Huge thanks to Kohl’s and Collective Voice for sponsoring this post
Raise your hand if you want to look polished with less effort! 🙋🏻♀️ I’m telling you, when you have the right pieces, you don’t have to try so hard to make things look good. Today I want to share a few crazy affordable pieces that will enable you to create simple, effortlessly polished outfits, and I’m partnering with Kohl’s and Collective Voice to do it.
Kohl’s has so many items that you can get for a STEAL while looking stylish and polished! On top of that, Kohl’s carries a wide range of sizes, like straight, petite, plus, and tall, so it’s easy to find clothes that work for you. You can also shop conveniently at Kohl’s with their in-store and curbside pickup options and their amazing 180-day return policy.
SIZING: I’m 5’6″ and usually S/M or 6 in clothes and 8.5 to 9 in shoes.
1. Flowy Solid Blouse
Ever need to dress up and don’t know what to wear? This is the answer! Talk about effortlessly polished!
The one I’m wearing here can be paired with dark wash jeans for a nice dinner, and you can just as easily wear it with black slacks for work. Effortless! This top comes in several colors and is soooo affordable, at just $27.74 HERE! I’m wearing size S.
Shop the Outfit:
Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Jeans: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
Boots: (identical–I wear size 9)
2. Dark Wash Flare Jeans
A pair of dark wash jeans looks instantly dressy and polished. Make sure it falls cleanly at the bottom, not bunching up at your shoe. This pair of flares has been one of my faves since last year! Comfortable, easy to move in, and really affordable at just $29.99 HERE! It came out in this darker wash this year, which is so, so easy to dress up! I wear size 6.
The jeans even look great with casual items, like the sweater I’m wearing above!
BTW, I love how this sweater is slightly slouchy with a relaxed fit – totally my vibe. 😊 And, it’s only $22.49 right now! It’s on the thinner side, so on colder days I wear it with thin base layers underneath. Find the sweater HERE. I’m wearing size S.
Shop the Outfit:
Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Cardigan: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Jeans: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
Boots: (identical–I wear size 9)
3. Black Straight Leg Jeans
Straight leg jeans is another item that makes it so, so easy to create simple, effortlessly polished outfits. The key is to go for a pair with a stark saturated black color, not faded black. These jeans look really polished, but they’re soft and comfortable! They’re just $39.99 and will help you look stylish without breaking the bank. They come in short, medium, and long lengths HERE. I’m wearing size 6.
Shop the Outfit:
Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Cardigan: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Jeans: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
Boots: (identical–I wear size 9)
4. Flowy Printed Blouse
This blouse has a satiny feel and lots of details that add style, like buttons at the neckline, a square neckline, ruffled sleeves, and a cute print, but it’s so easy to wear! The flowy fabric gives an effortless vibe! It comes in this print and two solid colors, which you can check out HERE. I’m wearing size S.
Shop the Outfit:
Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Jeans: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
Boots: (identical–I wear size 9)
5. Closureless Cardigan
I know some of you struggle with cardigans that have buttons because they don’t always work with your tops. This cardigan doesn’t have buttons, so it’s SUPER EASY to throw on over different tops. Also, because it’s not very long or cropped, it’s just the right length to pair with a variety of pants cuts. This cardigan is only $22.49(!!) and comes in several colors. This cardigan sold out last winter but came back this season, so grab it while it’s available HERE! I’m wearing size S. You can see another time I’ve featured it on the blog in the post 6 Classic Pieces to Make Winter Outfits Look Modern.
Shop the Outfit:
Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Sweater: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Jeans: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
6. Black Pants
Black pants are a must for dressing up and for work! This pair is soft, stretchy, comfortable, and affordable! Wear these pants with the blouses I shared earlier for work or to a holiday party or NYE with a satin blazer, like I’m doing here! And, they pair easily with boots like the ones I’m wearing to keep you warmer. Find the pants HERE. I’m wearing size 6.
How awesome is this blazer, by the way? It’s smooth and satiny, and it looks so sharp and cool! I think the jewel tone is beautiful and perfect for a holiday party later this month or to ring in the new year! It comes in black, teal, and a deep magenta, HERE. I’m wearing size S.
Shop the Outfit:
V-Neck Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Blazer: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Pants: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
Boots: (identical–I wear size 9)
7. Pointed Toe Boots
Last, I’ve told you many times that pointed toe boots are SO helpful! The pointed toe and sleek silhouette polishes off work and dressy outfits EFFORTLESSLY. Seriously so, so easy. This pair comes in 7 solid colors and a snakeskin print, HERE! 🤩 I wear size 9.
Shop the Outfit:
V-Neck Blouse: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Blazer: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size S)
Pants: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 6)
Boots: c/o Kohl’s (exact–wearing size 9)
There you have it! Seven really affordable pieces that enable you to create effortlessly polished outfits. These are SUCH good pieces to have in your wardrobe so you can feel pulled together super duper easily! Grab these while they’re ON SALE with code SHOP25 for 25% off until 12/20!
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