OOTD: Standing in the Neon

Today's OOTD is all about neon. I felt very bright and this outfit kept me going all day. This photo was taken in my office. Aren't the stained glass windows divine? 

The palm print on the blouse matches the shade and print of the scarf, and the pencil skirt matches the red in the scarf too! 

After work, Kaleigh, Caroline and I went to the Access Tallahassee event at a new restaurant/bar in town, Madison Social. We had a great view of the stadium as the sun set and we got some great pictures. It was so much fun to network with other yopros in Tallahassee and experience a new venue. 

Blouse: Ann Taylor

Skirt: J.Crew Factory

Scarf: LOFT

Bracelet: Ann Taylor

Pumps: Nine West

OOTD: Blue on Black

Today's Outfit Of The Day is a perfect example of a conservative outfit with an appropriate pop of color. I would be totally comfortable wearing this to an external meeting (in fact, I did today). 

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It's hard to see in the picture, but the blouse's flowers are outlined in the same shade of turquoise as the skirt. The skirt is much brighter IRL. The photo below (from the LOFT website) is much more accurate to showcase the color.

I have the LOFT Scuba skirt in pink and loved it so much, I bought it in blue! I saw the blue while shopping during Florida's sales-tax holiday and it was on mega sale, so I purchased it. It was only available in my size in the "tall" version. I bought it anyway because it's incredibly easy to tailor skirts, but after wearing it I kind of like the longer length.

Blouse: Banana Republic Factory Store

Skirt: LOFT

Pumps: Steve Madden

Blazer: Ann Taylor

Bracelet: Ann Taylor

**Editor's Note: I did not actually wear these shoes to work. These pumps are NSFW (too high!) and are used exclusively for special occasions. The heel height on these babies is 4.75" and they DON'T have a platform. Talk about elongated legs!! I keep my black pointy-toe pumps at my office desk at all times, so these were all I had at home to complete the look for your viewing pleasure.

OOTD: Pops of Color

White feels so crisp and fresh, and is perfect for summer. This morning I wanted the crispness of white, but I was feeling colorful, so I came up with this Outfit Of The Day. 

I paired a floral pencil skirt with a simple white crew neck t-shirt, white seersucker boyfriend blazer and natural/white pumps. I accessorized with a white bracelet and green necklace.

(Sorry for the shameless selfies/bathroom mirror pics. I'll have my photographer back soon!)

Skirt: LOFT
T-Shirt: LOFT
Blazer: GAP (similar)
Pumps: Nine West
Necklace: Banana Republic Outlet
Bracelet: Ann Taylor

The skirt is very bright, as you can see in my photo (as compared to the web image). The fit is a little different than my other LOFT skirts. I would go down a size because it stretches a lot and had a lot of room in the waist. I was constantly tugging it down after moving around.

OOTD: Pretty in Pastel

Pastels looks good on anyone, and they're sure to brighten your spring or summer day.

Ann Taylor Petite Ruffle Sleeveless Top

Pencil Skirt in LOFT Scuba

I love the LOFT Scuba skirt so much, I recently bought it in bright blue, too! I threw a light pink ruffle neck cardigan over this look and it worked out quite nicely. For shoes, I went with a casual white glitter Jack Rogers sandal.

OOTD: Scream it in Citron

I need my clothes to keep up with my personality, so they've got to pack a punch! This Outfit Of The Day is bright and perfect for the middle of summer. Citron has been everywhere this summer and though it took me a little while to embrace the trend, now I can't get enough.

Scream and shout and let it all out in citron:

Ann Taylor Palm Print Top

I love the unexpected button back detail on this blouse.

J Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in double-serge cotton in light citron

The coloring in these pictures doesn't exactly match up, but in person they're an identical shade. I might even pop this fun scarf I recently purchased from LOFT over the top when I wear it again. The palm motif is the same, and again...same shade! 

I paired the look with a periwinkle patent belt and nude pumps. Next time, when I add the scarf I'll go with a neon persimmon belt to match the bright stripe. 

Are you embracing trendy colors like citron this summer?

Wild Blooms - Mix and Match

I purchased several items in the Wild Blooms print from Ann Taylor. These colors will work nicely through the summer and into the fall. There are endless color options to mix and match with this pattern. 

http://www.anntaylor.com/wild-blooms-skirt/300325?colorExplode=false&skuId=13153465&catid=cata000049&productPageType=saleProducts&defaultColor=5689

This skirt features an elastic waistband and stays put all day! 

This clutch (unavailable) will be great to grab for happy hour - to match with the skirt or even on its own. 

http://www.anntaylor.com/wild-blooms-patent-skinny-belt/300356?colorExplode=false&skuId=12943814&catid=cata000025&productPageType=search&defaultColor=5696

The printed belt is a great way to add flair to a more muted outfit. See my thoughts on belts here. 

The Wild Blooms print also features blouses, a cardigan and a pair of flats. I love matchu prints that can be swapped in and out with other pieces!