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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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Dress & Vest

Skirt The Rules // Windowpane Print Dress

I spent the past weekend in Arizona for my bridal shower and flew back to New York on a Monday night redeye. After only one uninterrupted hour of sleep on the plane, I surprisingly made it through my first day back in the office without falling asleep on the job (yay me!).  It wasn’t until I finally laid down for the first time in 36 hours that I immediately crashed and haven’t fully recovered since.  I feel like I could sleep for DAYS.

Skirt The Rules // Windowpane Print Dress

So I can guarantee you that I’m probably putting as little effort into my wardrobe as possible this week.  This windowpane dress has been on major rotation lately.  It’s super comfy, but still put together, which makes for the perfect standby for recovery weeks like this one.  It also comes in a top and a skirt if you want to mix and match.  I love the dress paired with a military vest, a simple black clutch and a pair of leopard heels.  Easy peasy and effortless!  What’s your go-to lazy outfit?

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Wear:
Vest: Old Navy (similar here)
Dress: Lou & Grey (comes in a top and a skirt!)
Sunglasses: Karen Walker
Necklace: Madewell
Clutch: Forever 21 (similar here)
Bracelet Lord & Taylor (similar here)
Heels: J.Crew (similar here)

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Floral Flare

Skirt The Rules // Stripes & Floral Mixed Prints

When I first saw this floral midi, it was love at first sight.  It basically felt like the epitome of spring in the form of a skirt.  And even though NYC is still feeling abnormally cold for this time of the year, I feel like if I dress like it’s spring, the weather will follow suit.  That’s how it works, right?

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Top: Forever 21 (similar here and here)
Skirt: Chicwish (c/o) (love this version too!)
Sunglasses: Karen Walker
Necklace: Ann Taylor
Clutch: GiGi New York (c/o)
Bracelet: Kendra Scott (c/o)
Rings: Kendra Scott (c/o)
Heels: Ann Taylor

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Photos:
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