Friday Flashback

It's Friday. I like flashbacks.

Here are some of my favorite outfits featured in previous posts :)

Happy Friday!

Double Take

Wellllll hello. Hope you all had a great weekend! It was perfect weather in Baltimore over the weekend, so I was able to catch up on some much needed time outside.

Beautiful weather calls for effortless sundresses. Here are the two dresses I wore on Friday and Saturday:

Notice anything about them? They're actually the same Target sundress, just in different colors! The dress came in 5 or 6 different patterns/color choices. When I tried it on, I loved the fit (and was in my price range) so I ended up grabbing two. (I tend to do that often, actually. If something fits well, I jump on it.)

There's multiple reasons why I love this dress. The vibrant colors. The sweetheart corset top. The exposed zipper back. The double pockets. The soft cotton/linen blend fabric. The length (it goes right to the knee, so it's a flattering cut/fit on most body types).

So--- If you're in the market for a new sundress to add to your collection, I highly recommend picking up one of these from Target. 

Make it your own:

Dress 1, $24.99

Dress 2, $24.99

So tell me, what did you wear to your weekend BBQs?

An Artful Afternoon in Baltimore

Happy Monday! If you celebrated Passover or Easter, I hope you had a great weekend full of family and good food. If you celebrate neither, I hope your weekend was stellar all the same :)

Onto the post...

Yesterday's weather was perfect-- it was absolutely gorgeous outside! The sun was out.. there was a nice breeze.. it was a cool temperature. I was so excited to break out a fun sundress & sandals and spend the afternoon in downtown Baltimore soaking in the sun.

While I was downtown, I came across this bright mural wall and immediately knew it was time for an impromptu GJU photoshoot. This happens to you, right? Maybe just me. Good thing I was with my friend who has a better camera than the one on my iPhone. The photos below are by my friend Will, who happens to be a (very talented) photographer.

Hope you like :)

All photos taken by William Cocks Photography.

Make it your own:

Denim jacket with hood: Target (5+ years old)

Yellow cardigan: J. Crew; Factory version  $29.50

Dress: Nordstrom (Similar) $52

Turquoise necklace: Picked up at a craft fair

Long gold necklace: J. Crew, newer version $50

Cocktail Ring: c/o Mark $18

Watch: NY & Co.; Similar from Mark $40

Eyeshadow: c/o Mark $16

Lipgloss: c/o Mark $11

Sandals: Steve Madden $39.99

Featured Fashionista: Christa of Fresh Squeezed Fashion!

I've featured Christa of Fresh Squeezed Fashion before because I absolutely love her sense of style. (Here's the previous post featuring Christa!) So, to start off the week, I figured we should get a little color-blocking inspiration from her!

I've featured bright colorblocking on the blog before, in particular, pinks, oranges, and reds in this post and in this post. Christa works this spring trend into her wardrobe by adding on a crisp white boyfriend and metallic flats. Absolutely perfect style for a day in the office!

Here's her outfit description:

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This outfit really is all about the blazer. I mean, how can it not be with the amazing back detail? That's why I fell in love with it. Exposed zippers are one of my favorite details. The dress is also really on trend for spring: color blocking AND pleats. It's like two for one! 

-Christa

Make it your own:

Dress: Dana Buchman at Kohl's

Blazer: BCBGMAXAZRIA

Wedges: Stuart Weitzman

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I'm dying over this blazer. I don't have a white blazer in my wardrobe, let alone one with a killer back cut out like Christa's!

Also, that colorblock dress is perfectly on trend for spring. Great staple for the upcoming warm months!

Thanks so much, Christa, for sharing your style on Get Jessed Up!

Want to be featured on GJU?! Send me a photo of your unique look, with a description of where to find the pieces of the ensemble. It can be an outfit inspired by one of my blog posts, or an outfit you put together on your own! Please include the original inspiration photo that you modeled your outfit off of to include in the post. Excited to feature you ladies on GJU!

All for now.

<3

GJU

Pink & Orange: Clashing Color-Blocking Revisited

A few months ago, I did a post on clashing color-blocking which included a segment on pink & red, and on orange & purple. Today, I'm revisiting that post! It's starting to get warmer out in Baltimore and with warm weather comes bright colors (at least in my book!)

I'm really into pink & orange. 

Here are some ways I've seen the colors styled by other bloggers, celebs, and in editorial shoots:

As you can see, the colors are really versatile when paired together -- a lot more than I actually realized before looking into creating this post. You can add in other colors-- white, black, green, beige-- and it all seems to match even though the orange and pink are on the verge of clashing.

Here's how I got Jessed up:

So for my outfit, the color-blocking happens on its own. The pleated skirt boasts both of the focal colors, making putting this look together extremely easy! I decided to go with black on the top and bottom, and added a statement necklace with golds and greens.

Side note: Because I like this outfit, kind of annoyed I didn't get an actual pic taken from someone else. Mirror shot will have to suffice.

What do you think? Would you wear this outfit, or pink & orange together?

Make it your own:

Skirt: Francesca's Collections (On sale for around $24)

Shirt: J. Crew $98 (Pricey, but was a great investment. Have worn so many times already!)

