The Stylish Local

There are certain pieces that I think everyone should own and I’ve decided to dedicate a blog post to each of my personal wardrobe essentials. If you know me then you know that number one on the list is a blazer, I don’t care if you like them oversized, boxy, tailored, printed, or solid in color just get one if you don’t have one already. A blazer can elevate your look instantly if you need to take a outfit to the next level or it can dress down a more formal outfit, a t-shirt and jeans combo with a blazer thrown on top has become my fashion uniform. When I don’t know what to wear that uniform always saves the day, its foolproof and guarantees that you look like you have your shit together. On this day I wore my blazer with shorts and heels (another easy combo) because its the perfect outfit for the transitional weather that we’re having here in New York.

When buying a blazer the fit should be on point, if you want it tailored pay attention to the fit in the shoulders and make sure the arms are the correct length for your height. However if you’re like me and always wear your sleeves rolled up you can get away with the arms being a little too long or too short.  If you’re going for an oversized look be mindful of the sizing you want a cool relaxed look not I’ve been playing dress up in my parents closet.

If you need more styling ideas check out my Instagram page @thestylishlocal for more inspiration there will always be a blazer look.

XOXO ~ Ash

To clash or not to clash? That is the question. I’ll be honest and say I wasn’t always brave enough to mix prints the way I’ve seen in magazines and on street style stars but the more I saw it being done the more I fell in love with the look of mixing multiple patterns in a outfit. I’m still new to the print mixing life but I do have a couple of tips for beginners who want to try the look.

1) Stick with the same colors and tones. Keeping your prints in the same color family helps to create a cohesive look. Start out with neutrals if you want to ease into this style of dressing.

2) Size Matters. Playing with prints of different proportions adds interest to a look, so pair bigger bolder prints with smaller daintier prints. Also sticking to the same print (floral, checked, polka dot etc..) in different sizes and tones helps you to not look overwhelmed by your clothes.

3) Find a common color. When mixing prints find a base color in both prints thats pulls the look together. Seeing the same color repeated in both prints is another way to bring the look together. Here the black in the leopard print and the shoes are the common color.

4) Forget the rules and do what you want. You only live once! 

Are you into mixing prints? If so which ones are your favorite to pair together?

If you told me last year that I would become obsessed with Jordans I would have given you the side eye. Me? The girl who owns more heels than practical walking shoes? You have the wrong one. Don’t get me wrong I love sneakers as well and I always kept a few in my arsenal for when I wanted to switch it up, but I wasn’t downloading apps and counting down until release dates either. It wasn’t until I met the sneaker king himself “Finesse” whose love for a good pair of kicks matched my love for things like blazers and leopard print, his sneaker collection is pretty damn impressive and I’ve only seen some of it. We’ve spent hours talking about fashion and during that time he taught me a lot about the sneaker culture and before I knew it I fell in love with Jordans, specifically the Air Jordan 1.

The first pair I got were these Retro High OG’s in black, white, and gold with the gum bottom (I love gum bottoms), black and gold is also one of my favorite color combo’s so when I saw these I fell in love. I buy my sneakers in kids sizes because I have smaller feet and its cheaper! I also got the black and gray “Shadows” that came out a couple of months back which I think I might love even more. The shape of the Air Jordan 1 is part of the reason I really like these sneakers I can wear them with anything from jeans and cargo pants to skirts and dresses and it looks dope, at least in my opinion and that’s the most important one. I definitely have plans on growing my collection going forward I’m a girl who likes to switch it up regularly and I think I found a style thats going to be a staple in my wardrobe.

What kind of girl are you? Do you prefer sneakers or heels? Or do you wear them both? Comment down below and let me know.
Happy Friday!