Cheetah Senorita

Luckily for me, I get to wear a multitude of different styles/outfits... as long as it isn't blue jeans. I try to make it interesting on occasion by adding prints/patterns and color!

One of my favorite pencil skirts in my work wardrobe is this Banana Republic cheetah print skirt. It's fun and playful yet professional. I decided to pair it with a solid top in this fun plum color since the skirt itself attracts a lot of attention. Remember when I said that I try NOT to wear so much black? Well, this is me still trying to not be so "dark" at work :)

My only gripe about this skirt is that it wrinkles easily. I am constantly standing then sitting, standing then sitting, at work and so it crinkles up all the time. But cheetah print skirt, I forgive you.

I also added this floral applique to my hair. My bangs are getting super long and I am in dire need of a "bang trim". This applique helps to clip my hair back. And it gets my hair out of my face. Otherwise, I'd have a lot of Aaliyah hair-styled posts!

:: Outfit Details ::

Plum Dolman (old) :: New York & Co., similar here

Cheetah Print Skirt :: Banana Republic, similar here

Black Pumps :: ASOS, similar

Gunmetal Loop Chain (actually a necklace) :: Gifted, similar here

Floral Applique (gifted) :: Forever21, similar here

P.S. The ASOS Summer sale is still going on! It's for a limited time so go now! Here are some of my picks: here, here, and here!! AND it's free shipping and free returns :)

Gondolier

 
Let first start off by saying how happy I am to now own a new Rebecca Minkoff Brynn tote! I had heard about the online sale (which ended last Friday) and was hoping to find the Brynn as part of their sale. Of course it wasn't. They had introduced new colors for the season and were full price.  I was quite sad. Then, I read a post  by The Budget Babe that mentioned the sale AND that they had just released quite a few bags at TJ Maxx! I thought well, there's one nearby, I'll stop by and take a gander. To my surprise, and luck, I found the Brynn! And I found it in this gorgeous charcoal color (a good classic color that will go with most outfits).

Every time I put on a combination of black and white stripes and some red accents, I think of a Gondolier. You know, the guys that row the gondolas around the canals of Venice? Yeah, you could say that's where I got my outfit inspiration?

:: Outfit Details ::

Black & White Striped 3/4 Top (old) :: H&M, this one would be cool, but similar here

Black Cotton Pencil Skirt :: Express, similar here

Brynn Tote :: Rebecca Minkoff, also in purple, and in peach!

Red Pumps :: Dolce Vita

Croisette Eyeglasses :: Dior, also seen here, here, here & here 

Red Floral Scarf :: H&M, similar here

Thick Red Leather Belt (old) :: Anne Klein, skinny version here (which is what I originally wanted for this outfit)

Yes, I have these shoes in three colors. I love them! And they were on sale... I'm a sales shopper.

How perfect was it that I also have matching black and white striped glasses?! By the way, speaking of glasses, if you are a glasses wearer, the optician side of me will ALWAYS recommend anti-glare for your lenses. I cannot tell you how much it helps with glare from TVs, computer screens, night time driving, and asphalt glare! People don't always realize that there is still light rays bouncing off all surfaces, causing eye strain! And it also helps cosmetically. You don't see WHITE when you take photos! I also recommend iZon lenses for ALL these things.

Some close ups of the accessories!

And I thought I'd share a close up of the accessories and a random photo bomber! Peepers... what is it about you cats and your curiosity?? You sniff that scarf!