Blogger's Do It Better- Lady in Red

Happy Valentine's Day!! I hope it is filled with love and maybe some yummy chocolate.

Pretty Shiny Sparkly is hosting another blogger's challenge and this time around it is all about the color red. Besides some lipstick, nail polish and a pair of socks, red is pretty scarce in my wardrobe. I can count on two fingers the items in my closet that boast the bold shade. So I guess that made this challenge less difficult for me. Hey, a bright side! Red, black and white, such a classic pairing and you just can't go wrong with classic, but to keep it from being a little stale I just couldn't resist one more pencil skirt. You would think I was sick of them after wearing nothing but pencil skirts last week, but this one is just too fun not to get out of the closet. My one and only DvF piece that I got for a steal at a local consignment shop was just what this outfit ordered. Oh, and a little bling-bling didn't hurt!

Are you into holiday color-themed dressing? Would I spot you in pink or red this Valentine's Day?

Outfit Details:

Red shirt- gift (thanks Linda!) (nice alternative here)

Black blazer- thrifted

Zebra print knit skirt- (consignment find) Diane von Furstenburg

Black handbag- Foley + Corinna (same bag in a different size here)

Burgundy fedora- Albertus Swanepoel for J. Crew (popped back on the website here, similar here on sale)

Tan ankle booties- Madewell

Round crystal necklace- J. Crew (available here)

Square crystal necklace- BaubleBar (similar here)

OOTD- Zig-Zagging in the Rain

I feel like it has been forever since I've taken an actual outfit picture with a camera. The rain didn't stop my show!!

I had to leave the house super early, so this outfit was hastily put together. I pulled out some simple pieces (black skirt, black tank) and added something interesting like my new cardi and a tangle of necklaces. I of the belief that you should never underestimate the power of accessories. Even if you aren't into jewelry there is always a pretty scarf or funky tights. They can instantly elevate the simplest of outfits.

Have a fabulous Thanksgiving and if you are braving crowds on Black Friday, be safe!! I'll stay safely at my computer with a plate of yummy food. :)

Outfit Details:

Black tank- H&M

Gray spotted cardigan- Old Navy (available here)

Black knit skirt- Gap

Socks and umbrella- Missoni for Target (tights available here and rainboots available here)

Crystal necklaces- J. Crew (available here and here)

Black flat boots- BCBG

I had a request to see the crystal brulee necklace up close so here it is: