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3 WAYS TO STYLE A GRAPHIC TEE THIS SUMMER

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HI GUYS ! Wow….it’s been a while since my last post & time just seems to keep flying by! 

Just recently I’ve been so busy because I launched the new Rock Paper Sequins T-Shirt Line (Yay!!) and the first few styles are now available on The Rock Paper Sequins Online Boutique. It’s been so much fun to work on a new collection & I really like the idea of creating something simple, chic, fun & accessible. So….on that note, I’ve really been getting more into wearing graphic tees on a regular basis & incorporating them into my everyday wardrobe.

Here are 3 Chic ways to style a Graphic Tee this season:


Casual Friday– You’ve been dressing up all week but now Friday’s finally here….throw on a cute Graphic Tee and your most sleek and polished jeans & top with a blazer & an abundance of layered jewelry for a pulled together day look that easily transitions into dinner & drinks…..

Electric Lady Tee by Rock Paper Sequins / Blazer by Joie / Denim by Paige/ Heels by Sam Edelman / Handbag by Alexander Wang


Weekend Workout– Weekends are for unwinding & also for working out! Squeeze in your workout or yoga class with on-the-go style….start with a cute Graphic Tee + a sleek pair of Workout Leggings, your sneakers, a water bottle & you’re good to go……

Love Love Love Tee by Rock Paper Sequins / Cheetah Print Workout Leggings by Onzie / Star Print Workout Leggings by Terez /  Running Shoes by Nike / Water Bottle by Ban.do / Gym Bag by Lululemon


Sunday Brunch- Brunch is my favorite & such relaxing meal…. wether you are meeting up with the girls or spending quality time with family, dress up your chic Graphic Tee with a cool denim skirt & some espadrilles for an effortless look that’s sexy & fun but not trying to hard…..

Spirit Animal Tee by Rock Paper Sequins / Denim Skirt by J Brand / Espadrilles by Sam Edelman / Hand bag by Rebecca Minkoff

    Happy Summer!

    XO,

    Zoe

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      The Look You Need For The Holidays- “ROCK N ROLL SEQUINS” #Holidaystyle

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      Happy November! It’s hard to believe that 2018 is winding down & there are only 6 weeks left of this year! I’m getting excited for the holidays & the chance to get a little dressed up for different events. This season I’ve been really feeling a Disco meets Rock N Roll vibe with lots of “glam & glitter” and my favorite….sequins! I thought it would be fun to put together an assortment of disco inspired outfits for the party season in different price categories….no matter what your budget is there’s always something cute to find to get dressed up in.

      I generally like to keep my holiday looks on the casual side and to mix them with some edgier accessories like a studded handbag or some sleek rock n roll style boots. But it’s always fun to play with different looks especially when you have a fun party (or 2) to attend!

      Wishing you a happy & healthy holiday season with lots of style, fun & glamour!

      Here are some of my favorite looks for the fall/winter holiday season…..



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      metallic rainbow heels/ Sophia Webster

      sequins tulle turtleneck/ Halpern

      one shoulder sequin dress/ Majorelle

      sequin handbag/ Sonia Rykiel

      glitter ankle boots/ Saint Laurent

      fuchsia booties/ Dolce Vita

      beaded clutch/ Alice & Olivia

      sequin romper/ Endless Rose

      patent leather leggings/ Haider Ackerman

      patent leather tote / Stand

      Which piece is your favorite & what are you planning on wearing this holiday season?

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      THE LOOK- “BOHEMIAN MODERN”……. my fall favorites #FW18

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      Now that fall is in full swing and the temperatures have dropped in NYC, it’s officially time to pile on the layers & start incorporating some of the new trends into your wardrobe……I really do love the fall season and all the rich colors that come with it. Wine, Bordeaux and Fuchsia have been some of my most favorite colors of the season and I love mixing and matching different shades for a tonal look.

       

      Here are some of the fall favorites that I’m currently coveting….

       

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      I’m loving the rich colors, luxurious textures & bohemian prints trending this fall season……

       

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      1. Dress /  Self Portrait        2. Boots /  Laurence Dacade    (& more affordable version HERE)  3. Velvet Top / Magda Burtrym (& more affordable version HERE )

      4. Velvet Flares /  J Brand   5. Sneakers /  Acne Studios       6. Cross-body Bag / Valentino .            (& more affordable version HERE)  7. Ruffle Sweater /  Endless Rose      8. Printed Blouse /  Alice & Olivia (& more affordable version HERE)

       

       

      Which piece is your favorite?

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      XO,

      Zoe       

      Mad For Plaid- The Fall Edit

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      Happy Fall! #TGIF It’s the weekend! 

