Purchases & Acquisitions: July 2012

Last month while I was running around like a chicken without a head I was also able to get some shopping done... Yeah, that sounded weird to me too especially given my ability to avoid shopping. My main motivator was a gift certificate from eShakti.com that was burning a proverbial hole in my inbox and was about to expire. It would have been a shame to let that happen if there was something in their collection that I liked.

After searching my options and hemming/hawing over how much I was willing to pay out of my own pocket I picked this shirt. After everything it came out to $23.96. I think it's going to be perfect for the rest of summer and fall. To be really honest, I'll probably just rock it all year long because that is how I am despite "seasonal limitations" and then it will be worth it even more.

Bella Swan Blouson - eshakti.com

In addition, while out shopping at Target for a various gifts I was drawn into the shoe department by the siren song of some stylin' ballet flats. Even since I wore my old purple ballet flats to death I have been on the search for a replacement pair that wasn't going to break that bank. When I saw these I immediately tried them on and they were a good fit, So much so, that I picked up another pair of the Merona Madge Ballet Flat in Orange. If they had had the mustard yellow color in the store I might have picked those up as well.

Merona Madge Ballet Flat - Target

I did also notice these cute navy blue ballet flats and since they were a good fit as well I threw them on the pile. I really can't go wrong with ballet flats in my office and having different colors gives me the opportunity to spice things up a little. I'm sure navy and purple ballet flats will go over swimmingly, I'm not so sure about the orange ones but, I am willing to give it a try. Ballet flats are also a great way for me to transition back to "real shoes" after getting used to peep toes. Sigh... I wish summer was longer but, I digress.

Mossimo Ona Ballet Flat - Target

Going shoe crazy might have broken the bank if it wasn't for that fab Target gift card my parent's gave me for my birthday last year that keeps coming to the rescue. Seriously: Best. Gift. Ever.

June 3, 2011: These Foolish Games

I am taking all sorts of fashion risks today! First of all just look at those sandals, I am asking for trouble.. or maybe not since no one really said anything to me yesterday about what I was wearing. I am totally bringing a pair of pack up shoes today.

Other than that my outfit seems normal right? Perhaps even totally stylin' and Tory Burch inspired? I'll feel your resounding "Yes!" and you would be mistaken. It is totally stylin' and definitely Tory Burch inspired but, not completely normal. Don't tell anyone but, this fab dress is a sleepshirt from Target. I know my secret is safe with you but, now you can see how I'm really pushing the envelope... What is the most shocking thing you've ever worn out in public?

• Top: navy and white patterned "dress", Gilligan & O'Malley via Target
• Shoes & Accessories: silver gladiator sandals, Isaac Mizrahi for Target; silver knotted necklace, Christmas gift from my dear friend; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; cream woven tote, Loeffler Randall for Target

What To Wear To An Interview

So, as I mentioned before I did a little looking before I landed this job and while I was going through all that I decided to catalog my interview outfits. I figured it would be a good lesson for anyone who isn't sure what to wear when that big day comes.

In November I had an interview with another non-profit the same day as a job fair. I just swapped the cardigan I was wearing for a the suit jacket and it was a done deal. That day I was just happy I wasn't expected back in the office... In the end it wasn't the job for me (we were both on the same page about that) but, at least I got a little interview practice.

• Top: ivory shirt with crochet embellishment, LOFT; black pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via SYMS
• Bottom: black pinstripe suit skirt, Calvin Klein via SYMS
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Steve Madden; pearl earrings, gift from Mom; black spy bag, Fendi (not pictured)

My next interview was about two weeks ago. Like I said before, things took a turn for the serious! I didn't want to wear the same old suit that I wear for every occasion that calls for a suit (see above) so I reached into my closet to find something different. This was one of the few moments where I was grateful for my past shopping transgressions! Years ago I had purchased this Isaac Mizrahi suit from Target on SUPER clearance (like less than $20 SUPER) and had never utilized it fully. My mom took in the skirt but, I never had a need for the jacket until now... I think it was a total winner!

