Free People X Arizona Girl

Pure joy is the only way to describe how I felt when I received an email from Free People (FP) clothing asking me to collaborate.  One of my favorite clothing companies, the FP label is known to embody the independent, creative, bold, free-spirited woman.  FP designers travel the world for inspiration and enlightenment, resulting in beautiful clothes and accessories that epitomize bohemian luxury both in quality and comfort.  For my styling, I selected this "Faithful Shaggy Jacket" in Sand and paired it with one of my favorite FP dresses.  This little black dress has stripes in velvet and a perfect cut with a deep V back.  I added a gorgeous FP necklace, some rustic gold rings, over-the-knee socks, tall black boots, and a soft-as-butter pleather purse.  So, I received one of my Christmas wishes early in the form of a warm, chic jacket.  I hope you all get your Christmas wishes.  I'd love to hear what was your favorite gift received this year :)  Xoxo Shelly

Jacket courtesy of Free People

Dress from Free People

Necklace from Free People

Socks from Urban Outfitters

Boots by Mossimo Supply Co. 

Purse courtesy of T-Shirt & Jeans

My Style: Summertime Sadness

Today's Look:  showcases a soft, jersey knit romper with a delicate scarf print from Charlotte Russe.  This is the most comfortable, and oh-so cute playsuit with a fitted silhouette and spaghetti straps.  I love that it's fashionable and versatile.  I've worn it on date nights, road trips and shopping adventures.  For this particular casual day, I accessorized with a sweater kimono, silver jewelry, and lace up, heeled booties.  So bummed that school starts Monday for me.  Really trying to live it up this weekend!  haha  I wish for you a beautiful day.  Xoxo, Shelly

Outfit Details:  Romper from Charlotte Russe | Cardigan from Target | Boots from Urban Outfitters | Necklace & Black Stone Ring from Maurices | Sunglasses, Bracelet, & Silver Rings from Earthbound Trading Company

Fashion Tip:  Selecting a statement necklace that compliments the print and the colors of the material in your outfit really adds a beauty to the overall styling.

My Style: Sequins & Stripes

Today's Look:  shows how bold stripes can make a statement for spring.  This appealing scoop neck, hi-low dress is an eye catcher from the Ashley Lane Company.  By adding an open-knit sweater, you can stay comfortably warm on a spring day.  A loose knit sweater is perfect for layering over a tank, cami, or dress.  This sweater has dropped shoulder seams, hi-low hem, and sequins.  Bonus: it's from one of my favorite boutiques in Flagstaff, Arizona, called The Basement Marketplace.  To add some edge, I styled the look with a black, wide-brimmed hat and black ankle boots.  As always, I hope you’re having a blast being creative and courageous with your styling.  I love this quote by Cushnie et Ochs:  “Life’s too short to wear boring clothing.”  Amen!  Xoxo, Shelly

Outfit Details:  Dress courtesy of Ashley Lane Company ❤ | Earrings courtesy of Charlotte Russe ❤ | Sweater by Miss Kelly 1999 from The Basement Marketplace | Boots by Mossimo Supply Co. from Target | Hat from oasap.com | Leaf Ring & Gold Bands from Forever 21 | Midi Ring from Earthbound Trading Company | Bedazzled Band from Premier Designs | Nails by Impress

Fashion Tip:  As mentioned above, a loose knit sweater is great for layering over dresses, tanks, and cami's and easily transforms an outfit!  

I wore the outfit to a coffee spot where I met up with some friends.  Lately, I have enjoyed including photos of the places similar to where I wore the looks, to create a backdrop and mood.  Enjoy :)

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Astro Coffee Photos by Evan Hansen

            

My Style: Denim on Denim

Today's Look:  shows how to stay casually chic while keeping warm in the winter.  First, I chose the light chambray top and dark denim jeans.  To contrast with the blue denims, I chose to wear a cozy camel coat.  Matching the camel coat's coloring, I chose studded, leopard print oxford flats.  I love how the sophisticated cut of the shoes compliments the playful print.  I accessorized with simple pearl earrings, sassy sunglasses, two rings, a bracelet, and a burgundy cross-body wallet for a pop of color.  Pulling it all together, I wore an infinity scarf featuring a tribal design including navy blue, olive green, light brown, and crisp white.

Outfit Details:  Wallet and Pearl Earrings courtesy of Charlotte Russe ❤, Top by Mossimo Supply Co. at target.com, Jeans by Levi's at Macy's (Tucson, Arizona), Coat by Anne Klein at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Shoes by Gianni Bini at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Scarf at Urban Outfitters (Tucson, Arizona), Wrapped Ring from World Market (Prescott, Arizona), Band Ring from Aéropostale (Tucson, Arizona), Sunglasses from Basement Marketplace (Flagstaff, Arizona), Bracelet at Foot Fetish (Prescott, Arizona).

Fashion Tip:  When wearing a denim top with denim pants, for best results make sure the pants are a shade darker for contrast;  not only to distinguish the two from one another, but a darker shade on the jeans can be more flattering.  

Celebrities rockin' the denim on denim trend:

Katie Holmes      Reese Witherspoon      Miranda Kerr     Vanessa Hudgens      Ashley Greene

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My Style: Walk Like an Egyptian

Today's Look:  emphasizes the bright gold of an Egyptian-motif top and edgy, shredded skinny jeans.  First, I chose the sweatshirt for light warmth on a sunny winter day and black jeans.  Next, I chose black, strappy cut-out ankle boots, and gold rimmed aviators.  Finishing off the look and to bring attention to the gold detailing on the top, I wore a gold watch, gold bedazzled bracelet, two gold rings, and gold pyramid-shaped earrings.

Outfit Details:  Top and Earrings courtesy of Charlotte Russe ❤, Jeans by Bullhead Denim Co. at pacsun.com, Boots by Mossimo Supply Co. at Target (Prescott, Arizona), Purse at Sage Brush Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Watch, Skulls Ring, & Gold Ring from Charming Charlie (Tucson, Arizona), Bracelet at Kohl's (Prescott, Arizona), Sunglasses at Black Hound Gallerie (Flagstaff, Arizona).

Fashion Tip:  Ripped and shredded jeans add a cool, grunge vibe to any outfit.  The distressed detailing makes a look more casual and edgy.

More ideas on how to rock ripped, black skinny jeans!

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