Maybe I’m crazy but I just had to find a way to wear this skirt and these pants together. The matching blush color was too much to ignore! So, does a full skirt work as a strapless peplum top? My answer is yes. Check out this skirt in it’s regular form here and here.
Details: Striped skirt, jeans and necklace from The Limited / Michael Juliette heels from Off Broadway
I know this is a lame excuse but since I don’t have a full time job and my shopping budget has been reduced to nothing, I’m finding it more and more difficult to find inspiration in my closet. For a while I was enjoying the thrill of creating new combinations of existing pieces but now it’s seeming more like a chore. Sorry for the boo-hoo story. I’m done.
Details: 678 skinny jeans and shirt from The Limited / Necklace from Francesca’s / Nine West Raindate heels from Zappos
I have yet to figure out an unexpected top to go with this skirt so for now, I’m playing it safe with neutrals. I previously wore it with darker neutrals (here) but this lighter combination is more Spring appropriate.
Details: Cardigan, tank, skirt and necklace from The Limited / Enzo Angiolini heels from Nordstrom
Linking up with Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Mix and Match Fashion, Style Sessions and Whatever Whenever Wednesday.
I’ve had all of these items since last Spring but haven’t put them together until now. It really is becoming a theme for me – rediscovering my closet. Don’t get me wrong, I miss shopping but it feels like a grand accomplishment to make new pairings out of old items. Overall, I decided to keep this outfit pretty simple in color, pattern and accessories. I think it’s one of the reasons that I’m so pleased with it.
Details: Cardigan from The Limited / Shirt from Express / Jag pants and Enzo Angiolini heels from Nordstrom / Ring from Spotted Moth
Dots and stripes on Monday and dots and stripes today. Totally different looks though. This skirt is very versatile! It can be worn as a maxi (here) or a halter dress (here) or as a long pencil skirt. I wish I could say that I knew all these options existed when I bought the skirt but I didn’t have that foresight. That is definitely a good result of this blog – learning how to get creative with my clothing!
Details: Bobeau skirt and Halogen cardigan from Nordstrom / Top and necklace from The Limited / Belt from Talbots / Enzo Angiolini Pop Culture heels from Macy’s
Linking up with Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Style Sessions and Whatever Whenever Wednesday.
Since I’m not much of a floral print kind of girl, I love to mix dots with stripes. When I see floral and stripes on other people, I think it looks great. Maybe when/if I find the exact right floral print for me, I’ll get to share in the fun.
This lightweight blazer is perfect for spring both in material and color. I wore this combo to the Orange County Creative Connections meet up. It’s a great group of creative and stylish women so it was the right kind of outing for this bold combo.
In other exciting news, today is my ninth wedding anniversary! Most people that know me think it’s very appropriate that my anniversary is on April Fool’s Day. I’m never quite sure how to take that comment but I usually put it in the I’m-cool-and-quirky-and-unexpected-perhaps-even-silly column. I can’t believe it’s been nine years – they’ve flown by and we’re still crazy about each other. I’m one lucky lady!
Details: J Crew Factory striped jacket / Old Navy shirt / Jeans from Loft / Nine West Raindate heels from Zappos
I was excited when eShakti contacted me about trying their product and customization service. They were not unknown to me but I hadn’t gotten around to taking the plunge and buying one of their dresses. I’d seen other bloggers raving about them so I really can’t be certain why I’d yet to buy from them. Right about this same time, I’d realized that although red is my favorite color, I didn’t own very many red clothing items. Enter this beauty! The fit is perfect and I decided to go with the knee length version and scoop neck.
Based on their size chart I selected a 4 and it fits perfectly. And how could I forget to tell you about the pockets! I absolutely love it when dresses/skirts have pockets. They have a variety of cuts that will flatter almost any body type. This dress has a bit of a vintage feel and could be worn for work, play, a daytime wedding or perhaps in the evening with a cute cardigan.
Trust me. I haven’t sold my soul here. It really is a great dress at a reasonable price ($59.95). Plus, now through March 20 you can receive 20% off your order by using HIGHHEELS at checkout. If you are a new customer you get $25 off your first order. Pretty hard to resist, isn’t it?
Details: Tux Front Poplin A-line Dress c/o eShakti (similar) / Enzo Angionlini heels from Nordstrom
Linking up with: Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Style Sessions and Whatever Whenever Wednesday.
Yes, I actually left the back yard! To all you bloggers who take photos out and about, I commend you. It’s definitely more work. This was an exercise in lighting and camera settings thanks to one of my good friends. He’s been driven mad by the poor lighting in most of my photos so we went to a park and played. I was looking for an excuse to wear this jacket again and I wanted to dress it up a bit with a skirt instead of jeans (like here) so it was an easy outfit selection. I’m not a huge fan of nautically themed outfits but this had just the right amount of it for me.
Details: Caslon t-shirt from Nordstrom / Striped blazer from J Crew Factory / Skirt and necklace from The Limited / Michael heels from Off Broadway
Linking up with: Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Style Sessions and Whatever Whenever Wednesday.
I know I’ve mentioned before that I was a little hesitant about adding leopard print to my wardrobe. Too much of it can be tacky but I’ve come to love it as accent pieces. I think it adds the right amount of flair to this simple outfit. And if I’m not mistaken, this is the first time that I’ve worn the leopard belt and shoes at the same time. This may just be the largest dose of leopard you’ll see on this blog!
Details: Cardigan, 917 skinny jeans, belt and necklace from The Limited / Style & Co shirt from Macy’s / Jewelry from Nordstrom’s Rack / Mossimo heels from Target
I bought this shirt for my husband many months ago and ever since I bought this striped skirt, I’ve had my eye on it! It’s such a fantastic color and the stripe details on the color and the cuffs is divine. Why can’t I find any cute girl shirts like this? I tried a couple of different shoe/belt combinations but this chocolate version was my favorite.
Details: Skirt from The Limited / Belt from Nordstrom / Necklace from F21 / Ralph Lauren heels from Off Broadway
