In The Fashionista's Closet

About the 'fit:

Again with this jacket there is a small pattern on it that you probably cannot see, I love mixing the same colors but a large and small pattern together. I didn't buy these pieces together but I think it works, n'est pas?

Turquoise/white jacket - Rafaella either via Ross or Marshalls
Turquoise/white button down - Nautica
White pencil skirt - Banana Republic *I have had this skirt for years, I'm sure it was on sale when I got it but it has been a staple piece for my summer wardrobe*
Yellow Manolo Blahnik pump - Neiman Marcus Last Call

I adore bright colors and yellow, as well as green is a fave. I saw these pumps at Last Call a couple of years ago, on sale, in my size and my heart fluttered. 'Nuff said.....

Trend Alert:Bib necklaces

Statement necklaces are still reigning into Fall and bib necklaces take the simplest outfit to the next level.

Steal:

asos $45.98; Bebe $29


Anthropologie Livia $48; Urban Outfitters $48


Urban Outfitters $48; Forever 21 $11.80

Splurge:


Tory Burch $395; Banana Republic $150


Ranjana Khan $1,200; Lee Angel $195

Or you can go another route and rock the look with a faux necklace embellishment.


Bebe embellished bib necklace top $79; J. Crew tissue tee $125

Tie One On

Tie neck blouses bring sweet and ladylike to the forefront and can be layered underneath blazers or simply paired with a pencil skirt to add that touch of elegance without being matronly.


Thakoon Falling Confetti blouse $990

Talbots tie neck blouse $79

Dolce & Gabbana leopard print stretch satin tie neck blouse $1,195















Fred Flare Sunset tie blouse $52

Dillard's Walter puckered satin blouse $56.40 (on sale!)

Banana Republic silk striped blouse $70


Anthropologie Laurasia Leaf blouse $98

Cigarettes, Anyone?

I'll admit that I was apprehensive about trying cigarette pants, I have a large derriere and felt that no good could come of me trying to fit it into a pair of pants that are defined as "straight and narrow." But I was pleasantly surprised at how versatile these were, you can pair them with a tunic or add a blazer for a dressier vibe. I found some black ones at Gap and I wear them with thong sandals, ballerina flats and sky high heels and they make me feel so Audrey Hepburn-ish!

Piazza Sempione cigarette pant $370
Image via O Magazine

Eluxury Dior shantung cigarette pants $594 (on sale!)

Cigarette stretch pant $79 @ Banana Republic

Michael Kors "Samantha" cigarette pant $650

Newport News sateen cigarette pant $29

Image via The Sartorialist

Want to make your own? Do It Yourself and alter a pair of pants you already own!

What I Want NOW!

The description for this cheery taffeta skirt says "A sunny look for after hours" but I think that this is a perfect work skirt combined with a simple white tee and could also be paired with a fitted tank and skinny heels for a night out. Cute cute cute!


Victoria's Secret taffeta skirt $108 (on sale!)

I adore being such a girly girl; ruffles, flowers and bows make me melt on the inside. These satin stilettos are pure heaven and are a steal for $54!


ASOS Premium side corsage satin shoes $53.92

I would wear these boyfriend jeans with the heels pictured above for a mix of sass and slouch. I am going to go thrifting in the men's section and see if I can find a cheap version of these. (OR I could raid my boyfriend's closet....hmmmm...)


Banana Republic Medium wash boyfriend jean $89

Reunited and it feels so good......

Banana Republic and I had a falling out. I was bored with their lack of vision and for trying to "re-train" me by not marking things down as often and in the time period that they used to. So I pouted, I held my breath and when that didn't work, I ignored them. For weeks; then months. Well with Spring around the corner I thought I'd let bygones be bygones and see what was new. They have a couple of pieces that I am salivating for, but the jury is still out on "our" future.


Multi-color threaded bead necklace $78; Heritage satchel $348


Leather two tone belt $58; Silk square neck a-line top $68


Abstract quartz ring $42; Beaded colorblock necklace $88