Tights...In April?!

My body is still on Mountain Time. I did smile for the picture, but I still look so sleepy. Thankfully, I don't travel again until June and I am able to remain in the Eastern Time Zone. Again today, we are expected to have "winter like" temperatures. Didn't Spring start 2 weeks ago? Since I had to be in clinic today, my legs had to be covered (archaic dress code). I couldn't bring myself to wear trousers two days in a row, so I had to pull out the tights again. I am still "willing" spring temps here with the brightly colored jacket.

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Cropped jacket, patterned T, and eyelet skirt: Ann Taylor Loft

Tights: Target (I think)

Silver studded, peep-toe heels - Nicole Miller

Watch - Exhiliration

Flower pin - Target

Academic

I spent Wednesday-Saturday of last week at an academic conference in Denver. While the information was stimulating the wardrobes of most the attendees were not. Like many of you, I take inspiration from other people; by viewing blogs, leafing through magazines, or others I spot on the street. Despite the lack of trendy style, I was able to draw inspiration from a few, hence today's academic-inspired outfit.

Originally I was going to wear a skirt instead of slacks, but the temperature was predicted to drop to the low 30s by the end of the day.

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Cardigan - Old Navy

Cream top and gray slacks - Ann Taylor Loft

Scarf - Express (I have had this scarf since high school)
Brown croc heels - Nine West

Watch - New York & Company

On Safari...

Don't I wish! Instead I am attending an all-day seminar today, so comfort was in order. I took another stab at pattern mixing today (skirt and belt). I think it "goes" well, since the width of the belt is not that large and the black and white in the belt mimic the colors in the skirt.

I like this jacket in theory. The bottom of the jacket hits me at the top of my hips, yet in the picture it makes me look short-waisted.


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Safari jacket - Old Navy
Belt - Target
Skirt - New York & Company
Slingback heels - Jessica Simpson
Necklace - Old Navy??

Menswear

During my early college years, I became fond of the "menswear" look for women. My wardrobe consisted of lots of vests, wide leg trousers and wingtip shoes. I even owned a necktie (which I am pretty sure I still have). I think I developed that style as a rebellion to my elementary and secondary school uniforms. For 12 years, I wore skirts and white blouses to school. When I arrived at college I think I just needed a change. My style eventually evolved and sadly I discarded the aforementioned items. I wish now I would have kept at least the vests.

I wasn't brave enough to incorporate the necktie today, besides I wanted to inject some color into this otherwise neutral outfit. Instead, I tied my scarf like a tie.

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White tuxedo blouse - New York & Company

Vest - Mossimo

Black trousers - New York & Company

Black peep toe heels with silver studs - Nicole Miller

Turquiose scarf - Forever 21

Watch - Target

Silver spoon ring - French Quarter (New Orleans)

Earrings - crafted by me

Mixing it Up

I am not one for mixing patterns. I think other people do a great job of pattern mixing, but when I do it it looks as if I got dressed in the dark. Today I am documenting my attempt at mixing patterns. I played it safe by choosing a shoe that almost acts as a neutral, the navy bandana print pumps to pair with this floral skirt.

The skirt is part of The Limited's spring 2009 collection. I fell in love with the print, but also with the fact that it has pockets. More designers should start incorporating pockets into skirt and dresses.

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Denim jacket - Ann Taylor Loft

Light blue tee - Ann Taylor Loft

Skirt - The Limited

Navy bandana heels - Oh Deer!

Flower pin - The Limited

Silver earrings - New York & Company

Transitioning

I stood in front of my closet Monday night thinking Ihave nothing to wear. I frequently have these thoughts as the seasons transition. I find the winter-spring transition the hardest one to make. How many layers should I wear? Tights or no tights? What colors are appropriate? To make this transition easier, I often wear neutrals with pops of color. My solution for today was to pair this dress with turquoise. The dress came with a matching skinny, tie belt. I decided to replace it with this wide brown belt with tortouise buckle.

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Dress - Merona
Turquiose cami - New York & Company
Heels - Carlos Santana
Necklace - some Target brand (I found it in the clearance bin)
Wooden bracelet - Ann Taylor Loft

Favorite skirt

This is my favorite skirt, the length and fit are perfect. It is starting to wear and I am on the lookout for a new, black pencil skirt but I haven't been able to find one that I like as much.



After selecting this outfit, I had a difficult time deciding which shoes to wear. I have a pair of green heels, but the color is wrong for this sweater. I decided on pink shoes and thought these went perfectly.





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Green cardigan - Ann Taylor Loft
Green Lace cami - Merona
Skirt with belt - Apt. 9
Shoes - Naughty Monkey
Pearls - gifted