MEGAN AUMAN

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inspired by Leslie Knope

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political style inspired by Leslie Knope // click for outfit details

Last night, one of my all time favorite shows came to an end. It’s amazing that a fictional show could provide such an amazing role model, but that’s what Leslie Knope is. She showed girls (and, let’s be honest, women) that it ok to be smart and weird and outspoken and ambitious and passionate and caring and kind, all at the same time.

I can’t help but love Leslie Knope because there’s a part of me that is Leslie Knope. I was the overachieving girl, participating in student government and Model UN and the Congressional Youth Leadership Conference, all while dreaming of being the first women President. But I also love Leslie Knope because we need more characters like her (and Donna Meagle, who brings a different type of role model to the show) on TV. The strong, confident woman who inspires girls to be themselves and go after what they want.

As for Leslie’s outfit? She could totally wear this to a swanky DC party. (Perhaps at Joe Biden’s house?)

1/ color block dress // 2/ karen statement necklace // 3/ leather clutch bag // 4/ point toe pump

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a comfy way to dress up distressed denim

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a comfy way to dress up distressed denim // click for outfit details

I’m a big fan of distressed denim. Maybe it’s because it’s a little softer (and so much more comfortable). Or maybe it’s because the jeans I wear when I’m working in the studio are now suddenly perfectly on trend. Either way, I really love distressed denim. But the key to keeping it from looking too sloppy (or too 90s grunge) is to pair it with a few chicer pieces. Add a statement necklace and a nice shoe and, even when paired with a more casual cardigan, it’s a look that perfectly appropriate for a number of places.

1/ v-neck top // 2/ rip and repair jeans // 3/ sculptor cardigan // 4/ karen statement necklace // 5/ d’orsay wedge

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8 outfit ideas for wearing a statement necklace to work

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8 ways to wear a statement necklace to work // click for outfit details

Need a confidence boost at work? Look no further than a statement necklace. Whether you’re the boss or slugging it out in a cubicle, a statement necklace can let everyone know who really runs the show. Here are eight outfits to help you style a statement necklace for work.

8 ways to wear a statement necklace to work // click for outfit details

1/ with a similarly colored patterned dress // 2/ with a simple blouse and trousers // 3/ with a sheath dress and cozy sweater // 4/ with a floral midi skirt

8 ways to wear a statement necklace to work // click for outfit details

5/ with a warm, wool dress // 6/ with a bold floral print // 7/ with a powerful dress // 8/ with a chic all black look

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a warm dress for a cold day

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this dress looks perfect for the freezing east coast temps // click for outfit details

It is freezing on the East Coast right now, but something tells me this dress would be nice and warm, especially when you add in a pair of cozy tights!

I’ve also become a little obsessed with wearing black jewelry over black clothes. It somehow manages to be subtle and dramatic at the same time!

1/ wool long sleeve dress // 2/ tulip print messenger // 3/ february statement necklace // 4/ apple watch // 5/ heeled booties

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simple office style

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use a statement necklace to elevate a basic outfit for work // click for outfit details

Some days you just don’t have the time or energy to put together an outfit. Which is why I love a good statement necklace. With a great necklace (and a great pair of shoes) you can get away with basic separates and not have to worry that your look will be boring.

1/ lace blouse // 2/ tweed trousers // 3/ february statement necklace // 4/ droplet bracelets // 5/ tulip stem purse // 6/ heeled bootie

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how to wear a bold pattern with a bold necklace

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floral print dress with statement necklace // click for outfit details

It is possible to wear a bold statement necklace with a bold patterned dress like this one. The key is to keep the rest of your outfit simple. A basic clutch and a great pair of flats (and perhaps some tights if there weather’s chilly) is all you need!

1/ bonnie dress // 2/ february statement necklace // 3/ leather wrist wallet // 4/ point toe flats

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casual weekend style

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casual weekend style: oversized sweater and statement necklace // click for outfit details

One of my favorite things about a statement necklace is that it instantly elevates any outfit. This is pretty much my casual uniform of late – boyfriend jeans and an oversized cardigan – but add in a statement necklace and some heeled booties and you get casual and put together at the same time.

1/ wonderful stories tank // 2/ new look cardigan // 3/ destroyed boyfriend jeans // 4/ february statement necklace // 5/ leather tote // 6/ who’s next boot

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gritty meets girly: midi skirt and military jacket

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pair a girly midi skirt with a military inspired jacket for a fun style twist // click for outfit details

Lately I’ve been really into pairing unexpected pieces together to up my style game, like pairing a full, feminine midi skirt with a military inspired jacket and chunky heeled ankle boots and a tough but pretty steel statement necklace.

1/ military jacket // 2/ midi skirt // 3/ february statement necklace // 4/ peak of chic satchel // 5/ ambrose bootie

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black and white maxi dress and statement necklace

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pair a statement necklace with a black and white maxi for a chic seaside look // click for outfit details

Next month, I’m headed to Southern California for a conference by the beach. The dress code is a little more casual than some other conferences I’ve been to lately, but I still want to look chic and pulled together. Which is why my go-to look is going to be a maxi dress and statement necklace. It’s easy and comfy, yet still makes a statement. Plus, I’d feel pretty chic sipping cocktails by the pool in this black and white ensemble!

1/ stripe maxi dress // 2/ february statement necklace // 3/ beckon sunglasses // 4/ leather wrist wallet // 5/ gladiator sandals

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