Monthly Archives: April 2015

Embroidered

Spring Outfit Idea - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

Spring Seventies Style - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

Casul Friday at the Office Outfit - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit Idea - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

Fall Outfit Idea - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

Rocksbox Jewelry from Gorjana and House of Harlow | Lady in Violet

Casual Outfit Idea - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

Pomp and Circumstance Embroidered Blouse | Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit Idea - Embroidered Top with Flared Jeans and Wedges | Lady in Violet

| DETAILS |

POMP & CIRCUMSTANCE Embroidered Blouse, Old [LOVE THIS!] | LUCKY BRAND Lola Boot Cut,Old [SIMILAR]  | BELLE BY SIGERSON MORRISON Babita Wedge Sandal, Old [MORE WEDGES HERE] | | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | GORJANA Mika Necklace , Aldridge Drop Earrings** | HOUSE OF HARLOW Tessellation Cuff** | RAY-BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | GLO MINERALS Empress Rose | JULEP Shari

** c/o Rocksbox Jewelry Subscription (First Month Free with Code LADYINVIOLETXOXO)

Sometimes it’s all in the details!  I swoon over outfit pieces with details, whether it be lace, sequins, beading or embroidery.  I found this top last fall at local Houston boutique Pomp & Circumstance.  I loved the embroidered detailing of it.  I like that the detailing is just the right amount, you know not overdoing it, but enough to catch your eye.  I also love that it has a little movement and flow to the top.   This top and my flared jeans are a favorite for casual Friday’s at work. Even better with seventies style becoming popular again, I have an outfit ready to go! This top is not available, but I linked another one that I love from them with beautiful detailing.

Also, I have to mention my Rocksbox jewelry pieces this month!  The gold earrings and cuff bracelet were part of my box, as well as the necklace from this post.  I LOVE these earrings!  I think I wore them everyday the first week I received them!  I also really like the cuff bracelet.  One of my reviews of the bracelets I have received was about how they are all a little big.  I really feel like they listened by sending me a cuff that can be slightly sized for my smaller wrist size.  Rocksbox has agreed to extend my first month free offer, so take advantage while you can!  And look for my post in the next few weeks of my full review of the Rocksbox service and what pieces I have decided to keep.

RESTYLED & REMIXED
LUCKY BRAND LOLA JEANS: Flared Jeans
BELLE BY SIGERSON WEDGES: Time to Buy Wedges!

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Deconstructed Office Style

Office Style - Tie Neck Blouse and Skinny Work Pants | Lady in Violet

Modcloth Tie Neck Blouse, perfect for the office! | Lady in Violet

Office Oufit Idea - Tie Neck Blouse and Skinny Work Pants | Lady in Violet

Loft Black Skinny Pants for the Office | Lady in Violet

Work Outfit - Tie Neck Blouse and Skinny Work Pants | Lady in Violet

Office Style - Tie Neck Blouse and Skinny Work Pants | Lady in Violet

Work Outfit Idea - Tie Neck Blouse and Skinny Work Pants | Lady in Violet

Work Outfit Idea - Tie neck blouse and black skinny pants | Lady in Violet

Office Outfit - Tie Neck Blouse and Black Skinny Work Pants | Lady in Violet

| DETAILS |

MODCLOTH Ellison Vanilla Milk Top | LOFT Skinny Ankle Pants in Marisa Fit | ENZO ANGIOLNI Coadi Heels | GIGI NY All in One Bag | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | GORJANA Aldridge Drop Earrings** | HOUSE OF HARLOW Tessellation Cuff** | RAY-BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | GLO MINERALS Empress Rose | JULEP Shari

** c/o Rocksbox Jewelry Subscription (First Month Free with Code LADYINVIOLETXOXO)

I have a confession; I really dislike having to tuck my shirt in!  Sometimes just because it’s annoying and sometimes out of pure laziness.  While this often causes me to lean towards buying tops that do not need to be tucked in, sometimes you come across a gorgeous top like this bow top one or even just your regular button down cotton work shirts.  I am constantly trying to think of ways to wear these work tops untucked without looking unprofessional.  It is my deconstructed office style.  I think skinny work pants go a long way to helping this look not come off as frumpy.  When I am wearing my regular work pants with a slight flare to the bottom and an untucked shirt, the look has no shape.  If I wear this top with my other work pants or a skirt, I feel it needs to be tucked in to help define the waist.  Otherwise the overall look just feels not complete.  With my skinny pants though, it just feels like a more laid back office look.  I think the tapered skinny leg really helps to show off a little bit of your body shape, so you do not need the defined waist.  It is a great pant that helps you be a little lazy without looking it.

Size note on my Loft skinny pants, they definitely stretch with wear!  I think my next pair I am going to buy a little tighter than they should be so they do not look so baggy by the end of the day!

