Brights and Leopard

Happy Hump Day, everyone! 

Jumpsuit:  Torrid (Available here)

It's actually hard to believe the work week is more than half over!   Today is my birthday, so that automatically makes it a good day!  :-)

I'll be sharing my birthday look on the blog soon, but today, I'm posting yesterday's work look.

Blazer:  New York & Company

Heels:  Target (Similar here)

I've been wearing so many neutrals and muted colors lately that I thought the blog was due up for something a little more bold.

For work yesterday, I fashioned my jumpsuit for work by adding the blue blazer, leopard pumps, and a cami for added coverage for the office.  The cami also helped keep me warm with the virtual undressing that took place with every use of the facilities.  ;-)

Belt:  Torrid (Available here)

Bag:  Express

To add a little more flair, I went with gold accessories and a bright orange lip.

Necklace:  The Limited

Would you wear a jumpsuit to work?

For this jumpsuit in other looks, see here and here.
For the blazer in other looks, see here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Color and Confidence: BLUE

Rainbow Week continues with...you guessed it, BLUE!!

Dress:  The Limited (Available here)

Blazer:  New York & Company (Similar here)

I'm combining blue and indigo here and will feature looks across the blue spectrum, from aqua to navy. 

Today's look includes my favorite shade of blue - cobalt!

Booties:  Target (Available here)

I recently picked up this dress from The Limited after being intrigued by the mosaic print.  It reminded me of floral fireworks (if there were such a thing), which I thought was perfect for the 4th of July!!

Tote:  The Limited (Similar here)

I added the blue blazer to further bring out the blue in the dress and added a red belt and tote for a fun patriotic work look.

Bracelets (left to right):  Target, LOFT, Target, The Limited

Belt:  The Limited (Similar here)

I didn't realize how much blue I wore until I was looking through old blog posts.  There are just so many great shades of blue, that it's easy to find a shade or two that you like.  Here are some previous blue outfits for inspiration:

Mix various shades of blue for a nuanced color effect that doesn't feel too over-the-top:

Foulard and Gold Details

Printed Shorts in Redbook!!!

Spring Romance

Pair blue with white jackets and other non-black neutrals for spring/summer looks:

Blue & Neutrals

Crazy for Cobalt

Teal blues are perfect for fall!  Bonus?  This color looks amazing on almost all skin tones!!

Teal and Brocade

These Boots Were Made For Walkin'

Mix blue in a little or a lot with printed dresses:

One Dress, Two Ways

Laid-Back Sexy (Free the Tatas!!)

Pale blues like aqua and ice blue are a soft way to work blue into your wardrobe:

Shadow Florals and a Do-Over Look

Pastels and Lace

Navy is the perfect year-round neutral and a subtle way to add blue into your wardrobe.

Singin' The Blues:  Attention!

Are you a fan of wearing blue?  I think when it comes to color, it is the easiest and most fool-proof way to go.  It mixes well with other colors and looks fab with any neutral.

For the blue blazer in other looks, see here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Get Graphic

Happy Saturday, everyone!

Skirt:  Peter Pilotto for Target

It's been downright chilly in my parts this week, so today, I'm featuring a recent work look from warmer temperatures.

Camisole:  LOFT (Similar here)

Blazer:  New York & Company

The graphic Peter Pilotto for Target skirt was made work-ready with a black camisole and royal blue blazer. 

Tote:  Ruben & Isabel Toledo for Lane Bryant

I love the bold pop of color against the black and white skirt.

This skirt is a tad shorter than I usually prefer to wear to work, but I think it worked. 

Heels:  Target (old)

Simple, but bold silver jewelry completed the look.

Ring:  Earthbound Trading Company
Cuff:  The Limited

Earrings:  Target

Would you wear bold patterns to the office?

For this skirt in another look, see here.
For this  blazer in other looks, see here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Into The Blue

Tonight, I'm bringing you my work look from yesterday.  

Pants:  The Limited (Sold out on-line; Similar here and here)

I'm a huge fan of cobalt blue, and I especially love this color paired with white - it feels so fresh and crisp.  This combination also  reminds me a lot of both blue willow china and Moroccan tiles, which I've always loved.

Blazer:  The Limited (Similar here)

Blouse:  The Limited

I decided to play around with the multiple blue tones in the scarf by adding a navy top and heels to the cobalt pants. 

Scarf:  The Limited (Sold out on-line; Similar here)

Bracelets:  Express, LOFT, eBay, Wet Seal, The Limited

Mixed bracelets help tie the look together.

Heels:  Target (Similar here)
Bag:  The Limited (old)

Do you ever mix your blue shades in the same look?

For these pants in another look, see at The Curvy Fashionista here.
For this blazer in other outfits, see here.
For the blouse in other outfits, see here, here, and here.

Two-Tone and Cobalt

Today's recent work look is a fun variation on work basics.

Pants:  The Limited (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores)
Blazer:  New York & Company (Similar here)

These two-tone skinny pants are in line with the color blocking trends that has come and gone over the last few years. 

Camisole:  LOFT (Sold out on-line; see here)
Scarf:  LOFT (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores)

Bracelets:  LOFT (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores)
Earrings:  Target (Available in stores; see here)

I added a scarf for warmth and my trusty cobalt blue blazer for a pop of color.

The overall look is simple and polished, which keeps the two-tone pants work appropriate.

Clutch:  The Limited (Available here)
Shoes:  Target (old)

Would you wear color blocked pants?

For this blazer in other outfits, see here, here, here, here, and here.
For this cami in another outfit, see here.

Singin' the Blues: Casual Rock-n-Roll

Singin' the Blues Week continues with a denim and cobalt blue faux leather look.

Jeans:  Torrid (Available here)

Tee:  Torrid (Available here)

I added my Blondie tee to my Stiletto skinny jeans from Torrid for a comfy casual look with a cool rock-n-roll vibe.

I recently picked up these jeans with the 26" inseam.  When I originally bought this style of jeans, they didn't carry the short length.  I couldn't hem the jeans because of the zippers, so I was trying to make do.  I finally broke down and nabbed this pair - the length works much better!

Jacket:  Forenza by The Limited (Similar here)

Ring:  The Limited
Clutch:  The Limited (Available here)

The cobalt moto jacket adds a fun pop of color to this laid back look.

Boots:  Payless (old)

Are you a fan of moto jackets?  Have you tried the Stiletto skinny jeans from Torrid?

For this jacket in other colors, see here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Dress Week: Red, White, and Blue

Hi everyone!

After featuring several evening looks, Dress Week continues today with a recent work outfit.

Dress:  New York & Company (old)
Blazer:  The Limited (old)

Earrings:  New York & Company (old)
Belt:  The Limited (old)

I had been trying to come up with a fresh way to wear this cobalt dress.  Since it's summer, I thought a lightweight white blazer would look crisp and be cool.

Heels:  Target (old)

Red really pops against cobalt, and together, I wound up with a red, white, and blue combo perfect for July!

Bangle:  The Limited (old)

Do you like wearing red, white, and blue?

For this dress in other looks, see here, here, here, here, and here
 
For this blazer in other looks, see here, here, here, here, here, here, here, and here