Keli Rabon

Category: Fashion

  • 4 Ways to Rock a Denim Jacket This Fall

    4 Ways to Rock a Denim Jacket This Fall

    As the temperature falls, what kind of jacket will you grab? Denim jackets are a classic staple that have made a big resurgence the last couple seasons. I’m sharing how to style my go-to denim jacket (super affordable, as its price varies between $40 and $80!) four different ways! I partnered with The Ms. Collection, a women’s clothing subscription box service, for this post. More details — and special savings — on The Ms. Collection and The Mr. Collection below!

    THE CHALLENGE

    Without any heads up on what four pieces were arriving, I challenged myself to create outfits integrating a denim jacket to show you 1) how you can effortlessly layer denim over sequins, stripes, prints, or solids, and 2) how easily The Ms. Collection integrates into your existing wardrobe!

    THE LOOKS

    The first example feels SO versatile — I feel like it’s perfect for a casual work environment (where are my school teacher readers at?!) and throwing on the floppy hat make it feel ready for the farmers market or a wine tasting. The Ms. Collection included this green animal print skirt in my monthly pack, and I think it’s such a fun piece to style!

    • Denim Jacket, Hat, Earrings, Blouse, and Booties: HERE
      Skirt:       HERE

    This coral jumpsuit from The Ms. Collection was just my speed — a bold color with a comfortable fit! Adding a snakeskin belt helped to make it feel a little more fall-like and the denim jacket made for the perfect transitional outfit! Add in neutral open toe booties and a taupe colored tote and you’ve got an outfit that can definitely stand the test of time through several seasons!

    • Denim Jacket, Purse, Shoes, Earrings, Similar Belt: HERE
      Jumpsuit:       HERE

    A denim jacket might feel casual, but it’s getting an upgrade with this sequin leopard print skirt! I love the mix of textures in this look, and how the white sheer blouse from The Ms. Collection simply pulls this look together.

    • Denim Jacket, Earrings, Skirt, Booties: HERE
      Blouse:       HERE

    I grabbed the denim jacket for this western-inspired look, again playing with textures to make an interesting yet cohesive outfit! The black & white blouse from The Ms. Collection could have been worn dozens of ways, but I wanted to pump up the western vibes with this black hat and some faux leather skinny jeans (these are 60% off at just $39!) The denim jacket made the approach a little more casual, while adding one more element of interest to this fun and playful look!

    • Denim Jacket, Jeggings, Booties: HERE
      Blouse:       HERE

    TIMELESS — FOR LESS

    The Ms. Collection makes keeping your wardrobe fresh and exciting SO simple without you wasting any time or money! Signing up is easy and the on-boarding process is enjoyable. You answer a handful of questions about your personal style, likes / dislikes, preferred colors, etc. Then the personal stylist goes to work — and before you know it, The Mr. & Ms. Collection sends a pack of clothes and/or accessories to your doorstep!

    There are a few membership options to choose from, ranging from $59 – $89 per month:

    • Standard Once a Month – Three items in each pack, 1x per month: $59/mo
    • Premium Once a Month – Four items in each pack, 1x per month: $69/mo
    • Standard Unlimited – Three items in each pack, unlimited packs: $79/mo
    • Premium Unlimited – Four items in each pack, unlimited packs: $89/mo

    Each month, a $20 credit will be added to your account to apply toward any items you choose to purchase. It makes those discounted items an EVEN better deal! 

    And while we’re talking price: You can use my code “kelirabonstyle” for 20% off your first month — this works for both The Mr. Collection and The Ms. Collection!

    Hope you enjoyed this month’s style challenge and how-to! Time to fall in love with your animal print pieces all over again!

