High Waisted Flares & Trouser Jeans

I think the first thing that pops into all of our heads when we think of high waisted flares are the numerous magazine covers Jessica Simpson was plastered on circa 2009...I still tremble at the thought...

Let's be real here: there's a right way and a wrong way to wear these types of jeans, and my girl, JS, got it all wrong. We have to give her props for trying though. I bought my first pair last week and had to ransack my closet to figure out what to wear them with. It's not an easy look, but with a little help, anyone can pull them off. 

First, find a pair that fits you perfectly. Don't squeeze yourself into just any pair, because the end result...well, see upper left. Make sure they have a little room in the waist to tuck in a shirt or blouse. The bigger the flare at the bottom, the blousier you want your top to be. If you go for a mid-size flare, like I happen to have on today, try it with a cute top tucked in, a flowing, short-waisted sweater, or a lace top. Audrina got it right with these vintage-washed flares, a tight sweater, and a slim belt and pumps to complete the look. Fossil has an adorable lace top that they paired with their new wide leg jeans that really fits this seventies style. Whatever you choose, dare to step it up a notch with your jeans, because wide is the new skinny, and I doubt we'll ever be able to say that again as it pertains to fashion...

Only Gold for Me...

Sephora by OPI, Only Gold for Me Top Coat, $9.00

For New Year's, I attended a super fun disco-themed NYE party (shout out to the Hoods' for making it so awesome!) and I tried my best to tap into my retro side. Never being one to go against the theme, I proceeded to buy a one-piece jumpsuit, over-the-top earrings, a flower power ring, and chunky wedges. But the icing on the cake: my disco-esque nail polish. Thinking no one would even notice, I polished the golden flakes over a layer of black and made my way out the door. But to my surprise, everyone loved it! I tried it out later on bare nails and it was so fun and flirty. Make sure to stop by Sephora and pick up a bottle. It's available in numerous colors, and the perfect top coat to your favorite polish!

Itching for Spring to.....sprung? You know what I mean...

Jessica Simpson, $79

Now is that frustrating time when retailers have put out their fabulous new Spring lines, but it's still too frigid to even think about wearing them. If you pick up any March magazine on stands right now, they are filled with the latest Spring styles; bright colors, florals and lace, strappy sandals (like these JS shoes I am just dyingggg for....)And when there's snow still on the ground, it's hard to imagine Spring will ever get here...

Colin Stuart, $99

But there is one great thing about this time of year: Winter Sales. I know we all want to be fully clad in our new wardrobes, but let's be honest...even in Dallas I can't get away with open toes and a tank top. So take to the stores and hit up the sales. Because unless you live in Cali or Florida, you really are stuck in mittens and thick jackets for at least a few more months. Don't be swayed by all the new 'Spring Must-Haves' on the front page of every website...check out the Sale section and get those boots you were eying all during the Fall! Or these Colin Stuart studded clogs...get them in a light color and you can wear them all through the Spring too! $99 bucks?! I'm sold...

I'm Backkkkkk...

Gosh, it's been a while...feels like ages since I lasted posted! But life, as we know it can, has gotten in the way. I don't want to make promises I can't keep, so I have decided to re-structure my blogging so that I can fit it in with work, yoga, more work, travel, and oh yeah...work. My days of writing page-long posts are gone, but I had a new idea. If you are as busy as me, most of you don't even have time to be reading all that anyway. So, here's to the five minute blog spot. Every day I'll post something new. Maybe it's a pair of shoes you just can't pass up, a make up item that should never be missing from your purse, or a trend that you most definitely need to ride the wave of. Whatever it is, you won't want to miss it!