RAIN BOOTS

Boots // Jeans // Top // Flannel-- Similar  // Sunnies 

If you follow me on Twitter you know I have been on a serious Game of Thrones binge lately. We started the series just a couple of weeks ago and are already finished with season 4. Once you binge watch a show like this it starts trickling into your real life. Brandon and I are often found calling each other your grace, my lady, or my lord. So if you are stopping by any time soon to our humble abode make sure you call us by the correct names. 

All joking aside, it rained in Arizona on Monday, like real hard. We woke up at 2:45 a.m. on Monday to howling winds and pouring down rain. At 2:50 a.m. we realized, OH CRAP! We left our DIY project on the porch in the backyard. Luckily, we saved our project and it ended up perfect. I will post photos once I'm done styling and it looks Pinterest worthy.  We took Monday off from work due to weather, which gave me the opportunity to rock my Hunter rain boots. I don't get to bust these babies out that often so I take every opportunity I get. 

P.s. The double chin isn't for sale... 

SKORTING AROUND

 Purse // Top // Skort-- Topshop (similar here & here) // Sneakers // Sunnies -- Prada (similar) 

DON'T BE TARTAN

Skirt // Heels- Similar  // Top // Clutch- Tory Burch // Necklace- J.Crew Factory -- Similar 

I'm probably jumping the gun here talking about plaid because the heat is still blazing here in Arizona. However, I do love myself some plaid in the fall and winter. It is a classic pattern that originated in Scotland many years ago. Today, it is worn in many different ways from hair accessories, scarfs, and skirts. To me, the pattern immediately reminds me of  hot chocolate and a chilly winter. However, ever once in awhile when I see a plaid shirt, I get a glimpse of Garth from Wayne's World.  In college a girlfriend and I dressed up as Wayne and Garth from Wayne's World and I still have the plaid shirt I picked up for my costume. I figured that I would use it one day or even tie it around my waist to add a little grudge to an outfit. However you spend your fall this year add a little plaid. She won't let you down and she'll keep you feeling cozy. 

NAVY BLUE

Heels // Jumpsuit // Blouse // Matching Set // Watch // Bikini // Eyeshadow 

Navy is one of my favorite colors to wear any season.  Navy reminds me of my dad's construction company because that is the color of his logo. The color reminds me of all the work he has done for the company and our family. Navy also represents strength and valor in our American military. I never noticed how much the color meant to me until I just wrote down all the reasons. In fashion, the color is chic and sophisticated but also likes to have a little fun.  Navy is Black's crazy step sister. If you pay attention closely you'll be surprised how many combinations you can do with the color Navy. Just like this eyeshadow palette, you can mix mustard (ahh love this color for fall), green, and silver with navy. As we transition into fall... Okay scratch that. Arizona has at least two more months of heat so I'm not pulling the knit sweaters out anytime soon. However! I still like to get in the spirit of pumpkin spiced lattes and booties. For a smooth, Arizona fall transition, I will be focusing on Navy instead of that boring old black. Get a little crazy, and add a little navy into to your life-- trust me she won't disappoint. 

BUSINESS CASUAL

Shoes // Pants // Blouse // Notebook // Tote

Do you see what is going on in your office? We are no long restricted to pencil skirts or matching pant suites, we are free. Free to mix and match our blazers, free to wear flats without feeling under dressed. 

Let me tell ya a little story... Out of college I worked at an insurance company. I worked in a cube and was on the telephone all day long. The dress was business casual so I stocked up on pencil skirts, blouses, and invested in a pricey pair of black slacks. A few weeks at the new job go by and I realize that I'm way over dressed compared to my coworkers. Yet, I wasn't going to toss all my new clothes just because I didn't really "fit" in. My dad always told me to, "Dress for the job you want, not the one you have." If you want to succeed, look like it.

However, the whole experience was liberating because I was no longer constricted to the pencil skirts or black slacks. I mixed up my closet by wearing more casual items with my dressier ones but I never lost that professional look.  

It is a slippery slope, so beware if you're going down this track. I always ask myself, "If I saw a potential client or customer in this outfit, do I present myself well?" If the answer is no, change the outfit. 

What do you wear to work? 
xoxo