Hello again, What Jean Likes readers! It's Lauren of Fizz & Frosting here again, this time bringing you the perfect lazy work outfit that's comfy and only looks like you put a lot of work into it! There are days that I just phone it in. (I'm not alone in this right?!) With all of the busyness with the holidays, my office seems perpetually half-empty! On these kind of days I feel no need to dress to impress, but I still have a "business casual" dress code to adhere to. So what's a girl to do? Step one: start with a super-comfy top like this Old Navy popover. It's ridiculously soft and cuddle-worthy. Plus it's a bit blousy. Now feel free to overindulge in Christmas cookies, chocolates and treats that your co-workers have left all around the office.

 

Next, add comfortable bottom of choice. Sure, I claim to be a pants to work convert, but let's be completely honest. A pencil skirt will always be my first choice. And these bright tights from Express? Suprisingly comfortable and soft! (Itchy tights are simply not allowed on lazy days.)

 

Step three: add some cute black booties because they look awesome with colored tights. Take a few photos in them and realize they hardly qualify as lazy shoes. Switch to flats. (And yes, this actually happened.) Step four: throw your hair up in a top knot, but not because it looks chic. A quick and easy updo is necessary when you're too lazy to wash your hair.

 

Lastly, throw on a scarf. Now you can pretend like your cuddled up under a blanket all day. What's your idea of a lazy but work-appropriate outfit?

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What Is Dehydrated Skin? 
Dehydrated skin, as a skin condition, lacks water content, but may still produce oil. While it may be genetic or environmental, dehydrated skin can feel flaky and tight, and often forms fine lines easily due to the surface-cell deflation. If looked at through a magnifying glass, dehydrated skin has tiny, triangular fine lines from the lack of water, and is common among those with oily and acne-prone skin who may use harsh products that strip the skin of water.

Treat dehydrated skin by using a moisturizer that contains humectants like glycerin or hyaluronic acid, as these ingredients attract water from the environment into the skin to keep it soft and supple. Go easy on the exfoliants: Using too many acids or scrubs can make dehydration worse, causing inflammation. Cleanse with a sulfate-free gel to prevent unnecessary dehydration after washing. 

Think of it like this: Because leather is dry, a leather chair needs to be conditioned with oil to prevent it from drying out. If you apply water to a leather chair, it only gets drier. Bottom line: Dehydrated skin still produces oil, but feels tight, whereas dry skin produces little to no oil and can be flakey. And, while drinking water is great for your overall health, no amount of gulping will truly hydrate your skin. 

If you have any questions for me, leave them in the comment section below and I’d be happy to offer my expert advice.

Hello What Jeans Likes readers! I'm Lauren, a personal style blogger at Fizz & Frosting, where I focus on budget-friendly fashion for both work and play! One of my goals for this year was to get more wear out of the items already in my closet. As a girl on a budget, I knew that it'd be the perfect way to save moolah while pushing my style boundaries at the same time. Win-win, right? One of the ways I've done this is by winterizing my Summer dresses with layers!

I started with a spaghetti strap striped dress and I added my warmest, fleece-lined tights (thanks, Urban Outfitters) and layered on a blazer. Accessories-wise I made sure to select bolder, chunky pieces to add a heaviness to the look overall.

Dress: J.Crew Stripe Derby Dress (similar), Blazer: Kenneth Cole Reaction (similar, worn here and here), Shoes: Madewell (similar, worn here), Tights: Urban Outfitters fleece-lined tight, Belt: H&M (similar), Bracelet: Stella & Dot, Necklace: Stella & Dot, Earrings: J.Crew Factory Fireball Studs, Glasses: Firmoo

 

I can't wait to winterize this dress for the weekend as well. I'm envisioning wearing boots, layering with a knit sweater, and bundling up with a chunky scarf. How do you get more wear out of your Summer clothes this time of year?

Check out more amazing posts like these at Lauren's blog Fizz and Frosting! 

With Spring upon us in full form and summer on the way, I'm really liking the easy, breezy maxi skirt trend.  Whether you style it up with heels or pair it down with flats, the maxi skirt is a super chic and comfortable way to stay stylish and cool.  I personally could not pull off the middle look but I thought it would be a pretty combo so I included it.

I really love how maxi skirts and dresses give you that effortless, boho-chic look without trying too hard.  On the runway they either glammed it up with accessories and makeup or mellowed down with flowy hair, and natural skin.  Either way, you're sure to make an impression with this trend whether you're wearing it on a date night with your hubby, out with a friend or at Coachella.

What are some of your favorite trends this season?  How would you accessorize a maxi skirt?

I hope you all have a wonderfully kind Monday. Mine is bound to be rough as Mondays typically are, yet off to bed I go.  I find it so much easier to write at night without the distractions and list of to-do's that exist during the daytime hours.  The only downside is I typically stay up far too late and am exhausted the next morning when I awake.  Am I the only one who does this?

Until I wake on Monday...

Aloha,


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Anthropologie is having a dress sale right now online and in-store and while the markdowns aren't as big as I would like (in other words, they aren't free!) now is a good time to hit up the retailer if you have a big event on the horizon. Do you see a dress you love?

Coralblock ponte dress. Sale price, $110.40. Regular price, $138.

Brigantine regatta dress. Sale price, $134.40. Regular price, $168.

Laceprint flared dress. Sale price, $182.40. Regular price, $228.

Bottlegreen dress. Sale price, $118.40. Regular price, $148.

Do you see a dress you like? Will you hit up the Anthropologie sale this weekend?

I wish there was an Anthropologie in Hawai'i or that I fit their clothes the way these dresses fit the models!! 

[Source: Glamour.com]

H&M in Sweden is getting a lot of publicity for showcasing plus sized mannequins in their stores.  The classic thin set mannequins were replaced by ones that were plus sized in a move that many are praising and others are criticizing.  

What makes these models super realistic is a mixture of skin color, hair styles, and a variety of different body shapes. The different plus size models combine small hips, big buttocks, or even large busts. The idea behind the new plus size models is to vary the body shapes so that customers can better find what really suits them.

Do you think this was a smart marketing move by H&M or a dumb one?  I personally think this is smart and really awesome that they're including larger, more realistic mannequins in their stores. The average woman in America is plus sized.  Most women aren't lukcy enough to be as thin and petite as the average mannequin and it's nice to see how clothes would look on a plus sized woman so you have a more realistic expectation of how you will look in it.  

Smart marketing move H&M!

Let me know what you think below!

Aloha,