OOTD- layering cardigans

When I wore this outfit (Thursday- late again- sorry!!) it was really cold in the morning (around 35-40) but it was nice in the afternoon (65) before it got super cold and windy around 6pm. So I needed a really warm layer, a thin cardigan or something of the sort, and a tank top because I get hot super duper easily! So I found one of my favorite white frilly cardigans (Of course I bought it in black as well ;) ) and layered it with a structured sweatshirt from Aeropostale which sounds a little weird but it's SUPER cute and comfy. The flats I'm wearing are from Charlotte Russe a year and a half ago- they're still holding up and look about as good as they did when I first bought them for only $5. So definitely check out Charlotte Russe's sales. Especially the day after Christmas sale- and sign up for their texting club- they alert you about alll the best deals! Finally, my necklace is my ALL TIME most worn and favorite piece of jewelry. It's actually my second one, I re-found it at forever21 about a year after I originally bought it and it's exactly the same excepting the chain. Keep an eye out for it if you like it because forever21 might have them again! The "crystals" are actually really shiny and sparkly- I get compliments every time I wear it. 

white cardigan- Ross
gray sweater- Aeropostale
sequined ballet flats- Charlotte Russe
gray tank top (underneath)- Forever21
teal tank top- Billabong
necklace- Forever21
jeans- Gap

-Elle <3

OOTD- pop of color

Yesterday (I'm posting this a day late- sorry!!) it was snowing, so instead of wearing cute shorts and a pretty tank top I bundled up with a cardigan and scarf over a pretty bright blue semi-crop top. I just love how cute and put together this looks!! Since I was just wearing a thick cardigan over my top, I could have just taken it out if it had stopped snowing and the sun had come out, I can dream that a 39 degree high will turn into 70 degrees can't I? ;) Anyways I was wearing a pair of gray military inspired boots but I didn't bother to put them back on because a). the socks I was wearing are absolutely ADORABLE and b). you will probably see them in another OOTD because I wear them all the time!

 Close-up to show off the top half of my outfit, mostly my necklace. Also, I love making funny faces every when I'm in front of a camera :P

Close-up of the necklace- none of the photos were doing it justice, it's SO gorgeous and sparkly. My favorite part of the outfit:)

Jeans- Aeropostale

Top- Ross

Belt- H&M (it's actually pale pink, skinny and braided if you can't see- super cute!)

"Grandpa" Cardigan- Forever21 

Necklace- Forever21 (if I remember correctly it was only around $1.80!!)

Scarf- JcPenney's? 

Socks- Old Navy 

Earrings- Forever21 (large gray pearls)

-Elle <3

Color Blocking- teal and purple

It's still cold where I live but a girl can still dream of spring can't she? This outfit combines spring colors with the warmth and coverage I need until temperatures warm up- and it's color blocked. Who can beat that? 

 Full Tilt sheer chiffon top in teal $22.99 http://www.tillys.com/tillys/variants.aspx?prod=186131246&ctlg=020_Girls&cid=1197&source=1&size=

 Forever21 Fitted Skinny Jean in purple $15.50 http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=21items_jeans&ProductID=2011408329&VariantID=

 Maddengirl Rhinestone Flats in blush $59 http://www.victoriassecret.com/ss/Satellite?ProductID=1265724955690&c=Page&cid=1327029216223&pagename=vsdWrapper

OR

Forever21 Classic Ballet Flats $10.80 http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?BR=f21&Category=shoes_flats&ProductID=2000041268&VariantID=

 American Eagle Coastal Charm Bracelet $15.50 (buy one get one half off right now!) http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?productId=0483_2550_013&catId=cat20122

American Eagle Silver Bow Necklace $15.50 (buy one get one half off right now!) http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?productId=0482_2536_013&catId=cat20118

The purple jeans and teal top really represent my favorite way to color block because they're complimentary colors. I really love how on trend they are without being too bright or bold- anyone with any skintone and any body type can pull this look off!

For spring (and in general :P) I am loving nude/ blush ballet flats. The Maddengirl ones are TO DIE FOR and I will probably be getting some sooner or later! The forever21 flats are still really cute and definitely much cheaper for those who don't want to splurge.

I really love the bow details in the bracelet and necklace- American Eagle makes the best (while a tad overpriced for what you're really getting but on sale most of the time) jewelry.

Overall, I ended up really loving this outfit. It's classy and cute while still being on trend and it's definitely appropriate for many different occasions. I can see myself wearing it to school or to an event or even just lounging around, running errands, or shopping- colored denim is so versatile!

-Elle <3