basketcase

Not sure why I look so forlorn in this photo... it was the end of a long day, I suppose!  I love this top.  I think I bought it my second year of law school to go under sutis... something slightly more interesting than your typical silk shell.  I have since discovered it also looks great with white jeans for a casual summer night out.

Orange Basket-Weave Neckline Shell - Banana Republic {2007}

Sterling "Jackie" Cardigan - J.Crew

Black Boy-Fit Pants - GAP

Silver Metallic Peep-Toe Wedges - Tory Burch

Gold Floral Earrings - J.Crew

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

new buddy

I feel like Purple and I are really getting along lately... My college roommate was a purple fiend. Thus, I OD'd-by-Osmosis on the hue and have just recently found myself enjoying it again.  

Purple Knit Dress - Banana Republic

Eggplant "Heritage" Cardigan - LEC

Quilted/Patent-Toe Gray & Black Flats - Delman

Amethyst Drop Earrings - gift

Skinny Black Patent Belt - came attached to some suit pants from LOFT

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Chunky Gold Cuff - Coach

purple + citron

I've said it before and I'm sure I'll say it again... This dress {Banana Republic... 2 years ago, maybe?} is ridiculously comfortable... plus it allows for Granny-Underpants.  {Yes, I said "underpants"... Sometimes when I'm feeling dainty, I say "underpinnings"... I loathe the P Word. Blahrg!}  GAP currently has a similar frock in stock... you better believe I snapped that sucker up as well!  

Purple Dress - Banana Republic

Citron "Heritage" Cardigan - LEC

Nude Patent "Happy" Pumps - Ann Klein via Piperlime {2009}

Yellow "Danielle" Earrings - Kendra Scott

Blush Metallic Skinny Belt - J.Crew

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Reader Question Answered:  My exact watch can be found here!  It is the Fossil Women's CE1004 White Ceramic & Gold Bracelet White Analog Multi-Function Watch.  Phew!  That's a mouthful!  

wrap it up

I'm sure there are exceptions, but I find the wrap-dress to be a universally flattering piece - perfect for a more casual office environment {so long as the bosoms are properly caged, that is}.  This isn't my favorite dress, but it might be my most-complimented out of all my professional wear... And it was about 25 buckaroonis at Target a million years ago. 

Navy Print Wrap Dress - Merona via Target

Brown Peep-Toe Pumps - Banana Republic

Yellow "Danielle" Earrings - Kendra Scott

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

turquoise & red

This was a huge wedding color combination the year we said "I Do."  Not my personal nuptial style, but I do like the contrast!

Red Dress - Ann Taylor Loft

Turquoise "Heritage" Cardigan - LEC

Brown Mary Janes - Banana Republic

Gold Flower Earrings - J.Crew

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

casual friday

While blue jeans aren't kosher on Casual Fridays in my office {only for attorneys...THE INJUSTICE!}, it seems I can get away with white trouser jeans... Perhaps they've been mistaken for linen pants, seeing as my Ironing Skillz are about nil?  And I suppose the long tank helps with the camouflage. 

Either / or... I'm not telling! 

Marigold "Heritage" Cardigan - LEC

Striped Ruffle-Neck Racerback Tank - LEC

White Trouser Jeans - GAP

Gold Reva Flats - Tory Burch

{Faux} Pearl & Diamond Studs - Banana Republic

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Gold Bangle - Coach

springy

So my posts here are a bit spastic... no rhyme or reason for why - I just haven't quite gotten back into my groove of snapping daily photos!  

... But, I figured a new red dress was worth the effort! 

I love styles like this because they flow seamlessly from work to play, and {let's be honest} the cinched elastic waist accommodates a little weight gain.  Without the belt, there is a nice blouse-y effect!  And I love the rip-stop zipper pocket detail! 

Have you bought anything new for Spring? 

Red Dress - Ann Taylor LOFT {current}

Cream Cardigan - J.Crew {circa 2008}

Brown Peep-toe Pumps - Banana Republic {circa 2008}

Yellow "Danielle" Earrings - Kendra Scott {current}

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Wide Brown Belt - Target {circa 2009}

Barney Tights

That's what Evs calls these.

He also asked if this wasn't the same thing I wore yesterday.  

Um.  No.  But I see his point. 

Dress - BCBG

Tights - Merona via Target

Black Patent Loafer Pump - Cole Haan

Pearl Cluster Earrings - Etsy Seller Bridal Emunique

Belt - Banana Republic

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Some questions answered...

- How do you create your wavy hair? 

I do the "curl down" with a 2 inch barrel curling iron... check out this how-to from Amy and Lyndsay! 

- Where did you buy the silver metallic peep-toe wedges?

They were purchased at Neiman Marcus although I cannot find them online.  The NorthPark store in Dallas had them 3 weeks ago! 

xxoo

Happy Heart Day!

Pink "Heritage" Cardigan - LEC

Orange Lattice Neck Silk Shell - Banana

Black Boy Fit Pants - GAP

Blush Crinkle Metallic Shoes - J.Crew

Gold Headband - Target

Gold Flower Earrings - J.Crew

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Vegas: Moth Woman

Printed "Moth" Top - local boutique {"Mine"... I think}

Black Tank - Forever 21

Always Skinny Jeans - GAP

Silver Metallic Peep-toe Wedges - Tory Burch

Earrings - Anthropologie

Big Gold Bangle - Coach

Sparkly Bangle - Banana

mellow yellow

Worn for Birthday Dinner at Hibiscus.

