Midweek Business Chic: Vol 2

I'm back with another midweek business chic look featuring an incredibly affordable and cute pencil skirt and a classic but bright utility blouse. With the black and white spotted print, you can mix and match a variety of colors to go with it making it a great addition to your work wardrobe! With the weather hitting the 80's lately, I've been wearing skirts and dresses 80% of the time, especially on workdays.  The sizes tend to run extremely small in this skirt, however, so I'd suggest ordering 2 sizes larger than usual (mine is a US 6). 

"Work" It

Tan Blazer (under $35!) | White Neck Tie Blouse | Earrings | Handbag | Riding Boots | Lip Color in 'Rose Tea' | Pants (mine are an older season) or similar | sunglasses | Nail Color

I love a 'comfortable but not too casual' work outfit and this one is one of my favorites.  This blazer is also one of my absolute favorite finds because it goes with so many different outfits and you simply can't beat the price.  I'll be wearing mine all through spring too.  Another great work staple is a white blouse, specifically this White Neck Tie Blouse. The big tie/bow adds a little something extra to make the outfit much more exciting. Add a neutral lip color like Estee Lauder's 'Rose Tea' and you'll be ready to tackle the work day.  I hope everyone had a nice snow day (if you were able to have one... I had a partial snow day).  On a different note, my boyfriend, TJ, has discovered the best home-made macaroni and cheese recipe using greek yogurt.  I am not lying when I say it is the best I have ever had.  I am trying to convince him to start writing recipes in the "recipe" section on here. :)

Have a great day!
Shelby

Quilted Leather + Blue Coat

Jacket: Old Navy; Scarf: Sole Society (similar); Quilted Leather Skirt: Banana Republic; Bag: H&M; Booties: Sole Society (also found at Marshall's)

I love a good coat for the fall and winter, especially if it's a unique color like this royal blue one from Old Navy for under $60.  Add a leopard scarf and you can't go wrong.  These suede booties and leopard scarf have been closet staples this fall and I've definitely gotten my use out of them.  I actually found these booties at Marshall's (by Vince Camuto) for a lot less than Sole Society's but they're identical.  Anyways, this weekend has been so relaxing and I'm about to start reading "Not That Kind of Girl" by Lena Dunham.  I've heard good things about it so we'll see. One thing I've been wanting to try and improve upon is making time to read more... It's just so nice and calming!  Do y'all have any good book recommendations?

Have a great Sunday!

XO, Shelby 

Cozy in Camel

Camel Poncho; Ralph Lauren Riding Boots; J. Crew Denim; H&M Handbag; Old Navy Striped Turtleneck; Renegade Cluster Bracelet

One of my favorite things to wear in the fall and winter is a poncho... When I think of the word poncho, I think of walking around in the rain at Busch Gardens with a big plastic sheet over my body.  But these days, ponchos have risen to stardom in the fashion world.  You can find endless options of timeless ponchos in all patterns and materials at stores all over.  TJ Maxx has a ton of cute ones but I found a pretty cheap option (and great quality!) at H&M the other day for less than $30.  A favorite way to wear a poncho of mine is layering over a light long-sleeve turtleneck.  It just looks and feels so cozy!

Hope y'all have a wonderful week!

XO, Shelby