Monday, November 10, 2014

Monday Workday

Check out that coffee mug! Next time someone tries to make a problem yours, just say, "Not my circus." But of course if you start saying that, the next time something is your problem, you are obligated to admit, "Yeah, those are my monkeys." Try it some time this week. It's sure to be an office hit and not at all awkward.

I love white sweaters, and this one is just my style: loads of chunky texture, lovely color, and 3/4 length sleeves. Trying to match tops with patterned skirts can be tricky without just throwing on a white or black super-plain top and calling it a boring day. The texture of the sweater makes it its own statement piece, but it still goes nicely. And you can't go wrong with leather.

In case you are squirming about the shoes, the "no white shoes after labor day" rule was thrown out the window by the fashion world eons ago, so just do it. Don't be scared! This creamy color is definitely a safe bet. I learned this while working retail one holiday season (David Sedaris explains working in retail during the holidays better than I ever could). The holiday collection included "Winter White" pants and skirts. I bought a pair of the gorgeous lined wool pants, and predictably completely ruined them with gravy and red wine during all of the Thanksgiving-Christmas-birthday-New Year's festivities, but they were still worth every penny.


Monday Workday

Friday, November 7, 2014

Saturday, Chill day

Relaxing weekend ahead. Maybe some freezer/crockpot meal prep for the week. King penguin and I are definitely listening to either a) Miles Davis, or b) Led Zeppelin, because those are my Saturday motivation jams.

I know, I know, the sweater is a bit twee. But is it not so adorable and soft and comfy looking? I just love that little king penguin, and I don't even know him. Hearts for eyes? I mean, come on!

Happy weekend!


Weekend

Casual Friday

Navy blue is my favorite neutral. It's elegant and cool and classy. It looks beautiful with gold and brown. The yellow pants are a pretty contrast honoring the tan and gold everywhere else, plus it's a way to incorporate yellow pants into your wardrobe, and we could all use a little help there. Did you notice the kitties on the umbrella? How sweet!

TGIF, my friends!

Casual Friday

Thursday, November 6, 2014

Party night

Thursday night is party night, right? Maybe not normally for parents who work, but whatever! It's my husband's birthday so the rules are out the window.

The gold shoes make me think of one of those high collared jackets from the 80s. In fact, the outfit reminds me of the drunk girl in Sixteen Candles who cuts her friend's hair because it's stuck in a door. Anyone recall that scene? I think she's wearing a fancy dress and a fur coat. Though, the wearer of this getup could NOT get sloshed before driving a $200K car, or even a bicycle for that matter. Party responsibly, people.

Party night

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Happy hour

I absolutely did not intend to come up with a holiday outfit, but when you have Christmas music on in the background (who, me?) these things can happen. But just because it is green and gold with a hint of red, doesn't mean it has to be for the holidays; I think gold sequined shoes are perfectly acceptable for a weekday at work. The martini, however, should probably wait until happy hour.



Happy hour

Monday, November 3, 2014

Fall sweater dress

So much for mild weather in the south, it's gotten to near freezing the past few nights and sweater weather is in full swing. Not to mention that it seems the heat hasn't turned on yet in our building, so BRRRRR!

Simple one today, but this dress has a lot to say all on its own. It looks so cozy and soft with lots of sass. Collarless coats seem to be a thing this year, and this one is pretty cool with the leather lining and details.

Fall sweater dress

Saturday, November 1, 2014

Weekend - Keep Paris Burning

As far as I can tell, the Keep Paris Burning shirt is a reference to a 1991 movie about an underground culture of minority transgender and gay people in New York in the 80s and 90s. Or to a crazy rebellion in Paris at some point in history. Hard to tell. Of course I Googled it (I'm a legit writer, not a heathen!), and most of the sites that popped up were just selling this shirt, so your guess is as good as mine, unless you are an historian or anthropologist, in which case, please help.

I know I'm bucking the white Chuck Taylor trend with these gray beauties, but call me a rebel. What really started all of this was the very inviting blazer that is sophisticated with just enough bad-ass hidden on the inside to inspire a rebel's shirt, dramatic nails, and army canvas. I wore something similar to this outfit (minus the obscure cultural reference) to take my son to the pumpkin patch for Halloween. Yeah, I'm hardcore.


Weekend - Keep Paris Burning