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Must Have: Winter Parka Under $100

See how to style a parka for winter

Coat // Shirt (similar) // Boots (similar)


Although we're heading into spring, now is still the perfect time to buy a winter coat at a major discount. One style that won't go out of style anytime soon is the classic parka. I was looking for an olive one for a while now and found this amazing a.n.a. parka on clearance at JCPenney this weekend! It features faux fur trim on the hood and super cozy hand cuffs, plus a cinchable waist to give it some more shape. For reference I'm wearing a size large and I'm 5'8". This parka is just $59.99 and I paid $54 at the register with an additional 15% off applied.

Yesterday temperatures dipped into the teens here in Connecticut so I was actually excited to put my new coat to the test, and let me tell you, it kept me toasty warm with just a plaid shirt underneath (similar) and my leather riding boots (similar)! This isn't a sponsored post or anything, I was just really excited to share this jacket with you guys and my Instagram photo doesn't do it justice, so I forced my dear husband to snap these photos so you can see how good it looks (or at least how good I think it looks!) Snag one for yourself, you won't be disappointed.






9 New T-Shirts to Step Up your Casual Outfit Game

Shop new styles of tees to up your casual outfit game
I'm a sucker for a cute top that I can throw on with my favorite jeans to feel somewhat put-together. Lately my Instagram and Pinterest feeds have been blowing up with new t-shirt styles that I'm finding hard to resist! From crisscross details to casual ruffles, these tops are super stylish, easy to wear, and dare I say, practical. While some trendy tops can be hard to wear on an everyday basis (I'm looking at you, off-the-shoulder-bell-sleeve top) these 9 comfy tees will step up your casual outfit game with minimal effort. Shop 9 of my faves under $45 below:

Shop the Look:
1. BP. Twist Front Tee, $22.00
2. Lush Surplice Tee, $20.98 (down from $35)
3. Socialite Strap Front Tee, $29
4. Ten Sixty Sherman Ruffle Sleeve Tee, $35
5. BP. Ruffle Front Tee, $29
6. Soprano Ruffle Tee, $20.98 (down from $35)
7. BP. Ruffle Cold Shoulder Top, $45
8. Michele by Comune Mingus Stripe Tee, $28
9. Free People Thermal Top, $40.80 (down from $68)