Fashion Friday Link Up: Chicos Black & White Printed Dress

  If you were to take a peak into my closet, you would find a huge assortment of dresses and skirts.  Most of them are designer thrifted ranging in price of anywhere from $5-$10. Gotta love thrifting!   This Chico's dress that I am wearing wasn't thrifted, but I found it on the 80% off clearance rack at  Chico's for only $20! What a steal! I love the style of this dress. It's so easy to put on, with its snap  buttons from the middle to the top of the dress. Plus with the material of the dress, I never have to go over it with an iron because it never wrinkles. This is my all around kind of dress! Take it off the  hanger, throw it on, button it up and you are good to go! Are you a dress and skirts kind of gal??
FYI: It's been awhile but Fashion Friday Link up is back! Wahoo! Make sure you link up below!

 

 Dress: Chico's // Boots: ALDO // Bracelet: Thrifted // Purse: Gift // Earrings: Gift  

Hope you have a very blessed day and a fabulous weekend!   

3 Year Anniversary & Missing Buttons

  Last Saturday, we celebrated our three year Anniversary since we were married in the Mesa Arizona Temple. Josh had made reservations at our favorite Japanese restaurant close to our house where they cook the food in front of you. It's a pretty low-key restaurant, so I wanted to dress comfy while still looking a little dressy. As I was looking through my closet, I pulled out this F21 blouse that I am wearing. I love this blouse so much. It's classy, flowy, and I love the gold button accents on the front (the ones you can't see). The problem is, I haven't been able to wear this blouse in the longest time because it's missing two gold buttons in the front. I have been meaning to buy some new ones to sew on, but haven't gotten around to it. So...my simple fix was to throw on a pretty light pink sparkly scarf to cover up the missing buttons and to add a little bit of color. I love this look, but I still need to buy those 2 buttons! 
FYI: Down East Basics is having a HUGE sale right now through January 5th. Take an additional 40% off all clearance items! Use code: HAPPYNEWYEAR    

 

 

Blouse: Forever 21 // Scarf: TJ Maxx // Ring: Boutique // Pants: Ross // Purse: Ross // Boots: Kohls // Jewelry: Charlotte Russe   
 

The Best Boots for Your Body Type

Fall is the season for boots.  As the temperature drops and the air turns crisp, it is the perfect time to both cover and show of your legs with some killer boots.

However, not all boots are created equally.  And not all boots look good on every body type.  In order to get the most out of your boots and to make sure you always look your best, make sure you’re picking the right boots for your body.

Boyish:

If your natural body type lacks curves, then you want boots that are going to add a touch of femininity to your body. The best way to accomplish this is by getting boots with a stiletto heel.  Not only is the stiletto one of the most feminine types of heels available, it also does wonders for girls with thin ankles and calves.

If a stiletto is not for you – or if you want to ultra-feminize your boot – then pick a boot that has some girlish embellishments, such as fur, cutouts, buckles or straps.

Hourglass:

If you have the opposite body type – i.e. an hourglass figure – you want to balance out your curves with a boot that has a sturdier heel.  This means a flat boot, a platform boot, or even something as simple as a cone heel instead of a stiletto.  Another great way to complement your shape is to pick a round toe boot instead of a pointed toe.

Petite:

If you are on the petite side, you want your boots to help elongate your body.  This is done by picking a boot that has either a heel or a platform.  Another great trick is to pick a boot that has a pointed toe, which will help extend the length of your leg.

Tall:

For those tall girls out there, the best boot for you in a flat riding boot.  The shape of the boot, without the heel, will help body remain proportionate.  Tall girls can also pull of the edgier over-the-knee boot whenever they want to add a little sass.

Pear-shaped

For those with a pear-shaped figure, you want a boot that is going to both slim and elongate your body.  For this reason, you want a longer boot.  The best boot length is one that hits right below the knee.  Mid-calf length boots will simply cut the line of your body and make your legs appear thicker.

Apple-shaped

If you have an apple-shaped body, then you want a boot that is going to balance out your top half. The best boot to accomplish this is a boot with a wedged heel.  Since most apple-shaped girls have slim legs, a wedged heel will give substance to your feet and help your body shape visually even out.

Look fabulous this fall and find a boot that will compliment your shape. 

Remember, if the boot fits, wear it!!


*Janine Sobeck is a freelance writer, theatre artist, travel lover, and certified foodie. 
She has enjoyed writing content for Blossom Boutique  since 2012.