When pulling together layered looks I love mixing cool and warm tones.  I did so here by mixing grey and camel with subtle gold accents.  The best thing about these layers are you won’t get too hot.  All of these pieces are fairly light weight.  For colder conditions you can wear a trench or a wool coat over this entire look.  Bring on the layers!!  You can shop this draped cardigan here and the rest of my look below…

p.s. This cardigan runs true to size

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Hope you had a great weekend…and thanks for stopping by!

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Who knew???  This sweater dress doubles as a top!  I found this out by mistake while changing into my jeans and tee.  It is on the longer side.  I’m just shy of 5-7 so I hope that gives you an idea of how it will fall on your frame.  To be honest I actually prefer wearing this as a top vs a dress.  But it’s cute as a dress too.  I’m just more the slouchy – oversized sweater kinda girl.  It also comes in another color way.  You can shop this knit here and the rest of my post below…

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Here is how you’re really supposed to wear this knit.  Sweater Dress!  I styled it with ankle booties, statement earrings, and one of my favorite handbags.  Back to the booties….I love these!  They run true to size and are comfy.  You can shop the boots here and the rest of my look below!…

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Thanks for stopping by!  Hope you’re having a good day!

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I really should get to bed (it’s 12:19am)…but I’m posting this on ig first thing in the morning and I wanted to share more details on this cardigan!  It is such a unique, soft, cozy, gorgeous piece.  There are not too many that look similar to this.  Please note:  This cardigan is BIG.  I’m wearing the S petite here because that was the last size in the store.  I would have ordered the XS Petite…but I didn’t want to wait to show it to you.  I would definitely recommend sizing down.  This cardigan would look great with a cami underneath or even a basic white tee.  You can shop it here and the rest of my look below….

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UPDATE:  I just found out this cardigan is on Sale today!  Free shipping if you spend over $150.  

(discount will be reflected at checkout)

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Thank you for visiting today and happy Friday!!

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Hi everyone!  For those of you who haven’t met my hubby…this is Jeff!  He’s the creative eye behind the lens of Stylin by Aylin, loves golf, poker, geeks out big time on electronics, likes to surf, is the most amazing father to our 2 kids…and is the love of my life.  We just celebrated 14 years of marriage and wow time does fly.  I know this sounds so cliche…but our wedding day feels like it was just yesterday.   Well I’m beyond excited to have Jeff join me on the blog today!  We’re teaming up with Nordstrom to share some of our favorite Mens styles, new arrivals and sharing some things we’ve learned along the way to a long lasting relationship. 

I styled his look more modern casual here.  Jeans, comfortable button up shirt, sneakers…but dressed it up with the watch and stylish shades.  Depending on your guys office dress code…this could also be a great work look!  Plus it’s transitional enough to hit up happy hour after a long day.   I’ve always loved squarish framed sunglasses on Jeff.   Here are 2 options I recommend: ted baker sunglasses and these Boss sunglasses.

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MY LOOK

Dress   //   Handbag   //   Shoes

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Cutie wearing Bonobos…

This is a newer brand Jeff’s been rocking lately.  This exact shirt was actually his anniversary gift this year, along with me finding a sitter and surprising him with dinner reservations.  Thanks aunt Shelly for babysitting!   When I saw this shirt it was pretty much love at first sight.  As you might know I’m obsessed with the color grey and when I saw this 2 toned check top I knew it would make the perfect gift.  Ladies…it’s soft too and I love the quality!   Also see below for “other favorites” that I’m excited to share with you!  Jeff doesn’t know this yet…but some of these pieces are in my shopping cart for Christmas gifts.

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MY LOOK

Dress   //   Handbag   //   Shoes

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Every relationship has their ups and down but here are a few tips we try to live by…

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“Laugh and be silly”

Jeff probably thinks I’m crazy, but when I get in a silly mood I speak with the Borat accent.  Do I think I sound attractive?  No.  Do I do it anyway?  Yes.  I think it’s so important to laugh, be fun, silly and yourself.

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“Date your spouse”

We try to go out on a date at least once a week.  Even if it’s just for an hour.  It doesn’t have to be a big expense either.  Although the most expensive date nights for us involve a late night run to Target before we head home…eeeek.