• Top: yellow ruffle collar shirt, LOFT; gray wool blazer, Isaac Mizrahi for Target
• Bottom: gray wool pencil skirt, Isaac Mizrahi for Target/hemmed by Mom
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Steve Madden; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; dusty mauve butterfly tote, GAP (not pictured)

My second interview for my new job occurred on the same day that NYC was hit with 19 inches of snow. Thanks snow! I think this suit was the one thing that went right because I didn't worry at all about the cold or wetness just how I was going to make it there on time... thankfully I got a very early start and BF was home to help dig the car out and I drove since the bulk of NYC's public transportation was shut down/delayed/who knew.

• Top: orange dolman sleeve top, Xhiliration for Target; navy pinstripe blazer, Tahari via Loehmanns
• Bottom: navy pinstripe pants, Tahari via Loehmanns
• Shoes & Accessories: black Madison Heights Tall Boots, Timberland via Zappos; pearl earrings, gift from mom; dusty mauve butterfly tote, GAP (not pictured)

To sum it all up, here are some thing that I now know undoubtedly to be true about what to wear when interviewing:

• You cannot go wrong with a suit, ever.
• That being said, it doesn't have to be an expensive suit just a well made one.
• When it comes to accessories: the simpler the better.
• Boots are OK when there are almost two feet of snow on the ground.
• A solid bright color top really makes you shine.

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Guest Post: No Guilt Fashion - Dressing For The Holidays

One of the fun things about the Fashion Beauty Friend Friday group, besides all the cool discussions and questions, is the blog exchange that is going on today among the members. I am excited to participate and see what everyone comes up with! I am also extremely pleased to have Danie from No Guilt Fashion share one of her holiday outfits with everyone. I'll be over on her blog talking about the same so please take a look. Enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend!

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I'm Danie from No Guilt Fashion. I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to get to guest post for the lovely Iris. I know she has some wonderful readers, and I hope you take a second to come over to my blog so I can get to know you too.

What I want to show you today, is what I will be wearing for one of my holiday parties. Hope to inspire you as you dress for the season. I don't usually get invited to big, flashy holiday parties, so I'm keeping the look simple yet fun. I picked a dark red dress, and paired it with some fun tights. One trend I'm really liking this year is patterned tights. I chose simple accessories and shoes, because, the tights can speak for them self. 

The Scoop

Dress- Target

Cardigan- Target

Tights- Target

Shoes- Payless

Necklace- Target

Bracelet- Lia Sophia

August 17, 2010: Hard and Soft

When I was piecing this outfit together this morning. I couldn't help but feel a little like a candystriper. I think it was the pink and stripe combination or more specifically the stripes in this skirt. I think this T-Shirt with a gray pinstripe skirt (note to self: get gray pinstripe skirt) would be great!  But, I digress... I needed to find a way to make this a little less sterile so I have added some chunky accessories and am ready to go! Tomorrow's outfit I might have to plan out tonight when I get home because I have a meeting downtown and I always feel like that creates a new standard of style that I have to meet resulting in a clothes hurricane in my bedroom and tardiness at work. What kind of situations create an new level of pressure or a style challenge for you?

• Top: light pink Mossimo t-shirt, Mossimo for Target via Mom (similar and on sale here)
• Bottom: gray and white striped skirt with lace trim, Merona for Target via Unique Thrift Store during "Birthday Beginnings" 
• Shoes & Accessories: silver gladiator sandals, Isaac Mizrahi for Target (similar and on sale here); chunky cluster statement necklace, LOFT (similar here); cream Loeffler Randall bag, Target;

The Lost Days

March 9, 2011 

Honestly, this was sooo long ago that I can't remember anything about the outfit or why I picked it out. It's just another day, where I wear clothes...

• Top: maroon sweater, ABStudio via Mom with a white tank top underneath for the modesty
• Bottom: black and white tweed skirt, thrifted/no tag
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Nine West; black headband, CVS; black belt, New York & Company; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; black Spy Bag, Fendi (not pictured)

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, and here.

