I looked at this, and thought, hmm ... not bad. :)
Merona buttondown, previously loved by E.I.
pencil skirt, Calvin Klein outlet
necklace, eBay
belt, Old Navy
First off, thanks go to Katie of Hems for Her for inspiring me to pull out my pencil skirt. See her workin' that skirt here and here. It is so inspiring to me to see a teacher dressing with such confidence and verve. I've been guilty of sporting the tee and jeans look in the classroom a lot, but I'm realizing that how I present myself is key as well. If I put all that thought and care into my lessons and relationships with students ... why not show students how much I enjoy my work by dressing with pride?I have to admit that I almost chickened out on wearing the colorful necklace. I was headed for a work meeting and wondered if this necklace was too much. But then I decided that if I wanted to wear it, I should wear it. To me, it elevated the whole outfit from ho-hum professional to fun yet polished. Looks like I'm learning how to have fun with my accessories, one eBay necklace at a time ...
I love how the necklace accentuates the outfit :) You are definitely reaching your goal of pencil skirt rockin woman :)
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I think you look wonderful and I love the necklace. You'll notice I rarely accessorize; that's something I definitely struggle with! Thank you so much for mentioning me- you are too sweet and you look fabulous. That pencil skirt is smokin'!!
ReplyDeletenice pencil skirt, you look sleek and smart chic. I like the streamlined effect of a pencil skirt, but just not very sure how to walk in it. You made the right decision to put on the colorful necklace....it makes the outfit looks more "wow!" and fun yet still work appropriate.
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Thanks, Kat! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the inspiration, Katie! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mongs! I do have to adjust my walk when I'm wearing this skirt. But I'm not the most graceful walker, so that's probably for the best! :) A while back I bought a stretch denim pencil skirt that I think will be easier to move in.
ReplyDeleteLove the skirt! Looking very chic! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! I need to wear this skirt more often. :)
ReplyDeleteNot bad at all! You look so cute! I totally relate, it's hard for me to have the confidence to rock a pencil skirt. I may be inspired to try one now : )
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jenn! I hope you give pencil skirts a try. :)
ReplyDeleteLove that necklace, and the pink belt is such a fun pop of color Carrie :)
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Pencil skirts are my favorite thing to wear, they're easy but still classy. You look so pretty, and it looks like you've definitely achieved your mission :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Annie! That belt made me realize how much fun belts can be. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Megan! I'm looking forward to adding more pencil skirts to my closet. :)
ReplyDeleteSuper cute necklace!
ReplyDeletexo Jennifer
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