A Must Have Pant

I recently traveled for a weekend away with my sister. When I fly I want to be comfortable. Airplanes are uncomfortable enough… you need to be dressed in the most comfortable items you have. Do you agree? Well, listen up! I have a review and recommendation you’ll want to hear!

Recently I took advantage of a Friends and Family sale at Athleta to try out a few new pants. Let me be clear… the Brooklyn Ankle Pant from Athleta is AMAZING. These pants are lightweight, breathable, and wrinkle-free! They even have an elastic waist… and pockets! On top of all this, they are stylish and flattering. I wore them on the plane with a gray t-shirt and flip flops as pictured below. I was perfectly comfortable and they looked great.

These pants are definitely stylish enough I could wear them to work which also makes them amazingly versatile. Are you sold yet? You should be! Think weekend errands, mornings on the soccer field, afternoon football games, and whatever else your weekend throws at you! These are the pants you want to get you through the day!

Comfortable, flattering and easy to care for… what more could you want?!! I need every little thing that will make my life easier. Which makes these pants an absolute MUST HAVE!

Make your life a little easier ladies….. getting shopping!

Brooklyn Ankle Pant

Strong & Confident

You are beautiful. You are strong. You are smart, driven, kind, and generous. We don’t always recognize how amazing we are.

We’re living through a time now where there is awareness around female empowerment. This gives me hope that we’re beginning to realize just how strong we are… physically, mentally and emotionally. My hope is that this recognition translates into self confidence. A little confidence can go a long way. I know so many women who look in the mirror and are dissatisfied with what they see. What do you focus on when you look in the mirror? Do you see the circles under your eyes? Do you see the grays that drive you crazy? Do you see the pounds that you just can’t seem to shed?

 Here’s what I want you to see. I want you to see the smile that you can’t control when you encounter something hilarious. I want you to see the amazing body that has  carried you this far in life. I want you to see how strong you are. I want you to see your accomplishments. I want you to see all the love and kindness you show the world. How do we make that happen? There’s lots of ways. We can start our day with gratitude. We can smile when we look in the mirror. We can pay someone else a compliment. Show someone a kindness. All these little things can go a long way and bring you an amazing positive energy.

That smile in the mirror might come more naturally if you’re feeling confident when you look in the mirror. Feel comfortable in your skin and your clothes.  Wear an outfit that flatters your style and your body. Think about how great you feel when you’re wearing your favorite outfit. Think about what you’re wearing when you feel your best. Imagine feeling that way every time you dressed. That’s what I wish for you.

Take a little inspiration from the new arrivals at J. Crew and Rebecca Taylor! Happy Fall!

J. Crew Short Sleeve Ruffle Top

J. Crew Juliette Collarless Sweater Blazer

J. Cew Long Sleeve Dress

RT Lynx Silk Burnout Dress

RT Leopard Metallic Top

RT La Vie Celia Check Top

Fall ... At First Glance

You already know how much I love summer. And I hate the idea that fall is around the corner. But whether I like it or not, fall is hitting me hard this week as I deal with temps dipping in the Northeast and preparing to send my kids back to school! YIKES!

So with fall on my mind, I’ll take this time to touch on the trends that I’ve seen so far and give you a head’s up on what to expect. First off, the sweater blazer is everywhere! It gained popularity last season and continues to build off that this season. It’s a versatile piece most likely available at your favorite retailer so definitely worth the consideration of a purchase. The midi pleat skirt is also popping up all over. This skirt works as a day to night option (perfect for the office or date night).

Also trending this season are prints varying from leopard print and floral to gingham and paisley. Whether you are pairing prints or wearing one print as a standout, there are options in how you wear this trend. Same goes for texture which is trending this season. From faux fur to leather, lace and silk, there are plenty of options that will provide the added texture to complement your style. Finally, sequins are hot this season and appearing in a variety of items from casual to formal!

There’s a lot to unpack here but I have all season to share the details with you! The most important thing to remember is to have fun. What you wear should make you smile when you look in a mirror. Love your clothes and it will make all the difference. Buy what you love, no matter what the trends say!

J. Crew Colette D’Orsay Pumps

J. Crew Sophie Open-front sweater-blazer

J. Crew Pleated Midi Skirt

J. Crew Leopard Faux-fur Coat

Current Air Olivia Snake-Printed Maxi Dress

Mynah Designs Bidie Embroidered Peplum Blouse

Scotch & Soda Thalia Pleated Midi Dress

Varun Bahl Lynnie Sequined Blouse

Band of Gypsies Whole Lotta Love Fleece Jacket