Kickin’ It


This post is sponsored by DSW.  All opinions are my own.

Skirt The Rules // New Balance 501 Sneakers

As much as I love a good heel, sky-high stilettos are not the most practical option for a city dweller like me.  I’m either biking to work or running down a subway platform to catch the train, so that “cab to curb” kind of lifestyle just isn’t going to work.  In reality, I’ll usually have a pair of flats on during my commute and then throw on my heels right before I get to my destination.  If you see a girl switching out her shoes on the corner of the street, that’s probably me…

Skirt The Rules // New Balance 501 Sneakers

Enter the perfect sneakers from DSW.  It’s a shoe style that I never thought I’d pair with something other than sweats and a tank top until recently.  Times have changed, my friend!  Athleisure is the idea of being sporty and comfortable, without sacrificing your style.  The first time I explained the term to a friend, he laughed at me, but it’s a thing!  Sneakers aren’t just confined to the gym or to the feet of middle-aged tourists.  They’re being worn with dresses and skirts, or in my case, with a refined coat and leather leggings.  Gone are the days where I have to stuff an extra pair of shoes in my already brimming tote bag and that’s a trend I can totally get behind.

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Wear:
Coat: SheInside (c/o) (on sale!)
Top: Lou & Grey
Leggings: Target (similar here and here)
Sunglasses: Karen Walker
Necklace: Madewell
Ring: Kendra Scott (c/o)
Bag: (similar here and here)
Sneakers: New Balance (c/o DSW)

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Pretty Peplum

Skirt The Rules // Floral Peplum Top

Allow me to introduce you to my new favorite top.  After an excruciatingly long winter of layers on layers, it feels like a breath of fresh air wearing this pretty peplum top.  It’s floral and flowy — I couldn’t ask for a better combination.  I paired it with skinny jeans and leopard flats for an easy casual look.  Signs of spring are upon us … and behind us!  Just look at those tulip buds in the background waiting to blossom!  Shop more of my favorite peplums below and get these sunglasses on sale for 25% off today only!

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Wear:
Top: Topshop
Jeans: American Eagle
Sunglasses: Karen Walker (25% off sale today!)
Necklace: Ann Taylor
Bag: Coach (similar here)
Ring: Kendra Scott (c/o)
Bracelet: J.Crew (25% off sale today!)
Flats: Madewell (similar for 50% off!)

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Shopbop Friends & Family Sale

Skirt The Rules // Summer Essentials

Dress // Bag // Wedges // Sunglasses // Romper // Earrings // Watch // Sneakers // iPhone case

I feel like I’m being hit with one major sale after another — not that I’m complaining.  Shopbop is having their Friends & Family Sale where you can take 25% off your entire purchase… the sale includes all of my favorite brands like Rebecca Minkoff, Kate Spade and Michael Kors!  This doesn’t happen often guys!  Now’s the perfect time to stock up on pretty little spring things like this festival-inspired dress, this mint crossbody bag or these strappy cream sandals.  Or scoop up classic pieces like my favorite pair of sunglasses or the leopard clutch I wear all the time.  Shop my favorite dresses, handbags and shoes below and hurry — sale ends Thursday night!

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