look for less: kourtney kardashian

How do you feel about the high waisted short?  We love Kourtney Kardashian's response to critics who say it looks like she is wearing "mom shorts"... "I have heard some people say I look like a 'mom', well guess what honey, I am a mom!"  She keeps her's age appropriate with the length but gives them a little edge with her funky wedges.

Vintage top, Forever 21 shorts, Marni wedges, Tom Ford sunglasses

 Do her look, all for under $100!

Sparkle and Fade Embellished Shoulder Top $19.99 at Urban Outfitters, Linen Woven Shorts $24.80 at Forever 21, Miss Me Bash-3 Ankle Strap Wedges $34.95 at Amazon, Vanessa Cross Bridge Sunglasses $9.99 at Tillys

JCrew Deal!

Jilly Moo's Deal...act fast! J.Crew online is running an extra 20% off spring items online only by entering the coupon code "EXTRA 20" at checkout.  If you are really racking up you can get free shipping for all orders of $150 or higher!  Hurry...ends tomorrow!  Click here to take you to the sale items.

Tabitha Leather T-strap Sandal discounted price $47.99

Crystal Rock Necklace discounted price $71.99

Gabriella Dress discounted price $47.60

Date Night with Jilly Moo's

Next event up...Date Night!!!  Whether you are newly married, just had a baby, or busy with kiddos schedules, it's always important to carve some time out for you and the hubby.  The objective of this night should be to have fun and NOT discuss kids, money, or work!  Tough I know, but its about reconnecting and having fun and your attire should reflect that.  We gave this task to 2 moms that are in a little different life stage of right now.  A new mom who works part time and a busy stay at home mom of 2 who both need some time with their hubbies!

Jessica:  First off, her figure is out of this world.  To be this skinny with a less than 1 year old should be a sin!  We love her anyway; even though we are green with envy.  Jessica is a minimalist.  She likes the latest and greatest but she also likes to keep it simple.  We tried to shake that out of her.

BEFORE:

It was small but BIG changes that the camera may have not picked up. The jean was the first thing we switched.  The fit of a jean is the most important and length was our issue with Jessica's jean.  We swapped them for one of our favorite jeans JBrand Ankle Skinny Jeans.

We decided that the scarf was too casual and covered up her rockin' figure (this is a night out with the hubby after all!) so instead we added a little color with a Silpada necklace and Adornement Jewelry by Design bracelets and voila...she was ready!

AFTER:

Megan: Is a busy mom of two...deserving of a night out with the hubby!  Meg has been asking for Jilly Moo's help with her closet (we help organize your wardrobe: what to keep, what to throw out, show how to wear your clothes different ways, and help with buying the must-haves!) and we are going to help and hopefully have the results posted soon!  Stay tuned!  She purchased this Ella Moss dress (that we loved!).  We just made a few touches to make it a little more fun and lets face it sexy (its for the hubby after all)...

BEFORE:

AFTER:

With a change of the shoe, accessories and a quick hair change she was ready!  By swapping the casual wedges for a dressier heel and pulling the hair back to show off the one shoulder she transformed her "going to lunch with the girls" to "watch out hubby...here I come!"  (Shoes and earrings were compliments of Moo's closet).

revamp your "mom uniform"

We have gotten several comments from readers who say they feel like they have fallen into the typical "mom outfit" of yoga pants, t-shirt and ponytail.  They say they just need a total makeover.  We will fess up.  If we are at home, you will find us in this very same uniform.  It's comfy and easy but not so easy on the eyes.  While we can't pull a Stacy London and come knocking on doors to hand out free make-overs, we can give some of our best advice on how to step up your daily look while still being comfortable and without too much effort.

 One of our favorite Celb Mom's is Jessica Alba.  She is the perfect example of how you can keep it practical but still have style!  How easy is it to throw on a comfy dress?  Add one timeless piece (here, a jean jacket) and one trendy piece (her great fringe sandals) and you look great.


