I am excited to announce that the winner of the Harriet Grey necklace is.. Michelle of Always Overdressed! Congratulations, lucky girl! I'm really happy she won! I have always enjoyed her style and she is super sweet. I'm also sure that she will style it amazingly well (and I hope she shares it with us!)
For those of you who didn't win, not to worry... I have been keeping my eye out for another great piece for a future giveaway :)
Quick outfit today... basically what I wore to work, but swapped the pencil skirt with shorts and accessorized it a bit for the photos. I realize now looking at the photos that I went kind of overboard with the accessorizing... but please bear with me. I went to the optometrist today and they put these drops in my eyes that dilate my pupils... and I couldn't really see properly for a few hours (also why I am wearing sunglasses)! Haha!
By the way, some of your comments in my previous post got me wondering. Since a few of you said that the outfit would be perfect for work, I wanted to ask: do you ever wear shorts (as short as these) to work? I've never done it myself and don't think I would, but am curious as to how you ladies feel about it.
p.s. If you are into this kind of thing, the reason why some of my photos look so freaking cool is because my dad got a new digital slr... and my boyfriend borrowed his sweet lens to shoot with :)
Wearing: H&M leopard print blouse and "pearl" polka dot cardigan, Zara shorts and pumps, ASOS ring, Marc Jacobs sunnies, chiffon flower taken from a dress
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I totally want those two tops now! I have a question, how do you maintain the "pearls" esp. when you wash them? PLease do more vids on how to use the same pieces but with different looks. You're a pro at accessorizing!
by D on August 10, 2010 at 10:32 PM. #
Out of bias... I have to say that I love the leopard print since I also have it.
But other than that, I think you're accessorizing is fantastic!
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by rachaelkrystina on August 10, 2010 at 10:38 PM. #
Congratulations to the winner! I also have to agree that you didn't over accessorize at all. =0D I'm going to dieeeee, those blush pumps are so adorable!
by Hanna on August 10, 2010 at 11:52 PM. #
Your photos look great and you look amazing! I love this outfit, esp the leopard print, shorts and your accessories. That ring is awesome! I'm not allowed to wear shorts to work, it's against our dress code and yes, we actually have a dress code. I tried once with bermuda shorts and that was frowned upon. So ever since, it's either knee-length skirts or dress pants. Oh! I did try harem pants once but my manager gave me a funny look haha so I took that as a no-go.
I wish we could wear shorts to work though, it's so much more comfy and you don't have to worry about the way you sit! lol
by nicole on August 11, 2010 at 12:14 AM. #
You look really stunning! I love the way you styled your outfit soo much!: ) XX
by FashionJazz on August 11, 2010 at 1:09 AM. #
I haven't worn shorts to work yet, but I definitely could, they have a very casual atmosphere and what I usually wear is dressy compared to them XD
I don't know if I would though, but its so cute!! :D
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by Closet Fashionista on August 11, 2010 at 6:25 AM. #
Love this outfit! Especially the flower :)
I haven't worn shorts to work - I work in a really casual environment but I think the shorts I have would be too short for work.
by curls-and-pearls on August 11, 2010 at 6:47 AM. #
Love the combo of the leopard blouse and pearl cardi!! those nude pumps are gorgeous too! you always style your outfits perfectly :)
have never worn shorts to work and I'm not sure if I'd be that adventurous since mine are a little on the short side ;)
xo
by Kara on August 11, 2010 at 6:54 AM. #
Boooo.. there goes my chance of winning the lovely necklace :( hahaha.. totally kidding :) Congrats to Michelle! I'm also happy that she won :)
I've been looking for that leopard blouse everywhere! I need to venture out to a smaller H&M stores, hopefully they'll still have it in stock SOMEWHERE!
As for shorts for work, I'm still debating about this as well. I was thinking of wearing shorts to work this morning (bermuda style) but I changed my mind and swapped them for a skirt (which was shorter!) I guess it's not so much about the length but the "casual" vibe that shorts have. I consider a skirt to be more "profesh" even when the length is 4 inches above my knees :p I'll try wearing the shorts tomorrow and see what my coworkers have to say about them :D
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by Kristy on August 11, 2010 at 7:50 AM. #
aww yayayayay! i won! Thanks so much for the giveaway :)
I love the leopard print shirt in an all black outfit and those shoes are just perfect and subtle enough for this outfit.
I dont think I've ever worn shorts to work just because my shorts are usually way too short. but I know that every once in a while my skirt can be too short for work..and i would end up feeling self conscious and try to stay in my chair all day haha.
it's hard to dress for work and still feel chic/stylish. and I always feel like I have the rest of my life to wear pencil skirts and dressy shirts/business like outfits. but I won't be able to wear cute skirts and floral dresses and short shorts when I'm 35. I definitely push the limits when it comes to dressing "appropriately" for work. no one has complained so I will continue...haha
anyways longest comment ever! have a great day Jen!
by Michelle on August 11, 2010 at 8:02 AM. #
I think this outfit came out great, I don't think you went overboard with the accessories!:D
Hmmm.. shorts for work? For me it's not appropriate.:D
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by Marie on August 11, 2010 at 9:17 AM. #
I love the leopard print top! I'm going out to H&M today so hope I can find it. I love the nude pumps too. You have such great style!
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by aimeehx3 on August 11, 2010 at 9:26 AM. #
awesome, what lens does he have? and i don't think i'd wear shorts to work...MAYBE with tights though? even then i'd still feel weird :)
by Krystal on August 11, 2010 at 10:22 AM. #
hello, thanks for your comment!
haha yea I used the timer but it doesn't focus correctly when I use the timer so pics are sometimes still blurry. =)
by clouds of tulle on August 11, 2010 at 12:54 PM. #
Wow you've got me really curious about what industry you work in.. I've never heard of anyone being able to wear shorts to work! Although everyone I know works in an office or does consulting..
by sophia on August 11, 2010 at 5:04 PM. #
Love your outfit! That mix of polka dots and leopard print is so cool and I don't think over accessorized as the flower is black so it kinda blends into the background.
I definitely wear shorts to work! However my office is quite casual and I try to offset it with tights, and/or a very modest top. Oh and no heels as that would just make the outfit a bit too sexy.
by MizzJ on August 11, 2010 at 11:07 PM. #
Love the sexy leopard print with a lady-like pearl cardi! So cute! Love it! I think I might need to try that cardigan on soon...I saw it in the store, but it looks so much better on you!
by Style Blog on August 12, 2010 at 6:05 AM. #
First of all, Congratulations to Michelle; what a fabulouse prize!
Second, ohmigosh you look stunning! You always look so glamorous in your clothes, darling - love this look!! :)
by Erika on August 12, 2010 at 8:47 AM. #
WOW THE RING!!! I need to hunt down this ring on asos!!
You look wonderful, especially that blouse. I always have difficulty coming up with something nice and unique to wear for work! you look so good in this
by Jennifer on August 12, 2010 at 3:08 PM. #
Congrats to the lucky winner!! That necklace is gorgeous!!
BTW - I think you look gorgeous!! No over-accessorizing going on at all!
by themaddychronicles.com on August 12, 2010 at 3:37 PM. #
you're so classy :)!
but i agree with you, i wouldn't wear shorts to work either.
by projectvee on August 12, 2010 at 6:26 PM. #