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Leopard Print Scarves Under $50

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Every winter I will add a new scarf to my wardrobe. I have acquired quite the collection over the years. If I were to choose my favourite scarf from my collection of scarves, it would be my leopard print scarf. Leopard print scarves can elevate a winter outfit simultaneously for little effort and cost.

Some would argue leopard print is a neutral. I say it’s a neutral print that can go with a lot of what you may already own in your wardrobe. A scarf is also a budget friendly way to update your wardrobe.

You may have noticed there have been a lot of leopard print tops, dresses and even pants offered this winter. A scarf is a great way to jump on a trend, if the budget is tight and you’re concerned about whether you’d only wear the item for a season while it’s ‘in’. (Generally I wear most of my clothes whether they are trending or not.)

I’ve got two leopard print scarves. One has grey tones and is a thicker scarf for when it’s really cold, the other is one I bought last year from Witchery.

leopard print scarves

My favourite way to wear my leopard print scarf is with a black dress. I’ve also worn it over a striped top and with other colours that aren’t part of the print in the scarf.

Whenever you see a leopard print scarf that you love, pounce on it (pardon the pun) because these scarves tend to sell out as soon as they hit the stores. My collection of leopard print scarves that I wanted to share with you today diminished because they have sold out since Monday.

The leopard print scarves that you may see in store or online below may have a white, grey and/or blush pink tone as part of the scarf. The busyness of the print can vary from scarf to scarf too. If I could, I’d have one of each! My favourite is the classic typical tones of a standard leopard print (black, white and caramel). But again, these can be hard to come by. When you see it, and if it fits your budget, get it.

My favourite leopard print scarf would be this one from Frankie and Co, but it is sold out.

Lucy Leapard Scarf

Lucy Leopard Scarf – sold out

Here are some others that I have found available online, under $50. Some are also on sale for Mother’s Day.

Stylefast Leopard Print Scarf $39.95

stylefast leopard print scarf

Decjuba Leopard Scarf in Ivory $39.95

white leopard print scarf decjuba

Sussan Leopard Print Scarf $39.95

sussan leopard print scarf

Seed Heritage Classic Leopard Scarf $49.95 

seed heritage leopard print scarf

Portmans Classic Animal Scarf $39.95

portmans leopard print scarf

Portmans Stay Wild Scarf $29.95

portmans leopard print scarf

 

Portmans In The Wild Scarf $29.95

portmans in the wild scarf

Forever New Leopard Print Scarf $39.99

forever new leopard print scarf

 

Do you own any leopard print scarves? What you do you usually wear yours with?

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All Shades of Forest Green For Winter 2018

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This winter it’s all about the shade of green, specifically forest green.

I had seen a forest green (bordering on a teal) wrap knit for $69.95. The first shipment of the cardigans sold out and when I saw the second shipment was available… I didn’t get in quick enough because my size had sold out again.

I’ve been finding this a lot with many of the trending colours this season. It seems to sell out as soon as it hits the online stores or shelves.

I condoned I wouldn’t end up purchasing the knit and would wait until more came through.

It wasn’t until I had gone to a shopping centre to get some Mother’s Day gifts that I saw Valley Girl had a similar knit in the colour I was after.

I went into the store, and not only did they have my size, it was only $24.95!

I promptly purchased on the spot and headed out to dinner with a friend last night for its first debut. I ended up removing the scarf because it was a bit too hot with so many layers.

forest green knit winter 2018

When I caught up with Lauren from Create Bake Make, she too was wearing similar colours to me. Her top was from Country Road and is featured in the selection below.

forest green winter 20181. Katies Dobby Sleeve Top $23.97 (on sale)

2. Katies Sleeveless Quilted Vest $29.97 (on sale)

3. Dante Spot Frill Sleeve Dress $55

4. Bird Keepers The Best Seller Pants in Green $89.95

5. City Chic Emerald Bloom Top $79.95

6. Country Road Soft Blouse $119.00

7. Mimco Wilting Ear Jacket Earrings $79.95

It was really hard finding pieces that were available in all sizes with this forest green colour. You may have a better chance shopping in stores to see what’s available.

This shade of green can look blue in some lights and more green in others. I’ve found a selection of both these hues online.

What to wear with Forest Green?

Forest Green looks fab with navy, white, beige, caramel, tan, red, purple, dark pink, mustard and orange.

I’ve teamed my forest green knit with a leopard print scarf.

All Shades of Forest Green For Winter 2018

If this shade of green isn’t your cup of tea, go for shades of emerald, moss or khaki.

Have you added Forest Green to your wardrobe this winter?

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Soft Pants For The Win – The Stylish Pant For Winter

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It’s been a long time between posts due to the recent change in my life with my new job. I’ve now finished my full time training and have started working from home. While I’ve gotten back into the swing of things at home, I neglected the blog for a few weeks to catch up on things I was forced to put aside while working full time.

Even though the blogposts were non-existent, I was still active on social media. You can still see my daily outfits on Facebook and Instagram. Lately I’ve been making more of an effort to wear all the pieces I own, rather than buy new clothes. Although, I have made some new purchases recently. They have literally been when I’ve been on my way to do an errand and have been something I had my eye on that was on sale. I will share these pieces with you soon.

But one particular piece of clothing I’m looking to add more of to my wardrobe is the soft pant.

Usually I wear some sort of jeans or jeggings during autumn, winter and spring. But now that I will be working late night shifts at home, the soft pant is going to make working those late hours comfier.

