Petite Lookbook - Faux Pearls and a Crease

I just wanted to showcase how pretty this Banana Republic 100% silk blouse really is, not to mention affordable (for some reason it is not popular online - currently avail. in almost all sizes for $34.99 here). My last post did not do it any justice. I gave it a light steaming, and de-wrinkled the ribbon using my hair straightening iron, then paired it with some simple light beige pants. Oh how I love a good clean crease on a pair of pants. 

Blouse: Banana Republic Faux-Pearl Necklace Shell in PXXS - (sold here)

Pants: Either Limited or Express light beige pants in sz 0 (brand tag removed when waist was altered in this post) - (similar here) (and here)

Shoes: Banana Republic taupe leather and patent pumps from 2008 - (similar here) (and here) 
Earrings: Banana Republic Bow Teardrop Earrings (similar here) (and here)

I love the versatile taupe-gray color of these shoes. The chunky heel also makes it quite stable and is a welcome change from stilettos. Fortunately, BR is making shoes this season with similar heels in a very similar-colored leather, called "Ash" (goes down to a size 5). I tried on both pairs of shoes in the above links while at BR today, and will be awaiting when they go on sale.

It's fun pretending to be a petite model : )

Toying with a vintage Olympus:

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Beginning tomorrow I'll be living out of a suitcase for a few months. First a project in Tampa, then NYC. Any suggestions for stuffing work clothes into a carry-on (ie: what materials and items travel well)? I'd love to pack this outfit for FL but the silk wrinkles so darn easily and I won't have my trusty steamer on hand.