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All the Colors
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H&M Pink Blouse [SIMILAR] | LEITH Striped Midi Skirt | CHARLES BY CHARLES DAVID Fox Peep Toe Pump | HENRI BENDEL c/o West 57th Satchel | BAUBLEBAR Dandelion Drop Earrings | KENDRA SCOTT Elisa Necklace, Arden Bracelet | NADRI Crystal Bangle | RAYBAN Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses | IT COSMETICS CC+ Lip Serum in Love
A few weeks ago, I posted this exact look as an outfit selfie photo on Instagram. The tag read ” I mean sometimes you want to wear all the colors!” The #ootd shot quickly became one of my most liked photos, so I thought well if the people like it why not turn it into a blog post! That tag is seriously how this outfit came to be too. I started the morning really wanting to wear this skirt. I wanted a super bright stand out color to pair with it. This pink top was the perfect bright statement piece I was looking for in my closet! Next up, how to accessorize my look? When I opened my jewelry drawer, I saw these blue Baublebar earrings first and knew they would be really fun paired with the pink top. My favorite green bag was an easy choice. I love pink and teal green together!! With all the different colors I had going on, I decided to keep some of my other jewelry neutral and simple by opting for a small necklace and a couple bracelets. I also went with a nude pump to not distract from all the colors and because it helps this girl wear midi skirts without looking too short. All these colors have the same rich, bright, summer appeal working for them. I think it is what makes them work well together. They really compliment each other well while still having their standout moment. To see more of my sometimes daily outfit selfies, be sure to check out my Instagram account (@karen.rock). Like your favorites, and they just might inspire my next blog post!
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LEITH MIDI SKIRT: Striped Midi Skirt
BAUBLEBAR EARRINGS: WIW: Blogger Event
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Back to the Work Pants
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LOFT Dahlia Relaxed Blouse *ON SALE | LOFT Tech Stretch Skinny Ankle Pants | ENZO ANGIOLINI Finton Pump [FALL’S “IT” WORK SHOE] | GIGI NY All in One Bag | GORJANA Aldridge Earrings | BAUBLEBAR Gold Ladder Cuff, Astronomer Pendant Necklace [SIMILAR | SIMILAR] | RAYBAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | IT COSMETICS CC+ Lip Serum in Love
It is officially September and for many that means back to school. While I may not be going back to school or doing anything different than I did all summer, September and the fall season still makes me feel like a new work year is starting. Texas summers are so brutally hot that you can get away wearing fun summer dresses and wedges to work. September brings cooler weather and time to pull back out the work pants. I am a big fan of the Loft Skinny Work Pants! I own multiple pairs and they are in a constant rotation. Size note, they stretch so buy them just a tiny bit tighter than you might normally for work. I have a good feeling my love for them stems from my strong love of the skinny jean. Much like the skinny jean, skinny work pants can be paired with an array of top options from tunics to oversized sweaters to a tucked in look. This gorgeous floral top was a summer favorite of mine that transitions perfectly to fall by tucking it into a crisp work pant. I think this top would be perfect with both a wide and skinny work pant, but I love the slim look of a tucked in top with a skinny leg. These shoes were a hot item last fall and are no longer available, but I linked the shoe style that I am predicting will be the “it” work shoe this year. You have probably already seen a few different versions of the style. I linked an under $100 pair that I checked out in person and will probably end up buying soon. Here is to another successful work year!
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LOFT DAHLIA BLOUSE: How to Style a Colored Satchel
LOFT SKINNY PANTS: Black Lace
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Perfect Pencil Skirt
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FOXCROFT Geo Watercolor Shirt | HALOGEN Pencil Skirt in Teal Ocean | CHARLES BY CHARLES DAVID Fox Nude Pump | GIGI NY All in One Bag | KENDRA SCOTT Elle Earrings in Slate | STELLA & DOT Pavé Chevron Ring, Rebel Pendant | ESSIE Nail Color in Bahama Mama | IT COSMETICS CC+ Lip Serum in Love | RAYBAN Mirrored Aviator Sunglasses
I might have a small obsession with the Halogen Seamed Pencil Skirt. I currently have 3 different colors of this skirt – black, dark pink, and this pretty new teal blue. I love the cut and fit of these skirts. Pencil skirts can be tricky sometimes depending on how they are cut. I have definitely tried on my fair share of bad ones. I personally do not care for skirts that are brought in too tight in the lower thigh/ knee area. I think it can sometimes over accentuate the hip area and make me look odd shaped. I like my skirts to be straight from hip to knee. I think it also looks more professional. Now if this was hot date night maybe then a skirt that has a bit more fit. The material on these is great too, because they don’t really need ironing. I wash and hang dry, and they are ready to go! They really are the perfect pencil skirt!! I’m sure over the next year I will be adding a couple more colors. I really want the camel colored one. I almost always buy my pencil skirts one size up. I tend to tuck blouses into my skirt. I want to have enough space to tuck in a blouse without the line showing through on the skirt. Another sizing note on this particular skirt, I am wearing a petite size and I’m 5’3. It hits just above the knee which is a great length for work.
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Hot Child in the City
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ASTR Floral V-Neck Tank | BANANA REPUBLIC Textured Pencil Skirt, Old [SIMILAR] | G BY GUESS Ninza Pump, Old [SIMILAR] | HENRI BENDEL c/o West 57th Satchel **COLOR BACK IN STOCK** | KENDRA SCOTT c/o Rae Pendant Necklace | GORJANA Taner Pave Bar Necklace | ROCKSBOX Earrings and Bracelet c/o Subscription (First Month Free with code LADYINVIOLETXOXO) | BAUBLEBAR Gold Ladder Cuff, Pave Links Bracelet, Old [SIMILAR] | RAYBAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | ESSIE Nail Polish in Fiji | MAC Lipstick in Faux
So it’s happening, we are officially forecasted to break the 100 degree mark this weekend!! The fabulous thing about it is that I have some awesome pool time on the books for this weekend. This time of year is my least favorite time to get ready for work!! I mean can I just show up in a tank top and shorts please!! The more professional alternative – a sort of crop top and pencil skirt. This top hits just below mid-waist, so paired with a pencil skirt no skin shows. I do also toss on a camisole underneath just in case. I am always a fan of pairing a pencil skirt with flowier tops, and I love how the bounce on this one floats over the edge of the skirt!! If I am going to wear a tank type top to work, I do make sure the straps are 1-2 inches thick. The material of this one is thin, so it is perfect for hot summer work days!! I also love that I can add a coloful cardigan on top if the office is too cold.
I also have to mention that my Henri Bendel bag in Green is back in stock!! I receive so many compliments on this bag from coworkers, friends, even strangers. I think the color is way prettier in person too. If you prefer a more neutral purse, they also released this bag in a really pretty taupe color. Thanks for stopping by!!
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FLORAL TOP: Watercolors & the Crystal Blue Maxi
HENRI BENDEL BAG: How to Style a Colored Satchel
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