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“Feelings”

This one’s good.  When I need to confront Jeff about something that is bothering me I always need to step back and make sure I’m not going to accuse or go in attack mode.  That only makes the other person get defensive and that is such a hard place to get out of.  I approach the uncomfortable situation by telling him “how that made me feel” instead of telling him what he did wrong.  

Thank you so much for stopping by today!  

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A big thank you to Nordstrom for sponsoring this post!

This double ruffle white top is perfect for a night out.  The sleeve detail is my favorite but I also love that it is currently 40% off!  It also comes in black and it runs true to size.  However I sized up one to get a little bit extra in the length.  Here I styled it with distressed jeans, heels, clutch and layers of dainty gold jewelry. 

p.s. The hoop earrings are on sale too …and are super light weight! 

You can shop top here and below…

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Hope you had a great weekend!

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Hi everyone and thanks for visiting my blog today!  For those of you that are new to follow we started a home re-model back in May.   It was quite the experience and to be totally honest way more of a process than I expected.  And that applies to the Good and the Bad.   If you watch my insta-stories you’ve seen my backsplash dilemma!  After a 2 month lead time the wrong material comes in, reselect then more reselects, and then the one you pick happens to be “un-installable”.  Long story short we found someone skilled enough (doesn’t hurt he’s super meticulous and a perfectionist)…to install our tile!   He should be finishing it up in the next week. Yay!!  I’ll share the progress on insta so be sure to follow along.  

In other good news this top is now available in a pretty ivory-white color.  I did size up one size.   Wearing the S here.  The material is soft and perfect for not too warm or not too cold weather.  My favorite detail is the hem line of where the bell sleeve starts (just above the elbow area…see 2nd to last pic below) 

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

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Thank you for stopping by!  Hope you have a great one!  xx

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Happy Monday!  Hope you had a good weekend.  We’ve been busting out the Halloween decor around here and added a new blow up ghost to the collection.  This thing is so random and has been cracking us up (If you watch my insta-stories you might have seen my installation fail).  Well just in time for this post to go live…this top is now on Sale!  It is wearable all year long since it is breathable and light weight.  I plan to layer long sleeve thermals underneath this when it gets more chilly.  

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

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p.s. I ordered some new Fall pieces that are coming in this week and I’m really excited to share them with you!  Are there any looks in particular you would like to see from me?  Lounge wear at home?   Holiday Party attire?  Fall Shoes?  Weekend looks?…please send me an email (aylin@stylinbyaylin.com) or comment on my last instagram photo (here).  

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Thanks for stopping by today!

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When you find that perfect sweater…and you ponder how to style it??  I’m very used to wearing more oversized sweaters, so when I fell in love with this cozy-fitted number I had to think twice about styling it.  Because of it’s more fitted nature I immediately thought about wearing it with a looser pant.  I love the balance it creates.  And bonus…I found some great jeans for you that instantly elongate your legs!  Shoes are always a challenge with this type of pant leg.  Flats will not work…unless you are really tall or get the length hemmed.  So I’m linking some shoe options for you too!  Keep scrolling below to see more of this LOOK and to see how I styled this exact sweater with a completely different pant style….

And bonus this top is under $60 and has the best reviews! 

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Style Tip:  I would recommend sizing up on this sweater.  Even though it’s supposed to be more fitted…I found it to run a little small. 

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This look is more fitted.  I also think this look is more appropriate for Night.  But can easily turn into Day with swapping out the heels for sneakers.  Again I dressed it up here with an arm stack of gold accents.  And added a playful detail with these animal print high heel pumps.  I love mixing casual and dressy pieces.  Even though these shoes are a bit loud I’ve been able to wear them with more than expected.   So in a way it’s been working like a neutral with my wardrobe.  The exact pair I’m wearing is from Sam Edelman but from 3 years ago.  I found some very similar pairs that I’m linking in this post.   

Thank you so much for stopping by today.   On a side note I wanted to say that my heart goes out to anyone who is affected by all of these hard times we’ve been seeing lots of lately.  There has been so much loss and pain.  But there is also so much good in this world.  We can never give up hope.  I’m thinking positive for you, your loved ones and anyone affected by these hard times.  Sending prayers.

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*A big thank you to Nordstrom for sponsoring this post! 

