Look for Less: Printed Jacket

Investment:
Helmut Lang Pheasant-Print Method Jacket sold @ Neiman Marcus

Budget:
Forenza Printed Jacket sold @ The Limited

If you are looking for a cropped printed jacket this spring/summer, I have found two options - an investment piece by Helmut Lang or a more budget-friendly option by The Limited. I like the Pheasant print (or somewhat snake-like, as it looks to me) of the Helmut Lang jacket with the solid black panels; however, I like the mix of reds/greens/blues with the black and white of The Limited jacket. I don't think you can tell in the picture, but The Limited jacket has a satin (more shiny) finish. Also, it is only $36, which is mark down from $128. If you want to try a printed jacket this season, but don't make the investment, I think the Limited jacket is a great option.

Sale: The Limited has 40% off everything (Code: Lucky) + 2x virtual dollars (spend $50, get $50)

Friday Finds: Black & White

1. Popover Matte Jersey Shirtdress sold @ The Limited (40% off - Code: PRES40)
2. Cutout Hammered Squares Necklace sold @ The Limited (40% off - Code: PRES40)
3. Sequin Hinged Bangle sold @ Nordstrom
4. Nordstrom Bead Stretch Bracelets sold @ Nordstrom
5. Elliott Lucca Cordoba Clutch sold @ Nordstrom
6. DV by Dolce Vita Archer Sandal sold @ Nordstrom
7. Animal Trio Stripe Halter Maxi Dress sold @ Ann Taylor (30% off - Code: SHOPCHIC)

Today's finds are black and white - a big color combo trend seen in the store and on the runway. I also picked these because of a sale or free shipping. It's President's Weekend and the stores are rolling out the deals. The Limited has 40% off original ticket prices (Code: PRES40), Ann Taylor has 30% off select full price styles, including the dress featured in this post (Code: SHOPCHIC), and Nordstrom always offers free shipping both ways - a big perk!

Hope you have a great weekend!

Colorblock Remix

1. Lace Colourblock Dress sold @ Oasis
2. Tasha Link Bracelet sold @ Nordstrom
3. Georgie Perforated Faux Leather Moto Jacket sold @ Intermix
4. COACH Legacy Courtenay Leather Hobo sold @ Nordstrom
5. Tinley Road Faceted Cabachon Ring sold @ Piperlime
6. J.Renee Frenzy Pump sold @ Amazon

Do you agree that we tend to gravitate to what we like? I starting pulling together today's look based around this colorblock dress and realized that I assembled a similar look in coral, black, and snake print just last week (but a little more casual)… Guess I must like this color combo… Hope you have a great Wednesday! Tomorrow is "heart" day - any special plans?

Style Find: Heart Sweaters

1. Mossimo Long Sleeve Gold Foil Heart Sweater sold @ Target
2. Agate Heart Sequin Jumper sold @ French Connection
3. Stone Stripe And Heart Print Sweater sold @ Wallis
4. Heart Pattern Sweater sold @ Forever 21
5. Heart Breaker Sweater sold @ J.Crew
6. Heart & Stripes Sweater sold @ Forever 21

Valentine's Day is this Thursday - and in case you are looking for that fun, festive sweater - here are some options... Hope you have a great Monday!

Fair Isle Sweaters

Fair Isle Sweaters are making their come back… which I am very excited about.

Option #1: I love this J. Crew sweater and its bold colors. To tie into the accent of blue in the sweater, pair with these great blue suede boots from Nine West. For a more neutral look, add black wedge suede booties.

Oakleigh Boot sold @ Nine West
Tweeks Wedge Booties sold @ Nine West
Fair Isle Ski Sweater sold @ J. Crew
Liverpool Jeans Company Abby Skinny Stretch Jeans sold @ Nordstrom

Option #2: I like this mix of yellow, green, and cream. For a pop of color, add red suede pumps or for a more neutral (and probably more comfortable) look pair with tan suede booties.

Fair Isle Crew Sweater sold @ Gap
Fortonight Pump sold @ Nine West
Sammy Bootie sold @ Nine West
Hudson Jeans Collin Skinny Jeans sold @ Piperlime

Animals

Bulldog Sweater sold @ ShopBop
Feline Graphic Sweater sold @ Forever 21
Frenchi Swallow Sweater sold @ Nordstrom
French hen sweater sold @ J. Crew

Similar Pairings - Different Colorways

678 Dark Wash Skinny Jeans sold @ The Limited
Lauren Ralph Lauren Bracelet sold @ Macy's
Rackett Clutch Python sold @ Nine West
Slub Cocoon Cardigan sold @ The Limited


Open-Stitch Dolman Sweater sold @ Old Navy
Kenneth Cole New York Bracelet sold @ Macy's
Rackett Clutch Python sold @ Nine West
678 Dark Wash Skinny Jeans sold @ The Limited