09 Jan Turning Heads Linkup Chicos Leopard Wrap and Red Velvet Booties
Happy Tuesday friends!
It is finally getting a bit warmer here in NC. with balmy temperatures in the 50s! I am basically a cold weather “wimp’, even though I grew up in Pittsburgh. I also used to teach “LifeSports” at a private school here, and just dreaded the winter, as the school didn’t have a gym… the outdoors were the gym, and I would dread having to teach flag football to 40 kids in the cold. If you are starting to get in that “Spring frame of mind” check out yesterday’s post, as I styled a tunic/lace dress from Joseph Ribkoff. Today, howecer, I am bundled up with my Chicos finge leopard wrap, a surprise gift they sent to me before Christmas.
I love wearing neutrals from time to time, even though color is my favorite to style, a neutral look can be very chic and stylish as well. Leopard is on trend, but so very timeless! Chicos sent me this weighty fringed wrap and a gold bag initialed with a “J”, very thoughtful! I am using it for a makeup bag. This ruana is thick and warm, and the fringe gives it extra style.
For this layered look, I paired my camel sweater with soft black jeans from Fabrizio Gianni. I have been looking forward to wearing my red velvet Zara booties, that were a steal before Christmas. I paid $30! The pop of red is the bit of color that is always fun to add to your neutral look. I typically love to add color to a neutral look through accessories, shoes or bags.
The “piece de la resistance” is my new Brahmin bag I purchased using $$ I received at Christmas. You know when you look at a bag, and then you keep going back to look at it? I have a few Brahmin bags and I love their texture and design. The vintage ladylike shape and front buckle really appealed to me. I love the color and have wanted a rich brown bag in addition to my Louis Vuitton. It is medium sized and has a thick strap to alternate carrying. I am liking medium-small bags these days, as with big bags i can never find anything!
The sun is hitting these booties, they are a red velvet.
How do you enjoy wearing neutrals? Tell me about it in the comments, I love to hear from you!
Check out Chicos for some chic pieces for your wardrobe!
Leopard wrap c/o Chicos. ( surprise gift for Christmas)
Black jeans c/o Fabrizio Gianni ( sim here)
Red velvet booties c/o Zara ( not available, love these
Camel sweater Ann Taylor ( older, like this and cashmere on sale!)
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Nicole Mölders
Posted at 00:21h, 15 JanuaryThe pop of color with the booties is genius. Great look. Thanks for linking up to Top of the World Style.
Christine Besen
Posted at 08:39h, 12 JanuaryHappy New Year Jess! You know how I feel about the red booties! Absolutely love your outfit!
Cheers,
Christine
http://www.bonchicstyle.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:53h, 12 JanuaryThank you , and to you Christine! Yes, the red booties have been so fun to wear. xx
barrettadeb
Posted at 23:21h, 11 JanuaryHi Jess! Loving your leopard print with red booties. This effortless look is so stylish. Thank you for sponsoring the link up. I am finally back to blogging & enjoyed seeing other women my age looking so fashionable. I guess I have been out of the loop far too long. But I am back & ready to take my style journey with all of you. Hugs,
Debra
stylewisebydebra.net
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:54h, 12 JanuaryGlad to hear from you Deb and that you will be ready to get back into it! i look forward to reading your posts, my friend. xx
luxusambassador
Posted at 21:20h, 11 JanuaryThose booties are amazing! Love this color.
Anna
http://www.glamadventure.com
cheriejamesp
Posted at 15:28h, 11 JanuaryChico’s sent me the same poncho wrap, isn’t it great? You look stunning in it!! And, that bag and those booties to die for. Wishing you all the best in the New Year.
Cherie
http://www.stylenudge.com
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Jess Jannenga
Posted at 19:39h, 11 JanuaryOh so up your alley Cherie! i love leopard too and thought this was great, as it is a heavier material, quite substantial. So glad you like the look, you tempt me with the booties! best to you as well! Thank you! xx
Debbie Huckeba
Posted at 14:51h, 11 JanuaryLove the leopard wrap & the bag!
Carrie at Curly Crafty Mom
Posted at 10:58h, 11 JanuaryI just got a pair of similar booties in blue velvet and I’ve been struggling with how to style them. I love this neutral wrap in leopard with them and I think I am going to try something similar. Thanks for inspiring me!!!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 13:13h, 11 JanuaryThank you Carrie! Ooo, I bet the blue is pretty. Sounds good! I would also try grey.. I love blue and grey tones. Glad I could help! xx
Coco
Posted at 03:27h, 11 JanuaryThank you for hosting dear! I’m linking back to you HERE Hope you’ll check out my latest Fashion post
Suzanne
Posted at 20:18h, 10 JanuaryLove this whole outfit but especially the booties and the bag!
