Faking a Black Skirt Suit.
I like faking suits. I do it all the time. Like today when I wore one of my Black Pencil Skirts with one of my Black Blazers. Yes I own a few Black Pencil Skirts and a few Black Blazers - they are staples and always classic so why not. I did find 3 excellent Pencil Skirts by White House Black Market - a brand I trust for Classic Black Pencil Skirts, linked below, all on sale, so check them out. I paired these two Work Staples with a White Blouse with cute, tiny Black Polka Dots, a Pearl Necklace and Pearl Studs. Of course Black Pumps would have been just as perfect but for a little pop of color I wore my Bronze/Brown Pumps. And I did do a tiny bit of pattern-mixing between my Dots Blouse and Spider-Print Tights. I ended up loving this Chic, Elegant Work Outfit on which I got several compliments, as well. =)
Black Wool, Chanel-inspired Blazer w/ Silver Chain trim & Flower Brooch: White House Black Market (dressy jacquard option by BCBG, on sale, love this), (fun, knitted, military option, Splurge), (current option by WHBM w/ ruffled collar, best deal, love this).
White Chiffon, Button-down Blouse w/ tiny Black Polka Dots: H&M (very similar by Rails, love this), (similar by F21, best deal), (similar, great deal, love this), (very similar in black w/ white dots, on sale).
Black Pencil Skirt w/ built-in Belt detail: Express (very similar by WHBM, on sale), (tailored option by WHBM, great deal, love this), (gorgeous option by WHBM w/silver embellishment, best deal, love this).
Faux Pearl Necklace w/ Crystal Fireballs: White House Black Market (similar, classic faux pearl necklace by Ralph Lauren, great deal, love this), (fun 3-stranded option, fantastic deal), (gorgeous, fancy option by Amrita, best deal, love this).
Classic, Simple, Pearl Stud Earrings: White House Black Market (very similar by Givenchy, great deal, love these), (very similar by Anne Klein, best deal), (very similar, real sea-pearl option, Splurge).
Black Beaded Bracelet w/ Pearl, Crystal & Coin Charms: White House Black Market (very similar, great deal, love this), (similar, love this), (fun option w/ Domo beads, best deal).
Pearl+Silver Stretchy Bracelet w/ Crystal Charm: White House Black Market.
Off-Black, Spider-Print Opaque Tights: H&M.
Bronze Metallic, Square-Toe, Platform Stiletto Pumps w/ Wooden Heels: Nine West (gorgeous option by Donald J. Pliner, great deal, love these), (similar by Michael Antonio, best deal), (similar w/ wedge heels by Pour La Victoire, on sale, love these), (patent leather option w/ chunky heels, love these).
P.S. Linking up with A Touch of Tartan, Amanda, Carylee + Gina, Cherie, Claire, Ellen, Erin, Jen, Jessica, Kristin, Laura, Lauren, Mix it Monday, Molly, Rachel, Rachelle, Rhea, Whitney and Zaz.
I love this look! Such a great idea. Makes for such a streamlined and classy look. Your polkadot blouse is the perfect pairing.
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The Real Arnolds
Looking so elegant in this look! That jacket is amazing paired with the polkadot blouse - so classic!
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We Shop in Heels
So pretty!! Loving the polka dots and the detailing on your blazer! Happy Monday!
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Upbeat Soles
OMG, I love this Chanel-ish look on you Ada! Very classy and you look like a million bucks!
ReplyDeleteThe jacket and skirt are a match made in heaven and the polka-dot blouse is the perfect addition. Love those pumps too! ~Cynthia
ReplyDeleteWow Ada really stylish with the high heels and I love the blouse with it. Give the whole outfit a special appeal. Love your hair too. xo Sabina | Oceanblue Style
ReplyDeleteI do this all the time - just because pieces weren't bought together, doesn't mean they can't create a great suit look!
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They look great together! It's fun to mix and match!
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Great fake out and I adore those shoes.( I believe I say that everytime you wear them LOL)
ReplyDeleteWhat a classic look! The polka dot shirt is perfect under that blazer!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful look! You would never know that this wasn't a suit that came all together. I love those shoes too :) Have a great week!
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www.lipglossandlace.net
I like your phrase, "faking suits!" I had never thought of it like that but great point! I always struggle with "faking suits" when the color is perfect. What do you think?
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those heels are so fun! awesome outfit!
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This is a great look Ada, love the black suit with the polka dot shirt :)
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Thanks for stopping by and joining us at Creative Mondays..
This is a classic look on you Ada, I love your blouse and those shoes are fab! You look great.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great "fake suit" look--I would have never known that it's not a suit. I love the polka dot top under the blazer!
ReplyDeleteI love the touch of Chanel inspired style here, very classy and sophisticated Ada, i love it.
ReplyDeleteRachel xo
Garay Treasures
Yay for polka dots! Thanks for visiting me today :)
ReplyDeleteI love matching pieces- whether they came that way or you mix 'em in your closet, it's a great look!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
What a great idea to fake a suit, it looks so great I would have never known it wasn't. And, I love the polka dots! Thank you for linking up with SHOE AND TELL on Style Nudge!
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You did a great job pairing this together and I love the detail on that jacket. I have a few pieces like this, so I may have to use your outfit for some inspiration to pull something similar together. Also, thanks for stopping by the other day :)
ReplyDeleteI love that jacket! It adds a nice bit of detail to your outfit!
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