Off Duty | Work Style

Good morning friends! I'm finally back from a much needed getaway and family fun with my pint-sized niece. Things I learned while away: 5 year olds cannot handle Space Mountain, Orlando gets insanely chilly at night, and I need to plan more getaways with my sister (we had so much fun together).

Heading back to the office (and oh-so refreshed) I figured what better time than now to bring out the big guns, i.e. this navy blazer.

It's true what they say about blazers being an essential closet power-player. They can change the feel of any outfit and are a great piece to wear on important meetings. It does take time to find the one, but when you do make sure you get it tailored - a fitted blazer is a signal that this lady is ready to WORK and MAKE MOVES up any career ladder.

Blazer: Theory (affordable version)  Shirt: J. Crew  Jeans: Vigoss  Necklace: c/o Nashelle  Earrings: The Sak  Boots: Wanted (similar style)  Purse: c/o Ora Delphine  Foundation: Ready Set Gorgeous by Covergirl

This week is jam-packed with a few fashion affairs and date-nights with the S.O. so had to keep the look fashion-forward but office-friendly (aka off-duty while on duty). In order to do this I skipped the slacks and went straight for dark denim + a white bucket meant to grab anyone's attention. Accessories were minimal and kept to this hand-made piece from Nashelle and The Sak hoops (love my hoops). I find that keeping it all simple can make any look, effortless - don't cha think?

Like a spaz, I completely forgot to add on my favorite shade of red, but I do recommend Audrey from NARS Audacious line. 

P.s. Doing a capsule wardrobe for 2015? Consider adding these great and versatile pieces (blazer, white shirt, dark denim) to your wardrobe. 

Photos by Lydia Hudgens.

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Five Friday Favorites

Flying to Orlando for a quick getaway, but for those of you still stuck at work (I feel you boo) here are fun + inspiring things you may enjoy! 

1. This post from Victoria McGinley hit the nail on the head when it comes to real life versus perceived life, i.e. Instagram. SO MANY preach emojis after I read that!

2. Trying to find your zen for 2015? Me too, hence this piece this written piece for Classpass on putting myself first. 

3. Downgrading my closet slowly but surely and am finding great inspiration from Un-Fancy. Almost gives me the courage to attempt a capsule collection... Almost. Baby steps, guys.

4. Found another great nail paint that's 3-free (i.e. bad chemicals we shouldn't be using) and the perfect color for any aquarius. The brand is called adorn nails and you should check them out!

5. Cliffton Dry bubbly is replacing my usual Fri-YAY lager and for good reason. By using a process that's akin to sparkling wine than traditional cider, the end product is light, golden, and refreshing. If you're in the tri-state area, get yourself a bottle or two.

Cheers to the weekend!!

Winter Weekend and Beyond Uniform

This weekend's challenge - make my suede BEARPAW Cinna boots chic enough for any day of the week. Trust, it was a bit hard to deviate from the norm - leggings. To spend the day in forgiving fabrics sound like a dream, add in a Bloody Mary, it's a typical Sunday. Yet with boots this warm, I wanted them to work on a chilly Monday too. 

Vest: Zara (similar)  Sweater: All Saints (similar style)  Jeans: Abercrombie & Fitch (similar style)  Bracelet: Etienne Aigner  Boots: c/o BEARPAW  Purse: c/o Elliot Lucca  Lipstick: Audrey by NARS

Ugh, now I'm craving a Bloody Mary - like ten of them. But... How do you guys like the look?! I felt so classy strolling through Duane Reade's snack aisle when wearing this, like so classy.

Sometimes a gal just wants to wear comfy shoes but needs to be semi-presentable (and really warm at the same time). These boots and this faux fur vest were made in chic-heaven for each other.

After covering all the comfy + chic bases, it was time to upgrade my purse for something that's more technology advanced. Enter the Genevieve tote, which holds my Kindle, Laptop and (way too) many organizers - perfect for the always on the go girl or social media chick. All in all, when you find the purse that fits your life, you can't do anything but jump for joy.

How do you ladies style your suede boots or Uggs during the weekend and workweek? Would love to get new ideas :).

Photos by Lydia Hudgens.

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