      It seems we are finally experiencing some fall weather here in NYC! Fall is one of my favorite seasons and also just a really fun time to get dressed! I love it when the weather cools down a bit and it feels like the time to throw on some layers & an amazing jacket….So…..with that in mind it seems like the right time to think about this coming fall season & what my new Fall Favorites will be. Right now I’m loving bright Red paired with Black & Grey neutrals. Also loving bold plaids and leather looks too….

      Here are some of things on my fall wish list. It’s always fun to add a few great new pieces each season that can be mixed & matched together with the classic items that are already  in your closet.

       

      MY FALL FAVORITES:

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      Clockwise from top left:

      1. Faux Leather Jacket with Studs /  Pistola      2. Red Plaid Tote Bag/  Think Royln       3.Faux Leather Shirt/ pushBUTTON   4. Plaid Pants/ Michael Kors      5. Snakeskin Boots /  Chloe        6. Crossbody Bag/ Rebecca Minkoff           7. Pleated Skirt/  We11Done       8. Plaid Print Blouse/ Sanctuary      9. White Booties/   Sam Edelman

       

      Which item is your favorite? Comment Below!

       

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      YOUR AFFORDABLE STYLE GUIDE FOR THE LAST DAYS OF SUMMER #endlesssummer #styleguide

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      Hi again! So…..this summer has been going so fast & I’ve been sooooo busy between working, parenting & our hectic city lifestyle in general that I’ve been a bit MIA on the blog lately.  But even though its almost the end of August, I’m still so excited about styling my summer looks & looking for great new sale items because it feels like summer’s just not over yet!

      There’s still 2 more weeks till Labor Day weekend… so lets make the most of it! My family and I are finally getting some time to relax & escape the city and we are so excited to get in some more beach days & pool time & fun in the sun. Lately I’ve been searching for some cute styles that can take you through a long fun day at the beach or pool & then out to dinner and drinks….

      This is a great time of year to look for the styles you may have been coveting all season that could currently be on sale or adding great new items you can wear now & also in the begging of the next summer season. I always am looking for a great bargain & love finding things to add to my wardrobe this time of year….because lets face it, fall is just not as fun!

      This summer I’ve been really into dresses and bright colors. I like to mix and elegant look with something more edgy and have also been getting back into graphic t-shirts again. For summer I tend to wear more simple styles but also to have fun with my outfit choices. Fashion should always be fun and make you feel good about yourself!

      Here are some of my favorite looks for this end of the summer season:

      (Most styles are on sale!)

       

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      1. Mink Pink Floral Dress        2.Lace Up Dress      3. Wrap Dress            4. Sunglasses                 5. Crop Top              6. Yellow Dress            7. Cut Out Shoulder Top

       

       

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      1.Beach Dress           2. Graphic Tee              3. Polka Dot Dress       4. Beach Tote

          5. Colorful Slides           6. Polka Dot Bikini       7. Bright Sunnies

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      HAPPY LAST DAYS OF SUMMER!

      SPRING 2018: HOW TO ADD NEW COLOR TO YOUR WARDROBE THIS SPRING

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      Wow! I can’t believe it’s already May! I’ve been a bit missing in action on the site lately with so many changes & so much going in my life lately….but…….I’m very excited to get back into the spring season & to be writing again here on Rock Paper Sequins. It’s been a looooong & cold winter here on the East coast & it’s finally starting toward up & feels like spring is finally in the air.

      It’s so fun to be in the city this time of year, everyone is so excited to be outdoors and there’s such an amazing collective energy and optimism on the streets and in the parks and the cafes too, it’s contagious!

      Anyway, I’ve been anticipating this season for a while and excited to start wearing all the new spring threads. One thing I’m really excited about is adding more color into my wardrobe after many months of wearing darker colors.

      What are your favorite colors to wear this spring?

      I’m currently so excited about: PINK, YELLOW & LILAC

       

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      Pink is the color of optimism & love. It can be delicate & sweet and feminine & romantic, but it also represents universal love and the most powerful form of love which is self love….

      SHOP THE LOOK- clockwise from top: 

      floral print dress/ dRA                  eyelet lace dress/   Rebecca Taylor                     gingham top/ Lovers & Friends          off the shoulder midi dress/ Astr the Label             wrap around bracelet/  Rebecca Minkoff            skirt/  Paskal                    cat eye sunglasses/ Fendi

       

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      Yellow is a happy color. It represents positive energy & enlightenment, but it can also be cheerful & fun….& perfect for Spring 2018!

