Happy Labor Day!!

Labor Day!Happy Labor Day!!

I hope you have a fun and relaxing Labor Day weekend. This is a great time to catch up on sleep, chores, family time, and Forever Styled blog posts!

With this Monday off, perhaps grab yourself a good cup of coffee, wine, or tea, a cozy spot, and go back and check out a few blog posts you might have missed like…

1.} Must Have Makeup Brushes

2.} 7 Simple Questions to Help Declutter Your Wardrobe, Makeup Bag Essentials, and also some fun wardrobe ideas!

Enjoy prioritizing a little YOU TIME and let me know some of your ideas of blog posts you’d like to see in the near future. Have a safe weekend!

Stylishly Yours,

Jen Young

Professional Wardrobe Essentials Under $100

DRESS // COAT //  BLOUSE // PENCIL SKIRT // MIDI SKIRT // PANTS // TOTE // BLAZER // POINTY TOE PUMPS // LOAFERS // SANDALS // BLACK WATCH // BELT // EARRINGS

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is still going on {until August 8th}, and this is a great time to stock up on professional wardrobe essentials under $100. While you might already have several core pieces for your “going out” attire and weekend loungewear, have you really considered how you want to present yourself at the office?  It is imperative that you make sure your essentials are covered first as you prioritize your shopping dollars.

I have selected a few core pieces to consider that won’t break the bank, but will also give you incredible flexility as you round our your professional wardrobe.

Being the best dressed doesn’t have to cost you an arm and leg either. Take advantage of this incredible sale featuring some of my favorite pencil skirts, blazers, staple heels, accessories, and more.

If you need a little more inspiration for additional ideas to enhance your professional wardrobe, check out Nordstrom’s advice  HERE! Filling in these prized pieces that are under $100 is the worth your shopping dollars and will ultimately enhance your personal brand and overall image.

Here are a few other goodies to consider as you build a core base for your professional wardrobe: 

Stylishly Yours,

Jen Young

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: Fall Essentials

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PANTS // BROWN BOOTS // BLACK BOOTS // BLACK BOOTIES // TEE // SCARF // FLATS // JACKET // CARDIGAN // PLAID SHIRT // DRESS

Fall is just around the corner and this is the perfect time to get your cold weather essentials at a really great price. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale event opens TODAY to the public until August 7th, so everyone will be able to shop these great #NSale products.

During this amazing sale, I typically purchase my seasonal must-haves and gifts including riding boots, jackets, scarves, and cocktail dresses that won’t break my bank.  Don’t miss out on some of my favorite jackets from Patagonia, Micheal Kors, Ralph Lauren, and many more. Also don’t forget about the beautiful riding boots from Tory Burch, UGG, and Steve Madden.

Happy Shopping as you search for high-in brands and products for a steal!

Check out more of my favorite fall deals HERE!

And here are Hanna’s {my awesome intern!} picks for her favorite coats and jackets!

Stylishly Yours,

Jen Young

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale #Nsale

Vince Camuto Abril Should Bag // Rebecca Minkoff Bryn Double Zip Hobo // BP Tasse Faux Leather Crossbody // Kendra Scott Jake Lariat Necklace // Diamond Stud Earrings // Bony Levy Crossover Three Row Diamond Ring // Lana Jewelry Nude Remix Y-Necklace // Frieda Rothman Two Tone Baguette Crystal Bracelet // Rebecca Minkoff Vanity Saddle Bag // Sole Society ‘Ravin’ Tote

Jo Malone Cologne Set // Nest Candle Duo // MAC Advanced Brush Kit // Smashbox Photo Bombshell Color Palette // T3 Featherweight Dryer // CLARISONIC Mia Sonic Skin Care System // Kiehl’s Jumbo Creme De Corps // Bobby Brown Sutlry Eye Set

Hi everyone!

It’s finally here. The sale of the summer we all have been waiting for– The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale of 2016! Early access for cardholders began yesterday, July 14th and opens to the public July 21st. If you’re not a cardholder, you can still preview the sale HERE and then continue your shopping through August 8th!

In today’s post, I’ve gathered some of favorite items Nordstrom is offering from the beauty bar and accessories so you can shop more easily. Take a look at some of these gorgeous handbags I’ve picked out from Vince Camuto and Rebecca Minkoff. And I cannot get enough of the jewelry from Bony Levy, Frieda Rothman, and Kendra Scott.

But the fun doesn’t stop there as I found more beauty products that have caught my attention like the Jo Malone Colone Set, Smashbox Photo Bombshell Color Palette, also the Nest Candle Set.

