Outfits Not Just Clothes

blazer-BB Dakota(similar here ), dress-Need Supply(similar here ), necklace-Gifted, boots-Nine West(similar here ), lip- Pop Beauty via Birchbox This OOTD was directly inspired by a post on The Zoe Report for chic and flattering office outfits. Here's the original pic: The Zoe Report I pretty much nailed, right?! Beyond the street style inspo, the killer part of this outfit is the white dress. It works for fall with the right shoes and topper. Knee-high boots are a fall-fashion staple, and the somber tone of this olive blazer brings this breezy number(last seen here ) into the season.  Also my hair is pretty awesome! 💇

sweater-BB Dakota(more options here ), shirt- Banana Republic Factory , culottes- Target , loafers-Sole Society(similar here ) As I did in this post , I'm starting off the work week in culottes!  You may recall this floral pair from posts this past spring, here and here . And the culotte train keeps rolling as we head toward the official first day of summer on Wednesday!   Summer style, especially for work can be challenging, but it's the type of challenge this outfitter loves! What's so challenging, you may ask? Well, for starters, there's the urge to dress more casually in summer, even if your office dress-code is fairly formal. There's also the need for strategic layers when faced with freezing AC, plus you want to be seasonally appropriate, but still covered up for the work place. AND, if you're like me, you want all of the above, plus having your work-wear reflect your personal style. That last one can be challenge year round....

Blazers have been a HUGE part of my outfitting style/personal uniform for well over a decade. In my mind a blazer is the perfect third piece , and a no-brainer way to bring some polish to a look. Here's a quick rundown of some of my favorite blazer moments-- A knitwear blazer, like this striped piece from Uniqlo , is the perfect cardigan alternative.  It has the ease of a sweater, but the structure of outerwear for a pulled together, yet comfortable office outfit!  This "sea creature" blazer from Anthropologie has been a major part of my summertime work wardrobe. Novelty/whimsical prints on traditional silhouettes are a "low risk" way of pushing yourself outside of the style box.   A closeup of a tweedy grommet-ed blazer from Saks off Fifth is a statement piece that can really go with anything, even a horse-printed button-down! My good old navy blazer from J.Crew , a versatile classic! From BB Dakota , this olive-green blazer is ...

jacket- BB Dakota via Le Tote , shirt-Gap(more options here ), pants- Uniqlo , loafers-Zara(similar here ), necklace-J.Crew Factory(similar here ) This look was partially inspired by Burberry Spring 2014 Men's collection featured in this post ! Black, straight-cut pants and simple shoes ground the ensemble, then bright and bold layers up top make it into an outfit! You need a strong base when mixing prints, especially such disjointed ones as hearts and plaid. Hearts being more girly and silly, while buffalo plaid is traditionally a man's workshirt print. It's key that both are rendered in similar colors--red & black. It also helps that red and blue are a dynamic color-combo. So, this seemingly simple look really had a lot going on! And yes, I DID wear this on Valentine's day, and yes a heart pattern may be a bit "on point" if you will, but the jacket, menswear-inspired loafers, and simple black trousers kept the l...

Yep those are TWO strips of bacon in my Bloody Mary! cardigan-Anthropologie(more options here ), shirt- BB Dakota via Le Tote   joggers- Le Tote , flats- Dr. Scholls , watch-Michael Kors(similar here  and on sale!), bag- Longchamp Last weekend, Mr. Keller and I took a #weekendgetaway to Bedford Springs  for some much needed R & R. These pics with my fantastic bloodie from the lobby bar, are at the gazebo on the far side of the resort. You may recall a past visit featured   here .  Needless to say it's a very special place and this is a very special cardigan! Luxurious, flattering, and fashionable, I mixed these graphic stripes with some boho flair in the lace-trimmed shirt and printed joggers. My comfy black flats and standard Longchamp bag made this the perfect resort outfit!  For more pics from our weekend, follow me on instagram !