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Trend Alert: Coated Denim Jeans
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Trend Alert: Coated Denim Jeans
What Are Coated Jeans?
It is your basic denim jeans that are coated with pigment to give them a wax-like finish. As you can see on the jeans I was wearing here, it looks like a faux leather material. But I must say it is more breathable and is perfect for Fall weather. The wax-like finish gives it shine and looks so elegant and expensive. It will definitely level up your denim jeans game. This outfit I put together here looks more like a Business casual pairing it with this super soft turtleneck sweater and the classic animal print shoes, you can never go wrong with it.
If you want a more casual look for like date nights a romantic blouse will do the work and ankle boots, but for running errands, you can pair it with sneakers and a regular sweater on top or a hoodie if you want. See more tips for how to style coated jeans below!
How To Style Coated Jeans
Add some texture.
Coated pants have a slightly shiny texture that looks amazing when paired other textures. Especially leather, wool, cashmere, and overall anything furry or cozy. This is one of the main reasons why coated pants are so great for the Fall and Winter seasons. When it comes to creating coated jeans outfit ideas, you can never go wrong with more texture.
Go for an oversized sweater.
For a casual, yet still chic and thoughtful look, wear coated jeans with an oversized sweater. Whether your coated jeans are high rise skinny, straight or flare, you can feel confident in this balanced and comfy look. Again, it’s all in the textures. Add a statement necklace and boots to dress this look up or some sneakers to keep it casual.
Tuck in a blouse or collard shirt.
This is an especially good styling tip for high-waisted coated jeans. Grab a nice blouse, turtleneck, bodysuit, or collard shirt and tuck into your pants. Then, add a matching belt and handbag and you’re ready to take on the day. Black coated jeans, especially black coated skinny jeans, look amazing with a sheer white button-down and a black leather jacket.
Tuck in a graphic tee.
If you enjoy a look with more edge from time to time, consider tucking in a graphic tee. Pair with a cute shajacket, a handbag for a pop of color, and your favorite tennis shoes or sneakers for a casual outfit. Perfect for everything from running errands to brunch with the girls.
Dress them up.
With this type of denim you can dress up and dress down, you can also pair it with a blazer, fitted long-sleeve shirts, or a pretty blouse and can be worn with different types of shoes. You can also get these jeans in so many different colors and here are some of my favorites. They are at different price points 2 are under $50 and the other 2 are under $100.
I am loving the red-brown color as you can see that is the color I chose but pretty much all of them look very chic. I believe that this trend is here to stay and is going to be a classic staple for Fall. Be sure to have one in your closet adding another good item to your Fall wardrobe. If you are looking for another Fall trend to follow check this post here.
Or dress them down.
Rather than grabbing a blouse or blazer, go for a dressed down look. Think oversized sweaters, denim shirts, cozy sweater dresses, longer flannel dresses, and more. I am loving the brown coated jeans for Fall, but black skinny coated jeans are at the top of my list as well. Luckily, you can wear black coated jeans with almost everything you can wear brown coated jeans with.
You can never have too many pairs of coated jeans.
Not only are coated jeans comfy and softer than other jeans I’ve tried before, they are also very on trend right now. The best part is, you don’t have to break the bank to pick up a pair (or two!). Shop the outfit above!
Our Stay at Tommie Hollywood (Review)
Sharing a review of our stay at Tommie Hollywood to see if this is the right fit for your trip to Los Angles, California. So I booked this hotel because it was within the budget and liked the photo on the internet and specially the location were everything is walking distance to the tourist spots. Checking in was easy easy!
Our Stay at Tommie Hollywood (Review)
THE ROOM:
The room did not disappoint, I was thinking it will be small, but it was a perfect size for a couple. They do not have a closet for clothes but their bed has those drawers to put your clothes and a hook for a few clothes to hang. The bathroom is a decent size and we also love the aesthetic, they have toiletries included the basics. The bed is comfy and we love the view of our room, we were located at the back of the hotel though.
LOCATION:
The hotel is 45 minutes away from LAX, not bad at all and they have a Valet parking on site for our rental car. The location is really great and truly a walking distance to a lot of tourist spots (Hollywood walk of fame) and restaurants. You can actually se the Hollywood sign from the Hotels rooftop bar.
AMENITIES:
The rooftop pool is open but it was Fall and it gets cold in the morning and night so not sure if anybody was able to use it for swimming during the warm afternoon but it was gorgeous.
