Wrap Dress

Layered Necklaces

This Stella & Dot necklace is one of my favorites.  I love how versatile it is.  You can wear all the stones on the shorter or longer chain, which is how I wear it most of the time.  This time I mixed the stones up on both chains and wore it as a layered look over my purple peplum top and black work pants.  I threw on my pale pink sweater to keep warm in the office AC.  Easy Tuesday outfit!

Classic Black Dress

Colorblocked

Print and Pumps

I wore this outfit for a warm work day.  I need to start playing around with more ways to wear this top.  I decided to wear it untucked with my pencil skirt and basic pumps for a business casual work look.  I like how the ivory blazer balances out the busy print.  I've had a bunch of stuff going on this week, so sorry to be slacking a little on the blog!

Outfit Details:

Blazer:  H&M (similar at F21)

Silk top:  J. Crew (totally diff but cool print)

Pencil Skirt:  Ann Taylor

Shoes:  Nine West Flax Pumps, Macy's

Tote:  Michael Kors, Macy's

Sunglasses:  TOMS

Linking up with Transatlantic Blonde, Get Your Pretty On, My Girlish Whims, Penniless Socialite, Vodka Infused Lemonade, and Perfectly Coutured.

Rainy Day

There's something about rainy spring days that makes me want to wear bright colors.  This pink top was a recent purchase.  I really like the subtle pattern, plus the keyhole neckline.  I definitely think it will be getting a lot of wear this summer!  I paired it with my basic black pencil skirt and a structured white jacket for work.  I've had this jacket for years.  I remember it being a bit of a splurge at the time but I recognized that the quality material, classic shape, and interesting details would make it a piece I would wear for years and I definitely have!  You can really find some great things at Banana Republic.  I've had a number of things from there for years and they are still in excellent condition.  Are there any stores you would recommend for quality clothes?  Share in the comments!

Outfit Details:

Top:  Elie Tahari Kree Blouse in Laser Pink

Jacket:  Banana Republic (similar, similar, splurge)

Skirt:  Ann Taylor

Shoes:  Nine West Flax Pumps, Macy's

Bag:  Michael Kors Tote, Macy's

Linking up with Perfectly Coutured, Vodka Infused Lemonade, Lovely Thursday with Rekita, Amy, and Alisha, and Penniless Socialite.

Suit Up

I've had getting a new suit or two somewhere on my list for awhile now, enough that it was one of my goals for the year.  So now I can cross that one off!  I really lucked out at the Elie Tahari Outlet last week.  I found this dark pin-stripe suit and another tan suit, plus nice silk blouses and a white power dress.  I love the faux-leather accents on this suit and the longer length of the blazer.  It was nice to add some quality work pieces to my closet.  Now I gotta go through and spring-clean my closet to make more room!  Anyone have any experience with Thred Up?  I've seen a lot of people using it on Instagram, so I've been thinking of trying it out.  Let me know in the comments if you have used it!

Outfit Details:

Silk Top:  Elie Tahari Hayden Blouse in Joey White

Jacket:  T Tahari Carina Jacket (sold out - but there were plenty up at the outlet!)

Pants:  T Tahari Dessa Pant

Shoes:  Ann Taylor Factory (similar at Ann Taylor)

Bag:  Michael Kors Tote, Macy's

Jewelry:  Pearl necklace & earrings, gift (similar, steal)

Sunglasses:  Tory Burch

Linking up with The Pleated Poppy, Style Elixir, Because Shanna Said So, Life's a Party Dress Like It, Transatlantic Blonde, Get Your Pretty On, and My Girlish Whims.

I am so excited to be featured today on Ada's Spring Must Have series with Amy Ann of The Real Arnolds!  Check it out on my Ada's blog: Elegance and Mommyhood.

Pencil Skirt

 

A black pencil skirt would definitely be on my list of top ten work essentials.  It's a classic piece that you can pretty much pair with any top.  I last wore it here on the blog with tights and a gold belt in winter.  Side note: it really looks like spring in our apartment courtyard, loving all the tulips and blooms!

Outfit Details:

Top:  Blue silk blouse, TJ Maxx (similar)

Skirt:  Ann Taylor

Blazer:  H&M (similar at Forever 21)

Shoes:  Nine West Flax Pumps, Macy's

Bag:  Michael Kors Tote, Macy's

Sunglasses:  Tory Burch

Linking up with Style Elixir, Because Shanna Said So, The Pleated Poppy, and Transatlantic Blond.