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Work Wear: Navy Lace Blouse




Happy Friday!! I am so ready for this long 3 Day Weekend! I have so much to do before I leave for New York Fashion Week on Wednesday. It’s my first year going, and I’m so excited for the shows and parties I am scheduled to attend. Don’t worry I will be sharing pics here when I get back!
For all my southern gals, I have the perfect work wear outfit for our warm fall weather! I picked up this navy lace blouse during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s a super lightweight semi sheer crinkle fabric which gives it some breathability. I wear a black cami with it since it’s semi-sheer, but it doesn’t make it too hot. I am a huge fan of navy and gray together, so I have been pairing this top with all my gray bottoms from jeans to skirts to my favorite ankle work pants. The style of this top makes it easily styled for both work and weekends.
I hope ya’ll have a fabulous Labor Day Weekend! If you are in a shopping mood, don’t forget about all the Labor Day Sales going on the next few days!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Navy Lace Blouse | Gray Ankle Pants | Black Patent Heels | Tory Burch Tote (old) | Elle Earrings | Silver Cuff Bracelet | Similar White Bangle | Silver Bangle | Nails: Essie Bahama Mama
Photography By: Banavenue Photography




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Workwear: Red Floral Blouse





Happy Friday the 13th!! I find some people think this is a good luck day and others think it’s a bad luck day. I have decided to wait until the end of the day to decide. 😉 I know it’s going to be a busy one at work which is fine with me because it will make the day go by so fast, and then Hello Weekend!
My favorite new work pants and I are back with another work outfit for you. I love these Topshop tops for the office. You can find it in both solids and prints. The red, white, and black floral one really caught my eye. It’s a print that will work across all seasons, so you can get lots of wear out of it. I love the tie waist look to add a little definition to the waist. The loose breezy fit makes this top pair perfectly with skinny pants and pencil skirts. You can take this top to weekend by adding in skinny jeans.
The top does have a slit in the front and back. I’m wearing a black camisole with this one to make it more work appropriate. Also, it’s Topshop, so you will need to size up. I’m wearing a US6.
I hope you all have a great weekend ahead! If you are in the mood for a little sale shopping, Shopbop is having their big sale of the year! You can save 20% off or 25% if you spend over $500. I’m planning to check out their jeans because I need a new pair, and probably the shoes because well you can never have too many shoes. Thanks for stopping by ya’ll!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Red Floral Blouse | Black Ankle Pants | Black Heels | Love Crossbody Bag | c/o White Ball Earrings | Similar Gold Bangle | Nails: Essie Blanc




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My New Black Work Pants





Hello ladies!! I’m sharing a simple and chic work outfit idea for you today, and it features my new black work pants! I have always been a huge fan of Loft for all my work pant needs, but the last pair I purchased was a little lacking in the quality department. The back seam split down the length of my leg on both sides. It’s the first time this has happened and everything else I buy is great quality, so I feel like I just got a bad pair. It did however make me a little nervous to buy another pair from them with a back of the leg seam.
I decided to venture out and look for a new brand of work pants. Since I’m petite (5’3), I really wanted to find a place that sold petite pants, so I wouldn’t need alterations. My sister did a little leg work for me trying out J.Crew and Banana Republic. Her winner was the Banana Republic Sloan pants. Since I knew Banana had a great petite section, I checked them out first and fell in love too. These pants have minimal stretching throughout the day, and so far the quality has been top notch. I love that the length hits perfectly at the ankle.
I only bought one pair to give them a little test run, and I am ready to declare these my favorite new work pants. Next time I see one of the 40 or 50% off sales at Banana Republic, I plan to buy a couple more pairs in black and another fun color or two.
Thanks for stopping by today. Don’t forget to join in on the Style File Link Up fun, and have a wonderful week!
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Black Wrap Top | Black Work Pants | Black Heels | Parker Tote | c/o Red Earrings | Similar Gold Bangle | Gorjana Necklace | Nails: Essie Blanc




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Little Black Work Dress & Link Up





Hello Ladies! Happy Thanksgiving Week and Black Friday Sales week too! Who all is lucky enough to be off all week?? I’m working Monday – Wednesday, and then have 4 days of relaxation and sale shopping. I’m going to be sharing a big list of sales and sale finds on Friday. Starting Wednesday, I’m going to do something a little different this year and share sale finds in Instagram Stories. If you want to follow along, just give me a follow at @karen.rock and keep your eyes out for those stories in your feed.
This little black work dress has been months in the making for a blog post. I first found it in September, but it was backordered until October. I checked back a few weeks later and that backorder was now November. While scrolling through my wish list about a week ago, I realized it was finally BACK IN STOCK!!
I own another shift dress by this brand, and it so comfy and requires little to no ironing. This dress seems like it’s going to be that same easy dress, probably why it’s always on backorder. The key detail on this dress is the tie at the waist. It’s the perfect way to add a little shape to a basic shift dress. You can tie it in front or back depending on your preference. It’s like having two different black dresses. If you back tie it, I would consider a long pendant necklace to change up the look.
Also, I have to dish on my new gray tote bag. Another item I have had my eye on for awhile. I went back and forth on this because of the size. I needed a nice bag to carry my laptop in on work days. A tote bag big enough to hold my 13″ computer was bigger than I was used to, so I did a trial run with my reversible tote for a little over a month. After a few days the bigger size didn’t bother me at all, and the best part of the story. By the time I decided, this little gray cutie was ON SALE for about 30% off! Also, if you love the style but wish it was a bit smaller, it comes in a small version too!
It’s a gray with a really slight tan undertone depending on the lighting. I would call it a gray taupe color. I’m excited to have a nice, professional looking purse to carry my computer in for when I’m popping into meetings or events after work. If you love this color, I would act fast. Since it’s already on clearance, once it sells out it’s gone.
Alright ya’ll, don’t forget to link up your latest outfit post in the Style File Link Up today. Thanks for stopping by, and I will see you back here on Friday for some sale shopping and a fabulously cozy outfit too.
| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Black Shift Dress | Black Heels | Gray Satchel | c/o Burgundy Beaded Necklace | Similar Bangle | Ladder Cuff | Gold Stud Earrings | Nails: Butter London Earl Gray




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