OOTD

#OOTD – Oversized Sweater

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No fall wardrobe is complete without an oversized sweater & blanket scarf.  Whether you chose to wear them together or separately, these essentials will keep you cozy & trendy all season long.

I normally opt for skinny jeans when wearing an oversized sweater, but there are so many more ways you can pull it off.  For instance, try pairing your sweater with distressed boyfriend jeans or if you’re not in a denim-mood then layer the sweater on top of faux leather leggings.  Another great way to dress your sweater is by pairing it with a flouncy skirt (very on trend for fall).

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I’m always a sucker for cuffed skinny jeans & ankle boots…

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#OOTD – Smart Casual (cont)

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Although smart-casual “dress code” is quite popular it’s also vague leaving it open for interpretation.  For most people seeing the word casual brings sweatpants, jeans & t-shirts to mind.  Minus the sweatpants, that’s not completely off.  I view smart casual as polished informal wear i.e. jazzed up denim & tees.  Others will beg to differ and say although the word casual is involved that you should avoid jeans and opt for trousers or a skirt.  Like I said, it’s open to interpretation…

Take for instance the outfit I wore yesterday:

Black & White Patterned Tank with Lace Detailing

Black Blazer

Dark Denim (cuffed above the ankles)

Black Primadonna Collection Heels

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I find myself dressing this way more often than not.  Although I may not wear heels everyday I try to find ways to look “dressed” while also staying comfortable.  My base outfit usually consists of a basic tee & my favorite skinny jeans.  I then add a statement necklace, a blazer or moto jacket and a pair of pointed toe flats creating the perfect smart casual look.  Feel free to share your thoughts or feedback on how you dress smart casual…

As always – comfortable & effortless housewife style xoxx

#OOTD – Smart Casual

Posted on by thewexfordhousewife

This afternoon I was invited to join my niece & her Little Flowers group for an afternoon tea.  Instead of wearing a dress I opted for a smart casual outfit – blouse, black pixie’s & open-toed strapped heels. Smart casual is open to interpretation but I view it as polished, informal attire; something that can be worn to dinner, work, church or in this case an afternoon tea.

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With little time to get my hair done these days my roots have started to grow & darken.  What else can I do but embrace it!  My new trick for hiding my lovely original dark hairs…pulling the sides into a high bun & curling the rest.

As always – comfortable & effortless housewife style xoxx