Somewear: Work Luncheon

I’ve got one of these tomorrow!  Lots of people will be coming to the office, so must dress to impress!

• Tibi, Ponte Color Block Dress, Sale- $164
• DSW, Audrey Brooke Tory Bootie, $89.95
• Blu Bijoux, Bib Necklace, $38
• Blu Bijoux, 5 Stack Rings, $16
• Tory Burch, Penelope Tote,  $650
• Tocca, Colette Rollerball, $20

Fashion Cents: Baby Shower

Fashion Cents: Baby Shower

My sis-in-law is having her baby shower this weekend.  And if you know her, then you know nothing would be more appropriate to sport to her shower than pink (her baby girl’s soon-to-be favorite color) and sequin animal print (my sis-in-law’s favorite color).  Plus, with as much money as I’m saving on this outfit I can afford to spend more on a fabulous baby gift.  Can’t believe in just a few short months, I’m going to be an aunt!  

• Collective Concepts, Mila Sequin Color Block Dress, Sale-$68.99  
• Zara, Platform Ankle Boot, $49.99 
• Oasis, Soul Panel Tote, $72 
• Marc by Marc Jacobs, L’Amour Fou Ring, Sale- $34 
• Francesca’s, House of Chic Dangles, $14 
• Clinique, Superbalm Lip Gloss in Mango, $15 

Somewear: Train to Paris

My girlfriend wanted me to help her find a comfy, yet stylish outfit for her upcoming train ride from Amsterdam to Paris.  These pajama-like bottoms and smoking slippers are the perfect answer for a long and tiresome train ride!  

• Charlotte Ronson, Tapered Trousers, $265 
• MINKPINK, Salt & Pepper Sweater, $80 
• Milly, Zoey Leather Tote Bag, $450 
• Zara, Studded Pony Slipper, $89.90 
• Mannin Fine Jewelry, Square Monogram Ring, $395 
• Kara Kara Ross, Large Resin Scarab Pendant, $215 

Nifty Shades of Grey

Where to Wear: Nifty Shades of Grey
I’m predicting this best-seller from E.L. James will bring about a new kind of life to the color grey similar to what the movie “Sideways” did for Pinot Noir wines everywhere.  Of course, I haven’t actually read the book, but I’m assuming it’s about a fashion designers obsession with monochromatic colors.  No?

1. Date Night: Helmut Lang, Transfer Print Jersey Dress, $360
2. Wine Tasting: Andara, Three Stone Ring, $110
3. Book Club: Exclusive Gap + Clu, Striped Dress, $69.95
4. Coffee Meet-Up: Level 99, Janice Lace Skinny Denim, $125
5. Fashion’s Night Out: B Brian Atwood, Ankle Boots, $425
6. An Interview: Reiss, Barton Handheld Tote, $235

Somewear: Back in the Classroom

My whole fam is starting back to school today: mom, dad, sis, bro-in-law, and aunt.  Basically, I’m the odd ball out here!  And though I haven’t been in the classroom since college, I can provide my family (at least the ladies) with an A+ outfit that will get them through the first day of school!  Shift dresses and low wedges are not only adorable classroom appropriate pieces, but they are comfortable at the same time which I know is key!  Happy first day back! 

• LOFT, Colorblock Shift Dress, $79.50
• Antonio Melani, Mara Wedge, $89.99
• KDNY by Kelsi Dagger, Patton Tote, $95
• Bauble Bar, Coral Floral Drops, $22
• Anne Klein, Square Case Bracelet Watch, $55

First Day Back in the Classroom

My sister’s an elementary school teacher and she starts back to work next week.  She’s looking for a few cute, comfortable, and affordable outfits.  This number is just that, plus it’s professional looking and stylish at the same time. The cardigan is a perfect layering piece for when the air conditioning gets too frigid in her classroom and these flats are a must, since she’ll be on her feet all day.  This ensemb gets an A+ in my book.

• LOFT, Short Sleeve Faux Wrap Dress, $70
• Banana Republic, The Mad Men® Collection animal print cardigan, $90
• Mia, Parisian Flat, $69
• Gap, Flat Tote, $60
• Betsey Johnson, CZ Earrings, $40