Who What Wear Feature: The Spring Trends We're Loving

The warmer winter weather this year has me thinking that it’s the perfect time to make room in my closet for some of the newest spring fashion! In a recent article for Who What Wear, “We’re in Our 50s, and These Are the 10 Spring Trends We'll Wear the Most,” my blogging BFF Janet Gunn and I once again do our best to take the guess-work out of how to style some of our favorite budding trends as we say hello to spring!

 Yep, it’s almost time to put away our teddy coats and boots in favor of all the looks we started coveting way back in September, when Fall Fashion Week gave us a sneak peek of what was to come in late March when spring officially arrives.  

Dress by Zimmerman

 As women in our 50’s we’ve learned that when it comes to trends, it’s best to pick and choose. Just like deciding on the right diet or hairstyle, a girl has to decide what works for her, not for her sister, bff or favorite super model.  

 Since there’s a lot of fun fashion on the horizon, we’ve done our best to sift through it to share our short-list of favorites that you may want to flirt with. Below you’ll find the Spring 2020 looks we’ll be embracing with open arms; giving you inspo to start preparing your closet for warmer temps and these hot new trends!   

Outfit by Elodie K

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Skirt by Matteau

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Top by Veronica Beard

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Full Bloom 

Florals  

Spring has sprung and flowers are definitely blooming in the fashion world! Have some fun styling this blossoming look with a trending western bootie or loafer.  

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Dress by Ripley Rader

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Dress by Zara (Sold Out)

Dy-No-Mite! 

60’s and 70’s Vibe 

The 60’s are back…and, so are the 70’s! Wallpaper prints, patterned midi’s and flowy fabrics all have us feeling groovy.

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Dress by Ba & Sh

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Boots by Sam Edelman

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Pants by Ripley Rader

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White Out 

White is Red Hot 

Got White? Wear this non-color, color from head to toe and channel a fresh, clean vibe, or add just a slight touch of white to your look with an accent shoe or handbag.  

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Wearing Franne Golde White Magic Pants. Top by Hark & Hammer

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Slip Dress by Zara

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Dress by Anine Bing

Inside Out 

Lingerie As Outerwear 

Lingerie as outerwear is going to be everywhere. You won’t find us sporting midriff baring bra tops, but we will be embracing this trend in our 50-something way. Pair a slip dress with a white sneaker and chunky cardigan (both are two more big trends for spring) or wear a feminine cami with trending white bottoms.  

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Outfit by A.L.C

The Scoop on Sherbet 

Pastels and Sherbet Colors 

Pops of color will be seen everywhere this spring, but so will the softer shades. The sherbet and pastel side of the color wheel have definitely captured our attention and are kind to most skin tones.   

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Dress by LOVESHACKFANCY

Top Tier 

Tiered Dresses and Skirts  

Long or short, multiple tiers or just a couple, this is the perfect flirty trend to usher in springtime’s playful feel.

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Skirt by Zara (sold out)

Let’s Polka!  

Polka Dot Patterns 

Marc Jacobs once said “There is never a wrong time for a polka dot”, and we couldn’t agree more.  

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Scarf by Franne Golde

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Go With the Flow 

Scarves  

The scarf is having a moment. Whether tied around your ponytail, or worn on your head to hide a bad hair day, this accessory is working over-time this spring. 

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Flower Power 

Decorative Pins and Brooches 

We noticed this accessory started making a comeback a couple years ago, but for Spring 2020 they are in full bloom as flower pins are seen planted on tops, sweaters and jackets. 

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Bag by Staud

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Bag by Fendi

In the Bag 

Structured Bags 

Whether it’s itsy-bitsy, boxy, a sling or framed, there’s a bag for everyone this season. We love the modern take of these structured bags shown in trending white and fun, full transparency!    

Shop the look in the carousel below! 

Click HERE to read the post on WhoWhatWear!

Who What Wear Feature: We’re in Our 50’s and Use These 10 Basics to Stay Chic!

“With good basics, you’ll have endless options.” As I head toward my mid-fifties, that quote has become my mantra. Not only does a closet filled with well-chosen basics make getting dressed easier, but they also act as the perfect foundation to play with seasonal up-to-the-minute fashion without going head-to-toe trendy. I always like to start with basic pieces as the canvas and pair them with the latest cat-walk inspo. My blogging bestie, Janet Gunn, and I wrote about this very basic subject in our latest feature for Who What Wear called, “We're in Our 50s and Rely on These 10 Basics to Look Chic.” Read on to see some of our favorite staples and how we style them to showcase our own individual looks.  

What do straight-leg jeans, a blazer, and a white button-down all have in common? They are the holy trinity of closet essentials! Being in our 50’s, both of us have definitely had our share of “what were we thinking” fashion moments. But through a lot of hit or miss over the years, and experimenting with different styles and trends, we have learned one crucial tip that we now swear by. Basics are your best friend. Thankfully, as we’ve gotten older our fashion choices have gotten wiser! We’ve each developed our own signature styles by anchoring with the basics and then adding accessories and seasonal trends to bring out our fashion personalities. Just as a house needs a solid foundation to build upon, so do our wardrobes.

