In Blue Denim I Meet You

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jacket: Gap

Pants: (old) similar Here

Shoes: Aldo

Necklace: Vintage Made By Ducky

 

 

Color me Cobalt

 

Sorry about my crappy camera skills, framing, lighting etc...I do plan to get a better camera soon!

 I am in love with this blazer, it is so versatile!  I really enjoy suede and the blue is one of my favorite colors.  I also love the little zippers on the sleeves, they add something extra which makes it that much better.  These patterned pants are not as versatile and I often struggle finding something to pair them with, so I usually go with a solid black or white top with some funky jewelry.  I often wear these pants to work, and I work in a professional office.  They are a busy pattern but they are still a dress pant, and when styled in the right context they can definitely be appropriate for a work setting. (For work I pair them with a black blazer and a simple colored camisole).

 

Outfit Details:

Blazer- Vero Moda

Pants- Le Chateau

Shoes- Aldo

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Pumpkin, Apple & Bacon Soup

I'm a huge fan of soup, especially during this time of year.  It is even better when I get to incorporate pumpkin (which I love) and bacon! Cause, well bacon.  I found this recipe in the October issue of Food Network Magazine which I adapted slightly.  It is smooth and flavorful with the perfect mix of salty and sweet.  Even my husband gobbled it up and he is not at all a pumpkin person!  Any who, give it a try, you will not be disappointed!

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

 

796 ml can pumpkin

4 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

2 tbsp pure maple syrup

1 apple, cubed and cooked in butter until soft

4-5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Salt, to taste

 

Directions:

 

1) Simmer the can of pumpkin, chicken broth, cream and pumpkin pie spice, whisking, 10 minutes.

2) Add maple syrup.

3) Taste, then add salt to your liking.

4) Top with apples and bacon.

 

 



 

 

Plaid = Rad

 

 

 

 

 

 

Outfit Details:

Jacket: Le Chateau  (Old)  Similar here

Top: Hurley (Old) Similar here

Pants: Zara

Shoes: Aldo

 

 

 

 

 



Favorite Fall Staples

It is my favorite time of year! Check out these perfect fall pieces to have in your wardrobe this fall!

 

 

 

Printed Slouchy Trousers!  Miss Selfridge  & Top Shop 

Stylish Booties!  Sam Edelman & Steve Madden

Neutral Knits! Joules Avelyn & H&M

Best Bags! Aldo & Banana Republic

 

 



Feelin' Fall

 

 

 

 Outfit Details:

Top: World of Trout

Jeans: American Eagle

Purse: Le Chateau

Shoes: American Eagle

 

 

The Pencil Skirt

Pencil skirts seem to be the most appropriate skirt to wear to an office or professional job. You wouldn't want to go much shorter than a pencil skirt, and longer tends to feel either too casual or too fancy, depending on the fit. So if you are going to wear a skirt to the office, which is a very suitable and stylish option, then the safest bet is to stick to pencil skirts. Following this basic guideline on how to wear pencil skirts will ensure you always look great in a professional setting.

 

There are 3 basic pencil skirts every professional woman should own: Neutral, patterned, and bright. Once you have these 3 options in your closet, it should be a breeze when it comes to finding something to wear each day for work. Below are some visual ideas and a few tips on how to best style the classic pencil skirt.

 

 

The Neutral Pencil Skirt 

       Tips:

• Grey or black are your best neutral options because they are the easiest to match and to keep looking clean.
• Having a variety of coloured camisoles will help you have many outfit options. Cover with a cardigan to finish the look.
• Because it is a professional look, it is best to keep jewelry to a minimum; a watch and necklace or earrings and a ring.

 

 

 

 

 

 The Patterned Pencil Skirt

         Tips:

• Don't go for patterns that have a wild design; stick to something a bit more subtle. The pencil skirt is meant to be classic, and when you wear crazy patterns or colours, it kind of defeats the purpose of the skirt.
• If you are wearing tweed, pair with some modern looking jewelry (see below) to keep the outfit from looking to old fashioned.
• Don't wear a top that is also patterned. While wearing two patterns at once does indeed look great in many ways (when done properly) it is just too busy for the office.

 

 

 

The Bright Pencil Skirt

        Tips:

• Pair with a crisp white collared shirt, for the easiest professional look.
• Break up two solid pieces with a belt.
• If pairing with boots (see below) stick to a fitted boot rather than a slouchy boot to match the form-hugging shape of a pencil skirt.
• A traditional pencil skirt will taper just above your knee, so if you are going to pair them with boots, opt for a pair that hits you just below your knee. This will provide a suitable balance by showing a little knee, and prevent your lower half from looking too bulky or over-dressed.