Six Ways to Style~ {A Chambray Shirt}

Someone I work with who is totally lovely AND follows our little blog, asked me why I wear my chambray shirt  A LOT but have never done a six ways post on it? I was a little stunned for a minute. Wait. What?! We haven't done a six ways post on how to style a chambray shirt? I actually went back and checked.....Nope. Really?? Wow. A chambray shirt is such a staple in my closet (It was mentioned in our Fashion Foundation series) that it actually makes its presence known in every six ways post but has never been featured all by itself! We decided to go back through our outfits and pull some of our favorite looks featuring a chambray shirt and serve it up here--finally! Soon we are also going to do a BRAND new post with SIX NEW looks with a chambray shirt. Yippee!

Best chambray shirts

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1. Leggings: 

Chambray is the perfect layering piece when you are trying to create a comfy, legging look. The long t-shirt needs a little something to balance out the top and the open chambray shirt does the trick. Throw in some perfect boot socks and slouchy boots and you have nailed comfort and cute on the head. See the original post for outfit details!

2. Leather

I love pairing any of my leather jackets with my chambray shirt. The leather has a dressy/edgy vibe and the chambray helps tone the whole look down a bit. Throwing in a pop of color with the shoes is a great accent to the subtle chambray. See the original post for outfit details!

3. Ombre

Ombre really was a HUGE trend in 2013. Hair, clothes, jewelry, what have you...somebody tried doing it ombre. I love this ombre color scheme that without the chambray could seem too monochromatic. The chambray shirt breaks up the color movement perfectly! See the original post for outfit details!

4. Trousers

The awesome thing about a chambray shirt is that it can be both casual or dressy depending on what you put on the bottom half. The trousers in this pic are definitely more dressy and the chambray shirt comes along for the ride.  The light weight scarf is the perfect accessory. See the original post for outfit details!

5. Colored Denim

I love, love colored denim. It's not only cute but a confidence boost too. Sometimes people have told me that colored denim freaks them out a bit. My first recommendation is to pair ANY colored denim with a chambray shirt to help tone down the color. See the original post for outfit details!

6. Dressy

Chambray even works when you really want to doll it up. It works lovely with this outfit from the cognac heels to the mint statement necklace. See the original post for outfit details!

Six Ways to Style~{A Cognac Leather Jacket}

This is one of my favorite layering pieces in my closet! I am a tiny bit obsessed with cognac (the color!) right now too. I love it in belts, boots, and blazers! The one we are styling here has so many great details and embellishments and the perfect, tailored fit. I find myself throwing it over so many outfits.

 (This SAME ONE is on clearance right now at Target for $19.99! Bah! Go get it! )

Want a cognac leather jacket?

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1. Chambray Sure
There will be a future six ways post on this cream skinnies! I just love how simple this outfit is, yet so pulled together. Wearing a chambray shirt as your bottom layer is always a sure bet. Every time. The cognac jacket does so much for the overall look and feel of the outfit. I threw on orange flats for a pop of color.

Chambray: Kohls
Skinnies: Old Navy
Flats: Banana Republic

2. Mixin Prints
Polka-dots and stripes! (Check out our Print on Print posts for more tips on mixing prints.) The jacket is the perfect accent to this look. The black and white prints give detail while the jacket finishes it off. And of course...LEOPARD print shoes bring it all together. LOVE this look!

Sleeveless: Good Will!
Tank: Nordstrom Rack
Skinny jeans: Herberger's
Shoes: Target

3. Animal Instinct
Animal print is my new black. I used to be in this awful rut where I wore black nearly every day. It forced me to be on a strict "no black buying" shopping diet. However, I feel as though I now have an addiction to animal print because I buy it and wear it all the time. I adore it here under the cognac jacket. Oh well. This is a perfect going out look that looks comfy and chic at the same time.

Cardigan: Kohls
Tank: Old Navy
Skinnies: American Eagle
Flats: Von Maur, Born

4. Layered Love
For this look, I chose a lighter chambray shirt with a great striped sweater. I picked a orange statement necklace to add a pop of color. The nude sparkle shoes are the perfect way to complete it without going over the top.

Chambray: Charlotte Russe
Sweater: Gap
Necklace: Burlington Coat Factory
Skinny jeans: Herberger's
Shoes: Target

5. Say Yes to a Dress
This is another great example of how to stretch your wardrobe through several seasons. I used to classify this black dress as a strictly summer staple. However, when I was thinking about how to layer with my cognac jacket, it popped in my mind. The boot sox and matching cognac boots give it a perfect fall vibe. I added a little pop with the gold and turquoise necklace and suddenly had a fabulous fall look...from a summer dress. Say yes!

Dress: Ann Taylor Loft
Boot Socks: Target
Boots: Tilly's
Necklace: ancient!

6. Leather Squared
Can't get enough of Black and Brown! (Check out a previous posts on pairing these two neutrals.)The leggings are a faux leather and the combo with the jacket is amazing! The green necklace adds just enough to bring it all together.

Sleeveless: Charlotte Russe
Leggings: Forever 21
Necklace: Jo Ann Fabrics!
Shoes: The Buckle