New York "Chic" Style

Being obsessed with fashion and living in San Antonio, Texas are not the two best qualities to contend with. However, when I do catch myself on my "fashion grind", I notice I get quite a number of looks. Not in a judgmental way (which I tend to achieve sometimes as well), I am talking the "wow I love her outfit" stares. This occurs because I dress like a true Manhattan citizen.

I find myself drawn to clothes resembling the City that Never Sleeps. The style is elegant and chic, yet different and slightly edgy. Those words describe the fashion I love. The desire to be elegant and live in New York City is runs through my mind every time I get dressed. So for now I focus on what Armani once said:

"Elegance is not about being noticed, it's about being remembered." - Giorgio Armani

Dressing chic in a city with little to no fashion world is pretty difficult and so is finding inspiration for outfits. Majority of the time, I find myself resorting to Vogue or other magazines. These magazines tend to acquire the New York City Flare I desire.

My outfit today perfectly embodies everything I desire through a life lived in fashion. Chic and edgy, but still sophisticated, yet drawing in the hint of New York Street Style.

My pinstriped top is one I luckily found yesterday at the ever so fashionable Zara. It is pretty unique because it is a little shorter than most blouses, making it a crop top, but with a unique cut. My jeans are high rise skinny pants from the brand STS Blue, which are unbelievably comfortable. The shoes I wore are cobalt pumps from Steve Madden. To add a pop of color besides just blue, I paired a pink / coral necklace and some super cute sunglasses from a boutique style store called Francesca's.

Here is what it looks like on:

I hope you find inspiration through this to not be worried to stand out and exhibit your personal style while still feeling chic and fashion forward.

xoxo
Kenzie Rae

OOTD: A Day Around Town

Today I had so much to do and I had to wake up early to accomplish it. Early mornings call for coffee runs and (of course) comfortable clothes. However, the trick to comfortable clothes is to style an outfit which still is sophisticated while straying from discomfort. (No one wants to wake up exceedingly early just to put on an uncomfortable pair of pants).

The key to it is BASICS. Everyone needs those "go to" shirts in their closet which file under the 3 C's. Comfortable. Conformable. Cute. The shirt which can be worn with multiple accessories and can conform into casual or even slightly dressy.

Down below is the perfect shirt for the job! This is one of my FAVORITE outfits so far.

Shirt: J Crew
Shorts: Express
Shoes: Target
Purse: Kate Spade (is there anything better??)
Necklace: Gift

I am thrilled to see the sun peaking through the clouds today, I hope it stays!

XOXO,
Kenzie Rae

Summer & Italy!!??

Today is my first official day of summer and I could not be any happier. On this lovely day, I have the pleasure of seeing my mother and sister off at the airport as they go to Italy. All the meanwhile, I'm stuck in Texas. 

My first week of summer will be quite the busy one. For my first busy one, here is my outfit of the day:

I apologize for not being able to name off piece by piece my outfit, I got quite a bit of it for my birthday as a gift, but here is what I know:

Purse: Kate Spade

Shoes: Sammy & Libby

Rings: James Avery

Shorts: Abercrombie & Fitch

I am OBSESSED with my necklaces (especially my New York one)

I hope you have a WONDERFUL day !

XOXO,

Kenzie Rae

Summer Countdown: 2 Days!

Sun is shining, birds are chirping, and I do not know about you, but I am ready for summer. To my benefit and many others, it is just around the corner. The ACTUAL corner.

Two days and "school's out for summer", as they say!

Here's to cute summer outfits to kick it off.

Shirt: Daisy Pearl

Shorts: Express

Cardigan & Shoes: Tory Burch

Purse: Kate Spade

I hope all of you lovelies have a spectacular last couple of days before summer!

XOXO

Kenzie Rae