Showing posts with label fashion basics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fashion basics. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

12 things women should know & have by 30

Hello Lovelies!

I hope all is well in your blog world since I haven't done much catching up in the past week. I'll catch you in in a few sentences on my life. Busy. Lots of wedding directing, planning, attending, and enjoying! :) This weekend is the first of my wedding weekend trilogy! This is the one that I am just directing the ceremony at my church, but it means rehearsal Friday night and most of the day Saturday!

All is well with W. I have to say this is the HAPPIEST I have been in I can't tell you when. I keep thinking I'm going to wake up and it's going to all be a dream! My parents seem to like him, he had them in stitches laughing so hard last night after dinner. :) It's a good feeling when "all is right."

Anyways, I was crusing the Today Show.com this morning and ran across this article!
I really want to read this book because let's face it come July I am on the downhill side of my 20s and inching oh so close to the big 3-0! YIKES! Anyways, there were a few fashion forwards in this article that struck my attention as must share and inform! I definately agree with ALL these items being staples in your closet!

1. Skinny black jeans. You need a pair. Dress them up for the office or down for day.
Source: loft.com via Lindsey on Pinterest

2. A crisp, white button-down shirt. It suggests clean, cool confidence in the workplace, but unbutton two buttons and it’s the ultimate in sex appeal for night.

3. A go-to dress. It doesn’t have to be a little black dress. It’s even better sometimes if it’s not, because color makes a bolder statement. But it should fit perfectly and make you feel beautiful.

4. A classic black pump. It has to have at least a four-inch heel to boost your height and confidence. (Okay, fine. A three-inch heel if you must.)

5. A bright mini. My own favorite is red with a flared hem. It’s great to have one that’s a really bright color because it makes you stand out in a crowd. You can wear it for day—just pair it with an oversize men’s white sweater—or nighttime, with a silk camisole.

6. A bold piece of jewelry. Think: necklace, bangle, large ring, large earrings. I have a big necklace that I keep in my drawer at work, and it dresses up any outfit. A statement piece allows your personal style to shine, especially if the rest of your outfit is conservative.

7. A fitted blazer. A great-fitting blazer is a girl’s most invaluable staple. Pop the collar, roll the sleeves, or add a cool brooch to make it your own.

8. A colorful clutch. This one’s especially crucial if you have a closet full of blacks or neutrals. A splash of color will liven up the simplest outfit—not to mention your mood.









9. Black opaque tights. They’re so warm and practical, and they instantly make a dress look professional.

10. A lace tank. Wear it underneath your V-neck during the day or peeking out from under a jacket in the evening.

11. Ballet flats. They’re feminine and comfortable, and you can wear them anywhere and always look pulled together. I personally love a blue ballet flat.

12. A soft, luxurious white T-shirt. It has to be a great-quality one that feels good on your skin. You can wear it with everything else in your wardrobe. And if you find one you really love, buy three.


Alright ladies, there are your 12 Closet Staples for LIFE! :) I have quiet a few to add to my wardrobe and some to replace! Hope this jumpstarts your summer shopping or helps you build your professional wardrobe! Have a terrific Tuesday! :)

Friday, July 29, 2011

Fashion Friday- Work Attire

I don't know about y'all, but I seriously need to vamp up my office attire! I've only been in the "corporate world" for 9 mos, and 2 seasons (winter and hot!) Luckily, I bought a few "staple" pieces right after I accepted my position as celebration for not being unemployed any longer, but I really don't have cute work attire, that's trendy. I got on a kick of shopping consignment stores and finding GREAT bargains on designer clothes, such as Lilly, and that carried me through the summer. I have some cute dresses for work, but not many fall dresses and I need some things that are trendy, traditional, timeless, and too cute! I found a few things on Pinterest while browsing the website for hours because it's literally my new hobby! Here are my finds!



LOVE this grey dress as a closet staple. SO many bright colors can be paired with it! MUST FIND GREY DRESS!! Also, nice to see deep purple is going to be a trend again.

Source: None via Morgan on Pinterest

Would have NEVER put these colors together, but how brilliant! Definitely a classic look for the office, modest, yet intriguing!



Love a sweater vest and pearls... masculine meets sweetly southern feminine.

Here are some transition outfits for those late August/early September days!


Source: tumblr.com via Morgan on Pinterest



Not sure if your office has the same problem as mine, but some days it's hot and other days you could hang meat! So I like outfits that incorporate a sweater, plus I'm a fan of layering! :)


I think this may be my new favorite fall look for work. LOVE the mustard/school bus yellow w/ grey skirt. I like the "old school/man" look of the sweater, and the white blouse underneath makes it PoP! <3 MUST FIND YELLOW SWEATER!


Again, LOVE the shade of yellow and this is a perfect, slenderizing dress that is modest enough to wear in the office, yet could be spiced up to wear out, like say to Happy Hour! ;)


Ok... do you see the trend! YELLOW!! But this time with a splash of teal! My other new favorite color! PLUS the GREY DRESS! Be still my heart! I want this entire ensemble!

Now, we all know and are saddened by the fact that Lilly P has to tone down her brightness for fall/winter, but she's got some great prints for 2011.... they made their debut yesterday & my sweet little email that came right before lunchtime (and right before a pay day, Friday) gave me the sneak peek! :) These pieces stood out and I'm leaning towards owning the skirt because it's just TOO ME!



This is even Orange and Navy.. perfect for wearing on a gameday Friday!


Perfect skirt for me! :)



Well... my life isn't all work, I play too! So here are a few casual weekend outfits that have caught my eye for the fall! Which in case you haven't noticed is not only my favorite season, but favorite FASHION season!



Source: flickr.com via Morgan on Pinterest

MUST FIND TROUSER JEANS!

Clearly, Fashion Friday the past 2 weeks has been about fall fashion, but I'm WAY over this dramatic heat and humidity and ready for mother nature to quit having hot flashes! Seriously. Hope everyone has a great weekend and can suffer the heat a little bit more with some fun on some water, or a cold drink in hand, or just a hot date on a summer night! :)