In addition to a few other key pieces like a crew neck sweater, white t-shirt, leather jacket, trench coat, black boots, and a classic handbag, basics are the building blocks of an always put-together wardrobe. Oh, and let’s not forget our favorite animal print…leopard! This classic cat has definitely made its way to basics status in our fashion bibles!

Acting as the perfect canvas to experiment with trends, these staples can take you from casual to chic in a New York fashion week minute! And best of all, they don’t have to be expensive! See how we each style our unique looks starting with similar affordable basic pieces every woman should own.

The Blazer

A blazer is a non-negotiable essential and you can never have too many. Wear a black belted blazer with a denim skirt trend to add a level of chic off-duty style, or pair a boyfriend cut with other classic besties like a white t-shirt, and jeans or a silk midi.

The Power Suit

Technically a blazer with matching pants, every boss babe, aspiring and established, should own one of these.

The White Blouse

Nothing says crisp, clean and fresh like the perfect fitting white button down. Our motto- when you find one you like, buy a few!

The Straight Leg Denim

Straight leg denim paired with the right shoe - classic pump or boots- can amp up your business casual look, taking you from a lunch meeting to an evening of cocktails and brainstorming.

Bag shown above by Parker Thatch - medium mimi camo bold red

The Cozy Sweater

Whether you’re going for a classic crew or mock turtle-neck, everyone needs a cozy sweater they feel fabulous in.

The Classic Trench Coat

A trench coat is always tres chic! Especially when combined with a classic white t-shirt and on trend denim. Checks all the boxes!

The Leopard Print

Got a little leopard in our life! Remember how we said leopard was a basic for us? We weren’t kidding!

The Leather Jacket

A leather jacket is a no-brainer in our arsenal of basics. What other piece in your wardrobe can serve as classic and on-trend, retro and modern at the same time?

The Black Boot

High, low, or over the knee, boots are always made for walking…in style.

The Classic Bag

Every girl needs a classic handbag to finish off her look. A pop of red adds a little flair to a classic, structured shape.

“Trendy is the last stage before tacky.” -Karl Lagerfeld

Want to steal our looks? Shop the carousel below for even more great basics! And to read the full article on Who What Wear, click HERE!

Gratitude + Best of Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! This is my favorite holiday of the year as it reminds me to be grateful for what I have. “When you love what you have, you have everything you need.” This quote truly resonates with me and I still pinch myself every day for my health, family, friends, and home. I also want to thank you for following me and all your support. I could not be where I am today without you and appreciate you so much!

Now since it’s Black Friday/Cyber Monday weekend, let’s talk deals… This is also a great time of year to shop for yourself and the family and friends in your life so why not take advantage of all the sales going on throughout this weekend? With so many holiday events around the corner, now is the perfect time to get in on some amazing deals before the prices go back up to full retail. I just purchased several items from the Anine Bing sale at 70% off today!

Are you more of a Black Friday or a Cyber Monday shopper? Whichever is your favorite day to shop, I think we can all agree there is nothing better than scoring a fabulous deal on what you have been patiently coveting. With the overwhelming amount of super-sales happening right now, how do you even begin to start sifting through all the tempting offers? To help make decisions easier, I’ve rounded up the best deals on some of my favorite items and brands along with shopping codes to share. Whether you take advantage of these sales to purchase holiday gifts, or to buy what’s on your own wish list, they are all just a click away; saving you money, time, and your sanity. 

Below is a list of my fave partners and retailers with the best sales to shop now!

Melissa Meyers X Olie Golden Ray Glow Drops. Wrap by Franne Golde.

Deals for Friends of The Glow Girl

Olie Organic Oils: 30% off selected Olie face oils; pre-order Golden Ray Glow drops to receive a bonus complimentary whisker oil with this purchase and free shipping from 11/29-12/2

Franne Golde: 35% off all merchandise until 12/2 at midnight

VisionQuest: Use code BFFGLOW20 for 20% off from 11/29– 12/2

Melissa Meyers x Looma Glow Necklace: Use code GLOW20 for 20% off purchase  

Karen Lazar: Use code GLOWGIRL10 for 10% off

Passport to Beauty: Use code GLOWGIRL20 for 20% off

SkinTe: Use GLOWGIRL40BF code at check out or click this LINK to receive 40% off when spending $100

Grayson: Use code THEPERFECTGIFT to receive free monogramming

Favorite Sales from Selected Retailers

Shop directly in the carousels below!

NORDSTROM - Up to 50% off!

SHOPBOP - Up to 25% off full-price items and up to 75% off sale items!

VERONICA BEARD - Use code GOBBLE all weekend long to get 15% off select sale items!

NEIMAN MARCUS - Up to 50% off selected styles!

BANDIER - 25% off entire site!

FARFETCH – Extra 30% off, click here for promotion code!

INTERMIX  - $50 off every $250!

NET-A-PORTER - Up to 50% off!

SEPHORA - Best deals of the year!

ANINE BING - Up to 70% off selected items!

Wrap by Franne Golde. Photo: Stefanie Marie.

I hope you find some great pieces on sale during the best discount shopping weekend of the year! Enjoy!
xxMelissa