It was a cold and rainy Sunday… but actually. I was so worried that my planned photo shoot would be ruined by the sprinkling rain. Scott and I toughed it out, went downtown at 12 noon and went to work! Despite the elements, these pictures came out amazing and the grey tone of the skies and background match my outfit perfectly.
For this shoot I paired my Down East Basics button down with some high waisted waxy jeans and a faux leather jacket. The entire time while shooting, my body wasn’t cold because my DownEast Basics top kept me incredibly warm. I love how versatile this piece is. Last weekend I wore it horseback riding and today I’m styling it in a photo shoot. I can also use it as “comfy clothes” while chilling at home, or even wear it to work. Needless to say, this piece is a favorite of mine this season!
Grey is a very easy color to style and it always looks incredibly chic. I love how many shades of grey there are (I’m trying SO hard not to make a 50 Shades reference…) and if you notice in my outfit, my top, boots and jacket are all a variety of grey colors. Styling extremely similar shades of colors is so easy because it really brings the look together. You don’t want to look like you blindly spun a color wheel while styling yourself, but you also don’t want to be drowned out in the same color. Ever wonder why grey is so perfect to style? That’s because it looks incredible with white and black – two of the easiest colors to style. With a pair of black pants and a white and black bag, these neutral colors tied the outfit together perfectly.
Tell me in the comments below, do you like to wear grey or does it dampen your style?
Jacket: BB Dakota (similar here, here, here – all under $100!), Jeans: Cheap Monday, Top: DownEast Basics, Boots: Boutique 9 (similar here, here), Purse: BCBG (similar here, here) Rings: Gorjana
Thank you DownEast Basics for Sponsoring this post!
Roselyn
December 5, 2016I love how you styled the gray! I love wearing gray with black distressed denim or all grey with pops of yellow! xo, Roselyn
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tayloraube
December 6, 2016Yes! Such a cute idea
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December 5, 2016love grey … love your top … looks soft and comfy
tayloraube
December 6, 2016It really is comfy!! And it would look great on anyone
Kristine
December 6, 2016I love that jacket. The outfit looks very comfortable and effortless.
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tayloraube
December 6, 2016You are so sweet! Thanks so much
Diana
December 6, 2016Love the blouse, the boots, the jacket, your hair. ! You always make your outfits look so easy and put together and beautiful.
No both of you, get off that ledge, you are scaring me.
tayloraube
December 7, 2016Hahah! Trust me, Scott and I were both a little scared. But we got the shot!
Susan Daley
December 6, 2016Great outfit, love the sitting on the wall picture!
tayloraube
December 7, 2016Thank you! I’m afraid of heights so it was a little challenging, but I’ll do anything for the shot ahha
Ana
December 7, 2016Gorgeous outfit and photos! I love the contrast of your hair in the pictures!
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you! My hair is so vibrant right now, so glad I went back to my natural color
Ruthie
December 7, 2016Where do I even begin?! I absolutely love this outfit head to toe! That jacket is a must-have as well as those boots! You styled this outfit to perfection and I’m obsessed with your hair babe!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you so much Ruthie, you’re the best!
Laura @ Walking in Memphis in High Heels
December 7, 2016Gray has been one of my favorite colors to wear this year. I love all your neutrals, especially that jacket!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you Laura, it really is a great color to style!
April
December 7, 2016You definitely know how to style gray! I love every element of your outfit! That jacket is to die for and your red hair really stands out! You look beautiful!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016April you are so sweet, thank you
Nataly
December 7, 2016Grey is my go-to! You styled this look perfectly!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016It’s becoming mine as well. Thank you so much!
Courtney Bentley
December 7, 2016This outfit is so beautiful and your pictures are always stunning! I love how casual yet chic this outfit is! Taking some inspo for sure for my next shopping trip
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thanks Courtney! Every girl needs a reliable button down and leather jacket in her life! Happy shopping
Rosie
December 7, 2016I love how you styled this whole look. Grey is one of my fave colors to work with.
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016It’s just so easy and versatile. It also looks great with all different colors.
Jessica
December 7, 2016I live in different shades of grey! Love how you put this outfit together. It is so edgy!
xo Jessica
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016I’ve got my eye on a thick grey sweater for the cold winter, can’t wait to wear it!
Aly
December 7, 2016WOW- you seriously look amazing! Grey is definitely working for you girlie! XOXO, Aly
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you so much Aly! It was such a fun shoot
Nicole Fuentes
December 7, 2016I hear ya girl, It’s been cold and rainy in Austin and as much as I love it photographing sucks! You, on the other hand, look just fab.
xx, Nicole
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thankfully sunshine is in the forecast this weekend
Amanda | The Golden Girl Diary
December 7, 2016You styled this PERFECTLY! The details are absolutely gorgeous. And um, hello!? YOUR HAIR IS GOALS.
xo, Amanda | http://www.thegoldengirldiary.com
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thanks Amanda, I am not great with hair so I styled this one differently, I’m glad you like it
Morgan Klein
December 7, 2016You styled the grey perfectly ! I love your entire outfit !!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016You’re so kind Morgan, thank you
Anna
December 7, 2016Love the monochromatic look and how the greys look against your red hair!! Xo ~Anna http://www.pepperedinstyle.com
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thanks Anna! My hair definitely POPS in this pictures haha!