DO
-Stay Comfy:  Just because you are taking it up a notch doesn't mean you have to compromise comfort.  If you love a t-shirt, wear a t-shirt!  Try a more interesting tee with pattern or fun embellishment.  Some of our current favorite comfy items are boyfriend shorts and jeans, loose tunics, t-shirts and tanks, ballet flats, and gladiator sandals.
-Use Your Accessories:  Accessories, particularly shoes, can make or break an outfit.  Use them wisely!  While we do love our flip-flops, we feel they are generally over used.  We encourage you to break out of the box and try something new.  It could be a gladiator sandal, thong sandal or ballet flat.  Adding a cool necklace or scarf around the neck, several bracelets on your arm, or a cool belt can add a little something to an otherwise boring outfit.  

DON'T
-Be Sloppy:  Comfort doesn't have to equal sloppy.  Leave the boxy shapeless t-shirt with the holes in it at home (on second thought, just toss it).
-Loose Yourself:  Trying to wear items that are too trendy if you are a simple gal will often come across as trying too hard.  Be yourself and keep your own style.  Are you a classic American gal?  Try a chambray button down, chino shorts, and simple jewelry.  Feeling California casual?  Go for a flowy sundress, strappy flat sandals, and a hobo bag.  A little more rocker?  A t-shirt with your favorite band, a cool belt and hat will look great on you.


It really doesn't have to be complicated.  Don't over think it.  Use some of these simple outfits that you can recreate yourself as inspiration.

Washed Chambray Shirt $59.50 at Gap, Broken In Boyfriend Chino $49.50 at J.Crew, Two Lips Tempted Sandal $84.95 at Nordstrom, Beaded Cuff Bracelet $10.50 at Old Navy

We the Free Swept Away Tunic $78 at Free People, Cropped Skinny Jeans $69.50 at Gap, Herbal Macrame Tie Sandal $40 at Topshop, Converse One Star Raw Canvas Fedora $14.99 at Target

Trouser Cutoff Jean Shorts $34.65 at Gap, Stripe Tank $23.67 at ASOS, TOMS Classic Canvas Slip-On $43.95 at Nordstrom, Studded Trim Belt $59.50 at Banana Republic

Girls Night Out with Jilly Moo's!

So we hatched a plan...gather our "girls"and ask them to dress in an outfit for an event that we assign them.  We then put our Jilly Moo's touch on it using only with what they brought and what we had laying around, sharing with them what works and what maybe not so much.  We have really good friends!  Don't worry, we enticed them with food and wine.  We had a great group so we are going to show you a little at a time.  First up...Girls Night Out!

Jillayne: Young, single and so much fun...Jillayne was a blast! She is outgoing and funny and we felt her clothes needed to match her personality...

BEFORE

AFTER

Adding the belt and fedora changed the look of this dress:  fun, youthful and more "Jillayne"!

Katie:  Mama of 2 toddlers (would have never guessed would you?) and like all of us mama's, needs a night with the girls! We thought it would be fun to give her this event because sometimes it's hard for us mom's to get a night out and even harder to know what to wear!

BEFORE

AFTER:

Katie kept it simple but fun, with the change of her hair and slight change in accessories she was able to perfect her GNO look while still sticking to her own personal style.

converse sale

Time to stock up on your weekend shoe!  Converse is offering 20% off all of shoes and clothes on their site.  Enter the code "CHUCKS17" at checkout to get your discount.  The same code also gets you free shipping.  RED products and One Stars are excluded.

Chuck Taylor All Star Tri-Stitch $55  ($44 sale price)

Navajo Print Tee $28 ($22.40 sale price)

You can even customize your own shoe.  So fun.

spring clean your makeup

Just as you Spring clean your house or your closet, now is a good time to think about doing a Spring clean of your makeup.  We are guilty too:  we often neglect this area and forget that makeup goes bad and needs to be tossed.  Gather up ALL of your makeup and paraphernalia and get ready to weed out and organize. Here are some general guidelines from one of our favorite makeup gurus, Bobbi Brown.

• Face Wash                  1 year
• Moisturizer                  1 year
• Foundation                  1 - 1.5 years
• Lipstick                       1 - 2 years
• Mascara                      3 - 4 months
• Powder                       2 years
• Eye Shadow                2 years

*Remember to wash your makeup brushes every 2 - 3 months and toss your sponges monthly.*

Throw out any brushes or sponges that are falling apart.
Get rid of anything you haven't used in six months or more.  It's tough but buckle down and move on.
If there is any liquid that has separated or smells funny, toss it.  Sometimes it's just common sense, girls.

