Matched Set

Matching a top and bottom has never looked so good. And let's not forget how easy it is to get ready. Being able to wear together as well as with other items in your closet, the matching top and pant/skirt/short look is a versatile favorite for this Summer. 

1. A mix of preppy and modern from Finderkeepers. top & bottom 

2. This is such a fun set from Asos $67

3. I am picturing this at a backyard BBQ. d.ra top & bottom 

4. This Joie top & bottom is such a pretty print

5. A great alternative to a party dress from c/meo. top & bottom 

6. If a crop doesn't scare you, please wear this sweet set from Love Sadie. top & bottom 

xo

Erin 

Spring Weddings: What to Wear

They are starting to arrive. All those perfectly calligraphy filled envelopes with gilded invites to a day full of love. And while those of us in the cold can barely get out of our pajamas (if you are wearing short sleeves right now, I hate you), it is really nice to imagine life in a flirty dress in a little sunshine toasting the happy couple. And there are some really great options for all you might need. Rehearsal dinners included. 

Love a black and white, which can be surprisingly "springy" and versatile year round. 

From Left to Right: Worship this graphic Parker $211 (on sale) / Preppy stripes are so fun by Line & Dot $149  / This silk Rachel Zoe is so chic $350 / Love the fringe on this Michael Kors $195

A nice drape in a light fabric always feels great and can flatter

Left: Love this print and ruffled Anna Sui $340 / Right: soft lilac and pretty drape by Asos $83

Florals get a modern touch this season and I would sport any of these 

From Left to Right: I have been on eyeing this Parker $184 (on sale) / A digital print in rad colors Hunter Bell $325 / Love a sleeve and this print is so fun Tracy Reese $298 / This Parker would be so flattering and fun $319

Going long can be hard, but these could be dressed up or down. 

Left: This Shoshanna is both elegant and preppy $395 / Right: Cannot say enough about this Rachel Zoe. LOVE $350

Yellow was a standout on the runway for Spring

Left: The lace and ruffle is so flirty BCBG $268 / Right: This Alice + Olivia is a classic you can wear forever $198

There is also a huge Shopbop sale happening right now (a lot of the above is from there) until Saturday. Use code BIGEVENT15 at check out. 

If you need help for a specific event and want more options email me! Erin@ImperfectPolish.com

Always here to help you with styling and nothing makes me happier!

xo

Erin 

Best of the Booties

The bootie has become a Fall staple that makes it easy to elevate an outfit from "I am just wearing my skinnies and a tee" to "Look at how pulled together and cool I am."

They look great with jeans tucked over or cuffed above them, with leggings or tights with a tunic or dress, and bare legged for you lucky ladies in the warmer states. Though there are some fancier versions like Reese's above, I rounded up my favorite casual pairs that can be dressed up or down and perfect for running through your day. 

1. The shorter heel height is nice on this pair. Splendid $195

2. I love the contrast of the gray with the light colored heel. Loeffler Randall $319

3.  This is slightly chunkier style where your jeans could fit over the top easily. Jeffrey Campbell $154

4. This is a really classic style with a pointier toe. Madewell $218

5. This black pair is more refined and sleek than the others. Madewell $258

6. This is my favorite pair. Love the shape and the hint of Western. Arrici $259

7. These are more of an investment, but they really started this entire trend. Rag & Bone $525

8. Kind of obsessed with an open toe. Coach $298

9. This suede open toe is also so chic. Vince $395

xo

Erin 

Black Tie Affair

With wedding season pretty much never ending for us twenty and thirty somethings, the black tie dress code can be a monthly affair. This dress code can be the hardest as the dress cannot be worn to many other functions and you never know just how dressy people will get. The trick is to find something classic that you can switch up with accessories for different weddings. I recently put together some options for a friend and now I am hoping for a fancy event in my future as well. 

This simple, but stunning dress would look gorgeous with gold accessories and a statement shoe. $250

A romantic, pleated dress gets an edge with a metal gold belt. This dress comes in many colors. So pretty. $106

If you go all out with the jewelry, shoes, bag, hair, and make up, short is totally doable for black tie. I love that all of these have an interesting architectural element. 

The pink peplum would look fab with a blingy statement necklace ($116). 

The halter dress would be gorgeous with chunky gold cuffs and a drop earring ($63 on sale). 

I am obsessed with this flutter detail on the skater dress. The ultimate way to make a statement with a LBD. $106

And if you really want to make a statement, the jumpsuit would be so fab. Both the deep v with the mesh version and this killer black and white would be a show stopper. Just make sure you do it up with the rest of your look. 

xo

Erin 

Fall Jackets & Coats

I know, it is still August and the thought of cold weather is anything but great, but I cannot resist to start looking to Fall. Jackets and coats make me giddy. This coming season there are lots of new, fun takes on some old classics. So while you might not want the temps to drop, these numbers may change your mind. 

Leather sleeves and shearling are a great update to the asymmetrical flap coat. 

From Left: Vera Wang $348 / Sam Edelman $148 / Mackage $690

Military is always a Fall staple. I am loving the soft dove gray of this coat and the shape of this shorter version of the usual anorak. 

Burberry $995 / Rag & Bone $242

Moto can be a bit hard for my taste, but these jackets have just enough of this trend. 

Treasure & Bond $328 /  Generation Love $282 / Marc New York $328 

Obsessed with these soft pastel pink pieces. 

JOA $134 / Splendid $168 / Rebecca Minkoff $498

These quilted jackets are a lot less mom-ish than their usual counterparts. 

Sam Edelman $150 / BCBGeneration $148

Adding knit makes denim more soft and cozy. 

Free People $148 / Maison Scotch $335 

Just think, order now and enjoy later. I always wait until it is actually cold and then scramble to make a decision on something new. 

xo

Erin 

Blonde to Brunette, A Hair Story

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I went brunette last week. Which was a huge change. This is what my hair looked like before. 

Pretty much solid blonde. 

My natural color is light brown so I went with it and had it dyed as close as my roots could take me. 

And while I liked seeing what my natural color was, it was just a bit too dark for me. Maybe even too dramatic. I have been blonde my whole life. I started coloring my hair once it started going dark in high school. So basically I freaked out and made an appointment to lighten it up a bit. 

And I am loving the new color. It is a bit more natural blonde as opposed to the straight bleached head I had going on before. It is hard to tell in these photos, but it has an ombre effect. 

It is darker at the root so I can go a lot longer between appointments, which at this point was every five weeks. 

What do you think? I mean besides that I am crazy for going so much lighter again so fast? ha 

xo

Erin 

Denim Topper

The easiest jacket to add to your Fall closet is a denim one. Cropped, bleached, biker, dark wash. Any style can easily top off your favorite warm weather looks to get you through the chiller temps. I am in the market for a new one and love the styles that these ladies are sporting. 

It is hard to pick which style to go with. All four of the below are similarly cut, with a slim fit and sleeves ample enough to fold up. I  have always gone with dark because it seems so versatile, but these more vintage washes have me second guessing. 

1. Gap / 2. J. Crew / 3. Rag & Bone (on sale) / 4. Rag & Bone

A smart shirt, scalloped shorts, that midi style skirt you are dying to try, a comfy t shirt dress, or a printed maxi would be a nice addition, right? 

1. Club Monaco / 2. Asos /  3. Asos / 4. J. Crew / 5. Chinti & Parker / 6. Asos / 7. Velvet 

It weirdly feels like Fall already, although I am sure that it will be hot as hell again in a week or two. Getting excited for shopping for real clothes. I have taken yoga pants to a whole new level during these last weeks. Happy shopping! 

xo

Erin 

Treat Yourself

There is nothing wrong with a little something sweet on Valentine's Day. The feminine flirt of a scalloped edge is just enough for a girlie look. Mix with something harder or classic to keep from going overboard. 

1. Lacey shorts from Free People $78

2. Worship these sweet flats from J. Crew $158

3. Minty cross body bag from Asos $43

4. Ridiculous Herve Leger skirt, love $790

5. Love this bikini from Topshop $60

6. A roomy tote from Asos $131

7. Shift dress by Lotusgrace $395 

8. Perfection for the pool by Marysia Swim $255

9. Simple and sweet iPhone case from Anthropologie $28

Hope you have a lovely day! 

xo

Erin