Work Wear Wednesdays

At our last blogger event one of the girls mentioned how she's lucky that she can wear whatever she wants to work. She's definitely lucky and that was something I had for a while, but there's something to be said for the fashion of work wear. It's a bit harder to keep a stylish tone, but I wanted to start Work Wear Wednesdays to bring light to the fun stylish ways to dress for work. 

Keep a look out next Wednesday for another post in this series, and feel free to comment any of your work wear tips! 

xo

-A-

Polka dots and fur

Today's funky look is a hodgepodge of polka dots, knit, fur, and leather. I wanted to be warm and cozy, but still have some style! I pretty much just kept layering random things until I decided upon this look! As you all know, I'm obsessed with this fur vest and it has been my saving grace for all of winter, but I wanted to pair it with totally different looks to not completely bore you all! I love these polka dot harem pants, they are super fun and super comfy, which is pretty much the best of both worlds! Rounding out this look with a half top knot, just seemed right. Sometimes outfits just come together as your putting the items on as if it's second nature.

How do you style yourself? Planning? Spur the moment?

xo

-A-

 Get the look:

Similar Sweater: 

Caslon® Knit Drape Front Jacket • Caslon

Pinspired: Half Windsor

I'm obsessing over this Pinspired post! I found this amazing look on the blog The Corporate Catwalk and although my look is a little different, I was mostly inspired to try this 'out of the box' tie look. I really want to try and style an outfit more like hers, but I'm loving this combo too! Menswear can be a really chic way to amp up an outfit! Look at Emma Stone this year at the Golden Globes with her pantsuit. Popsugar also wrote a great article on this androgynous style! Popsugar Article Link

Fashion is all about switching it up and pushing yourself out of your style box. We all have one, but that just makes it even more fun to do something different on occasion! 

What's your favorite menswear piece to rock?

xo

-A-

Here's some of my fav celeb looks too!

and of course the trend maker herself! Diane Keaton #throwback

Get the look:

Shirt: Women's Polka-Dot Button-Front Shirts • Old Navy, similar option Giles White Polka Dot Silk Blouse • Giles

Blazer: (similar) Mural Slouchy Boyfriend Blazer

Boots: Unisa Gillean Over The Knee Boot • Unisa

Jeans: (similar) Elie Tahari Denim Tuxedo Skinny Jeans in Midnight • Elie Tahari

Tie: Ryan Seacrest Distinction Velvet Solid Slim Tie

Let's Polka!

There are few patterns I love more than Polka Dots! It's a great way to channel your inner child and stay in fashion. I like to wear sweaters over a collar. It's a classy look and can be dressed up or down. Plus, in these temps it's nice to have an extra layer! Layering is a great way to mix and match your wardrobe, you can change a seemingly similar outfit into a totally different look! 

How do you mix it up?

xo

-A-

Dots and Bows. Everything Goes!

This is one of my favorite combos! I love this polka dot shirt. It was a bit of a splurge, so naturally I asked for it for Christmas a few years ago. I noticed the orange sweater while at Anthropologie and had a light go on in my head! Turns out, they go perfectly together. I love when items "go" not "match". One of the many great lessons Stacy and Clinton taught us in What Not to Wear!

Since there is so much going on with the colors and patters up top, I opted for a simple black skirt and tights. I like to balance my patterns and colors as to not look cray! 

What's your favorite color combo?

xo

-A- 

Get the look:

Sweater: Anthropologie (Old)

Blouse: Anthropologie (Old)

Here are some really cute similar options!

Style with flare..

 Sometimes a good dose of leather and a crop sweater will improve one's mood. I love this outfit, because it is actually comfortable and hits a real stylish tone! One of the absolute greatest things about fall is tights! I am not a huge fan of showing leg, but with tights it's in the bag. I can wear a chic skater skirt without the worry. What's your favorite fall item? 

xo

-a-

Get the look:

Top: Nordstrom Savvy, Similar via Forever 21, Similar via Nasty Gal

Skirt: Similar

Shoes: Nordstrom

Layer me pretty

One of the most fun things about the changing of seasons is the overlap of pieces you can match up. Indiana is notorious for yo-yo weather and true to form this weekend was initially 90 degrees and the next day 72 degrees! My closet is overflowing with both my winter and summer clothes to mix and match. I err on the side of modesty, so when I wear anything short, revealing, low-cut, etc. I try to counteract it with coverage everywhere else. With that said, I love this outfit, because it is comfy and fits the changing weather. I'm trying to accept my body, which is hard no matter what size you are, but it's such a happier way to live! 

xo

-a-

Get the look:

Shorts: Fossil (old), Similar c/o Fossil

Shirt: Old Navy, Similar c/o Urban Outfitters

Vest: American Eagle (sold out), Similar

Shoes: Steve Madden via DSW

Dots and tribal

I got to mix some really random prints today! These polka dot harem pants are super comfy and on point with the "mc hammer" reboot. I bought them quite some time ago at Nordstrom rack and have just now gotten around to wearing them. I paired them with a simple tank and a tribals scarf. The scarf acted, today, as an accessory, color coordinator, and a cover for the pen mark I permanently made on the tank. 

Have a great Friday! *TGIF*

xo

-a-

Get the look:

Pants: Nordstrom Rack (old), Similar via Nordstrom, Similar via Forever 21, Forever 21, Forever 21

Top: Similar via Charlotte Russe

Scarf: Nordstrom (old), Similar