Work it Blog

Cardigan: LOFT
Jeans: Kohl's
Shoes: DSW
Necklace: honeymoon souvenir

I think I might be too much in love with these jeans. It is entirely possible that I wear them EVERY Friday. I might have to work on that.

In other news, this cardi is totally something Mr. Rodgers would wear! What a cool dude he is. Won't you be my neighbor?

Sweater: LOFT
Pants: ?
Shoes: Daisy Fuentes (via Kohl's)
Necklace: Macy's

I am a pretty big fan of this outfit. It feels spunky and fun - just like me! Plus, my sandals finally found their way out of my closet. I like the idea of my pants bringing the spunk! That's a weird thing to say, but I said it anyway!

I realized about 1/2 way through the day that I wore a similar color combination last week. Apparently, I am a creature of habit.

Everyone, have a fantastic Memorial Day weekend! If you are making your way to my 'neck of the woods' for the Indianapolis 500, make sure to clean up after yourselves!

Dress: London Fog (via TJ Maxx)
Shoes: Guess (via Macy's)
Necklace: honeymoon souvenir

Today, I knew I was going to be outside a bit in the hot afternoon, so I thought this sleeveless dress would come in handy.  It it also the most fancy professional looking dress I have!  I feel a little sassy when I wear it, so look out!

How would you dress professionally for hot weather?

Dress:Francesca's
Belt:gift
Shoes:?
Necklace:Vera Wang (via Kohl's)

I was so comfortable in this outfit. It is finally warm here in Indiana, so this dress is light and breezy to keep me cool. I like the fabric because it feels luxurious.

I had a great time this weekend. I had a chance to go shopping with my shopping buddy (my sister). She's been out of the shopping universe for a while having an awesome little baby boy!

I guess I don't have anything witty to say today.  Bummer.

Shirt: Von Maur
Skirt: LOFT
Cardi: Francesca's
Shoes: DSW

I totally look like a librarian today! I'm not sure that it suites me, but I do think this outfit works.  I threw in several different textures, and I enjoyed the experiment. The whole idea behind this blog is to explore ways to make "business casual" more exciting, so in that sense I think this is successful.

I just got this skirt from the LOFT this weekend. It was way on sale! So now I'm going to have to find some new and fun ways to style it. I always go with the easiest (most obvious) way first. For some reason, my brain needs to go through a process to find the more interesting ideas that come later.

Shirt: ELLE (via Kohl's)
Cardi: Macy's
Jeans: Kohl's
Shoes: Blowfish (via DSW)
Necklace: Honeymoon Souvenir

I like this outfit because it is flowery and happy. I think the proportions are good even though I look slightly prego in these pictures. Sidenote, I've been wearing this necklace a lot lately.

My puppy makes sad faces at me in the morning when I'm getting ready to leave, so I thought I'd give her a big big hug! Sweet puppers!

Shirt: gift
Pants: Express
Scarf/Belt: gift
Shoes: Carlos Santana (gift)

Its interesting how I don't realize how much of my wardrobe has been gifted to me until I start writing a post. odd. Thanks gifters! (that's not a word)

In other news, I totally stole this scarfy belt idea from Liz over at 26andCounting.  She's pretty awesome, and I think she might also have magical powers.  She says she went to school in KY, but I bet she secretly went to Hogwarts!

Dress: Jessica Simpson (via TJ Maxx)
Sweater: Forever 21
Shoes: Guess (via Macy's)

I really struggled with this outfit.  I hate when I plan something the night before and when I put it on the next day it completely sucks!  That's how I ended up with this outfit. I'm not in love with this because it sort of feels like something a 9 year old  would put together. On the bright side, this dress was super comfy to work in! Win!

Sweater: gift
Pants: gift
Belt: from an H&M shirt
Shoes: Charlotte Russe

I'm on the fence with the yellow shoes, but I'm excited about the addition of the polka dotted belt. It brings a little somethin' somthin to the outfit.

Also, my puppy decided to photo bomb me in the first picture. She's so darn cute!

