Manic Monday: Day & Night

Lately, I have really been interested in increasing the versatility of the pieces in my wardrobe.  When I ordered the bow-front tunic from Eloquii, I was immediately drawn to the sweetness of the piece, but I knew that I would also want to add more edge to it.

Dress:  Eloquii (Available here)

So, for work recently, l lost the bow but kept the dress fully buttoned-up.  I added a polished blazer to add structure to the dress and to create a more professional feel. 

Jacket:  Apt. 9 Petites (Available at Kohl's here)

I think it's important to keep a spark of your personality in your work style, so I went with floral heels with lace-up detail.  They add a little extra flair to this simple look.

Shoes:  Prabal Gurung for Target

I finished this look with a coated tweed clutch to add a bit of no-nonsense texture.

Clutch:  The Limited

While I kept things a bit more tailored and polished for work, I could easily transition this dress to evening.

Jacket:  Boohoo Plus (Available here)

Here, I loosened the collars on the dress and popped on a black moto jacket. 

The floral heels and ruffle clutch keep things a little sweet, but the overall feel is more laid-back and a little sexy.

Clutch:  Hollywould for Target

I love that even though these two looks are very similar, they have different vibes and allow me to enjoy this dress for both night and day.

Glasses:  Firmoo.com

What are some ways you increase versatility in your wardrobe?

For the dress in another look, see here.
For the moto jacket in other looks, see here and here.
For the blazer in other looks, see here, here, and here.

Wild Card Wednesday: That Versatile Skirt

This skirt is such a favorite that I excitedly keep styling it in different ways.  Today, I went for a flirty, feminine look that I would wear for an evening out, a date, or even a daytime event.

Skirt:  Lane Bryant (Available here)

Top:  Eloquii

I considered a shoe or clutch in another bright color, but I decided that I preferred the simplicity of black and white. 

Shoes:  New Look Wide Fit (Available here)

The white clutch creates a nice graphic contrast.

Clutch:  NY&CO
Glasses:  Coach

I finished the look with a simple gold bangle and dangly earrings.

Earrings:  Eloquii
Bangle:  Target

How would you style this skirt?

For the skirt in other looks, see here and here.
For the top in other looks, see here and here.

Girly Details

Hope your week is treating you right! 

Dress:  LOFT (Similar here)
Blazer:  eShakti

Yesterday for work, I took an already feminine fit-and-flare dress and added a pink eyelet blazer and floral lace-up heels for a look with a lot of girly flair.

Shoes:  Prabal Gurung for Target
Bracelets:  The Limited

While I love a grown-up romantic and feminine look, I usually don't like to go over-the-top girly.  This outfit strikes a good balance to me.  The shoes have just a touch of edginess, and the blazer adds structure that helps offset the bubblegum pink color.

Clutch:  Target (old)

How about you?  Do you enjoy a girly look?

For this blazer in another outfit, see here.
For this dress in other looks, see here and here.

True Romance

Today's black and white look features a color blocked chiffon dress with pretty pleating detail.

Dress:  The Limited (old)
Blazer:  Forever 21+ (Available here)

Belt:  The Limited

I added a cropped jacket, knotted belt, and floral lace-up heels.  

Shoes:  Prabal Gurung for Target

I love that this look has a very romantic vibe.  

I also really love this dress, but I have difficulty styling it.  Dresses offer limited styling options anyway, but so far, I've only paired this with black blazers and jackets.  I think the dress might work with pastels like mint or pale pink, but I still seem to reach for the black to wear with it.

Purse:  Target (old)

How would you style this dress?

For other ways I've styled this dress, see here and here.
For more of spring's black and white fashion trend, see here.

Mint to Be

Today, I paired this faux leather gored skirt with a mint crochet tee and beaded chainlink necklace.  

Skirt:  The Limited (Available here)
Heels:  Prabal Gurung for Target (Not available on-line; available in some stores; see here)

For work, I kept the look simple (and warm) with a classic black blazer, black mesh tights, and ankle boots.

Blazer:  The Limited (Similar here)
Tote:  New York & Company (Similar )

I debated whether to wear the cropped blazer or classic suit jacket this morning.  I opted for the longer blazer for work, but after seeing the pictures, I definitely prefer the cropped jacket with this look as the proportions work better together.

I had originally conceived of this skirt and top as part of an evening look.  Floral lace-up heels from Prabal Gurung's recent line for Target and a straw clutch help make the outfit evening-ready.  

I love the fresh and modern shape of this skirt.  Leather is somewhat unexpectedly a major trend for spring.  Expect to see many leather and faux-leather options in stores this spring.

Earrings:  The Limited (Available here)
Necklace:  Target (Sold out on-line; may be available in some stores)

I'm also super excited about all of the mint green items popping up in stores.  It's one of my favorite colors!

Clutch:  Target (old)
Bracelets:  Express, Claire, local jewelry show

Would you wear a faux leather skirt in spring? Will you be wearing mint green this spring?

To see cropped blazer in other looks, see here, here, here, and here.

See classic blazer in other looks, here, here, here, here, here, and here.