day with their Mommies (or as a mommy!) I sure did! My Mom and I went to a huge Food Truck Festival downtown - then had a lovely drink outside, followed by dinner with Patrick. 

xo

H

Trendy Tuesday: Mint

Mint

Mint is a great, easy, happy spring trend that has been around for about two years now - but is not showing signs of going anywhere. From jewelry, weddings, home decor, to evening gowns and skinny jeans - it is truly everywhere you look. 

It gives a fresh, clean feeling that looks good on everyone. I like it during the warmer months because if I have any sort of tan at all - it makes it pop! 

This fabulous Mint leather strap watch can be found at Lord & Taylor - Don't have one near you? Order online! Price point? Under $100!! 

Essie is my beyond favorite nail polish brand - its so rich in color and easy to put on (I do my own nails weekly so it's important for it to be easy and high in quality!) This is Essie's Mint Candy Apple - they have a few shades of mint in their collection but they're all good (some more greenish, some more blueish - all minty!) It just depends what speaks to you! 

Honestly, I think Kate Middleton has been in every single one of my Trendy Tuesdays so far - talk about trend setter! This is so pretty and classy - It really shows you how to pair mint with neutrals in order to accomplish a classy, simple look. 

Bringing it back 60s style! This is a Retro Rotary Telephone! It was just found online - I am not sure you can purchase this anywhere - probably at an antique shop or flea market. So cute right?! Too bad I don't have a land line...

More fabulous trendy girls in the finest mint - I love Extra's Maria Menounos's dress the best - The different shades of mint in the chiffon material looks romantic and gorg. 

Marianda Kerr looking breezy and beautiful as always

These are awesome! I need some mint earrings - These were found on Etsy.com actually and after a bit of research - Etsy apparently has TONS of mint earrings just like this! Also, with silver base instead of gold - if that's more your thing =) 

Minty Macaroons. Yum.

Oh gezz - not only do I want to wear this to the many upcoming weddings I have this year - but I am also tempted to throw my bridesmaids in this beaut! Cannot track down where the heck this is found (saw in google images) If anyone knows - help a sista out!! 

This is a cute look as well - wearing mint with all black - this allows the mint to really shine - also can be worn while filling the gas tank! Who knew?! 

Now for some home decor in the fabulous mint green. I wish I could do this room - maybe one day- the vases on the wall and amazing - so daring! I wonder if I could pull it off?

OOOOOH calming - doesn't it make you want to have a spa day?!

Pretty in Mint - I find these tulle skirts to be coming deeply into fashion as well - I'd love to throw this on with a white J.Crew tee and a jean jacket - Hello Spring! 

Nice Top - this girl is all over pinterest in this getup - its almost an edgy-mint green look - very unique!

Took my engagement photos this Saturday - they're being edited now and should be to me by the end of the week - stay tuned and I will post them as soon as I get my hands on them! Can't wait! 

xo

H