The 9-5 Patriot

Red, white, and blue are a patriotic combination that can come off as too casual or juvenile for the work day. One way that I ensure this doesn't happen is by adding another neutral into the mix. For this ensemble, I grounded the colors of July 4 with black through a statement necklace, wide belt, and classic pumps.

Recreate the look:

Narcisco Rodriguez for DesigNation pants (similar here and here), Target blouse (similar here and here), Worthington blazer, statement necklace (similar), Nine West pumps, Stella & Dot wrap bracelet and Lakra bangle, similar belt

Escher

Growing up, we had a copy of M.C. Escher's "Day and Night" in our living room and whenever I wear graphic black & white, it reminds me of his work. The use of interlocking figures and mathematical perspective achieves dimensions and symmetry that trick the eye and keep you staring all day. I'll have to get a copy for our new apartment, which we found on beautiful Sunnyside Ave. in Lincoln Square!

Allen B jacket (similar here and here), XXI striped knit, Francesca's necklace (similar), Gap legging jeans, Nine West pumps

Sequin Your Day (Part I)

 I love wearing sequins; however, when I looked at my stock, I didn't have nearly enough. Still don't...I'm talking to you, you, or you  - get in my closet! When it comes to sequins, we so often delegate it for cocktail parties or date nights - why is that? They can be business and weekend appropriate too! While I've been on the "sequins for day" soap box before, we all need many examples before we make the jump into a new trend or make a change in our daily outfit choices. 

Check back tomorrow for my next "Sequin Your Day" post.

Loft trousers, Joe Fresh blouse, Jennifer Lopez for Kohl's tank, NY & Co jacket, Charming Charlie necklace, Nine West pumps

Drop It Like It's Hot

Although I've said over and over that your waist is a few inches above your belly button, there is a time for a drop waist...and nearly everything. Except for a rapper changing his name after 20 years. Snoop Lion? You'll always be Snoop Dog to us. 

Loft dress, Allen B. jacket, Nine West shoes, J.Crew purse, Stella & Dot necklaces

A Statement

On any given day, we send out an impression to passers by through what we wear and how we carry ourselves. A mood and personality is displayed without even using words. So, what statement are you making today?

LOFT pants and blouse, H & M blazer, Nine West shoes, Steve Madden bag, Crossroads necklace