Stylin' with Stella

Fashion is more than what you wear. It is about putting items together cohesively to tell a story. I know that may sound corny but it is true. Every morning I get dressed I think of the story I want to tell. Some days I want to be a fierce fashionista taking on the world and if I am being honest sometimes the story is just to make it through the day. Regina Brett said it best when she said...

If you have been reading my blog for the last few month you know that I am a stylist for Stella and Dot. I love it. Not only do I get to indulge in my love for fashion and get discounts on FABULOUS jewelry but my favorite part of the job is the styling aspect. I always dreamed I would end up in the fashion world. I had big dreams of opening up my own boutique in Virginia Highlands and styling for the masses. That's why Stella & Dot was so appealing to me. I loved the idea of being able to follow my dream without the high end costs of my own boutique. With that being said, this leads me to today's post...Stylin' with Stella.

One thing you should know about me: I love blazers and statement necklaces more than anything in the world. I created this look using the Stella and Dot Kahlo Bib Necklace as my focal point. I love this necklace and it is also one of my best sellers. I wanted to start with this piece because I wanted to show how you can take a statement piece and dress it down. Sometimes I think that women feel they can't rock a statement necklace with a simple outfit but you totally can. By pairing it with a neutral tank and black blazer you are letting the piece shine on its own. I can't say enough about this necklace. It is definitely a favorite of mine!

I felt I needed to include this look. This is what I look like a lot of times on Saturday mornings running errands or leaving the gym. However, i felt it was an important look to include in this post. Here's why. You can't always look amazing. Sometimes you are in a hurry. Sometimes you are running errands. And sometimes you just don't feel like putting the effort in. I get it. I have been there but the great thing about this Stella and Dot Palm Springs Scarf is that you throw it on and go. It does the styling for you. It takes your sporty look to stylishly sporty. Plus these scarves are amazing to travel with. They are big enough to wrap around you but light enough where ou wont sweat to death. Definitely a plus!

LBD's are a staple in almost every woman's closet. Everyone has that little black dress you can throw on for work, dinner, or a formal party. Well this limited edition Virginia Bib Necklace is sure to take your LBD soaring to new heights.  This necklace is not only awesome but is staple along celebrities with Demi Lovato rocking it recently! Talk about queen of all the statement necklaces! I love the copper and black contrast in the necklace with the sequins added for extra shimmer. Because the necklace is so dramatic i would wear very simple studs like these Soiree Studs . Keep the outfit simple and let the necklace speak for itself...trust me when I tell you, you will be the focal point at any event with this on!

This outfit is my go to on weekends. Boyfriend jeans, a loose fitted tank and leopard print flats scream lunching and shopping in the city to me. To dress up this outfit I included one of my favorite cuff bracelets, the Stella & Dot Chantilly Lace Cuff and Signature Hoops in gold. Both pieces are the perfect accent to the weekend getup. I like to switch things up ever now and again. I love necklaces I wear them all the time but sometimes it's nice to leave them at home and instead throw an arm party with a statement cuff or a bunch of bangles. My favorite piece in this look though is the Madison Tech Bag. I cannot say enough about this bag. I just ordered it and i swear I sit by the mailbox everyday waiting for this to arrive. Not only does this bag go with EVERYTHING but it opens up into an even bigger bag by opening up the sides. So really its like two bags in one!

What do ya'll think? Will you be Stylin' with Stella soon? Can't wait to hear about what outfit you like best! Until tomorrow...

Love Always,
Katie