HOW TO WEAR COLORED TIGHTS FOR FALL

WHITE TUNIC   |  HUNTER GREEN TIGHTS  |  LEOPARD BAG: c/o VERA BRADLEY -   |  FREEBIRD BOOTS c/o ZAPPOS   |  APPLE WATCH SPORT   |  WALNUT COLOR BAND  |  KENDRA SCOTT BRACELET  |  SNAKE BRACELET c/o ALEX & ANI  |  LOVE WRAP c/o ALEX & ANI  |  STACKED BRACELETS  |  BUXOM TRUE LIPSTICK I  | STATEMENT NECKLACE  |  LONG CHAIN NECKLACE  |  GOLD CUFF c/o VERA BRADLEY

A few years ago, one of my favorite bloggers, Sydney from The Daybook, rocked the most gorgeous purple tights in a Fall styled outfit. Since then, it's been on my mind. How to wear colored tights for me? Last year, I experimented with navy tights and I think it went pretty well. Feeling ambitious, I ordered a pair of wine & hunter green tights to add some color to my fall wardrobe and this is what I've learned:

1. Pair colored tights with skirts, dresses, or long tops

Shorts and tights are a big no. Just stop, never, don't do it.

2. Make sure the tights are visible.

If you are wearing a longer top, like the one above, opt for shorter boots to really display the color. Shorter dress? Go ahead with your tall boots. It's all about proportion.

3. Treat your tights like an accessory

Just because you're wearing colored tights, doesn't mean you need to always wear solids. In my Navy Tights post from last year, I paired it with a printed dress. Here, I chose a white top but complemented it with bold accessories! Balance your outfit with a mix of neutrals and prints.

That's it! Go Wild! How will you wear your colored tights?

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THE PERFECT WORK BAG

CASHMERE SWEATER: H&M - SAME HERE - $50   //   OXBLOOD SCARF: F21 - SIMILAR HERE - $13   //   PAIGE DENIM: c/o ZAPPOS - SAME HERE - $179   //   FREEBIRD BOOTS: c/o ZAPPOS - SAME HERE - $275  //  PEPLUM TOP: DILLARDS - SIMILAR HERE - $15   //   LAPTOP BAG: eBay - SAME HERE - $25

It took me months. I searched high and low - I went to Target, then I went to Kate Spade and nothing clicked. I wanted a slim, stylish laptop bag but also something that was functional. You know, a laptop pocket & zippers. Why was it so hard to find a good professional bag? Then I finally found it - on eBay! It was perfect and I seriously havent stopped using it since it came in. The only downside was having to wait nearly 3 weeks to get it in. Boo- but alls well that ends well, i'm placing an order for one in navy stat! 

Where did you find your perfect work bag?

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DUAL ACCENT PIECES: LEOPARD & EMERALD

TOP: H&M - SIMILAR HERE - $15   //   PAIGE DENIM JEANS: c/o ZAPPOS - SAME HERE - $168   //   FREEBIRD BOLO BOOTS: c/o ZAPPOS - SAME HERE - $275   //   LEOPARD SCARF: ZARA - SIMILAR HERE - $15   //   GREEN CLUTCH: eBAY - SAME HERE - $5

I've been fighting the feeling of getting sick all weekend. I can feel it creeping up on me, but I refuse to let my guard down. I've had to take it easy the last few days, but I have too much going on to let these weather changes get the best of me. I'm going to bundle up and buckle down - time to get things done.

This post is linked up with:  Life Of Meg //  Funday Monday  // How I Fall // Style to Inspire //  Fashionably Employed  //  More Pieces of Me 

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WINTER WARDROBE pt. 2 // FREEBIRD & PAIGE DENIM

PAIGE DENIM: c/o ZAPPOS - SAME HERE - $169   //   FREEBIRD BOLO BOOTS: c/o ZAPPOS - SAME HERE - $275

So, it's been about a month since I received these amazing jeans & boots from Zappos, and the only thing that's changed is that I am even more obsessed with them. Paige Denim has a reputation and it's well deserved - you can feel the quality of the jean to the touch. As someone who rarely wears jeans, I think investing in one quality pair makes a lot of sense. There is longitivtiy in the brand and when you break the numbers down, it really is worth it. Not to mention, Zappos has an extraordinary shipping/return policy. I got my order within 2 days of placing it! 

The Freebird Bolo boots were the perfect pair for me. The dual zipper detail is actually really unique because I can adjust the fit of the boot - zipped up all the way for a more snug, sleek look and zipped down for a relaxed fit. Being as small as I am, a heel is a must. I loved the stacked heel on this boot because it gave me height without the discomfort of feeling like I was in heels all day. Perfection.

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.