Necklace: Brass Plum, Nordstrom (Similar style, Another option)

Heels: Guess, DSW $44.95

Orange is In!

If you're looking to brighten your wardrobe next season, go orange.

It's the color to watch this upcoming spring 2012! It's all over the runways. It's all over the celebs. It's graces the pages of top fashion magazines. And it's the color of my university (GO SYRACUSE!!), so by default, I'm into it :)

Be brave when it comes to this color. Try out different shades-- lighter peaches, all the way across the spectrum to the burnt hues. Try mixing and matching shades, patterns, and fabrics.

Here's some inspiration!

Blake Lively in Gucci Resort.

Olivia Palermo in bright orange blazer and tangerine pumps.

Molly Simms in oversized blazer with burnt orange frock.

Emmy Rossum mixing bold shades of orange. Great example of bolor blocking!

Emma Stone showing off the softer peach shade against her pale skin tone.

Olivia Munn, showing how peach shines bright on tan skin.

I like to mix and match different patterns and shades when working within one color palette. Here's my take on the color:

(Alas... I was in a fitting room and had to do the mirror shot. So awkward, but it gets the job done.)

Color close up!

What's your take on this burst of color?

Make It Your Own

Tank: Banana Republic, $19.99 (Similar)

Skirt: Talbots, $29.59 

Pumps: Guess (DSW)

Thursday Trend: Clashing Color-Blocking

You guys know there's nothing I love more than some good color-blocking. I especially love meshing colors you wouldn't ordinarily pair together.

Today's Thursday Trend is dedicated to that notion. I wanted to explore two color-blocking pairs that at first glance clash, but after further investigation, are lovely.

First up: Red and pink. First thought: Valentine's day vomited. Upon further investigation: Sweet and daring, simultaneously.

Sarah Jessica Parker, Emma Stone, Victoria Justice

Able to splurge?

Bottega Veneta, $1,385

On a more realistic budget?

Lulu's, $65

Next up: Orange and purple. First thought: Why?? Upon further investigation: Reminds me of South Beach, or somewhere warm. It's jarring, but edgy.. somewhat 70's. Don't know how to explain it, but I'm into it.

Cheryl Cole (DVF), Rose Byrne (Gucci), Jessica Alba (DVF)

Princess Diana knew what was up.

Able to splurge?

Gucci, $1,990

On a more realistic budget?

J. Crew, $59.99

Forever 21, $19.80

What are two seemingly clashing colors you've tried to color block? I'd love to see outfit photos!

<3 GJU

Khloe Kardashian: Brights & Prints

Today's outfit is inspired by one of Khloe Kardashian's casual looks. She wore a chambray button up with bright red pants, and sassed it up with leopard accessories. 

Loving how Khloe rocked bright colors mixed with animal prints, and loving those heels.

Not loving the fact that her bra is showing.. and that she's working a serious camel toe. But I digress...

So, here's my version of the outfit. I wore a blue Polo shirt with red crop pants from Urban Outfitters to match Khloe's. I added a leopard belt and leopard flats (both from J. Crew) to complete the look. I also made sure my bra wasn't showing... didn't think that would be appropriate for an office setting :)

Shoes. 

So what do you think of this outfit? Would you wear this? 

Make it your own:

Shirt: Ralph Lauren Polo Outlet, about $30

Pants: Urban Outfitters $49

Leopard Flats: J. Crew Factory $79.50

Leopard Belt: J. Crew Factory (Similar) $39.50

Tuesday Color Combo: Kiss and Tell

Happy Tuesday!

First of all.. I want to say thank you to my readers who nominated me for TWO Baltimore Sun #Mobbie Awards! I was nominated for Best Lifestyle Blog, as well as Best New Blog! Voting starts on October 31 (I think), so I would LOVE if you guys could show some support Get Jessed Up. It would mean the worldddddd!

Honestly, I'm totally honored and flattered for just being nominated-- winning would be the icing on the cake!

Now back to fashion...


Today I was really inspired by the color combo of red & black. I always think of this duo as dark and mysterious.. but I've been proven wrong. Red and black can be classy, bright, and a great choice for an outfit that transitions from day-to-night! For fall, these are perfect colors to work with, eapecially since the average pair of tights is an opaque black (it will always match this look... always)!

Here are a couple ways to mix-n-match these hues, and incorporate tights for the colder days:

 

 

So, now it's time for my take on the trend. You guys know I love color, but I'm also not afraid of patterns. Thats why for this particular look, I took it a step further and Jessed it Up with a lipstick-patterned dress versus a solid red or black.

Do you like this dress? I think the way it ties on the upper waist makes for a super flattering A-line silhouette-- perfect for women with curvier mid-sections like me!

To the front, to the front... To the side, to the side...

Without the sweater; I love the frilly over-hang
on the top!

Lipstick Kiss pattern up close 

Make it your own:

Dress: Lipstick Kiss A-line Dress, Charlotte Russe $28.99

Sweater: Gap (I got it a few years ago when Gap had the (One) campaign clothing in-store.)
Heels: Tahari from Marshalls; about $25
Earrings: c/o Every Occasion Designs
Bracelet: Urban Outfitters, $3