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January 20, 2015 Kelly Donohue

January 20, 2015

Los Angeles, CA

Shifting from weekend to work-mode can be tough. That’s why I think it’s important to kick things off with a refreshing look. In fact, I’ve discovered that the right outfit can reenergize your entire day. I used to dress how I felt. If I was tired, I’d keep things casual and if I was feeling great I’d wear my favorite pair of heels. Now, I try (as often as possible) to trick myself into feeling fresh, even on the days when I’d rather keep hitting the snooze button, by wearing something I’m excited about.

Enhancing your everyday style is pretty easy and can be as basic as adding a pop of color or a bold new statement necklace to your go-to getup. Today I paired one of my favorite winter tops from Chicwish with a colorful wool skirt from H&M. Together they offer a playfully polished approach to my typical workday ensemble.

Ruffle Sleeve Top: Chicwish (on sale now!)

Zipper Tote: c/o Charming Charlie

Watch: Kate Spade New York

Studded Flats: Banana Republic (similar)

Wool Skirt: H&M (similar)

Statement Necklace: J.Crew

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Photos By: Art Voskonian

Sweater Season.

January 13, 2015 Kelly Donohue

January 13, 2015

La Brea Tar Pits

In an attempt to take advantage of all that this fine city has to offer, I decided to take a stroll down to the La Brea Tar Pits this past weekend. I grabbed lunch with friends, caught up on some reading in the park, and took a stroll through some of the free exhibits at the LACMA. Although the park is right in my neighborhood, I rarely get over there so it was incredibly refreshing.

For my afternoon at the park, I kept things perfectly casual and fittingly cool, to fit the breezy California winter we’re having. I paired a printed cape sweater with some riding boots and a nude, Charming Charlie satchel for a look that is classically cozy. A cape sweater is the perfect layer to any chilly look, whether you’re going for office-casual or weekend attire and that is why I will be living in it for the next couple of months!

Black Skinnies: GAP

Riding Boots: Steve Madden/ Nordstrom

Sweater Cape: Banana Republic ( Similar)

Satchel: c/o Charming Charlie

Watch: Kate Spade NY

Bracelet: c/o Charming Charlie

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Photos By: Artoor Voskonian

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December 22, 2014 Kelly Donohue

December 22, 2014

New Hampshire.

Hitting the streets to do some last minute shopping? That’s a yes if you’re me. And if you’re anything like me, then instead of kicking back with some cookies and hot cocoa, you’re out braving that hectic holiday hustle, which can be a lot more like facing Friday rush hour traffic than enjoying a typical jaunt to the mall.

Regardless, time is ticking and with online options out the window, like it or not, we have to face the masses. Since I am no stranger to last minute shopping scenarios, I say: stay focused, make lists, get yourself a great Spotify mix to get you through crazy traffic AND remind yourself that (as basic as this sounds) its really only the thought that counts. Everyone always says this but it is so true. The more personal/creative your gift the better- Pinterest is where I steal a lot of my ideas and you still have time to make something!

While running around town, I try to dress comfy but not too frumpy. Think of it as a dressier weekend casual. I used to leave my house to run errands wearing whatever was closest to me at the moment, sweats and a UCLA sweatshirt or oversized sweaters and Uggs—seriously. But over the years, I have found that it’s really just as easy to style up my staple pieces for a look that is much more polished and ready to take on the day.

This look here is just that. I paired a basic long-sleeved gray fit and flare dress with thick black tights, and a printed waterfall vest. Because I am in chilly NH, I threw on this adorable beanie from Charming Charlie, which doubles as a quick fix for bad hair days!

Enjoy and best of luck with your holiday shopping!