#OOTD: Shifting Into 2016 (Feat. SheIn)

Close friends coming together, popping the champagne, noise makers and resolutions galore, you guessed it, the new year is upon us. Now that all the festivities are over and we are all still in resolution mode, I thought I would not only share my dress from New Year's Eve, but also a look at one of my first style resolutions of this year (if you want to see all of them, click here)! 

My Grandmother's Vintage Fur

As I've mentioned in a past post, after my grandmother passed away in 2013, she left my two gorgeous silver fox fur coats. The one in this post is obviously the long one, however if you'd like to take a look at the short one, feel free to click here!

Now, I have to admit that this coat was the perfect choice to pair with my little shift dress while taking on the cold, for a night of gallivanting around down town!

The lush fur and silky lining of this coat literally feels like heaven to wear when it is winter time here in the 'Burgh. When I had this gorgeous piece on there was literally no shivering going on while I was walking through the busy heart of downtown. It also attracts so many complements, even if that means people ask if they can pet it, still totally worth it!

The SheIn Shift Dress

This adorably patterned shift dress is my most recent piece I received form my collaborators over at SheIn! My mother always told me that what you do on New Year's Eve/New Year's day is supposed to be a reflection of what the rest of your year will be like. This being said, the reason why I decided to wear this darling little dress for New Year's Eve is because I want this year to be fun, so I figured why not kick it off with a fun dress! Love this dress? You can get it here.

Style Resolution No. 3: Bold Colored Bag

Though this isn't the exact bag I mentioned in my style resolutions post, it is one of my few bold bags that has unfortunately just been sitting in my closet. So for the New Year I decided that it would be a good thing to get an early jump on my resolution by carrying my gorgeous pebbled leather London Fog purse.

One Last Look

What did you wear to ring in the new year? Tell me all about it in the comments below or tweet me about it at @StarkRavingChic, or if you're more visual tag me on Instagram @StarkRavingChic!

Later babes, keep it chic!

Xx, Bree

 

#OOTD: Denim Days (Feat. Versona)

Happy New Year's Eve everyone! Though today's outfit isn't what I'll be wearing to watch the ball drop (don't worry dolls, I'll have a post with my pretty dress coming soon!), it's definitely worthy of being shared because this relaxed, laid back outfit is perfect for running party errands while still keeping me warm and looking stylish! Also as the title suggests, most of this darling denim outfit is from one of my more recent collaborators Versona!

Dolled Up In Denim

The reason I chose to run party errands in this outfit today is because lets face it: Party hosting is crazy stressful! So why make it more so by being uncomfortable while running errands? This being said, as much as I enjoy being the hostess with the mostess, I can't bring myself to run around in a dress and heels all day just to pick up champagne, food, and party favors!

So by throwing on a basic white blouse, cute scarf, some cozy jeans, and a well tailored jacket, I felt comfy enough to shop, warm enough to face the brisk winter air, and stylish enough to be seen in public! Now lets get the deets on the outfit shall we?

What's On Top?

Love my blouse? You can get it at Ralph Lauren

I've said it before and I'll say it again, one accessory every woman should have in her closet is a basic white blouse. The reason why is this piece is so versatile it can be dressed up and dressed down so easily. And something about this piece just adds a bit of effortless class to any outfit (even a jean jacket!).

Lets Accessorize!

One thing I love about the fall and winter seasons is that they're the two seasons where it's most acceptable to wear cute scarves as accessories-- I mean you have to be warm right? Scarves are also perfect to use as statement pieces and really can dress up a simple outfit. For instance, the reason why I like this elephant print scarf by Versona is because of it's fun and upbeat pattern! The design also helps break up the outfit a bit, making it look much less plain.  It also just pairs beautifully with my playful denim ensemble.

The Jacket

Last but not least for the top half of this outfit is my rustic jean jacket! I'm not gonna lie, up until this year I had no interest in owning a jean jacket, they always just seemed a bit too '70s for me. But when I seen this beauty at -- you guessed it-- Versona and tried it on I decided it was time to embrace my inner Debbie Harry and just go for it!

Perfect Patches

Flats by Frye Company
 

These adorable skinnies were the first thing I bought when I was at Versona because when it comes to unique looking jeans I just can't help myself! The reason I love these jeans is because they are soft, very well fitted, and the patch work on them is just absolutely perfect, giving them a carefree fun look.

One Last Look

What are you wearing before the big night? Do you prefer to dress down or do you like to be dressed up all day in preparation for the festivities? Tell me about it in the comments below or tweet me about it at @StarkRavingChic! And if you'd like to show me your outfit (I'd love to see it), tag me in your day before #OOTD on Instagram @StarkravingChic!

Until next time babes, keep it chic!

Xx, Bree

#OOTD: Two Textured

Wow. The weather here in Pittsburgh has been highly unusual this winter, is it possible I got my wish for Autumn year round?! Though I'm holding my breath that it has in fact come true (I mean it's going to be 64 degrees on Christmas!) I know eventually the good weather will subside and it will be bitter cold, but seriously for now it's gorgeous out. This being said, I'm taking the opportunity to wear some more of my favorite fall pieces! And today's is my adorable and majorly comfy textured sweatshirt!

Texture Game

I'm not going to lie, when my mum first gave me this piece I wasn't incredibly keen on it. Though I liked the neutral color block, when it was on the hanger I just couldn't get past the mixed textures. To me it just looked boxy and a bit messy for my taste. However, once I put it on, I fell in love with it! The woven front of this sweatshirt really gives this playful, laid back look a bit more of a grown-up and sophisticated feel.

Just A Little Sparkle

Just to dress it up a tiny bit more, I added my simple spiked crystal cuff from BIJOUX USA. This little gem adds a bit of shine to the outfit without contrasting too much with this top's casual appeal. (Love this little piece? Click here to see what other pieces I'm offering from BIJOUX in my most recent giveaway and be sure to enter to win!)

One Last Look

How do you feel about mixed textures? Love them or hate them tell me about it in the comments below or tweet me at @StarkRavingChic! And if you really love them, snap a photo of you best mixed texture piece and tag me on Instagram @StarkRavingChic. Can't wait to hear and see what you dolls come up with!