Tips for Looking Professional in Your Winter Outerwear (Part 2)

Similar Coat // Tech gloves // Fleece Lined Tights // Heels // Handbag // Similar Earrings, (2) 

This is one of my favorite winter work looks. I love the popped collar - it allows me to throw my hair up in a bun and still look polished! I also cannot imagine heading to work in the winter without my tech gloves. I love being able to be on my phone without having my fingers freeze.

As i mentioned last week, I wanted to share some more tips with you on looking professional in your winter outerwear. If you missed my first post with tips, you can see it here.

More Tips for Professional Looking Winter Outerwear: 

1. If you are wearing a skirt or a dress, go for a longer coat

Where as last week I showed you an outfit featuring suit pants & a shorter peacoat, this week I wanted to show you winter outerwear over a dress. If I am wearing a dress or skirt I always wear a longer coat. This provides both a cleaner aesthetic and it keeps you warmer.

2. Wear Fleece Lined Tights 
When this product was first hitting the market a few years back I bought a pair and they were AWFUL. The fleece was so thick that the tights added some serious thickness to my legs.. not exactly something I wanted! I thus swore off these tights for years. Just recently though, I came across this brand with great reviews. I took the plunge and bought a pair, and now I practically live in these all winter. The fleece is subtle enough that the tights don't look thicker but they are so cozy and do keep you warmer.

3. Wear Tech Gloves 
As I mentioned above, I adore these gloves. We are all way to busy to not be able to be on our phones the entire time we are outside! There are SO many great options for tech gloves right now that I made a widget below of my favorites. Scroll through to see them all!

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Casual Friday & Silver Jeans Giveaway

*Photos: Allyfotografy Media Co.*  

 Similar Cape  // Similar Turtleneck // Jeans c/o // Similar Boots // Similar Handbag (1), (2) // Earrings

I am all about capes right now. The weather in Vancouver is chilly; but not 'need-my-east-coast-winter-parka' kind of chilly, so I find myself reaching for capes quite often. I also love these Silver Jeans. They are my first ever pair from this brand, and I love the high waisted fit! After a long day in Court yesterday, I am very glad to be having a casual friday.

A couple of things to tell you all on this lovely Friday:

1) These photos were taken by the ah-mazing Allyson - a local BC photographer. She is a true beauty (inside & out) and such a local talent! Check her out if you need photos done! Her website again is here.

2) Today's giveaway is a pair (of your choosing) of Silver Jeans!!! The ones I am styling in today's pics are the Suki Skinny jeans. They are a curvy fit (and I love that!) and they run true to size (I'm a 28). Below are some of the other fits I like:

Aiko flares | Aiko skinny | Aiko distressed skinny | Suki Joga

Today's featured blogger is Jena from Spoonful of Faith. Good luck to everyone entering the giveaway!! Have a great weekend and I will see you back here tomorrow for our FINAL giveaway. It's the biggest/best yet- trust me, you don't want to miss it!

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Grey Days & A Giveaway Announcement

 *photos by: JayJay Photography*

Cape c/o // Similar Turtleneck // Similar Necklace (1), (2) // Leggings // OTK Boots // Purse // Lipstick // Nail Polish in "a-list" 

I love combining different shades of the same color. It's an easy way to create a polished looking outfit, and is great for when you are lacking in outfit inspiration. Pair up a shirt/vest, or blouse/sweater in the same color family for an easy outfit. I have seen a lot of 'sleeveless coats' lately; but this one is a fav. I love the draped structure. Also- these boots!! I had been looking for months for a pair of OTK boots when I came across these for under $50. I was sold by the gold detailing!

I had such an amazing weekend. I went to a 90s dance party, spent a night with friends having a delicious homemade dinner and watching movies, and went to a Holiday tea event. Bring it on Monday! If you're feeling a bit blah, or have a case of the Monday blues, be sure to check out this week's Monday Must Read which I post weekly on facebook & twitter. This week's is a great read on how to look forward to Mondays!

I have exciting giveaway news! Come on back to LLB tomorrow - yes, tomorrow- I am adding a special Tuesday post for this! I will be announcing a whole bunch of giveaways, with the first one starting tomorrow!

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Wednesday Wants

Over the Knee Boots

Pink Sleeveless Blazer

Pink Suede Pumps

Cowlneck Sweater

Grey Wrap Coat

Blush Handbag

Wool Bow Coat

Over the Knee Boots

Grey Nikes

Neutrals - blush tones, camels, and greys - are going to be very popular this winter. I've been eyeing a number of great neutral pieces in stores lately and thought I'd get a head start on rounding up some great pieces for the late fall and early winter. I must say my favourite items are the gorgeous wrap coat and bow coat!

Today promises to be a busy day with a course on ethics in the legal profession in the evening followed by one of my favourite dance classes. I hope you all have a great day ahead as well! See you back here on Friday!!

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