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Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday’s

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Hello Pretty Ladies,

Today’s post is a mix of Holiday pieces and basic wardrobe pieces from Chico’s.

Building a wardrobe that meets your basic needs and serves you on special occasions and during the holiday season is about choosing the right pieces, knowing what looks good on your body type, and understanding your style. I talk about this often and will share again how to build your wardrobe in a future post. Today, it’s about taking basic pieces and mixing them with holiday pieces that feel like true styles you could wear every day, depending on how you style them.

With my tips and tricks, I hope you’ll see how you can create festive looks with items you may already have in your closet, and mix them with a few new pieces you may want to add from Chico’s New collection. 

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

 

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Holiday Outfit Inspo in Jeans

We all have them and we all wear them… creating a Holiday Outfit with jeans…Chico’s great wardrobe builders make great Holiday pieces, too. I have started a new series, “Holiday in Jeans.” Make sure to stay tuned on Instagram and my Liketoknowit for Daily inspo, as I’ll do a complete wrap-up here on the blog when all the outfits are shared. 

 

Dark wash girlfriend straight leg jeans| Black no-iron button-up shirt |Red tweed ladies’ jacket, perfect for the holidays, the office, and dressed-up occasions, depending on how you style it. Black pointed-toe flats with gold studs| Multi-strand pearl and gold with black beads and charms statement necklace ( such a Chanel vibe)  Gold hoops with small rhinestone details |Gold metallic belt|

Jean Style Tip:

Tip: Dark-wash straight-leg jeans or dark-wash jeans with a slight flare are the best styles to wear for a dressier look. As well as black jeans. I will be styling several jean styles to showcase different outfit options.

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

 

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Burgundy faux leather cropped trench coat|Sweater with mocha colored Jewels, so soft, and has a bell sleeve|Pink girlfriend slim straight-leg jeans, Chicos mocha rectangle drop earrings |Cecelia, New York gold-studded open-toe block heel sandal |

A Color Cobo that Works

Fun Color combo for the Holidays: Burgundy, pink, and cream. Festive, yet not traditional red or green for those ladies who want something a little different. Why it works and still looks festive, it’s on trend, a cropped faux leather trench coat in a rich shade of burgundy, paired with pink, is unexpected yet romantic. I mixed textures, added some bling, and wore a festive lip color. Think of all the ways you can mix and match these pieces in your everyday wardrobe for different looks year-round.

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday'sChevron fringe Skirt, high waisted, knee length(reminder I am tall) Legg nylons|Black no iron button up shirt with 3/4 sleeves|Leather blazer, Similar HERE| Sam Edelman classic black pump|Rhinestone multi-strain necklace| little stud drop earrings.

A Fringe Moment

Black Chevron Fringe Skirt: Holiday outfit inspo that can also work for work outfit inspo. All black is always classic and Chic… make it festive with bling accessories. Make this look work appropriate with the blazer.

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's
Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Wardrobe Basics from Chicos Taking you into the Holiday's

Classic white button-up no-iron shirt|Grey cashmere medium-length sweater with pockets, butter-soft and lightweight | Love these beautiful statement earrings, too. Perfect for the whole Holiday season, on sale too | Beautiful feather clutch with gorgeous agate stone clasp | Grey Girlfriend Slim straight-leg jeans.| Silver cap, little booties by Cecelia, New York.

Thanksgiving outfit inspo 

Shades of Grey and Classic white, a perfect combo year-round. This color combo pairs well with silver and looks great with Red for a festive Holiday-season outfit. These great classic wardrobe pieces are ones you’ll find yourself wearing on repeat and pairing with different accent colors to create different looks

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Tips for Taking Wardrobe Basics into the Holidays

The tricks to taking your wardrobe basics into the Holidays are your accessories.. Make a statement with your accessories. In this case, I used metallic gold with a few pearls to create a dressed-up feel. Metallics always make things festive.

-Choose fabrics that feel dressier, such as Tweeds, satins, silks, cashmere, and velvets, from on-trend seasonal colors

Choose Colors that are festive and feel holiday.