March 10

I felt like I was really pushing the envelope when I put this outfit together or at least I was trying to... Mixing brown and black?! Madness! And look at the craziness corsage on my shoulder. It was really hard to keep the skirt hiked up even with the belt. In theory it was a good ensemble in reality, it didn't play out so well but, you live and you learn.

• Top: aqua corsage embellished top, Vera Wang 
• Bottom: brown and orange tweed pencil skirt, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Candies via Kohl's; black belt, New York & Company; gray tights, We Love Colors; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here and here.

March 11

This was the beginning of Friday as skinny pant day. Since I can't wear jeans anymore on the regular I needed to find someway to differentiate the end of the week from the start of the weekend; this seemed like the obvious choice. It also worked well for the events of the day, as well as, the night. Transitioning fantastically from work to dinner then drinks and birthday festivities for a dear friend until sunrise... 

• Top: black and white print dress, White House Black Market; black long cardigan, New York and Company
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: red patent leather flats, Payless; black belt, New York and Company; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; black Spy Bag, Fendi

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 14

Happy Belated Birthday to BF!! Not that I didn't say it a million times that day but, you don't know that... The fun thing we did the celebrate his special day was nothing. I came home a little early from work with a cake (surprise) then we sat around and watched TV. He was so in his element and loving every minute of it! 

• Top: red embellished t-shirt, Van Heusen outlet (same shirt different color here); tank top underneath for the modesty; black blazer, Ann Taylor via Melissa
• Bottom: black and white tweed pencil skirt, Isaac Mizrahi for Target via The Unique Thrift Store/birthday gift from Mom
• Shoes & Accessories: black pumps, Nine West; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, and here.

March 15

Happy Belated Birthday to my Daddy! Not that I didn't say it a million times that day but, you don't know that... I'm big on birthdays, you know should know that by now! My father was more than happy to appease me and come to dinner at a restaurant of my choosing, Puerto Rican cuisine is his favorite so I searched for a truly authentic place and found one not to far from the house. They also had karaoke and salsa! That combined with excessive amounts of mojitos and sangria made for a fantastic birthday night. He had fun as well!

• Top: orange crochet neck blouse, LOFT (same shirt different color here, here, here, and here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty;  khaki safari jacket, LOFT(same jacket different color here and here)
• Bottom: dark gray Hudson Wide Leg Pant, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; turquoise and Swarovski crystal earrings, mall Kiosk in California; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 16

Day after birthday celebration Iris was wishing she had never heard of sangria or maybe just wishing she had paid attention to the mental curfew she has set for herself. Dragging myself out of bed that morning was NO fun. The entire day was a count down to the moment I could head home and a shower and my bed if you couldn't tell from the look on my face. 

• Top: yellow ruffle collar shirt, LOFT;brown houndstooth jacket, LOFT
• Bottom: brown pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, Aldo via Re/Dress NYC; multi-stone tiered earrings, handmade in Peru/local store; purple tote bag, Coach outlet 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 17

The shower and sleep helped so much, don't you think? On St. Patricks Day, I did wear the traditional green and after work fled the city to avoid all the people who had been drinking since 8:00 in the morning. On the 5:40 train I found some of them passing out already, mostly the high schoolers... silly youngins'

• Top: green dress, Hayden-Harnett; khaki blazer, Talbots
• Shoes & Accessories: gray pumps, Steve Madden; brown belt, New York & Company; coin pearl/stone necklace and coin pearl earrings, borrowed from mom; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

March 18

This was another charity Friday, my company raised money for relief efforts in Japan. There was a good turnout we sent lots of support their way!

• Top: blue and white polka dot shirt, Old Navy (same shirt different color here and here)
• Bottom: denim jeggings, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 23

Guys it rain/snowed on this day. I remember because I busted out the winter boots again. I mean seriously snow in March... LAME!