They have this rooftop bar were as some online reviews saying that it was loud at night that they cannot sleep due to the roof top party. Maybe their room is right below the bar because we did not hear any of the party music in our room. They were having parties back to back when we were there (Halloween Parties!) because it was the Halloween weekend.
They have their own restaurant and it looks really good. We just did not want to eat there as we want to explore what is around the area. They serve Mexican food in their restaurant here.
I love the lobby, it looks so chic and comfy with the fireplace, lovely interior design! They do have a snack bar at the lobby, we just did not get to use it, supposed to be free snack and coffee in the morning as they did not have enough staff during our stay as noted by the receptionist. They do have a mini convenience store on the side for quick bites and an ATM machine inside.
Another quick note, if you do have a rental car, it is so expensive to do the valet parking aside from the Valet parking feee there is an extra something fee I noticed during my check out when you use that service. Overall experience was good and will highly recommend, the staff were also very friendly and helpful! Check out our 4 Day Southern California Itinerary.
Simply,
Christianne
How To Style Zara Wide Legged Jeans
How To Style Zara Wide Legged Jeans is the question I am going to answer for y’all! How comfortable and versatile they are and among the clothing staples that everyone should have in their closets, this should be one of them. Zara offers wide-legged jeans in different styles as you can see on the photo above. So what makes Zara wide legged jeans unique, and how sharing on different ways to style your favorite Zara wide legged jeans is here to help you with your outfit.
How To Style Zara Wide Legged Jeans
Are Wide Legged Jeans Still In Style?
But of course, this is actually coming back in style and I am so glad with all the comfy styles we can create to make them stand outing to make it look trendy. This is the popular wide legged jeans are right now, they are almost everywhere, and celebrities are seen wearing wide legged jeans, so I am sharing an on-trend and up-to-date outfits with Zara wide legged jeans.
BUSINESS CASUAL
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This is a Business casual outfit idea for you adding the loafers to make it look so professional and comfy as well. The tote bag is also perfect for all your work essentials and the top is a timeless staple.
DATE NIGHT
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This date night outfit I curated is what I imagine myself wearing going out for movie and then dinner afterwards or vice versa. Love the pop of pink making it more feminine same with the pink pumps for romantic vibe all together.
There are so many jeans trends like the skinny jeans which lately people prefer more of the loose fit also the high waist trend too! I truly love Zara jeans and you can see my moms jeans post here.
Simply,
Christianne
3 Ways to Style Faux Leather Skirt
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Do you have a faux leather skirt in your closet or wardrobe that you have been dying to wear? Don’t wait any longer. Break out your leather skirt and get ready to learn three different ways you can style it.
The good news is although a leather skirt is a eye-catching piece, it is very easy to style. Maybe even easier than you first imagined.
Today, I am sharing 3 Ways to Style a Faux Leather Skirt and where you can wear it, either for a Fall Casual, Date night or Work Wear.
I will also share my tips on how to style a leather skirt to perfection every single time.
3 Ways to Style Faux Leather Skirt
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FAUX LEATHER SKIRT/ BOOTS/ SWEATSHIRT SIMILAR HERE
Sweatshirt Outfit
This is my first style trying out a Faux leather skirt. The skirt is only $17 dollars, and the material is thin, to be honest, but I do love it because it still gives good coverage. I mean you can’t beat the price of it!
So this is the first style I created for a Fall Casual look. I just added this old sweatshirt I bought from Stradivarius when we were in Italy last time and just added those booties. You can also wear this for Work and also as a Thanksgiving outfit since we are just a week away.
If you are planning on wearing this outfit to work or for a business casual event, I recommend choosing a solid color sweater with a beautiful sweetheart neckline.
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BLOUSE/ HANDBAG AFFORDABLE VERSION HERE/ SUEDE PUMPS SIMILAR HERE
Skirt And Blouse Outfit
This second look is more of a date night style for me. Loving the blouse and its sleeves and it just looks perfect for a lovely evening wine and dine with your loved one. Puff sleeves are great for adding a pop of texture to an otherwise subtle outfit. They also work with the tightness of the skirt to create a much more balanced look.
Just added a chic suede pumps to add more class to it. Along with my versatile gold jewellery and neutral handbag. I love this look because because it is very dynamic. Just change the blouse and it’s a completely different look.
