Everyday Outfits

Closet Confection: March Plaidness (Plaid Blanket Scarf + Tartan Mini Skirt)

Plaid Tommy Hilfiger Coat and Zara Plaid Blanket Scarf
Mixing Plaids
Old Navy Denim Jacket and J. Crew Tartan Mini
Old Navy Denim Jacket and J. Crew Tartan Mini
Ralph Lauren Wool Beanie and Old Navy Denim Jacket{Tommy Hilfiger Coat, Zara Plaid Blanket Scarf, Ralph Lauren Hat & Sweater, Old Navy Denim Jacket, J. Crew Plaid ‘City Mini’ Skirt, Hue Tights, Zara Ankle Boots}

Happy St. Patrick’s Day, and may the luck of the Irish be with you!

For the record, the fact that I’m wearing green and a whole heap o’ tartans for today’s blog post is pure coincidence. It all started with my little plaid skirt, and the next thing you know I was all bundled up in a blackwatch plaid overcoat and a giant plaid blanket scarf! You guys know my motto: “Go plaid, or go home!”

Since spring is right around the corner, I’m currently making a mad dash to squeeze in all of my cold weather wardrobe favorites before it’s time to pack them away.  It doesn’t hurt that the temps have dipped back below freezing recently as well. As much as I would love to break out my breezy little dresses and ditch the thick tights, a gal’s gotta be practical.

I spent this past weekend doing grownup stuff like taxes and cleaning out my fridge – riveting stuff, I tell you! However, I did manage to squeeze in a little bit of fun with a trip to Umami Burger (where I ordered the Truffle Burger and almost died and went to beef patty heaven). Afterwards, I did a teensy bit of power shopping because there’s nothing like pawing through racks of dresses and trying on new shoes to help burn calories after a big meal… or at least that’s what I like to tell myself!

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Business Casual

Closet Confection: Like a Room Without a Roof {Printed Skirt + Happy Necklace}

Trina Turk Printed Skirt, Cabled Ralph Lauren Sweater, Vince Camuto Booties, C. Wonder Pearl Necklace, Wet Seal Happy Necklace
Trina Turk Printed Skirt, Cabled Ralph Lauren Sweater
Vince Camuto Ankle Boots
C. Wonder Pearl Necklace, Wet Seal Happy Necklace
{Ralph Lauren Cableknit Sweater, Trina Turk Printed Skirt (similar here and here), Vince Camuto Booties (similar), C. Wonder Pearl Choker (similar), c/o Wet Seal ‘Happy’ Necklace}

 My photographer took the day off, so I was stuck taking my own photos indoors with a self-timer and tripod.  Nevertheless, I couldn’t be too upset about it… at least not while I was wearing my ‘Happy’ necklace!  Plus, it sort of reminded me of the ‘old days’ when I often took my own photos for the blog.

I woke up the other day with this song stuck in my head (come on, you know the one I’m talking about!), so I thought it was the perfect time to debut my new bling.  I was very much smitten with the Lanvin versions of this necklace that were floating around the fashion scene late last year, but my frugal side just wouldn’t let me justify the expense for such a trendy (and let’s be honest… a wee bit obnoxious) piece of costume jewelry.  Since this necklace makes quite the statement (literally), I paired it with a chunky pearl necklace, printed skirt, and cable-knit sweater for an office-ready look.  But of course, I can’t wait to layer this baby up with a few gold chains and a bold colorful top for a casual weekend affair.

I love the power of accessories to jazz up an outfit.  So I’m curious, what’s your favorite piece standout piece that you use to  inject a bit of personality into your wardrobe?

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Business Casual

Closet Confection: Sweater {Tights} Weather

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{Miss Sixty Coat, Missoni Scarf, Ralph Lauren Shawl Collar Sweater Dress (similar) & Slim Fit Striped Oxford Shirt, J. Crew Pearl  Twisted Hammock Necklace, Hue Cabled Sweater Tights, Nicole Miller Shoes, Louis Vuitton Handbag}

Sure, there have been hints of spring here and there over the past week or two.  But overall, it’s still very much sweater weather in my neck of the woods.  Rather than fight the elements, I layered up like a trooper in a shawl-collar dress, a crisp oxford shirt (Ralph Lauren makes the best!), and a pair of cozy sweater tights.

 

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