Inspired by Alexa

Jacket- H&M (similar on sale $44), Sweater- Old Navy (similar on sale $17), Shirt- Target, Skirt- Peter Pilotto for Target, Heels- Charlotte Russe (identical)

Before shopping the Peter Pilotto for Target collection, I had decided on the red printed wrap skirt. Until I saw Alexa Chung wearing the black one, that is. I figured the black was more wearable anyway, and I loved how she paired it with a pastel sweater. I meant to recreate this outfit so many times, but after hanging my skirt in a random place in my closet, I never saw it, so I never wore it.

Well, thank goodness for the random cold Sunday we had this weekend. I figured it was finally time to break out this skirt for church, AND it was cold enough to pair it my own pastel blue sweater. I added a white button up underneath just because it felt right. I didn't need tights, and I opted for white shoes instead of black to make it a little more spring-like.

If you missed out on the Peter Pilotto collection, check your store's clearance racks. I found several items from the collection there over the weekend. I also found some other printed wrap skirts on the web, all under $40!

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Work Wear: Pajama Top

Blouse- Express, Pants- H&M (recent in stores), Heels- Zara (similar), Necklace- Baublebar, Watch- Fossil, Bracelet- Target

The Portofino blouse from Express is probably the most perfect sheer button-up blouse I've found, and at less than half the price of the J.Crew Blythe blouse, you really can't go wrong. I snatched this one up during the 40% off sale during Labor Day weekend. It comes in soooo many colors and prints, but I settled on this white one with black trim. It reminded me of a silk pajama top, and "pajama chic" styles have been really popular lately.

I'm crazy for printed trousers for fall, and these were a great deal at only $25 at H&M! I picked up this navy pair and another graphic mustard pair that I LOVE. I'm sure they will make their blog debut soon. And I can't forget to mention my new Fossil baby! It was a birthday gift and I absolutely love it.

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Work Wear: Black and White

Top- Forever 21, Skirt- Forever 21 (similar), Heels- Zara (similar), Necklace- Baublebar, Watch- Fossil, Bracelet- identical

 

Black and white is such a easy color combination. I love wearing lots of color to work, but on those mornings where you hit snooze just a few too many times, a black and white ensemble is an easy go to. I added a little color with this pink gem of a necklace from Baublebar.

I'm guest posting on Dayi's blog today. Be sure to check it out!

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<3 Katie

Fun with Bows

Top- Forever 21, Jeans- hand dyed, Flats- Florence, IT, Necklace- LeMode Accessories, Sunglasses- Target, Watch- Fossil, Rhinestone Bracelet- Michael Kors, Purse- Koan, Nail Polish- Essie Bikini So Teeny

Photography by Shutterberry

You can tell pretty easily from looking at this outfit that I really love bows... on my shirt, shoes, and on my nails! This tank from F21 is so fun because the little bows are actually velvet! I used my Konad M59 plate to stamp little black bows on my thumbnails and loved it. I tried to do freehand bows before and we'll just say that it didn't work out very well!

Linking up with Alison, Lauren, Savannah and Kelly!

<3 Katie

3 Ways to Wear: White Blazer

Blazer- Primark (similar here, here), Tank- Old Navy, Shorts- Forever 21, Wedges- Banana Republic (similar), Purse- Target, Necklace- Forever 21 (similar), Watch- Fossil, Bracelet- Forever 21, Rings- Forever 21

 Top- Limited (similar), Skirt- Loft, Heels- Zara, Necklace- Jeweliq, Earrings- Francesca's, Watch- Fossil

Top- Forever 21, Leggings- Sears, Heels- Sole Society, Necklace- Express, Earrings- Target, Watch- Fossil, Bracelet- Forever 21 (identical)

Linking up with Amy and Amber!

<3 Katie

Day to Night: Black and White

Blouse- Forever 21, Jeans- H&M, Flats- Zara, Blazer- Asos (similar), Heels- Target, Watch- Fossil, Necklace- eBay

Photography by Shutterberry

Black and white is a great trend for spring. My favorite way to wear it is with a pop of color, like with my cobalt necklace here! I wanted to show how I wore the same basic outfit for day and night. I love this grid print shirt (also on trend for spring) and it was very affordable- only &15.80 from Forever 21! For day, I kept the shirt loose and paired it with my blue and nude Zara flats. At night, I dressed it up with a cropped blazer and black heels.

 

Who knew black and white could be so trendy! Love it!

 

Happy Friday! :)

<3 Katie