Winterizing a Summer Dress

Blazer: H&M | Sweater: Abercrombie (old) | Dress: H&M (see it styled for summer) (similar here) | Scarf: Target | Tights: Hue (similar style here) | Belt: Ann Taylor | Sunglasses: Chloe (currently at an amazing discount) | Boots: Nine West (old, similar here) | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here) | Necklace: Jenni Jewel

It's about this time of year that I begin to feel a little tired of my winter wardrobe and begin looking longingly at my summer dresses as I pull on my usual sweater, jeans, and boots. The dress I'm wearing here was one of my favorites this summer, and I'd been wanting to restyle it for winter for quite a while. A few layers later, my summer dress was winter-ready, and I was a happy girl.

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Liquid Leggings

Jacket: H&M | Sweater: Vince Camuto (last seen here) | Leggings: ASOS | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: Loeffler Randall | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here in non-patent leather) | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Bracelets: INPINK c/o | Watch: Fossil (similar here)

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Blythe in Lilac

Blouse: J.Crew "Blythe" (check out a great review here from Kelly) (update:I'm wearing a 0P)
Jeans: J Brand | Belt: Vintage | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: MICHAEL | Bag: Coach
Necklace: Ann Taylor | Bracelets: INPINK c/o, F21 | Watch: Michael Kors

One thing I absolutely love about Denver is that, nearly every year, there are a couple weeks during the dead of winter when it's suddenly warm and springy. I seized the opportunity to pull out this pretty lilac silk blouse (no jacket necessary!) for a middle-of-the-day stroll and some brunch. Heaven!

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Winter Weekend

Sweater: Plenty by Tracy Reese | Jeans: J Brand | Sunglasses: Prada | Boots: Matt Bernson | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here) | Cross Bracelet: INPINK c/o | Bead & Chain Bracelets: Tiffany | Watch: Fossil (similar here)

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Cozy Winter Knits

Sweater Dress: H&M (similar here and here) | Leggings: F21 | Socks: via Nordstrom Rack (similar here and here) | Belt: Arden B. | Hat: Handmade (similar here) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Boots: Vintage | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Cross Bracelet: INPINK c/o | Bead & Chain Bracelets: Tiffany | Watch: Fossil (similar here)

The last few days have been so chilly! I've been turning to cozy knit pieces like the ones I'm wearing here to stay warm and still look put-together. I'm looking forward to warmer days coming soon!

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Bubblemint

Sweater: J.Crew (last seen here) (similar here on sale) | Pants: H&M (similar by Current/Elliot
or kate spade)| Coat: LOFT (last season's, but similar in petite and regular here) | Snood: H&M (last seen here)(similar here) | Bag: Treesje (similar here) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker "Perfect Day" | Boots: LOFT | Cable Bracelet: INPINK c/o | Bead Bracelet: Ann Taylor | Bangles: F21 | Watch: Michael Kors

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Black & Tan

Sweater: J.Crew (last seen here) (similar here) | Jeans: Wet Seal | Bag: Coach | Scarf: Target (last season's, but here's one in a similar style) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Boots: MICHAEL (similar here ) | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Cable Bracelet: INPINK c/o | Link Bracelet: J.Crew (similar by Ralph Lauren or at Max & Chloe) | Bangles: F21 | Watch: Michael Kors

Remember how I told you I was bringing home a new family member? This is the new little one! He's a longhaired dachshund, and he's just the sweetest little pup. He has been keeping me very busy for the last week--if only because it's impossible to resist that little face!

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Sweater & Sparkle

Sweater: Old (similar from Brooks Brothers, RED Valentino or J.Crew) | Shirt: Abercrombie | Skirt: Crewcuts (runs large, also in women's sizing here) | Tights: H&M | Shoes: Via Spiga | Sunglasses: Chloe | Bag: Vintage | Necklace: Ann Taylor | Bracelets: Saks, boutique | Watch: Michael Kors

Sometimes I challenge myself to go through the items in the back of my closet and see if I can work the things that have been hiding back there into fun new outfits. I decided to give this old sweater (I think I last wore it over ten years ago) another chance. I liked how it looked with this new navy sequin skirt and some additional red and gold accessories to make the sweater look a little more polished. I think sequin skirts and big, warm sweaters are a great combination for days when you want to be cozy, but want to add a little extra sparkle to your look.

Readers, have you recently repurposed any items that you've had sitting in your closet for a while? What were they?

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Icy Mint

Jacket: H&M (last seen here) (similar style here) | Sweater: J.Crew (on sale + additional 40% off with code SHOPHAPPY) (also on sale in cashmere) | Snood: H&M | Jeans: BLANK NYC | Boots: Zara (this season's) | Belt: Vintage | Purse: Coach | Bracelets: J.Crew (similar style), ALDO, Boutique | Watch: Michael Kors | Lips: NARS "New Lover"

Three Quick Things:
1. The Amrita Singh/Urban Decay Holiday Giveaway winners have been announced here!
2. I'm so excited to have picked up a new addition to my family today! If he poses nicely for a photo or two, I'll share some with you soon.
3. Wishing you all much success, love, friendship, and happiness in 2013!

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