Ladies' guide to daily outfits and accessories that you can afford with items even from your own closet
 
I would like to promote this cause too since my good friend, Amber, works directly with individuals with brain injuries. It's an ever growing concern as the number of people with this continues to increase.

You can show your support by wearing the color gray sometime this month, which really shouldn't be too hard since I'm sure everybody has something gray within their wardrobe. 
However if you don't, you should check out below.

Below are some great items in gray that you can purchase to show your support.
 
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This is a great outfit that can go from day to night. All you need to do to is take off the cardigan and scarf and throw on a chunky statement necklace. You could even add a leather jacket for an extra edgy/night look depending on the weather. If you're not feeling the shoes for night, pull on a cute nude or gray peep toe or black heel and you're good to go for a night out on the town!

Get the Look
- Cream Open Front 

Cardigan - Target
- Pink Express Tank Top - TJMaxx
- Black & White Leopard Print Pencil Skirt - Target
- Gray Fringe Scarf - Marshall's
- Gray Nine West Heels - TJMaxx
- Lauren Conrad Bracelets - Kohl's

 
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Ruffled tops are a MUST. They're great because they have their own special detail so that you don't even need to wear a necklace or scarf. They're their own accessory.  Ruffles are perfect for any woman because they give the look a feminine touch without being too over-the-top or little girlish. In addition, not only can you wear them alone, but they also look great under blazers and cardigans. I just recently got the ruffled shirt pictured from Loft and have two other ones from TJMaxx and Target.

Check out other great ruffled shirt options below that you can buy now!

 
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Just picture it.... How perfect would this outfit be paired with a pair of aviators in the summer time? Instead, it's being buried under layers upon layers of sweaters, coats, scarves, and boots.

These two are a perfect summer combo, not to say you can't wear them in the winter, but like I said, they would just look so good out in the sunshine with your aviators on. I guess all I can do is dream for now.

The shirt definitely gives the outfit more of a dressed down feel, but at the same time, you're still dressed up. For some reason, it just works, or you might agree with my husband  who thinks these two clothing items don't work together at all, and that's ok! You are welcome to your opinion. I can't say I'd normally put these two items together when I'm getting ready in the morning, but you'd be amazed by the number of compliments I got, especially on my skirt.

Get the Look
- Chambray Button Down Top - Marshall's
- Blush Lauren Conrad Tulle Maxi Skirt - Kohl's
- Nine West Pink Flats - TJMaxx
- Lauren Conrad Bracelets (Gold & Pink) - Kohl's
- Lauren Conrad Floral Stud Earrings - Kohl's

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With Valentine's Day only a mere two weeks away, it's time to start preparing, especially if you're the type of person that tends to be just down right giddy and in love this time of year, here are some great ways to show it off!
 
There's never a time when I go into Kohl's and look at Lauren Conrad's Collection that I can't find something to buy. She has such feminine and chic items at reasonable prices. So many of my own clothing and jewelry items, especially jewelry, are from her collection. Here are a few of my favorites from her current collection.
 
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How can you not love faux fur? It just gets me ready for winter and in such a warm and fuzzy mood, and of course, it saves the lives of innocent creatures from becoming your next clothing item. Faux fur looks just as good and feels almost exactly the same as real fur. Here's a faux fur vest I just got recently. I've worn it twice now and am always looking for more ways to wear it. Also, I know my pup is probably sure glad that it's faux fur and not the real deal;) 

Get the Look
- Faux Fur Vest - pariscoming.com
- White Blouse - TJMaxx
- Skinny Jeans - Target
- Simply Vera Cream Knit Leg Warmers - Kohl's (See them close up below)
- MIA Brown Riding Boots - DSW
- Lauren Conrad Pearl Necklace - Kohl's
- Bracelets - J. Crew Factory, Kohl's, and Loft


Here are other great faux fur items!

 
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I was fortunate enough to catch the Katie Couric Show this morning and on it she had one of my favorites, Lauren Conrad. If you don't already know who Lauren Conrad is, you should. She is a fashion guru, blogger, writer, reality star, and philanthropist. Lauren has now embarked on a new endeavor. She was on the show talking about her new website, The Little Market. What The Little Market is is where "they work with artisan groups in developing countries around the world. They provide design insight and showcase the skills of the artisan partners to a broader audience. All proceeds go back to the groups through the sales of their products. The sole purpose to them is to combat poverty, empower communities, and create social justice." 

Mission " is to build sustainable partnerships with artisans in developing countries, by connecting them with customers through an online marketplace. We seek to empower women artisans to rise above poverty and support their families.

Our handmade goods showcase the artisans’ traditional skills and their dedication to preserving their artisanal techniques.  We source all of the artisans’ products ethically and practice fair trade  principles. We acknowledge the interdependency of people around the world and our responsibility to help others."


Not only does the shop have accessories, but they also have items for the holidays, baby items, decor, kitchen items, and trunks. They have some absolutely adorable and great products and I still can't believe that it all goes to a good cause. To feel good about what you're doing when you're shopping is a definite WIN WIN! In addition, who wouldn't want to have a great talking piece that they can show off to guests in your home or wear it out and about?!

Check out their website for more information about the different artisans, values, social responsibility, the goods (of course), and more. This is such an amazing shop for what it stands for and for who it benefits. 

http://www.thelittlemarket.com/

This is a MUST checkout website/shop!


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