I own one pair of soft pants – navy and white stripe ones from Ruby and Lilli. They’ve been a very good investment purchase. But I’d like to have a few more available to wear so I’ve been scouring the net to find some other patterned or block colour soft pants to add to my wardrobe.

The key patterns that have caught my eye are the leopard print. I also wouldn’t mind a dark coloured pair as I have many tops that will go with these.

The benefit of wearing this type of pant from home as I work is it will feel as comfortable as PJs, but not look like them.

I can’t wear PJs when I work. I don’t know why, but it’s the way I am. So rather than force myself against my inner convictions, I will trick my brain with soft pants instead. The bonus of wearing these instead of pyjamas means if I have to get to the office during my shift, I won’t have to arrive in my PJs.

I also know these pants will be useful for the plane trip to the USA that we have planned at the end of the year. This thought alone has me adding one pair to cart as I type.

Here are some of the soft pant selections I’ve eyed online. I’ve noticed some are on pre-order, and the Betty Basics have sold out with some retailers, so the links below are to retailers that have the full size selection available.

Kenji Comeback Pants in Mustard $89

mustard soft pants

Kenji Comeback Pants in Khaki Leopard, $89

kenji soft pant

Kenji Comeback Pants in Berry Leopard, $89

kenji comeback berry leopard soft pant

Kenji Comeback Pant in Grey Leopard, $89

soft pant leopard

Katies Tie Front Soft Jogger, $29.97

soft grey pant

Crossroads Embellished Soft Pant, $30

soft pant with embellishments

Betty Basic Bella Pant in Denim Marle, $39.95

betty basic soft pant

Betty Basics Bella Pant in Charcoal, $39.95

betty basic soft pant

Can you guess which pair I’ve ordered online? Are you a fan of soft pants?

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Winter Frills – It’s All About The Frill Details on Knits and Long Sleeves

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Easter is usually a key point in the year where the weather will usually start to get cooler, and I will be longing to wear a few pieces from my winter wardrobe. While there are many prints and colours I’d like to invest in this winter, one firm favourite trend that I want to see more of in my wardrobe is the frill. Frilly knits were big last year, and they have made their appearance again this season.

The frills can be seen on the sleeves – on the arm or at the wrist, or across the chest.

Even though it may be too hot to wear these pieces right now, jumpers and knits with frill details are being presented from many online and brick and mortar stores.

I’m hoping to embrace this trend soon, and so I’ve compiled a few winter frill pieces that have caught my eye.

Winter Frills 2018

frill dress

Betty Basic Chicago Dress $49.95 (plus 20% off this Easter Weekend only)

 

 

 

 

 

That last rose knit would be my favourite out of the collection. I love the subtle red colour and the frills make this knit very feminine. It would also replace my favourite possum fur knit that was attacked by moths last year.

Are you thrilled about winter frills this season? Are frills your thing or a trend you will be steering clear of?

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How to Wear Stripe Pants

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Since starting my job, I have noticed I have been missing a key staple that would allow me to wear more of my business appropriate shirts to work: black pants. Despite not having black pants in my wardrobe, I’ve worn the only work appropriate pants I currently have in my wardrobe, which are these Bohemian Traders (BT) stripe pants. One of my new colleagues commented on my pants and how she wanted to buy my pants, but unfortunately BT no longer have these pants in stock. Nevertheless, it gave me an idea for a blog post to find some similar striped pants online. (So this blog post is dedicated to you Mands xx)

I had to drop into my parents place this morning to pick up my car keys which I had left there the night before. 🤦‍♀️ First thing my dad commented on was my Pom pom earrings. 😂😂 he’s not a fan of Pom poms or tassels. But if I didn’t wear them with this outfit, it would have looked a bit boring. Today I wore @bohemian.traders pants with @ollieandmaxaustralia shirt and @sfh_designs earrings. #sharedmystyle #repeatedmystyle #thirtyplusstyle #thirtyplusdailystyle #thirtyplusstyleblogger #30plusstyle #bohemiantraders #pompomearrings #fashionobsessed #fashionblogger #fashioninspo #fblogger #styleinspo #styleblogger #sahmstyling #sahmstyle #whatiwore #wiw #brisbaneblogger #brisbanestylist #everydaystyle #instafashion #mumstyle #musthave #mumfashion #ootd #personalstylist #realmumstyle

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Stripe pants for work

I’ve always had a pair of stripe pants in my wardrobe to wear to work since I started working in an office over 16 years ago. Back in those days, Temt and Valley Girl were my key shops to head to. Stripe pants gave my work wardrobe another way to wear pattern with the option of a multitude of block colours to wear on top.

 

 


Here are some of my favourite styles online with all the sizes available. While black and white has the ability to be worn with more tops, the new wide leg pants from Little Party Love should certainly be considered if you prefer a bolder stripe with colour.

 

 

 

Who should wear stripe pants?

Vertical striped pants can suit anyone. To get the best pair that flatters your shape, choose a cut that you feel comfortable in wearing. If the culottes or short length pants make you look stubbier or shorter, opt for a wide, full length pair. If you carry weight on your belly (like I do), opt for a style that doesn’t tie around your middle – or where the tie can be removed so the waist is flat.

Don’t deny a style until you try it. I was going to sell my stripe pants until I started this job and realised how versatile they are. As you can see, I’ve owned these pants for a few year and have worn them to various work events.

Do you have stripe pants in your wardrobe? What’s a known staple that you don’t own in your wardrobe?

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