Liz
December 7, 2016You look amazing! Grey is my favorite for a monochrome outfit.
Liz
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you Liz, monochrome outfits are so easy to mix and match!
Nina
December 7, 2016Love this monochromatic look – and I’m obsessed with those boots!
xx Nina
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you so much Nina, you’re the best!
Shannon
December 7, 2016Grey looks phenomenal on you, especially with that hair! I love the shoes, as well. I love how you can dress it up or dress it down & love that you brought the blouse out for horseback riding. Versatility is key. Grey is probably one of my absolute favourite colours to wear – with all the different shades, the options are endless…. not to mention it’s hella chic! x Shannon
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thanks Shannon! This is such a sweet comment I love versatile pieces and DownEast has some of the BEST pieces that will fit many different needs in your life!
Lauren
December 7, 2016Gray is always a favorite of mine! I’ve been wearing it constantly lately!
By Lauren M
tayloraube
December 8, 2016I bet it looks so fabulous on you!
Carina
December 7, 2016Gorgeous pictures, I love grey and it looks awesome on you.
xo
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you Carina, it’s not a color I normally wear but blogging has brought me to try new trends and styles!
Jessica
December 8, 2016Hi Taylor, I love how you styled grey here! Classic and chic outfits for everyday life
~Jessica | http://www.petitestylescript.com/
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thanks Jessica!
Sam
December 8, 2016Love the gray tones!This color looks fab on you and I love that leather jacket too!
xx Sam |The Heart of the House
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thanks so much! This jacket is def one of my favorites
Ashley
December 8, 2016This outfit is SO cute! I love the shades of grey and adore how you accessorized! You have the prettiest hair, girl!
xo Ashley
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you Ashley! I used my Amika hair straightener to get these curls, stay tuned for a post on what products I used
Amanda Maxwell
December 8, 2016Great look! We are totally hair twins! Ha.
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Yay! I love red heads and strawberry blondes
Teresa
December 8, 2016I love everything about this look! Especially the bag and shoes. So cute!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016Teresa you are so sweet, thank you!
Steph
December 8, 2016You look stunning! Loving this outfit!
xO – Steph
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tayloraube
December 8, 2016Thank you so much Steph!
Debbie
December 8, 2016You look absolutely stunning!!! I love your hair color so much! I asked my husband if he had any red-hair genes in his family because I wanted red-headed kids! Ha ha! I am loving your look! Grey is a color I would not normally gravitate too! I think with my dark skin tone it would look blah, blah — but on you HONEY – you SHINE!
xo Debbie | http://www.tothineownstylebetrue.com
P.S. I love Down East!!!
tayloraube
December 8, 2016I think it’s because I’m so pale and my hair is so vibrant it looks good on me! It’s funny what colors suit people and what colors dno’t. Thanks so much for your sweet comment
Tiffani at Breton Bay
December 8, 2016So i m completely OBSESSED with the grey leather jacket!! The amount of things it would go SO WELL with is endless ???????? And you sitting on that wall is HOTTTTT ????????????
xoxo
Tiffani
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tayloraube
December 9, 2016Not going to lie, my entire butt got soaked and was cold for the rest of the shoot haha, the entire garage was so wet! You can’t really tell in the pictures though! Thanks so much Tiffani.
Maggie
December 8, 2016Everything about this is seriously chic!! I love all grey outfits!
http://www.maggiealamode.com
tayloraube
December 9, 2016Thank you Maggie, you’re the best!
Rina
December 9, 2016I have been loving greys lately. They’re so moody and chic!
xoxo Rina
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tayloraube
December 9, 2016Agreed! And I know we all have some killer grey pieces in our wardrobes. Time to bust them out!
Kristina
December 9, 2016You’re rocking this monochrome look- not to mention your hair adds a gorgeous pop of color!
xo, Kristina
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Kait Elizabeth
December 12, 2016Just looking at you sitting on the edge of that building makes me scared. I couldn’t do it! The shot is so amazing though! Loving the monochrome look- and you look beautiful as always love. Hugs, Kait
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tayloraube
December 12, 2016Trust me, I was scared too! I hate heights haha
Nikki
December 22, 2016Such a great look! Love the all grey pieces, but that jacket is my fave!
xx,
Nikki
thenikkistandard.com
Gracyn
May 17, 2017Perfect shots! Thanks for your post!