Trend Spotter: The Teddy Bear Coat

There are two types of people in this world. You either A: think this is the cutest coat ever and are obsessed or B: you're asking yourself who begged me to wear a teddy bear/ carpet as a jacket. I know, I know everyone is entitled to their own opinion, yes, BUT I just really hope you're not option B lol. 

This trend has many names so if you're trying to search it up on Pinterest to see other ways it's been styled, find it at a store, or just figure out what the heck it's called, you can type in: "Teddy Bear Coat", "Sherpa Coat", "Faux Shearling Coat", or "Pile Coat/Jacket." 

I'd like to call this coat trend "love at first pin." I legit saw this on pinterest and instantly knew I needed it. I'm no veteran to being in love, but I'm prettttyyyyyy sure this coat is what it feels like. When I finally got my hands on this bad boy it was game over. 

The teddy bear coat I've styled, I got from H&M a couple of weeks ago for $60 and then I found a 20% off coupon and ended up spending only like $54 bucks on it. [ Quick Story Time: Before you say 'ahhh Demi you saved like nothing' I will have you know that I will never EVER be above saving money with coupons haha. I hated when my mom would always have me check and see if there were coupons for whatever she was buying and I never understood it, but now that I spend my own money I GET IT. I mean, yeah its "just 6 bucks" but thats basically a Chipotle bowl don't play. Sorry for questioning you, Mom lol.  ]

This was hands down one of my favorite fall purchases. I'm going to keep in 100 with you though, I was slightly disappointed with the fact that  it wasn't lined on the inside. Maybe I just expect to much? but I thought that if it was fluffy on the outside, it would be on the inside too....but nah lol. However, I'm happy to share that it's still surprisingly warm so it's not a total 'L'. 

Unfortunately, this trend is a little bit on the pricier side, but I've been able to find some less expensive options all under $100 that I've linked below at the end of this post. 

XX,

DEMI B 

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Left To Right: Urban Outfitters (here) // H&M [Exact one I have] // SheIn (here) // H&M (here) //

Forever 21 (here) // H&M (here) 

* you can also click on the image to be directed to the site * 

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Fold Over.

Have you ever wondered why off-the-shoulder tops, dresses, and sweaters were also called bardot tops? omg same. (if you didn't say yes, this is awkward lol.)  

Basically, the style was influenced by the outfit worn by the famous French actress, singer, and fashion icon Bridgett Bardot at the 1953 Cannes Film Festival. You learn something new every day ;) #FashionFactsbyDEMIB

This "bardot" trend is one that sneakily found its way into fall -- we'll see whether or not it get carried into winter, but I doubt it. Why? because wearing off-the-shoulder tops with a jacket is quite arguably the hardest and most uncomfortable thing ever. Don't believe me? try it. You either awkwardly pull it up so it can kind of sit like a regular top under your jacket OR you have to leave it the way it is and have a clump of fabric sitting weirdly under you armpit. Its a lose lose situation unless there's some life hack I don't yet. If there is pleaseeeee let your girl know. 

But hey, maybe off the shoulder jackets are the next hot item? but then like, your shoulders would literally freeze..

XX, 
DEMI B

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What I'm Wearing

Top: Chicwish (here)

Belt: Blush Boutique 

Bottoms: Charlotte Russe 

Shoes: Steve Madden 

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hello moto.

If you don't know the reference I made in the title of this blog post, welp, this is v awkward... Throwback to when the hot pink motorola razor was the "it" phone to have. lolz 

Hellloo beautiful people!!

 This post is going to be a quickie -- why might you ask? Because I have a NUC 273 [Mechanics of Materials] exam tomorrow that I'm stressin' about. I needed a quick study break before my brain exploded so what better way to relieve some stress than a new post. ;) 

 Anyway, with absolutely no warning from Indiana, it's finally feeling like fall (tbh dangnear winter) here in West Lala which gave me the perfect reason to bust out the jackets. Motorcycle jackets [aka Moto Jackets] are a fall wardrobe staple and I'm obsessed with this one from Tobi.com. 

ps. They currently have 50% off their entire site... you're welcome :) 

xx, 

DEMI B 

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Jacket: Tobi

Shoes: Charlotte Russe 

Jeans: James Jeans

fallin for you.

