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SHOES SHOES SHOES

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SHOES, SHOES, SHOES. I’m so excited to be teaming up with Nordstrom today to share some of my favorite shoes for Fall! From casual to dressy, flats to high heels and from sneakers to boots…I have you covered! After-all Nordstrom.com is my Favorite place to buy shoes, stress free! First let me start by welcoming you into my home office. This is where I (usually) make a big mess, get creative and where most of the Stylin by Aylin looks are created. This is also where I display all of my pieces. From shoes, to clothing, handbags, jewelry, makeup, perfume, sunglasses, accessories and more.

STYLIN BY AYLIN SHOE GUIDELINES

* COMFORT IS KEY: I have pretty sensitive feet so I’m very picky with my shoes. TIP: Add these foot petal cushions for even extra comfort. I’ve even been known to size up 1/2 a size in a shoe just to make room for these.

*WALK TEST: This is something I do before I decide to purchase a shoe (or if ordering online, I do this to decide if I keep the shoe or not). You put on the new shoes (both feet) and walk around the store (or your home) very fast. Make a few laps and after about 30 seconds you’ll have a good idea if this shoe is painful or comfy. I’m not a fan of buying shoes that need to be broken in…so this “walk test” works like a charm most of the time.

*WEIGHT FACTOR: Before I even try on a shoe I like to test the weight. If it’s too heavy I don’t care how cute it is…I put it back. I’ve noticed in the past that when I walk around in a heavier shoe it almost always causes blisters and discomfort. Lighter weighted shoes are so much easier to walk confidently in and have less of chance at causing blisters.

These have been my favorite boots this season! (here) They are comfy right out of the box, and I love the slouchy look.

They run true to size. I wear them with no socks…but if you’re going to wear really thick socks I would size up 1/2 a size.

These have a little edge to them which make them so fun!

I’m planning on wearing them with jeans and a tee but will also wear them with one of my floral midi dresses.

Please note: This shoe is a little on the stiff side. I do wish it was a little softer. I sized down 1/2 a size for a better fit.

See below for my Flats, Boots, & Sneaker roundups!

BOOT ROUNDUP

SNEAKER ROUNDUP

FLAT SHOE ROUNDUP

Thank you so much for visiting my blog today!

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Nordstrom for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On October 10, 2018
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FUZZY PULLOVER

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Hi girls! I had to share this cozy number with you before it sells out! I love the black and white fuzzy softness, and the black ribbed detailing on the cuff and the bottom. It also has an outlined v neck…love. I’m not a believer in No white after labor day…so I paired it with white jeans and added a neutral bag, accessories, etc.

Sizing: if you’re in-between sizes I would size up one.

(i’m wearing the size Small here)

On October 9, 2018
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GETAWAY WITH MacKenzie-Childs

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This past week in Aurora, New York has been magical. Memories to last a lifetime. I was so excited when I was invited on this MacKenzie-Child’s trip with LVPR! For the last week we (myself and 6 other social media influencers) have been able to really learn the history of MacKenzie-Child’s & the beautiful quaint town called Aurora. There is so much history here & I love the story.

SHOES WITH A VIEW

The views out of the Aurora Inn are breathtaking!

They look right onto one of the finger lakes.

BTW: One of my new favorite ways to showcase my shoes when on travel.

This town has a population of about 250 and is nestled right next to the beautiful Cayuga lake, which is one of the finger lakes.

There are a few Aurora inns that are walking distance from each other and each one has its own style, charm & feel. We stayed at the Rowland house. It is the most charming Nautical house I’ve ever seen. It was built in the 1800’s but was renovated in 2004. It’s so homey and comfy & was hard to leave this morning. The turn down is amazing. You walk in your room late night & the curtains are drawn, the lights are low, classical music playing & there’s a mini white porcelain tray on the bed with an inspirational saying and a silver wrapped chocolate. But can we please talk about the heated marble bathroom floors. That is my new luxury in life…wow! And I have to say Cody is the best Inn keeper ever. She took such good care of us and you can tell she really loves what she does. She also has a heart of gold. Cody I miss you!

