Weekend Warriors: Daytime

...last minute invitation to a concert...a housewarming... a party... what's a girl to wear?! If you're like me, half of your clothes are in the laundry basket, the other half are in the cleaners... and the rest?? The rest are the same clothes you push past week after week, as you think... "I need to go shopping!" But the perfect outfit is probably not far away. Here is one of CFF's fail-safe Weekend Warrior Wardrobe solutions.

Last minute lunch with a friend

You're lounging in your sweats with a bowl of snacks, prepared to catch up with your favorite shows on the DVR, and your phone chirps...your best friend calls you for a last-minute lunch date! Yes.. you'd like to go, but the thought of putting on something without an elastic waistband is giving you hives. Here's how to be casual and comfortable without sporting that I-just-rolled-off-the-couch-and-and-pulled-on-some-clothes-look.... even if you did.

The Key pieces:

  1. A Cozy Sweater

Think of this as your answer to the sweatshirt. Comfy, yet pulled together, this cozy topper will solve weekend wardrobe woes! Not likely to wrinkle, and in a goes-with-anything neutral, a choice like this Irregular Stripes Sweater from Mango will be a staple for lunch, brunch and coffee runs!

2. Comfy Jeans

Yes, we know. We've all seen those magazines that recommend a dress as a chic daytime alternative to get out of the weekend rut. And that's a fantastic idea... but the other 90% of your weekends will be spent in this all-american classic! Now this is not an excuse to pull out some jeans that have been through yard work, house work, and two decades of wear! These jeans should look broken in, but have a modern fit and feel. Try on some like these 1969 Always Skinny Jeans by Gap. They might just become your secret weekend wardrobe weapon.





     3. Stylish Sneaks

Just because its the weekend doesn't mean you need to reach for your cross trainers! For a low-key daytime look that still has some panache, give some zippy sneakers a go! A pair like these Combined Sneakers from Zara are sure to give some on-the-go glam to your weekend look.

                                                          

4. Grab-and-go Tote

Because after lunch with your friend, you never know where the afternoon will take you, this stylish tote allows you to pack that library book that you've been meaning to return, your Kindle to keep you busy (once you return the library book) and that mail that you've been meaning to drop in to the post office. The punchy color, and optional shoulder strap makes a bag like this Marc by Marc Jacobs  Preppy Nylon Hobo bag the perfect weekend carry-all.

Spring Fling

CFF Readers!


It's been months since you last heard from us. Winter scared us off, we must admit! But now as the last of the snow melts (in some parts of the world) we get ready to exchange our wool sweaters and bubble jackets for thin knits and trench coats. Few things excite us here at CFF like the change of seasons, and this spring  is all about reaching back to the past to inspire today's fresh modern looks! But don't worry. Referencing the past doesn't mean pulling out the same old styles! This week, we're going to take you on a tour of Spring 2011. Fresh. Fun. Forward.... Chic Foot Forward, to be exact. Stay Tuned!


The CFF Team

Fall into Fashion Vol. 1

Hello CFF Readers!

What is it about fall that evokes a sense of starting fresh? Though its the season of the year where the air chills and greenery begins to brown, there's something inspiring about children going back to school, and television shows beginning their new seasons that makes us think... fresh start!

And so it is with our wardrobes. We push the tanks and tees to the back of our closet and pull out our chunky knits and light jackets. But often, we feel a sense of dullness.... these are the same chunky knits from last year... ho-hum. The spark of fall's fresh start wanes as we feel uninspired by our fall wardrobe. Then CRASH! BAM! in line at the supermarket we see the "Fall Fashion Trends" issue of our favorite fashion periodical and think, "This is what I need! A new fall wardrobe!" but often, these 20 page spreads feature clothes that are very look specific, and maybe you can't be  "boho chic" at work!

CFF to the rescue. It's possible to incorporate Fall's greatest trends without scrapping your entire existing wardrobe, or trying to pull off the "urban milkmaid" look at the grocery store.

Chic Foot Forward: WWWWWH

Welcome!

The inaugural edition of Chic Foot Forward is finally off the presses ! The Chic Foot Forward Team has been working diligently behind the scenes, and we look forward to this new adventure! If you're wondering about the title of this post, it represents the questions that journalists strive to answer when reporting any story. Who, What, When, Where, Why, How. If you've paused here to read about us, thanks! Here's what we're about:

Who? Our primary contributor is a budding stylist that loves fashion, but practices law... for now.

What? A blog focused on presenting the best in personal style, in home entertaining, and in life!

When? Now! .....And we hope to be around for many years to come.

Where? Everywhere! We have our ear to the ground nationwide for new trends, ideas, and products.

Why? There is a need for an outlet not only for discovering trends, but for learning how to incorporate those trends into our lives in a realistic way, while discovering and maintaining our own distinct personal aesthetics.

How? With our enthusiasm and the support, feedback, and input, from YOU, our readers, we hope to provide a useful gateway to the exciting world of fashion and style.

The CFF Team