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Saturday, June 20, 2015

7 Days of Outfits!

At last, my outfit round-up for the week! 7 days of work and casual attire. A lot of these outfits are older and from last season, so I will try to my best to post similar styles.

My first outfit is from one my favorite spring/summer designer; Yumi Kim. You can buy some her items in department stores and local boutiques. This dress is from last season, but I love florals and tan mixed together. It looks very country/western and matches so well. The sandals were the biggest steal ever! $25 Kate Spade Saturday cognac heels. Got them from TJ Maxx.. I assume they were liquidation leftovers.

Purse Rebecca Minkoff: Mini MAC Crossbody (on sale!)

Sandals Kate Spade Saturday: Cognac Sandals (similar)

Dress Yumi Kim: Floral Dress (similar)

Rings Forever 21: Statement Cocktail Rings

Lipstick Chanel: Le Rouge Pirate

Belt H&M: Tan Belt (similar)

I mix coral and navy on the reg. These pants are super old and show up during the fall and winter months on J Crew Factory. I would keep searching to see when they pop up. Meanwhile, I linked a similar pair (more orange) but would look equally as nice!

Flats Marc by Marc Jacobs: Tan Flats (similar)

Tank Banana Republic: Navy Chiffon (similar)

Necklace Kendra Scott: Rayne Necklace

Pants J Crew Factory: Winnie Pants (similar)

Cardigan J Crew Factory: Navy Sweater

More drapey pants appearances! These olive ones look awesome with leopard and black sandals. It's dramatic with the pattern, but a great outfit to wear to work or to convert it into a night time outfit.

Shirt Express: Portofino Leopard Shirt

Pants Banana Republic: Drapey Pants

Sandals Nine West: Meant to Be

I really wish I could find this long cardigan again. I bought it 4 years ago from Ann Taylor in about three different colors. They are so soft and comfortable. I linked a similar long cardigan, but the color is a tad darker. Most of the rest of the pieces are sold out, but this outfit can be recreated to be pretty similar!

Dress Banana Republic: Black Sloan Dress (similar)

Necklace J Crew Factory: Crystal Pendant

Cardigan Ann Taylor: Blue Cardigan (similar)

Wedges Tory Burch: Sally Wedge

I bought these shorts yesterday for Ivy & Leo at downtown (uptown) Charlotte. I can't really link it, but I recommend calling the Ivy & Leo's around you or the one in Charlotte to see if they have these shorts available. It's a pull on and incredibly comfortable! I love pattern mixing, so this is another example on where you don't have to thoroughly think it through. Just mix the colors and the patterns will follow.

Purse Rebecca Minkoff: Mini MAC Crossbody (on sale!)

Shoes Vince Camuto: Camel Gladiator Heels (similar)

Shirt LOFT: Striped Blouse (similar)

Necklace LOFT: Necklace (similar)

Shorts Ivy & Leo: Navy Shorts (call in store)

Love black and pink! This top came in the mail earlier this week and has already been sold out. So strange! (UPDATE: FOUND IT!) The pink skirt is also from last season, but Zara always has similar items. I think I bought this one on sale for about $20.

Skirt ZARA: Pink Mini Skirt (similar)

Shirt J Crew Factory: Striped Blouse

Cardigan J Crew Factory: Black Sweater

Necklace J Crew: Statement Necklace (similar)

Pumps LK Bennett: Shilo Pumps (similar)

More pattern mixing! Stripes and Floral! J Crew Factory has great floral shorts. These are from a year ago, but similar floral prints are available everywhere. If you are new to mixing patterns, I recommend mix patterns with stripes. Great combination and looks amazing all the time.

Purse Rebecca Minkoff: Mini MAC Crossbody (on sale!)

Shorts J Crew Factory: Floral Shorts (similar)

Tank J Crew: Navy Drapey Tank (similar)

Sandals Tory Burch: Effie Sandal (similar)

Thursday, May 7, 2015

Floral Power!

Is anyone else as ready for the weekend as I am? One more day!!

Today's look highlights how floral print can be work appropriate! It's my favorite to wear during the spring and summer months (gingham is a close second!) A great trend is mixing floral prints together. However, since I work in the world of conservative accounting, I pair my floral with a neutral color.

This skirt is actually from LOFT and quickly getting purchased with all their recent sales. I wore my outfit with a blazer, but you can pair it with a cardigan or nothing at all! It's about 80 degrees in Charlotte, and I will tell you one thing.... that blazer gets super hot! For a "going out" look, pair this outfit with a leather jacket, ankle strap sandals and/or caged booties.

Skirt LOFT: Petite Paradise Skirt (40% off!)

Tank Ann Taylor LOFT: Petite Rib Tank

Blazer Express: Black Blazer

Shoes LK Bennett: Shilo Pumps (similar)

Necklace J Crew Factory: Black Jeweled Necklace

I ended up wearing a boyfriend fitted blazer (much more looser) than the Express one. Felt a little lazy and paired it with my Sally Wedges from Tory Burch. Gives it a relaxed look, but still work appropriate. The heel height on the Sally's are perfect! I own them in tan too.

Also decided to wear my Kendra Scott Rayne Necklace. I have it white and pink now, and it is so versatile. If you have been reading trends, the delicate necklaces and statement pendants are making a comeback!

Necklace Kendra Scott: Rayne Necklace

Blazer Zara: Boyfriend Blazer

Shoes Tory Burch: Sally Wedge

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Business Attire - with a pop of color!

I am sure you have all noticed how most of my outfits these days are work appropriate. The next two outfits pictured is a perfect example of how a pop of color can go a long way. Being "office professional" doesn't mean black suit and white button down anymore. It's springtime and I love the fact that I can incorporate color into my work wardrobe.

I love colorful pants. The Banana Republic Sloan Pants are my absolute go-to (the winnie/minnie J Crew pants are a close second). They are so comfortable, but look so sleek! I have sung their praises when writing previous blog posts, so I won't bore you all with the details. These purple pants are still available on the site. There are always sales at Banana Republic, so don't feel obligated to buy these full price.

I wear a Petite 00, to get the perfect fit. If you are petite, tall, regular, this pair of slacks are for you!

Pants Banana Republic: Sloan Pants

Shoes Nine West: Flax Pumps (similar)

Blazer J Crew Factory: Camel Blazer

Necklace Tory Burch: Multistrand Necklace

Blouse LOFT: Trim Rib Tank ($25!!)

My other outfit is more professional. Great for an interview when you have to be slightly conservative. The green top is an old silk blouse from Ann Taylor, and looks so classy with the black suit. Wearing a delicate gold/silver chain and studs are recommended to keep the look clean.

During a professional interview, I don't recommend wearing prints. It's just too loud and may distract interviewers. Stick with solid colors. Jeweled tones and/or pastels look great with a suit. I prefer to wear a black suit during interviews, but navy and grey are also appropriate.