all the world is a stage

tank - old navy // chambray - old navy // pants - express, capri editor // shoes - target

So said Shakespeare - which means, you wear sequins on a Tuesday.  Despite how I look in the "side" shots, I'm not pregs.  Promise.   It would seem layering a stiff sequined top over a button down leaves less than to be desired, let's call them, wrinkles in the front tummy area.   

I also did that crazy blogger Starbucks Cup Pose thang.  I couldn't help it it was 4 degrees out this morning!!  That also explains the look on my face in some of these shots.  "Oohhhhh holy crap it's cold, hurry hurry hurry camera so I can put my 40 below parka back on".  

Happy Hump Day!! 

pea coats and pleats

coat - h&m, similar // shirt - old navy, similar // skirt - express, similar // belt - charlotte russe, similar // shoes - solesociety

I'm having a bit of fun remixing my pieces while I'm "not shopping".   This skirt I've had for ages and wore it last here.   I think this look so says Holiday Soiree.  

I find that with the few pieces I have purchased I'm able to come up with endless outfit options.  Which, is a good thing for me because I come down with symptoms of FOMO and the Gimme's.  

It is so fun rediscovering pieces in your closet and making them feel new again! 

testing the limits

moto - express (similar) // sweater - gap // jeans - old navy (similar) // shoes - target (similar)

I posted this outfit on Instagram yesterday.  I pushed the envelope a little bit with our "business casual" attire at work and went with the risqué trouser denim.  I have to say, it went without a hitch.  I thought for sure by noon someone would have confronted me on my daring move - yet, no one did.  

I did get a remote (on eBay for $5) and am still getting used to it in addition to the settings on my camera in different and challenging light.  These shots came out a little grainy and I'm not sure why.  

Oh well, practice makes perfect :)

peplum & print

I had to style these pants just one more time before the autumn weather really sets in.   I really struggled with trying different colored tops with them, but landed on this off white peplum top.  I got a little crazy and daring this summer with my style and mixing prints and wearing all kinds of color.  Do you ever just crave change and a classic look?  I find myself wishing I had plainer clothes in my closet and that's what my fall shopping list is full of.   

It's a struggle when the hot, hot humid air seems to be lingering!

Isn't it funny that 5 months ago we were wishing for spring? 

Details:

Top - Express old, similar

Pants - Gap, similar

Shoes - Old Navy, similar

textured

I love this skirt I have.  It has survived many a closet purge and every time I have the opportunity to wear it I'm so happy I saved it.  So classy and easy, the tapestry texture is gorgeous.   I bought it on super sale at Express years ago!!  It does need to take a trip to the tailor along with a pair of dress pants which are just too big now.  (A good problem to have, I suppose!) 

This week has drained me something fierce!  It was month end at work, in the mortgage industry month end is an insane time where everyone wants to close and managers are running around begging for "one more file" from each of us to hit goal.  I think that has aided in, not only my style rut, but my exhaustion.  I'm ready for a recharge.  Weekend where are you? 

Details:
Top - Old Navy 20% off online until 8/4!
Skirt - Express old, similar, similar
Shoes - BCBGeneration via Marshalls, similar