Work Wear Wednesday: Peplum Safari

Ah...work wear wenesday. I love to come up with new work looks. It's a delicate balance between style and practicality. Today's look is all about the blouse. This super cute (super old) leopard print peplum blouse is one of my favs! Last year I wrote a post about this piece and I had put it in my 'clothes to sell' pile, but I attempt to wear each item at least once and see if I'll change my mind. Long story short, this one snuck out of the pile and back into my closet. Sneaky little thing! I love pairing this top with neutral pants and shoes and a nice pop of jewels on top! Simply perfect for this beautiful hump day!

Enjoy your week everyone! #halfway

xo

-A-

Get the look: *click the links below*

Top: (very similar) Leopard Peplum Blouse

Pants: H&M

Shoes: Target

Necklace: from LeTote (similar) Necklace 

Will it ever be warm?

The forecast for this Saturday (my B-day) is a high of 38...come on mother nature throw me a bone! The pics for today's look may look like it's getting warmer in Indy, but it's a crock! The temps are hovering in the 30's and I'm over it. In honor of my b-day I request a rise in temperature of 25 degrees. We'll see if I'm being heard on this request, but it should be a fun weekend nonetheless! 

Have a great Thursday!

xo

-A-

Scarf: Nordstrom BP (old), Top: Nordstrom Rack (similar options below), Boots: Shoedazzle (old)

Plaid shirt options:

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Casually yours..

With these rising and falling temps throughout the day it's nice to have a bunch of easy light layering pieces. I love this casual look from the sneaks to the loose fitting sweater. I remember in college this time of year, I would leave in sweats all bundled then change around lunch for the warm temps then throw on layers for the night time! It's a crazy season, but I love it, because after all it's warm relief from the bitter Indiana winters and I get to wear more than one outfit a day! Then again, I'm kind of a weirdo like that. 

-A-

TGIF

Having Friday's off to work on my blog is sooo nice! Needless to say, I am having trouble finding motivation today, negative temps will do that to a fashion blogger! Today's look is super simple with just the right amount of fun pieces. I like to pair simple looks with pops of pattern, texture, color, or jewels. I love these adorable leopard mini heels I got for Christmas, they are a great way to add a funky element to an otherwise simple look. I opted for a chunky-ish gold necklace to bring that extra bit of eye candy up top. 

Off to freeze my behind off! Have a great TGIF

xo

-A-

Florals running wild

Today's look is a great mix of patterns with this artistic style floral and the ever prevailing neutral print..leopard! I love this sweater! It was my most recent Le Tote item and I am having trouble sending it back, but tis life! When I saw this sweater I had a ton of different ways to style it pop in my head. I loved pairing it with this bold leopard print. With all of these bold patterns it's surprising how neutral this look is, which makes it super easy to wear for most occasions. Well, I'm off to my office Christmas party! Little hint...my outfit has reindeer on it. As I leave you with that thought, check out my blog this week to see that look!

xo

-A-

Simply Safari

"Is that yet another fur vest she owns?" you wonder. Yes indeed, I figure in Indiana it's not the worst 

idea to have a couple faux fur items laying around. Although, if they're laying around I actually freak out when I step on them, thinking it's Penny! So instead it's nice to have some faux fur "hanging" around!

I like this one, because it's shorter, thus not quite as much of a statement piece as the other vest. That being said, the print is more fun and can work well with a neutral outfit like today's or mixing it with other prints! 

How do you rock the animal print? 

xo

-A-

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Life on the wild side...

Alright alright, so I don't live life on the wild side, but I try to dress that way! A little animal print never hurt anyone. I saw a post on one of my favorite blogs The Sweetest Thing and was inspired to belt my chunky scarf. I opted for my leopard one, but I'm on the hunt for a cute plaid one like hers. 

I love taking little things like belts or scarves and making a stunner outfit. The best way to do this is to find inspiration from all different avenues. Whether you're following blogs, designers, or fashion week. Take note and step up your fashion game! 

xo

-A-

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A little PEPlum in my step!

I was very excited to snatch up this amazing necklace at A Do Hair Design! I got to snag this baby for a great price and I'm sure it will be paid off with compliments in no time. I'm not a huge jewelry person, but if I do get jewelry I tend to get statement pieces. Why not, right? I struggled to figure out a good outfit to pair with this stunning necklace, but thankfully I had this leopard peplum top lurking in the back of my closet. I've had this shirt for over a year and this is the first time I've had the guts to wear it! Every girl has items they bought with the best intentions, but self critical tendencies lean to your changing right before you actually wear it out. I have many and decided that I needed to start wearing them or sell them! Incentives work! What items in your closet need a little love??

xo

-a-

Get the look:

Top: Nordstrom (Old), Similar

Jeans: American Eagle

Necklace: A Do Hair Design Boutique

Shoes: Crocs c/o DSW Yes! Crocs!