marley lilly love

I don't think I can explain my excitement when Marley Lilly sent me a beautiful monogrammed scarf in the mail last week! I am a sucker for all things plaid in the winter months, and a sucker for monograms in all months. This scarf fit the bill perfectly!

The scarf has a cashmere-feel to it and is super cozy without being itchy. The colors in my particular scarf are relatively neutral, while the red adds that perfect hearty pop of color that I crave around the holiday season. Not your style? When ordering your own scarf, you can completely customize the tread color, font, and scarf pattern to your liking. So if you have simple style or colorful style, you can create a scarf that is just for you.

I love mixing plaid with a striped shirt... Throw a monogram in the mix, and I am practically in love. What girl doesn't love an item that is uniquely theirs?

[ scarf | c/o Marley Lilly
trench coat | Forever 21, old
striped top | LOFT, old
jeans | LOFT
packable boots | Hunter ]

For a custom monogramming service, Marley Lilly has a quick turn-around time and are very receptive to questions on social media. I have a few other Marley Lilly items, so I can say with confidence that their quality and customer service are both superior. They always have flash sales, so follow them on Instagram to keep up with their latest promotions!

Thank you so much to Marley Lilly for sending me this lovely scarf! I can't wait to style it again and again.

Be sure to also check out Marley Lilly's other great products!

xoxo,
G

easy transition

Like most young professionals, I often try to stretch the life of an outfit by picking pieces that can easily transition into a post-work setting. Lately, I've been all about the skirt, tights and boots combo. It's so easy, chic, and comfortable! Below is one of my latest outfits that you can easily transition into happy hour or dinner with friends.

[the base.
skirt, last year, similar | LOFT
sweater | LOFT]

I like to call these two pieces the base. These items can stay constant throughout the day. It might come as no surprise that both the skirt and sweater are from LOFT. I love these pieces because they are both comfortable and seasonally appropriate. When paired together, they create a nice textural appeal. The unique pattern on the skirt is modern, while the basket weave on the sweater is super cozy. Bonus: the sweater goes with literally everything. If I could get away with wearing this sweater every day, I would.

[the variables.
tall boots, two (three?) years ago | Steve Madden
ankle boots | BP. by Nordstrom]

Next are the pieces that you can wear to make the outfit work-appropriate or happy hour-appropriate. As you can see, my tall boots are well-loved. When I wear these with a skirt at work, I tend to pair them with tights. For this particular look, I went with navy tights (at work, the less skin, the better in my eyes). To transition into a post-work look, you can keep or lose the tights, and put on these heeled ankle booties. They are perfect for fall and winter, because they are still dressy enough, but also provide warmth.

[more variables.
monogrammed necklace | Etsy
statement necklace, last year, similar | J.Crew]

When it comes to necklaces, I am definitely not shy with rocking a statement in the workplace. However, with the pattern on this skirt, I would pair it with something more simple, such as this monogrammed necklace. However, when you're ready to add some glam, I would throw on something edgy like J.Crew number pictured above.

Two simple changes can take your look from day to night. I would love to know, how do you transition your outfits from work to play?

xoxo,

G

bright flannel+neutrals: weekend OOTD

This past Saturday morning, the boyfriend and I went down to East Liberty, one of our favorite neighborhoods in Pittsburgh (more on this later this week). Because I am dressed business casual all week, I knew I wanted to relish in comfy-cozy duds on Saturday.

I've been dying to wear a good flannel/sweater combo lately, and this colorful flannel was the one that stuck out to me that morning. When I popped my sweater over top of the flannel, I realized that the plaid actually had hints of burnt orange in it. I was pleased that the colors tied together so well - enough of a contrast and not too matchy.

[All about neutrals with a hint of color.]

[flannel, similar | Target
sweater, last year | Madewell
pixie pants | J.Crew
boots | Karen Scott
purse | Tory Burch]
[Sidenote: I'll never get over the awkwardness of fashion blogger pics. Now I see the argument for blogger selfies... Kind of.]

[I'm a sucker for a good elbow patch.]

[My J.Crew Pixie pants are on repeat throughout fall and winter. Think of them like your favorite pair of leggings, but thicker and more structured.]

Next time you want to resort to your favorite neutrals, add a pop of color! You won't regret it.

xoxo,

G

OOTD: easy layers

Yesterday was a pretty relaxing Sunday - my favorite kind of Sunday. My boyfriend and I took a trip up to the outlets to shop, and then went to a casual dinner. This was the first weekend in Western PA that really felt like fall - complete with 50 degree weather and changing leaves. So, I happily piled on the layers. I wanted to keep it comfortable for our errands, so I resorted to some go-to pieces - chambray and flats. I chose to do a denim-on-denim look, but broke it up with a dark sweater and light trench coat. The key with wearing double denim is choosing two different shades, and breaking it up with another color or two, whether it be a belt, sweater, or colorful necklace.

[chambray tunic | Old Navy]
[black sweater | JC Penney]
[trench coat | Joe Fresh for JC Penney]
[jeans | J.Crew Factory]
[flats | Tory Burch]

[collar details]

[two collars are better than one!]
[bangle | Kate Spade]

[signs of fall: red leaves, acorns, and flats]

Lately, I'm all about mixing high-low pieces. I love a good deal, but I love a good investment piece equally as much. I think spending a little more money on pieces that are staples is totally justifiable. Even though a tan trench would typically be an investment, I scored this one in the summer at JC Penney for $9.88. These are the perks at shopping at the end of a season (a favorite pastime of mine)!

happy layering!

G