Anonymous asked:

I call upon your expertise! I just bought this blazer (I have a major blazer fetish): http://tinyurl.com/yz3zop4 — and I’d love to make it summery with some shorts, but I’m not sure how to go about it. Would it even work? I’d love your advice! Thank you!

Awesome blazer (and so affordable too)!

Blazers with shorts definitely works. If you roll up the sleeves, you’ll be even more on-trend!

• Forever 21 Boyfriend Blazer, $30
• Forever 21 Pocket Tank, $10
• Arden B Shorts, $40
• Full Tilt Sandals, $15
• Forever 21 “Shell Princess” Necklace, $10
• Aldo “Buntjer” Sunglasses, $12
• Max C Quilted Satchel, $38

sassfromsass asked:

hey jaclyn!

like all your other readers, i’m super impressed by your outfits and all that you do! i was wondering if you had some time to help me.

i love love love the kardashian sister, specifically the hilarious khloe, and on the show (not sure if you ever watch it) khloe and the sister often sport off-the-shoulder compfy-looking yet stylish tops. take this pic for example: http://images.dailyfill.com/89572eef49fc4f6a_9968fd071224ff60/o/khloe-kardashian-lunchin-tatter.jpg

anyways, i’ve been looking for a black off-the-shoulder top, but not one made of sweatshirt material. specifically a nicer version that i could wear out to the bars, etc. on the weekends. i’ve looked at all my normal spots (forever 21, target, etc.) for an afforable version and can’t seem to find one. in your infinite wisdom and vast online shopping knowledge, have you seen any?

thanks!
sass

Well, I don’t know about this infinite wisdom stuff, but I did my best!

Let me preface this by saying that I am not a huge fan of off-the-shoulder shirts. I think the Kardashians pull it off because they are the Kardashians, but there’s just something about these shirts that irk me.

However, if you must wear, I’d dress it down with leggings or skinnies and a cute pair of flats.

(My favorite is the shirt above on the right—cute for summer with a pair of leggings and sandals.)

From left:

• Chaser NYC Off-the-Shoulder Tee, $66
• ASOS Shoulder Bow Top Tee, $30
• Warehouse Off the Shoulder Blouse, $69

findthebrightside asked:

Jaclyn, you seem to be the go-to girl for fashion dilemas and suggestions. You’ve been spot on with everything I’ve seen you post. Kudos!

Question - I’ve been on the hunt for a good blazer lately. I haven’t owned a good one in awhile, and I love the look of a blazer with jeans and heels. Any ideas?

Looking for something with quality finishing, and the kicker is I’m curvy. I can never find something that lays well over my chest and actually shows I have a waist. Thoughts?

You are in luck! Blazers with jeans and heels ARE all over the place right now, and the best part is that open-front blazers are especially popular. That would eliminate the chest-fit issue, and if you wear a more fitted shirt or tunic underneath, it would help define your waist too.

I’d recommend you check out Urban Outfitters’ selection of blazers. They are affordable (under $100) and on-trend and are made well, besides.

• Silence & Noise Open Front Blazer, $78
• Silence & Noise Open Ruched Boyfriend Blazer, $78
• BDG Double Breasted Blazer, $58
• Urban Renewal Vintage Menswear Blazer, $58

Anonymous asked:

I would love to find any attractive leather jackets below $100. Is this possible?? Muchas Gracias.

Here is a mix of faux leather jackets for under $100! A few different colors and styles, but please don’t wear them like most retailers style them on models with jeans and a short tee. Pair with jeans, but wear a longer shirt/tunic underneath for a more stylish and modern look.

• Miss Sixty French Gray Jacket, $78
• Kenneth Cole Reaction Jacket, $78
• TopShop “Pu Biker” Jacket, $95
• Miss Sixty Distressed Ruffle Jacket, $68

tamarahmleal asked:

i was wondering what you would suggest to put together for a John Mayer concert? :)

This outfit is comfortable (for standing for long periods), cute and a little sexy (holy v-neck action). Flats are great for hours on your feet and a crossbody bag means you have lip gloss on hand, but you don’t have to worry about where you’ll put your purse.

Have fun at the concert!

• Patterson J. Kincaid Pocket Tee, $44
• Delias Military Blazer, $50
• American Eagle Slouchy Skinny Jean, $45
• Kimchi & Blue Striped Skimmer Flats, $28
• Roxy Crossbody Bag, $34
• Forever 21 Beaded Necklace, $8

I received an anonymous question on the Ask feature about how to wear pull-over sweaters over dresses.

I think this a great question because I use this tactic all the time to get more mileage out of my dresses—and sweaters.

Here are some general tips to follow:

• This works better if the dress is sleeveless/strapless and has no large buttons, ruffles, built-in belts/ties, etc.
• Stick with slim-cut sweaters or long-sleeved shirts. Bulkier tops will look strange with this.
• A solid color sweater and a print dress or solid color sweater and solid color dress are the easiest ways to make this look work.

If you want to get the pieces in the look above, here you go:

• Old Navy “Perfect Sweater”, $15
• Arden B Floral Dress, $68
• Go Jane Leatherette Pump, $21
• Forever 21 Skinny Belt, $3
• Kenneth Jay Lane Link Necklace, $30 (from $90)

irenethegiant asked:

hi! i would first like to say that i love the blog and you wonderful fashion sense.
my question is about the perfect easter dress…i am a very curvy woman i usually wear a 12 or 14 in dresses and i like the a line dress with a empire waist or something with a flare out at the hip. so i was hoping you could help me find one. i wanted something in a floral print that isnt way expesive and i oould wear again. i hope you can help because i have been hunting and hunting and cant find something that is right.

Ooh, I love Easter! Floral prints, fancy hats and headbands and gorgeous pastel colors.

Here’s a dress I found that’s affordable and I added some equally affordable (and pretty) accessories! I hope this helps!

• Target Merona “Kennedy” Dress, $40
• ASOS Flower Stud Earrings, $9
• TopShop Flower Headband, $16
• Charlotte Russe Platforms, $33
• Aldo “Moistner” Tote, $42
• Lori’s Shoes Cuff, $22

teresawu asked:

I’m heading to Cabo for spring break in two weeks and looking for a couple of cute, comfortable dresses that would be perfect for beaching and brunching. Got any recommendations? Thanks!

That sounds like such an amazing vacation!

Here are a few dresses and a romper that would be great for hanging out, eating and relaxing!

• Delias “Verena” Knit Dress, $40
• Forever 21 Siesta Tunic, $20
• Xhilaration Drop Waist Dress, $20
• Xhilaration Romper, $20
• Xhilaration Reversible Floral Dress, $20
• Target Reversible Strapless Dress, $20

My suggestion? Get both reversible dresses and you’ll have to pack half as much. :)