lady jane: August 2014

labor day sales.

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Lucky you! You get an extra long weekend AND lots of sales at your favorite retailers. Sounds like a nice weekend to me!

After perusing the sales for the weekend, here are some places you might just want to hit up to get your save on:

40% OFF

GAP

BANANA REPUBLIC

50% OFF

JEWELMINT/ SHOEMINT

OLD NAVY

MORE SAVINGS

SHOPBOP: savings up to 70% off

NORDSTROM: up to 40% off

CLUB MONACO: 50% off clearance items

ANTHROPOLOGIE: extra 20% off clearance

BLOOMINGDALES: extra 20% off sale

J.CREW: extra 40% off sale

MADEWELL: extra 30% off sale

image via GAP

Happy Shopping!

This last weekend I was lucky enough to be called a bridesmaid in my (future) sister-in-law's wedding. She's a real gem and let us pick out our own bridesmaid dresses, which is seriously ideal. As soon as I saw this Lace collection for bridesmaid dress options at J.Crew, I was sold. The Pamela dress was my perfect fit- just the right length and a beautiful material. I truly couldn't wait to wear it to this wedding just so I could wear it again. J.Crew is somewhere I'm thinking for my own bridesmaids... but I love how all our dresses coordinated for my sister's as well. It's such an updated look to allow your bridesmaids to chose, and it adds a bit more flair and personality to it as well. She had us all wear the same shoes and earrings, which really tied it all together. I picked some of my favorite lace options below. Also, I've said it once and I'll say it again.. WAIT for the sales if possible.

J.Crew Lace Bridesmaids by theladyjaneblog

painted lace.

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I don't always expect the times that people will approve of an outfit I'm wearing. It really comes when I least expect it... like with this number. I haven't gotten so many compliments on a piece of clothing in awhile... today, that was this shirt! I picked up this little gem at Francesca's a year or so back, loving the details of this upgraded version of one of my favorite fabrics. Everyone has to have those days where you are just on point with your peers, am I right?! Do you have a go-to piece?

Francesca's Shirt // Zara Shoes // BDG Jeans

adidas

tees + slip ons.

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tees, jeans, and slip ons by theladyjaneblog

There are a lot of trends that pop up that make me feel very indecisive. Most of them have to do with any sort of remnant of my embarrassing childhood. Lately aanything that is just a bit too 90's doesn't really fly with me. I recently was reviewing a trend report for Fall with images of choker necklaces. CHOKERS, PEOPLE. Like the ones that are supposed to look like tattoos. No, thanks. I have been, however, on a hunt for some good comfy graphic tees and a pair of slip on sneaks. The slip on shoes took me a minute, I won't lie... the only thing I could picture for a while was myself in high school with checkered imitation Vans. But there is a new take on these comfy kicks. I like the quilted and cheetah options from Steve Madden. Oh, and these classic keds are a solid option too (Remember Mischa Barton's Keds campaign? Ah, the good ole days).

jumpsuit.

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I bought this jumpsuit years ago, right after we graduated college and my friend Lauren got a job at American Apparel and started wearing lots of sheer things (we all have phases). It's wild to me that I could go on their website today and find them carrying the exact same silhouette of this jumpsuit (Granted it is mesh, so it's not quite as tame as this jersey option. I remember visiting Lauren at work and one of her co-workers wearing that same mesh material in shirt form... with no bra. To each their own, right?). When you work at a retailer for long enough, you start to completely change your wardrobe and gravitate towards the clothes you sell. It's easy enough to do... and understandable if you get a discount! My friend Kori has been feeling that recently about her clothes, but she works for Anthropologie so she always looks adorable and I have little sympathy. Speaking of Anthropologie, how great are these bracelets? I love how delicate and pretty they are. Anyways, I'm rambling. Happy Tuesday!

American Apparel Jumpsuit (similar here) // Anthropologie Bracelets // Michael Kors Watch // Zara Heels // Jewelmint Necklace

quilted skirt.

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Finally we are all settled in our new apartment! Time for me to get back in a schedule and get some posts flowing for you folks. I made a trip to Anthropologie this weekend to use a birthday giftcard from my awesome brother and sister-in-law. I decided to spend it on this Pilcro denim jacket I've been thinking about. The fit is right and I love the wash color-I think it will be a great staple piece in my closet (Ben says I say that a lot oop!). Also, this quilted skirt couldn't be more comfortable. It feels like a sweatshirt but looks dressy enough to wear anywhere.

Pilcro Denim Jacket // Marc Jacobs Purse // Anthropologie Skirt // Zara Shoes // J.Crew Bracelet // Ray Ban Sunglasses

denim jacket.

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Denim Jackets by theladyjaneblog

I always think about how I would love to be that tailored and classic woman... someone who gets their pants hemmed and has a blazer that was made just for them. I would wear only collared shirts and stripes and amazingly fitted designers jeans with Ray Bans on my head. But, I am not this person. I might in an alternate life think i was this person, I blame my Minnetonka prep upbringing. I just can't focus on being just one look! But classic and timeless if a style I will always envy. I am, however, trying to build a couple of these key pieces into my wardrobe slowly. My recent venture was a denim jacket. It can go with everything and should never go out of style if you buy the right one. Here are some of my favorite options from a range of prices.

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labor day sales.

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painted lace.

tees + slip ons.

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