Interpreting Yesterday's Runner Fashion Outfit

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Hi everyone!!  For today's post I incorporated some major oldies (but goodies) with this tank and skirt, to interpret yesterday's runner outfit.  I cannot remember the last time I wore this skirt.  I remember loving it when I purchased on major sale many eons ago at some cute boutique here in the Queen City.  It is super comfortable, and I think the tye dye pattern is so fun.  It's always good to reconnect with an old friend!

Tank: Gap. Skirt: Lauren Moffatt. Shoes: Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan, mine are from Step by Sloan. Sunglasses: Blinde, similar here. Clutch: Coach (old), but here's one I adore, or here. Necklace from KK Bloom. Bracelet: Belonged to my Grandmother-in-law.  Earrings: JoJo Loves You. Rings: Tiffany and Custom by Diamonds Direct.

 

Color Blocking In Style

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It's EVERYBODY everywear time again!  Many of you have been complimentary of the photos on the Queen City Style and have asked who is taking them.  That would be most wonderful man in the world.  I have a photography crew consisting of the aforementioned Captain, Precious Peanut #1 and Precious Peanut #2.  When taking the pictures, I try to think of wide open spaces with sidewalks or paths.  PP #1 takes his scooter, and PP #2 is strapped into a stroller full of snacks to help him through the agony.  I gave most wonderful man in the world this moniker for a reason.  He is not perfect, though at times I half jokingly explain that it's not easy being married to Mr. Perfect.  Honey, I know this is embarrassing, but I just want to share who the wonderful, patient and kind man behind the camera is.  Due to my photographer's absence I was not able to get together a fresh outfit for this month's EBEW theme: Color Blocking.  As I'm pretty obsessed with color, many of my posts already incorporate color blocking.  So, here is a little montage I put together.

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Green With Envy

Birthday Night Out

Splash, Dash, Dot

Channeling a Jumpsuit Favorite

White Blazer and Cocktail Dress

Birthday Night Out

Even my living room is color blocked!

Living Room Reveal

Living Room Reveal

So, I was absolutely thrilled to learn I was mentioned in the August issue of my Style Bible, In Style Magazine.  Seriously, I have been subscribing since I was 18 years old.  I remembered loving how they styled a Polka-Dot Skirt in three different ways. Shortly thereafter, the skirt I'm wearing (now ON SALE here) below showed up in the window of my favorite retailer, J. Crew.  I had to have it.  Then, I was inspired by a fellow fashion blogger, Kimberly Smith of Penny Pincher Fashion, to submit my own Inspired by InStyle look. I could have sworn I recognized Kimberly in the June issue, and sure enough it was her!  Thank you to In Style for deeming me fashionable enough to be included in your pages, to my mom and best friend for the J. Crew Birthday Gift Card which got me this awesome skirt, to my awesome friends over at J. Crew South Park and to most wonderful man in the world for taking such great photos.  Honestly, what inspires me the most is each of you reading this.  Thank you for your support and the sheer joy you bring me!

For the love of great style filled with color and joy!

xo-Whitley

Romper Ease

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Yesterday I shared with you some cocktail party outfit ideas as an alternative to the little black dress.  As I mentioned, I've really been in to wearing shorts for an evening out on the town.  They are comfortable and cool in this 100+ degree weather we are experiencing here in the Queen City.  They are so versatile, because you can style them with different accents and accessories for so many unique looks!  Another thing I'm in love with right now is the romper.  Talk about easy.  There are so many fun options in both short and long lengths.  I think it is a playful alternative to wearing a dress.  I recently snatched this number from the 75% off sale rack at one of my favorite boutiques, KK Bloom, voted Charlotte's 2012 Best Boutique by Charlotte Magazine.  Using the scarf as a headband, pearl necklace and woven clutch, I've styled it in sophisticated manner below, but last week I wore it out for dinner, paired with tough metal accessories for a  much edgier look.  One other note of interest, I am SO excited to let you know KK Bloom will be offering a  $50 Gift Card Giveaway here on the Queen City Style!  Stay Tuned!!

Romper: Wink at KK Bloom. Shoes: Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan. Clutch: Coach (old), but here's one, or here. Pearl Necklace: J. Crew (old), but here's one I like. Pendant Necklace: An old ring belonging to Grandmother, turned into a necklace.  Earrings: Gift from a friend. Sunglasses: Blinde, here's a similar pair. Sash: Old Navy (old). Right Arm Bracelet: Custom Made by Clewis Reid. Left Arm Bracelets: Stella & Dot here and now on SALE here, J. Crew.  Right Hand Ring: Melinda Maria.  Left Hand: Tiffany and Custom by Diamonds Direct.

For the love of styling fun and free, hope you have a wonderful holiday!!

xo-Whitley

Red and White Stripes by Night

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For the last post of this three part series, ensemble on a budget,

we style the dress for a night out on the town.

I am ready to take on the Queen City, wouldn't you say? :)

For the evening look, I reached again for my trustee Gap denim jacket.

I have this jacket in two washes.  The darker I've had since college, 

and the lighter wash for about five years.  I seriously wear this 

baby everywhere; certainly more than my blue jeans!

As you can see, all of the jewelry; bracelets, earrings, necklace, 

rings, as well as the clutch and belt, were used in the post for our 

casual day look.  I brought in my favorite pair of heels for this 

summer, which I purchased at Step by Sloan, and threw on this

straw ribbon trimmed fedora for my little K-Fed fix.

It's summer and still light out, so I'm keeping it real with my shades.

I've always loved hats, more than I actually wear them.  I own quite

a few.  I had so much fun styling this one for these pictures, so I'm

not quite sure why I don't wear them more.  This will be my inspiration!

I hope this post, and the prior two, inspire you to do a little mixing

and matching (and saving) from your closet as well!

Dress: Pink and Blue at South Park Mall, here's one in red and white, and one in black and white, Jacket: Gap (old), but here's one, Belt: Pink & Blue at South Park Mall, I also love this one and this one, Sunglasses: Blinde, but here's a less expensive, similar pair, Hat: Gap (old) here's one, Shoes: Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan, Earrings: Gifted, Bracelets: old, Ring: BCBG (old), but here's my current favorite statement ring, Clutch: Coach (old), here's one.

If you enjoyed this ensemble on a budget series, I'd love to know!

If there is something you would like to see on the Queen City Style, 

please tell me!  It is so much fun to interact with readers in such a 

fun and creative way.  Email me at thequeencitystyle@yahoo.com

For the love of using what you got, in great style...

Thanks for reading!  Whitley