If you read my last post, it's no surprise to you that I'm in love with fall... but there's one thing that I don't really like about this oh so beautiful season. I'm about to be honest with you all please don't judge.

Drumroll please...I'm not a huge fan of the PSL. For those of you who are unaware of what that is, its Starbucks' popular fall-time drink, the drink of the season, THE Pumpkin Spice Latte. 

After soooooo much hype, last year I finally I tried this drink that seems to be in every girl's hand during fall. I was so excited, like realllly excited. Why might you ask? I thought it was going to be this life changing experience. Everyone that I talked to seemed to be head over heels for this PSL. It was nearly impossible to talk about fall and this drink not come up in conversation. So when I took a whole half sip and decided the PSL wasn't for me I felt like  a fraud. Is fall really even my favorite season?

To be honest, I have no clue why I thought I would like it because I'm not the biggest pumpkin fan....at all. lolz. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for pumpkin patches and picking the perfect pumpkin to carve, but eating? nah. 

I don't even know how this Pumpkin Spice trend started, but I think it's safe to say its gotten out of hand -- here are a few of my fav Overdone Pumpkin Spice treats: 

1) Pumpkin Spice dog treats 

2) Pupmkin Spice air freshener

3) PSL Makeup Highlighter [lol I had to link this so you didn't think I was kidding]

4) PSL Shampoo/ Conditioner

5) PSL Burger King Burger [only in Japan TGod]

Winter, Spring, Summer, PSL. 'Tis the season ladies + gents -- I hope you enjoy the Pumpkin Spice season ;)

 

xx, 
DEMI B

ps. I have a Zebra Hot chocolate, not a PSL in my cup. 

ps ps. If you have any tips about how to avoid fly aways, pleaseeee comment and let me know. ;)

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DRESS: GG Boutique [use my code DEMIB25 for 25% off]

BOOTS: Steve Madden (Here)

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James.

Sweater weather, bonfires, and pumpkin spice everything -- Fall is approaching and I honestly couldn't be happier...

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We are a whole 7 days away from the official first day of fall and I couldn't be any more excited. Fall is hands down my favorite season...hands down. Even though here in the midwest and it lasts for a whole 2 weeks, this is the time of year that I live for. The chunky scarves, layering, and sweater weather? It's all music to my ears.

4 REASONS WHY I LOVE FALL

1. It's not too hot or too cold.

I'm totally just not a summer girl. Don't get me wrong I love the beach and the lake but I just can't really handle the heat. My favorite thing about summer is knowing that fall is just around the corner. Spring? Wayyyyy too much pollen and bees (FYI ever since I was stung behind my ear in the 4th grade, I'm terrified of bees). Winter? I'm a winter baby and I'm so proud, but after living in the Midwest, winter has kind of been ruined for me. [Plus, no one can see your cute 'fit underneath your huge parka. sigh]

2. You can still wear ripped jeans. 

If you wear ripped jeans during the winter months, you will legit freeze your knee caps off. But with fall, you can keep wearing them and your knees will stay in tact. For that, I am forever thankful. 

3. It's acceptable to start drinking hot chocolate.

I never have been and never will be a coffee girl. I'm more of a tea and hot chocolate type of gal, so during the summer, I just look weird walking around when everyone is drinking/ordering their iced coffee drinks and all I ever drink is Earl Grey Tea / Lipton English Tea (with hazelnut coffee creamer and sugar-- try it, it's going to change your life)

4. FALL FASHION IS BAE. 

There is no other fashion season that makes me more happy than fall. I don't know how to explain the feeling or why I feel that way, but I just do.

XX, 

DEMI B

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LOOK 1 

LOOK 2

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TOP: TARGET STYLE
BOTTOMS: JAMES JEANS
SHOES: NIKE

CHOKER: TARGET
WATCH: SHORE WATCHES

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TOP (ACTUALLY A DRESS): MISSGUIDED
BOTTOMS: JAMES JEANS
HAT: FOREVER 21

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Although I was sent this denim from James Jeans, all opinions are my own. <3

sporty chic.

