Ten Questions With Our Favorite Nashville Wardrobe Consultant
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My LBD with a sandal and simple jewelry. You can shop this dress inside the June Style Vault, in the Style Notes section. Members click here. Want to join? Click here for more info. You can also get me to shop with you one-on-one!
For a quick day to night switch-up, all I changed were my shoes. Same jewelry. Same clutch. Easy-peasy.
My other go-to outfit involves my white baby bootcut jeans of course. They are perfect for running errands, meetings with clients, or eating lunch with friends.
If I am running around with my kids, I pair my white jeans with a v-neck tee, hoop earrings, stack bracelets and my cognac-color backpack for all my kiddos' snacks and mommy essentials. You can find my fave white baby bootcut jeans inside the June Style Vault, Style Notes section. These haven't been featured in the Vault before - I love introducing Tina to the good stuff I find!
1. A wrap dress.
2. An easy skirt with stretch that can take you all the way back to your pre-pregnancy body.
Pair it with a looser top, which is another great thing to have after baby. With a fuller top, it's loose, it's not touching your tummy, yet looks fabulous over those maternity skinnies you may still be wearing... we have to be real right?? (Tina featured a great one in the June Vault as one of the six must-haves.)
3. A button-down shirt.
4. A chic scarf.
5. A swing cardigan to layer over a basic white tee or button-down.
6. A swing dress.
By adding these pieces to your wardrobe, you are able to mix them in with items you already own, and you know we are good at that. We at Tina Adams Consulting (that's Barbara and me) have a knack for showing you what to invest in because you don't want to have to spend a lot on your post-baby wardrobe. With these key looks, you can feel fab while enjoying your sweet bundle of joy! Plus, if you're in Franklin or Nashville, you can access our exclusive in-store discounts when you shop with us.
When you are starting off, you want to invest in a good black pencil skirt, black dress pants, a sheath in a gray or other neutral color, a white button down, a blazer, and black patent pumps. I always love a good leopard print shoe that you can use to spice up any outfit.
Once you have the key pieces above, you can build around them, adding a leather jacket, fun necklace and scarf. We can find all these pieces for you, and save you money with our exclusive discounts, and then teach you how to make them work multiple ways so you're getting the most cost per wear, which is so important when you're building a wardrobe. You can shop most of these wardrobe building blocks inside the Style Vault.
I always pack a denim jacket, no matter what time of year it is. They make any outfit a bit more chic. And they go with everything. I love my knit dresses for travel! And aren't you so happy espadrilles are back on trend? So comfy for traveling. The perfect one is inside the June Vault, with an option for wide feet too.
I'm a color girl! Amy told me at night I could stretch this cobalt top we both love into another outfit with, what else, but white jeans.
5. I FINALLY found the perfect pair of white skinny jeans... and I know you love them, too. What's the best way to wear them? For a casual day? For work? For a night out on the town? Help us out! (Find my pair inside their June Style Vault, Style Notes Section. If you are already a member, login here; not a member? Why not?! Shop Tina and her team's favorite pieces by joining here!)
Well, you know I adore white jeans, and we already talked about they are my go-to fail-proof outfit. Everyone must own at least one pair, in my opinion. For your day look, pair your white jeans with a chambray top, a coral color tee or your classic gray and white look. For work, you can pair your jeans with a white button down or white cowl neck shell and top it with a black blazer and string of pearls. You can take this "work look" to night by just adding a black top or a warm neutral, gold accessories and a great pump. I mean, you just can't go wrong with that combination. Did I mention I love white jeans?
This pair I have on is more of a flare, but I also love my baby bootcuts.
As far as my style icon? I have a few. First off, the women in my family. My grandmothers, aunts and my mom taught me class and grace. They just knew how to make a casual outfit look so put together, and of course there were pearls included. I am southern, after all. Then, after watching Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's and Roman Holiday, she became my style icon and I knew that was who I wanted to emulate.
Ugh, not loving some of the trends right now so I am glad you asked this. I cannot stand the cropped tops. Really! Not cool on someone that has had kids. Even if you do have the abs for it! Just not cool or fashionable. Think about looking back at your pictures. Do you really want to be wearing a crop top? The other trend I cannot stand are the gladiator sandals that go all the way to the knee cap. Not flattering at all! No matter how skinny your legs are. As far as the trends I do love...lace! I love that timeless look. You can wear with white jeans or black ankle pants. Timeless. If you are the playful kind and love to experiment with fashion, add some of the floral prints that are popular. If you don't want to go all out with that, do floral with your accessories.
I found this pretty lace top at the party fabrik had for us this spring. I found one for you, too! If you can't shop with me in Franklin or Nashville, you can shop it inside the June Style Vault.
Okay, so I am just going to throw this out there, I am really conflicted on this romper thing. I love the idea of just being one and done. Being comfortable, yet still feeling put together. I mean, all you need to do is add a great pair of shoes or necklace and you are done! Some of your readers may be wondering exactly what the difference is between a romper and a jumpsuit. A romper is a one-piece short version of jumpsuit, that is either sleeveless or has short sleeves, and it usually comes with a belt.
So I am coming to terms with you wanting to wear this romper, Natasha. Because, you can wear almost anything and look fab. Just remember when purchasing a romper, don't overlook the length. No one wants to see a slightly revealed bum. Then, don't go crazy with patterns. Buy a solid color. I promise you will not regret it. If you buy a pattern, you will just look like you are just trying too hard.
Ok, you know how I love to wear a trend, such as a romper or jumpsuit, in a different way. Rompers can make you look like a kindergartner, so what you can do is add a belt to accentuate your womanly curves. Shoes are also key with an outfit like this, so make sure you wear your wedges to create a longer, leaner look. Then, add a sophisticated clutch. No bags with lots of straps...please! It will just add more fussiness to your look and you don't want that.
Here's my take on a jumpsuit, which I think is a good adult version, don't you? You can find it in the June Vault, Style Notes.
I could see wearing this on date night or a girls night out!
10. Finally, how would you describe the Williamson County woman's style? (Williamson County lies just south of Nashville and you might just run into your favorite movie star or performer.)
Natasha, you look great in this swing dress and your strappy heels!
I'm a mother, a professional, and a lover of all things beautiful and stylish - like most of you!
You can get Amy's easy style!
I so much enjoyed my experience with Amy last Saturday. I didn't really know what to expect, as this was the first time I truly treated myself. It was beyond my expectations! Amy had everything all prepared and ready for me to try on so it was very efficient. She was honest in a very caring way to let me know what didn't look fantastic and what looked amazing - especially items I never really considered before (skirts!). She's a lovely person and I could tell from just a few hours in her company that she truly loved what she is doing and cared about helping me feel and look the way I knew I could shine...I had a work presentation this week and it was almost unbelievable how easy it was to dress, be prepared and look professional. I felt so comfortable that I didn't even 'think' about my clothing...and I received more compliments than I ever received in a work setting! ~ from one of Amy's happy clients
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