It's a good time to get organized while you have your makeup out.  Check out these ways you can store your makeup.

Classic Makeup Sectionals $69 - $79 at Pottery Barn Teen

Acrylic Makeup Organizers $17.99 at The Container Store

Store yours in drawers like these.   Sterilite 3 Drawer Chest $10.74 at Stacks and Stackables

The mac daddy of storage:  Midnight Train Case $92 at Sephora

Online Discounts

Happy weekend all!  Its gloomy here in ol' Georgia so what else is better to do an a gloomy rainy day but stay inside and shop online?  Sounds like our ideal Saturday afternoon!  Here are a few online coupon codes to help you out!

Needsupply.com  Get 20% off your total order by entering the code "PEOPLE".  Good through May 24th!  *Beware: it does not include menswear and select designers*

The Fan Necklace discounted price $71.20

Roxy  20% off full price merchandise by entering the code "PSWMAY".  Offer good through June 30th.

Roxy has come a long way...love this look! Discounted price skirt $23.60 Tank $27.60

Shop Suey Boutique  20% off site wide through May 23rd by entering the code "PSWMAY".  Great site for affordable accessories!

Bren Necklace discounted price $22.40

Inswimwear.com  30% off site wide by entering the code "PSW30" through May 24th.

Triangle Bikini discounted price $45.50

Poko Pano Swimwear  30% off site wide by entering the code "POKO30" through May 24th.

Retro Girl discounted price $35.00

Backpacks for Spring

College students rejoice!  Backpacks are back.  These aren't the tiny backpacks of the 90's but full-on actual backpacks.  We still aren't quite sure about this trend.  We've always been a little leery about carrying our cash in a bag on our backs for whoever to take (call us paranoid).  Plus it seems a little overboard...do we really need a giant bag for all of our stuff?  We aren't treking across the Sahara, we are going to the grocery store.  That being said, Rachel Bilson looks pretty darn cute with her boho-chic bag at Coachella music festival.

Rachel Bilson at Coachella

 Louis Vuitton Spring 2010

J.Crew Backpack

If you do opt to jump on board this this trend, keep it edgy, not school girl.  Please don't break out your old Jansport.  Go California casual like Rachel Bilson did by pairing yours with flat sandals, cut-offs or a sundress.  Go a little more rocker like at Louis Vuitton by choosing a leather or embellished bag and wearing yours with jeans and a cool vest or jacket.  Try these:

Bellino Luciano Backpack $60 at Ebags

 Woven Front Backpack $44 at Newport News

 David Kind & Co. Jumbo Top Handle Backpack $102.40 at Ebags 

The Sak Eco Harmony Backpack $83 at Zappos

Earth Day!

Time to give Earth a big HUG today!  The green movement is here to stay.  Designers, celebs and people everywhere are on board so where else we would be but there as well!  We are feeling inspired and we want to share who is inspiring us:

Designers
We have dabbled in the organic/natural fiber clothing and ya know...it is worth the try!  Celebrate Earth Day by purchasing one of our favorite earth friendly designers/lines (this is how we know to help!).

Loomstate Organics:  100% organic cotton

Margarita Dress $130

Alternative Apparel:  Something for everyone in the fam from babies to dads!  We love this site!  Enjoy an extra 15% off of Alternative Earth line by entering the code "CEARTH".

*Jilly fav* Gypsy 05: t he bohemian in you will love this line...all natural fibers and oh so comfortable!

Gara Sheer Silk Mini Dress $179.00

Jilly in action with her favorite Gypsy 05 dress.

Threads for Thought:  Looking for a comfy and durable tee in a variety of colors???  This is it!  We are both lovers of this brand and have lucked up at Nordstrom Rack on some of these!  Buy online and enter the code "T4TAPRIL10" to receive 20% off your purchase.