• Top: black, gray, and red argyle sweater, New York & Company;  white polka dot button down, Merona for Target
• Bottom: black knit pants, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black Madison Heights Tall Boots, Timberland via Zappos; red coral earrings, mall kiosk in California; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

Items from this outfit are previously seen here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

March 24

There was Westchester County Restaurant Week last week so I stayed on the train a little longer coming home after work and headed up to a little town on the river to have some gourmet eats with my GF. It was a lovely and delicious!

• Top: black sweater dress, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for modesty
• Shoes & Accessories: silver hardware embellished flats, Preview via Nordstrom Rack;   teal tights, Comfort Choice/Christmas gift from Cousin V (on sale here); semi precious stone necklace, V-ta jewelry; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach outlet 

March 25

This is the last forgotten day! I'm excited that now I'm all caught up but, at the same time am realizing that this is the last day of Year One and I haven't started wrapping it all up at all... there is so much work ahead!

• Top: red button down shirt, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for the modesty; black long cardigan, New York and Company
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories:  black and white ruffled snake print flats, Coconuts via DSW; black belt, New York and Company; gray shell earrings, gift from BF's mom; gray le-dix/motorcycle bag, Balenciaga (not pictured)

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

December 14, 2011: Just Another Tuesday

As excited as I might look this was just another day at the office amidst crazy Christmas preparation... 

• Top: cream lace top, Merona for Target with a tank top underneath for the modesty; purple cardigan, Merona for Target (same sweater different color here)
• Bottom: brown knit pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: brown/black snake embossed ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target;  coin pearl necklace, V'ta jewelry; coin pearl earrings, borrowed from Mom then altered; dusty mauve butterfly tote, GAP

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, here,  here, here, here,here, here, and here.

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June 14, 2011: Everybody, Everywhere is Loving Lace

I haven't participated in alot of these Everybody, Everywear things but, I am going to try to stay more on top of it. There is another reason besides my bad timing; I haven't really been super into everything they have selected. I'm only going to wear things that I like on my body and already have in my closet. Today, I can definitely get on board with lace. I don't think it's the easiest thing to wear in an everyday capacity but, when it's done well it's really lovely, I can't wait to see what Everybody, Everywear comes up with!

• Top: teal corsage embellished t-shirt, Merona via Target (not to be confused with this one) with a tank top underneath for the modesty
• Bottom: gray lace skirt, Tara Jarmon for Target
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Merona via Target; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; yellow alley bag

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here and here:

June 13, 2011: No Mondays Here

Yesterday was the first Monday in a long time that I don't feel like I'm have a case of "the Mondays". Unfortunately, it wasn't so much like any other week day that I managed to get all my posting in... That's ok we;re not falling so behind!

• Top: yellow short sleeve embellished t-shirt, New York & Company (same shirt different color here, here, and here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty; purple cardigan, Merona via Target 
• Bottom: khaki a-line skirt, Merona via Target 
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Merona via Target; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; brown suede purse with silver leaf embellishments, GAP

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, and here:

April in Retrospect

As I stated before the past few weeks have been full of alot of craziness in all aspects of my life but, I did take a picture of what I wore everyday to work. I'm committed to the bit! While I BF was snapping my ensembles I don't really remember what was going on at the time honestly the days are all one big blur. Here is the simple compilation: 

April 14, 2011

• Top: brown cowl neck sweater, Mossimo for Target
• Bottom: brown pinstripe Hudson Wide Leg pants, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: green tweed kitten heel pumps, Coach; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 15, 2011

• Top: ivory tank top with embroidered neck, Patrick Robinson for Target with another tank top underneath for the modesty; gray flyaway cardigan, New York and Company
• Bottom: denim jeggings, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: leopard print flats, New York and Company; silver/gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 18, 2011

• Top: black cowl neck sweater, Old Navy (same sweater different color here); black tank top underneath for the modesty
• Bottom: gray really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: black vintage patent leather pumps, Evan Picone via The Unique Thrift Store; black patent leather belt, Kohl's; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 19, 2011