    XOXO,

    Keli

  • How To: Style Animal Print Like a Pro

    How To: Style Animal Print Like a Pro

    Snakeskin details (belt, hat trim, or shoes) are an easy way to dabble in the trend!
    Hat – Similar / Similar / | Jacket – HERE | Bodysuit – HERE | Skirt & Watch – The Ms. Collection
    Belt – HERE or Similar| Earrings – HERE | Sunglasses – HERE

    It’s no secret that animal print is here to stay — and while I’ve had fun wearing it during spring and summer, FALL is my favorite time for these fun pieces! As we close out summer, I’m sharing several ways to transition your warmer weather wardrobe while rocking this fun trend. I partnered with The Ms. Collection, a women’s clothing subscription box service, for this post. More details — and special savings — on The Ms. Collection and The Mr. Collection below!

    THE CHALLENGE

    Without any heads up on what four pieces were arriving, I challenged myself to create outfits integrating leopard, snakeskin, and cheetah to show you 1) how you can work these prints in anytime, and 2) how easily The Ms. Collection integrates into your existing wardrobe!

    SMALL DOSES OF SPOTS & SKINS

    Hat – Similar / Similar / | Jacket – HERE | Bodysuit – HERE | Skirt & Watch – The Ms. Collection
    Belt – HERE or Similar| Earrings – HERE | Sunglasses – HERE

    One of the easiest ways to incorporate animal prints are in small doses — like accessories! Pop on a python belt or pick up a hat with some skin for trim — and you’ll update a previous go-to piece with this season’s twist! When I spotted this light wash denim skirt from The Ms. Collection, I knew I wanted to pair it with a white bodysuit and grab a jacket for a top layer. Adding a snakeskin belt updated it to a fall transitional look — and adding the felt hat with a snakeskin band sealed the deal! Accenting with a calf hair leopard print belt and/or booties would achieve the same effect!

    COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES

    Top – The Ms. Collection | Skirt – HERE | Belt – HERE | Heels – HERE (lots of animal prints too!)
    Watch – The Ms. Collection | Clutch – Similar
    animal print in bright colors

    A leopard may not change its spots — but YOU can change the color! Wear the trend without looking like everyone else by opting for animal print in fun colors instead of the usual neutrals. This can also be a fun way to incorporate the trend if you’re shy about animal prints because at first glance, this skirt doesn’t look like cheetah! I paired it with a wine colored soft jersey knit blouse from The Ms. Collection — which could easily be worn to work or play, paired with slacks or denim!

    WALK ON THE WILD SIDE

    Dress – The Ms. Collection | Booties – HERE | Watch – The Ms. Collection
    • Green dress with snakeskin booties

    Step up your print game with some fun footwear! From booties to heels, open-toe sandals to OTK boots, we’re seeing animal print running rampant in the shoe department. This sleeveless jersey ruched dress from The Ms. Collection is a warm weather staple, but easily transitions to fall when you add snakeskin booties (I think of them as an “elevated neutral.”) Leopard heels, zebra booties, or snakeskin over-the-knee boots will all be go-to designs over the coming months, and putting the trend on your feet allows you to make a sexy and sophisticated statement.

    TIMELESS — FOR LESS

    The Ms. Collection makes keeping your wardrobe fresh and exciting SO simple without you wasting any time or money! Signing up is easy and the on-boarding process is enjoyable. You answer a handful of questions about your personal style, likes / dislikes, preferred colors, etc. Then the personal stylist goes to work — and before you know it, The Mr. & Ms. Collection sends a pack of clothes and/or accessories to your doorstep!

    There are a few membership options to choose from, ranging from $59 – $89 per month:

    • Standard Once a Month – Three items in each pack, 1x per month: $59/mo
    • Premium Once a Month – Four items in each pack, 1x per month: $69/mo
    • Standard Unlimited – Three items in each pack, unlimited packs: $79/mo
    • Premium Unlimited – Four items in each pack, unlimited packs: $89/mo

    Each month, a $20 credit will be added to your account to apply toward any items you choose to purchase. It makes those discounted items an EVEN better deal! 

    And while we’re talking price: You can use my code “kelirabonstyle” for 20% off your first month — this works for both The Mr. Collection and The Ms. Collection!

    Hope you enjoyed this month’s style challenge and how-to! Time to fall in love with your animal print pieces all over again! 🙂

    XOXO,

    Keli

  • What to Pack for a Weekend Getaway!