The wrap around porch of my dreams

Day 1

I got in a day early and had the morning to explore while I waited for the other girls to get in. I rode a bike into the town which is literally 1 min away. There are 2 restaurants, a little market, a bank & a boutique. Later that day we toured all the inns of Aurora. It was very cool to see all the differences in each home. Around sunset we took a fun little Boat ride. The captains name was “double D”…and he said it is just like the bra size. We had wine and cheese and toured around the lake. After we had dinner (Halloween theme) at the moose room in the town. This was a special place to eat because back in the 80’s that was where MacKenzie-Child’s all started.

I can’t even begin to tell you how generous LVPR and the MacKenzie-Child’s team were. They made us all feel so welcome, treated us like family…. and they definitely spoiled us. Just look at that spread below!

Day 2

We started with a delicious breakfast at the Rowland house. After we Toured the MacKenzie-Child’s facility. This is were you’ll see a mound of clay turn into a beautiful creation of art. We also had the chance to paint our own MacKenzie-Child’s piece. I can’t wait to see the final product :). We also had the chance to shop at the MacKenzie-Child’s store. It’s beautiful in there. Later that evening we all went wine tasting at a local winery. Then we had a Formal dinner (thanksgiving theme) at the main Aurora inn. The food was amazing & the cocktails too. This was such a beautiful day.

Day 3

Breakfast at the Rowland house. Preview the Spring 2019 collections. Then we went back to the MacKenzie-Child’s facility and filmed a Facebook LIVE sharing our holiday traditions and table settings we put together. Later that evening we all hung out at the house and had a Pj party, appetizers & dinner (Christmas theme) drinks, pictures on the dock, label making, ornament painting. Then we did a tea reading & cheers’d champagne. Late night we raided the kitchen because we all got hungry. It seriously reminded me so much of my sorority days. We all ended up hanging out by the fireplace and sharing ghost stories. Had to pack and in bed by 1:30.

I’m so grateful for this amazing experience & all the girls I met and got to really know on this trip!

I’m linking their accounts for you below…
- Ali Stone
- Liz Adams
- Cathy Williamson
- Sabrina Tan
- Kathleen Post
- Karina Reske
Travel style. Easy, comfortable and warm.

Again I just wanted to give one more BIG thank you to the amazing MacKenzie-Child’s team and LVPR!!

Thank you so much for reading my post and I hope you have a great day!

xx,

Aylin
On September 28, 2018
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FALL BOOTIES

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Fall is officially here! I used to not be a huge fan of Fall/winter, but after having kids I feel like this time of year is so fun. Pumpkin patches, day trips to Julian, lots of movies and hot cider. The weather if finally getting cooler too which means boots and lots of layers. Today I’m styling these Sole Society booties with an easy-casual dress and a camo bomber jacket.

These shoes are super comfy and they run true to size.

I’m wearing the size 7.5 here.

They also come in a couple other colorways.

(shop it here)

I love this bag!

The color is the perfect neutral shade.

I also love the dual strap function. Keeper!

(shop it here)

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

You can shop this look below…

Hope you have a great one! xx, Aylin

On September 27, 2018
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TIPS ON DRESSING KIDS

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Dressing my kids. Sometimes they make it easy and sometimes they don’t. Today I’m so excited to share some of my strategies and tips I’ve learned throughout the years that have helped me, New Arrivals for your kids Fall Wardrobe, and fun pics of my mini and I with Nordstrom. Let me start off by being honest….I still don’t win the dressing battle every-time. But these tips and tricks have saved me on multiple occasions.

LET THEM HAVE CHOICES

What I have found that works really well is to give my kids choices and options of what to wear. Instead of me saying “you’re wearing this today”…I put out 2 different outfits and say “which one would you like to wear today? This doesn’t work every time but I’ll take 7 out of 10.

OUT OF SIGHT OUT OF MIND

You know what I’m talking about?? Those pieces you can’t help but cringe when you see your kids in them. A popular thing in our household is wearing clothing that’s too small. My kids are growing by the second so it’s really hard to keep their closets updated constantly. So yeah…those peices you hope your kids never grab, take them OUT OF SIGHT! This will avoid a lot of conflict and arguing. Try to only have pieces in sight that you like…or LOVE.