RESTYLED & REMIXED
MODCLOTH ELLISON TOP: Houndstooth
LOFT SKINNY PANTS: Statement Necklace

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Embracing White Denim

Spring Outfit Idea - White Denim and Beige Tunic | Lady in Violet

Anthropologie Top with White Denim | Lady in Violet

Vintage Floral Locket Necklace | Lady in Violet

Spring Outfit Idea - A nuetral color pallate in white, beige, and gold | Lady in Violet

Anthropologie top for casual spring look | Lady in Violet

Styling Vintage Jewelry with your current jewelry | Lady in Violet

DSTLD White Denim with Franco Sarto Wedges | Lady in Violet

Spring outfit idea for white denim | Lady in Violet

Casual Outfit Idea - White Denim, Beige Top, Wedges | Lady in Violet

| DETAILS |

ANTHROPOLOGIE Piedra Tunic | DSTLD Skinny Jeans in Creme Tencel | FRANCO SARTO Sharp Wedge Sandal | ELAINE TURNER Annabella Chevron Clutch | CHEEKY VINTAGE Floral Locket  | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings in Tiger’s Eye | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle,old [SIMILAR] | HOUSE OF HARLOW Tessellation Cuff** | RAY-BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses | JULEP Shari | GLO MINERALS Empress Rose

** c/o Rocksbox Jewelry Subscription (First Month Free with Code LADYINVIOLETXOXO)

I did it!  I bought my first pair of white denim! And now that I shot them for this post, I can wear them in real life! Truth- white pants terrify me!  The main reason I refused to wear them before taking these photos was pure fear that I would spill on them.  It is also a major reason why I have never bought a pair. And honestly, I am a still scared to wear them.  What if I sit in something?  Or spill my wine/food on them?  Or get splashed by the mud caused by our recent rain storms?  Yep, I am totally an over-worrier!  I decided a few months ago to take the plunge and find a pair of white denim to try out.  I love outfits with white denim!  They really go with every color of the rainbow.  I had already planned like a dozen outfits before I even found a pair.  It took me a while to find a pair because I wanted them to be a thicker material, have some stretch, and be under $100.  I found this pair from DSTLD which is an online only store.  Because they do not sell in stores, their prices are minus the department store price mark-up.  It is a huge perk to buying from these kind of brands.  I liked that they offered free shipping and free return shipping. They even sent me a separate bag to return them in (which I ended up needing to return my first pair).  Just a heads up, I preferred the fit of one size up.  My normal size fit just fine, but I wanted a white jean with a little more room than my normal skinny jeans.   I feel like white has a little less forgiveness, and I wouldn’t mind if they looked a little bit loose.

As soon as I found the right fit, I began the mission of finding the right top!  How pretty is this Anthropologie top??  I really like the all neutral look, and this top fit the bill perfectly!  Plus, it covers my seat area, just in case I sit in anything.  That brings me to my vintage floral locket!  I briefly mentioned this locket in my post on Wednesday.  I had buyers remorse that I did not purchase it, so I went back and I am soooo happy it was still available.  It is so gorgeous!  You can probably see why I couldn’t get it out of my head for like a week or so until I could go back and buy it. While this outfit would look awesome with a pop of color necklace, I really liked keeping my necklace in the same neutral color pallete.  Now to be brave enough to wear these pants out the door!!!  Happy Friday Ya’ll!!

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Vintage for Earth Day

Shopping for Vintage Clothes | Lady in Violet

Vintage Blue Dress for Spring Fashion | Lady in Violet

Spring Style - Blue Dress with Gold Jewelry | Lady in Violet

Blue Dress with Nude Sandals | Lady in Violet

Shopping Vintage for Earth Day | Lady in Violet

Vintage Blue Dress and Gold Jewelry | Lady in Violet

Outfit Idea - Vintage Blue Dress with Gold Jewelry | Lady in Violet

Elaine Turner Chevron Clutch | Lady in Violet

Vintage Blue Dress, perfect for Spring! | Lady in Violet

| DETAILS |

CHEEKY VINTAGE Blue Dress | ENZO ANGIOLINI Brodee Sandal | ELAINE TURNER Annabella Chevron Clutch | GORJANA Aldridge Drop Earrings**, Mia Tiered Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, old [SIMILAR] | HOUSE OF HARLOW Tessellation Cuff** | JULEP Shari | GLO MINERALS Empress Rose

** c/o Rocksbox Jewelry Subscription (First Month Free with Code LADYINVIOLETXOXO)

Happy Earth Day!  I am a big recycler! I was over the moon excited when my neighborhood started a recycling program last year.  Every week I pile plastic bottles, cardboard boxes and a wine bottle or two in my recycling bin.  I love having the opportunity to do my part to help save our planet.  My favorite form of recycling hands down is shopping vintage.  I have found some awesome vintage shops in Houston like Queen of Heirs for jewelry and most recently Cheeky Vintage for all things fashion.  I stopped by a few weeks ago for a fellow blogger buddies event and fell in love with a vintage locket that will be in Friday’s post.  I got carried away socializing with other bloggers and did not purchase it.  I couldn’t get it out of my head, so I went back about a week later in hopes it would still be there.  That is the thing about vintage shops, all items are one of a kind.  If you do not buy it this trip, it may not be there when you come back.  Luckily for me, the locket was still there!! It must have been fate! I decided to take a closer look around the store for other fun vintage finds.  I stumbled across this blue dress.   I wasn’t 100% sure about it at first, mainly because I had no idea where I would wear it.  But I loved it and kept circling back to it.  I finally decided to try it on, and I was immediately sold!  The dress is a shear layer over a blue slip.  I immediately knew I could take just the shear layer and make another fabulous outfit!  My favorite part of this dress, it is one of a kind.  I do not have to worry about walking in to an event and seeing someone else in my dress!  If you live in the Houston area and are a fan of vintage fashion, I highly recommend stopping into Cheeky Vintage!  The ladies there are amazing!!  They will let you just walk around and admire all the amazing vintage pieces which I love!  I sometimes get lost in the clothes when I shop so I definitely appreciate the opportunity to get lost in a store especially a vintage shop full of such fabulous pieces!  It is almost like a fashion museum! AND if you do go to the store, you MUST check out the sequins closet!!  I seriously want everything in there!!!!  Since this dress is vintage, I have no link to buy, but I did link the store’s website so you can peruse their vintage selection no matter where you live.  Happy Earth Day!!!

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