This submit is sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue.

I speak rather a lot right here about my entire feigned effort tackle dressing and the way that’s translated into what I’ve been calling my Schleppy-Stylish Type over the previous couple of years.

What can I say — I like high-impact and low-effort outfits. (I imply, what’s to not love…?) Which is why this alter ego I flip to just about any time I need to dress for actual works equally properly.

I name her Flirty Tomboy, and she or he’s been with me since highschool. She’s cool however not too cool. Obsessively collects lip gloss and adjustments her personal oil. (Enjoyable truth: I can!) And has all of three hairstyles in her arsenal: down, ponytail and messy bun (obv.).

With regards to dressing, the Flirty Tomboy formulation is easy: denims, T-shirt, one thing menswear-ish. Completed off with just a few candy particulars that make the entire thing really feel extra intentional, whereas nonetheless, in fact, being straightforward as heck to put on.

I do know, I do know. Dressing up denims and a tee? We’ve seen this earlier than. However I’m not claiming to be breaking new floor right here. As an alternative, take into account this a reminder that it’s a basic for a purpose.

blazer (XS, runs barely massive) | baseball tee (XS, TTS) | denims (25, TTS) | heels (TTS) | clutch

This getup is my go-to for brunches, women’ nights, and, particularly, dates with Chris once I need to really feel slightly extra just like the gal he fell in love with. I imply, I’m, in fact, the identical individual. However as anybody with children can perceive, I’m additionally…so very a lot not. So, whereas Schleppy-Stylish Em is cool and cozy and never trying-too-hard, Flirty Tomboy Em is making an attempt simply sufficient. *performs with hair* Giggle.

Being fully frank right here, I additionally suppose Chris would agree that Flirty Tomboy Em’s type appeals extra to his normal style in ladies’s trend. And whereas I wholeheartedly consider you must gown for you, it feels good to catch the attention of the one you love once in a while.

#SaksStyle — Flirty Outfit-Makers (That Aren’t Too Candy)

So, this Valentine’s Day, that is what I’ll be sporting. It feels so unapologetically me that I’m smiling simply scripting this submit. And it revolves round a few actually enjoyable outfit-makers that I’m so excited to have picked up from Saks just lately.

As you already know, we’re large followers of Saks Fifth Avenue round right here. Simply seeing that iconic Saks script on the web site brings me again to my adolescence, when purchasing Saks was nearly unfathomably cool and, as such, an extremely thrilling, uncommon deal with. (True story: my first-ever Saks buy was a tube of copper Christian Dior hair mascara — anybody else!?) I nonetheless get these little butterflies purchasing Saks right now.

blazer (XS, runs barely massive) | baseball tee (XS, TTS) | denims (25, TTS) | heels (TTS) | clutch

Simple Valentine’s Day Outfit Inspo: Add An Iconic Menswear Blazer + A Pop Of Purple

Whereas I like purchasing Saks in retailer (it’s a type of issues I reserve for me time — no kiddos allowed, thankyouverymuch…), purchasing Saks on-line is intuitive and enjoyable, and it’s one of many first locations I flip when wanting so as to add one thing investment-worthy to my wardrobe. Just like the Anine Bing plaid blazer I’m sporting right here. Or these pink Kate Spade pumps that have been the inspiration for this complete submit. Extra on each of these, and every thing else the Flirty Tomboy in me is loving, beneath.

Anine Bing Diana Plaid Blazer: I’ve lengthy been eyeing an Anine Bing blazer, and this one simply felt proper. (Anine Bing, in spite of everything, is the embodiment of Flirty Tomboy perfection.) The proportions of this blazer are each nostalgic and fashionable, the feel and plaid sample basic. It’s the type of piece that pairs simply as simply with a gown and heels because it does with wide-leg denims, a sweater and chunky boots. And, in fact, it’s ideally suited to a jeans-and-T-shirt state of affairs.

The standard is superb too — as properly it must be, for the worth. However for a timeless piece that may see common put on no less than three seasons of the yr round right here (it’s a heavier weight, one thing between a go well with jacket and a lightweight coat), it feels prefer it’s well worth the funding. For sizing, I’m often between an XS and S, and I’m sporting the XS right here, which is deliberately outsized however not laughably so.

Price noting: I don’t sometimes put on my coats or blazers over my shoulders due to the seemingly awkward, impracticality of all of it, however rattling, if I gained’t begin now. In truth, I’m nearly aggravated by how a lot I really like the draped look (scroll up a photograph or two), dang it. I’m blaming the blazer as a result of it’s simply that good.

Kate Spade Marlene Mary Jane Pumps: These have been the impetus for this complete outfit. I took one have a look at them, and it was lust at first sight. I instantly knew they’d refresh all my favourite denims. Add in the truth that they remind me oh-so a lot of a pair of Kate Spade heels that I (regretfully) parted methods with years in the past, and I used to be bought.

The colour is happiness, distilled, and the right nod to Valentine’s Day (if slightly on the nostril). That little little bit of sparkle on the buckle makes them really feel simply glam sufficient — and the reduce of the shoe itself is even slightly bit horny. I imply, a Mary Jane is a basic for nearly any event, however add in a wee little bit of toe cleavage and it’s downright date-worthy.

And I don’t say this flippantly, however they’re really fairly dang comfortable. As soon as upon a time, I was group nothing-shorter-than-4-inches, however the 3.25-inch heel on these is good. There’s a slim mattress of cushioning too. Match is true to measurement.

Veronica Beard Mason Baseball Tee: I can’t bear in mind a time once I didn’t have a baseball tee in my closet. They’re the final word tomboy important, and the puff sleeves on this one are a candy element that’s not too frilly. And whereas a slouchy baseball tee can have actually cool, boyfriend-y vibes, the semi-fitted nature of this tee is such a welcome departure from all of the outsized issues I’ve been draping myself in currently. Cute, snug, and one thing I’ll completely attain for many times. Sporting an XS.

Levi’s Wedgie Excessive-Rise Straight-Leg Denims: These Levi’s Wedgie denims are superb for those who’ve been uncertain the right way to migrate away from skinnies — they’re nonetheless fitted and flattering on the bum, and the leg is straight sufficient to really feel present whereas juuuust skimming curves the place it counts. I’ve owned them for just a few months now, and so they’re the pair I attain for many once I need one thing that’s not wide-leg or too roomy by means of the seat and thigh.

I really like the juxtaposition of the black denim with the intense heels, however these are solely too good with white sneaks too. Match is true to measurement and is totally superb after slightly break-in, however for a lower-maintenance match, you may additionally measurement up.

Loeffler Randall Rayne Pleated Clutch: This clutch is one other piece I’ve been eyeing for some time figuring out that almost all of my purses — even the little ones — skew fairly informal. It’s deceivingly roomy inside, and the signature Loeffler Randall pleating makes this piece so elegant. The gold chain strap is absolutely detachable, so it may be worn on the shoulder or tucked underneath your arm, as properly.

Get your flirt on, gang!
xo,
Em

Thanks to Saks for sponsoring this submit. Saks has such lust-worthy items, and it at all times seems like a deal with purchasing there — whether or not it’s in individual or on-line — so it’s extra-special to get to work collectively and sing its praises right here. And thanks a lot for studying and spending time with us right here at The Mother Edit. We love doing what we do and are so appreciative of your assist!

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Photographs by Carolyn Stockman. Thanks, good friend! We at all times have an excessive amount of enjoyable. ?

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