Sweatpants that don’t look sloppy, people. YES. I’m here for this.
These joggers from Old Navy are super cute, totally cozy, and a steal. I picked them up last week when I realized fall weather was coming but I wasn’t quite ready to pull out the wool just yet. Enter these tuxedo-striped bad boys.
Paired with a beyond versatile black blouse (the Portofino shirt is a blouse you need in your wardrobe arsenal, believe me), a white crepe blazer, and killer statement sandals from Topshop (another Chicago score, bless), I was set for anything ranging from a day at the office to drinks + a date night. Multitasking outfits are the jam.
I wanted to share a few snaps from a really cool event I was lucky to be involved in with Seventeen Magazine. They kicked off their Seventeen U college tour at my alma mater, the University of Kansas, and asked me to come to campus to offer styling advice + showcase a few racks of trendy pieces from Missguided. (There was also a braid bar and skin consult counter from Garnier, a handwriting test, and lots of goodies for those who came through the event space.)
I had a blast! It was a long, hot day (welcome to the Midwest in early September), but I loved meeting so many super cute girls (and even a few dudes who recognized the genius of a 50:1 girl-to-guy ratio). A major thank you to the Seventeen U team and Missguided!
Wishing everyone a happy weekend! I’m gearing up for Kansas City Fashion Week, which starts next Wednesday and runs through the weekend. Must. Start. Outfit. Planning.
Another note: my little ol’ blog got second place in the Best Local Blog category in the annual KC Magazine’s City’s Best awards. Hey, hey, hey! Not bad for a girl with a shoe problem, eh? Thanks to everyone who thought of me while voting!
Linking up today with My Girlish Whims, Vodka Infused Lemonade, Stylin in St. Louis, Mix & Match Fashion, Perfectly Coutured + White Coat Wardrobe, The Penniless Socialite + The Tiny Heart, The Red Closet Diary, I’m Perfectly Human + Made With Zeal, Happiness at Mid Life, VMG206, Midwest Bloggers, Style Elixir, and The Fashionista Momma.
You are just the cutest. Congrats on Seventeen and KC’s Best! 🙂
Love this outfit, girl! Those don’t even LOOK like sweats!
Way to go on Kansas City’s best top 3! That is seriously amazing!
I just love how you mix high and low- like the blazer and the joggers. Great styling! 😀
I love these! I was just looking at them this morning but hadn’t pulled the trigger on purchasing them. Great look!
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Vicky
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Gorgeous, girlfriend!
And way to go on placing 2nd in the Kansas City’s best awards! That is so so cool!
Seriously how gorgeous do you look here? I love the blazer and heels combined with the more casual joggers. Such a cute look!
You look so good here! I love the all black and white!
And congratulations on the KC Magazine’s Best!
Aw this is really cute outfit! The combination is amazing, I love blazers, but never try to wear them with such pants. Thanks for sharing this, i love it! You look gorgeous as always!
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What a lovely outfit!!! amazing pants and… great sandals :)))
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YAY congrats sweetie you totally deserve it as you have amazing style. I love this look and the sandals are TDF.
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Such a great look! I’m in love with those sandals! You look beautiful.
How fun that you got to style the Seventeen Magazine event- what a great opportunity!
Have so much fun at Fashion Week! I bet your outfits will be amazing as always!
I’m all about the joggers lately! What a great look.
love the tuxedo and those gorgeous heels, you’re always so classy
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You can seriously wear ANYTHING and make it look good! And your hair is so pretty! I’ve got a girl crush on you, lol. 😀
Those pants are so cute! I love them with those fab heels!
I’m LOVING those pants! Going to Old Navy this afternoon! I will be sure to check those babies out! Love how you styled it! What a fun event to be apart of!
Marianne
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Great outfit, Ash! I love those stilettos!
Omg those heels! Love! And how fun are those tuxedo joggers! Rockin it!
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We’re channeling each other with today’s post! Aren’t track pants the bomb?? Love yours!
I knew you had something from Express tucked secretly away in your closet! Love the way you styled this today with the blazer and track pants. And congrats on second place!!! That’s exciting!
Gina – On the Daily Express
Those pants look so comfy and chic! And those heels are just fabulous! Thanks for sharing with Three-fer Thursday Link Up!
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Yes to wearing appropriate sweats in public!! Love how you paired them. Those shoes are seriously amazing!! Looks like such a fun event. So glad you got to participate.
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Could you be any more beautiful!? I absolutely love those pants – they look so comfortable!!
Love Love Love the monochrome! I think it is so chic and lovely! You look gorgeous, as always, and the shoes are a nice little addition to the outfit <3
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Those heels are ahhmazing!! Love how you paired them with the joggers-so on trend!! Congrats on placing 2nd-that’s so cool:)
Marta, xo
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Great outfit. Love those joggers.
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What a fun event! I wish there were more things in my area (or that I knew about them lol). I’m loving your hair – the subtly ombre is gorgeous on you!
Miche from Buttons and Birdcages
nice outfit! really like your shoes!
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I need help with my outfits for next week. I have NOTHING. And I’m not just saying that. p/s you took sporty chic to a whole new level with those heels!!
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Looking awesome, Ash!
Love these sandals- seriously amazing!
YOU ARE SUCH A HOTTIE! Absolutely love these sandals and your track pants!
You look so lovely, great shoes, love the color.
Wish you a great day!
Kisses and hugs <3
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How awesome! That Seventeen Magazine opportunity sounds great and congrats on the KC magazine award, too!
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Such a great outfit and it’s jogger pants! Comfy and looks fantastic…you’re adorable and those shoes are killer!☺️
Great outfit, girl! I love the dressier blazer and heels with the joggers!
Congrats on 17 and on KC’s best! Such an honor!
Cute outfit.
Beautetude
Gorgeous as usual! Your hair is amazing.
Great shoes, Ashley!
I love how you wore the Old Navy pants!
Your blazer and your sandals…. over the top!!!!!
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The striping down the side makes these joggers look much more chic! How fun to host an event at your alma mater!
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Oh my GOSH those Topshop snakeskin heels are to die for! I desperately want to add them to my collection!! 🙂
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I have those joggers! Yes! This is a totally different way of wearing them than I’ve been doing- I’m excited to dress them up now. Thanks for great idea!
Awesome blazer!
I love this look and I love me some Old Navy! Have a blast at Fashion Week!
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Michaela
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Golly, you are just too cute!!! I wish I could rock joggers .. you definitely know how to wear ’em! Congrats on getting second place .. well deserved!! 🙂
I love those sandals!
KCFW will be so fun! Take lots of pictures to share with us. 😀
Congratulations!!! You are awesome! This outfit totally rocks and those pants look so comfortable. I bought some similar pants from Target, but I can’t figure out how to style them. Perhaps it was because I was trying to wear comfy converses, and there wasn’t any ying to the yang:) I bet the girls at KU had a blast hanging out with you! Hope you’re having a great day!