Day 8...

Jackets

Hey gals, I'm sorry I haven't been posting lately. My school starts Sept. 6th and I still haven't got my schedule! But anyways I'm trying to finish my summer assignments and stuff. I know most of you have already started school, but I am going to continue with the back to essentials. I mean even if you did start school you could still purchase some of these items the next time you shop. So you probably already own a jacket in your closet, but this post will give you some ideas on how to wear them in a different way than the usual. Ya know, your denim jacket with colored shorts and a belt. Or your jacket with a dress. I really hope this post sparks some creativity the next time you pick an outfit for school. Erika xo 

Madewell look- If you have a preppy jacket/blazer don't just throw on a pair of jeans with it. Mix it it up with a cool blouse and some neutral colored shorts. I saw this look on Madewell's tumblr and loved it. 

If it's raining outside but it's going to be a bit warm or humid, or it's a little chilly, put on a leather jacket with your shorts. 

Whitney Port- I think this outfit is very different, but very cool at the same time. I LOVE denim jackets with leather sleeves. Usually people wear a denim jacket with their cute little summer dresses when they go back to school. But take it from Whitney, don't be afraid to pair a really different and unique jacket with your dresses. You'll be surprised at how good you'll look.

Day 5...

Hi guys I know I haven't posted in a long time but lots of things have been going on. I've been working on my school summer assignments, my sister went to college, and suddenly I have 2 rabbits to take care of. So there's been a lot of changes goin on, but I'm just going to continue on with the back to school essentials. So even though day 5 was due a long time ago, lets just pretend that today is day 5. Okay? Ohhkaay.  Erika

day 5...Colored Jeans!

Colored and printed jeans are really fun. I think they can really make your outfit or add that extra something to save it from being really ordinary. If you haven't already picked up some colored or printed jeans, jeggings, leggings whatever you prefer.... ya need to!

I don't know how you all feel about the Kardashians, but before you get into your little rage about how much you hate them...I'm showing this picture because of the yellow jeans. A little jacket with some colored jeans is a casual yet cute outfit to wear. It goes for school and a day with your family at the circus.

Free People- I love corduroy skinny pants. I think they made a great comeback and I actually have 2 pairs myself (:

Whitney Port- the colors of her sweater & boots compliment  her pants

Both pictures are Free People

This is a picture from the Disney channel show Jessie, and we are looking at the girl with the blue pants. I like how she's colorblocking with her blue jeans & pink cardigan. That pink brings out the royal blue jeans. Even her blouse has some blue and pink in it. 

Okay last but not least, is Alexa Chung. Wearing a tee with colored jeans just looks cool.  Alexa's outfits always look cool and just effortless.

Boyfriend Jeans 101

HI!
So recently I bought a pair of boyfriend jeans from American Eagle Outfitters! Boyfriend jeans are pretty controversial pants because they are super baggy and are not very flattering to our body...BUT they can make cute & bold statements if worn correctly.

You can wear bf jeans with a simple look, like Whitney Port. A simple tank top will keep you looking stylish and chic!

Another look you could try is a plain t-shirt! You would think that you need to wear a more fitting top to balance out the proportions. IN MY OPINION I think this outfit is so cool and edgy, sort of an effortless look. This is a great outfit for a day where you don't feel like getting dressed up, OR you got a dreadful visit from  your "lady friend" ( your period ).
Basically: you could look fashionable without much effort(:

If you aren't into the baggy on top of baggy look, then you could try wearing a top that is more fitting and tucking it into a belt. That way you'll have some sort of shape, at least in the top half of your outfit.

When the weather is dropping you could put on a cozy pullover sweater/jumper. The girl above paired them with a belt and leopard print loafers to give her outfit a nice edge.

Try pairing a button up shirt with one of your jackets and a cute bag.

Whitney Port paired her bf jeans with a blazer and patterned top which made the jeans look a bit more dressed up and spiffy(:

I don't know if you noticed, but most of the outfits that I've shown have heels with their outfits. If you aren't comfortable with hearing heels then you could go with a more casual approach. Rihanna paired her bf jeans with sneakers. I'm not sure but they kind of look like Converses.

All of these ladies have one thing in common: they're wearing boots! Wearing your bf jeans over your boots is a cool way to switch up your outfit and make your casual jeans look more fashionable.

If you were not a fan of boyfriend jeans before, I hope you are now after reading this post
                                        
                          

                         ---Erika xo