Week in Review: OOTDs

Sorry for the lack of posts this week!  It's been the longest and most tiring week at work in a long time.  Part of that may be because I worked on Monday and I usually don't.  Guess I've been spoiled with 4-day work weeks.  However, in addition to 5 whole days of work (gasp!), I've also had a lot of new things get thrown my way, many meetings to attend, and a lot of paperwork, phonecalls, & emails to complete.  Anyway, the past 3 nights I was so tired when I got home that I watched tv or fell asleep early...too tired to even turn on my laptop, let alone blog.  Tuesday and Thursday night I got home so late that I immediately switched to my pjs and forgot all about OOTD snaps.  But, I did remember 3 days this week....none of them are too special, but I thought I'd go ahead and share anyway!

My simply casual Friday outfit from today features one of my very first Anthro purchases ever.....a pretty headband!

Cashmere sweater: Old Navy (2008?)

Lace cami: Maurices (2007?)

Jeans: Gap

Shoes: Indigo by Clarks - Purse (on sale here!)

Necklace: Pandora w/ murano glass beads

Earrings: NY & Co.

Anthropologie Serpentine Shimmer Headband (Summer 2009)

In Monday's outfit I was going for business-like, yet cute and feminine for my day full of meetings.

Anthropologie Oleander Cardigan (Fall 2010)

Lace cami: Maurices (2007?)

Dress pants: LOFT

Flats: Macy's

Anthropologie Garden's Gate Earrings (Fall/Winter 2009)

Necklace: gift from the hubby

Bracelet: Tiffany's

 And Wednesday I threw together a rather preppy ensemble...not my typical style, but I thought I'd try something different.  Not really sure how I feel about the final result.....looking back I think it's a little boring and too matchy with the top and tights.  Any suggestions for next time?

Skirt: JC Penney Chambray Pencil Skirt (2009)

Blouse: Banana Republic Outlet (Fall 2010)

Cardigan: NY & Co. (Fall 2010)

Anthropologie Looping Lanes Belt (Fall 2010)

Tights: Simply Vera Geometric tights in port royale (Kohl's) 

Shoes: Unlisted Buckle Wedges (really old)

Necklace: Ann Taylor Outlet (really old)

This evening I caught up on some DVRed shows from this week.  Just watched The Office from last night and it was by far the funniest episode I've seen in a long time!!  In fact, I really want to watch it again now...haha.  Any other Office fans out there???  It's one of my hubby's and my favorite shows!  Now I just need to watch Modern Family from this week...my other favorite :)  Have a great weekend everyone!

Seasonal Remix: Winter White Camilla Dress

As I hinted at on yesterday's post, today I'd like to try out another new blog feature entitled "Seasonal Remix."  I have several spring/summer items that I'd like to try to winterize.  Plus, come spring/summer time I would like to challenge myself to wear some of my fall/winter items.  And so, this new blog feature is born as a way for me to practice my remixing skills and get your feedback!

First up is the Camilla dress in cream.  I purchased this dress last summer to wear to one of my bridal showers and I have not worn it since!  It's such a shame that this pretty little frock has only been worn once!  Carol's "Winter White" post inspired me to pull out my Camilla dress from the back of my closet and try to style it for winter.  Here are the options I came up with.
    

1)  Feminine Chic

I immediately thought to pair this with the Oleander cardi because of the similar white lace accents.  The classic black mary janes with flower details compliment the flower details on the buttons of the cute cardi.  Something made me reach for my 3 strand pearl necklace to finish off the classic chic look.

Anthropologie Camilla Dress in cream

Anthropologie Oleander Cardigan

The Limited - grey cami

Banana Republic Glitter Ribbed Tights in pewter (buy here)

Naya - Cara Mary Janes (here, here, and here)

Pearl Necklace - bridesmaid gift from friend

                                   2)  Blooming Boots Casual

The Blooming Lattice cardi seems to go with everything, so it was an obvious choice.  I wanted a little pop of color so I went with the reddish-purple tights and decided to finish off the look with my boots to make it more casual.  In hindsight, I think maybe adding a belt would have made this look a little more pulled together.

Anthropologie Blooming Lattice Cardi (bought via ebay)

Simply Vera Geometric Tights in port royale (Kohl's) (here)

Steven by Steve Madden Intyce Boots in cognac (here)

3)  Pretty in Neutrals

This color pairing (beige, white, brown, and grey) is not something I'd normally come up with, but I'm pretty proud of the way it turned out.  The Beaded Eglantine Cardigan is my newest sale purchase and I haven't worn it yet!  From there, the brown belt, grey tights, and cognac colored shoes just came to me.  I'm really happy with how pretty this neutral combination turned out!

Anthropologie Beaded Eglantine Cardigan

Anthropologie Looping Lanes Belt

Grey Cami - The Limited

Simply Vera Brocade Tights in coal (Kohl's) (here)

Shoes: Indigo by Clarks - Purse in chestnut (on sale here)

Necklace - J. Crew Outlet

I also think it looks pretty cute with the boots!

So, what do you think?  Which "winter white" outfit do you like best?