      SHOP THE LOOK- clockwise from top: 

      EYELET TOP/  Endless Rose         maxi dress/ Privacey  Please      slip dress/   Glamourous  

      ruffled wrap dress/  C/ Meo Collective

      pineapple bag/ similar here        handbag/ similar here           sandals/ Topshop

       

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      Ultra Violet is the ultimate color & Pantone’s color of the year!

      The color violet can be associated with royal, luxury, power & ambition….it also represents creativity, devotion, peace & magic….

      SHOP THE LOOK- clockwise from top: 

      ruffled crop top/ Rebecca Taylor       floral print dress/  Ulla Johnson

      off the shoulder dress/   Endless Rose        long sleeve ruffle dress/ For Love and Lemons

      booties/ Tibi        backpack/ Deux Lux

      HAPPY SPRING!

       

      The Icon- RIHANNA STYLE….All the Looks You’ll Want to Wear Right Now for #SS18

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      One of my favorite style icons from the past few years has been the effortlessly cool & uber-stylish RIHANNA. In this day and age it’s hard to find people with a strong personal style who like to break the rules & take fashion risks, but that’s exactly Rihanna. She’s unapologetic & true to herself in both her music, lyrics and her street style too.

      Always cutting edge & slightly ahead of the curve, Rihanna sets trends and defines the styles that we all seeM to crave by the following year. A true rebel, independent woman & free spirit, she wears whatever she wants with pure confidence from the red carpet to the stage to the street. Always cool, always effortless & forever beautiful, she is a talented signer, performer & designer.

      Here are some of my favorite looks worn by Rihanna in 2017 & the current similar styles you’ll want to wear right now…..

      Get Inspired:

      ULTRA VIOLET – Pantone’s color of the year is set to be the most coveted color for this Spring season….It looks fresh, cutting edge & optimistic in tops, dresses & accessories…..

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      clockwise from top:  1. BLOUSE / TIBI  2. COLD SHOULDER TOP / ALICE & OLIVIA

      3. LACE DRESS/ FOR LOVE & LEMONS     4. BOOTS/ TOPSHOP

      5. DRESS/ RAMY BROOK    6. CIRCLE PURSE/ BAGGU

       

       

      DISTRESSED DENIM : get ready for wide legs & lighter washed denim for Spring…..

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      GET THE LOOK:

       

      clockwise from top: (from the steal to the splurge…)

      1. ASOS   2. TOPSHOP  3. MOUSSEY    4. AGOLDE

       

       

      EYELET LACE: one of my all-time favorites, this is a timeless look that can be both edgy and romantic….

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      GET THE LOOK:

       

      clockwise from top: (from the steal to the splurge…)

       1. TOPSHOP   2. ASOS  3. ENDLESS ROSE    4. TULAROSA

      5. BB DAKOTA

       

       

      FIT TO BE TIED: wear it cropped, wear it tied & pair with high waisted denim or skirts

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      clockwise from top: 

       1. NORDSTROM  2. REVOLVE 3. REVOLVE   4. TULAROSA

       

      BRIGHT FLORAL PRINTS:  channel the 60’s with Flower Power prints in tops, dresses, skirts & pants….

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      GET THE LOOK:

      1. dress/ TOPSHOP    2. skirt/ DVF   3. skirt/ TOPSHOP

       

      Which Rihanna inspired look is your favorite & what are you excited to wear this spring? Leave a comment below.

      XO, 

      Zoe

       

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      “Work It Girl!” Your Work Out Style Guide….From the Splurge to the Steal…all the #Outfitinspo you need for your #Workout – The Look #35

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      One of my big goals that I set two years ago was to make exercising a regular (as in a 3-4 times weekly) practice….. and right now I’ve officially completed 2 years of following through on that commitment!

      I can honestly say I have hit the gym at least 3 Times each week ( with the exception of sick & travel days), and it feels sooooo good to say that! I feel so much better mentally & physically now & regular exercise helps me feel more productive & motivated.

      I have to say though that at first it was hard and sort of unfamiliar to keep this kind of routine, but it truly is a great feeling to follow through on your goals and to really show up for yourself no matter what! Once you have truly made that commitment to yourself, nothing can stop you!

      I think that one of the reasons it was so good to accomplish this is because I really got so tired of letting myself down with all the various projects that I would start and then stop over the years… After a while it just gets really old to live like this and…. just as you wouldn’t want to disappoint your loved ones, then why would you want to disappoint yourself ? If there is something you really want to do, the first step is the commitment in your mind (make that promise to yourself), and the second step is to just do it by finding a workout you love & taking the small steps towards what you want to do and sticking with it, either daily or weekly,…. but really just being determined to show up for yourself without worrying about the end results….trust me, you’re worth it!

