NYC Style: The Transitional Pieces You Need This Spring #Outfitinspo

With the warm weather approaching at last, it’s finally time to start wearing those new spring looks….But you’ll still need that transitional jacket & shoes to get you into the season. The beginning of spring is so exciting but also a little tricky to dress for when you’re on the go. Mornings can start off chilly, afternoons are hot & evenings can be somewhere in the middle here in NYC….

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Pretty floral tops & bohemian style blouses are great for this time of year and can also be dressed down on weekends or transformed into a cute festival look if you’re headed to see any of the concerts this year….

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My key pieces for this time of year are:

transitional jacket– you’ll need a great jacket or 2 that goes with anything that you can wear in the morning & then take off again in the afternoon. The Moto jacket is a classic choice that you can find in plaid black, with embellishments or in fun colors.

MOTO JACKET 1. Levi’s  / 2. Blank NYC  / 3. Sunset & Spring  4. Rebecca Minkoff

 

a pretty blouse or mini dress– a great new spring dress or blouse is perfect for layering over jeans, leggings or pants for now & this look will take you from a day at the office to happy hour or can also be a great weekend brunch look too.

FLOWER PRINT DRESS or TOP  1. YFB on the Road / 2. Topshop 3. Rebecca Minkoff  4. Topshop

 

jeans– you can never go wrong with jeans that are comfortable & flattering & can be dressed up or down for any occasion

RIPPED DENIM   1. Articles of Society /  2. Topshop /  3. J Brand/  4. AG/

 

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE GO-TO ITEMS TO TRANSITION INTO SPRING? Leave a comment below.

Happy Spring!

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XO,

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The Look #22: The prettiest trend for Spring Summer ’17….Eyelet & Crochet Lace

Just loving all the pretty crochet & lace tops & romantic dresses for the Spring Summer season….Here in NYC we are still anxiously waiting for Spring to officially be sprung, but in the meantime it’s fun to plan & dream about all the pretty things to wear when it’s warm!

Also, if you are like me & just cannot wait, it’s fun to mix some new spring items (dresses & blouses) in with some of your fave winter items & to layer different pieces for that transitional season from winter to spring.

Here’s one of my favorite new Instagram looks that’s feminine & chic & also combines a few of my favorite winter items

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(This top is currently on sale & comes in 3 different colors, shop it here!)

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Crochet & Lace tops & dresses are pretty styles that are so girly & fun. Add a little edge by combining them with ripped jeans & boots or more hard edged accessories that have fringe, studs or metallic hardware.

Here are my current favorite tops, dresses & accessories for the Eyelet & Crochet Lace Trend :

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1. off the shoulder eyelet top/ Sea

 2. eyelet ruffle apron top / Nightcap x Carisa Rene

3. lace midi dress/ Wayf

4. handbag/ Rebecca Minkoff

5. crochet tiered ruffle top/ Sea

6. platform sandals/ See by Chloe

7. crochet dress/ Majorelle

8. ruffle lace top/ Self Portrait

9. metallic crossbody bag/ Rebecca Minkoff

Do you like the LACE trend for Spring Summer 2017? Which one is your favorite style? Leave a comment below

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The Look #20- Spring Brights & Ruffles….”Lady in Red”

 RUFFLES & BRIGHTS are really trending this season in tops, skirts & dresses…….

I’ve been loving all things ruffled lately and also adding some pops of bright color to my wardrobe…..I wore this bright red top out to brunch in Brooklyn this weekend & I’m loving how bold color can really brighten your mood on a bleary day.  There are so many great RED tops & dresses right now that can take you from a work day to night out to weekend look.

See below for some OF MY FAVORITE RED ITEMS, distressed denim & handbags I styled for the NEW SPRING SEASON inspired by my most recent #OOTD from INSTAGRAM…..

…because RED is always a good idea…

HOPE YOU HAVE A BEAUTIFUL DAY!

THE LOOK: ruffles, red, ripped denim, studs

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I found this top on sale at TOPSHOP…..& the jeans are from ZARA…..