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Striped Blazer Outfit
This last look is for all the ladies who want to rock the office style. Thinking out of the box of your regular work wear try adding this Faux leather skirt and just add a blazer to it to make it look very professional and you are all set! Of course, you can not forget the pumps and jewellery either. Boss babe material for the win.
When you are styling this look, don’t be afraid to play with the print of your pumps. Here I styled this outfit with giraffe print heels and I love it. Also consider leopard and plaid to further spice up your look.
How to style a faux leather skirt:
Find the right faux leather skirt for you.
There are many different brands, styles, lengths, and qualities of faux leather skirts out there. Luckily, you do not need the most expensive to create a great look.
Before you purchase a new faux leather skirt, consider what you like in a good skirt. Things to consider include length, thickness, type of leather, whether or not it has a zipper or if it’s pull-on, and the shine.
Pick the right color.
Black, white, and tan faux leather skirts are very easy to style because they are neutral. I love my black leather skirt. You can create a full neutral look or you can create a neutral base with your skirt and add pop of color. You can add a pop of color with your blouse, pumps, jewellery or handbags.
Or, you can also choose a colored faux leather skirt. If you do, it will breathe life into your wardrobe and could quickly become a favorite staple item. Just make sure you have plenty of other clothes to match.
Tuck in your shirt.
Because faux leather skirts are similar to pencil skirts and usually tighter and slimming, you will want to tuck in your shirt to ensure your outfit remains balanced. Otherwise, you may look too baggy on top.
Wear leggings / tights if needed.
If you want to rock your faux leather skirt on a colder day, just wear tights or leggings. It will not throw off the look of your skirt and it will keep you much warmer. Add some cold weather accessories and a nice topcoat and your look is complete.
Mix up the textures.
To avoid wearing several different shades of leather (like with leather knee high boots) and to keep your look balanced and eye-catching remember to mix up your textures. Since you already have a leather skirt, opt for other textures to complete the look. Some examples include suede pumps, a tweed blazer, or a cashmere sweater.
No matter your body style, you can wear a leather skirt. Just remember to keep your outfit balanced by following my tips.
Simply,
Christianne
How To Let Go Of Old Clothes
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How To Let Go Of Old Clothes
It’s a new season meaning it is Spring cleaning time! But how to let go of old clothes? There are several reasons why we need to let go of them. Here are some of the why?
Decluttering
In just a year’s time, we can accumulate a lot of things in our closet, especially if you live in a 4 season area where you have to change the type of clothing 4 times a year. This is the time to declutter and make space for new ones. You deserve to have space in your closet to store your high-end items and keep them in good condition, and stay organized throughout the year.
If they don’t fit anymore
Easy for me to say, I am also into the notion that if they don’t fit anymore I will have to keep them because I know I will get back to my old size. But how do you get to enjoy the now if you keep on holding on the old ones that don’t fit? If you hold onto clothes that don’t fit, they are just taking up useful space. If you lose weight or gain weight, it’s ok. Just adapt your wardrobe by first getting rid of the pieces of clothing that no longer fit. Then, invest in new high-quality longer wear pieces.
They don’t suit your current style
Going through my closet, I realized that my style is evolving, the outfits I used to wear then don’t suit me anymore and I have to let them go. If it is not sentimental clothing, I am learning to let go and allow my style to take a new course.
There are also a lot of reasons why people find it hard to let go of things. But let me tell you about the benefits of letting go of old clothes and how it can make you feel like a new person, how you’ll end up with a cleaner and tidier closet.
How To Get Rid of Old Clothes
Here are the tips to get started:
1. Take everything out and identify wardrobe staples.
Let go of the items you no longer need. If there is something you immediately know that you only wore once and never want to wear it again, or that you never ever wear anymore, go ahead and let it go.
But, make sure to not let go of those staples like a white button-up shirt, white T-shirt, tank top, denim jacket, trench coat, denim jeans, ballet flats, blazer, classic pumps, and classic handbags. Basically all the classics that you can wear over time. In the next posts, I can discuss more about making a capsule wardrobe.
2. Stop making piles of clothes, you will probably realize that some of your items still even have a tag on them.
Leaving piles of them in your closet will surely keep a messy mind. It always gets me that way. That is also one reason I always try to reorganize my closet so I can see which one I need to donate, sell and give away to some of my family and friends that I know might like them. Organize the clothes in your closet. Trust me, it will feel great.
