photos by Fleeting Fox Photography

Guys! The struggle is real, Winter is lasting forever! Combat the cold with a little style creativity. All winter I've ditched my usual brights for a more neutral monochromatic looks. That doesn't mean an outfit has to be plain though. I played with bold patterns and chunky textures for this look & and topped it off with gold accents. I love the contrast and warmth the gold brings to this otherwise gray outfit. Since the tights are CLEARLY a statement maker, I paired them with the smaller stripe texture of the sweater. When mixing patterns always vary the size. If one is a statement maker, have another that's a little more subdued. Be bold & have fun!

hat & studded backpack: ASOS  ///  necklace: Bauble Bar Vegas Fringe Bib   ///  sweater: Boohoo Maisie Turtleneck Batwing Rib Jumper  ///  shorts: Zara  ///  tights: Karmaloop  ///  boots: Missguided Alexia Cleated Sole Chelsea Boots Grey  ///  Gray Lipstick: NYX Black Sesame

Well whaddya know, I got the River Island coat I've been eyeing! This muppet-esqe beauty is sure to brighten up the rest of the long winter season. That faux fur accent tho! A little punch of Bid Bird color goes a long way during these months of gray on gray on gray.  If you're wearing lots of dark colors this winter like I am, don't be afraid to add a bold pop of color. Make a statement!

But seriously, Big Bird...I love him. Suuuunnnnnnyyyy dayyyys, sweeeeeping the cloooouds aaawwayyyy...

{ N E W  D E S I G N  in the  S H O P }

Because no worthwhile aspiration can be accomplished from within our comfort zone. Let's live our lives in boldness, bravery & love. What happens when we actually do the things we dream about and take action? ...not tomorrow or in the future, but right now today. It can mean taking a step of faith, owning your present circumstance or take action for change. Let's let our lives speak bolder than this shirt - while inspiring others to do the same. 

How do you live boldly? Wear the shirt, share & tag your stories with #boldnessbemyfriend

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Ladies, it's time...bold up your brows. If you're anywhere near my age, you've probably grown up over tweezing your brows and skinny was the trend. That was the thing to do in the late 90's and early 2000's...that was long long ago and let's break this habit. Honestly I haven't been paying too much attention to them, until now. They've kept their tweezed shape all these years and I just kinda forgot about them. BUT bold and thick is the way to go. I been seeing this look everywhere and have been dismissing it...afraid to change my ways. Honestly, (don't kill me) keeping them skinny and over tweezed is one of the biggest ways to look dated and um...er...well...old!

Where to start? I asked Thresa Venables, stylist at the salon Sheer Professionals for great brow tips (she rocks!) It's pretty simple. Grab an angled brush and a neutral eyeshadow. I've just been using a pressed powder shadow I already have. This works great to give a softer look. Just because we want a bold look doesn't mean we have to use harsh lines from an eyebrow pencil. Just brush in the color where you want it. You can even apply a little to get started while getting used to the look. Give it a try!

Time for some bold, oversized goodies! Here are a few of my go-to items to begin the season:

Cat eye glasses: La Marquise, Bon Look  /// Oversized metal earrings and gold scorpion ring: vintage ///  Teardrop statement necklace: Target (clearance rack! score!)  Stripe socks: Jcrew  /// Nail Polish: Sephora by OPI, IM Beauty (yellow) & Charge It! (metallic gold)