Daily Outfit: Boy Jean Dreams

I'm bringing you another outfit post today due to a happy coincidence. You already know how much we love to check out Eat Sleep Denim for the latest in denim style, the detailed reviews, and the pure inspiration. When I peeked at today's post that was all about the ways to style up a pair of boyfriend jeans, I had to give the fab Taylor Davies a big 'ol (imaginary) high-five. Yes...there are many ways to mix it up in boy jeans. One of her favorite combinations (and obviously mine too) is to pair them with a drapey tee, a structured blazer, and a pair of heels. Again I have to agree with Taylor...after having a serious ankle surgery, I am not that girl who will be rocking a pair of sky-high heels. But give me a pair of vintage-style suede pumps with a low retro heel and I will work them like there's no tomorrow. There's still plenty of time to daydream about wearing my distressed boy jeans in warm weather with a wedge sandal...because as I've come to learn, wedges are essential for the girl who doesn't do stilettos.

(Current Elliot Boyfriend Jeans- eBay, Blazer- Urban Outfitters, Tee- Urban Outfitters, Shoes- Urban Outfitters, Cowrie Shell Bracelet- MavenFresh, Necklace- Luanne's)

Daily Outfit: Kooky Floral

 Oh happy day! That was my thought on the way to work in this bright outfit. Not because I was especially excited for the work day, but because that's just the kind of effect that $15 floral trousers can have on me. So happy with this purchase (talked about here). I love the tropical vibe of these pants, and I can definitely see them being a staple all the way through summer. They will be on weekend rotation with a drapey tee and wedge sandals. During the week I'm thinking peachy button-down and black blazer for starters. Anyway, for this particular look I went a little kooky with color...a burst of chinese red on top and a pop of lime green at the ears. Had to treat the trousers right! Did any of you ladies purchase these pants too...how are you styling them? 

Hope you enjoy the weekend!

(Floral Pants- H&M, Oversize Sweater & Lace-Up Booties- Zara, Beaded Bracelet- Anthropologie, Cowrie Shell Bracelet & Lime Lightcatchers- MavenFresh of course ;-)

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Hot out of the Workshop: Lush Loops Collar

 

 

A collar can be a total fashion statement, a finishing detail, or a just a lovely addition to keep you warm. This one is all of the above! Introducing our latest creation, the Lush Loops Collar. It has a touch of vintage charm that we love so much. Crocheted by hand to appear a little bit furry, and a little bit fleecy, this could be your favorite accessory for the season. We're going to layer it over brightly colored wool coats, shrunken denim jackets and maybe even a dress or two. The collar is available in our etsy shop; be sure to order yours now for shipping in time for the holidays!

A few weeks ago I was browsing the sale section at the Gap and spotted this speckled tweed jacket in a rich cobalt blue. I knew immediately it would be the perfect compliment for my then work-in-progress collar. The jacket's rounded neckline ensured that Lush Loops would be the focus of the outfit. A friend of mine actually thought that that the collar was attached...that's what I call a successful pairing! Rich colors, lush collars, and a variety of layers- it's how to do ladylike the modern way! 

 (Wool Tweed Jacket- Gap {$10}, Top- Anthropologie, Silence & Noise Jeans- Urban Outfitters, High Heel Ankle Boots- Zara, Rain Drop Earrings & Lush Loops Collar- MavenFresh)

Freebie Alert: Crochet Mobius

It's time for our very first giveaway! Your two favorite ladies of MavenFresh are giving one lucky winner this fantastic handmade Mobius scarf, a must-have winter accessory to add to your collection. What a great way to kick off the holiday season, whether you use it for yourself or as a gift for someone else!

Ok, now the fun part...

How to enter and win: 

• Become an official follower of our blog by clicking "join this site" on the left side of the blog page. 
• Then, leave us a comment in this post and share how you would style the scarf. 
• You will have until Wednesday, November 30th to enter. 
• At 1PM EST a winner will be picked at random using a random number generator. 
• We will then contact you via email. 

Yayyyy! Good luck and have a fantastic weekend!