COMFORT IS KEY

I can’t tell you how many things I’ve either handed down, or donated that still has the tags on it. Kids can be so picky when it comes to dressing and one thing I’ve been able to figure out is comfort is Key! I’m talking about softness, the fabric, is it easy to run and play in. If the clothing is itchy, or scratchy or stiff there is a good chance they (at least my kids) will never wear it.

STYLE

I also think it’s so important for your kids to develop their own style. Is there persuasion that goes on…absolutley. But you can only do so much. And one thing I’ve learned that the older they get the more opinionated they are in what they want to wear. For example my son loves surfer tee’s and shorts. I’ve always loved a button down shirt on him…but he totally dislikes the idea. I can usually get one on him for family pics or a recital but that’s about it…lol. So to compromise I found some super comfy button down shirts that are made out of Tee shirt material. He actually doesn’t mind wearing them.

Let them find their individual style and then you can steer the wheel.

My mini loves this dress! (and mom does too).

Paired it with these white sneakers to give the look a more casual feel

How cute is this cross body bag!

I love the black and white and how it’s very kid friendly.

OTHER NEW ARRIVAL FAVORITES

Thank you so much for visiting my blog today!

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Nordstrom for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On September 26, 2018
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GETTING HEALTHY WITH eBay

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If there’s one thing I like when it comes to food prep, it’s quick, easy & convenient. I “used” to love to cook. I don’t know about you, but I need to be able to concentrate & have very minimal interruptions when I’m spending time in the kitchen. But having 2 little kids makes that almost impossible, so I’ve really let go of making big, elaborate meals. Frozen or take out food has been our savior.

I have to admit though….One thing that’s really suffered from this is getting in a good breakfast! That’s really important to having enough energy to get through the day. Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with eBay to share how I’ve been able to find a quick, EASY, &Healthy way to bring breakfast back in the mix. I’m also going to be sharing a few of my favorite recipes so you can make them too!!

I’m also sharing 2 other finds from eBay that have made my life so much easier in the kitchen! Btw…all of these items I purchased on eBay are brand new and there is no bidding necessary. Just search for the category or item you’re looking for and narrow it down by “New” and click the “Buy it now” option.

This Ninja Blender that I found on Ebay has been a game changer! What I love about this blender is that it has easily brought back breakfast or a healthy snack that I can take on the go! I’m all about minimal steps and minimal parts to wash too.

I purchased the set which includes a big blender, smaller portion blending option & a food processor (see here). I use the large blender for making smoothies for the entire family. But mainly a fan of the smaller portion blender and here’s why. I take the cup, add my ingredients, close the lid with the twist on blade. Click it into the blender. Blend. Swap the lid & you’re done! If you want just that and don’t need to larger sizes pitcher and food processor you can find that here.

CHOCOLATE, BANANA RECIPE

1 Banana

1 cup organic spinach

1 cup Almond milk

1 scoop of chocolate protein powder

2 cubs of ice

1 tsp almond extract

Pinch of pink Himalayan salt

STEP ONE: ADD 8 OUNCES OF ALMOND MILK

STEP 2: ADD A BUNCH OF SPINACH

(I END UP ADDING APROX 1 CUP)

ADD 1 SCOOP OF YOUR FAVORITE PROTEIN POWDER

(THIS ONE IS A PLANT BASED VEGAN CHOCOLATE FLAVOR)

ADD 1/2 OR 1 FULL BANANA

ALSO ADD 2 ICE CUBES, 1TSP OF VANILLA EXTRACT AND A PINCH OF PINK SALT

THIS LID IS MY FAVORITE PART. YOU JUST TWIST IT ON, BLEND, SWAP THE LIDS AND YOU’RE OUT THE DOOR.

GRAB YOUR KEYS AND YOU’RE OUT THE DOOR!

This post is geared more around breakfast time…but I wanted to share 2 other pieces I bought on eBay that have been a game changer for meals. (especially dinner time). It’s this Rice cooker and crock pot! I never thought I needed a rice cooker until I started using one. And I feel the same about the crock pot! You can shop these below and I’m also including a recipe book for some inspo!

Thank you for stopping by my blog today! Cheers to healthy eating, good health and feeling good!