• Top: red floral embellished top, Simply Vera Vera Wang via Kohl's; black pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via SYMS 
• Bottom: black maxi dress as skirt, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black ruffle embellished flats, Audrey Brooke via DSW; silver bead earrings, TIffany & Co.; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 20, 2011

• Top: coral sweater, LOFT
• Bottom: dark gray Hudson Wide Leg pants, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: silver hardware embellished flats, Preview via Nordstrom Rack; turquoise and silver earrings, Pennyweights; turquoise and silver bead necklace. gift from Mom; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

April 21, 2011

• Top: green v-neck ruffle embellished t-shirt, New York and Company with a tank top underneath for the modesty; khaki safari jackets, LOFT
• Bottom: yellow, brown, and colorful plaid skirt, WDNY via Loehmann's
• Shoes & Accessories: purple suede-ish ballet flats, Mossimo for Target; ilver/gold teardrop earrings, V'ta Jewelry; gray motorcycle/Le-Dix bag, Balenciaga (not pictured) 

April 25, 2011

• Top: purple sweater, Geric via Conway with a gray tank top underneath for the modesty; black pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via SYMS
• Bottom: black really skinny pants, GAP
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; silver bead earrings, TIffany & Co.; silver/semi-precious stone necklace, V'ta Jewelry; gray motorcycle/Le-Dix bag, Balenciaga (not pictured)

April 26, 2011

• Top: pink scoopneck sweater, LOFT (same sweater different color here, here, here, and here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty; brown houndstooth jacket, LOFT
• Bottom: brown pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, ALDO via Re/Dress NYC; brown fused glass earrings, craft space in Laguna Beach; gray motorcycle/Le-Dix bag, Balenciaga (not pictured)

April 27, 2011

• Top: brown wrap dress, Diane von Furstenberg with a tank top underneath for the modesty; gray ruffle front cardigan, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: patent leather leopard print mary janes, Le Due; gray shell earrings, gift from BF's Mom; black patent leather belt, Kohl's; purple tote bag, Coach (not pictured)

February 17/18, 2011: Finishing Strong

No, I didn't fall off the face of the earth but, I had some serious time management issues. A new commute and different work hours will do that to you. But, I kept it classy this week! I'll be honest though... I'm not loving these last two outfits. This new companies blazer preference is really throwing me off. I can't say that I'm so in love with either of this outfits but overall, I think I'm getting a feel for the office culture and, in turn, the dress code. Who knew it could be so complicated to put on some clothes in the morning? 

• Top: red floral embellished top, Simply Vera Vera Wang via Kohl's/gift from BF; black safari jacket, LOFT
• Bottom: black pinstripe suit skirt, Calvin Klein via SYMS
• Shoes & Accessories: black ballet flats, Xhiliration for Target; gray tights, We Love Colors; black onyx earrings, V'ta Jewelry;  silver bag, L.A.M.B via Loehmanns (not pictured)

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

I almost forgot to tell you, the following was my Friday outfit. That's right... no more jeans. BF and I also went out to dinner at  a fancy restaurant in the city since Restaurant Week became Restaurant Month at some places. I guess it worked out well plus, it was a nice way to end my first week at a new job.

• Top: orange short sleeved sweater with beige and white argyle, Merona for Target (same shirt different color here)
• Bottom: brown and orange tweed pencil skirt, LOFT
• Shoes & Accessories: teal leather flats, Aldo via Re/Dress NYC; brown tights, Merona for Target; pearl earrings, birthday gift from Mom; brown leather tote bag, Bulga (not pictured)

Items from this outfit are previously seen and remixed here, here, and here.

June 9, 2010

Summer Blackout Day 3: This is definitely getting harder! I have work today but, am also going to a concert afterwards at Carnegie Hall so picking an outfit that would transition well (because I am probably not stopping at home to change) with no black was a big challenge considering the evening factor. Lots of things that I would have paired with this shirt or, dresses I would have worn were black or had black in the pattern. I'd like to think I did OK though...