Daily Outfit: Forever Boho

Leopard, zebra, and snake... oh my! Animal prints are back with a vengeance. When I came across this crazy-fun vintage python-print bodysuit... I swooned. And then I started thinking up various outfits in my head... this time around I wanted to complete the '70s look with my high waist flared jeans. I added a little juice with my electric blue tunic vest. Inspired by style icon Anita Pallenberg, (who definitely had that rock & roll boho-chic look down pat) I figured loose waves and heavy bangs were in order. Had to add that dash of rocker sass with some glam statement earrings!

I always come back to the bohemian look, I'm simply not a sweater and pearls kind of girl.

(Silence & Noise Jeans- Urban Outfitters, Vintage Python Bodysuit- MavenReFreshed, Mink Pink Tunic Vest- Tobi, Clog Booties- Madewell, Chandelier Earrings- MavenFresh, Bracelet- Vintage)

Daily Outfit: Fur and Floral, Please

When I spotted this faux fur vest on eBay, it was love at first sight. Since then it's become my winter staple. Funny thing is that it's actually from Forever 21, but it never did catch my eye in-store. I paired it with this tie-neck vintage floral dress for a soft ladylike look that was a little bit 70's inspired. When I first got my hands on this dress it had an awkward below-knee length. I thought it would be much more flattering if the dress was shorter. A few minutes on the sewing machine and voila- it's a perfect length for me that does not take away from that vintage quirkiness which I adore. And it was an opportunity to rock my plum tights- yay!

Sometimes a touch of floral and fur is the way to go.

(Forever 21 Fur Vest- eBay, Vintage Floral Tie-Neck Dress- Maven ReFreshed, Skinny Studded Belt- Target, Purple Tights- Urban Outfitters, Headband- Anthropologie, Gold Twigs & Berries Earrings- MavenFresh, High Heel Ankle Boots- Zara)

Daily Outfit: Modern Frontier

Unpack your sweaters, break out your boots, and make room for something bold! I love the idea of making this vibrant striped vintage cardigan more modern with the addition of a flirty jersey tunic dress and knee high boots. Still keeping it true to the 70's vibe, yet updated. There's only a handful of days left for bare legs weather and I intend to take full advantage. But boy was it a windy day! And I do smile when Sesheta and I are on the same wavelength; ladies- sometimes all you need is a skinny belt at the waist to give you that extra somethin special.

Total side note: Lucky Magazine recently mentioned that for autumn "turtlenecks are the new white collared shirts".  Umm- how exciting is that? In the cooler months I have a serious addiction to layering with turtlenecks and always thought they deserve a shout-out. And now I feel truly fulfilled.

(Tunic Dress- Anthropologie, Cardigan Sweater- Vintage, Boots- Frye, Loupe Belt- Hayden Harnett,  New Jade Cascade Earrings- MavenFresh)

Daily Outfit: Vintage Bouquet

i couldn't resist twirling

and twirling...

lol still going

as we wish summer adieu, I had to post pics of this look, one of my faves from the summer.  it is a perfect example of a super cheap, effortless way to look expensive.  if you don’t know by now, while i love the to-die-for  high-priced items, i totally jump at thrift store bargains.  now that everyone has jumped on the thrift store band-wagon or i should say “vintage” band-wagon, finding a really good store that isn’t expensive or picked over can be tricky.  i had been mourning the loss of my favorite local thrift shop when i discovered a new spot this summer.  this dress is one of my first finds!  i am not usually a print girl, let alone floral.  don’t get me wrong, i am very girly – but i prefer ruffles and sequins.  prints usually have to be super edgy or different (i loooooooooooove african prints).  but something about this dress appealed to me.  it may have been the vintage style bandeau top and billowing long skirt that grabbed me.  it was the perfect answer to my maxi dress craving.  i topped my dress with my super-sized puff shoulder sweater (try saying that five times fast lol). Then, to add some edge to this boho look, i added my vintage chain belt, my studded black gladiators and my extra-long gold strands.   ahhh, i’ll miss summer…

(Floral Vintage maxi dress and leather/chain belt - MavenReFreshed, Black puff-sleeve sweater - H&M, Black studded sandals - BCBGMaxazria, Gold Shoulder Strands - MavenFresh)