Fancy Stems

Skirt: Moda Int’l.  Shoes: BCBG.  Cardigan: Macy’s.  Black silk bow top: Newport News.  Tights: TJ Maxx.

 

I love me some tights!!  Colored tights, textured tights, patterned tights… I love them all. 

Why?  Not only because they’re so fun and pretty, but really - what better way to keep legs warm and interesting?!  And what woman doesn’t want to bring a little attention to her stems?

Back to Work

Blazer: Swapped.  Periwinkle Top: Forever XXI.  Pants: Investments.  Shoes: BCBG.

 

I was able to snag this black & white tweed blazer at a Cincinnati Swap earlier this year.  I didn’t go to the swap expecting to find work attire, but this just goes to show - you never know what you might find if you’re willing to do a little digging! 

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This was my first-day-back-from-vacation outfit and I have to admit that it was quite difficult to roll out of bed and get ready for the day…  I had such a nice vacation that it has spoiled my normal routine (work, eat, sleep, work…).  I’m sure it will just take me a few days to get back in the groove of things, so in the meantime I’ll just console myself with chocolate.

Thank you

Blue Dress: Banana Republic.  Casual Blazer: DKNY.  Necklace: Macy’s.  Shoes: Nine West.  Bag: Betsy Johnson.

I’m always so inspired and appreciative of my fellow fashion bloggers, but so often I forget to acknowledge your fabulousness!  Today, I thank all my lovlies out there and say keep doing what you’re doing!  My outfit today was inspired by a recent look of Kasmira’s from What I Wore Today. 

 

This is my second noted inspiration from Kasmira, but I’m sure there have been others I’ve just forgotten!

 

Color of the day

Polka Dot Ruffle Blouse & Cardigan: NY & Co.  Skirt: Mossimo.  Heels: BCBG.  Purse: Gucci.

   

There are moments when I get bored looking at my sage green photo backdrop, however I don’t have a handy photo taker with me throughout the day and the only time I have to take a fashion shot is 2 minutes before I run out the door to work in the morning, so green backdrop it is.

Sometimes I’ll take a photo by my fireplace or on my porch, but the outfits don’t always display quite as well.  Today I did step outside my box and actually tried out my bright bathroom for my photo of the day!  Okay, so the color is a bit overwhelming… but maybe a nice change from the normal sage?  Hopefully, it can remind you to have a bright and happy day!

Pink, orange, polka dots, stripes, ruffles, buckles… if you only read this description, it might seem that there’s to be a lot going on in this outfit, but together it’s definitely not that much.  Adding a solid tone sweater / cardigan / or jacket of any kind can really tone down a look that might have otherwise been a little busy.  If you’re more of a busy-lovin’ gal – by all means, leave the sweater off!

 

Picnic in the heat

Oh the blessed Cincinnati heat and humidity…  did I also mention the sporadic rain?  Well, the weather may not have been perfect, but I’ll never complain about a day I get to spend off work and eating food!

I actually contemplated the night before on what I would wear (a rare thing!) for this occasion.  Since it was a work outing and I still had to be in the office in the morning, I didn’t want to be too overly casual (shorts & tee…) – but I also wanted to be in something more casual and comfortable than my normal business attire.  With the exception of my dress not being conducive to rain (then again not many fabrics are…), the summer dress and bejeweled flats ended up being a perfect choice.

Dress: BCBG.  Necklace: Macy’s.  Ring: Forever XXI.  Shoes: Steve Madden.  Purse: Payless.

Back to Work

    

Pants: INC. Top: Express.  Earrings: The Buckle.  Shoes: BCBG.

I was home sick yesterday, so today I’m back at work today but not necessarily at my best.  Oh well – I made it so that’s what matters!