Red Hot

I've mentioned before how reading this blog post on LaurenConrad.com has inspired me to purchase a red blazer as a spring transitional piece. I have a lot of the basics- the polka dot and striped tops, leopard pieces and standout black blouses. I could work wonders with this piece!

I ended up finding a similar blazer at Target recently as the LC jacket was sold out at Kohls. I can't begin to tell you how excited I was. The color and fit is perfect to me. 

Then when I got home and started reading 'the bible' -AKA the InStyle March issue- I saw this article on red. I knew then it was a great addition to my closet. 

Here are some other sweet/ red hot finds:

Ruffle Dress  peplum  Blazer  dress

Mixed Media Blouse

                                                       Sleeveless peplum Tie front blouse

                        I can't wait to add more color to the spring wardrobe!

Red just brings happiness to my life and this jacket is so comfortable I can't help but feel confident and sexy in it! 

What colors are you currently craving for the spring? What pieces are you looking to add for the seasonal transition? 

Hopefully for us New Englanders its sooner rather than later, but the meteorologist begs to differ. 

Boo.

Rawr

Shirt: Not available online check stores. 

Jeans: not available in this color- check stores, similar

Shoes: same, similar, flats, sale

I rocked this fierce shirt for a friends bday event last month. 

Hibachi and karaoke...how fun?!

I'm unfortunately the kind of girl that needs something new for every event even though I have an overflowing closet. Its something I recognize and need to work on yet...its an endearing quality no?

I went to Kohls originally looking for LCs red blazer. I was inspired by a blog post on LaurenConrad.com where one of her writers styled a red blazer four ways. 

(How cute is she?!)

The blazer was not at my local store and unavailable in my size at the time per the kiosk, so I had to rethink my strategy.

I came across this top on the clearance rack and was fascinated by the colors. In general I'd think something like this was a little too busy but the colors are what attracted me. That and the material which is silky in front and jersey in the back, and the relaxed cut is something that I enjoy on days I'm not feeling tip top. 

I had just received the jeans in the mail and thought they'd be perfect. 

Now, what shoes to wear?

I could have gone the safe route and went with classic nude. But I was feeling daring and fierce at that point and thought-- lets scope out the shoe scene. 

BAM!

Clearance pumps for $10 (with card and coupon).

Of course, I wanted these originally. No dice. 

I love the design and the heels not too high that I wouldn't be able to wear them for a night out. 

I've never really looked at Rock and Republic when shopping but this shirt and those neon shoes have made me keep my eyes out for more finds. Have you ever overlooked a brand only to find something later on that has made you change your mind?