    What to Pack for a Weekend Getaway!

    Packing Cubes – HERE | Packing Essentials – HERE

    Packing for a trip is always a process — whether it’s a long weekend or a couple week excursion! You raid your closet for fun go-to pieces, see what you’re lacking (or discover that you can’t find something you love!), and make a quick dash to the mall to fill in the gaps or get a special statement piece.

    I had the opportunity to spend a few days in Galveston for my sister-in-law’s bachelorette party, and in the midst of all my summer chaos, the weekend snuck up on me with little time to pack! Luckily, my monthly pack from The Ms. Collection arrived just in the nick of time and the stylists hooked me up with pieces that were perfect for our beach-side festivities.

    Real quick: The Ms. Collection is a personal styling and clothing rental subscription service that helps revamp your wardrobe by sending you clothes each month. Wear them for a weekend (or several weeks!) and send them back or buy them if you love them — the choice is yours! Plans start at $59 / month and I’ll explain more at the end of the post.

    CASUAL – CUTE TOP

    This sleeveless blouse was the perfect beach getaway piece! It was great to travel in & helped me looked polished and put-together on arrival to Galveston. I opted to wear it on Day 1, but it would have been great to wear out at night, to brunch, or any other occasion too!

    Blouse – The Ms. Collection | Shorts – HERE | Earrings – HERE | Purse – HERE
    Wedges – HERE

    SASSY SKIRT

    What’s a night out without a little flare? The Ms. Collection sent this saucy, saturated teal green skirt which I saved for the last evening! I paired it with a black bodysuit, but it would look great with white too. I think a colored skirt is such a fun, feminine staple that’s easy to pack and put to great use!

    Bodysuit – HERE | Skirt – The Ms. Collection | Earrings – HERE | Heels – SIMILAR / SIMILAR
    Bracelet – HERE | Belt – HERE

    VERSATILE DRESS

    Find a dress that can take you from day to night — or let The Ms. Collection find one for you! 🙂 This coral red off-the-shoulder lace dress was perfect for a beach trip. I wore it out to dinner with Valentino Rockstud wedges, but it would have been just as pretty with flip flops to breakfast by the beach!

    Dress – The Ms. Collection | Necklace – HERE | Purse – HERE | Wedges – HERE

    WHITE BLOUSE

    A white blouse is another wardrobe staple — but this one came with a twist (or should I say a TIE!) The dressier, thicker fabric and wrap waist made it a piece that’s easy to dress up, though I could have paired it with shorts, a colorful skirt, or distressed denim too! And whenever I’m wearing a white blouse or dress, a bag with a pop of color is a MUST (but knowing me, you already guessed that!)

    Blouse – The Ms. Collection | Jeans – HERE | Sunglasses – HERE | Earrings – HERE
    Purse – HERE | Bracelet – HERE | Wedges – HERE (Similar)

    OTHER ESSENTIALS

    STYLE MADE SIMPLE

    The Ms. Collection (or the guy’s version, The Mr. Collection) makes keeping your wardrobe fresh and exciting SO simple! Signing up is easy and the on-boarding process is enjoyable. You answer a handful of questions about your personal style, likes / dislikes, preferred colors, etc. Then the personal stylist goes to work — and before you know it, The Mr. & Ms. Collection sends a pack of clothes and/or accessories to your doorstep!

    There are a few membership options to choose from, ranging from $59 – $89 per month:

    • Standard Once a Month – Three items in each pack, 1x per month: $59/mo
    • Premium Once a Month – Four items in each pack, 1x per month: $69/mo
    • Standard Unlimited – Three items in each pack, unlimited packs: $79/mo
    • Premium Unlimited – Four items in each pack, unlimited packs: $89/mo

    Each month, a $20 credit will be added to your account to apply toward any items you choose to purchase. It makes those discounted items an EVEN better deal! 

    And while we’re talking price: You can use my code “kelirabonstyle” for 20% off your first month — this works for both The Mr. & Ms. Collection!