3. If they don’t fit anymore, that is also about time to let go of them!
This honestly not the case for me as I maintain my weight pretty well. This goes for my kids’ clothes though as they grow up so fast. For them specially for my toddler. Most of the time they only wear clothes a few times and they outgrow it. I usually put them aside and give it to some friends or co-workers who just had a baby. This prevents clothes cluttering up my children’s closets as well.
4. Visualizing the end result
Just by thinking how your closet will look and being more organized, believe me, it will start to also clear your mind and decrease stress in your environment. Also think about what you’d like the end result of your wardrobe to be. What style are you going for? What is your vibe? This will help you better organize every single piece of your wardrobe.
5. Feeling good about donating?
There is no need to feel guilty about cleaning out your closet and getting organized. You are helping the environment, and helping other people in need too. P
lus when going through all your clothes, you will realize all the clothes you actually have. Maybe even ones you forgot about. And now that you know what you actually in your wardrobe, you can stop wasting money on items you already have. Just remember only keep the basics and the items you wear.
6. You can make extra money by selling some of the gently used items on apps like eBay or Poshmark.
Don’t let anyone tell you that selling clothes online doesn’t work. I have done this many times, you can also follow my poshmark to see what I sell there. That will also give you extra bucks to buy new items. YAY!
I hope I was able to give you all the good reasons as to how to clean your closet and let go of old clothes.
Simply,
Christianne
Affordable Sweater Dresses
Affordable Sweater Dresses have always been my thing to look for every time we are about to change to that season. I have always been in love with dresses which is a one-and-done. I fully embrace the transition of weather from warm to cool because that means it’s also time to switch up the wardrobe! And I love to be cute, comfy, cozy and chic so that is why I am rounding up my favorite affordable sweater dresses perfect for fall and winter!
Affordable Sweater Dresses
Classic Cable Knit Sweater Dress
This classic cable knit sweater dress is one that is a closet staple if you are investing to get one. Such a great price for a quality fit, style and material. I love the color, you can easily pair it with anything. I just put together this look with the knee high boots. This look will be good for brunch, wine tasting or just hanging out with friends.
Houndstooth Sweater Dress
This houndstooth Sweater dress is another classic style, if you love this pattern. This always makes an outfit look expensive already, try thinking about Chanel and all the designer styles and this piece will never go out of style! This dress is only $35 and is so comfy and soft. I just paired it with my white ankle boots and would wear it with my black YSL crossbody bag,
V-neck Body Con, Ruffle Sleeve Sweater Dress
This V-neck body con, ruffle sleeve sweater dress is another must have! It is under $25 and this color is a must have for Fall and Winter. love that it has the ruffles to make it romantic as it is. I just paired it with ankle boots and a bucket bag, this will be great for date night, brunch with friends and wineries!
Brown Sweater Dress
This brown sweater dress is another unique find, the back detail is an embroidered low v-neck cut. I just paired it will another knee high boots and a tote bag. This dress is short so I suggest you wear stockings, tights or over the knee boots if you are not for the length. But this will be great for hanging out With friends! This dress is true to size!
Tie Waist Sweater Dress
ow this tie waist sweater dress is another statement on its own. The tying on the waist is so flattering and also helps you cover what you want to hide in the midsection. This is another short dress I would recommended that you size up on this. Love the color of this but also has tons of color options. This will be great for date nights, game day and you can just throw on a trench coat of your favorite blazer.
White Body Con Ruffle Sleeve Dress
This white body con ruffle sleeve dress is another elegant piece from this group. The dress is under $40 but the material and the details looks and feels expensive! The classic white tone is already an upgrade on its own. The length is just right and can be paired again with an over the knee or knee high boots and ankle boots. Can add a trench coat or a wool blend coat if you’d like and will be great for brunch, date night. This dress is true to size.
Sweater Dress Outfits that Aren’t Basic has always been one of the criteria that I look for. I found this pretty Turtleneck sweater dress and it will look good for Fall festivities.
Here are more outfit ideas for you to choose from.
Sweater Dress Outfit Ideas
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I hope I was able to give a lot of option for you to choose from.
Simply,
Christianne
My Home Office Refresh
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My Home Office Refresh
I have been spending a lot of time creating content in my office. So I gave my home office a refresh by updating my desk and chair. I have been literally sitting down and writing a bunch of content ideas for the blog. Having my previous desk was not motivating me as it is like an old computer table. Check my previous desk on this post. Since we have been updated our living room and dining room. I decided it is also about time to switch up my desk and chair and make it look more of like a Simplychristianne type of furniture.
