Style Inspiration

Since I've committed to blogging about fashion tips and how to's, I decided I'd better brush up on some style tips myself! Keep in mind that the main reason I've decided to venture into this daunting area is for the simple fact that I'm desperate for a style makeover!

I've already waxed lovingly about my unhealthy relationship with a pair of black leggings on my other blog, but it's been an upward battle to keep myself from falling oh so comfortably into the yoga pants and sneaker trap. Oh how far have I fallen from the stylish days of yore (also known as the pre-baby/toddler days). The days that I didn't leave the house in four inch stilettos seam like a distant dream...

But no more. Black leggings and yoga pants be gone! I commit to making 2013 my most stylish year yet. Thanks for coming along on this journey with me.

So I did some poking around on the fashion blogosphere to help me get inspired for a more stylish year. Here is a round up of just a few that I found. All are a bit intimidatingly fashion-y but they do a fine job of inspiring me to kick my yoga pants to the curb!

Atlantic Pacific
Funiform...something I can definitely see myself trying. Minus the hat. Okay, the hat too!

Devon Rachel
Wild Thaang - adding printed pants into your wardrobe. Something I'm not sure I'll be tackling anytime too soon.

Of course the outfits I will be throwing on, I mean, putting together will have to be toddler friendly. That's always the big challenge. At first it was breast feeding,  now it's food stains, crayons, mud, snot..., you name it, it's getting on your clothes. So washable, washable, washable is still the almighty mantra, even in the most stylish year.

Thoughts? Ideas or fashion tips, questions you'd like to share? Leave them in the comments - I'd love to hear from you!

New Beginnings

Why hello...it's been a while! Believe me that's not due to a lack of interesting events to post about. In fact, its been the very opposite! Let's just say that it's been a whirlwind of change and development. All for the better.

First off, an announcement.

I'm launching my official Jay + Renae website. After much debate and hand wringing, I've decided to take the plunge. Which means that I will be bidding Etsy a sad farewell in the very near future. I'll discuss the reasons in an upcoming post. (If you're visiting from my Etsy site, make sure to sign up for updates here so we can stay connected)! Now, let the web designing begin!

The website layout and functionality is coming along - so grateful to have found such a great website builder - easy going and fantastic to work with! And I just discussed the major design elements with my favorite graphic designer and friend and we're getting ready to implement the finishing touches in the next couple weeks.

Now I'm on the search for the perfect color palette. Enter this fantastic blog: Color Collective.

So far these are the contenders, all courtesy of Color Collective. Let me know what you think!

Pale Seafoam and Lilac w Steel Grey and Navy + Coppery Gold Accents
Image via Color Collective

Pale Pinks w Dark Aqua + Black Accents
Image via Color Collective

Bold Teal Green w Aqua Blue + Midnight Blue and Magenta Accents
Image via Color Collective

Aqua and Beige w Pale Coral + Black Accents
Image via Color Collective

I'm leaning towards the first color palette. I'm really liking the sophistication but still need to narrow down the color scheme to 4 colors to simplify things.

Thoughts? I'd love to get your feedback!