Trend Spin: Animal Print

{ What I Wore: sunglasses c/o Fanta-eyes // J.Crew Factory tank // American Eagle belt* // Target leopard jeans (similar) // Yuni Kelley link bracelet // Nine West pumps }
* gifted in Southern Blog Society swag bag

Remember these pants??

Pretty sure I got them for $11 at Target last year... & surprisingly for pants this loud, I have gotten tons of use out of them. But I'm happy that for something this "trendy" I didn't have to break the bank.

I am thrilled to be participating in the Trend Spin link up with the ever so lovely Walking in Memphis in High Heels & The Fashion Canvas. This week's trend? One of my all time favorites... you guessed it, Animal Print!

I think animal print can actually be quite timeless (a la my flats in yesterday's post) or it can go bold - ahem... today's pants!? So tell me, how do you spin the trend? Classic, edgy, feminine, or eclectic?

Read more to see all the fabulous link-up entries!

white button down: b&w

{ What I Wore: J.Crew white button down // Urban Outfitters blazer // Target leopard skinnies // ShoeDazzle silver pumps // vintage clutch // Nars "Heat Wave" lipstick }

{ Get the Look }

white button down {$39.50} + black blazer {$49, exact} + leopard skinnies {exact pair, on sale for $8!!| + silver pumps {$23.97, exact} + red lippy {$26.00, exact} + silver clutch {$16.99}

White button-downs are not only for corporate meetings - in fact, they can be totally transformed for date night outings.... the perfect blank slate in your closet!

I like to loosen up a few buttons & pair this basic with a sleek blazer, printed skinnies & pumps that POP! (boy approved too!)

Mini moment caught in the action of my self-timer, checking a message from my man!

Have you rocked your white button-down for a night out?

How do you take this wardrobe staple from work to play?

Today I am linking up with MarionBerry Style for her Trend of the Month Challenge: Black & White. See the other fab b&w looks here.

peachy keen

{ What I Wore: J.Crew Blythe blouse // Target leopard skinnies & buckle booties } 

{ Get the Look }

peach button down {$36.99} + leopard skinnies {$22.99} + buckle booties {$59.00}

The three pieces in my closet that I reach to again and again: button-down, skinny jeans, booties

So why not throw them all together, keep the extras to a minimum & let the basics shine?

awkward&awesome

{What I Wore: Gap men's shirt // Target leopard denim // H&M clutch // Converse sneakers}

{awkward}

- FOUR people found my blog yesterday by Googling "grease pants"! Maybe I should just own that I like shiny things, including these pants (yes, I'm a magpie!)
- the smell that Left brain, right brain, pug brain mentioned in this post... it is in my house somewhere... can't find the source yet... there are no words!
- So far the weather in Nashville during July has been either 110 ˚F or raining... seriously, is there a happy medium that can be found? I have some outdoor business to take care of... a little thing called fashion blogging photo-sessions... let's work this out together, Weather

{awesome}

- Sunday motorcycle drives in beautiful parks, with a return trip past houses of the rich and famous 

(but seriously, if you have that much money why would you build this?)

- Did you see how I stuck that landing up there? Yup, I still got it! 

(and by "it" i mean my 3rd grade swing skilz)

- This blue shirt? It's the boy's ... my outfit possibilities just doubled!

- My camera is currently charging because I am headed home this weekend, and I can't wait to get some time with my beautiful baby nieces #bufflogals

- um, did I mention that I have decided to go home this weekend? Lake here I come!

- Less than 1 month till my bestie's bachelorette party on the beach! 

I may or may not have an official count down on my phone! ha

How has your week been awkward & awesome!?
xx

Jessica

leopard save

Last week during my Jason Wu fueled shopping trip to Target, I picked up another gem too - leopard print jeans! I have been eyeing the fabulous Current/Elliot leopard skinny jeans spotted on Celebs and Fashion Bloggers alike. But not having $200 to spend on fashion jeans, I was beyond thrilled to find a near identical pair for under $25. Seems like Taylor of Curly in the City shared the same thought bubble - as she just published her smart purchase too... what a savvy girl!

Photo {via}

{ Real / Steal }

Which one do you prefer?

I wore my fashion steal out recently, but can't wait to wear them more this Spring and Summer

StyleMint tee {Wilshire, sign up}
Target leopard jeans
Charlotte Russe booties {out of stock, similar}
ModCloth necklace {currently out of stock, you have to stalk it!}

Showing my fierce face, and rocker attitude! It is so sexy to save!

Despite the crazy pattern, I think these skinny jeans will be quite versatile for casual and dressy outings now and into warmer months... 

Here's how I plan to be working them:

Polyvore dream board: leopard 2 ways

{casual}
{ Suede flats / Pink sweater / Moto jacket / Chain necklace}

{dressy}

{ Pink top / Black blazer / Black pumps (or here) / Statement necklace }

Are you convinced?
Any fab fashion steals lately? Dish, I love a good bargain!
xx

Jessica


P.S. See Jill's Work it Wednesday (she is the creator of this awesome idea) right over here

P.P.S. If you are here from the "IT" List, Welcome!
I hope you will stay a second and check out some of my other posts from this week:

- Do you prefer your shoes showing or hiding under your wide/flare leg pants?

- I celebrated Galentine's with my girls (seeing "The Vow") and Valentine's with my man tangoing.  What about you?

- Let's be real, Winter has been here for long enough, but until it warms up, I will be found with my two snuggle buddies

- I'm no expert, but here is how I dress cute for date night in the Winter. Do you have any tips?

Have a great weekend!