How To Wear Lace This Fall

Lace is a timeless style that can be tricky to wear because it is often times sheer. It is especially difficult to add lace pieces to fall looks. However, with a few extra layers, summer oriented lace pieces can be layered, making them perfect for the chillier days ahead.

Lace in darker tones rather than white are perfect for fall. This olive green color is a perfect example. Here the lace is built into the dress and laid over the main construction providing a loose fit. Dresses like this allow the sheer lace to shine without showing skin.

To balance out feminine lace details, add solid knits and black tights.

Another way to wear lace is to wear it over a solid top. Here a white summer lace top was converted into a fall look with a burnt orange scarf, hat and cup of coffee to keep warm and cozy.

This top has extra volume and a long hem, I suggest pairing these types of silhouettes with a slim fitting pant.

Do you have a few lace pieces in your closet ready to take on fall? Let us know in the comments below.

Written by Jenna Howell

Model: Jenna Howell and Dallas Kiester

Why Kari Jobe Wins Best-Dressed for March

At Top Buttons, we are always looking to draw inspiration from women who are  smart, talented, and classy. Singer/songwriter Kari Jobe fits these descriptions perfectly. Her many roles include worship pastor at Gateway church in Texas, Dove award recipient, Grammy nominee, and recently, wife to hubby Cody Carnes.

While Jobe is well-known for rocking neutrals, we absolutely love how she chose to add a bright pop of emerald green to her outfit. This is a great piece to draw inspiration from with St. Patrick's day just around the corner. Kari Jobe illustrates perfectly how green can be mixed with other pieces to tone down the vibrancy of the color and keep the outfit d0-able.

We love everything about this classy, cute and fun look. For this particular ensemble, Jobe chose to add classic oxford heels in a pretty mustard-color, sticking to her vintage-style roots in a subtle way. We love oxfords and their recent comeback over the past year. Choosing a pair with a heel like Kari did adds a little dressiness to her frock, leggings and casual scarf. She chooses to accessorize with bold nails and a stack of bracelets.

Kari Jobe is one lucky lady, but we adore her for being such a brilliantly talented Christian role model for girls of all ages. What's not to love?

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Written by: Katy Abramowich {Image via Pinterest}

Maddy and Her Perfectly Polished Style

Maddy Lynott is currently a college Freshman. Her sense of style is just one of the many attributes that makes her so charismatic! Aside from dressing cute and original, Maddy dedicates much of her time to ministry opportunities by volunteering with children at a local community and even going on global missions trips! In fact, Tiffany (from our recent post Trends with Tiffany: A Classy and Sweet Style) and Maddy are both going to Zambia this summer! Maddy's love for God and love for people shines throughout everything she does.

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Maddy's first look in the city was practically pulled right off Pinterest because it was so coordinated and put together.

She gave Top Buttons the scoop on where she bought all the items she's wearing, so we've done the web-hunting for you and have found similar essential pieces to accomplish a look like Maddy's!

Chiffon Blouse  | Maroon Skinny Jeans | Tan Riding Boots | Bangle Watch | Gold Belt

[blockquote]I love items from Target because they are like a copycat of J.Crew (but a lot cheaper), which is where I get a lot of my style inspiration from.[/blockquote]

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Maddy received this dress as a gift from a friend who originally purchased it at a consignment boutique, which offers such a one-of-a-kind and sentimental touch to this outfit.

[blockquote]The dress can easily be transformed into something casual or fancy with the adding of accessories and change of shoes. I love the hippie look of the lace and sleeves.[/blockquote]

To accomplish a similar look, here's some similar items you can purchase:

Dress | Leggings | Tan Riding Boots

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(From left to right: Tiffany Hammer, Macey Rikard, Betsie Amendola, and Maddy Lynott)

Trends with Tiffany: A Classy and Sweet Style

Tiffany Hammer is a Pennsylvania-raised fashionista currently studying as a freshman at Southeastern University. Not only is she an amazing pianist, but her style is just as classy and sweet as her personality. Top Buttons had the pleasure of capturing two different outfits while Tiffany was out on the town with some friends. (Check back later this week for more details on their looks too!)

[blockquote]A gold watch is essential to any wardrobe. I got this one at CottonOn for super cheap![/blockquote]

[blockquote]My favorite article of clothing is the pink blazer from Charlotte Russe. I love taking a risk with a bold color that makes an outfit pop![/blockquote]

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[blockquote]I really like my lace dress from Urban Outfitters! Pairing a jean vest with a neutral color creates an Indy look.[/blockquote]

For a similar look to Tiffany's lace dress, make sure to check out our article featuring Zooey Deschanel's Look for Less, where she also wears a cute lace dress and some black tights.

