Monochromatic Casual Elegance and A Labour of Fashion Link-up.

Hello and Happy Thursday! I am having a very busy work morning today so I will keep this fast and smooth. I am wearing Khaki and Ivory for a Monochrome Look touched up with some Cognac and Green by my Accessories. I love this Ivory+Mint Pearlized Beaded Necklace which in this case matches (a little) the Green Purse, also. Ms. Vivian is rocking a New Gray Sweater Dress (super cute one too) with some Fuchsia Patterned Tights. She was being very funny and at times crabby during these photos.

Most importantly, LINDA from a Labour of Life is starting a brand*spanking*new link-up today and I am her first co-host. I will be co-hosting with her next Thursday also, so please join us. Linda is Fabulous and Fun both style-wise and even more so character-wise. Her outfits are always stylish, trendy, yet feminine and classy. Her blog is a daily read of mine. Her beautiful new link-up is neatly titled "A Labour of Fashion" so put your best fashion foot forward and link up below, pretties!

Vivian is like: "Mom, look, the camera is flashing. And, enough pictures!"

Ivory, Elbow-Sleeve Cardigan w/ Silver Crystal Buttons & Ruffle on the Front: Express (similar girly option, great deal, love this), (gorgeous bolero option, love this), (similar w/ houndstooth, on sale, love this).

Ivory, Cap-Sleeve, Lace Top w/ Large Polka Dots: The Limited (very similar in black, best deal), (similar in ivory lace, best deal, love this), (fun, gorgeous option by Free People), (similar lace-trim tee by J.Crew, love this).

Khaki/Nude, A-line Midi Skirt w/ Pockets & Sash Belt: White House Black Market (similar, best deal),  (similar dressier option by Catherine Malandrino, love this), (gorgeous option, Splurge, love this).

Mint, Ivory, Coral & Yellow, Pastel Long Necklace w/ Plastic Beads: Bijoux & Accessories.

Black+Silver Beaded Bracelet w/ some Charms: White House Black Market (similar w/ Domo beads, on sale), (gorgeous option w/ hot pink tassel, best deal, love this), (similar option set of 3, great deal, love these).

Black, Semi-Opaque Tights: Lycra (New) (similar by CK, ultra-fit option), (similar by Hue, great deal, love these), (slimming option by Spanx).

Teal Green, Faux Alligator Bag w/ Camel trimming: A Boutique in Albania (similar in perforated leather by Neiman Marcus, best deal), (gorgeous 2-tone tote option by Neiman Marcus, great deal, love this), (gorgeous option w/ locket by Melie Bianco, love this), (similar turquoise option by Coach, on sale, love this).

Tall Cognac Boots w/ Chunky Heels & Buckle detail on the top of the shaft: Payless (similar, great deal, love these), (gorgeous option by Clarks, Splurge), (similar @ Macy's, come in 3 color options, love these).

Vivian's Outfit:

Heather Gray, Sequined Kitty, Long-Sleeve Sweater Dress: Kohl's (Early Christmas Gift from her Auntie).

Fuchsia, Cartoon-Patterned, Thick Knit Tights: Disney's.

Purple+Orange Sneakers: Target (Christmas Gift from My Mom).

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Truly aren't we all looking for new friends!

My lovely Co-Host Ada blogs over at Elegance and Mommyhood, where you can always count on seeing a lovely outfit and sometimes even a few mommy and me posts. Her lovely daughter Vivian ( who will be two very soon). I am so thrilled to be sharing my first link up post with Ada, she is the blogger we all aspire to be, that one who always has a kind word to say on your post and lets you know that the work you have done really does matter.
Hop over and say hi

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 P.S. Also, linking up with Allison, Elizabeth, Jalynn, Jenna Marie, Lauren, Little Friday, Rachel, Rebecca, Shannon, Tara, Vicki and Victoria. 

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