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SHOP THE LOOK:

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SHOP the look: LADY IN RED

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  1. bell sleeve top/ INTERMIX     2. off the shoulder top/ ALICE McCALL       3. lace top/ JACK BY BB DAKOTA    4. flounce top/  AMANDA UPRICHARD     5. weekend bag/ REBECCA MINKOFF  6. denim/ TOPSHOP    7. dress/ KEEPSAKE     8. ripped jeans/ TOPSHOP      9. handbag/ STELLA MCCARTNEY  (similar HERE)    10. sunglasses/ GUCCi  .

Which style is your favorite? leave a Comment below.

XO,

Zoe

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Casual Chic- Black, White & Blue in Brooklyn

THE NEW T-SHIRT, JEANS & LACE TREND

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Sometimes it’s just fun to keep it simple & throw on a WHITE T-SHIRT & JEANS. This is one of my favorite and most comfortable outfits to wear that you can go back to time & time again. But of course you don’t want to wear just any old T-shirt or any old jeans, it’s got to be something that flatters & makes you feel good! I’m loving the “LACY CAMISOLE over a T-shirt” look, but sometimes it can get a bit tricky to pull off. This top is so simple and cute & I love the way the little CROPPED CAMI is built in for a seamless look. Also loving long NECKLACES & these simple medium wash JEANS that are so affordable.

I wore this ZARA top & jeans with METALLIC GOLD accessories, a FAUX FUR MOTO JACKET & suede BOOTS for a lunch date in Brooklyn. This is a fun & casual daytime look….just add some rocker-style accessories for an edgier look or dress it up with heels and a blazer for a more ladylike & sophisticated vibe.

What do you think about the LACE CAMI over a T-SHIRT look? Let me know in the comments below……

Hope you have a beautiful day!

XO,

Zoe

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THE LOOK

FAUX FUR MOTO JACKET / NASTY GAL  (sold out, but similar HERE)

T-SHIRT / ZARA (also similar  HERE)

DENIM/ ZARA (also similar HERE & here)

BOOTIES/ DOLCE VITA (similar HERE & HERE)

HANDBAG/ CIRCUS BY SAM EDELMAN

NECKLACE/ MARISA MASON

 

Pink in the City

PINK FAUX FUR IN THE CITY

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In case you’re following me on INSTAGRAM – then you know how crazy I am about faux fur COATS. Also super into the color PINK lately….. Walking around NYC in the winter definitely calls for bundling up in cozy layers before you hit the streets for some new adventures. Here I am wearing my current NYC uniform of ripped jeans, suede booties, new fringe trim handbag & a faux fur coat layered over a ruffled sweater.

XO,

Zoe

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—FAUX FUR, RUFFLED TOPS, RIPPED DENIM & FRINGE TRIM—

THE LOOK

FAUX FUR COAT/ SANCTUARY

RUFFLE TRIM SWEATER / TOPSHOP (& also similar HERE & HERE)

RIPPED DENIM/ ZARA (similar HERE & HERE)

SUEDE BOOTIES/ (now on sale!) LULU’S

FRINGE HANDBAG/ CIRCUS BY SAM EDELMAN

Ruffles, Embroidery & Metallics

 HOW TO START WEARING THE NEW SPRING TRENDS IN WINTER…


Lately, I’ve been dreaming about the upcoming spring summer season & finding ways to start adding in the new style trends into my current winter look. I’ve been loving all things PINK and RUFFLED with METALLIC accessories, pastel hued FAUX FUR & bold EMBROIDERIES. It’s also fun to play with different fabric textures & SATIN is definitely set to replace fall’s VELVET looks this spring.

You can wear SATIN & RUFFLES for day & mix with RIPPED DENIM & boots, or dress it up for night time with heels and bold accessories. Speaking about accessories…it’s a fun way to get a jump on the spring summer trends  a little bit early.

I wore this ZARA faux fur coat with a TOPSHOP satin ruffle top (on sale!), my favorite J BRAND ripped jeans & new TOPSHOP metallic booties (on sale!) &  embroidered handbag. This is such a fun & affordable look!

Stepping into January with optimism & thinking about bright & happy days……the best is yet to come…… Happy 2017

XO,

Zoe

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THE LOOK

FAUX FUR COAT/ ZARA  (sold out, but similar HERE & HERE )

RUFFLE BLOUSE/ TOPSHOP

DENIM/ J BRAND (similar here)

BOOTIES/ TOPSHOP  (similar HERE & HERE)

HANDBAG/ TOPSHOP -(sold out, but similar here & here)

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