Daily Outfit: A Jewel Tone Combo

 

Why do I find myself wanting to show more leg as the temperature drops down? Maybe because subconsciously I'm aware of that brief window we have in NY before it gets real cold and then tights will be totally out of the question (unless they are being worn under jeans for extra warmth!) So I'll just be rocking my cord shorts to death until that time comes.

One of my favorite winter fashion trends...making a statement in rich jewel tone hues. I love mixing different textures and saturated colors. If anything, dreary days will make the deep berry reds, bright mustard yellows, and bold emerald greens even more necessary. My shorts inspired me to work in other jewel tone pieces. Citrine tights...my collection just keeps growing!

Sophisticated jewel tones also made their way into nail trends...check out this DIY that combines three rich colors of polish and one metallic polish to create a unique look for any holiday party.

PS Can't stop wearing these ankle boots. I just love 'em. And like Sesheta said, outdoor photo shoots rule.

(Wide-Wale Roll-Ups- Anthropologie, Tucker Blouse- Target, Hue Tights- Anthropologie, Silk Blazer- J. Crew, Mixed Olive Elliptical Earrings- MavenFresh, High-Heel Ankle Boots- Zara)

PFM Mani Pedi- Skinny Jeans

The name may have sold me on these before anything else... ahhhh Skinny Jeans. Back in May I jumped on the Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips bandwagon. Without sounding too much like a commercial, let me just give you some reasons to try them: they stay on for like 10 days- 2 weeks...yay! They are easy to apply and don't have a smell like nail polish does. And you will get tons of compliments on them because of the fun patterns and colors they come in. This is all purely my personal opinion.

I thought the navy blue denim pattern would be a nice way to slowly transition into fall. Best part is that when they start to chip it's barely noticeable! I love the look of a patterned mani and solid pedi. My jewel-tone violet toes that you can barely see are Essie Big Spender. I will leave you with a tip- don't subject the nail strips package to extreme heat before applying (i.e. leaving them in your car on a 90 degree day). They will loose their stickiness.