One Sweet Find: 5 Ways to Wear It

The Sparkly Wool Sweater

Day 4:  A Soft Backdrop to a Bright Red Statement

I almost didn't buy these ivory pants when I saw them on the rack at Marshalls last year, but I'm glad I did!  I've used a lot of stain stick and will continue to, though.  But I love the way the sweater and the pants create a soft backdrop to this bright red top and fierce crystal statement necklace.  They draw your attention up, which I like because, let's be honest, wearing white or ivory pants can be intimidating.  They're not always the most flattering color of pants!

Sweater:  Banana Republic
Top:  Francesca's
Pants:  Marshalls
Necklace:  Target
Clutch:  Banana Republic

One Sweet Find: 5 Ways to Wear It

The Sparkly Wool Sweater

Day 3:  Sparkles, Green Ruffles & Pearls

I really want to pull out all of my spring clothes but Mother Nature is not cooperating.  So, this is a way to wear a spring dress - with a wool sweater.  This dress is extremely versatile. It has a beautiful full-waisted skirt.  In fact, it's so full, I wore this dress while I was pregnant.  I found it at Old Navy and I fell in love with the Kelly Green color!

One Sweet Find: 5 Ways to Wear It

The Sparkly Wool Sweater

Day 2:  Stripes & Sparkles

At first, I realized I was pairing this sweater with all solid colors and I had to change that.  I knew stripes or a pattern would work well with this too.  This is actually one of my favorite looks.  In fact, I tried it with a few different belts and couldn't decide.  I guess there are more options for just this look than I could have imagined.

One Sweet Find: 5 Ways to Wear It

The Sparkly Wool Sweater

Day 1:  Sparkles, Neon Pink & White

I love this Banana Republic wool sweater because it's incredibly warm and it's different than the average wool sweater.  The looks I paired this sweater with are actually all items I had in my closet already that I hadn't worn in a while.  I wore this neon pink J. Crew Factory top once and decided it was too bright; however, I think the ivory and light brown tones in this sweater help to soften the look of it.

Sweater:  Banana Republic
Pink Top:  J. Crew Factory Store
Pants:  Macy's
Clutch:  Target
Necklace:  Forever 21

Spring 2014: Blush Pink

Spring 2014: Blush Pink by sweetonstyle showing what to wear with pointed toe shoes

Cocktail prom dress, $315 / Lela Rose knee length cocktail dress / Giles lace collar dress, $840 / Zac Posen dusty rose dress / Coast embellished cocktail dress, $210 / Coast sleeve cocktail dress, $585 / Jaeger funnel neck coat, $500 / Topshop skinny leg jeans / Kurt Geiger pointed toe shoes, $450 / Repetto leather ballet shoes / J Crew pink crystal jewelry / Wet Seal pink hair accessory

Valentine's Day: Love & Live Life

Happy Valentine's Day!  Whether you have a sweetheart or not, today is all about loving your life and living it to the fullest.

Although, yes, I do absolutely love to wear and write about beautiful sparkly colorful things, today I have to reflect and tell you things are always secondary in my life.   Things do make each of us feel wonderful and confident, but they certainly won't bear hug us back, say "I love you," or dry our tears after a hard day.   Things will continue to go in and out of style every season.  Our fiercely loyal loved ones will never flinch and will always love, inspire and stand by us with open arms.

Last year, I lost a dear friend who was by every measure a phenomenal woman.  Her body just couldn't keep up with her electrifying personality and huge heart.  She fought for her life with every ounce of her soul.  Every day, I am reminded to live a little bit more for her.   It means not taking any moments - any seconds - for granted.  It means hugging loved ones tighter, feeling emotions more deeply and really being in the moment (minus the smartphone).  

It means appreciating all of the little moments in life that in the end are really the most important and special moments anyway!

Fashion Week Inspiration: Black & White

Fashion Week Inspiration: Black & White by sweetonstyle featuring ALDO

Topshop dress / Alice You mini dress / Topshop slim jacket / Elle ponte pencil skirt / Ann Taylor black shoes / Peep toe pumps / Michael Kors travel bag / ALDO handbag