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to eBay for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On September 21, 2018
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THESE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR WALK’N

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Fall is finally almost here. And even though temps have not quite dropped, I’m starting to incorporate some cozy Fall pieces into my everyday wear. Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with Sole Society to share this super comfortable, transitional look that can be dressed up or dressed down.

I always love to layer. I think it’s not only functional but it also adds another dimension and interest to your look. Here I styled a Tee shirt dress (which is very weather appropriate right now) with a cozy striped oversized vest, OTK boots and neutral accessories.

The minute I saw this striped vest online I knew I had to have it.

It’s super comfy and keep you warm.

And so easy to layer over jeans, tee’s and even a dress.

FYI: it’s one size fits all.

This bag is a great neutral color.

I love the simple lines.

The interior is roomy enough to carry all your essentials.

These boots run true to size. (you can shop them here)

They are super comfy and so so soft.

I love the slouchy look especially when paired with skinny jeans or a dress.

I want to thank you so much for visiting my blog today! You can shop all of these pieces below…

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Sole Society for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On September 19, 2018
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MY PAST, MY STRUGGLES, MY STORY

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This quote is exactly how I felt a few years ago.

I had hit a really low point in my life that no one around me was even aware of.

It’s interesting how much easier it is to talk about things once we are on the other side.

I’m sharing my story with you because this is how I got to where I am today.

I’m sharing my story today because I hope it helps others.

You are not alone.

I grew up always being the creative type. I loved fashion from day 1. I remember having sleepovers in jr. high/hs with my friends and we’d bring a ton of outfits, do our hair and makeup and take pictures. (so ironic you can actually make a career out of that now). And good thing there was no social media back then…some of those outfits were LOL.

I got my degree in Interior Design at SDSU and worked in the interior design field designing residential and commercial spaces. After working many years in that field I decided to quit and pursue my own handbag line “CiCi handbags”. I would drive up to LA 3 times a week (about 2 years), meet with manufactures, reps, showrooms, buyers, etc. It was a cut throat industry and it left me with no money to keep creating new collections. The interior Design firm I had worked at prior was looking for a part time consultant….so that was such a blessing to go back to.

After my husband Jeff and I had been married for 4 years we thought it was the right time to start a family. I left my job to be a full time stay at home mom. Best job ever! I’m so beyond blessed to be a mom and love my 2 littles more than anything! Fast forward years later and there were days I would feel really down and depressed. Those depressed feelings would then turn into huge guilt. I would look around and see everything I had dreamed of but I would sometimes feel so sad. I was lost in my thoughts and I didn’t know why.

My ultimate low point was passing by our downstairs mirror one day.

I took a glimpse at my reflection and I couldn’t help but just cry. I didn’t recognize who was looking back at me. Where’s Aylin, where did the old me go? My husband found me bawling on the floor. This was my low. I knew I HAD to do something about this. And there was only up to go. It didn’t happen overnight. I had to do a lot of soul searching. I started to see a therapist. I had a lot of things from my past that I was holding on to. But here is what was life changing out of this. I came to the realization that I had lost my creative side and as a result had lost my identity.

“THIS” is what motivated me to start a blog.

Having this blog and community as my creative outlet has made me a better mother, wife, sister, daughter and friend so I thank you all from the bottom of my heart. Today my heart fells full and proud. To see where Stylin by Aylin is today makes me so emotional…happy tears. I would have never imaged all the opportunities, brands and amazing people I have met in such a short time. And to be one of the hundred influencers featured in the new Liketoknow.it book is such an honor. This is just the beginning of my journey and I have you to thank for all the support and for following along!

“THIS” is how I found myself again.

“THIS” is what drove me to push though those limiting beliefs in my head.

“THIS” is what pushed me out of my comfort zone and to be vulnerable.

“THIS” is what made my believe in myself again.

“THIS” is why I’m sharing this because I hope it helps even just one person.

You’re not alone. You are loved.

xx,

P.S. Would love to hear from you! If this post has touched you in any way, I would love to hear your story!

Email me at aylin@stylinbyaylin.com

p.s.s. You can pre-order and get your own copy of the LiketoKnow.it book “Stories from the influencer next door” starting September 18.

