Nine to Five Chic in a Suede Pencil Skirt

Kelsey K. — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 14:00:40 +0000

If you’re confined to the “cube life” you might as well look damn good while you’re in there. It’s easy to get into the black on black “rut” during the work week. But that doesn’t mean it has to be boring (as seen here). Stock up on basics with a twist, like this black pencil skirt, and you’ll thank me later. Here is how to look nine to five chic, in a killer black ensemble.

Textures

Mixing texture goes a long way. If you’re sold on monochromatic looks this is one of the easiest ways to shake up your style. In the featured look I paired a faux suede pencil skirt with a ribbed fitted top. The contrasting fabrics stimulate the eye more than matching fabrics.

Angles

It’s all about the angle. Whether you’re taking photos and following the “rule of thirds,” or you’re piecing together a good looking outfit, the importance of angles prevails! Think about it, a diagonal line is a lot more interesting than a straight line. I first dressed this skirt with a turtleneck. After looking in the mirror I decided it did nothing for the asymmetrical hemline. Just like that, a plunging neckline nicely compliments the rim of the skirt. The same applies with regards to the cutout high heels.

Shop work week basics with a twist here:

Pencil Skirt | Top | Pumps (alternative) | Leopard Clutch | Earrings (SALE ALERT! 30% off site wide at Lisi Lerch until 12/31)

Thank you to Current Clothing for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

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Road Trip to Tuscany

Kelsey K. — Thu, 24 Nov 2016 14:00:59 +0000

Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving! Just in case you are looking for some light reading in between your turkey binge, carry on. After our first full day in Florence, we rented a quintessential Italian car, the Fiat 500 (duh!), and set off on a road trip to Tuscany. We stopped for an al fresco lunch in the historic city of Siena, then departed shortly after to wine country. We were amazed with how much the Chianti Region resembled Napa Valley. Grape vines and quant wineries lined the winding roads.

When we finally arrived at Castello Di Verrazzano (a 1000 year old castle) we were hungry and thirsty. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here – the staff was so friendly and hospitable! Both the sips and bites exceeded our expectations. Don’t you love when that happens?! Also known for their production of olive oil and balsamic vinegar, we purchased a couple of bottles for tonight’s big dinner. Tip: When choosing a Chianti Classico, look for the black rooster label. Think of it as a “good housekeeping” seal of approval.

Two bowls of pasta, and a wine tasting later, we hit the road stopping for photos before sunset. I happened to wear an outfit from Tobi that matched the fall leaves perfectly. Photos do not do this place justice, but we tried our best to capture the scenery for y’all! I dressed this two-piece set with over the knee boots for added warmth and a black overcoat to tone down the bold print. Speaking of, this stunner is 40% off at Lord & Taylor and would make a great Hanukkah or Christmas gift. Just sayin’…

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Top c/o | Skirt c/o | Jacket | Boots | Purse

Thanks to Tobi for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

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Nine to Five Chic in a Suede Pencil Skirt

Textures

Angles

Road Trip to Tuscany