Beauty & Style with Jill {week II}

Welcome back to my weekly new column, where I share my favorite ensembles from the prior week to help you create new looks with all the clothes you already own.

My first look is directly inspired by this sweater jacket that I originally found on Pinterest. 

I fell in love with it months ago.  But the jacket was just too expensive for me to rationalize buying it.   I waited and waited for a sale.  Hoping it would still be available. When the email arrived that everything was 40% off I quickly looked the sweater up and the site said sold-out.  BOO!  But I decided to take a chance and drive over to our new store here in town.  I showed the salesperson the jacket and she said, “we have ONE left in the store”.  It was not only on sale but was already marked down.   Major score!   It was in my size and fit me perfectly.   This will be a staple in my closet for sure!

 

 

You can purchase this sweater jacket while still in stock right here from Anthropologie

Crème cowl neck sweater – LOFT last year

Red Cable knit Sweater – Kohl’s

Skinny Jeans – last year American Eagle

Ugg Brooks Tall Brown Boots – right here

Gold chain necklace – Loft last year

This next ensemble is a few older items that I put together to brighten up a cold dreary day.

 

Infinity Scarf is from Whole Foods Market last season

Brown Cardigan Sweater – Target last year

Skinny Jeans – American Eagle

Ugg Brooks Tall Brown Boots – right here

 

Blush sweater dress – Francesca’s

Black Leggings with fleece lining {oh yeah!} – Francesca’s

Scarf – Payless Shoe’s last year

Ugg Brooks Tall Black Boots – right here

My final outfit is a favorite go to when the temps are this cold.  It’s comfy and casual, yet super cute!

The bump at my belly is the BELT!  LOL! Just sayin’

I also have to mention that my kids have been taking all the photos of me with my cell phone. 

Aren’t they doing an awesome job?

Tan Cardigan- LOFT last season

Grey Turtleneck Sweater – LOFT last season

Skinny Jeans – American Eagle

Brown Clark Mullen Spice Boots – Amazon 

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE them!  I have them in black too!

Fashion Tips:
1:  Add a faux fur collar to your winter outfit or coat like this,  you can order the one on the left here.

2:   ROCK Winter Whites: 

I love the tulle skirt with the green cardigan and statement necklace for a totally fun, flirty, and classic look!

 

3:  Use a scarf to really bring your outfit to life – DO NOT be afraid to add color! 

I love this navy ensemble with the fuchsia scarf!

This classic outfit is all from LOFT.

Reese pulls the same all black look together with a gorgeous fuchsia scarf.

I’m madly in love with this BRIGHT colorful ensemble and will be putting it together with things I already own.

    

I hope you are enjoying this new column!
I would love to see how you incorporate these looks and tips into your daily ensembles, so please tag me on Instagram using #over40looksgood or #stylebyjill 
Until next week, be sure to wear your best accessory a SMILE!

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