    Hope this help you make packing for your next weekend getaway a little easier. Please share your packing tips with me for a future vacation post (because I’m already ready for another trip!)

    XOXO,

    Keli

  • Nordstrom Sale Must Haves

    Nordstrom Sale Must Haves

    Coat – HERE | Dress – HERE | Earrings – HERE | Boots – HERE

    Faux Suede Leopard Print Trench – This fits like a dream. Incredibly soft, great print. Runs big so either don’t size up OR plan to have it altered (if you have a Nordstrom card use your alteration credit!)

    Steve Madden Rockstar Snakeskin Booties

    Treasure & Bond Snakeskin Hat

    Vince Camuto Gigietta Tan Booties (Also in Snakeskin)

    Chelsea28 Shimmery Purple Midi Skirt

    Something Navy Leopard Silk Skirt

    Vince Snakeskin Mules (also in Black Suede, Black Leather, Beige Leather)

    Paige Black Ankle Boots

    BP Gretta Sandal (Mule in Yellow, Black or Blush)

    Barefoot Dreams Throw

    Topshop Dad Jeans

    J Crew Blazer (yellow & blue)

    Dolce Vita Zebra Booties –

    Topshop Floral Dress –

    BP Cami Leopard/Black/ White etc –

    PJ Leopard Shorts
    PJ Leopard Top –
    Cozy Shorts –

    Tibi Red Snakeskin Skirt –

    Paige Black Snakeskin Bootie –

    Tory Burch Flip Flops –
    Tory Burch Block Heel Sandals –

    Sanctuary Camo Military Jacket –

    Vince Camuto Geo Sleeveless Dress –

    Spanx Faux Leather Leggings –

    Halogen Pleated Leopard Midi Skirt –

    Stuart Weitzman Darla OTK Boot –

    BlankNYC Faux Suede Blazer

    Sole Society Faux Leather Tote –

    Halogen Bootie (white, black, snakeskin, etc) –

    Steve Madden Snakeskin Loafers –

    Hunter Boots — Black Glossy — never go on sale!!

    Jeffrey Campbell Booties — Black Snakeskin or Brown Snakeskin — these look AWESOME & feel

    Louis Et Cie Leopard Print Booties –

    BEAUTY
    Supergoop Duo – Setting Mist w/ SPF 50
    Stila Liquid Eyeliner & Liquid Shadow – The liquid liner is my fav & can’t wait to try the eye shadow!
    Lancome Eye Defincils Trio – The very best eye makeup remover ever. Stock up now on this set that will last you at least a year!
    Trish McEvoy Power of Skincare Set – Trish makes THE best skincare and makeup too! $780 value for $230
    Trish McEvoy Brush Set – $185 ($400 value)
    Makeup Eraser 2 pack $25 ($40 Value) – Absolutely adore Makeup Eraser washcloths!
    Trish McEvoy Power of Makeup Planner – $250 ($575 value) — Trish’s makeup planner will simplify & change your makeup routine forever!!!

    INTIMATES
    Natori Feathers Bra (TTS) – The best bra out there.

    Commando Microfiber Thongs –

    Hanky Panky Lace Thongs (Solid or Printed)

    Tommy John Thong – never tried these but heard great things about the men’s undies!

    ESSENTIALS
    Halogen Seamless Two-Way Tank – These tanks are AMAZING!

    Ruffle Neck Tank (Black, White, Red)

    Halogen Camisole – 10 colors! Haven’t tried this in person but could be an excellent basic in spring, summer, and fall colors!

  • 20 Graphic Tees Under $20

    20 Graphic Tees Under $20

    Shirt: HERE | Sunglasses: HERE

    Graphic tees are incredibly hot right now but many of these vintage inspired, worn-in shirts are $50 or even $100! I’ve been digging through the options and rounded up 20 solid picks for you that are under $20 (most under $15!) and nearly all of them can arrive at your doorstep in just a couple days!

    Click on each shirt in this photo to take you directly to the product page!

    XOXO,

    Keli