On September 14, 2018
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GEARING UP FOR FALL

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Hard to believe that we are on the home stretch of summer! As much as I love warm, long days, dresses, flip flops and happy hours outdoors…I’m so excited for all the fun that comes with Fall. Halloween is right around the corner. Last year we bought this HUGE blow up ghost, goblin thingie…and we cracked up every time we deflated him…lol. Can’t wait to bust him out again soon. There’s also the holiday’s to look forward too! I also love dressing for cooler weather. Boots, layers, sweaters and I’ll have tons of cozy lounge wear to share too. Here I’m taking this monochromatic look and breaking it up with these beautiful leopard flats and this cozy wrap cardigan. Both are from Sole Society!

These shoes run a little small. If you are in between sizes I would recommend sizing up one

Thank you for stopping by today! Hope you have a great weekend!

xx,

On August 31, 2018
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90’s STYLE WITH eBay

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From music, TV, movies to fashion there is something so alluring about the 90’s! Did anyone else love watching 90210, Clueless, Full house, Friends and Saved by the Bell?! The best. It’s so fun to actually watch these shows/movies now and see what the fashion trends were then. Well the 90’s is making a comeback…but with a modern twist. From flannel shirts, oversized denim, vintage and retro Tee’s.

Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with eBay to share some of those 90’s trends in a more Modernized way. I’ll also be sharing some of my top picks that you can incorporate into your wardrobe to channel a little bit of the 90’s.

Here I styled this retro Levi’s Tee (similar here) with baggy-boyfriend jeans (similar here) and these retro Nike kicks.

I modernized this look by wearing oversized sunnies, and a more sophisticated handbag.

I also added dainty gold jewelry to give this look a more current feel. The layered gold necklaces give it just the right touch…and the skinny gold bangles definitely remind me of the huge stacks people would wear in the 90’s. But I’m pretty sure mine was in the form of a jelly bracelet…lol.

I’ve been a big fan of eBay for years and years. It has saved the day on multiple occasions!

From my absolute favorite products that become discontinued or when trying to save on a designer purchase…I LOVE eBay!

BTW: this is the discontinued self tanner that I keep re-ordering from eBay (it’s the best!)

Thank you so much for visiting my blog today!

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to eBay for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 28, 2018
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GETTING FALL READY WITH SOLE SOCIETY

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Fall is almost here! Cozy sweaters, layers & pumpkin lattes. While it’s not the right weather for your knits quite yet I’m going to share some tips on transitioning & dressing for “Fall” right now. I’m so excited to be teaming up with Sole Society to share these tips and some of their new arrivals that you can wear now and into the next season.

When purchasing a new handbag for fall I always consider 3 things. Color, material & size. Now there are no set rules (I’m all for a white handbag year round!) but these are just my guidelines to help you narrow down your top picks.

COLOR

My most used bag from last fall was a pretty taupe color. I literally wore it all the time and it magically went with almost every outfit. There are so many pretty Fall colored bags but I tend to gravitate towards the neutrals.

MATERIAL

From faux to real leathers, velvets, suedes, and fabrics…I look for richer textures when shopping for Fall.

SIZE

I tend to wear slightly larger bags in the Fall. It’s nice to have a little extra room for your cardigan or sweater. I also love wearing cross-body bags. It’s so nice to be hands free.

This satchel bag also comes with a long strap so you can wear it cross-body or grab the handles like I did here. It’s super roomy inside and I love the lining! I always love a good bag with cute lining.

HATS

They are such a fun, easy way to add a little extra style to your look. And bonus…perfect for those bad hair days. This hat runs a little big but I have a super (Yes super) random Tip on fixing a loose fitting hat. Take a boob pad insert and safety pin it to the inside of the hat. I swear by this tip & have a few hats that are enhanced…lol.

SHOES

Look for greys, taupes and browns. These shoes I’m wearing here are the perfect transitional shade because you can wear them now with summer dresses, jeans, tee, etc. And you will also be able to wear them in the Fall with sweaters, longer dresses, jackets and more.

Thank you so much for visiting my blog today!

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Sole Society for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 24, 2018
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WORKOUT STYLE WITH NORDSTROM

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I’m always more motivated to workout when I have cute workout clothes to wear. And I’ll be honest, most of my “active wear” purchases are not even for working out. But more for either lounging at home, running after the kids or for running errands. And if I happen to make it on the elliptical at some point of the day…well then I’ll take that as a bonus.

Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with Nordstrom to share 2 different Active wear looks, what I do to stay in shape and my secret tip to staying hydrated!

These leggings are not only super flattering, but I love the color blocking!

Because of the vertical stripes it has a slimming effect.

I paired it here with a white long sleeve top, comfy sneakers and dressed it up with oversized sunnies and one of my favorite handbags. Nordstrom also has a great selection of gym bags, water bottles and other activewear accessories. That’s why I love shopping online at Nordstrom.com so much! One stop shop and their customer service is always so helpful. Plus I love the speedy shipping and free return labels just in case something doesn’t work out.

These leggings run true to size. I’m wearing the size xs here. fyi…they are cropped. I’m 5-7″

WORKOUT ROUTINE

I’ll be honest I don’t have a steady routine. But I do try to move everyday. I recently cancelled my gym membership and we bought an elliptical. I try to use it 3-4 times a week for 20-30 minutes. Having headphones on helps a lot. I will either listen to motivating podcasts or up-beat stations on Pandora. Some of my workout stations are: (get ready they are super random). Club Dance, House Music United, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Nick Jonas, Paperboy, Workout Radio. Also I’ve been scheduling out my workouts a week ahead. I recently bought this weekly desktop planner (here)….it has helped a lot!!

HYDRATION

I’m always trying to stay more hydrated. Plain water sometimes gets super boring to me. One thing that’s really been helping me is adding just a splash of juice to my tumbler of water. I’ve been loving the cherry juice from Trader Joes. A little goes a long way, so just add a little splash. I also been using a daily planner… and it has a section where you can cross off every glass of water you’ve had for the day. It’s been so helpful and scary at the same time. Scary in the sense that I was actually conscious of how little water I was really drinking.

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LOOK #2

This is more of an athlesuire look. You could technically wear it for working out…but I swapped my running shoes for flip flops to give it a more laid back casual vibe. This sweatshirt is a really pretty color. It is naturally cropped so I sized up one to get a little extra length.

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Nordstrom for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 22, 2018
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COMFY STYLE

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On August 21, 2018
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STYLING STRIPES

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Stripes are a timeless year round classic. No matter what the season you can incorporate stripes into your day or night looks. Today I’m teaming up with Nordstrom to share my 3 TIPS on wearing stripes and some of my favorite striped pieces you can wear Now and wear Later! They are all available at nordstrom.com…I really love how easy they make it to shop! Free returns and free shipping back if something doesn’t work out. It’s also my favorite place to buy gifts for friends and family.

3 TIPS TO WEARING STRIPES

LESS IS MORE

I don’t like to have rules…but when it comes to wearing stripes I believe that less is more. For example if you’re wearing a striped top I would go with a solid colored bottom to give the eye some relief. If you’re wearing striped pants go with a solid colored top. If you wear a striped dress keep all accessories, shoes and jackets stripe free.

MIX IT UP

If you want to have a bolder look I do love the look of print mixing. For example if you’re wearing a striped top with solid pants add a pair of animal print flats. Or if you’re wearing jeans and a floral blouse add a striped handbag or tote.

BABY STEPS

If you’re not really feeling striped clothing I would ease into by adding striped accessories first. This includes scarves, handbags, shoes, jewelry, etc.

These Topshop pants are one of my favorites!

They run true to size.

I’m wearing the US2 here.

I love the billowy sleeves on this top. Fyi..I wore a bralette underneath since it’s more open in the front.

I’m wearing the size US6. I sized up one to get a little extra length since this is a cropped style top.

I’ve also rounded up some other striped options for you below…

Thank you for visiting my blog today!

You can shop this striped top here and the rest of my look below….

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Nordstrom for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 15, 2018
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ART TIP…with MINTED

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Hi everyone! Hope you had a great weekend. For those that don’t know already my main background and degree is in Interior Design. Which makes me feel extra grateful to share more home posts with you in the future. In today’s post I’ll be revealing BEFORE & AFTER photos, my secret ART-TIP…and sharing our family room & gorgeous art work with MINTED HOME.