I’ve never heard of that brand of handbag before, they have some gorgeous ones.
I tried on those same booties but gave them a pass as they weren’t on sale. You got lucky! I love them on you and I found the heel height and block heel very comfy, plus they just POP. Great buy!
It has warmed up to above zero here and a nice break from the horrible cold we’ve been having. I don’t expect it will last long though.
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:30h, 11 JanuaryThank you Suzanne! Brahmin has wonderful textured bags and this ladylike shape really caught my eye. So true, i wasnt going to buy the booties full price, but jumped on them when they went on sale. Boy, that is cold!! xx
GlamorousandGeeky (@Gofashiondeals)
Posted at 20:16h, 10 Januarylove the shoes and the handbag!!!
Jen @ Librarian for Life and Style
Posted at 15:55h, 10 JanuaryFantastic pop of color — and texture! — with those booties! 😀
Rosie Holtzman
Posted at 14:02h, 10 JanuaryI love those booties!!! I would have bought them, too. And your leopard wrap looks great with them (and on you).
Laura
Posted at 23:26h, 09 JanuaryThose velvet booties are just beautiful! I am loving them as a statement shoe!
Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels
Posted at 22:29h, 09 JanuaryI love your outfit, especially that poncho. But those booties are really calling my name, love the color!
Suzy Turner
Posted at 17:51h, 09 JanuaryJess, the colour of those booties is to die for!! LOVE love love them. And I also absolutely love your animal print poncho too – it’s gorgeous. I’m glad to hear it’s finally warming up. I’ve been freezing my butt off here in New England these past few weeks but thankful today was warmer… at last! I just hope it stays like this for the next week, until we go home lol!
Suzy xx
http://www.suzyturner.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:27h, 11 JanuaryThank you Suzy! They are a bright red and so comfortable and fun to wear. This leopard poncho is the perfect weight for adding some warmth to an outfit. i am with you.. .bring on warmer weather! xx
Cheryl Shops
Posted at 14:59h, 09 JanuaryI love your leopard wrap with the red booties (which also look fabulous as magenta)! So chic!
Cheryl Shops | http://www.cherylshops.net
jacqui
Posted at 13:17h, 09 JanuaryI love this bag, it’s going to work well with so many looks. Thanks for sharing and hosting. Jacqui
http://www.mummabstylish.com
Meagan Brandon
Posted at 12:52h, 09 JanuaryGirl, you got your bag–looks like Santa was good to you! Love this style so much and it’s the perfect color, right?
Meagan
http://www.meagansmoda.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:28h, 11 JanuaryThanks Meagan! Santa did come through with $ to spend on this bag, i love it! i have been a fan of Brahmin for awhile xx
Rebecca
Posted at 12:24h, 09 JanuaryYour outfit today is classic and wonderful. I have a Brahmin small cross body bag from several years ago that needs to be worn more often.
Jacket Society
Posted at 12:22h, 09 JanuaryHappy New Yeat Jess! That’s a great wrap and you look fab in leopard 🙂
Nora
valerie
Posted at 11:15h, 09 JanuaryHappy new year, Jess..you look amazing in the wrap..we were on the same page..I styled mine with red also!! Such a fabulous piece and you look gorgeous!
xooxox
Valerie
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:33h, 09 JanuaryThank you Val! I know it is kind of an expected combination, but i love it! red and leopard are some of my favs. Thank you for the lovely comment, Best to you in the New Year! xx
Emma Peach
Posted at 10:44h, 09 JanuaryI love the leopard print wrap and velvet boots Jess! Beautiful bag too!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:32h, 09 JanuaryThank you Emma! The boots were a steal and fun to wear. Glad you like the look! xx
Amy Johnson
Posted at 09:15h, 09 JanuarySuch a lovely look! I love your wrap and booties!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:10h, 09 JanuaryThank you Amy! The wrap is quite warm 🙂 xx
Shauna
Posted at 09:13h, 09 JanuaryThe pop of pink with those booties were the perfect finishing touch to brighten up these cold winter days! Glad it’s warming up for you guys too out there! Love the look, Jess!
Shauna
http://www.lipglossandlace.net
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:10h, 09 JanuaryThank you Shauna! I know they look pink on my computer.. they are a red.. but either way the idea was some color 🙂 Glad you liked the look and i am ready for warmer weather, I am not a cold weather girl! xx
smithsuzanne2014
Posted at 08:54h, 09 JanuaryYou always put the best outfits together and look fabulous in them! The red booties are just perfect and I love the bag!