Reds, Greens, Jewel tones, Classic black, and this season, Chocolate brown, Burgundy wine, Soft Pinks, Smoky greys, and of course, Metallics.

Adding a few New pieces 

I love these on-trend pieces that Chico’s created for this Holiday season. Ruffle leather cape, fur & leather fringe skirt, Lace button-up top, Tweed ladies jackets, leather cropped trench, printed denim, and sparkly accessories.

 

6 Fall Outfits with Chico's Casual to Thanksgiving Worthy
6 Fall Outfits with Chico's Casual to Thanksgiving Worthy
6 Fall Outfits with Chico's Casual to Thanksgiving Worthy

6 Fall Outfits with Chico's Casual to Thanksgiving Worthy
6 Fall Outfits with Chico's Casual to Thanksgiving Worthy
6 Fall Outfits with Chico's Casual to Thanksgiving Worthy

6 Chico’s Outfits I Create With a Few of the Same Pieces from above. Full Blog Post HERE.

Tv Segment

I am headed to GTU tomorrow. For another Fashion Fix TV Segment…Featuring: All the Pieces above and a little new Inspo with Chico’s LIVE @ 9:40ish am Mnt. ABC Good Things Utah/ stream live from anywhere link in bio. Watch the segment HERE

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Have a beautiful day, Pretty ladies, and remember your smile is your BEST accessory.

Live life stylishly and look good at any age

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Red blouse with pleated  shoulder & back details 

Pinstriped chambray blue and white strip wide leg light weight pants.
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Cashmere sweater by cotes of London ( I linked similar from quince ) 

Cap toe chambray ballet flats is a go to Spring shoe on trend

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What I am actually wearing this Spring…. Living in What I am actually wearing this Spring…. Living in Utah as a over 50 Wife, Mom, COCO and content Creator💋

Utah Weather in the Spring 🌱
Calls for layers….

Spring weather here can be “Schizophrenic” from a blizzard  To sunny and 60 in a day!

Although we’ve had an unusually strange winter this year, Spring still calls for layers.

Bundling up for the morning, and being able to take pieces off throughout the day, makes a great tip for Utah Springs.

I like classic pieces, in light colors and weights, yet work when layered to keep you warm.

Pieces you can mix and match, great wardrobe builders and add some texture.

- lighter weight & color long Wool coat , looks chic over shoulders, yet not to hot when on (I have a rain coat too) 

-Classic trousers are still trending and a great option to look more polished, shades of cream, tan and camel are great for Spring (works well with pastels too)

- Light weight, thinner ribbed mock neck turtleneck. I love the feel and fit of these. Affordable too.

- Vest are a great Spring layer, and the large Plaid/check in neutral shades keeps in classic and add interest. Yet, light enough for spring for layering and not sweat to death 😂
(I love linen vests too) 

- Adding texture with a fluffy & light fur on one shoulder (well still be seeing fur details for Spring)  Draped on one shoulder does add heat, like wearing around your neck does.

- Classic jewelry in gold & silver mix… and yes, I layered and stacked it on… classic pieces & yet layered gives your look a little edge. 

- Western suede pointed toe booties, elongate the leg, add more texture and keep your feet warmer but not too warm. 

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Roasted  Spring  Vegetables 
—Easy Sheet pan Recipe—

🥕🍅🧅Garden or Farmers Market vegetables preferred…

 -Cup garden cherry tomatoes 🍅 

-Cup small baby potatoes 🥔 

-Cup sliced peppers 🫑 

-Tips of on bushel of thin asparagus 

1 cup baby carrots🥕

On a olive oiled sheet pan
Place vegetables 

1/2 cup diced onion 🧅 

Garlic chili peppers and spice mix ( I like Bella italia) 

Fresh rosemary and chives from the garden 🪏 🪴🫜

Top with:
Salt & pepper (I like sea salt & fresh ground pepper) 

Top with a generous amount of oilve oil

And the red onion, fresh herbs  and seasoning

Place in oven at 400
For about  30 mins , tossing ever so often

The perfect Spring side dish with a toasted chicken or Bbq

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Under $36

-Light weight -Stylish- and easy layers you’ll wear all season long.

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