2.12.2013

{fashion folio} pep squad

{fashion folio} pep squad
Xhilaration Fleece Pullover in Iron Grey + Gorjana Laurel Large Hoop Earrings in Gold + Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids Lipcolor in Electric Orange + Mossimo Racerback Tank Top in Orange + mark Things Look Rosy Ring + alice + olivia Dina Patent Pumps in Peach / Coral + J. Crew Skinny Fleece Pant in Heather Steel

I am not one to encourage or validate the wearing of sweatpants. In fact, like Karl Lagerfeld, I view them as …”a sign of defeat…”. Nevertheless, I have developed an inexplicable obsession with the fashion realm’s version of sweatpants - those in neutral colors that feature a slim-fitting leg and a tapered, banded ankle to keep them from looking oversized, unkempt, and otherwise déclassé.

Keep the sporty theme of the sweatpants going with a sweatshirt in a similar or identical color; making it more luxe and playful by wearing it off-the-shoulder {think Jennifer Beals in Flashdance} over a neon tank, allowing the bright strap to peek out for a shot of color. Skip the expected sneaks, instead slipping on a pair of patent pumps {brights only, please!}; and slick on a bold lipstick to awaken your face {don’t start; you can and should wear electrifying lippy!}. A pair of oversized hoops contours, bringing out hidden cheekbones; while a Carrie Bradshaw topknot gives you an energetic yet always elegant vibe. Femininity arrives in the form of a rose-shaped cocktail ring, and voila! Sweatpants? Oh yeah, they just got an oh-so urbane facelift.


xoxox

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Unknown said...

I have this Maybelline lipgloss and it smells sooo good :)) This would be an perfect lazy weekend combination :))

FASHION TALES said...

It's such a pretty colour palette. Those salmon coloured heels are gorgeous! xx

ellie said...

Love it! Beautiful ring too. Love the color combo with the gray and the tank.

ivy's closet said...

This looks very cool together. Amazing shoes. Such a fun outfit.

lucy and sarah said...

Great timing. Perfect for even staying in on Valentines day. So many pretty things today.

Caitlin and Megan said...

Oh so adorable!

Nina Piccini said...

I, too, love the luxe sweatpant look. I pair mine with a black or striped blazer and flats or heels! :)

Ashley said...

I have a pair of "weekend" pants from Jcrew that I'm obsessed with. Great outfit idea above!

little luxury list said...

I lover the modern Flashdance look!

xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living

Unknown said...

I feel the same way about wearing sweatpants but a slim fitted/embellished pair can be somewhat cute (at home lol!)

Love the way you styled that pair!

Couture Carrie said...

Awesome selections!
Love those pumps!

xoxox,
CC

Amy said...

love those salmon heels!


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Sara said...

I seriously want this outfit. It isn't even my style at all, but I want it.

Unknown said...

ok i did my sweats on the weekends - no ashamed - but i wouldn't wear sweats with heels - that seems so wrong?

Raquel T.G. said...

Love how orange and grey look together! :)
xx

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Josie said...

I never leave the house in them -- it's a rule for me -- but these are adorable!
xo Josie
www.winksmilestyle.com

Sherin said...

This looks like such a perfect laid back outfit. Really love those heels.

Why Girls Are Weird said...

Oh my gosh, so cute!

Tiffany Kadani said...

As someone who's recently become a gym rat, I LOVE THIS POST! Thank you so much for inspiring to dress cute even though I like to be sporty.

Alexa said...

So cute. Love the combo of the peach and gray!

elle said...

Oo this looks cozy - but still so chic! I'm with ya, just say no to sweats! (at least in public) ;)

Oh, My Darling said...

I've been really into fleece pullovers like that lately. A great wintry cozy piece!

Elly @ Caribbean Living said...

I am LOVING these tangerine jolts and gorgeous gold jewellery Erika, gorgeous outfit!

Test said...

not a sweat pants person either... especially those with writing on the back!

Unknown said...

Those pumps are so hot!

xoxo
Nike O.
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Johanna L. said...

That color combo is so fresh! I love it. I would totally wear it anytime :) ♥

www.janetteria.com said...

Peach is great color!

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