How to Rock the Culotte Jumpsuit Outfit IRL

April 26, 2016

Affiliate Links // Some products were sent to me courtesy of the brand and are labeled as “c/o”.

As a petite person, I get a lot of interesting advice on how to dress. I’ve been told skinny jeans make me look like a lollipop. (This is probably somewhat true, but they also make me look much taller. I’ve heard that culottes (let alone a culotte jumpsuit outfit! The horror!) are the ultimate no-no because the awkward place they land on my calf will make me look short and wide. Oh, and that maxi dresses will never be the right length. Ever. (Which is just not true. I wear them all the time.) What I’m getting at here is that I’ve received a lot of crappy advice about how to dress, despite potential well-meaning intentions. I thought today I would break all the rules, because, well, I can.

How to Rock the Culotte Jumpsuit Outfit

How to Wear Culotte Jumpsuit Outfit for Petite Women // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion & Style Blog

What I’m Wearing

Jumpsuit: Target (sold out; similar in camel under $20, similar in denim under $100, with open back under $25, halter version under $35)
Jacket: ASOS (similar)
Hat: Alchemy Safari Hat in Camel c/o Brooklyn Hat Co.
Shoes: Target (similar)
Sunglasses: Miramar Sunglasses in Black c/o Stella & Dot
Bag: Shaffer LA Greta Small Bucket Bag via The Zoe Report Spring Box of Style
Necklace: Moonstone Orbit Necklace c/o Silver + Salt
Ring: Etsy

Photography by Hilary of The Cutie Life

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Tulips & Boots

April 22, 2016

Sponsored Post: This post is in partnership with Washington Shoe Company. As part of my partnership, I was asked to co-host an event and create blog and social posts about my experience. All opinions are my own, of course!

If you follow me on Instagram, you may have recently seen a few photos from an adventure up to the Skagit Valley Tulip Fields. I was so honored to be asked to co-host the event with Washington Shoe Company, who makes rain boots under the brands Chooka and Western Chief (available at retailers like Nordstrom, Target, Fred Meyer, and Kohl’s.)

Tossing Petals at Skagit Valley Tulip Festival // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion & Style BlogPhoto by Hilary of The Cutie Life

Washington Shoe Company is celebrating 125 years being in business (right here in Seattle! Their original factory location is in the Pioneer Square neighborhood just a few blocks from where I work.) Prior to the event, I had no idea the brands under Washington Shoe Company were even local to us here in Seattle. I’d seen Chooka rain boots at Target and Nordstrom when shopping for a pair, but never realized they were manufactured just about 30 minutes from here. There’s something special about supporting local businesses and seeing their success. Washington Shoe Company sells about 3 million pairs of boots annually across the nation and globally!

How to Wear Rain Boots with a Dress // Hello Rigby Seattle Style & Fashion Blog

How to Wear Rain Boots

What I’m Wearing

Sweater: Nordstrom (similar)
Dress: Golden Tote (similar)
Boots:  Sara Lace Up Rain Boot c/o Chooka (P.S. Get a free travel mug with $40 purchase, just use code CHOOKAMUG at checkout through 4/30!)
Socks: Winter Boot Socks c/o Mo & Cho Boutique
Necklace: Purre Boutique (similar)

Photos of me by Julia of Style & Cheek
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Honest Beauty Review + Demo

April 20, 2016

Referral Links: I may receive a credit on my next order if you sign up through my link. I purchased these products myself for this Honest Beauty review. 

Several years ago, I joined the Honest Company Bundle program, and I’ve never looked at household cleaners the same. They just show up every couple of months to my door; I know that they’re going to be safe to use in our home, and I’m a happy camper. When I heard rumblings that Honest Company was going to be coming out with a cosmetics line, I was super stoked. Even though the majority of the makeup I wear is not green/natural/organic, I’m always looking for healthier options to try.

When Honest Beauty was released, I honestly didn’t see much about it. Slowly, I started seeing bloggers and vloggers picking up the line and giving a nod to certain products, so I decided to place my order. Honest Beauty offers a bundle subscription program. For $50 per bundle, you will receive three makeup or skincare products. Want more? Add items to your bundle for an additional 25% off discount.

I also had the benefit of receiving a few items in the winter Zoe Report Box of Style, so I already had an idea that the products weren’t completely awful when I placed my first bundle order. I opted to start with the trial membership first, which signs you up for a small makeup bag filled with skincare samples for the cost of shipping ($5.95). Honest Beauty has you select your skin type (oily or dry) and sends you slightly different products accordingly.

