Trend I'm Loving...Suits & Tuxedos

I don't know about you, but I'm obsessed with a woman in a suit...and even better, a tuxedo!

This is a trend that comes & goes year after year...and this year, its going strong, and I'm loving it!
Women borrow from menswear season after season in some form or another. 

Being a businesswoman, who attends meetings, trade shows, networking events, I'm always looking for 'serious' clothes to wear, which don't dilute my personal style, or personality.

I find putting on a suit makes me feel empowered, and adding in a tie or vest now & then mixes it up.  I have a pair of white high waisted tux pants, which I plan to wear at a networking event next month. 

I like to keep my shoes and accessories pretty feminine to balance the look....or add a feminine color like pink (see Julia Roberts below).  Or do a whole suit in color, if you're brave!  White suits are hot for spring & summer!

ANY body shape can sport a suit.  Jacket length is what matters.  Also, to add interest, try different pant styles: skinny, straight, wide leg, high waist, etc.  


Next time you have somewhere to go....SUIT UP! 

All photos courtesy of People Magazine

Still in PJ's....

I've been sick, sick, sick since my return from my trip. I apologize for my absence.  Honestly, I've been in PJ's since last Friday (so nothing to share on daily outfits). My closet is sad and lonely.

Hopefully I'll be up and posting my outfits again soon!

In the meantime, I'll share some trends I'm loving. Thanks for following and staying with me.

Have a great Easter holiday.

Trend I'm Loving....White Blazers

So crisp....so cool....so spring!  I've accepted that spring is here, and I'm finally getting excited about my spring wardrobe.  One piece I'm chasing right now is the white blazer. You can put it over ANYTHING. Literally.  Jeans, wide leg trousers, pencil skirt, maxi dress, full skirt, skinny pants, shorts....you name it!

I love this look. It's fresh.  If you know where a great one is that I can purchase-send me the info!

photo courtesy of people.com

Fashionless

I'm back in town...but not back in fashion. :(  I've been sick since my return.  I hope to be posting stylish outfits I'm wearing again soon.

Yesterday's PJs & slippers, and today's jeans and gray tee didn't seem worth sharing. 

I hope you're all having a great (and fashionable) week!

Thanks for your patience....

Business Trip

I'm packing for a business trip...and of course, never feel 'done'.  I have the main pieces packed & ready to go. Now, I'm adding those comfort items, like a cozy wrap, a scarf for my travel hair, and more casual items for nights off. 

Yes, my color pallet is dominated by black...it usually is when I'm on business trips. Black is a homerun everytime.  Dressed up, dressed down-it works. 

The red pants are planned for a social networking event, the pinstripe dress for my speaking engagement, and the black jumpsuit for a big dinner/keynote speaker.  (no telling what I'll actually end up wearing to which events)  I am experienced enough in business travel to know to pack my more comfortable heels, due to all the standing and walking I'll be doing. 

I hope you have a great week!  I apologize in advance for my absence for the next several days.

Casual Friday

TGIF! 

I'll be packing this weekend for a business trip next week. I do not enjoy packing...so much commitment for someone who dresses by mood.  I have to bring SO many options.  I will share my packing list with you once I'm done.

Have a great weekend! Enjoy the spring-like weather, and Happy St. Patty's Day!

My actual outfit: Jeans: Old Navy, Shirt: Ann Taylor LOF, Shoes: Zara, Hat: Target

Pink Pants

O! M! G! 

I finally found some wide leg pink pants....and I can't wait to wear them!! They are at the tailor.  I'm picking them up Saturday.

SJP looks uber stylish in hers...I LOVE them!
 

Photo courtesy WENN.com