Spring Fever

It's Spring but still not Summer 

Although according to our calendars it's spring but clearly the weather has not been informed, especially here in the Midwest.  So even though you may still have your shorts and tank tops still out from Spring Break, you may not be wearing them here for a little while.  Because the temperatures are so inconsistent I wanted to create a look that allows for early spring (or my version of mild winter).  You may not want to trade those layering pieces for t-shirts and shorts just yet.  

Because it is still pretty chilly out and has only warmed up a little bit (a little is better nothing),  I wanted to create an outfit that gets you out of those chunky, sad winter clothes and has a little more of a spring vibe to it.  

The light washed jeggings and cardigan are light and bright which I personally feel can really put you in the Spring mode.  However, this is a practical look because while looking cute is nice, looking cute while still being warm is a lot nicer.  Therefore, the cardigan is thick and the long-sleeve underneath add warmth as opposed to the regular layering tank or V-neck.  The leopard scarf also protects the neck and face from some of the bitter wind (I know I've experienced).

This is just an idea of a Spring look for when the temperatures are still a little low but you still want look cute and fashionable.

Back to Black

Not So Basic Black

Black is the last thing from basic.  In my opinion it is the most influential and used color in fashion right now.  It can be seen in so many famous designers upcoming lines.  Personally, it is my favorite color to wear.  There are so many different way that you can style it, that its not just the basic color that many think it is.

Above are three different looks for all the different seasons, and just some of the different ways to style it.  The left is Victoria Beckham wearing a black blazer, under shirt, pants and velvet boots.  Another thing that mixes up this look is the blazer, which has some shine on the color adding some more dimension. This would be my example of a fall/ winter look.  The thing that makes this look is that its not the same fabric or length or anything. If everything is the same material or cut then the look can become one- dimensional and sad.  

Styling an all black look with a vibrant color such as the girl in the center can add a little excitement to a look.  The center look is a spring/summer look that still is practical for the warm weather; even though it is all black.  The light weight top allows for breathing and won't stick to you in that summer heat.  Cute sequin shorts add a little sparkle for some fun.

Another great thing that you can play with is a mixing up silhouettes and shape.  This can be seen in my third example on the right which is definitely another winter/ fall piece.  This big chunky sweater gives little shape, while the slim fitting pants underneath show plenty of figure.  By offsetting the chunkiness of the sweater with the skinny legged pants, you can avoid the "blob" look, which is when everything is baggy and makes you look like a blob and can't see ones body shape (I just kind of made up that term).  This statement necklace adds a little personality to this look as well.  

Black is far from basic and through proper styling and playing with dimension, you can really take black to a new level.  It's no longer the boring, sad color that is used to be .  

Comment below and tell me some of your favorite things to do with black pieces. 

The Oscars

Oscars

Because the Oscars were last week and my post last week was about Disney World I wanted to make sure I did a post on one of the most glamorous nights for celebrities (also because there is always a part of me that wants an occasion wear something so fancy).  

So here's my favorite look of the night: 

I thought Kate Hudson looked AMAZING! I really like how its so sleek and goes back to old hollywood.  I'm pretty sure I would die if I got to wear something like that.  I do think that the front of the dress is better than the back.  Minimal jewelry was really smart styling because I feel if there would have been something more dramatic like a statement necklace, it would have been just competing with dress rather than enhancing the whole look. 

I also really loved what Jennifer Lawrence and Olivia Wilde wore.  Comment below and tell me who you think had the best look of the night. 

Disney World! 

Over the weekend my team and I traveled down to Orlando for a softball tournament at ESPN's Wide World of Sports.  This place is massive with over 20 softball/baseball fields, a minor league stadium, soccer fields and even indoor arenas for other sports like cheer or volleyball. Not only were the facilities awesome but the weather was too! Coming from Peoria where it is 30's on a good day with snow and ice still on the ground, to Orlando where the low was 60's and the high was about 80, it felt like heaven. 

We played all day Friday, and Saturday but only one game on Sunday early and we didn't leave until Monday morning so we had half a day to ourselves.  Naturally we wanted to do what most people want to do when they go to Orlando, and that was Disney World.  With the generosity of a few very kind parents, we were able to spend 7 wonderful hours in the Magic Kingdom.

Growing up in Southern California I had always gone to Disneyland and loved it, but had never been to the Magic Kingdom.  I loved everything about it going to to their recently redone Fantasyland to Tomorrowland, everywhere! Above is a picture of my teammates and I when we first got there in front of the castle, and we were all so excited.  Personally my favorite ride was Space Mountain, as it is at Disneyland as well.  Although I did notice a few differences in some of the other rides, I still thought they were so much fun. 

There were so many great things that I experienced at Disney World from taking the ferry boat into the park to eating a giant turkey leg and even just walking around the park with some of my teammates. This was a trip that I will truly never forget and am so thankful to have been able to go.  

P.s. I highly suggest the ice cream cookie sandwich from the sleepy hollow, it was HEAVEN