Vest Versatility

This is a fun, easy look I put together for a weekend date day and I really love how it turned out! That's not surprising since it's made up of some things I've been really into lately: crop tops, high waists, 70's vibes and this vest. I didn't realize until I picked up this vest, that it was an article of clothing sorely under represented in my closet - and what a tragedy! It is such a versatile layering piece! Maybe because I have been unconsciously connecting them with the over-worn puffer vests of my small town youth, but they have never really held any appeal to me...that is until now. I have seen the vest in a new, modern light and my closet is all the better for it. I have also invested in a sleeveless trench and I am equally in love with it. Follow me on insta-g if you want to see other ways to style these pieces :)

Vest: Sirens (similar here + here). Crop top: Forever21. Shorts: Opening Ceremony (thrifted) (similar). Bag: Indigo. Shoes: GoJane. Sunglasses: Steve Madden (similar + similar)

A study in Minimalism

I dedicate this entire blog post to my love of the minimalism trend. I didn't realize how passionate I was about it until I sat down to write the post. I have re-written this about three times now, and I kept feeling like I was giving off a crazy rant vibe...and I probably was (and will) but maybe if I try to explain myself you will understand why I feel so passionately. First of all, I like the look of it. Does that go without saying? I wasn't sure, but I thought I'd get that out of the way to start. Second, and far less shallowly, I love the versatility of the pieces this trend is adding to my wardrobe. Not only is it easy to match up all the pieces like in the look below, but each individual piece could play a center part in a completely different look (or 2 or 3). They each can be dressed up or down - the possibilities are endless! That versatility adds fun AND value to a wardrobe, and who doesn't want that?! Well, if you made it this far along in my impassioned ramblings about minimalism...thank you for reading!! Haha.

Trench (similar) + Sweatshirt + Culottes: Forever21.  Shoes: GoJane (similar + these are cute too). Sunglasses: Can't remember :( but similar here. Purse: Indigo.