Talk about a dream dress! I have been obsessed with poppies ever since I convinced myself that I was indeed Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz & love the amazing print on this super comfortable, breezy dress that also has pockets! But that's not it... wait for it... it's only $39!
earrings: c/o Kendra Scott (I love that they look like Amber!)
shoes: suuuuper old, but I was inspired to pull them out again after seeing lots of similar styles currently in stores. I've had these since the early days of my blog - including this post from 2011 - so it is cool to see the trend come back around.
shoes: Steve Madden heels (they seriously now have this style of shoe in lots of different heel heights, and even a chunky heel that looks super comfortable - see the options in the links below)
purse: Michael Kors cross body bag (this exact style is finally back in stock & it is PERFECT for Summer travels, it even have a padded pocket for your Kindle!)
It's been a month since I posted my last #teacherstyle post & I didn't want you to think that I haven't been wearing anything to work, more like I have been wearing the exact same thing to work every. single. day.
These are the dark days of teaching - like literally it is dark when I wake up & dark when I get off - & my motivation to look cute at 5:30 am has really been lacking!
I got both this skirt & sweater from my parents for Christmas (thanks guys!) & it is a cuter version of my recent uniform rut. Most days I pull a sweater, skirt, black tights & my Dansko clogs out from the closet (in the dark, while my husband & pups slumber... no bitterness... okay maybe a little bitterness for my little sleeping beauties!), hope that they mix & repeat the same process 5 times a week.
My thoughts on the recent work style rut:
1. I could never live in a place that has longer Winters because I don't know how anyone wears tights for more than 60 days straight!
2. I really need to figure out my whole work pants situation - I have been saying that for YEARS, & every couple of months, I order a pair, but none have ever worked out. I really just need to dedicate myself to the task & figure. it. out! I was recently looking for Spring pants & ordered this pair of denim trousers from J.Crew Factory - they were ca-razy long & weird in the crotch on me. This pair of linen trousers look so cute on the model but were a wrinkled disaster the moment I moved in them. Le sad.
3. I don't care what anyone says, some days my Dansko clogs are the only thing on the planet that understand me. Pretty? Eh, not so much, but I don't think the 12 year olds notice! (Disclaimer: these heels were worn only for photogenic reasons, there were too cute with the rest of the outfit & I couldn't help myself! Thank you for allowing my indulgence.)
Anyone else in a work style rut?
Any answers to the age old question - why do work pants have to be the most unforgiving article of clothing EVER?!?!?
Shop my favorite sweater + pencil skirt combos below:
Look 3 of my blue pants challenge. If you are just joining us - in 2016 I have promised myself to wear everything in my closet or get rid of it. These pants were on the top of my "throw out" pile & I have now styled them here & here (I call them art teacher & Parisian-wanna be)
I have worn this look to worn & it was decided that my goal in life should be bringing the mock-neck back! What do you think? To mock or not to mock? Let me know!
Everyone knows that loafers are perfect work shoes - stylish flats are seriously my answer for every possible work related style issue! But I wanted to show you something a little different. These loafers are from Johnston & Murphy & I think they are the bees knees - the touch of polished patent teacher, & oh so comfy (teacher day tested & approved). And bonus, right now they are on sale for $80 off!
This outfit makes me happy because I love the mix of masculine loafers with a girlie skirt & I am so proud to finally share my obsessed pug mom status to the world. I mean, I literally wear my pugs around everywhere with the crazy amount of dog hair that I pick off of my clothes on a daily basis, but I feel like this tee is a much better way to advertise that I have 2 adorable pugs living at home.
My blog friend AJ just launched this line of tees over on Fur & Collar. Check out their line up of breeds - these would totally make a fun Christmas gift for every dog lover on your list!
I wore this outfit to the Southern Blog Society (Now with national membership spots available at The Blog Societies) meet-up in Nashville last weekend & seriously can't get enough of these pieces! Remember this striped top from this jeans look last week? And stay tuned for this skirt to get remixed with something a little edgier next week!
Tweed is such an IT print for Fall & I love that it isn't just for super buttoned up looks anymore! Although the wannabe prepster in me was seriously considering getting this tweed jacket + pencil skirt combo, I'm thrilled to see the tweed print on more casual pieces like these slip on sneakers & color blocked tee.
1 item that was missing from my work wardrobe was a pair of khaki chinos. I am so happy to have found this super soft pair from J.Crew Factory. And even more excited that they function equally as well for work as they do for the weekend.
Speaking of the weekend, I hope you have a wonderful one planned. Whether it involves relaxing, adventuring, or just catching up! I will be celebrating my adorable nieces turning 3 in their Pirate themed birthday. My sister is just too much fun!
P.S. Expect to see these Nisolo sandals a TON this Spring/Summer. My friend from high school is one of the company's co-founders, & I couldn't be more proud for the amazing work they are doing for artisans in Peru + the beautiful products that they create (see also: my leather tote bag). Interested in purchasing from Nisolo? Use my unique referral link to get 10% off your order!
Do you have a piece in your closet that you grab over & over again for a certain occasion?
This dress is my wedding season dress. I love the long sleeves, it is pretty much impossible to wrinkle, & the colors/pattern are so fun! It was the perfect dress for the rehearsal dinner during our recent wedding festivities in San Francisco. The heels are very easy to walk in & the cross body bag is the perfect size for the essentials.
Oh this dress - one of those that looks iffy on the hanger & then turns out to be what you wear for the next 3 days straight (what, just me??)
This outfit was perfection for exploring my local neighborhood, Hillsboro Village. Be sure to check out my post on where to grab a drink, get your shop on, & explore in this quaint, oh so Nashville 'hood. Crossbody bag for hands-free shopping, sneakers for comfort, & my trusty jean jacket for that infamous Southern air conditioner!