This wall you’re seeing now used to be covered by a huge china cabinet and was filled to the top with “stuff”. It was actually a hand me down piece from my parents circa 1980’s (see below for the BEFORE photo!). I had major anxiety cleaning it out before we gave it away. It had boxes of old photos, bar glasses, china from our wedding, souvenirs collected over the years etc. Everything ended up finding a new place in our home, was donated or stored away in a keep sake box. We’re trying to go “less is more”. Easier said than done.

So once this wall opened up we added additional seating and the search was on for either a mirror, canvas, print…etc.

Keep scrolling below for more pics and my ART TIP……

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I was having a hard time finding a print or piece or art that I loved and that was the right scale. So I had to think outside the box! ART-TIP… I ended up ordering 2 prints that are exactly the same…and hung one of them Up-side-Down. This only works for non-objective/abstract art…unless you want to go super funky/lol. Minted is such a great place to order this type of art work because you can customize almost everything. From the size, framing, colors, matting options…etc. I also love how they have a great preview option so you can see what you will be getting…and the scale!

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Here’s the example (below) to show how we hung one Upside-Down and the other Right-side-UP.

BEFORE

AFTER

FRAME DETAILS

Style name: Ever Softly Market Place. (2) 30″ x 40″. Matte Brass. 1/2″ frame. Matted. Standard Plexi.

Do you like seeing before and after photos?

We recently remodeled and I have a lot of B&A’s to share. Let me know????

Thanks for stopping by today!

I hope this post has helped and/or inspired you to think outside the box.

xx,

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#StylinAylinHome

P.S. A big thank you to Minted for sponsoring this post!

On August 13, 2018
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TOP IN STOCK AND ON SALE!

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Hi girls! I’m so excited to share that I not only found this top back in stock (this color: IVORY)…but I also found it on Sale!

I’m linking all 3 shops for you below.

FYI: top runs a little big. I’m wearing the XS

Hope you’re having a great weekend and thank you so much for stopping by!

On August 12, 2018
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I FOUND MY SNEAKERS!!

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I’ve been getting so many questions about these shoes and always feel so bad to answer that they are sold out. Well today I was stoked to find them available in all sizes!! I wear these all the time with my yoga pants and anything althesuire. I also have worn them on the plane on my last couple trips. They come in handy when you are rushing to your gate to catch your flight!

See below for my TIPS on how I tweaked these shoes to make them even super-than_super comfy….

FYI: I’M WEARING THE SIZE 6. NORMALLY WEAR A SIZE 7 1/2

TIP 1

I’m not a fan of a cute big bow on my sneakers. So what I like to do is thread my laces going from the outside-in. Then once they are at the top (I leave 1-2 holes un threaded)…I tie a knot on the inside of the sneakers and cut the remaining pieces of shoe lace.

TIP 2

I’m also not a fan of wearing socks with sneakers. I can’t stand the no-show socks because 99% of the time they creep down and are more of a nuisance than anything else. So my favorite alternative is to swap out the shoe inserts. (fyi—in some cases I leave the original shoe insert in and add the extra one I purchase. This varies from shoe to shoe). When I was traveling on the airplane I added these inserts (see here)…and they kept my feet so cozy and warm….and yay no socks! In warmer temps I use these inserts (see here). These also add a bit of cushion so they give you a little extra bounce in your step…lol. xx

p.s. I also swear by these for any high heeled shoes!! And sometimes I will size up 1/2 a size in shoes just to accommodate them.

Thanks for stopping by today!!

xx,

On August 12, 2018
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SOLID BASICS FOR YOUR WARDROBE

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When in doubt I always suggest reaching for solids. Wether you color block or wear the same color head to toe you can create a classy, stylish look. I used to be drawn to prints…and I’m talking loud bold prints (shocking). I would see a dress or top at a store and immediately fall in love with it. One thing I started to notice was that I would only wear those printed pieces only a few times. Some I only wore once! So as much as I love a bold print I’ve learned to invest in solid pieces that I can wear over and over again. And not only that, I love how you can easily interchange solid pieces with others. However there are a few “prints” that I do invest in on occasion. I call them my “staple prints”. And those are stripes, subtle florals and animal print. Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with Nordstrom to share my favorite new arrivals from Topshop, solid pieces that you can wear now and later…and this casual but dressy look. Also sharing a round up of Topshop bags! (see below)…..

