As I’m doing plenty of extra-curricular research this year, I’ve been examining my office wardrobe and realizing that it’s not quite up to snuff. I have plenty of button-up shirts and dressy pants, but other than that, my business casual wardrobe is lacking. I hate buying pieces strictly for work, so I was on the hunt for a versatile addition to my wardrobe that could work for a day at the office or a night on the town. Cue the Nasty Gal Beach Club Blazer!

This peachy-tone blazer is a chic, throwback piece. It’s reminiscent of the 80′s, but features a modern cut. A blazer is very grown-up piece that every college student should own. You don’t see freshman at the bar sporting blazers; it’s a sophisticated jacket that adds maturity to any outfit. And it will work for many occasions! Read More »

[Every girl needs a good purse (or 12). Whether you’re going for groceries or running from class to class, they are simply essential for holding all your, uh, essentials. Each week, I’m going to show you a fashionable, yet functional purse for the college crowd and let you know why you absolutely need it! I apologize ahead of time to your bank account.]

Now that the summer heat is here to stay, my time has been filled with days shopping or walking around town and nights on bar patios or at backyard BBQs. I’m realizing that my heavy, leather purses aren’t quite as suited to the summer weather as I previously thought, and I’ve been on the search for a summery, mid-size purse that I can take from day to night. And I think I’ve found a great option in the Rachel Bag from The Extras.

This faux-leather purse comes in a summery shade of yellow, but has enough undertones and brown detailing to also carry you into fall. There are 2 methods of carrying: a shorter top handle and a longer, adjustable strap so you can wear it crossbody. It’s also a good size at 14′ L x 10′ H x 5.5′ D; smaller for a day bag, but generous for an evening clutch. Read More »

I’m feeling very casual lately. Like so casual, that I wore jeans to work three days out of five last week (unheard of for girly me!). Even when I hit the town, I’m not loving getting dressed up or sporting one of the skintight dresses in my closet. For times like these, it’s nice to have t-shirts that transcend the boundaries of casual and dressy. And I’ve found one that hits the nail on the head!

Wildfox Couture is a brand known for cute, kitschy tees and dresses and is also a celeb-fav. While some of the tees are a bit pricey, they’re totally unique and fun. The thin, gold peace sign on this shirt is subtle, but adds a bit of flash and spices up the plain black tee. It’s also slightly looser fitting, which is exactly what I was aiming for!

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It’s been a long, cold winter, but March and Spring Break are finally here! For those of you spending a week in a warm and sunny environment, here are some Spring-Break-I’m-going-to-paradise-and-I-need-to-look-cute-and-show-off-my-bangin-bod essentials for under $20.

And you know what that means: more margarita money. Read More »

[In early adulthood there is an activity that plays a large role in most of our lives; nights out on the town. And with those nights out always comes the question: “What am I gonna wear?!?”

Each week I’ll be putting together a cute and affordable “going out” ensemble guide (that you can tweak to your own personal style and body type, of course) so that maybe that age-old question can be answered a little quicker than usual. And your friends aren’t waiting - for hours - for you to emerge from your room. Just call me your own personal Rachel Zoe.]

Another weekend, another opportunity to figure out what to wear. This weekend, it’s all about shine and dazzle with sparkle, jewel tones, and a sleek look that can also be easily transformable from day to night. If you are interning or working somewhere that requires business wear, throw a blazer over this ensemble and you’re good to go.

Jewel tones are everywhere this season, so go for a lovely satin jewel-toned top. I love this halter top from The Limited. The ruffles add a little interest, and the cut is sexy and sophisticated. Bonus: If you put in the promotion code 561 at checkout before November 30th, you’ll get 20% off. Cha Ching! Read More »