My mom and I met my brother for lunch last week and we stopped off at South Coast Plaza before heading back home.  He needed new “basics” for his wardrobe…so I said…” i’m your girl!”  That explains why I’m in the Mens dressing room.  No one else was in there so I just made myself welcome in the main part of the rooms.  We found some great basic Tee’s for him!   The joggers I’m wearing were perfect for a day out…but I loved them even more on the hour plus car commute.  And yay…so excited to share that they are restocked!!  They’ve been sold out since I bought them.   Also this sweater is one of my new favorites!  I’ve worn it at least 5 times in the last 10 days.  

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Hope you have a great weekend!  Make sure to check back for new looks…coming soon!

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Happy Friday!  FYI:  today’s the last day to get my cami and shoes for up to 25% off!  Just enter code:EOTS17 when checking out at shopbop.com.  The cami runs true to size.  (wearing the xs here).   I’m trying to incorporate more color into my wardrobe…and loved mixing these Fall-like tones.  These colors would look so pretty paired with blue jeans, black, greys or whites.  So in a way it works like a neutral…which is probably why I was drawn to this color combo.  You can shop my cami, jacket and shoes Here, here and here.  

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TGIF…and hope you have a great one!  Thanks too for stopping by today! 

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It’s funny how many black pieces I have hanging in my closet…but I rarely share black pieces on my blog.  Well I’ve been recently re-inspired to style more black pieces after our recent trip to NYC.  It’s such a classic, timeless way of dressing if done right.  (or it could go towards more gothic).   One thing I love about dressing in black….it’s really hard to ever go wrong.  Unless it’s toooo short, super low cut and too tight ALL in one piece, lol.   I styled this ribbed long cardigan with this gorgeous polka dot cami!  It’s currently up to 25% off…and my shoes too!  (cami// shoes sold out but linked same brand and similar) .  I’m wearing an xs in the cami.  I love how luxurious it feels on…and I especially love that the back is a racer back style.  It’s also a nice feminine touch (with the playful polka dots)…to counter balance all the black going on.   The cardigan runs a little small.  I sized up from an xs to a S.  Just note that it is on the longer side.  And bonus…it has pockets!  

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Thank you for stopping by today!  

Check back tomorrow because I have a new look I can’t wait to share with you♥

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Today I’m mixing whites with taupe accents.   Even though the colors are not exact…I love the tone on tone mixing.  And so excited to share that this top is currently on sale!  It runs big so I would not size up on this top. (I’m wearing the xs here).  

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Now that’s a good weed

High five to thumbholes on thermals.  And that’s also a self tan fail.  #ooops

You can shop this top here and below….

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Hope you have a great Tuesday…thanks for stopping by!  

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Happy Thursday!  Today’s post is what I wore for one of my more casual days at Fashion week.  I have to admit that this top is a little out of my price range…but for special events (ie: Fashion Week) I make an exception for splurge pieces.  But let me say…I have already worn this top so many times since Fashion week.  It feels very luxurious, billowy, classy and boho all in one.  It can be dressed up with slacks or a leather skirt.  I kept it more casual with grey skinny jeans.  Keep scrolling below to see more looks…

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Thanks for stopping by!  You can shop one of my favorite tops here and the rest of my post below…

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I laugh as I open up this post to publish.  I tried to finish it last night while working downstairs on the sofa while the family went to sleep.   Well…all of a sudden I woke up at 2am.  I passed out so hard.  Best part…I feel asleep on a crotchet pillow for atleast 3 hours.  I think I can still see sleep marks on the left side of my face.  #exhustion #momlife

This dress makes a statement all on it’s own!  I love the chic print and shift style (looser) fit.  I’m wearing a regular bra with it…this is such an easy dress to just throw on.  It is made out of silk so I would just be a little extra careful with it.  I wore my new favorite pair of nude shoes that will elongate your legs…added a couple layering necklaces, oversized sunnies, handbag and good to go!  I wore this for our 3rd day in New York city for fashion week.   My hubby “tech Jeff ” and I went to a few shows on Day 3, stopped to get afternoon cocktails and really tried to slow down the pace on that Day.  We knew we had to fly out the following morning…so we really tried to be present and enjoy the energy of this beautiful city.  I heart New York!   

FYI:  This dress runs true to size. Wearing the Xs here.  

You can shop my dress here and below…

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Thank you for stopping by…hope you have a good day!

