Runner Fashion: Check Shorts & Sexy Back Tank

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Hello Everyone!!  Today's runner fashion outfit is the last of four showcasing Charlotte running store, Run For Your Life.  I've so much enjoyed my running and shopping experiences with the store that I couldn't resist approaching them about this fun collaboration.  Two things occurred to me.  There is definitely such a thing as runner fashion, and most of us who get into fashion want to look our best wearing it!  Chances are there is some kind of exercise involved, unless you're just naturally gifted.  I, for one, have some room for improvement in the exercise/runner fashion department, and writing this series has given me some great inspiration to break away from the free poly tech racing tee's!  I hope you've been inspired too!  

Tank: Adidas, c/o Run For Your Life. Shorts: Adidas, c/o Run For Your Life, or similar. Shoes: Mizuno. Sport Watch: Garmin. Sunglasses: Native. Earrings: JoJo Loves You.

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Stay tuned to tomorrow's fashion interpretation of this running outfit, and then it's giveaway time!!  Don't forget to take advantage of Run For Your Life's 15% discount on all apparel when you mention this post!

For the love of runnin' in great style,

Thanks for reading!! Whitley

Runner Fashion: Skirt, Ruched Tank, Wrap Top

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Hello!  I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!  I went to Charleston, SC for a little getaway and had a full weekend of quality time with some old friends.  It was gorgeous and sunny, albeit a bit hot, but a fulfilling diversion from life on the homestead.

Tank: Moving Comfort, c/o Run For Your Life. Skirt: RunningSkirts, c/o Run For Your Life. Wrap Top: Saucony, c/o Run For Your Life. Shoes: Mizuno. Sunglasses: Native. Sport Watch: Garmin. Earrings: JoJo Loves You

Today I am sporting my third of four runner fashion looks in my collaboration with Run For Your Life.  I was intentional in picking four looks that were completely unique from one another.  First I wore the black running dress, then I got a sporty with tight running shorts and a tank, and today I'm wearing a pretty skirt and ruched tank topped off with a comfy wrap.  Certainly not exclusive to, but I think this is a perfect style for moms on the go.  It is cute enough to wear all day--first and foremost for exercise, but also great for preschool pick-ups, errands and play time.  Comfortable, functional and cute.  I think we all feel good when we look good.  This runner outfit allows you to put your best foot forward in your gear!  What do you think?   Want this outfit for yourself?  Head to Run For Your Life and mention the Queen City Style for 15% off any purchase on apparel.

Oh, and here's a sneak peak at tomorrow's fashion interpretation!

For the love of running around, in great style...

Have a wonderful day!!  Whitley

Simple And Sleek

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Hello Everyone!  I am so excited about today's post!  I never would have thought to put these pieces together had I not the assignment of interpreting yesterday's running outfit into a street style look.  This outfit speaks to my love for bold and bright colors, simple and classic elements, getting creative and using what you got!  No need to go spend money when you can shop straight from your closet! 

Tank: Gap. Skirt: J. Crew (old), but here's one. Belt: Forever 21. Shoes: BCBG (old-mine are from Recycle Boutique), but here's a pair. Sunglasses: Blinde, here's a similar pair. Earrings: JoJo Loves You. Bracelet: belonged to my Grandmother-in-law. Rings: Tiffany and Diamonds Direct.

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For the love of being inspired by great style all around you...

Thanks for reading!  Whitley

Just This One Thing

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Happy Weekend Everyone!!

I've got just this one thing to say...

Have a healthy, active and fun weekend!  I'll see you Monday!

Whitley

This Dress And A Giveaway

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A tiny stretch of Selwyn Avenue constitutes part of one of my regular running routes.  First, I run past Selwyn Pub and try not to peer over my left shoulder with envy at all those folks sipping on their cold beverages.  Just beyond the pub, I'm usually slowing my pace to catch a glimpse of the window display at KK Bloom Boutique, which always bears lovely things.  I pick up my pace to pass Yoforia, as I get that same feeling I do when passing Selwyn Pub.  On a recent run, however, this dress in the window at KK Bloom stopped me in my tracks.  It is so amazing, that I opted to keep it simple with my every day accessories.  This dress is like butter; a paper thin swath of gauze that swirls and floats through the air with each step.  It was all I could do return it to them.  With all this talk of sipping on something cold and tasty, what better location for showcasing this dress than the patio at Nolen Kitchen.

I have a surprise for you at the bottom of this post!

Dress: Charlie Jade at KK Bloom Boutique, or love this, this and this shorter one also by Charlie Jade. Sunglasses: Blinde, or here is similar pair.  Shoes: Gifted, but here's my summer staple.  Right Arm Bracelet: Old, but here's a similar one.  Left Arm Bracelets: Stella & Dot ONE, and TWO now on SALE here, J. Crew. Earrings:  Thanks to JoJo Loves You. Necklace: KK Bloom Boutique.  Clutch: JJ Winters here, mine is from Lipp Boutique.  Rings: Tiffany and Custom by Diamonds Direct.

Want this dress?  A few remain!  The exciting part, KK Bloom Boutique is giving away a $50 Gift Card to one lucky reader of the Queen City Style!  Recently awarded by Charlotte Magazine 2012 Boutique of the year, KK Bloom not only carries fabulous garb, but they have a magnificent assortment of jewelry and accessories, including Kendra Scott, Towne & Reese, JJ Winters and more!

There are several ways to enter:

1-Mandatory Entry: You must be a follower of the Queen City Style by Email, Bloglovin' or Google Friend Connect.

2-Mandatory Entry: You must Like KK Bloom on Facebook.

Additional Entries:

3-Like the Queen City Style on Facebook

4-Follow the Queen City Style on Twitter

5-Follow the Queen City Style on Pinterest

6-Share this Giveaway on Facebook

7-Tweet Giveaway, link to (@QueenCityStyle) and (@KKBLOOM).

8-Pin an image to Pinterest & reference Giveaway on the Queen City Style.

9-Share the Giveaway on your Blog

10-Refer a friend to this Giveaway

11-Tell me how YOU would style this dress!

Please let me know in ONE comment below each of the ways you have entered. It would help me greatly if you listed 1., 2., 3., etc)

This giveaway ends Friday, July 13, and the winner will be announced Monday, July 16.  Thanks so much for reading, and Good Luck!  Whitley

And the winner is...

2. 
   Ashley KirbyJuly 9, 2012 3:51 PM

   1. Following
   2. Liked KK Bloom on FB
   3. Like you on FB
   4. Follow you on twitter
   5. Follow you on Pinterest
   6. Shared on FB
   7. Shared on twitter
   8. Pinned image & referenced giveaway
   11. I would style with tons of bangles, funky earrings, dressy black wedges & my gold Rebecca Minkoff clutch.

Please email me at thequeencitystyle@yahoo.com, so I may mail you your Gift Card!  Thanks to everyone for reading and for entering this awesome Giveaway from KK Bloom!