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A Work Style Classic
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BANANA REPUBLIC Fitted Non-Iron Sateen Shirt | BANANA REPUBLIC Tonal Texture Pencil Skirt | KELSI DAGGER Black Leather Platform Pumps, old [SIMILAR] | ELAINE TURNER Drew Leather Clutch | BAUBLE BAR Chainmaille Bib | KENDRA SCOTT Tima Stud Earrings | ESSIE Bahama Mama | URBAN DECAY PULP FICTION Revolution Lipstick in Mrs. Mia Wallace
It’s a classic work look, button down top and a pencil skirt. Of course, I added a giant statement necklace to glam it up a bit. I love these little “secret textures” (as I like to call ithem) on pants and skirts. I call it secret because from a distance this looks like just a normal black skirt, but then when you get up close you see the amazing texture detailing. It’s kind of like getting two outfits in one day. When I wear a textured bottom, I usually stick to a solid top. I consider the texture like a print, so I want to keep my blouse a solid color and not have a competing print top. I like adding this statement necklace to help take this everyday work outfit up a notch. I think a statement necklace is a great way to add a little something extra to any outfit. When I first ordered the necklace, I was worried it would be heavy. The first time I put it on, I was a bit taken back since it was not heavy at all! It does have a little weight, but it is nothing you can not wear all day. I have worn this necklace to work with this outfit, touring the Napa wineries in a maxi dress, and brunching with friends in a t-shirt. It is a great necklace to really help transform an outfit.
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Holiday Gift Guide for Her
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BCBGMAXAZRIA Kensington Asymmetric Envelope Clutch | TORY BURCH ‘Eloise 2’ Ballet Flat | KENDRA SCOTT Elle Drop Earrings | BAUBLEBAR Slim Enamel Initial Bangle | DIPTYQUE Scented Candle | STELLA & DOT Elephant Pouf | KENDRA SCOTT Jewelry Organizer | MICHAEL KORS Stainless Steel Runway Chronograph Watch | KATE SPADE Cedar Street Dot Wallet
I cannot believe Christmas is just around the corner! I need to get started on my shopping like yesterday. I know I’m probably a little behind compared to some people. Over the next few weeks, I will be dedicating one post a week to great holiday gift ideas! First up today, gifts for her. When putting this list together, I thought what I would buy my sister, my best friend or my aunt. I personally own this exact elephant pouf and love it. Stella & Dot has different fabric designs to fit every personality. I have a small obsession with elephants, so when I saw this print I gravitated to it immediately! I also have several pairs of Kendra Scott Elle earrings and love the lightweight feel of them. They also come in an array of colors to suit everyone. I am not a big watch wearer, but I have loved the color combo of this Michael Kors one for quite some time. I also have several friends who love Michael Kors watches so much they own multiple. I always think you know something is good, when someone buys more than one. Who will you be shopping for this season and what gift guides would you like to see on the blog? Let me know in the comments below.
A Winter Staple Dress
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LOFT Cable Sweater Dress | LEITH Infinity Scarf | NINE WEST Leather Booties, old [SIMILAR |LOVE THESE] | MARC BY MARC JACOBS Preppy Leather Hobo, old [SIMILAR | SIMILAR] | KENDRA SCOTT Tima Stud Earrings | H&M Silver Bangles | NADRI Crystal Bangle | ESSIE Bahama Mama | MAC Lipstick ‘Faux’
I love a good throw on and go dress, and sweater dresses are the perfect throw on and go. For a dress to fall in this category for me, it has to meet one big requirement, NO IRONING! Sweater dresses definitely meet this requirement, and they look great with booties, boots, flats, and pumps. When it gets colder, I love throwing on some tights or leggings and wearing tall riding boots with them. You can just as easily dress them up or down depending on your shoes or how you accessorize. Oh the possibilities seem endless! I like that this dress is a simple dark gray color, because it gives me lots of options when changing the accessories to create a new look. Just changing to a different colored scarf, or no scarf with a long silver pendant necklace can give me a whole new look. If you have read past posts then you know, the more wears and looks I can get out of something the happier it makes me! Thanks for stopping by and Happy Veteran’s Day!
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Layering for Fall
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BANANA REPUBLIC V-Neck Pullover | ZARA Checked Shirt [SIMILAR] | LOFT Moto Skinny Pants in Julie Fit | ENZO ANGIOLINI Coadi Pumps | ELAINE TURNER Drew Leather Clutch | GORJANA Mia Tiered Necklace, Mika Necklace, Taner Pave Bar, Chloe Large Studs | BAUBLE BAR Slim Hinge Bangle, old [SIMILAR] | ESSIE Bahama Mama | STILA Lipstick ‘Fiery’
The Arctic Outbreak is coming! I love the names they give cold fronts these days. It’s time to start layering up this week! One of my favorite layering combos for work is a button down shirt under a sweater. I tend to layer a print button down under a solid color sweater. I like using this black and white check top as my bottom layer, because I can use it under an array of colors throughout the season. I just recently purchased these skinny leg work pants, and I am in love! Black skinny jeans are one of my favorite things to wear, so black skinny work pants seemed like such an obvious purchase that I can’t believe I had not made it yet. These have diagonal zipper pockets at the hips, so they feel a little trendier than your average work pants. Don’t be surprised if these pants pop up again in upcoming posts! I am also loving these shoes. They have become one of my go to shoes with skinny pants. I love the way the cross-strap hits just perfectly at the bottom of the pants. They are also really comfortable! When I first tried them on in store, I was worried about the back of the shoe rubbing my heel. I haven’t had any problems with this, and these are quickly turning into one of my most comfortable pairs of black work pumps! Thanks for stopping by and Happy Monday!
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