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 10:13h, 09 JanuaryAw, thank you Suzanne! I could say the same to you!! I couldnt pass up the velvet booties they are fun to wear! xx
Jodie
Posted at 08:43h, 09 JanuaryIt’s the perfect combination of neutrals and colors Jess!!! Your new purse is so stunning!!
XOOX
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Northwest Mountain Living and Living
Posted at 08:30h, 09 JanuaryLove how you styled this outfit! I love the red booties with the leopard and your bag is fantastic! All the details go together perfectly!
Peace!
Cheryl
https://www.northwestmountainliving.com
mysoutherncuisineMimi
Posted at 07:41h, 09 JanuaryHappy new year! I am with you – I love Brahmin bags – they are gorgeous and timeless. Yours is so lovely.
Thank you for hosting each week – it is always a joy!
Best wishes, Mimi
http://inmyprimetime.blogspot.com
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:35h, 09 JanuaryThank you Mimi! I have a few Brahmin bags and this style caught my eye. So glad you enjoy the linkup! i enjoy hosting. xx
shelbeeontheedge1
Posted at 07:34h, 09 JanuaryI love it all, Jess! Head to toe! I love Chico’s and that wrap is just gorgeous. Your boots are fabulous. And that bag is absolute perfection! I hope you are staying warm and surviving the cold…but I am glad it is warming up it a bit for everyone!
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Carrie
Posted at 06:31h, 09 JanuaryI love neutrals too, Jess! Black and camel is one of my favorite combos with leopard print is perfect. The pop of color takes the look to best place. I’m going to have to remember my pop of color next time.
Andrea Nine
Posted at 06:25h, 09 JanuaryLeopard LOVELY!!! you know I love a good poncho and this one is incredible especially with a colored boot! Looking sharp!
Maureen
Posted at 06:24h, 09 JanuaryYour animal print ruana is gorgeous and pairs perfectly well with your booties! Those booties are a steal and the pop of color is always nice on any outfit. Hope you are having a great day so far beautiful. 😀
Leslie
Posted at 06:12h, 09 JanuaryLove your look today! I would need the wrap in a cool tone like grey and black tho. I have 3 Brahmin hand bags and adore them…they can get a bit heavy once filled and my shoulders hurt some days 😞. I must check out this style…never seen it! Love your shoes!!!
thisblondesshoppingbag
Posted at 04:40h, 09 JanuaryJess, I love those booties, what a steal!!!! That wrap is gorgeous and I agree styling neutrals looks chic. But I am thrilled with the color in the boots – so pretty and fun! Your new Brahmin bag is so pretty too. I just bought a Kate Spade bag but it’s a little smaller than what I’m used to so I’m not sure how long I’ll use it. I’m trying to carry less but sometimes it’s nice not to worry about space!
Happy Tuesday!
xo,
Kellyann
Jess Jannenga
Posted at 11:37h, 09 JanuaryHi Kellyann! Thank you, yes I wanted the booties when they were full price, then waited 🙂 Love Kate Spade bags too, I have one that is my favorite. xx
Is This Mutton?
Posted at 03:59h, 09 JanuaryYou look fantastic in neutrals. The red bootees and leopard print add drama. I veer from wanting to wear mostly grey and black in the winter to trying to make an effort with bright colors. The cold weather is unrelenting (here at least) and it’s nice to hear you are already talking about spring.
passion fruit, paws and peonies
Posted at 03:41h, 09 Januaryps I’m so thrilled at being mentioned – you’ve made my day! xx
awayfromtheblue
Posted at 03:38h, 09 JanuaryOh what a lovely gift, that’s a great wrap! Looks so good on you, and I love your red statement velvet ankle boots 🙂
Thank you for the link up!
Hope that the first week of 2018 went well for you and that this week is off to a good start too!
Away From The Blue Blog
Vanity And Me Style
Posted at 02:47h, 09 JanuaryNeutrals are by far my favourite colour palette. The bag is gorgeous Jess What a great find xx.
Nancy
Posted at 02:28h, 09 JanuaryAlthough the poncho is fabulous and the boots amazing(you never fail me with your outfits!), the bag is stunning! It s been a long time sinds I ve seen such a fabulous bag! What a fantastic buy!
Jill James
Posted at 01:30h, 09 JanuaryHappy New Year Jess. I am a big fan of animal print of any kind and find as you say it is timeless , I think of it as a neutral and as you show so beautifully here perfect for the Winter. Those red boots and bag are the best finishing touches.