A white blouse is a wardrobe staple and before last year’s holiday look, Get Your Sparkle On, believe it or not, I did not own one! I have no idea how I managed for so long because these classic items are suitable for day and night wear and everything in between. When I came across this beautiful rose collar blouse,  at Forever 21, I could hardly believe my eyes. Only $22.90, I thought to myself, this looks like it’s from Saks or Barney’s! Man do I love a good look for less.

Although your first instinct may be to pair this top with solid black bottoms, that is the easy way out. Fashion is like interpreting a poem. You have to read in between the lines. I immediately envisioned this top with polka dot pants, until I discovered they are nearly impossible to find in the month of February. These printed slacks from H&M were the second best option. The black and white pattern actually accentuates the dainty rose collar – you never want to take away from the ensemble by introducing too many busy textures. Stick with one solid and one not.

I’ve said it before and I will say it again, a pop of color goes a long way! Whether it is in the form of a purse, lipstick, or shoes, easily take your ensemble from B+ to A+ work by incorporating a new hue. This time around I completed the look with yellow patent leather pumps and a colorful box clutch. There is something so retro about a sunny pair of stilettos. Don’t be surprised if you find me wearing this top with polka dot shorts come the warmer summer months!

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Ready, set, go! Head on over to your local H&M or get clicking online before these steals and deals sell out. Aside from the awesomely appealing price tag, the cut and fit are quite fabulous as well! High-waisted and slim fit at the top, and tapered at the knee, these babies are office or happy hour ready. If the green and black print doesn’t tickle your fancy, you’ll be happy to hear that these pants are available in a variety of solid colors and prints. I gravitated to the green and black pair immediately because they are suitable all-year-round. I can already picture them during the fall months with a burnt orange long-sleeve top and a black or cognac booties! This time around I kept it simple, and paired these hot pants with a black off the shoulder top also from H&M (only $24), and black patent leather pumps. I polished off the look with some gorgeous tassel earrings ($9.99), a thin black belt, and my gucci purse. Next time I may throw on a black cape just for kicks.

Oh yeah, if walking your dog is in the cards, you might as well do it in style with a Fabuleash®! Check out GG’s “Royal Collection” leash as featured in last week’s Wish List Wednesday post here.

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