Honest Beauty Review: Skincare & Makeup // Hello Rigby Seattle Beauty & Makeup Blog

Honest Beauty Review & Demo

Once I received those items, I had about a week to cancel my bundle before it auto renewed and shipped me my first $50 bundle. I added an extra item to receive the 25% discount since I wasn’t sure how long it would be until I needed to order another bundle. (If I decide I don’t need a bundle of either Honest Beauty or Essentials, I just push out my ship date as late as possible. They send email reminders a few days before they ship your items.) So, now that you know all about The Honest Company and how it works, let’s get into the full Honest Beauty review and see if this line is worth the spend or not. (P.S. if you’re more of a visual person, you might like the demo video! Skip to it here.)

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How to Wear a Striped Dress This Spring + Giveaway

April 19, 2016

Product Sample: I received complimentary product from Orvis for this review. All opinions are my own, of course! :)

I feel like there’s something that every woman has in her closet. Maybe it’s not the same cut, color, or length, but if you don’t own it, you probably should. It’s the striped dress, and really, it’s perfect for every single body.

I remember being told many years ago by someone who thought they knew everything that stripes aren’t for short people. “They make you look wide and even shorter!” they said. I never took this to heart and have rocked stripes of all sizes for my entire life. Stripes and florals for spring may not be groundbreaking, but they are a classic that needs to be in everyone’s wardrobe. Stripes pair perfectly with florals, both big and small, dressed down with chambrays, white denim, jeans, or sneakers, or dressed up with heels. Honestly, stripes go with just about anything making it a wardrobe essential that I believe looks good on everyone.

So why all the striped dress talk? Because I found the perfect one from Orvis, an outdoor retailer who apparently also carries the softest dresses known to womankind. I’d driven by the store in Bellevue a dozen times over the years and never gave it a second glance if we’re perfectly honest. I happened to be perusing the eBates website one day when I noticed they had an offer for cashback. Being the nosy person that I am, I clicked on it and was shocked to find so many Pacific Northwest staples. Cargo jackets, raincoats, and boots of all kinds were mixed in with cute bracelets, beach totes, and swim cover-ups. If you want staples that will last for years to come, Orvis is your place. They’ve been making outdoor gear for over 150 years, so you know there’s something to it.

How to Wear a Striped Dress this Spring

While I truly believe you can wear this boatneck striped dress just about anywhere and however your heart desires, I thought I’d provide three different occasions and styling suggestions. I always find it useful to create at least three different looks with one piece before I add it to my wardrobe. It’s prevented a lot of impulse purchases, but I’ve also been able to add a lot of style staples to my closet that way!

For running errands

How to Wear a Striped Dress with Skirt // Hello Rigby Seattle Fashion & Style Blog

What I’m Wearing

Dress (worn as top): Striped Perfect Tee Boatneck Dress c/o Orvis
Skirt: Chelsea28 (similar)
Sandals: Mossimo (similar)
Hat: Fred Meyer (similar)
Clutch: Colorblock Fiji Pouch c/o Orvis

While a dress can definitely be worn just like that, it can also be converted to a top when paired with a skirt. This is one of my favorite style tricks for getting even more mileage out of the dresses in my wardrobe! I love the way this white skirt breaks up the stripes and adds such a feminine flair to this piece. I paired the skirt and dress combo with my favorite caged sandals as well as this adorable striped clutch. I love how the clutch provides enough contrast to the size of the stripes yet still goes with the outfit. Simple jewelry finished the look, because I don’t know about you, but a ton of jewelry when I’m wearing patterns just isn’t my thing.

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Spring Skincare Routine

April 18, 2016

Sponsored Post: I was selected to try and honestly review Paula’s Choice through Pretty in My Pocket. All opinions are my own, of course!

Paula’s Choice Skincare is nothing new to me. I first heard about Paula’s Choice a few years ago after stumbling across Beautypedia. I was deep in the obsession of cleaning up my beauty routine and was chucking lipsticks with any nefarious sounding ingredient left and right. I’ve since lightened my stance on what makes the cut or not, but Paula’s Choice Skincare (and makeup; their foundation is great too!) has always had good ingredients and really worked.

Many of you know my skin struggles. Not long after starting my blog, my skin reverted to a second puberty and I had terrible cystic acne along my jaw and upper neck area. I felt bad about myself. I didn’t enjoy looking in the mirror and makeup became a crutch and was no longer fun. It even affected the way I dressed; I started to wear high necklines and scarves to hide the deep rooted acne. It hurt my self-esteem and I wasn’t a very nice person to those around me because I was feeling low.

Paula's Choice Review: Dry Combination Spring Skincare Routine // Hello Rigby Seattle Beauty & Skincare Blog

Paula’s Choice Review: Spring Skincare Routine

I honestly don’t know what turned my skin around other than being kinder to it. I had thrown a number of lotions and potions in an effort to dry up the acne, but it only left my skin even angrier. I then started moisturizing more and caring for my skin as if it were dry (which it was) and the oil production slowed and I’ve since only battled one monthly crater. (Hormone problems, am I right?!)

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