Shirt: Walmart
Jeans: Roxy (via Macy's)
Shoes: Chinese Laundry (via DSW)
Necklace: Honeymoon souvenir

This is such a simple combination. There is nothing particularly creative about this, but it is a pretty good outfit in spite of not being very innovative.

And check me out!  Finding new places to take pictures!  I guess a person can change.

Shirt: TJ Maxx
Skirt: Macy's
Shoes: Nine West (gift)
Necklace: Vera Wang (via Kohl's)

I like this outfit.  I realize there is a lot of embellishment around my middle section, but darnit I don't care! You'll just have to love me despite my flaws!

I've been wearing too many skirts lately.  maybe i should challenge myself to wear pants at least 3 out of 5 times in one week.

Sweater: gift
Skirt: Forever 21
Shoes: Daisy Fuentes (via Kohl's)
Necklace: ElderBeerman

I like this outfit. The colors make me happy and the skirt is whimsical.  Plus, who doesn't like some sunflower colored maryjanes?  No One?  that's what I thought!

This skirt has a cute shape, and it has this really neat texture to it. When I pulled out this skirt, I felt like I could do anything I wanted to do.  Yay white bottoms!

Dress: Target
Shoes: DSW
Necklace: Vera Wang (via Kohl's)

Also see HaiYen's Post about dressing for graduation!

Shirt: Victoria's Secret
Pants: ?
Shoes: Endless.com
Belt: stolen from another dress
Necklace: Macy's

I'm not sure if it is allowed or not, but I'm wearing fuchsia with purple. *gasps from the crowd* I know no rules!

I actually was forced into this outfit by my running-late-to-work-ness.  I grew to dislike it more and more as the day wore on. While I do like the color combination here, I shouldn't have put these booties with those pants. The platforms are so intense that they make my pants look short - which they are not.  Oh well!  Better luck next week!

As for me I'm going to see my baby sister graduate from college this weekend! Wow, now my pants are short and I feel old!

Dress: Charlotte Russe
Jacket: gift
Shoes: Nina (DSW)
Necklace: ElderBeerman

Yes. I do like making up words. Why do you ask?

More new shoes.  These shoes are completely a ME version of a nude pump.  They totally qualify as both nude in color and "pump" in shape, but they have a little bitta shimmer and a little bitta pizazz.

Dress: Forever 21
Shoes: Bakers Shoes
Shrug: Von Maur
Necklace: gift

Here's what I ended up wearing on Easter! It could have been better, but alas, I did not have time to shop for a new sweater/jacket. I do like what the periwinkle shrug brings to the table in terms of color pallet. Also, I "heart" fresh water pearls.  They make my heart sing.  (yep it is a cool trick!)

Even though this is late, I hop everyone's Easter was hoppy.  Yep.  Double Pun.  Happy Wednesday!

Shirt: Kohl's
Skirt: LOFT
Shoes: Madden Luxe (via DSW)
Necklace: honeymoon souvenir

I am super tired of taking pictures in the rain.  Its just not fun!! At least I finally got my self a super secret awesome remote, so now I am less likely to die running back and forth from my camera.

I really love this skirt.  Like, a lot. I have trouble styling it sometimes - mostly because of the color. I've very pleased with this outfit today! I'm not sure the proportions are perfect, but I'm okay with that. We had a delicious lunch with clients and I got a couple of compliments.  That has to be a good sign, right?

Dress: Target
Belt: stolen from another dress
Boots: DSW
Necklace: gift

These boots were made for walkin' - sort of.  I finally replaced my deceased black boots.  These little jems were 70% of $120!  Those kinds of deals make my heart flutter!

This outfit was so much better before my awesome fuchsia tights got a run in them! Oh the horror! Oh well, I guess you'll just have to look at my knees!

Shirt: Macy's
Jeans: Kohl's
Scarf: gift
Shoes: DSW

I love the colors in this outfit, and if you can't tell from the photo, my scarf has little sparkley-ness woven in. I'm not sure I like the proportions of this outfit, but it works okay.

Thanks and Congrats to our Military today!