The desk and the chair was easy to assemble, it took my husband about an hour to finish the desk and about less than an hour for the chair doing it with the kids. lol! I got both the desk and chair from Amazon and they came pretty fast since they were prime. And also they are tax-deductible since you are using them for your business.
I decided to get the white desk with gold metals since it works well with the whole look of my office with white shelves.
I also have a pink bench next to my Bag shelf so I made my desk chair pink as well. Now the whole office is coordinated I might just ave to change the artificial plant here into an olive tree. I have been eyeing on them so much on Amazon.
Now looking at my office gives me all the creative juice to create a lot of good content as I now love what is around me. It gives me a good vibe and it just flows if you notice all my reels on my instagram lately. I have been doing them here in the office because it is too cold outside.
I hope I was able to inspire you! Thank you for reading.
Simply,
Christianne
Last Minute DIY Couple Halloween Costume
If you are looking for a last minute DIY Couple Halloween Costume, our Vampire looks we made mostly out of our own items in our closet. These are the only items that we really added to the look to make it look legit.
I was not planning to make it to extravagant having a family of 5 to make costumes with is already breaking the bank for just one day event. So mom and dad here tried to save some buck by creating something we already own, I know I have a black dress and he got the black pants and white button down shirt so we are all set. The add ons that we bought were the cape, medallion plus the fangs to complete the look which was also cheap. But if you are in a rush for this weekends event, I added this vampire costume and these realistic fangs with one day delivery.
This look is very easy to create as you can see and the make up is very simple. I am not a make up artist I just watched some vampire make up tutorial on YouTube to give me an idea on how to make our looks more realistic.
for the ladies check out my Breakfast at Tiffany’s look here by Audrey Hepburn.
Simply,
Christianne
Must Have Women’s Coat under $100
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Another Fall Must Have Women’s Coat under $100 are here. Giving you an expensive look on a budget price that lasts. I must say most of us dress casually in the Fall but we also want to have that chic moment. To upgrade your simple casual wear, just throw on a coat like this and bam! You will look so polish and expensive in every angle. The best part is, it is not expensive! I chose coats that have good rating and will be a style staple in your closet. These coats are investments and can be worn all throughout the years and their color is neutral so you can pair it literally with anything. This H&M coat is a gem, it is under $60, true to size and the material is warm, fashionable and yet functional at the same time.
I also want to point out the boots I am wearing here. It is only under $40 and the lining is warm, good price for an on trend item. Loving the croc print on it. It gives closes the deal on the polished look. Check out the reels I made for this look on my instagram. It will give you the “Boss” moment in your life! Just another look that can boost your confidence.
So now let me share all the women’s coats I found for you here from the brands that I trust!
I also challenge you to wear a coat and tag me on my instagram if you found that style here while reading this blog. I would love to share all of the beautiful outfits that I was able to inspire you with. Let us all uplift each other. And like I always ask, if you have any topic or styles you want me to cover here. Just leave me a message and I would be happy to cover it here.
Simply,
Christianne
Fall Trend Womens Poncho
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Another one that I love is the Fall Trend Women’s poncho. It is a chic and classic layering style for all your simple casual looks. I opted for a neutral color here to add sophistication. It is easily paired with anything you can think of. This is a very easy look to re create and can be worn for smart casual look, brunch with friends, strolling around the mall and other simple things you might wanna dress up casually.
I can also imagine wearing this if you are dining outdoors and you are near a fireplace sipping some wine with your family or friends. Even as a simple date night outfit I will consider wearing this. Also if you are trying to visit a winery this Fall this will be perfect as well. The poncho I am wearing here is currently out fo stock but I have added different versions here below:
The one I am wearing here is like a shawl type but some of the versions I added on top have like an oversized sweater style look. It can be paired with leggings, jeans, slacks and a whole variety of pants you can think off. It just depends on your personal style really
As for the shoes, you can wear it like mine with ankle boots, knee high boots, if you are more on the rugged look can pair it with combat boots as well. So many styling options and looks that you can recreate with just one poncho. I must say this is another Fall style staple you should have in your closet.
I hope I was able to give some style ideas and inspiration for you guys and don’t forget to pin or share this post. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
Simply,
Simplychristianne