Easy, for me I love a baseball hat with hoop earrings! Baseball hats with hoops reminds me of New York hip hop in the 90’s (& really forever), that’s where I get that style inspo from. Your shoes and handbag both play a big roll as well.
For my footwear I went with a heeled lace-up hiker boot, this pair is a sleek version of hiker/combat boots but that is the silhouette they’re modeling. You can also wear a flat combat boot, a classic sneaker such as Air Force One’s or Vans.
For the handbag I went with a fun on trend/in-season quilted clutch. I love a clutch and think they had a touch of street chic to any look. I think a crossbody handbag (think Classic Chanel flap bag) also keeps things street ready. I will never ever recommend a tote bag for a chic look, it kinda looks like you’re going to work or traveling but that is my humble opinion. As I always say, do you, what you love and feel great in.
HOW EVERYTHING FITS
Considering both my jeans and booties are old and no longer available this portion will be shorter than normal.
TURTLENECK: I love this turtleneck sweatshirt. 1. it’s a sweatshirt, 2. it’s super soft and cozy. and at $25 it’s a steal. I sized down because I wanted a slimmer crop look. It is somewhat cropped but it’s wide cut, I wanted it a little more fitting than that hence the choice to size down.
H&M has been soooooo good to my F/W wardrobe this year. Every piece I’ve purchased has sold out within a week of purchasing it, I purchased each piece the day it was released. I was stalking their website what can I say. Some items were restocked with more color options, some are going in and out of stock and others I’m not sure if we’ll see again. If you don’t want to miss out make sure to follow me on Insta: @julia.marie.b I share all of my purchased the day I order them on stories.
Warning: If I say to order something because it will sell out and you want it, ORDER IT! I have 15 years retail merchandising experience both in-store + corporate, I know when a style is hard to find/rare, those are the pieces I tend to purchase and that sell out the quickest.
You guys have loved my H&M picks so much I put together a Try-On Haul and added styled photos of each piece all in one place so you know where to find it. This Black Friday H&M is having a 30% off SALE ( 11/29 ), I will say if you see the Fur Coat or Sweatshirt dress in your size before than do yourself a favor and BUY IT, it’s highly likely it won’t be available later on!! If it’s still available on Friday re-purchase it and return the full price items.
I’ve added everything in this haul and more new pieces I really like and/or think you’d like to a photo linked in my LikeToKnow.it to make it all easy to reference/shop. Click below …
WHO ELSE HAS BOUGHT A NEW TOP BECAUSE YOU “LOVED IT SO MUCH” THEN MONTHS LATER IT STILL HASN’T BEEN WORN?
We’ve all been there! There has been a time in our life we’ve walked in our closet looking for something to wear only to be reminded of the items we purchased but still haven’t worn, tags still attached and all.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet of one offs that we only have one other item to wear with it, if even that.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet full of clothes yet still have NOTHING to wear. WHY are we like this?!
In 2013, after losing 20lbs, purging 90% of my closet and only having a clothing budget of $150 a month I was in desperate need of a high functioning wardrobe. That is when, why and how I created my #1 shopping rule, The Rule of 5.
I knew in order to still buy quality pieces I loved I was going to have to get creative (and disciplined) and that’s exactly what I did. Every single purchase I made for the following year was well thought out and 100% intentional. I had no room for impulse purchases, the function of my wardrobe couldn’t afford it.
I bet you don’t like throwing your money away, do you?
We all deserve to hit our financial goals (and best wardrobes) and a great starting point is to become more intentional with what we spend our money on.
I want you to be great in everything you do so I wrote a 24 page book to fully share The Rule of 5 with you. There’s even worksheets for you to brainstorm your goal wardrobe!
Just enter your email below for your FREE Rule of 5 guide to get started on your best wardrobe yet!
How do you wear oversized joggers without looking frumpy? Easy, pair your joggers with a slim fitting top and sleek shoes. Channeling my inner Kim K., I paired my joggers with a mock turtleneck bodysuit and heeled booties. Later on this day I switched out my shoes for Classic Puma Cali Sneakers, with my pants cropped the joggers still look good.
When wearing an oversized piece, in this case the pants, you want to pair it with a slim fitting item, insert turtleneck bodysuit. If you wearing an oversized sweater I recommend wearing slim denim, pants or leggings. By pairing your oversized pieces with slim fitting pieces you are balancing the look out. You are also preventing yourself from looking frumpy and 30lbs more than you actually are.
When you pick out your footwear I always recommend going with something sleek, it will help to elongate your look creating slimmer lines and in return making you appear slimmer. If you wear heels, a sleek pump is always a good idea especially with oversized pants. You absolutely want to stay away from anything that resembles an UGG boot. That is too bulky however, I’ll totally wear what I just told you not to in the dead of winter on a quick store run. Temps under 40 degrees don’t have dress codes as far as I’m concerned.