Sunny Safari Blouse - Girls from Savoy / Anthropologie

White Tank - Nordstrom Intimates

Always Skinny Jeans - GAP

Silver Metallic Peep-Toe Wedges - Tory Burch

Earrings - Amrita Singh

K Stamped Necklace - Sonya Renee

Gold Medallion Necklace - gift

White Ceramic Watch - Fossil

Sparkle Bangle - Banana Republic

Gold Bangle - Coach

sunday brunch

New iPhone makes things rather yellow... huh

Plum "Heritage" Cardigan - Lands' End Canvas

Royal Blue Silk Rosette Tank - Banana

Always Skinny Jeans - GAP

Gray & Black Quilted/Patent Flats - Delman

Gold C Necklace - Coach

Purple Urple

Day...

Dress: Banana Republic

Argyle Cardigan: Land's End Canvas

Black Tights: Spanx

Gray OTK "Hero" Boots: Banana

Pearl Cluster Earrings: Etsy Seller Bridal Emunique

Skinny Blush Metallic Belt: J.Crew
White Ceramic Watch: Fossil

Night...

{how's that for a confused blond look?}

{birthday kicks!}

Sweater: Banana

Metallic Peep-Toe Wedges: Tory Burch

alpaca, alpaca

The Evster is super excited about my Alpaca Vest.  

As am I.  With fickle Texas temperatures throughout the winter months, vests are always a good bet. They can be worn over sweaters, long-sleeve tees, blousy tunices - even dresses.  

This one is quite cuddly... me encanta! 

Cranberry Silk Sweater - Banana Republic

Alpaca Vest - GAP*

Black Jeggings - GAP

Gray OTK "Hero" Boots - Banana Republic

Faux Pearl Earrings... not a clue

*in stores now, but can't find the link online

be(ar)gyled

Who loves a lame title?  

This girl! 

This is about as Blair Waldorf as I'll roll... but it was a fun way to spice up a sweater that I usually wear with jeans and boots!  

Argyle Sweater - Banana Republic

Silk Plum Skirt - J.Crew

Black Tights - Spanx

Black Patent Oxford Pumps - Cole Haan

Gold Headband - Target 

holly jolly office holiday party

Last week, I did a little post over on EA about my holiday party attire potentials...

Unfortunately, we skipped my department's party on Friday after finding out that Evs' grandmother passed away, and I was too busy trying out my Shake Weight and sneaking Hypnotiq into everyone's glass at our Holiday Fest to snap any photos on Saturday, but here's how the ensemble for Evs' department's Christmas shindig on Thursday shaped up...

I was pretty pleased overall... (save for my roots!) - I love this skirt from Ann Taylor Loft - and it's currently 50% off!  It has definitely added a nice dash of color to my winter "business casual" duds. 

 Black Turtleneck - Banana Republic

Floral Twisted Hem Skirt - Ann Taylor Loft

Tights - Spanx

Perfect Patent Pump - Ann Taylor

Earrings - Anthropologie

Black Cocktail Ring - The Limited

C Medallion Necklace - Coach

Gold Cuff - Coach 

cozy cardigans

Been running a little late the past few mornings... not enough time to snap photos and post before work!  But here's yesterday's outfit.... I'm so glad it's finally getting and staying cooler during the day!  

This nubby black wrap cardigan is a favorite winter purchase from two years ago - it's the perfect layering piece!  I love that it's short-sleeved but thick - I can throw it over light fall and spring items for when there's just a slight chill in the air, or pop it over other sweaters for mega-warmth! 

Chunky Wrap Cardigan Sweater - Banana Republic

Peacock Silk T-Shirt Dress - Banana Republic

Black Tights - Merona via Target

Gray OKC Boots - Banana Republic

Gold Cuff - Coach

And here's todays... only slightly worse for the wrinkles!  The "bold sun" is definitely my favorite of my Heritage Cardigan obsession collection - I think it's a perfect example of a shade of yellow that works well for most skin tones and hair colors!  Blonds can wear yellow!  

And, um, I really can't gush about these GAP Boy Fit trousers enough... Peppermint Bliss spoke to my soul today, describing her quest for the perfect, casual, boyfriend-jeans-centered look... I look like a frumptastic sausage person in boyfriend jeans... and I've tried on muchos.  BUT!  These pants are a bit like the work version of the boyfriend jean... and they are actually flattering (although, I'm not sure the photos depict that so much... hmmmm... hopefully I'm not just delusional) - L-O-V-E, LOVE! 

Bold Sun "Heritage" Cardigan - Lands' End Canvas

Polkadot Shell - J.Crew

Black "Boy Fit" Trousers - GAP

Patent Loafer Pumps - Cold Haan

two-fer

Thursday's Ensemble...

Dress - Milly

Belt - Banana Republic

Black Tights - Merona via Target

Boots - Banana Republic

Flower Earrings - Banana Republic

Friday's Ensemble...

Another fabulous pair of black GAP pants!  These are the Real Skinnies in Tall.  And I'm adoring my Belted Sweater Vest (also a la GAP).. I plan on living in this thing for winter!  

Belted Sweater Vest - GAP

White Fitted Tee - Old Navy

Black "Real Skinny" Pants - GAP

Gunmetal "Lissie" Flats - Tory Burch

Gold & Amethyst Feather Earrings - Kendra Scott 

we like great big hairy chested men!

Today I'm sporting a piece that Evs so affectionately refers to as the Hairy Chest Jacket.

I usually respond to his cracks by belting out a Really, Really Cool & Tough (<-- Sarcasm) Sorority Song from back in the day.  

But I'll refrain from those shenanigans here.

Chiffon Ruffle Jacket - Ann Taylor

Green Top - Banana Republic

Black Pencil Skirt - Michael by Michael Kors

Rose Metallic "Claudia" Pumps - J.Crew via Ebay

Stamped K Necklace - Sonya Renee