Intern Hanna’s #Nsale Picks:

So please go check out the purses, beauty items, and home goods that are great quality products for a bargain!! I promise it will be worth the shopping spree. Stay tuned for next week’s clothing picks!

Stylishly Yours,

Jen Young

Spring Break Style Essentials

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Here’s the Forever Styled Guide to spring break style essentials! Packing for your travel plans should be stress-free like your trip. Whether donning a bathing suit or a fuss-free sheath style dress, we want you to look your best!

Since my body currently resembles a mayonnaise jar, my first agenda item is to lather on some of my favorite St. Tropez bronzer. Next up, I will pack my weekender bag with a stylish towel, casual flip flops, practical swimwear and then coat my nails with my favorite neutral color for the beach {Essie’s, Topless and Barefoot}.

If you do nothing else, also include your favorite lip gloss which will make any outfit look chic! Jean shorts and a striped T are the perfect beach front staple. And if you want to impress, add a simple “aviator” Ray Ban to the mix and stylish Fedora…no matter your age or life-style.

Enjoy your time with family and friends on the beach or wherever you may be going.

And remember, don’t forget to wear sunscreen!

Cheers to a stylish you,

Jen Young

What to Wear for ACL

Picking fashionable clothes for the ACL music festival that are also comfortable can be a challenge. Recently, I was interviewed by ACLwithKids.com to answer some questions on how to look good, feel comfortable, and get the most out of Austin’s biggest music festival.

Click here to read the whole interview.

Jen young

Austin Fashion Week 2015 Mash Up Teams Unite!

Austin’s annual fashion week 2015 is nearly here {occurring the week of April 10-18th, 2015}!  A unique extension of the events is the annual Fashion X Austin Mash Up Team Competition.

This last week has been incredibly energizing preparing to enter this collaborative challenge as our creative style team effortlessly captured a memorable image for submittal.

Our Incredible Fashion X-Mash Up: Team Revival

The really cool part of the story is that this host of ridiculously gifted ladies entered this project having never met one another. It slays me that our vision came together literally through a series of emails and inspiring Pinterest posts over the last two months.

Team Revival

Team Revival

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Bryttannee Eaton and yours truly primp model, Jennifer Johnston

Many thanks to Bryttannee Eaton {of Bryttannee Eaton Beauty and Forever Styled Brand Collaborator} who served as our fearless team leader and makeup artist. Ashley Christian provided key insights from Nordstrom of Austin as we pulled clothes to set the stage for our photography love fest. Thank you to Revival of Austin for providing such an amazing place to shoot !

Succulent image by Laura Morsman

Succulent image by Laura Morsman

Joining forces with the stunning, Laura Morsman {Laura Morsman Photography} was the smartest choice we could have made to capture our kodak moment. Kellie Campos {Rock Gorgeous Hair} jetted in from the Cayman Islands to offer her amazing hair fairy services. She even made the Garden of Eden inspired orchid laced head-dress with her own crafty hands.

Jennifer is having a little too much fun striking a pose!

Jennifer is having a little too much fun striking a pose!

Of course, a picture cannot speak unless the model behind the clothes confidently brings her game. Jennifer Johnston graced us with self-guided professionalism and grace throughout our two hour shoot. She has no personality at all {wink}.

How to possibly narrow things down?

Laura took over 700 photos in less than two hours and managed to narrow the images to her Top 9–literally the afternoon of our due date. After casting our own votes as a team over the course of a few hours—THE WINNER EMERGED:

Our Fashion X "Mash Up Team Revival" submission

Our Fashion X “Mash Up Team Revival” submission

Outfit Details: c/o NordstromGladiator Sandal {Steve Madden} // Floral Shorts {Glamorous} // Kimono {Mimi Chica} // T-back Bra {Free People} // Lacy Top {Free People} // Chloe and Isabel Necklace

Style Peace,

Jen and the fierce Team Revival

Join the party for our official Website launch announcement!

Come celebrate the official website launch announcement of www.foreverstyled.com TONIGHT from 6-8pm at Fab’rik Boutique in the Hill Country Galleria Mall in Austin, TX

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It will be a fabulous night including sips from Spicewood Vineyards, treats from Christy Seguin of Cakes Rock! and special nail designs from Jamberry.

Come and go…and bring friends from 6-8pm. We will have a special presentation at 7pm featuring Forever Styled website highlights and more.

Hope to see you tonight!

Style Peace,

Jen & your Forever Styled family