We're simple girls -- we mostly dress in black because it's easy, we drink champagne because it sits well and we love very hard because it feels right.  There is so much beauty in simplicity -- although an acquired taste, for those who embrace the idea that less is more, truly understands the power of minimalism. To get dressed doesn't mean to over dress.  In fact, the most basic and clean looks are actually the most refined and elegant.  Sticking to solids, staple pieces and clean lines helps create a cohesive look without the fuss.  For us, we believe that dressing should be half your audience and half your personal style, that's why we create looks for the simple chic city girl.  

Going for an all black moment is a classic move, and with the simplest color palette of them all, you really can't go wrong here.  For these looks, we started with the "Want to Wear" item first.  With every outfit we identify the item we are most interested in wearing and build the entire look around that piece.  Whether it's a statement jacket, a cool pair of pants, or a funky necklace, the key to simplicity is to identify the primary piece and pair with more basic items to give the look balance, while focusing the attention in one main area.  

So is simplicity the ultimate form of sophistication as quoted by Leonardo da Vinci? To us the answer is absolutely.  So always dress well, but keep it simple.

Kay styles Halston's Enbellished Pocket Satin Tie Pant with a trendy sheer turtleneck for a little sex appeal that's still tasteful.  Finishing off the look, she pairs with patent leather heels from Target and handbag by Louis Vuitton. 

Cari bares a little midriff with this little number for a super comfy chic weekend look.  To give the outfit structure, Cari wears her long-lined blazer from BCBG and throws on a pair of Forever 21 tights to keep it easy.  A good heel always finishes a look just right, so Louboutin was the shoe of choice.

Cari's Look: Jacket  BCBG | Leggings Forever 21 | Heels Christian Louboutin | Handbag YSL

Kay's Look: Top Her Kloset | Pants Halston | Pumps Target | Handbag Louis Vuitton

Photography Credit: Dimitri Crowder

BASICALLY CHIC

Spring is finally here, but we aren't putting up our winter wardrobe, and neither should you. Transitioning clothing between seasons can be daunting and slightly overwhelming, but rest assure that some of your basic winter pieces still have a place in your spring wardrobe.  Both of these tops we copped in late December on our typical black and white hunt in the mall and decided to restyle them as a cooler, more refreshing look for the new season.  If you know anything about us, you know we like simple looks -- never over done, just the right amount of personal style.  Staying true to our style esthetic, Kay opted for a basic black legging and I kept it classic in a custom skirt by Chai Design Studio.  Basics never looked so easy! XO   

Loving this Halston Heritage bag I found for a steal at Marshalls!

Kay strutting in Prada!

Kay's Look: Wrap coat Forever 21, Bag Michael Kors, Shoes Prada

Cari's Look: Wrap shirt American Rag, Skirt Chai Design Studio, Bag Halston Heritage, Shoes Herve Leger

Photography Credit: Dimitri Crowder

A TOUCH OF GREY

Choosing a color of the day gives me a good jump-start on deciding what to wear.  So many different things can influence the colors that we choose.  It often depends on our mood, the weather, or even something that may have caught our eye while strolling IG in the morning.  Whatever it might be, a color is the driving force for our overall look so what inspires your style? Being inspired by something can open up more style possibilities than you may think.  This look was honestly inspired by a slight cold we both had and were feeling a bit under the weather.  We pulled out our grey statement pieces and styled them both with light and dark accents.  Selecting colors complimentary to your color of the day helps complete your look no matter if your inspiration is bitter or sweet. What's your color of the day? XO

Kay's Look- Vest ZARA | Top Forever 21 | Pants BCBG | Shoes ZARA | Handbag Salvatore Ferragamo

Cari's Look- Sweater Dress BCBG | Boots BCBG | Envelope Clutch Purple Glass Boutique

  Photography Credit: Dimitri Crowder

CUSTOMIZED

No closet is complete without a few signature pieces- the kind guaranteed to make people inquire, "Where'd you get that?"  Don't get me wrong, we all have an appreciation for the classic staples that every woman should have in her wardrobe like a basic white shirt, skinny jeans and a little black dress.   But sometimes it's fun to push the envelop a bit and take risks with fashion choices and indulge in a statement piece that will boost your current wardrobe.  Playing around with idea of acquiring some new & unique clothes, I teamed up with Atlanta designer Chai Design Studio to design this hi-low wool skirt, customized for my fall winter wardrobe. So stand out from the crowd and rock your statement pieces with confidence. XO 

 

  

 Turtle Neck Forever 21 | Skirt Chai Design Studio | Handbag Zara | Shoes BCBG

 Photography Credit: Dimitri Crowder

                

 

COZY CHIC

The cooler temperatures call for hot chocolate, roasted marshmallows, cozy fireplaces and of course warm chunky sweaters.  How could it not, everybody loves a great knit right?  Each fall/winter season the runways overflow with the comfy style and showcase every kind of sweater imaginable.  From ribbed tunics to slouchy oversized knits, the sweater is a classic wardrobe piece that will continue to live on in fashion.   The cool thing about sweaters is how versatile they are to style giving you an easy breezy look whether dressing it up or down.  On a recent run to H&M I spotted this super adorable cow neck sweater and grabbed it along with a fresh pair of leather skinnies and this cool embellished handbag. This one stop shop outfit makes getting dressed a breeze on those cool days that call for a warm look. XO.  

Sweater H&M | Pants H&M | Handbag H&M | Shoes Forever 21

 Photography Credit: Dimitri Crowder