Rustic and Refined Living: a fashion and lifestyle blog of understated luxury living
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Top your favorite pair of jeans with a comfy, oversized sweater and pair the look with western-style ankle boots to create a go-to look all winter long. To take the look to the next level, carry a suede purse or backpack in a similar shade as your boots. With this look, a pair of gold … Continue reading The One Casual Outfit Formula To Wear All Winter Long
Where preppy style meets athleisure, these most beloved brands have the looks you’ll love. Perfect for yoga class, running, tennis, pilates, bike riding or leisurely walks, these active separates are perfect for being active on the go. Velour Separates (Lilly Pulitzer) Quilted Zip Front Tennis Jacket (Lacoste) Diamond Quilted Shep Shirt (Vineyard Vines) Skipper … Continue reading Resolve To Stay Stylish While Getting Fit This Year With These 7 Preppy Brands
To read the article about the origin of the Palm Beach Sandal (a.k.a. Bonanno’s or Luigi’s) and the difference between them and the Jack Rogers sandals, click here. Images via: Pinterest Continue reading The Navajo Sandal | Jack Rogers vs. Palm Beach Sandals
Layer in true preppy style with these must-have winter wardrobe essentials. Ski/Cabin Socks New England House Socks, $35.00 (or these cozy cabin socks) Sweater Mock Neck Aran Cable Sweater – Fair Isle, NOW $61.99 – $37.19 with code SNOWFALL (Was $89.95) Fleece Pullover Fair Isle Fleece Pullover, NOW $102.99 – $51.49 with … Continue reading The Winter Edit – The Preppy Pieces To Add To Your Wardrobe
Reading, relaxing, or recuperating. The “HIS SHIRT” is what you’ll want to wear all day long, however you intend to spend the day. LAUREN Ralph Lauren, HIS Sleep Shirt (Roll-Cuff), $59.00 LAUREN Ralph Lauren , Logo Stripe, $70.00 LAUREN Ralph Lauren , Plaid, NOW $23.60 (Was $59.00) LAUREN Ralph Lauren, Pinstriped, … Continue reading The “HIS SHIRT” Sleep Shirt For Women By Ralph Lauren: Perfect For Lounging
“It’s time to drink champagne!” ‘Tis the season for the ultimate holiday party of the year. Dance the night away in a pair of gorgeous glitter (or sequin) pumps. For a night in or a night out, look even more festive by pairing them with a velvet, sequin, or metallic dress in your favorite color. … Continue reading Sparkle On New Year’s Eve
Now that the cold weather has officially arrived we are ready to put away our fall pieces in order to make room for our favorite cozy and stylish winter knits. Each season calls for a few new editions to add to the ever-growing collection. Shop our favorite preppy picks of Argyle, Fair Isle, Aran, cable-knit, … Continue reading Sweater Weather
Don a pretty blue party dress this New Year’s Eve. Whether hosting an intimate celebration at home with a few friends or headed to a fancy ball, from casual to formal, we have dress ideas for every type of party. Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source … Continue reading Blue Is The New Black: LBD (Little Blue Dress) Ideas To Wear This New Year’s Eve
At a loss for what to wear this Thanksgiving? Use your Thanksgiving dinner’s formality level to dish up some serious style with any of these outfit ideas. Casual Outfit #1: Top (a cheaper one here) | Skirt | Boots | Blazer Outfit #2: Shirt | Skirt (or this one) | Belt | Sweater | … Continue reading Thanksgiving Outfit Ideas: Casual, Classic, Refined, Or Dressy
This fashion trio will always have you looking put-together and stylish. It is classic, timeless, and fresh-looking thanks to the navy blue color palette. Puff Sleeve Trench at the Gap // Flats at Nordstrom // Tory Burch Tote at Shopbop Images via: Gap, Nordstrom, Shopbop Continue reading Outfit-Making Outerwear & Accessories: A Trench Coat, Totebag, & Ballerina Flats
