Framed

April 23, 2018April 22, 2018 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

The saturated greens in these photos make me happy. Spring is here, and it’s time to be outside. #EarthDay.

I love that this outfit is so easy to put together, but adding the vest makes this look more than a casual t-shirt and jeans combo. If that makes any sense. The addition of a third piece can do wonders for any look, whether that means adding a wrap to a dress and heels or a double breasted blazer to your work blouse and pencil skirt.

My favorite third piece is a vest. I have denim, which you’ve all seen a thousand times, military inspired, red leather and a couple of others. Try layering a third piece, and see how much more put together you feel!

For more inspiration, here are some other vest looks: 1, 2, 3, 4. Notice how boring some of my outfits would be if the vest was gone!

Looks for Less

August 14, 2017August 14, 2017 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

Today’s post is about getting looks for less. Most of us can’t afford outfits with these kinds of price tags, so I’ve done a little work for you. I’ve taken outfits from Farfetch and transferred them into everyday affordable looks. Enjoy!

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Needless to say, most people can’t afford this look. The blouse is well over $600, not to mention the jeans, leather bag and shoes. I’ve curated a few pieces so that you can recreate this trendy yet classic outfit on your own. You can get this look for around $315 with the pieces I selected.

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I love the color combo Farfetch has created. The bag alone is $1000, but I’ve created this look for under $400. These pieces are very versatile and can be worn through fall/winter into spring.

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I can’t say no to a pop of red. This past weekend I wore a bright red dress to a wedding, and I loved it. This look can be transitioned from work to casual. The Givenchy trousers will set you back $1200.

Thanks for reading!

Favorite Color of the Season

July 31, 2017July 30, 2017 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

| dress | vest | shoes |

I love the color of this dress. It goes with blues and pinks in the summer but transitions well into the fall. I love to pair this color with black, gray and mustard as the seasons change. You will get to see another way I styled this color later this week! What’s your favorite color of the season?

Thanks for reading!

photos by: Eileen Barrett

The Unsuspecting Piece

July 19, 2017July 17, 2017 ~ sanfordstandard ~ 2 Comments

Once again, I have fun getting dressed in the morning. I’ve paired two older pieces and brought them back to life! The blouse is technically a tunic which allows me to have ample fabric to tie. The skirt is a great transition piece that I can pair with a white blouse in the summer and with a black sweater for the fall and winter. The piece I’m most proud of is the black suede slide that I’m wearing. I got these at TJ Maxx for $16.99, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. This style is selling at big department stores for over $200. Mine look the same yet cost a fraction of the price.

photos by: Eileen Barrett

Mixing Patterns

March 6, 2017 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

| vest | dress (other) (other) | shoes |

First of all, my dress is on sale!!! Grab it while you can.

These shoes serve as a neutral for me. I wear them with almost anything, and it usually works. I envision myself wearing them throughout all four seasons, and it’s a bonus that they are so comfortable! I love the cuff detail on this dress while the white pops against the navy. This outfit is something I definitely envision myself wearing to work.

photos by: Eileen Barrett

Life in the City

August 5, 2016August 21, 2016 ~ sanfordstandard ~ 2 Comments

| dress (other) (other) | booties |

No dress code, no problem… I found great fun deciding what to wear each day to work. With few limitations, I got to be creative and get inspiration from the people with which I worked.

| tank | jeans | shoes |

There was no shortage of art and culture in the city. The Met, The MOMA, and The Whitney are all worth a visit.

| sneakers |

These shoes were a lifesaver for Margaret and me. I don’t think we could’ve walked the miles we did in our sandals and loafers. We hated ourselves for following the Adidas trend for the first couple of days, but then we got over it.

Well, you know me and murals. Had to find at least one while I was in town.

| top | jeans (other) | bag |

I’d rather spend less on a pair of trendy denim than splurging, and instead, I invest in the classics.

Side note, I’m obsessed with the cobblestone streets.

One World Trade Center.

| dress (other) | sunglasses |

A day at The Whitney…

| dress | bag |

A flowy dress for a hot afternoon in Central Park.

| dress (other) (other) (other) | loafers |

I found this dress at Luxury Garage Sale new with tags. Definitely a steal.

I love a two piece set that you can wear together and separate for many different looks.

| tank | pants (pants) |

These trousers have been perfect for all seasons.

| top | denim skirt | sunglasses |

The denim mini is back!!! I found this at a Rag and Bone sample sale in the city. Check out racked.com for all the sample sales going on in New York.

| dress | vest |

Lunchtime adventures…

| top | shorts |

The Brooklyn Bridge is definitely a must on your NYC bucket list.

| pants (other) | flats |

Lunch in Washington Square Park.

| top | vest | denim skirt |

Sorry Gigi, stalking your apartment.

A peek at Tibi Resort 2017.

Cropped

January 8, 2016January 20, 2016 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

| top | skirt | shoes |

I don’t usually prefer a crop top, but this skirt called for nothing else. I’m showing a little midriff as my grandparents would say, so I hope they don’t mind : )

It was a great Christmas break once again exploring Memphis and this old warehouse, but now it’s back to recruitment and class. That’s all for now.

photos by: Allie Saunders

Green Day

December 28, 2015December 30, 2015 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

| dress | vest | shoes |

If you can’t tell, this vest has become my go-to. It’s one of my London treasures.

photos by: Allie Saunders

Finding Photography

October 1, 2015October 1, 2015 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

Join me as I admire my pal Kate Barnes’ new life calling – photography. This recent discovery is going to take her to great places, and I know this just by spending an hour with her behind a camera. She is sure to capture moments that she and others will cherish forever. Can’t wait to see what happens next sista!

Checkout her blog: https://katebarnesphotographyblog.wordpress.com/

photos by: Kate Barnes

Coral Floral

August 19, 2015 ~ sanfordstandard ~ Leave a comment

| dress | vest | shoes |

I’m sad to say goodbye to summer, so I had to take one last opportunity to get dressed up. I just need to find somewhere to go… Anyway, I love this dress because it is so easy to wear and can be worn for almost any occasion.

Photos by: May Montague