Anyways, I'm so glad I decided to keep this mini from H&M Trend despite finding it expensive. I initially tried it on here in all black, and it looked a little stuffy. I think a pop of fuschia does the trick! I would wear this outfit when at my firm's own office, but it's not conservative enough to don at a client.
Side note - I brought a few skirts to Florida, but it was so surprisingly cold (25 to 50 degrees) that I never broke them out. In the Northeast, black tights have become more than acceptable for the workplace throughout Fall-Winter. In typically warm places like Florida, however, I didn't know whether or not that was appropriate. It just didn't feel right wearing black tights when it was gorgeous and sunny outside (albeit very cold) and I did not see a single woman wearing them! Thoughts from readers?
H&M Trend Tweed Skirt sz 2 (similar here in XS - I'd chop off that chiffon trim) (not exactly similar, but same idea and very cute in 00p)
Banana Republic Silk Cap Sleeved Blouse 00P (similar here in cotton/chiffon)(and here in silk in PXXS)
J.Crew Merino Cardigan womens XS (similar petite-friendly style here - $48) (and here - $40) (and here - only $32 with EXTRA20! Gorgeous colors available in all 3 styles ... I might have to get!)
H&M 40 den Tights
Aldo Arnoldoa Pumps (sold here - just got the bone patent in 36 .. gorgeous, but half size too big) (similar here but I prefer the Aldo's for a much better price)
Now if I can only learn how to smile!
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Hmm...just noticed some discolored looking spots on my tights, resulting in bulgy-looking legs. Oftentimes this is caused by me not stretching them out evenly. Time for better tights...I'm interested in trying Wolford!
Pretty J.Crew sweater in super comfy merino wool from the outlet. A womens XS in this sweater fits me decently well, especially when buttoned up. Some comments from a previous post touched on how inconsistent J.Crew sizing can be, such as how their knits in XS can be quite small yet silk blouses, skirts, and bottoms are just huge. My package arrived with the womens 00 shorts and P0 dress ... post to come soon.
PS - another cardigan to consider from J.Crew at a decent price ($48) which a reader pointed out to me a while ago ... so delicate and lovely in the lavender XS ... im inches away from ordering! Oh my - and this one with ruffles and a rose corsage for only $32. Must stop browsing now.
PS - another cardigan to consider from J.Crew at a decent price ($48) which a reader pointed out to me a while ago ... so delicate and lovely in the lavender XS ... im inches away from ordering! Oh my - and this one with ruffles and a rose corsage for only $32. Must stop browsing now.
The problem with a lot of Banana Republic silk blouses is that they flare out at the bottom, making them difficult to tuck into skirts. I wear skirts 80% of the time so this is unfortunate. Please excuse the puff effect going on around the waist here.
