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4th of July Fashion

Need some inspiration for today’s 4th of July BBQs? We found these Michael Kors Wedges (Style: Vivien) in the shop at ClosetGroupie.com (from user Abby Simmons) and thought they’d make the perfect shoe for your summer parties while the weather is sunny and warm.

Here are a couple of Independence Day-Inspired ways you can wear these shoes to backyard BBQs and patio parties all summer long. Bright red, paired with white and navy stripes create a classic look. Just add stars for a festive and patriotic ensemble!

Thanks to new Closet Groupie, Megan Stanley for her stylish ideas, and happy 4th of July to you and yours! 

Megan is a twenty-something living in Portland, OR, where she spends most of her time trying to figure out how to “dress appropriately for the weather” when it can be cold and raining one minute and sunny and warm the next. (Hint: layers.) She loves bright colors and flowy clothing, and believes that being fashionable doesn’t mean you can’t be comfortable. She is also a firm believer in the power of fun jewelry, comfortable shoes, and a good tailor.

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Trend Watch: Purple

Purple is popping up left and right on red carpets and at award shows on celebrities like Nicole Scherzinger, Diane Kruger, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, and Chloe Sevingny (see photos from ShinyStyle below.

It’s also a perfectly vibrant summer shade for poolside parties, like this bright purple blouse we spotted this week on Chictopia:

Want in on this trend? We combed through the items currently in the shop at ClosetGroupie.com to find purple women’s, kids’ and babies’ clothes and shoes, just in time for the summer season.

We created a Pinterest board for all of these pieces and each “pin” takes you straight to the product page for that item. Go ahead, start shopping!

How to Wear: Naughty Monkey Ankle Boots

Welcome to “How to Wear,” a new feature on the ClosetGroupie blog where we’ll take an great item currently available in our shop and show you how to wear/style/love it. 

This week’s HTW is brought to you by our new social media manager, Doniree Walker.

Doniree lives in Portland, OR, and describes her personal style as “casually loud.” While her closet is made up of simple basics, her love of bright (read: neon) accessories (and hair colors) can be as playful and vibrant as she is. In Portland, she pretty much blends in with the other hipster-ish weirdos (their words, not hers), but when she visits her Midwest homeland she sticks out like a sore thumb. She’s not mad about that.

This week, here’s Doniree’s ClosestGroupie pick and how she’d style it.

ClosetGroupie user KristinMarie recently uploaded this great pair of ankle boots from Naughty Monkey. Details:

Shoes: Ankle Boots by Naughty Monkey (style: criminal)
Suggested Retail: $100+ 
ClosetGroupie Price: $65.00
Condition: Never worn!
Size: 7.5 

I LOVE these shoes and decided to style them with skinny jeans, a simple t-shirt, and bold accessories. 

What about you? How would you wear shoes like these?

Living Goldie: It’s a fashionable life

Meet Sarah!  Sarah is the 22 year old fashionista behind the blog Living Goldie.  She’s from Texas which might help to explain why her style is HOT.   We had the chance to ask Sarah a few questions about style, trends, and of course her closet.  Check out her blog for inspiration and then go raid her stylish closet! 

CG:  Who is your style inspiration?  

LG:  I think my style inspirations change constantly, but one that has always stuck with me is the Olsen sisters. I like that they wear what they want, no matter what trend is in. They dress for themselves and interpret style in their own way. I try to do the same with my style!

CG:  What trends will you be filling your closet with this spring and summer?  

LG:   Definitely lots of color and bold floral prints!  I’ve also been shopping for more sporty, minimalist items- like the really cool effortless way fashion editors dress.  My silly shopping motto is:  WWTTHW  Translation:  What Would Taylor Tomasi Hill Wear?  

CG:  What is the one thing in your closet that you could never live without?  

LG:  I recently splurged on a new Balenciaga city bag and have used it everyday since.  I think it’s the best investment.  I can use it for work, school, and on a night out. I’m already saving up for my second one.  They are addicting!