One of the most purchased items from my Instagram Queens has been the Gucci dupes both from Amazon and Target so it was only right I bring you guys a Rule of 5 post featuring our Fur Loafers. I love this shoe so much, they’re stylish + on trend, the fur makes them look extra and that same fur keeps your feet warm in the colder months.
It is recommended with fur loafers to go up a half size. I wear an 8.5 so I sized up to a 9 and they fit perfect.
While we are styling these loafers for a Rule of 5 there is hundreds of ways you can wear these slides but this is the Rule of 5 so 5 ways it is. Keep your eyes peeled to my Instagram (both feed and stories) and my website, I’m very confident you’ll get more style ideas this season.
WHO ELSE HAS BOUGHT A NEW TOP BECAUSE YOU “LOVED IT SO MUCH” THEN MONTHS LATER IT STILL HASN’T BEEN WORN?
We’ve all been there! There has been a time in our life we’ve walked in our closet looking for something to wear only to be reminded of the items we purchased but still haven’t worn, tags still attached and all.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet of one offs that we only have one other item to wear with it, if even that.
When we make impulse purchases we end up with a closet full of clothes yet still have NOTHING to wear. WHY are we like this?!
In 2013, after losing 20lbs, purging 90% of my closet and only having a clothing budget of $150 a month I was in desperate need of a high functioning wardrobe. That is when, why and how I created my #1 shopping rule, The Rule of 5.
I knew in order to still buy quality pieces I loved I was going to have to get creative (and disciplined) and that’s exactly what I did. Every single purchase I made for the following year was well thought out and 100% intentional. I had no room for impulse purchases, the function of my wardrobe couldn’t afford it.
I bet you don’t like throwing your money away, do you?
We all deserve to hit our financial goals (and best wardrobes) and a great starting point is to become more intentional with what we spend our money on.
I want you to be great in everything you do so I wrote a 24 page book to fully share The Rule of 5 with you. There’s even worksheets for you to brainstorm your goal wardrobe!
Just enter your email below for your FREE Rule of 5 guide to get started on your best wardrobe yet!
LOOK 1
This is what I wore today, if you watch the video you’ll see the coat I wore with it as well. Very chic if I do say so myself.
Sweater: This is a wool sweater and much needed for this cold Winter we are about to receive. I purchased a size up, it fit perfect at first but with wear it does stretch out so now I kind of wish I would have bought my TTS.
Leggings: These are warmer, cozier and more season appropriate than the leather leggings. I mean velvet just screams holiday time! I ordered my TTS, they were a little snug so I did my stretch trick and now they fit perfect. I recommend sizing up.
LOOK 2
This knit set from Zara was one of my first Fall purchased this year and I still love it so much. I’ve seen the joggers in store recently but not the top.
Top: I purchased TTS, I am 5’4″ and a little midriff does show, if you are any taller and do not want to show stomach this is a no-go for you.
Joggers: I’m wearing my TTS, these are insanely high waisted, I highly recommend them. If you like the joggers but the top isn’t for you I’d still recommend the joggers, just pair them with a different top. Duh!
LOOK 3
I feel like I’ve said this is my favorite outfit for each look this season but it’s true! I was able to achieve my dream wardrobe this Fall/Winter
Turtleneck: This was a gifted item from Yummie, prior I purchased a similar Turtleneck bodysuit from the juniors department at Target and the quality wasn’t good so I was happy to upgrade that piece. This turtleneck is a shaping pieces so it holds you in and smooths you out. After struggling to get it over my shoulder and snapped in the crotch I determined that I love it because it does exactly what it’s suppose to!
Similar Denim: This are my tried and true denim I wear THE MOST, they’re two years old from Madewell. They are the slim boy jeans silhouette, they usually have a pair or two each season in this cut.
LOOK 4
Turtleneck: This was a gifted item from Yummie, prior I purchased a similar Turtleneck bodysuit from the juniors department at Target and the quality wasn’t good so I was happy to upgrade that piece. This turtleneck is a shaping pieces so it holds you in and smooths you out. After struggling to get it over my shoulder and snapped in the crotch I determined that I love it because it does exactly what it’s suppose to!
Joggers: These are an inexpensive pair of 90’s joggers, they do exactly what they’re suppose to. They are an oversized fit, I recommend ordering TTS.
Bomber: This Velvet Bomber Jacket was gifted to me two years ago. I love it still, it’s cozy, comfortable and on trend.
Tote: This style is a classic canvas bag from Madewell, however, the camo print was from Spring 2018 and is no longer available. This tote is affordable and a piece you’ll have for years
LOOK 5
Jacket: This set is from last year so this color is no longer available. I bought a size up for an oversized look on top.
Pants: I’m wearing my TTS, I really wanted these to hit about a half to full inch higher on the ankle but when your legs are 2 feet long this is what you get. I am 5’4″ for reference on the length.