      Wether you are hitting the gym all the time or just getting started, there are so many cute clothing & accessories options out there in all different price points. I find that wearing neutrals mixed with fun brights or pastels are what gets me in a good mood and prepared for that workout or yoga session! Staying motivated can be a challenge but having the right outfit  will keep you on point & focused…..

      Lets do this….

       

      Here are some of my favorite work out looks from the splurge to the steal:

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      What’s your favorite way to work out & stay motivated? Leave a comment below.

      XO, 

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      How to Look Fab When It’s Freezing Cold-#WinterChic #Outfitinspo…. The Look #34

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      Ever since the New Year, it’s been absolutely freezing in NYC!!! With temperatures as low as 10 degrees and major snow on the ground , it doesn’t leave much inspiration for even leaving the house unless absolutely necessary, but still….the show (& life & work) must go on!

      Currently as we are heading into the second week of the year, it’s “warming up” to the 30’s and 40’s which is much more manageable….but still….for someone who spent so many years in sunny California, it takes a bit of adjusting to get used to getting dressed on these super cold days.

      Here is my un-official guide to looking stylish in the lower digits, all in styles from the splurge-worthy to the steal 🙂

      THE COAT

      I’ve never been a big fan of puffy coats and have always steered towards faux furs in fun, bright colors…..but when the temps really drop you’ll want to wrap yourself up in anything that resembles your warmest duvet comforter….here’s some chic alternatives in different price points:

       

      1.Bordeaux down puffer/ SAM $575   2.Gold puffer/ Add Down   3. Pink cold night puffer/ Lovers & Friends $178    4.Red  X Revolve Belted Puffer Lovers & Friends $101  5.Lilac puffer bomber/ Lioness $100     6.Leopard Print Puffer/ ASOS $34 on sale!

       

      THE SWEATER

      You can never go wrong with a great sweater and this season there are so many cute ones to choose from….and many of them are also on sale….a win/ win!

       

      1.Fuchsia boss woman top/ Lovers & Friends $168   2. Grey ruffle sweater/ English Factory $63 on sale!     3.Pink cold shoulder sweater/ Glamorous $60   4.Blue Tie Sleeve sweater / JOA $52    5.Lilac sweater/ ASOS $45 on sale!

       

      THE BOOTS

      I must admit that I have never purchased snow boots before, unless you count the ones I had when I was about 9 years old…..Anyway, it didn’t snow much last year and that was our first winter since moving to the east coast. But this year I do see the importance of having a great pair of boots to beat the elements plus you can still look chic doing it….there’s nothing like ruining your fave pair of boots and getting your feet wet in the slushy street corners of NYC! Not fun!

       

      1.shearling trimmed booties/ Alexander McQueen $710 on sale!     2. tan wedge holiday booties/ Sorel $295    3. park city short wedge booties/ Sorel $300   4. tall snow boots/ Blondo $162 on sale!   5. ruffled boots/ J/Slides $67 on sale!     6. faux fur trim boots/ Madden Girl $52 on sale!  

       

       

      Happy Winter!

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      The Holiday Edit: “Glitter & Glam”…. Your Affordable Holiday Style Guide….The Look #33- #PartyStyle

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      Happy December! It’s officially Holiday Season & time to start prepping for all those amazing holiday parties & events….

      It’s so fun to get your Glitter & Sequins on this time of year. This season I’m loving velvet & lace tops & dresses in rich jewel tones & shades of pink as well as glittery sequined dresses & the sparkliest party shoes in bright & muted colors.

      Here are some of my favorite looks in different affordable price points (all items range from $50- $200) for the fall/winter holiday season…..

      “Glitter & Glam”….Party Perfect Outfits for the Fall/ Winter Holiday Season

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      Wishing you a happy & healthy holiday season with lots of style, fun & happiness!

      SHOP THE POST

      Party Tops:

      1. velvet flutter top/ Show Me Your Mumu

      2. lace peplum top/ Topshop

      3. velvet cold shoulder top/ Cooper & Ella

      4. lace blouse/ Bardot

       

      Party Dresses:

      5. velvet mini dress/ UO

      6. sequin surplus dress/ Motel

      7. keyhole halter dress/ For Love & Lemons

      8. sequin mini dress/ For Love & Lemons

       

      Party Shoes:

      9. glitter ankle boots/ H & M

      10. velvet booties/ Sam Edelman

      11. pink luxe platform sandals/ Topshop

      12. sequin block heel sandals / Topshop

       

      Have a great weekend & stay tuned for more style posts next week!

       

      BTW, What are your favorite items to wear for the holidays? Leave a comment below.

      XO,

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