15-Love

Shirt: Jovovich-Hawk for Target

Skirt: Prince Tennis Skirt, Vintage

Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo

This vintage tennis skirt from the Attic in Columbus, MS is one of my best finds. The fabric is light and breezy, the pleats are permanent, and there is an adorable row of buttons down the length of the skirt. So what if it was originally intended for playing tennis?

Nautically Nice

Sweater: Charlotte Russe

Dress: Old Navy

Shoes: H&M

One Dress, Four Ways

These lovely ladies, Caroline, Claire and Allie, came to visit me in Memphis a few weekends ago and when we stopped by the local Forever 21, we all fell in love with this floral, feminine, short sleeve dress. Now we'll show you how you can style one girly dress into four completely unique outfits.

CAROLINE

The Classic Femme

CLAIRE

The Eclectic Hipster

ANNA

The Cozy Romantic

ALLIE

The Modern Victorian

Prim n' Proper

Shirt: Converse One Star, Target

Skirt: Ben Sherman

Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo

I love this preppy little outfit, but in retrospect I see that it kind of makes me look like a Stepford Wife. Oh well.

Ballerina Poodle Skirts

Sweater: Worthington, JC Penney

Shirt: Forever 21

Skirt: Ivy Jane, Thrifted

Shoes: Clarks

Prints Charming

Shirt: Mossimo, Target

Skirt: Forever 21

Shoes: Clarks

Mixing prints can be quite the challenge. It's a fine line between chic and tacky skate night. But you can make prints work together. It's always best to let one print take precedence over the other. Never wear two insanely busy prints. One should be simple and the other more complicated. The key to making this look work is coordinating the colors in the patterns.

The Scary Skirt

Shirt: H&M

Skirt: Forever 21

Shoes: Dexter, Payless

Here it is, the infamous "scary" skirt in all of its 1950's taffeta glory. Let me just say that I LOVE this skirt. However, it is a statement piece. If you want to wear a skirt such as this you kinda have to pair it with simpler pieces to make sure that you don't come off as costumey. I chose this skirt in a neutral color to make it wearable for everyday and I paired with a simple shirt and some casual cute wedges.

Mad Plaid

Sweater: Old Navy

Dress: BCBGeneration

Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo

Belt: Charlotte Russe

An Education

People often think that I put a TON of time into my appearance, waking up hours before I need to be at class or work to get "dressed up." Well let me tell you here, THAT'S NOT TRUE. I usually spend an hour TOPS getting ready for work or class and that includes breakfast, hygiene, hair, make-up and fashion selection. And I will also tell you this, you can do this too! All it takes are a few go to basics to cut your morning routine in half.

1. Cardigans–The perfect top off to any Plain Jane outfit. These cute, simple cardigans from Old Navy can take you from zero to chic in 60 seconds.

2. Full Skirts–Always cute and always comfortable, these 50's inspired skirts from Forever 21 are all excellent go to pieces.

3. Sundresses–These feminine frocks, from Urban Outfitters and Forever 21, can create an entire outfit in just one piece. Surprisingly, they are also insanely comfortable!

4. Cute, Comfy Shoes–A pair of playful wedges, like these Dexter ones from Payless, some ladylike flats, like these from Salvatore Ferragamo, and a pair of easy, strapy sandals are essential to creating an easy-chic wardrobe.

5. Slacks–These professional, polished pants from Charlotte Russe also play well as a casual staple.

Vacation All I Ever Wanted

I TOOK a much needed break this week. So, I'm treating you to the stylish tastes of my wonderful little sister, Mariel Marcum.

ENJOY!