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Happy Tuesday!  How is it only Tuesday?  Anyone else feel like it should be later in the week?  I went to Kaaboo this past weekend with my friend Sara on the air-a!  Stayed up way too late, ate too much fried food and wasn’t very kind to my liver.  But I have to say it was well worth it.  We saw Ice Cube, Pink & a few other bands in concert…and they did not disappoint.  Kaaboo is a 3 day music festival in Del Mar, CA.  I’ve never been to Coachella….but I would guess that Kaaboo is the yuppy version.  I’ve always liked Pink…but after seeing her Live…I’m obsessed.  She’s so cool, down to earth and gives an amazing performance.  I even got emotional at the end of one of her songs.  Like…tears coming down my face.   It was triggered by her lyrics and there was also this girl right in front of us at the concert who got super emotional.  You never know what people are going through.  Everyone has a story.  After the song… Sara and I put our hands on her shoulder and gave her a smile.  

This bell sleeve thermal has Stylin all over it….lol.  It’s casual and comfy, runs true to size.  I’m wearing the XS.  It comes in another colorway too.  And I love that it is under $40!  I styled it here with distressed blue jeans, leopard flat slides, bracelet bag and oversized sunnies.  

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

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Hope you have a good day.  And if you know of anyone not having the best day remember to send them a smile.

As always thanks for stopping by!  Sending hugs…

xx,

If you’re looking for a pullover/sweater for Fall that has a little detail to it…you might love this one!  (also available here)

This top comes in a few color options…and love them all!  I’m wearing the xs here.  I usually like to size up with sweaters but would not recommend that with this one.  I love the arm tie details!  I’m sharing 2 different ways I like to tie the arms.  Please see below for my tips!  

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T i e  # 1

This option above is my personal favorite.   

First lay the sleeve out flat…then do a double tie and pull it out until the width of the tie matches the width of the sleeve.   This way is looser and I prefer the feel and fit. 

T i e # 2

This is the same as above just tighter…however it gives a different look.  Not only will the ties be hanging longer in length…but it will also makes the sleeve length a little shorter and more adjustable.  You can pull it up on your arm…which is always nice.  

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Thanks for stopping by today!   You can shop this top here and here.

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What to pack for fashion week?????   Well let me start off by saying that attending NYFW has been a dream of mine since I was a little girl.   Last year was my first year…and I remember my first show so vividly.  I was trying so hard to hold back tears.  It was such a pinch me, surreal moment and I felt so proud to be there.   This year was just as amazing but I did feel more relaxed (in a good way).  I’ll admit…Last year I was a fashion week rookie and pretended I knew what I was doing.  But by the second runway show I was asking security how I could make my way to the front row.  And yay…it worked.  I’m definitely in my element when in NYC… especially for fashion week.  I’m so thankful for my parents to watch our kids so my husband Jeff (aka…”Tech Jeff”) could join me again this year!   Our goal for Fashion week 2017 was to be more present and slow down the pace.  I’ll admit that is pretty hard to do with back to back meetings, shows, 20 min cab rides…and a girls gotta eat and shop too.   But even if it was just for a 1/2 hour a day…Jeff and I stopped for a coffee or martini and just chilled-out for a sec.  My husband is also my photographer so it made shooting in the city more flexible.  (we only argued 4 times and almost got ran over by a crazy cab driver twice…lol & yikes).  

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This is what I wore on Day 1 for NYFW.  I wanted to dress edgier than my normal day to day…but still keep true to my style.  This top was pretty online…but then when I received it in the mail I was unsure.  It didn’t thrill me on the hanger.  But wait!  Once I put it on…I was so surprised at how it came to life.  The crotchet detailing is stunning!  I love so many details about this top.  So I guess what I’m trying to say is…you will most likely love to top even more once you try it on. (This top is available here, here and here)   I paired it over these Pleather high-waisted shorts.  I bought these from Zara about 3 years ago.  They look so real, great quality and look expensive.  But if I remember correctly I got them for under $40??  I’m linking a similar pair of shorts here.   And BTW these shoes get the gold metal award!  I wore them almost every day in NY.  They are not only super stylish & cute…but they are very comfy.  My only negative is it takes so long to put them on. (pretty annoying).  But once you’re laced up…enjoy!!   I will be wearing these a lot this Fall…

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More NYFW looks coming up…  

Stay tuned and stay sweet♥  (remember writing that in your high-school yearbooks…lol)

Thanks for stopping by today…hope you had a great one!

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