• Top: purple t-shirt, Xhiliration via Target
• Bottom: brown pinstripe skirt, New York and Company
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cut-out flats, Merona for Target (similar here... don't forget if you pick up the June 2010 edition of Real Simple there is a 20% off Merona coupon in there, or you could just rip it out at the checkout... either way); silver beaded necklace, Bitten via Steve & Barry's; Tiffany & Co. silver bead earrings; cream Loeffler Randall bag, Target

Items from this outfit are previously seen here:

Unposted Outfits: Summer 2012

Posting these warm weather outfits is honestly a bit depressing with the bitter cold weather that we have been having. I get it, it's still winter but, there have been some significantly warm days that make me hope we might be out of the woods. Maybe soon, that's what the groundhog said anyway and he is always sometimes rarely right

Here's this dress again, one of the things that I love about it is that it works any time of the year! I also realized that I have worn a very similar outfit before, it was just slightly more professional with a blazer not a cardigan. Does it really make that big of a difference? I guess sometimes it does...

• Top: yellow ruffle front cotton knit dress, eshakti.com with a tank top underneath for the modesty; black flyaway cardigan, August Silk via TJ Maxx
• Shoes & Accessories: black patent leather t-strap pumps, LOFT; silver labradorite earrings, Pennyweights; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

This picture is really bittersweet. I love the outfit, I think it's a fantastic professional and chic ensemble. How could it not be? There is tweed. Unfortunately that dress was eaten alive by moths and because it's tweed it was completely un-salvageable, sad face. At least the last time I got to wear it was a beautiful outfit. I'm also feeling ok because I still have a snazzy matching blazer in the same pattern to remember it by. I don't know who would ever wear them together but, they are great separates.

• Top: blue tweed sheath dress, K Studio via The Unique Thrift Store; gray ruffle embellished cardigan, LOFT/gift from BF's parent's 
• Shoes & Accessories: black patent leather t-strap pumps, LOFT; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

I feel like this is a very underutilized shirt. I rarely ever wear it but, it's a good professional layering piece. When I move into my next role I will definitely make a point to use it more!

• Top: teal embellished t-shirt, New York & Company; black blazer, Ann Taylor via Melissa
• Bottom: gray pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black ruffle embellished flats, Audrey Brooke via DSW; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

This outfit is kind of blah but, I am loving my hair. The curls are in check and look very smooth and polished. Unfortunately those only lasts for a day, maybe less. If anything is taking away from this outfit it's the weird layering bunching at the bottom, I guess it's the price of "the modesty"...

• Top: purple scoopneck sweater, GAP outlet (same shirt different color here, here, here, here, and here) with a tank top underneath for the modesty; black cardigan, Merona for Target
• Bottom: beige pinstripe pants, LOFT/gift from BF
• Shoes & Accessories: silver Stella wedge pumps, Seychelles via DSW; signature clover chandelier earrings, Stella & Dot; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

This outfit is cool, my hair is whatevs but, it's an outside picture so everything is FABULOUS! 

• Top: pink sweater with black trim, Alfani via Macy's via Mom; gray cardigan, New York & Company
• Bottom: black and white pinstripe skirt, Calvin Klein via SYMS (part of this suit)
• Shoes & Accessories: silver Stella wedge pumps, Seychelles via DSW; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

I love this outfit, it's so simple but, so awesome. I remember this was a work to dinner outfit. BF and I had gone to a local restaurant for dinner, this pic was actually taken on our walk home. I love my neighborhood because it's in New York City but, it's still got some green!

• Top: black and white polka dot dress, Forever 21 via The Big Fat Flea; gray and white pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via Loehmanns (part of this suit)
• Shoes & Accessories: black peep-toe wedges, Dr. Scholl's via Macy's; pearl earrings, Macys/gift from Mom; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

This outfit was really great in theory but, I remember it being another layering debacle  There were so many layers and it was kind of uncomfortable. Maybe if I hadn't held it all together with the belt it wouldn't have felt so constricting. On the other hand, I think the belt ties it together nicely, perhaps a slimmer belt? How would you make this outfit more interesting.