I love how Topshop has stylish, on trend pieces that don’t break the bank!

I have to admit that I’m usually guilty of almost always buying 2 different colors in the same piece when it comes to Topshop.

These pants are super comfy! They run true to size.

I’m wearing the size 2US.

Also this top is super easy to dress up and down.

I just saw that sizing is super limited so I linked a couple similar options for you in this post (here and here).

TOPSHOP NEW ARRIVALS!

TOPSHOP HANDBAG PICKS!

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog today!

You can shop this look below…

P.s. A big thank you to Nordstrom for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 10, 2018
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RUFFLE ACCENTS

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I love how a little detail can go a long way. And I also love how you don’t need to break the bank to pull together a complete outfit! Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with JCPenney to share how I styled these comfy ruffled accent pieces and sharing some great layers that will transition into Fall!

This ruffle TEE is so so comfy and soft!

I knew this would be something I would wear all the time.

Since I’m already a huge fan of the basic TEE, I loved how this one has the ruffle detail giving it a more feminine, dressy feel.

LAYERING FAVORITES

Whether you are layering over a dress, jeans and a tee or your slacks….these jackets will be easy to grab and go!

Here I styled this ruffle Tee with these comfy light washed jeans and this super cute rose colored jacket! I also love the style and quality of these pieces…and was even more excited to see the prices! JCPenney has a huge selection so it’s definitely worth your time and you’ll leave with some great quality finds. I also picked up a few home items from my latest trip to JCPenney…gifts for 3 up coming birthdays & some back to school items for my kids! I love a good one-stop shop 😉

Ruffle Tee wearing the size Small

Light Washed denim runs true to size

Rose colored jacket runs true to size

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LOOK #2

This top is such a pretty color. I sized up one to a Small.

Here are some other pretty pink/blush colored options for you below…

Thank you so much for visiting my blog!

You can shop all of my latest finds below…

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to JCPenney for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 8, 2018
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COZY NEUTRALS WITH NORDSTROM HOME

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There’s no doubt I’m obsessed with neutrals! And that applies to my wardrobe, accessories, home, etc. One of my favorite times of year to stock up on new throw blankets, pillows, vases, accent furniture, etc is during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Today I’m so excited to be teaming up with Nordstrom! I’ll be sharing some of my NSALE purchases with you, how I style them in my home, and also sharing a flower TIP hack that will make your hydrangeas last a lot longer!

This gold whimsical jack is such a fun accessory for a coffee table. It is part of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and it comes in a few other options. A smaller size and also in a pretty matte black finish

This Vase is stunning!!

It has a gold rim on the top and I love how the glass is textured.

It feel a lot more expensive than what I paid for!

These are some new pillows I’ve added into the collection.

We love cozy and fluffy. Speaking of cozy…. this throw is one of our favorite purchases of the Nordstrom Sale! It is an oversized throw that is large enough to cover (and protect) the entire sofa. We have 2 of them and they are easy to throw into the wash!

This foot stool was one of my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale purchases! I love the natural wood on the legs. This is easy to move from room to room. That is pretty much what I do all the time since I’m constantly re-arranging things around here.

We have 2 of these woven stools and they are perfect to tuck in under tables, desks or a console table.

We’ve actually been using them outside too in our covered outdoor living area.

They are comfy to sit on too!

This vase is so unique…and also on sale!

I love the scale of this vase. It’s on the larger size so it would be perfect on your kitchen island or for the center of your dining table. Here I styled it with hydrangeas. You’ll want to find a longer stemmed flower or plant for this vase

FLOWER TIP

When styling your hydrangeas make sure to cut the stem diagonal at the bottom. Then cut the stem vertically through the middle going up about 3-5″. This allows more water to get absorbed into the flower to make it last longer. I’ve actually been able to bring some of these flowers back to life and have them saved for you on my insta-stories highlights. You have to check it out, it’s pretty amazing what these flowers can do!

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog today!

If you have any questions about any of these products please feel free to reach out to me anytime. aylin@stylinbyaylin.com

xx,

P.s. A big thank you to Nordstrom for partnering on this post! Everything I share, as always, are my own thoughts and opinions.

On August 1, 2018
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