Anthropologie: Statement Jewelry (Plus 20% off Sale)

I love wearing a simple blouse or sweater with skinny jeans - and then accessorizing with statement jewelry.  It's an easy way to look and feel pulled together for work or the weekends.  Usually I opt for earrings with either a bracelet or a necklace.  Anthropologie always has great statement jewelry.  Right now these pieces are on sale, with an extra 20% off.

Petal Swirled Drop Earrings @ anthropologie

Plume Pendant Necklace @ anthropologie

How to Wear a Shirtdress

With spring finally here, it's time to pull out your shirtdresses!  The shirtdress is a classic, easy-to-wear, stylish option for spring's transitional weather.  For work, they look great with a pair of flats and a blazer or cardigan.  I prefer a blazer for work as I think it looks a bit more polished, but the right cardigan can work too.  Then for dinner or going out, swap out the flats with a pair of great sandals or pumps and match it with a statement necklace.  Here are some great shirtdress looks!

Ivy & Blu Drawstring Waist Shirtdress, Nordstrom,  $128

This is a bit of an untraditional shirtdress in that there are not buttons all the way down the front.  I like that there is a drawstring waist, giving the dress some shape.  With such a bright, fun blue color, a nice sharp white blazer would look great!  

White Sateen Blazer, Banana Republic, $158

With a bright blue dress and a white jacket, the rest of your look should be neutral colors.  Pair it with a pair of light tan flats and bag.  Flats with an exposed zip and/or ankle strap add just a touch of edge!

Dolce Vita "Agusta" Ankle Strap d'Orsay Flat, Nordstrom,  $148

Marc by Marc Jacobs "Too Hot to Handle - Percy" Crossbody Bag, Nordstrom, $248

How to Wear White Jeans

A spring and summer staple - white jeans - can be a foundational piece in your wardrobe.  Here are some great looks featuring white jeans, as well as some tips on selecting a pair that work for you.

Serena (Blake Lively) on Gossip Girl paired white jeans with a silky cream top.  Notice that these white jeans are bootcut, which look great with either flats or heels.  Also notice that these white jeans are a thick enough material that they don't show any undergarments!

Kate Middleton paired her straight leg white jeans with a grey cardigan sweater and black flats for a polished, yet casual, look.  This could easily transition into an evening look with a pair of heels and statement earrings.  Again, notice the material is a thicker, high quality denim.

Here are some options for white jeans:

Paige makes really nice white jeans, which are available at most department stores and Anthropologie.  For department stores, pay attention to Friends & Family discounts and other coupons.  At Anthropologie, you can sign up to receive 15% off a purchase during your birthday month!

Paige Hidden Hills Bootcut Jeans, Anthropologie,  $189

rag & bone is another cool brand to look out for.  They make great denim!  These skinny, cropped jeans can take you from spring (with booties as pictured), or with sandals in the summer. 

rag & bone "The Skinny" Crop Jeans, Nordstrom, $165

Generally, you can wear your white jeans with pretty much any neutral color pallet - or a splash of color.  As far as footwear, pair them with flats, booties, or sandals.  Generally, I avoid any knee-high boots with white jeans.  (Save the tall boots for the fall and winter with your dark denim.)

Neiman Marcus - Extra 25% off sale through 4/22/2014

Neiman Marcus - extra 25% off sale - through Tuesday, April 22, 2014.

Badgley Mischka V-Neck Draped Gown

Saks Friends & Family April 21-28, 2014

Saks is offering 25% off (select) merchandise with their Friends & Family coupon code FRNFAM.

Milly Tropical-Print Bustier Dress @ Saks, $350, Friends & Family Eligible

Shopping Tip: Nordstrom's Price Match

My favorite department store, Nordstrom, offers price matching.  This is definitely worth it as Nordstrom has an amazing return policy, free shipping and customer service in general.  So next time you find a great deal online, but it's final sale or has a hefty shipping charge, just call up Nordstrom to see if they carry the item and ask for a price match.  I recently did this buying this Tracy Reese dress (as seen on Michelle Obama).  Nordstrom matched the online price I found at RevolveClothing.com.

Tracy Reese

Statement Skirt

If you want to mix-up your wardrobe this spring, a statement skirt is a great piece to add.  Key to making it work, is to pair it with more subtle tops.  Here are some great statement skirt looks and some less expensive options for sale now!  I decided to keep these in a neutral color pallet, which I think lets the skirts' great design and fabric speak for itself.

Blake Lively wearing an Embellished Skirt from the Burberry Prorsum Resort 2014 Collection 

While it's not embellished, this Burberry Prorsum skirt found at theoutnet.com gives you the same polished, glam look.

Burberry Prorsum Duchesse-Satin Skirt @ TheOutnet $398 (retail $995)

Ashley Olsen looks fantastic pairing her leather mini skirt with a boxy sweater and fantastic shoes.

Again, Ashley Olsen pairs a statement skirt with a more basic top.  Here she has a black embellished mini skirt with a black blouse and simple heels.

Here are some great options for sale right now.

Badgley Mischka Geo-Print Crepe Ponte Skirt @ Neiman Marcus  $147 (original $295)

Zara Skirt with Lace Front $69

DVF "Marta" Leather Pencil Skirt, Nordstrom $230 (original $600)

Nanette Lepore Posey Embellished Short Skirt @ Neiman Marcus $166 (original $288)

Mango Leather Miniskirt, $109.99