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What I Wore: Social Saturday

For being someone that adores color and brights, I have been deathly afraid to give color blocking a whirl. Maybe I fear that I will just take the idea and run with it. After all, once you give me access to color, I tend to turn into a crazy 6-year-old child. But, I had a lot of fun putting this one together. So much fun, in fact, that I may just try it again. 😉

I am in love with this airy blouse from Conversation Pieces. It is the perfect spring item to pair with a great pair of colored skinnies, which I did for a very busy Saturday with friends. I had to work in the morning, quickly followed by a girls lunch at Scotty’s Landing and then an amazing Panther game with more friends. I had to make sure I looked comfortable and cute, and this definitely fit the bill.

I added this fun nautical jacket for the hockey game, and I am so glad I did! It was absolutely freezing for this Miami girl, but the team’s amazing shots and nerve-wracking moments proved to provide a little warmth here and there.

Blouse; c/o Conversation Pieces
Jacket; c/o Conversation Pieces
Skinny Jeans; Forever 21
Wedges; Go Jane
Earrings; Sale Rack
Watch; Kenneth Cole
Bracelets; various/gifted
Polish; Essie’s Lapis of Luxury
Ring finger is Essie’s Absolutely Shore

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What I Wore: The Limited Pants

Finding the right fit and style when shopping for work pants has to be the worst. Well, let’s face it. Shopping for pants period is not the most enjoyable thing in the world. That’s why I love the modern fit and flare of the Drew pants from The Limited. As you can see, they look great paired with some fun, bold heels (something I believe should always be a staple with boring work outfits – you need a punch) and are endlessly comfy. Plus, they seem to flatter many different body types, even my curvy Cuban hips! 😉

Something else you might be noticing is my new ‘do! I recently got some Zooey Deschanel-esque bangs and I love them (well, until they develop a mind of their own – coming soon, I’m sure)!

Top; Target
Pants; The Limited
Boots; Wet Seal
Necklace; Etsy
Belt; Forever 21
Earrings; Forever 21
Cuff; vintage
Ring; vintage

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{The Limited}: Shirt

Although I no longer have to wear it (I have a uniform), I really enjoy rocking the business casual. Mainly because I can make it my own and try my best not to stick to the boring basics. I personally believe that a good outfit can make you feel better about yourself, and your work day. Would you not agree? I know I always had a better day at work when I knew I looked good, and the same can apply to any environment. This is pretty easy to do with The Limited‘s Collins Shirt, which in a nutshell is a really fun and modern take on the basic work shirt. Its vibrant colors, loose fit and wide sleeves make it the perfect ingredient for any work outfit that can very well transition into after hour cocktails. And what girl doesn’t like that? 😉

Shirt; c/o The Limited
Skirt; Macy’s
Heels; GoJane
Earrings; Kate Spade
Necklace; gifted
Watch; Kenneth Cole
Bracelet; Forever21
Ring; Romwe
Purse; Target

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What I Wore: The Concert That Never Was

I’ve decided that if I get my own SLR, I wouldn’t have to bother the poor hubs with frequent outfit posts. Every now and then, I get the opportunity to use a borrowed company camera and I fall in love. Hard. But until that day…

I got all dolled up last week to see the awesome Boyce Avenue at Revolution, but unfortunately, plans got a little botched and we ended up not attending (sniff). However, I decided to still feature the outfit because…well, it was cute! I also unintentionally paid homage to the 10 Cent Designer, Lori Andrews, during my shoot. I put my camera on our dining table on self-timer and must have stood too close for comfort because my head was missing! To satisfy my inner artist, I just decided to go with it.

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What I Wore: The Perfect Shirt

We are always searching for perfection, aren’t we? The perfect cup of tea, the perfect man, the perfect moment, and of course, the perfect shirt. When Conversation Pieces began singing the praises of their supposed perfect shirt, I naturally was a bit skeptical. Perfect? Really? What makes it so?

I quickly found out: super soft fabric, adjustable sleeves, basic colors and versatility. You can tuck it in for a business casual look at the office or a date night or leave it out to pair with your favorite pair of skinnies and high heels. I decided better than to just gush about it, I’d show you myself! I put together 2 outfits (of the many I’m sure I could throw together with this shirt) that reflected two different looks: (1) a fancy date night & (2) a fun girls night out.

Date Night!

Top; Conversation Pieces
Skirt; The Limited
Sandals; Enzo
Watch; Kenneth Cole
Necklace; Off 5th
Earrings; Kate Spade

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