Celebrity Redo for Under $100: Reese Witherspoon

I like  Reese Witherspoon’s laid back look but I think it’s way too busy.  Take, for example, the blue dress against the gray cardigan – it’s just confusing and looks like she threw on any old sweater she could find.  And then there’s the fringed sandals that I think make her legs look shorter than they actually are.  For the Celebrity Redo, I swapped out her blue dress and added a chic white dress with pockets which really pops against the gray cardigan (LOVE me a dress with pockets!).  I kept the fedora but switched out the fringed sandals for jeweled one’s.  Best of all this entire redo is under $100!

Celebrity Redo: Beyonce Knowles

Beyonce is the perfect example of what happens when you wear too many trendy items all at once – it’s way too hectic and even great pieces look bad. To tone down the outfit, I swapped the caged heels for a simpler pair of caged-styled platform’s.  To give the outfit a softer look,  I traded in the fitted tank for the slub twist knot tank. Maybe even add some diamonds to the outfit, if you’re looking for just a little more flash. Tasteful and subtle jewelry can be a great touch when applied properly. Hope you like it!

Fedora with Polka Dot Trim - $12.99 at Target.com

Twist Knot back Tank - $11.90 at Wetseal.com

Chinese Laundry Snake Shoulder Tote - $39.99 at Piperlime.com

Boyfriend Crop Jeans – $32.99 at Charlotterusse.com

Nicole Richie: Another Week Another Cute Outfit

Once again Nicole Richie looking effortlessly chic in skinny jeans, boyfriend cardigan and a funky fedora. Get the look………

Zad Fond of Fronds Necklace – $9
Bangles at Forever21 $6.85

V-Neck LS Boyfriend Cardigan - $15.80

Garnet Two-Way Stretch Skinny Jeans – $29.99

Burnout Top – $12.90
Felt Fedora – $16.80

Hayden-Harnett for target Hobo Bag – $44.99

Aviator Suglasses - $8.00

Wear The Hat (don’t let ‘em wear you!)

One of the reasons I love winter is because of the enormous selection of accessories to keep warm. Unfortunately, I live in a state where it barely goes under 50 degrees and it’s nearly impossible to enjoy scarf’s, gloves or even a coat.  So every winter I’m left craving something cozy to throw on with flip flops or shorts and came to realize that hats always do the trick.  The great thing about hats is that they don’t have to necessarily be worn to keep warm.  Besides the obvious (keeping the sun out of your eyes and hiding a bad hair day) hats  also give your outfit an entire new personality.  Whenever I wear a hat I instantly feel a little classier!  The secret to wearing a hat is that you have to own it!  Don’t let the hat wear you!  Pick a hat you instantly feel a connection with.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping for one
I’ve always found hats to look better when my hair is down and over my ears.  I’m sure there are people who can wear a hat with a pony tail, but I’m pretty sure that the majority of us would be better off with our hair loose.  It’s more laid back and extremely forgiving.

If you try on a hat and it seems off a bit, try wearing it on a angle. I know it sounds a little silly but trust me you are better off wearing a hat that looks unintentionally lopsided than wearing one that looks like you’re trying to balance a stack of books on your head.

Stick to neutral colors like gray, tan and black.  It gives you more options.
Skip the beret! It’s not that I don’t like them.  I just find that they’re the type of hats that will wear you.   The only people that I’ve noticed who can pull off a beret  are Johnny Depp and Kate Moss; but that’s because they make anything seem cool!

Here are some fun and as always affordable hats to try!

Sassy – Peacock Fedora

Retro -  Vero Wool Cloche

Boho – 79th St Hat

Mooiee Knit Beanie