Monday, July 25, 2011

OOTD- A Little Short Shimmer




You guys probably aren't surprised to hear this, but it was hot to death last week. This week is shaping up to be a slight reprieve from the heat, but that means nothing when it is only about 5 degrees less and still in the 90's.

The big boss was nice enough to suspend the dress code on Friday and let us wear shorts. The email sent out stated if you can wear it to the beach, you can wear it to the office. I'm happy to report no one got too crazy and came in a bikini top although there was talk among the guys of wearing thongs (very bad visual image)! My beach uniform of shredded jeans and a cover-up went unworn, but I thought I would go to a classier "beach" with the ensemble I put together. I wanted to pretend I was strolling along some fancy Italian beach, with a cocktail in hand, fabulous shades and people speaking that beautiful language all around me. It didn't quite transport me to the Amalfi coast, but c'est la vie!!

What is your dream vacation destination??? 

Outfit Details:
Pink button down and patent belt- J. Crew (similar top here at a bargain price)
Black shimmer shorts- Ann Taylor (via clothing swap) (similar effect on these shorts here)
Tan platform heels- Miu Miu
Striped handbag- Rebecca Minkoff Mini Cherish (same style in a studded version here, chicer version here, similar chain strap version here)
Sunglasses- House of Harlow "Charlotte" (available here)
Arm Party- top two Forever 21 (similar here), watch Shock Boutique (available here), bottom J. Crew (similar here)
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10 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    i like this outfit a lot,i think it fits your style.
    my dream vacation would be either india or japan.
    maybe one day....

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  2. fshnonmymindJuly 25, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Thank you Ina!! Japan is definitely on my list too!!

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  3. Marcia B.July 25, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Oh wow i love those shorts on you! Stylish outfit for a great work day!

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  4. Lisa - respect the shoesJuly 25, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    I love those shorts! I totally used to love bermudas with heels - hm, need to go dig those back out! (And I'm not even going to say anything about your bag because you already know how fab it is :o)

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  5. LaToyaJuly 25, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    This looks so polished and cool. I love it!!

    xoxo
    thegraypastel.com

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  6. this free birdJuly 25, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    I do lurve the shorts--the shimmer is my fave part. Woman thank God in heaven no one showed up in a bikini or a speedo, although it would have made for an awesome set of instagrams....

    xo,
    C

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  7. The Fashionista Next DoorJuly 26, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    cuuuute! simple outfits like this are so chic. love that bag!

    Oh, and your boss is too funny! Glad to hear no one wore their ACTUAL beach attire to work Lol!

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  8. KimmieJuly 28, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    Cool sparkly shorts! I love the preppy style with this look and I'm drooling over your sunnies!

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  9. The Fashionista Next DoorAugust 2, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    cuuuute! simple outfits like this are so chic. love that bag!

    Oh, and your boss is too funny! Glad to hear no one wore their ACTUAL beach attire to work Lol!

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  10. fshnonmymindAugust 2, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Thank you Ina!! Japan is definitely on my list too!!

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