Bows and Pink Crochet Meet Studded Detailing and Faux Leather

This week was one of those weeks that seemed to both drag on and speed by...very strange. Monday was a holiday (Columbus Day) so it was a shorter work week too but perhaps that's why it was such an odd week in terms of pacing. Anyways, it ended up being a pretty productive week which is always a good thing, especially when the week gets off to a slower start.

On Thursday a couple of friends/colleagues and I went to Anthropologie to participate in their Holiday Window Display Workshop. We wrapped and hot glued yarn around dowels for over an hour, and although it wasn't the most exciting craft it was pretty fun and definitely relaxing.  There's something about repetitive actions, like folding paper, stamping note cards etc. that is very soothing.

The outfit in the photos above is actually from Friday, probably the coolest day of the week; I think the lingering rays of summer warming our autumn days are now behind us. I miss the warm temperatures but I'm excited about all the things to come this fall and winter. On a side note, still in the process of growing my hair out from pixie cut stage....hence the hairband and awkward hair.

Outfit Details:

Skirt (old): Bow Tie Flirt Skirt, Kate Spade (similar here)

Peplum Blouse: Sugar Lips, Lord and Taylor

Layering top (old): Tristan

Sparkly tights (old): DKNY

Shoes (old): Marc by Marc Jacobs Mouse Ballerina Flats (similar here)

Necklace: NYC Charm Necklace, Crew Cuts

Studded Bow Hairband (old): Queen Street West, Toronto

Scarf: Made by my cousin's girlfriend, Ashley

Coat (old): Nick and Mo via Modcloth

Ruffles on Ruffles

Quick photoset of yesterday’s outfit… 

I notice this neon speakeasy sign with the eyes (reminds me of The Great Gatsby) every time I walk down this street and thought it would make a good backdrop for this particular outfit.

I’ve had this skirt for a few years and tend to only wear it a few times each summer…it’s slightly out of my comfort zone but that’s partly why I like it. Also, I love ruffles! On this skirt the ruffles also stand-in as a peplum design which gives the pencil skirt structure a unique twist.  Of course, my favorite part is where the skirt gathers in the front with 3 little airplanes near the waistband.  

I paired the skirt with a neutral t-shirt that also has some ruffles. On the t-shirt, the ruffles run in the opposite direction from those on the skirt which keeps the look fairly balanced. The t-shirt is completely sheer so underneath I wore a sparkly tank with a Broadway scene that I’ve had forever. I like the slight edge the tank brings to the outfit, sort of like graffiti peering through the sheer top. At work, I wore a green cardigan with white piping and a pair of heels in neutral tones which helped to make this look a little more professional while still playful. For accessories, I opted for a beaded collar and sunburst earrings that seemed very nature inspired, and well suited to all the shades of green I wore.

Figuring out what to pair with a somewhat offbeat piece takes a little trial and error but at least each time you’re guaranteed a unique look.

Outfit Details:

Skirt (old): Edme and Esyllte’s Landing Fields Skirt, Anthropologie

T-shirt (old): I can’t find this t-shirt online but it was purchased at Anthropologie on super sale (similar here and here)

Tank (old): Le Chateau Jr. (not even sure there is a Le Chateau Jr. division anymore?)

Cardigan: Clipped Etymology Cardigan by Monogram, Anthropologie

Shoes (old; worn in the office): Seychelles Ringsend Heels, from Anthropologie (FYI: These are the most comfortable and sturdy heels ever! I actually bought in two colorways because I loved how comfortable these are. I’m often on my feet at work and can wear these for 8-10 hours straights without any discomfort. If you can track these down, you should definitely buy a pair!).