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winter 2014

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
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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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Business Casual

Closet Confection: Entrenched {Trench Coat Dress + Cashmere Turtleneck}

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{Michael Kors Trench Dress via RueLaLa (similar here, and I LOVE this one!), Uniqlo Cashmere Sweater, Prada Baroque Sunglasses, Hue Tights, Thrifted Boots}

Next to pink maryjanes, I don’t think there’s a clothing item I love wearing more than a proper trench coat dress.  I’ve had some version of this silhouette on major rotation in my closet for the past 10 years.  They’re timeless, polished, and a little bit playful. And the best part is that you can wear them year-round: you can go sleeveless in the spring and summer time or layer them up with a sweater and blazer in the cooler months.

Trust me, I know what I’m talking about…

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