Category Archives: Fashion

Digs + Duds: Midsummer Edition + Giveaway!

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I honestly cannot believe that July has come to an end. We had some big things happen in July. The condo closed, so we’re officially no longer home owners. Dave also celebrated a birthday the day after, so it was a month to celebrate and remember. We now are on the house hunt (though not in a big hurry, since who really wants to move again?!)

I thought it would be fun to share my new discoveries this month, and I’d love to hear what you’ve been loving this summer too!

July Digs + Duds: Victoria Emerson Wrap Bracelet // Hello Rigby Seattle Style Blog

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Pinrose Perfume in Wild Child

Looking for a new everyday perfume? You might want to check out Pinrose like, yesterday. They have a broad range of, and they’ve got the lasting power of a high-end perfume but for much less. (In the $50 range!) What I thought was especially cool is their website has a perfume selector based on mood visuals, like color, photos of landscapes, and more.

To me, Wild Child smells like the perfect summer day. It’s floral with notes of gardenia, Tiare  flower, vanilla bean, and a hint of amber. It’s the perfect daytime scent for me, and I’ve been wearing it a lot this month.

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5 Ways to Dress Down a Dress

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I’m pretty sure that no one would ever call me the queen of fancy dressing. Let’s make something clear; Seattle is an incredibly casual city. I know of only one restaurant in the city that has any sort of dress code (sportcoat required) and during the peak business hours, the downtown core is bustling with people in mostly business casual attire. It’s what I’m used to, and while I appreciate dressing up, it’s just not as typical.

Tips to Dress Down a Fancy Dress // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion Blog

What I’m Wearing

Dress: Cream and Coral Satin Skater Dress c/o Quiz Clothing (Shop this style in Blue and Grey Floral, Poppy, or Cream and Blue Floral)
Jacket: Octavia Faux Suede Jacket borrowed c/o Le Tote (Sign up with my referral link and save $25 off your first month!)
Bag: Kate Spade Newbury Lane Sally
Shoes: JustFab (similar under $30, similar under $50, similar under $100)

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How to Wear Culottes with Everything

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Do you have any trendy pieces hanging out in your closet that you swore up and down that you would never buy… until you did and loved it? Yeah, for me that’s culottes. It started with this culotte jumpsuit, then I found this one, and finally, I found this pair of culottes. I don’t know why it was harder for me to embrace this trend. Maybe it was that I didn’t have an idea of how to wear culottes. Or maybe it was all the extra fabric that scared me away from giving it a try. But, I did, and now I couldn’t be more pleased to have them in my life.

How to Wear Culottes for Fall // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion Blog

I was innocently shopping at Target when I happened upon these denim culottes. They’re made of a super soft, lightweight material called Lyocell, so they’re not your traditional jean material. But they look close enough, so let’s just call them denim. ;) Besides their softness, I knew they would go with everything in my closet, and take a standard outfit from blah to fun. If I were to have one gripe with these, it’s that they wrinkle so dang fast. I shot these photos right after I got off work, so sitting in them all day at my desk did a number on them. Womp womp.

What I’m Wearing

Culottes: Merona Denim Culotte via Target
T-Shirt: The Ash c/o Elizabeth & Clarke
Jacket: Thrifted via Value Village
Sandals: Madden Girl Lori via Journey’s
Bag: Dailylook (similar here for less than $40)
Bandana: Fred Meyer (shop exact at Amazon for $3!)

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My Favorite Way to Style a Romper

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It’s no secret (well, I don’t think it is anyway) that one of my favorite pieces to live in all summer long is a romper. Besides the bathroom issue, they’re cute, comfortable, and come in a wide variety of styles.

How to Wear a Romper with Denim Jacket // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion Blog

How to Style a Romper

I’ve heard from a lot of people that they don’t think they can pull off a romper. To that, I say you can’t pull it off if you never try it on! ;) Really, though, once you find a romper that flatters your figure, I promise you’ll be sad you didn’t try it sooner.

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5 Fall Fashion Trends to Buy Now

I know, I know, it’s only July, but trust me, before you know it the weather’s going to get chilly, and you’re going to be craving fall fashion.Fall is my favorite season; the beautiful colors, the light chill in the air, and the pumpkin and apple everything… bring it on!I That’s why I’m already shopping for fall and recently went on a small spending spree at thredUP with pieces that I can add to my summer closet that can easily transition into fall as well.

Fall Fashion Trends: Oversized Boyfriend Blazers in Autumn Tones // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion Blog

If I haven’t told you about thredUP already, it’s about time I did. I have been using thredUP’s services for about three years now. I discovered the company after a friend recommended trying to sell my clothes to them. They accept gently used clothing in exchange for cash or credit to shop. Every few months I clean out my closet, sell a few items to them, and buy a couple of new-to-me gently loved designer items. It’s a great way to add designer staples like handbags, shoes, and dresses to your wardrobe without breaking the bank.

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