I'm not really a believer in sticking to one certain "look" or style. If you've got a certain color palette you go with, I get it because I'm the exact same. I love black, white, nudes,and navy and I try to stay away from bright, bold colors, but when it comes to a certain look, I'm all over the place. One day its boho, the next preppy, then maybe a little sporty chic (even though I'm the least sporty person you'll probably ever meet).

Moral of the story? Dress however you feel like in the morning. Let your mood determine what look you're going for. For me, this is how my brain works when I'm picking out an outfit no joke: 

"Wow I should workout this morning." (15 minutes later) "Ehhhhh not feeling it." So what to I do? I decided that dressing with a sporty flare would be as close to working out as I'd get. Let me break down this fit and you tell me thats it's not basically workout gear. 

Top: It's a bodysuit from zara which is basically a leotard. If you didn't know ballerinas wear these when they dance -- and dance is a workout)

Pants: Are they jeans? Yes. Do they feel like jeans? Nope. ;)  I'm not lying when I say these jeans feel like leggings and what do most people wear when they workout? Leggings. (Reason 10000283749 why I love my James Jeans.) 

Shoes: I'm not going to lie, these are the only pair of proper workout sneakers I have, and I'd be lying if I told you I bought them for workout purposes. 

xx, 
DEMI B

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Top: Zara 

Jeans: James Jeans

Watch: Daniel Wellington

Bag: Kate Spade 

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This summer I have the pleasure of shooting with the crazzzy talented Mariah Wyall -- check out her amazing site here:

RIYA PHOTO

running on "e".

Hello beautiful people of the internet!

I hope you had an amazing Easter with your family and loved ones celebrating the love and resurrection of Jesus. I was lucky enough to go home (shoutout to Rachel for the ride) and spend the weekend with my amazing family and Tobi -- our adorable maltipoo puppy that I'm obnoxiously obsessed with. At this point, I think I should honestly just do a whole blog post on him so that when I do talk about him, you too can appreciate his cuteness. 

Symmetry Style, a boutique in Fort Wayne, IN  does it again and I'm obsessed with  literally everything in the store. I picked this off the shoulder top out when I was home for spring break and I was literally in love. (I know I say that about everything but I really do mean it.) Also, If you couldn't tell, I really like this off the shoulder trend. I apologize in advance for all of the future blog posts with this trend but I just love it.  ;) 

XX, 
DEMI B 

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Top: 

Symmetry Style

Skirt: 

This amazing shop called Hannah's Closet (AKA my roommate's closet, thanks Han ;))

sweet home indiana.

Most people know that I typically don't like to claim Indiana. Why? because I'm a born and raised Georgia Peach. I moved to Indiana my junior year of high school and I was forced -- literally forced (I cried almost the whole way here people).  I've got to admit that I wasn't thrilled about the corn fields for days or the crazy bipolar weather or the fact that I have to drive 2 hours to get to a good mall ( I mean can you blame me?). BUT, surprisingly she's actually grown on me.

I've been trying to appreciate her beauty a lot more lately and honestly I'm so happy we moved here. If not for Indiana, I wouldn't have met my amazing boyfriend or the amazing people I get to call my friends. Moral of the story? God has a purpose behind everything -- even if it seems like he doesnt. Everything happens for a reason, if not for this corn state who knows if The Efflorescence would even exit. 

OKAY. So now that's over, on to the 'fit. If you can't tell, I'm highkey obsessed with the off the shoulder trend and here I paired it with the most perfect pair of blue jeans. I LOVED THESE JEANS. I honestly didn't want to take them off. They have the perfect amount of stretch and the blue pigment is divine. 

XX, 

DEMI B

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White off the Shoulder Top: Symmetry

Blue Jeans: Symmetry

nyc.

Perks of having 3 sisters? You have 3 times as many clothes because you can steal theirs. ;) I say that because as much as I would love to take credit for this amazing turtleneck sweatshirt, I can't because sadly it's not mine! :( Its my little sister's but was too perfect to not steal and I can honestly say I don't regret a thing.

The reason I love this outfit so much is because it's so comfortable since it is a sweatshirt, but the turtleneck aspect of it makes it more stylish than your average crewneck. Plus, you can never go wrong with an all black 'fit amiright?!?! 

XX,

DEMI B