Look for Less: Leopard Print & Leather Skirt

This look of Ashley Greene's is one of my favorites. I love leopard print, and I really like how it is paired with a pop of red, and the addition of the camel colored leather skirt. When I spotted this faux leather skirt at Piperlime and the great sale at Express, I thought I would put together this look for less…


The Look for Less...

Tinley Road Vegan Leather Mini Skirt sold @ Piperlime ($79)
Tube Cuff with Chain Bracelet sold @ The Limited ($19.90 plus Buy one, Get one 50% off)
Love Fury Pump sold @ Nine West ($39.99)
Sam & Lavi Adrianna 3/4 Sleeve Top sold @ Piperlime ($59.99)
Faux Leopard Fur Jacket sold @ Express ($48)

Have a great weekend!

Deals: Sale at LOFT

Happy Thursday! LOFT is having a Cure you winter blues... 50% off select full prices items sale... Here are a just few items on sale - some colorful, spring-like jackets...

Femme Tuxedo Jacket in Doubleweave Crepe sold @ LOFT (On Sale - $40)
Femme Tuxedo Jacket in Doubleweave Crepe (petite) sold @ LOFT (On Sale $45)
Pop Color Jacket in LOFT scuba sold @ LOFT

Some other great buys at LOFT... Tweed skirt, Skinny Pants, Pencil skirt, and Textural sweater

How to Wear: Pencil Skirt

When I wear basic colors like white and black, I like to add a pop of color. I typically wear a lot of neutrals, so color is a way to make an outfit more exciting. For those like me that shy away from too much color, I tried to put together two combinations that added just enough pop of color.

Topshop Grid Print Panel Midi Skirt sold @ Nordstrom

For this look, I paired the grid patterned skirt with a classic white button (an essential in every wardrobe). I added a boyfriend cardigan in black and some studded bracelets. For a pop of color, I added the candy pink suede pumps. I am not a big pink person, but I think these are a fun color, and I like how pink pairs with white and black.

Vince Camuto Harty Pump sold @ Nordstrom
Cara Accessories Studded Bangles sold @ Nordstrom
Softest Boyfriend Cardis sold @ Old Navy
Three-quarter Sleeve Stretch Perfect Shirt sold @ J. Crew

For this look, I kept it simple with a satin trim cami (another wardrobe essential and the ones from The Limited are great. If you have not tried them, I would highly recommend them!) and black pumps. I added a square necklace in gold, which mimics the grid pattern in the skirt. (Note: The Limited always has great necklaces, for reasonable prices.) For a pop of color, I added a tile blue cardigan, which could also be dressed down with jeans and flats.

Michael Kors Boyfriend Cardigan sold @ Nordstrom
Vince Camuto Kain Pump sold @ Nordstrom
Cutout Hammered Squares Necklace sold @ The Limited
Satin Trim Tank sold @ The Limited

Wardrobe Essential: Little Black Dress

One wardrobe essential that we always hear about is the "Little Black Dress". It is something that is always good to have on hand - for parties, weddings, funerals... Since it is something that I personally do not have in my closet, I thought I would do some shopping for different options. I tried to find dresses that were simple enough that they could be dressed up or down and could possibly be worn to work in addition to big events.

Neck Pleated Sheath Dress sold @ The Limited
Kamalikulture Turtleneck Dress sold @ Nordstrom
Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique Ruched Faux Wrap Dress sold @ Nordstrom (This dress seems to be really popular… with over 370 reviews and a 4/5 rating...)

I also thought I would shop some plus size options. If you have not checked out Eloquii, The Limited's plus size line, you should. They have some really cute dresses, like this, this, and this.

Adrianna Papell Twist Front Mesh Dress sold @ Nordstrom
Exposed Sleeve Dress sold @ Eloquii (The Limited)
Fixed Wrap Dress sold @ Eloquii (The Limited) (also, comes in burgundy and navy)

Deal alert: Tweed Shift Dress

Deal alert: Loft is offering an additional 50% off all sale items! One item in particular that I thought I would share is this tweed shift dress. It comes in Autumn tween (red) and black. I can't decide which color - I like them both! One sale it is $35 - which is too hard to pass-up.

Loft pairs it with hot pink booties, which might be a little much for work, but fun for a night out! For work, I think I might pair it with the following:

#1: Tights
I love my Spanx tights. I have these reversible tights, which are black on one side and charcoal on the other - perfect because I get two colors out of one pair of tights. Also, I bought them during one of Ann Taylor's 40% off sales, so they were a great price. One of the top reasons I like them is because I am notorious for running tights. I usually get one wear out of them, but these tights are durable and run-resistant! I highly recommend them, and you can't beat a little control, too!

#2: Necklace
To accessorize, I might add a long tassel necklace, like this one.

#3: Turtleneck
On top, I might try a turtleneck. I like the way this looks, especially for winter to stay warm.

Other than a turtleneck, I might pair it with a blazer. For a more casual Friday, I might add a leather moto jacket and for the weekend, possible a denim jacket.

#4: Shoes

For shoes, I might wear black pointy pumps or black booties, or even my tall boots -- depending on the day and weather.

Hope you had a great start to the New Year! Have a great weekend!