back to school

{ What I Wore: J.Crew polka dot blouse, "Lady Day" coat, cropped trousers // "Kelly" wedges ℅ Sole Society, sold out - similar below // Michael Kors "Selma" bag, gold watch // bracelet ℅ Shop Design Spark }

all photos | Zipporah Photography

For the first time in my life I have a reason to get "dressed up" for work, just that extra step of polish that was never needed while in grad school (but seriously, if I dressed this way as a grad student people would have looked at me like I had 3 heads).

So with a new chapter starting in my life, I am really excited about adding some super functional "work wear" pieces to my closet, starting with the pants! I have heard really great things about the Express "Editor" style dress pants & have been looking to try out some of the Banana Republic options as well. Where do your favorite work pants hail from?

Regardless of my new found desire to sport more "professional" clothes, I still want to convey a little bit of me into my outfits. Right now I am really digging a bit of wrist bling & a slightly unexpected blouse. Polka dots anyone?

Funny enough - I wore this ensemble to the school I will be interning at this Spring, & all three women who I met with that day were wearing polka dots too. Looks like I am going to be in good company!

If you are looking to add some work wear items to your closet, it is worth mentioning that J.Crew Factory is an extra 30% off right now + free shipping (code XOXO) - I am saving up for a serious "teacher style" shopping trip there! And J.Crew sale is now 50% off - both of my winter jackets, including this green one, were a result of a late Winter super sale score. You never know!