Tara Colleen: synergy style

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peachy keen

yay, happy Friday!!!

I have to be honest, I am really struggling trying to keep a schedule with this new little addition. if he's not eating or pooping, he's sleeping and all I want to do is stare at him all day while trying to keep 2 crazy toddlers from jumping all over him. its a balance i have yet to master, so my posts will most likely be pretty sporadic the next few weeks, but I promise i will do my best to quickly get through the last of my maternity looks. its been so gloomy all week, so I though I would brighten it up a bit with this pretty little peach blouse. my bestie owns this amazing pop-up shop Synergy Style and lucky me, I get first dibs on all the goodies!! this blouse was oh so perfect to priss up this big boy bump (and ps, its totally not maternity, i just bumped up a size) so the moment i saw it, I knew it was a must have!! I always love peach/blush tones against my pale complexion and the lace trim is so feminine and flattering. I paired them with light wash skinnies (also non-maternity, but totally rockin the belly band to make them fit) and lots of white and pearl accessories to match the trim. thanks for hangin in there with me, i hope you all have a wonderful (hopefully dry) weekend!!!

"i am too positive to be doubtful, too optimistic to be fearful, and too determined to be defeated"

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

top c/o Synergy Style // skinnies J Brand // bag Old Navy // heels Lulus // sunnies Aldo //
"&" c/o Carrie Grace Shop // "love" c/o Towne & Reese // earrings Synergy Style //
chain link c/o Towne & Reese // watch Michael Kors

festival florals

i'm taking a little break from my CFW looks to get back to my everyday kinda uniform. coming into warmer weather, i'm always more drawn to bohemian looks and with all the festival styles popping up on my instafeed, i've been feeling very kimono-inspired. sorting through my current collection, I definitely have room to add a few (or 10) more and this mixed print style is my first acquisition of the season! with the floral print and patterned sleeve, it will be super easy to find a plethora of tops to pair it over, but for todays post (and to minimize my bump) I went with this charcoal camisole. light wash skinnies are a sign of summer and this pair was a steal from H&M. i have yet to be able to button the waist (hello bellyband) but even so, they are incredibly comfortable and have the perfect amount of stretch to hold their fit. keeping with a fairly neutral palate, I threw on my fave floppy and lace up sandals and layered on the gold accessories adding the slightest pop of fuchsia with this tassel clutch. are any of you feeling festival inspired as of late?? what's your favorite boho style staple??

"it's okay to be a glow stick, sometimes we need to break before we shine"

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

kimono c/o Synergy Style // tank styleXchange // skinnies H&M // heels GoJane // hat Vestique // clutch Shiraleah c/o Retail Therapy // lip "vivianna" c/o Kismet Cosmetics //

studs and "love" necklace c/o Towne & Reese // arrowhead c/o Synergy Style //

arrowhead bangles Bourbon & Boweties // watch Michael Kors //

hand chain Gorjana c/o Rocksbox (use code: TARAXOXO2 to receive your first month free)

navajo

back to boho today for a little belted tunic action. I love how in fashion you can change your style on a moments notice. I'm still really utilizing a lot of black these days, but its nice to switch it up from the rocker vibe I've had going on lately. coming into spring, I'm happy to see that the Navajo/bohemian influence hasn't gone anywhere because I totally have a closet full of kimonos and fringe that I plan on keeping in heavy rotation. this tunic is the perfect transition style, and if I wasn't so pregnant, its actually long enough to wear as a dress, but I chose not to scare the neighbors and paired it with these coated leggings. I usually love flowy tops over my bump, but I tried something new and belted it for a little accentuation to my new found "curves". I had a hard time deciding on heels and totally did the mirror shot selfie test to ask my bff her thoughts. tell me i'm not the only one who does this?? at least once a week I text outfit options to my gfs asking for advice on which shoe/bag/jacket looks best. seriously, what did we do before camera phones?? in the end, these nude lace-ups won over black for a little POC (even if that color happens to not actually be a color). for my accessories, I really embraced the arrowhead trend, which I'm obviously totally into right now, and layered on this double tier necklace and my B&B bangles. for an added touch of bohemian, this handchain from my current RocksBox set seals the deal!! and FYI, rocksbox is totally spreading the love by giving you guys your first month for free!! just use the code: TARAXOXO2

I promise, i have yet to be disappointed in my sets, the only sad part is having to box up the goodies and send them back, but in a short 3-5 days my new set arrives and I fall in love all over again!!

"happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony"

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

tunic c/o Its Retail Therapy // leggings American Apparel // hat Vestique // heels ShoeMint //

bag Marshalls // "love" necklace c/o Towne & Reese // arrowheads Caroline Hill c/o Synergy Style // handchain Gorjana c/o RocksBox // watch Michael Kors // arrowhead bangles Bourbon & Boweties

back to basics

never underestimate the power of basics!! no matter the trends or the time of year, closet staples will keep you forever chic from season to season. let's break it down to the must haves; numero uno: Denim - every woman should own a great fitting pair of jeans! this is an area where it pays off to splurge!! i love a great deal, but all denim were not created equal, so i seriously suggest investing in a designer pair in your favorite fit. these skinnies have been in my closet for over 5 years now and have even managed to fit me through 3 pregnancies!! (fun fact: if u loop a hair tie through your button hole you can elongate the life of your pre-pregnancy pants) #2: The Basic Tee - there is no such thing as too many white t-shirts! I literally have a chest of drawers dedicated just to tees, from band to basic, you can just never have enough, but white reigns supreme. a little oxi-clean can definitely keep you looking crisp, but white doesn't last forever and dingy isn't cute, so I suggest refreshing your collection at least once a year. #3: Camel Coat: there are plenty of jacket styles that last the test of time (ie: tuxedo, blazer, leather) but nothing says classic like the camel coat. the trick is to keep it simple! no need for embellishments or fancy fits, the longline coat has been around for decades and its still the chicest style on the block. #4: Statement Tote: you're a woman on the go, so chances are you have a lot of crap that you have to tote around on a daily basis. save yourself the trouble and invest in a large tote that fits it all without lacking in style. neutrals are great, but I love a bright color for my everyday bag and this poppy red is pretty much perfection. I can fit diapers, wipes, bottles, a laptop, the kitchen sink . . . you name it, I probably have it in my bag. most importantly, I keep an envelope clutch tucked inside so I can easily swap out should a child-free opportunity arise. #5: The Perfect Pump: ok, so these aren't exactly your basic pointy toe pump, but I've never been a very basic girl when it comes to my heels. the point is, every closet needs a killer pair of black pumps! and lastly, Accessories: these are the whip cream on top. without a little bling, no outfit is truly complete. statement pieces are great, but they tend to turn over with the trends. I prefer layered on dainty pieces for my every day. I do have quite a collection of tiny trinkets that I switch up regularly, but my staples are gold rimmed aviators and my oversized men's watch. simple studs and a chain link bracelet are always a great addition to any collection and simple rings show off your polished paws. Of course, its always fun to add a surprise element to any look, and even though an umbrella isn't necessarily part of an outfit, they are definitely an accessory that comes in handy, so why not keep a cute one close by? Vinrella (yes, its a wine bottle shaped umbrella) offers a plethora of prints that fit perfectly in your purse and have you looking chic while staying dry! So next time you hit the mall and don't have a clue what to buy, stick to the basics! Classic styles are just that, CLASSIC!!