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This is a sneak peak of some of the other styles from our Top Button's photo shoot that we'll feature in upcoming articles.

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For more insider scoops inside the lives of everyday ladies, check out our recent posts called A Winter Wardrobe with a Southern Belle, and a A Western Winter Look on a Budget

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Trendy Tuesday: The Bomber Jacket

Though for some of us winter may carry on for a few more months, it's time to start thinking about transition pieces and springtime jackets! Yippee! We can almost dream of putting away our chic wool pea-coats and heading towards warmer days! Coming your way this spring - bomber jackets.  (This Topshop number is fresh and fun for spring!)

But unlike WWII days, this retro look has stepped it up a notch. This spring look for bold patterns, fun prints, and exciting textures - lace, leather, satin, and everything in between!

Coming fresh off the runway from Marc Jacobs, Tracy Reese, and Alexander Wang, bomber jackets are ditching the old wool lining and picking up new sophistication with mesh detailing, perforated leather, and sweet silky prints - perfect for toning down a dressy outfit or adding a sporty (yet girly) vibe to daily jeans.

While we love designer pieces, and even these jackets found from J. Crew and Topshop (and who wouldn't?!) Who can afford the steep prices that come with them?

Both of these bomber jackets from Topshop (leopard found here, foil print found here).

Luckily, Forever 21 is forever there to save our wardrobes. With a plethora of adorable - and affordable - bomber jackets, this trend will not only keep you cute, but keep your wallet happy too!

This leopard print bomber is comparable to the topshop jacket seen above, but without the steep $160 price tag.

This fresh Geo-print bomber jacket is light enough to stay with you as the seasons change and the air gets warmer.

We're loving this fun twist on the bomber jacket - classic leather body, but cool, cute lace sleeves! Find it at Forever 21 - and bonus points for being under $40!

Stay trendy, ladies!

What To Wear On Easter Sunday

Haven't found an outfit for Easter yet? No need to worry! We have got you covered. We have taken the time to scout out outfit inspiration to help get you on track. Whether you want to wear a dress or pants, we have some great options for you. If you have your heart set on wearing a dress, the six dresses pictured above are styles that are not only adorable but, right on trend. Pastels, lace, and florals are all perfect for Easter. Not only that, but they are perfect for Spring. They are dresses that can still be worn after next weekend. No wasted money here!

If dresses are just not your thing, floral pants are a great option. Pair them with a peplum top and a blazer and you are straight off the runway!

We hope you are charged with inspiration and ready to put an outfit together that fits your personality and unique style! Whether you find styles like this in your own closet, your friend's closet or the store down the road we are confident you will hit a home run with your Easter Sunday look!

Have a happy stylish Easter!

Rebekah

Links to dresses above, left to right.

1| 2| 3| 4| 5| 6

Links to pants outfit:

top| blazer| pants| shoes| purse| earrings| bracelets

Mix It Up For Spring

Spring is in full bloom with vibrant colors and beautiful weather. It's a time when flowers and new beginnings blossom. As for fashion this season, why not begin trying new trends and experimenting with textures and prints.

We decided to take experimenting a bit further by layering a floral crop top over a lace dress. It is a perfect balance of texture and print. Because crop tops can be a hassle to pair "appropriately," this dress is a great solution. So whether it is styling garments in a new way or updating the old wardrobe, Spring is the time for fresh trends.

 Dress | Jacket | Floral Top | Purse | Bracelets | Ring

Photo Credit:  Moments by Jen

Valentine's Day Outfit Options

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, here is some outfit inspiration for those who are still deciding what to wear. If you want to stay in the Valentine’s Day spirit but red just isn’t your color, pink is a great alternative. It is classic, feminine, and on trend. Whether you have a date with that special someone or a girl’s night out with your closest friends, you will be styling in an ensemble like this!

For hair and make-up think Lauren Conrad. Try pairing a soft neutral eye palette with liquid liner. Add some drama with false lashes that have a slight flair on the sides. Sweep on pink blush, and finish with a nude lip. For the hair, try loose waves or a chignon.

You can’t go wrong with this look. It is clean, fresh, and oh so pretty!

Have a happy and stylish Valentine’s Day!

Rebekah

Valentine's Day Outfit by topbuttons featuring plastic jewelry

White lace dress modcloth.com

Miss Patina high heel modcloth.com

Corto Moltedo studded handbag $1,530 - farfetch.com

Irene Neuwirth diamond jewelry ylang23.com

Plastic jewelry modcloth.com