Extreme Racerback $28.00

Snakeskin Burnout Cardigan $48.00

Our Fav Green Guy
Jonathan Merritt is the author of the thought provoking book Green Like God and our first street style subject!  He combines his great sense of style with his passion for God and ties it together in his strong belief for "unlocking the divine plan for our planet" which all together equals our favorite green guy! Let us reassure you, he is the real deal.  We met him for coffee back in January and he brought his own cup for them to fill to avoid the dreaded styrofoam cup.  He definitely practices what he preaches!  It was a great morning of coffee and conversation which gave us the chance to ask him some questions on his style choices (after all we are a fashion blog).  After reading his book, we can see that he is true to his word.  The book will take you on  a journey which ends with you reinventing your lifestyle...trade convenience for conviction!  We love a guy that not only knows how to dress but understands that its not all about labels (hence our issue with Ed Hardy attire!).  Great heart, great book, great guy!

What are you wearing today?

"My favorite jacket which is by For You.  I like it because it is affordable at only $60 but it is still well made.  I got it at an awesome store, Little Bohemia in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Where is your favorite place to shop?

"Nordstrom Rack.  The clearance section is the best because you can find gems."

What is important to you when you are looking for clothes?

"Durability.  A lot of people don't know that cheap is not better.  I still have a pair of Seven's from high school that fit great!  Certain items of clothing are investments.  I try to get classic, durable clothes that will last a lifetime.  I would rather buy an expensive pair of jeans that last forever rather than a cheap pair that I will have to buy 5 times over.  Now in the 21st century, people design things to break so you have to continue to buy it over and over.  It is nice that there are designers still out there that make quality, durable pieces."

Giveaway Winner: EmersonMade

Congratulations to Melaina, winner of $75 toward your purchase at EmersonMade!

If you didn't win, head over to their site and treat yourself to a little something like we plan on doing!

Department Store Sales

We can't forget about the big department stores!  Check out these sales currently being offered:

For today only, take advantage of Friends & Family Day at Saks 5th Avenue.  Enter code "FRIEND3" at checkout to receive 20% off most items (some brand exclusions apply).  10% off of all beauty items and fragrances will be given with the same code.  Shipping will be applied but spend over $200 and get free shipping via code "SFASHIP".

Kohl's has cut prices up to 75% off many items.  Use coupon code "SAVINGS15" to get 15% off at checkout.  Spend over $75 for automatic free shipping.  Sale ends April 27th.

Lord & Taylor is also having a Friends & Family event.  Use coupon code "FRIENDS" to receive 25% off most regular and sale priced items.  Beauty items and fragrences get 10% off.  You get free shipping when you spend $150.  Sale ends April 25th.

Macy's is offering 15% off many shoes and clothes for their Great Give-Back Sale.  No coupon code is needed.  You can get 20% off all swimwear plus free shipping with coupon code "SPLASH".

how to wear a slouchy tee

One of our most favorite items is a t-shirt.  There is nothing more comfortable.  Even more comfortable?  One that is loose-fitting.  While this may seem hard to pull off, it can be super easy and even very versatile when styled different ways.  Follow these tips to get your best look.

- Go surfer-girl by throwing yours on with jeans and sandals.  Add on some cool jewelry like Vanessa Hudgens' feather earrings.  If yours is see through, super baggy, or low-cut, layer yours over a tank.

- Dress yours up.  Try rolling up the sleeves and tucking yours into a skirt like Gwyneth did.  So unexpected but such a cool dressed up-rocker vibe.

- Layer!  To keep the volume in check, put a cardigan or vest over yours.  While thinking of proportions, remember that as a general rule, if you are baggy up top keep it narrow on the bottom as Siena Miller did in her skinny jeans.

- Wear one as a tunic.  If the t-shirt is long enough (covers your bootie), pair it with leggings and ballet flats or heals like Lauren Conrad did.

Here are some to try:

C&C California Slub Tee $58 at Revolve Clothing

 Striped Drop Shoulder T-Shirt $17.50 at American Eagle

Frenchi Boyfriend Tee $20 at Nordstom

Wanna go super cheep?  Grab a pack of men's t-shirts for a slouch look.  Keep in mind that they won't be cut like women's tees are but they are a good option if you wanna save some cash.

 Hanes Men's V-Neck Tee $11 for pk of 6 Hanes