The Versatility of Coated Jeans

January 4, 2023January 3, 2023 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

Hi friends! I’ve been living in my black faux leather pants this winter, so I decided to add something similar to my wardrobe in brown. These coated kick flares are super comfortable, and I love that they can be dressed up and down. I styled them here with a leopard blouse and silver slingbacks for a festive Christmas dinner, but they’ll go perfectly with a cozy sweater and sneakers too. I don’t know about you, but when I shop, I try to envision all the ways I can wear an item to ensure I’m making a good purchase. These definitely were a good purchase, and I plan on wearing them again tomorrow!

I hope you have a wonderful Wednesday! XO, MS

My Recent Rent The Runway Experience

December 26, 2019December 24, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

I hope you all had a very merry Christmas!

I used Rent The Runway for Henry’s sister’s debutant presentations this past weekend, and the process was seamless! I was very pleased with the two dresses I rented and the back up size option they provided. Everything arrived on time (early in fact) and wrinkle free. I will say one of the dresses had a minor stain and a stubborn zipper, but once zipped, I was good to go!

I love that with RTR you can wear something that may be out of your budget, a dream dress per se, and you won’t break the bank! If I had purchased these two dresses on my own, I would’ve paid close to $2,000, but instead I paid less than $180! Below I will link other dresses I love from RTR, similar heels and bags too.

dresses: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

heels: 1, 2

bags: 1, 2, 3

Navy Sweater

November 27, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

I’m writing this from my sofa in Memphis with my puppies by my side! Oh, how I love being home! Mom cooked all of our favorite treats too. I can’t wait to spend the next few days relaxing and spending time with some of my favorite people.

Shop this super cozy sweater now while it’s on sale! I sized down, fyi.

Happy Thanksgiving! XO, MS

Friday Finds: Bags + Wallets

October 18, 2019October 14, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

Y’all know I love to shop consignment because it’s a great way to score a deal on a designer item. If you’re in the market for a new bag or wallet, you’re in luck! All of these pieces are consigned, guaranteed authentic and up for grabs!

Happy Friday and happy shopping!

*This is a post I created awhile back but never posted! Some of these bags are still available! If sold, a similar option will populate!

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The Little Black Dress

March 11, 2019March 10, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

Since college, I haven’t dressed up much. We used to have sorority and fraternity formals a couple times a semester, but those days are over. My friends and I always had so much fun picking out a dress and matching earrings for the next event! A couple of weeks ago I attended the Genesis Young Leaders Masquerade Ball and got to dress up for the first time in awhile! I wore this black midi dress with these suede heels and statement emerald earrings.

Shop this black tie look for your next upcoming event!

The Teddy Bear Coat

March 4, 2019March 3, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

| dress | coat | sneakers: 1, 2, 3, 4 |

I bought this coat about a month ago in Chicago when I didn’t have anything warm enough for the 8 degree weather. Now it’s become useful in Dallas with these chilly temps! This is one of the coziest pieces I own, and now you can get it on sale when you click the link above! As spring inventory arrives in stores and online, you’ll be able to find more and more coats on sale. Now is the time to buy!

The Sweater Dress

February 13, 2019February 12, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

I don’t love wearing tons of layers. That’s why I will never survive somewhere that’s average winter temperature is in the 30’s. I can handle it on occasion but prefer the South’s mild winters. This past weekend, my mom and I visited my brother in Chicago, and Lord have mercy!!! It was eight degrees when we landed. I had to buy a new coat because the one I brought (heaviest I own) wouldn’t suffice.

Last week in Dallas it dipped into the 30’s, and I immediately grabbed this cozy sweater dress. Call me crazy for having bare legs, but this beats the plaid skirt I wore everyday to school growing up. I layered this shearling lined denim jacket to bear the cold. This was the comfiest look for the coldest day!

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A few of my favorite things

February 11, 2019February 10, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

I’ve worn this blouse about 17 times since I got it… And that was last month. You can probably see why I like it so much. It’s different! The combination of many textures and patterns make this blouse a standout piece. I’m constantly on the hunt for something that not everyone has. Something with great detail. And I found it! See the different color ways linked above.

Olive You

February 4, 2019February 3, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

I love adding olive pieces to my wardrobe. Olive is both a neutral without being boring and a color without being overbearing. The right olive pieces can be worn year round. Think olive jeans or a military style vest. Both of these can be worn with chunky sweaters in the fall and linen blouses in the spring.

I picked up these olive pants at a consignment store but linked a similar option above. This is another example of something that can be worn throughout the year. As we move toward summer, I’ll style these pants with an eyelet blouse and espadrilles.

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The Plaid Trench

January 30, 2019 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

I got this trench for a steal back in early January. Unfortunately it’s been too cold to wear it, but today was the day. I kept the look classic with a turtleneck and blue jeans. A trench coat is a staple every girl should have in her closet no matter if it’s Burberry or Zara.