• Top: black and white faux wrap dress, Merona for Target with a tank top underneath for the modesty; gray ruffle embellished sweater, LOFT/gift from BF parent's 
• Shoes & Accessories: black peep-toe wedges, Dr. Scholl's via Macy's; pearl earrings, Macys/gift from Mom; black belt, came with this Adrienne Vitadinni dress; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

There are some really picturesque areas where I live, most of them have to do with the river within walking distance. I love the setting of this picture. In terms of the outfit, I like it too, it feels very chic! It's also very similar to another way I wore this dress, I'm running out of options but, it's such a great dress, much thanks to the person who previously loved it. 

• Top: black sheath dress, no tag via The Big Fat Flea; brown and black zebra print cardigan, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black peep-toe wedges, Dr. Scholl's via Macy's; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

I really need some more focus in my life... hardy har har. I'm going to say that this was probably another one of those ordinary days. 

• Top: red floral embellished top, Simply Vera Vera Wang via Kohl's; black and white pinstripe blazer, Calvin Klein via SYMS
• Bottom: gray pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: black peep toe wedges, Payless/gift from BF; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

 

This outfit was a work to after work ensemble. It went over well in the office with my co-workers, don't really remember my boss' reaction but, I will say it was a total hit at the party. Now I just need to find a job where my fashionista tendencies will be appreciated! 

• Top: orange dolman sleeve top, Xhiliration for Target;
• Bottom: yellow, brown, and colorful plaid skirt, WDNY via Loehmann's
• Shoes & Accessories: brown giraffe print peep toe shoes, Adrienne Vitadinni via DSW/gift from BF; coin pearl necklace, V'ta jewelry; coin pearl earrings, borrowed from Mom then altered by me; silver watch, Fossil; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

Vest are phenomenal! I feel like they are a very underutilized in my own wardrobe as well as others'. When vests have a pattern or are an interesting color they really add to your entire ensemble. Not to self: buy wear vests more often.

• Top: gray, yellow, and white argyle vest, New York & Company (same vest different color here and here); white ruffle button down blouse, LOFT
• Bottom: black wide leg pants, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: silver cutout flats, Corso Como via DSW; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

This outfit is cute and professional but, how did I get away with those flip flop?! This is definitely while my ankle was in serious healing mode (you can see some bruising) and I was wearing a really unflattering splint/brace which I took off for most of my photos. I got away with wearing flip flops with quite a few outfits thanks to that brace and my wonky ankle.

• Top: red and white polka dot dress, Old Navy with a tank top underneath for the modesty; gray cardigan, New York & Company
• Shoes & Accessories: gray flip flops, Old Navy; pearl earrings, Macys/gift from Mom; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

Here's that dress again... It's a really great but, I feel like I might be wearing it a little too much. I think I need more yellow and butterfly options. I'm slowly exhausting all the ways to wear this dress without repeating an outfit, pretty soon it's all going to come down to the shoes, then what will I do? 

• Top: yellow ruffle front cotton knit dress, eshakti.com
• Shoes & Accessories: turquoise peep toe flats, Xhiliration via Target;  floral wire earrings, MOMA/gift from an old friend; silver watch, Fossil; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

Bamn, last outfit... for now. This dress is a amazing summer piece that just say in my closet untouched until this picture. It was almost a last ditch, better wear this while I can kind of thing. I'm glad I did and also that I got to take a magical outside picture. I will definitely have to remember not to wait until the last moment possible to wear this dress again, it really is a lovely summer sundress. 

• Top: blue metallic embellished dress, Micheal by Micheal Kors via Loehmanns/gift from Mom; khaki safari jacket (same jacket different color here, here, here, here, here, and here)  
• Shoes & Accessories: silver Genero Sandal, SE Boutique via DSW; silver bead earrings, Tiffany & Co.; Neverfull GM, Louis Vuitton/gift from BF

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