Mix It Up!

Happy, happy Thursday! I think Thursdays are my favorite day; it means I've survived the hump (Wednesday) and the weekend begins in a mere 24 hours!

Speaking of favorites, this outfit may just be a new favorite of mine. Sometimes inspiration gives you a crazy idea, and you just have to go with it. I was at Zara, looking for a quick lunch break fix, and I pretty much walked out with this outfit. The inspiration came from these trousers. The fit, color, and stripes are just so perfect for this season. When I came home I decided to get really nautical with it and clash the pants with some stripes on top. To keep the look from being too busy, I grounded it with a short sleeve denim top. For some glamourous elements, I threw on a fun necklace, and metallic pumps. And finally to keep myself warm, because I wore this on a drizzly day, my trusty cocoon coat was the perfect topper. I love the mix of patterns, colors, textures, and silhouettes with this look, and I hope you do too!

Striped Shirt: Banana Republic. Denim shirt, Trousers, and Shoes: Zara. Coat: J. Crew. Clutch: Anthropologie. Necklace: Forever 21.

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Hint of Summer

The top I'm wearing in this outfit is a favorite of mine. The bright print, flirty peplum, and open back (covered by the coat) just read summertime to me. Whenever I throw it on, it puts me in a better mood, so I decided to make it work with my trusty heavy coat, and polka dot heels for some warmth and fun pattern play.

Coat: J. Crew. Top: Anthropologie. Jeans: Joe's Jeans. Heels: Madewell. Bag: Zara. Belt: Men's Banana Republic.

 

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Black & White

Hi all! I haven't dressed in an ensemble like this in a long, long time. The dress code at my work is pretty laid back, and on top of that, I'm running around most of the time, so jeans, booties, and tees work best. However, sometimes a girl needs to dress up, so this is my version of a power suit. I took the classic pencil/blouse combo, in a very simple color scheme, and punched it up with prints, and piping details. A pop of green in the necklace, an architectural shoe, and cocoon coat, really modernize the classic look, making it quite timeless, if I do say so myself ;) What do you think?

Blouse: BB Dakota via Stitch Fix. Skirt: Anthropologie. Coat: J. Crew. Glasses: Coach. Shoes and Bag: Anthropologie. Necklace: Forever 21.

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Cocktail Hour

When it's freezing cold outside, and you have a nice event to go to after work, what do you do? LAYER! After work Monday night, I went to an event at Benefit Cosmetics, so I had to look decently cute, right? I wore a pretty peplum dress from Anthro, and layered a cropped cashmere sweater over it. A warm wool cocoon coat, fleece lined leggings, and knee high boots protect from the elements. Of course, I added a sparkly necklace, and bubblegum pink lip- it's Benefit Cosmetics after all!

Dress: Anthropologie. Sweater: Anthropologie. Coat: J. Crew. Leggings: Unknown via TJ Maxx. Boots: Rachel Comey. Necklace: Forever 21.

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Currently Craving: Rag & Bone

I love this Rag & Bone coat, and on super sale it's so tempting to break my New Year's Resolution. What should I do?!

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Trend Spotting: Cocoon Coats

Cocoon Coats have been seen all over the Fall '12 runways, and it's a no-brainer purchase for anyone in the market for a new coat. The silhouette is quite easy, and modern, and most are constructed in very warm fabrics, making for a very cozy coat! Try a bright color, or fun print it you're being adventurous. But, if you are replacing a classic coat, black or any other neutral will be perfect for years to come. I recently tried on the green J. Crew coat seen below, and I highly recommend it!!

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