June 23, 2017

One Shirt, Two Ways: Turn Off the Shoulder Into One Shoulder

Who doesn't love being able to take one outfit and wear it two different ways?! More bang for your buck, right? Well I was excited when I realized I could take this basic, white off the shoulder shirt (which is so cute by the way and perfect to pair with just about anything) and easily turn it into a one shoulder blouse (the latest craze). Trust me - no one would ever know it wasn't originally intended to be that way (you can't see the arm hole). And you can do it with most off the shoulder shirts. The key is the style needs to be flowy/ruffley. If it's a fitted top it wouldn't work. And unfortunately you can't do it the other way around (ie you can't take a one shoulder shirt and turn it into an off the shoulder look). But you'd be surprised how many off the shoulder shirts and dresses you have in your closet that you can turn into one shoulder. Try it out! Some people say one shoulder is the new off the shoulder (if only I would have kept so many of my one shoulder tops circa 2000 - 2002) but you know what - I'm still a pretty big fan of off the shoulder so it's not going anywhere in my book. :)

Styling tip: This shirt is a little long so I like to do the front tuck. It shows off your waist to make it extra flattering and very chic. I'm also wearing high waisted jeans so a front tuck allows you to see the hi rise style. Finish the look with a great pair of low block heels (you guys know I'm obsessed).

Top: J. Crew Factory(old, similar)  || Hi Rise Jeans: American Eagle   || Shoes: Target — Top: J. Crew Factory(old, similar) || Hi Rise Jeans: American Eagle || Shoes: Target

June 7, 2017

Ruffles, Meet Stripes

by Laura Perkins

Top: Anthropologie  ||  Black Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Low Block Heels: Marion Parke — Top: Anthropologie || Black Jeans: American Eagle || Low Block Heels: Marion Parke

Ruffles have been one of my favorite trends this year. The wavy frill adds such a playful and feminine detail to everything. I just love it. And stripes will forever be a summer staple. Combine the two with a peek-a-boo floral print and you have a winner. You've probably noticed that I'm all about the low block heel lately. They're so practical but also very much in style. In keeping with the stripe theme, I'm completing this look with these amazing Marion Parke mary jane's.

Below is another ruffle top that will instantly update your basic white tee style. I have gotten so many compliments on this shirt and you guys, it's from Target! Pretty sure I paid less than $20 for it. If you haven't checked out their Who What Wear section, you need to. Everything is so stinkin cute and super affordable. These shoes are from Target too!! And they have been my go-to this spring. Target's shoe section has really stepped it up lately (no pun intended! hah). I'm currently crushing on these. (insert heart eye emoji)

So if you don't own anything with ruffles, you need to give it a try. Just trust me. There are so many different styles - big, small, vertical, horizontal, diagonal, ]single or layered, on the top or the bottom....I could go on and on. I haven't met a ruffle I didn't like. :) There really is a ruffle for everyone. I think oversized ruffles are so chic but you might like a subtle ruffle....either way they are really fun so I recommend giving them a shot! :) Style tip: the larger the ruffle, the more it acts as an accessory so you might not need much jewelry.

Top: Target (Who What Wear)  ||  Hi Rise Jeans: American Eagle   || Shoes: Target — Top: Target (Who What Wear) || Hi Rise Jeans: American Eagle || Shoes: Target

March 10, 2017

Not Your Mom's High Waisted Jeans

by Laura Perkins

Turtleneck: Madewell ||  Hi Rise Jeans: American Eagle  ||  Heels: Nina Originals (old, similar style) *DSW similar style — Turtleneck: Madewell || Hi Rise Jeans: American Eagle || Heels: Nina Originals (old, similar style) *DSW similar style

You guys...I'm back! Without going into about a million excuses of why I took a 6 month hiatus and have been focusing on taking care of my daughter, Emmy, full time, I'm really excited to make a return to Your Sunday Best. Something I have always loved doing and have recently been inspired to get things started again. Thank you to all of you who reached out and encouraged me to get back on the blog, sharing how much you missed it. That really meant a lot! I love my baby girl in ways that words can't express and while truthfully it hasn't always been easy, it has been my greatest joy. One of my best girlfriends told me recently that when you become a mom, don't let go of the things that make you you. It's easy to do that when you're putting your child before yourself but that statement really challenged me. I love writing about fashion and sharing styling tips. That's me. So I'm not going to let go of it. Just...give me an extra cup of coffee! :)

I think I struggled with what my first post would be, setting too high of expectations for myself (that's the perfectionist in me!) and not knowing if I should share stories of mom life or go back to a fashion piece. While I could go on and on about what motherhood has taught me, I decided that this thing started with fashion so that's what I'll come back to. Now, I'm not gonna lie - I've stayed in my pajamas most days and haven't left the house. True story. Yeah, I know, I need to work on that. Maybe it's the nice weather around the corner but I'm excited for spring! And spring clothes! While it's still too early to pull out your dresses and skirts (well unless you live in Fl....sigh!) here's a denim look that will put you in a good mood. Or at least it does for me! Let's face it - it's March. We all need a little fashion pick me up.

High-waisted jeans, a turtleneck and low block heels. Wow- if you would have told me a few years ago that I'd be rocking this outfit, I would have probably laughed in your face. Don't get me wrong, I'm loving the 90's comeback but "Mom" jeans as many call them, have never been something I was a fan of. Until now. Well...the new version of them that is. I realized that whenever I would try on these cute tops in the dressing room, they were always too short when paired with my everyday skinny jeans. But then I tried on this high-rise pair and it was a game changer. Suddenly I felt skinnier and those cute tops in the store actually fit the way they were supposed to. These jeans honestly just felt really natural on me and not like I was in a costume. I definitely recommend you all giving high-rise jeans a shot. And for those who question it, maybe don't think of them as high-waisted but rather higher waisted. I mean, seriously, we've been wearing skinny jeans for over a decade now - it's time to change it up, even if it's just a little bit.

To show off the high-waisted look, I recommend either a flowy cropped top or tucking in your shirt (front tuck or all the way). Also this turtleneck is only $6.99!!! What!?! Crazytown, I know! P.S. J. Crew also has one just like it! Finish the look with some low block heels. In my industry, we call this the "market shoe," the comfy yet on-trend heel you can get around town in and stand all day in at appointments. Or the weekender brunch shoe that doesn't make you look like you're trying too hard. This style is far from "granny," don't you think?! I always laugh when things that used to be considered super dorky are all of a sudden cool again. Timing is key but also, make sure the look is still flattering on you. After all, you're the one wearing them so you need to feel confident!