MEGAN AUMAN

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floral dress for fall

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floral print dress for fall // click through for outfit details

1/ tweed cardigan // 2/ floral print dress // 3/ mixed metal stacking rings // 4/ contra bib necklace // 5/ crossbody bag // 6/ dekalb platform sandal

In case you couldn’t tell, I’m more than a little obsessed with floral prints right now. (And I’m definitely obsessed with layering a bib necklace over a floral print!) But I can’t help myself. Not only do floral seem to be everywhere, but they’re a great way to break up a really basic wardrobe. (And lately, I’ve found myself getting bored with basic wardrobes.) This outfit is one of those looks that would actually be really comfy and easy to put together but will have everyone noticing how great you look! (And no one has to know that it took you six seconds to get dressed!)

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eight ways to wear a bib necklace

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eight ways to style a bold bib statement necklace - from casual to professional to party // click through for outfit details

Lately, I’ve been all about the bib necklace! In fact, I pretty much wear mine with everything. (And I do mean everything – from casual outfits to printed, patterned dresses!) But since mine isn’t for sale (I’m pretty attached to it) today I thought I’d share eight ways to style a one of a kind bib necklace that is available in my online store! Whether you’re wearing something totally casual or getting party ready, this surprisingly comfortable necklace works with just about everything, as these eight outfits prove:

Update: the necklace featured in this post is sold out, but you can find similar designs in my online store!

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how to wear a midi dress into fall

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black and white style: a chunky cardigan makes a midi dress work for fall // click through for outfit details

1/ batwing sleeve cardigan // 2/ midi dress // 3/ convertible contra necklace // 4/ hobo bag // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ kelsie sandals

When it comes to wardrobe staples, for me, there’s nothing better than a chunky cardigan. I’m not sure exactly how many I own, but it’s safe to say that it’s an embarrassingly high number. But that’s really because they are the most versatile pieces in my wardrobe. A chunky cardigan is particularly great for making summery dresses work well into fall. (And by swapping the sandals for ankle boots, you could take this look even further into cool weather!) And while I don’t currently own a chunky cardigan with this kind of bold pattern, you can bet I’ll be adding one to my collection soon – it’s a great topper for basic black dresses!

professional style: modern floral print

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professional office outfit: modern floral print skirt // click through for outfit details

1/ textured top // 2/ kimono coat // 3/ floral print skirt // 4/ contra necklace // 5/ asymmetric clutch // 6/ curve post earrings // 7/ two-tone pumps

Floral prints are having a moment this fall (and I’m certainly obsessed) but floral doesn’t have to mean girly, grandma, or boho. This outfit proves that floral prints can be modern and chic! (Not to mention work appropriate!)

nice outfits - jewelry for casual style and professional attire

simple (but super chic) party style

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simple and chic party style // click through for outfit details

1/ crepe dress // 2/ curve post earrings // 3/ contra bib necklace // 4/ crossbody clutch // 5/ platform pumps

I’m going to let you in a little secret: getting dressed is easy when you have great accessories. (And I’m not just saying that because I’m a jewelry designer.) When you pair a simple dress with great shoes, a stand out statement necklace, and a fun clutch, you’ve got an amazing look that literally took three seconds to pull together!

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one floral print shirt, two ways

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floral print shirt with jeans, booties, and a bold statement necklace // click through for outfit details

1/ floral blouse // 2/ distressed boyfriend jeans // 3/ contra bib necklace // 4/ faye clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ caravan booties

It’s amazing how one simple swap can completely change the look of an outfit. By simply trading jeans for a midi skirt, this floral print shirt (not to mention the necklace and other accessories) can easily go from a casual fall outfit to a look that’s perfect for a party or could even be worn to work. I love having pieces in my wardrobe that can work overtime!

floral print shirt with a midi skirt and bold statement necklace // click through for outfit details

1/ floral blouse // 2/ full circle skirt // 3/ contra bib necklace // 4/ faye clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ open toe booties

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casual style for cool mornings and warm afternoons

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easy casual style for the changing seasons // click through for outfit details

1/ striped sweater tank // 2/ tweed cardigan // 3/ cuffed jeans // 4/ contra statement necklace // 5/ crossbody clutch // 6/ mixed metal stacking rings // 7/ platform sandals

We’re out that point in the season where mornings and evenings are cool enough for a cozy cardigan, but the days are still super hot. This outfit is pretty much perfect for days like that! (And yes, with the white statement necklace and white shoes, I’m breaking that whole “don’t wear white after Labor Day” rule! But I say rules like that are meant to be broken!)

feels like fall: casual professional style

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casual professional style for fall // click through for outfit details

1/ twist smock top // 2/ plaid trousers // 3/ contra pendant // 4/ faye clutch // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ fargo wedge

We may be having a bit of a heat wave here (91 yesterday!) but the mornings and evening are starting to feel like fall. This outfit reminds me of something I would have worn back when I had my first university teaching job, when I first started graduate school. Trying to look professional (especially when many of my students were older than me) while teaching in a messy metalsmithing studio definitely had it’s challenges, and I developed a few style rules for myself on the days I was teaching. (Like no jeans, even though they were allowed.) It’s funny to me how I’m now seeing styles that remind me of things I wore almost 15 years ago! (Like the return of wide leg pants.) Now if only I had kept those clothes from my first semester of grad school!