You know me and statement sleeves (or earrings or shoes)! LOL! Well, I have a love for statement sleeves and couldn't pass up this two-toned sweatshirt. Ruffles. CHECK. Ribbon. CHECK. Drama. CHECK CHECK! Comfort. SCORE!
// Photography by Angie Garcia //
I don't know why, but I'm either attracted to extremely BASIC sweaters OR super sparkly, bedazzled, ruffled, and/or dramatic statement sleeve sweaters. What the heck style personality?! As mentioned in this living room post, it was an epiphany after realizing my style was modern glam (all the craziness and drama) with the complement of zen (minimal).
Anyhow, both types of sweaters are good for a wardrobe. A simple and classic sweater will take you through the season. Accessorizing it will change the look depending on the occasion whether dressy or casual. A statement sleeve sweater dresses up the most simple outfit with minimal effort. Throw it on over jeans and Voila! You look like a million bucks.
THE STYLE Rx: Get sassy for the season with a statement sleeve sweater/sweatshirt. You'll be comfy and look chic!
I decided to have the sweatshirt be the center of attention by pulling my hair back, wearing it with drop earring, skinny jeans, and a pair of over-the-knee boots.
Statement sweaters can also be dressed up for work with slacks, a pleated midi skirt, or pencil skirt. Additionally, you can layer it with a sleeveless sweater for a completely different look (let the statement sleeves show through).
FIT DETAILS: I'm wearing size XL in the sweatshirt because that was the only size that they had in store, and it was too cute to pass up! Based on the reviews, it gave me more length (made it less of a cropped sweatshirt). Also, those taupe OTK boots are from Goodnight Macaroon purchased last year. The description is suede, but they are an artificial leather (not real suede) and run small so size up. I'm size 8.5 and ordered size 40. They have updated the description and size chart but want to make sure you are aware!
Happy Monday Friends! Hope everyone had wonderful holiday weekend! After Thanksgiving, we did a whole lot of nothing which is always fun! On Sunday after church, we headed to our usual spot at Central Market for lunch. Baby Girl had a major blow-out and I didn't have a change of clothes (forgot to replace them from another time). Anyhow, playtime ended quickly after that with us leaving and Baby Girl in a diaper and sneakers! LOL!
GET THE LOOK
statement top WHO WHAT WEAR {also love this one, see above for sizing}
jeans RAG & BONE {they are actually a dark grey but look blue in these pics}
earrings BEEHIVE { similar}
ring MICHAEL KORS c/o
coat LORO PIANA {old, look for luxe or less}
otk boots GOODNIGHT MACAROON {see above for sizing}
birkin 30 bag HERMES { pre-owned}
sunglasses LEITH {sold out, similar}
// SASSY STATEMENT SLEEVE SWEATERS //
In case you missed out on the Black Friday and weekend sales, there are MORE sales TODAY for Cyber Monday! My friend, Maria of Savvynista, shared a great tip on shopping the sales. Stock up on basics that are worn out (like your faded black jeans) during the sales. To piggyback on that advice, you can purchase designer items that you've been eyeing. I've wanted a pair of Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots forever but can't make myself shell out the retail price. I missed out on the Black Friday sale, but searching today! Here are some of my favorite retailers by category!
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Of course, Cyber Monday wouldn't be Cyber Monday without AMAZON sales! What did we do before Amazon Prime? Even Mr. S is shopping on Amazon today! BTW, the prices are not showing up correctly in the widget below - they are LESS!
RETAIL & DESIGNER
FREE PEOPLE // Save 50% off selected items and an extra 25% off sale items. I purchased this sequin jumpsuit for a holiday party or NYE! It' so cute and I'm going to wear a black lace bralette or lace bandeau under it.
MODA OPERANDI // Save an extra 30% off (up to 65% off) the Fall/ Winter Collection using code 30EXTRA.
NEIMAN MARCUS // Earn up to a $750 gift card with code GC4YOU and save up to 70% off sale items.
Save an extra 20% off sale items and 40% off designer items.
NET-A-PORTER // Save up to 50% off. No code needed!
Take an additional 35% off sale items with code WOW35!
REVOLVE // Save an extra 20% off with promo code CYBER20 and up to 75% off new sale markdowns.
CONSCIOUS LUXURY (resale/consignment)
UNION & FIFTH // Save up to 40% off Designer Pieces
THE REAL REAL // Save up to 80% of Designer Mark Downs. They have everything including furniture!
LUXURY GARAGE SALE // Save 10% off online only using code NEON.
100% PURE // Get $10 beauty deals when you spend $45. This is one of my favorite clean beauty lines!
THE DETOX MARKET // Buy more, Save more and save up to 40% off selected beauty products.
BTW, Neiman Marcus has select beauty tools and accessories for up to 30% off going on and Nordstrom has great beauty deals going on! Now would be the time to try that GloPro micro needling device if you wanted it!
