Pink Party Dress

 Dress c/o // Similar Heels (1), (2), (3) // Handbag // Similar Rings (1), (2) // Nail Polish

I really believe that every woman's closet needs that one fun party dress that just makes her smile. This Shabby Apple dress is definitely that piece for me. It has a very "Kate Spade vibe" (without the KS price tag!) and it fits like a glove. Such a win!

Since I am usually in work wear, when I do step out of the corporate fashion bubble, I like to really break from it. I, therefore, love choosing bold colors like this bright pink. I definitely plan on wearing this dress to a few day time parties this summer.

When I do break out a stand out piece like this dress, I try to keep my accessories neutral. I picked up these Kate Spade low strap mary jane's at Winners a few weeks ago and I can't get enough of them. They are the perfect compliment to any bold outfit (work-day wise or party wise).

It poured rain here all weekend so a lot of my fun weekend plans got rained out. It definitely did not leave me in the best head space to start this work week, but, I am trying to start today with a positive attitude (and a very large cup of coffee). Here's to a great week ahead!

linking up with: mix it mondays // let it shine // shoe & tell // on trend tuesdays // garay treasures // tuesday fashion party // style swap // trendy wednesday // summer style // spotlight // WW
// friday favorites // casual friday  // trend spin: pink

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Must Try Trend: The Wrap Skirt

Similar Skirts (1), (2), (3) // Top // Necklace // Heels // Handbag // Rings

Wrap skirts have been everywhere this spring, and I have had my eye on a couple for the past few weeks. I stumbled across this navy one at Winners and had to buy it. The color & length are perfect for work, but the faux wrap look takes this pencil skirt from boring to stylish and on-trend.

I definitely recommend the wrap skirt trend as one of this season's trends to actually incorporate into your wear-to-work wardrobe. Trends can be tricky- especially when it comes to wearing them to the office - but wrap skirts are definitely work appropriate. 

To all of you who read my blog regularly - my apologies for not posting this weekend! As you may have read in this post, I deviated from my usual Friday posting schedule because of a post that was supposed to go live Saturday morning. 

Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond my control, it did was not able to be published. I am so sorry to anyone who checked back on Saturday and saw nothing! The post will be coming later this week though, so stay tuned! 

linking up with: let it shine // shoe & tell // OOTD // hello monday // #howispring // style swap //  on trend tuesdays // trendy wednesday // what i wore // throwback thursday // TFF // #WIWT // casual friday // friday favorites // fabulous friday // WW 
  

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Style Inspiration: Anne Hathaway as Jules in "The Intern" (Look 2)

Today's entry in my Style Inspiration Series is another look inspired by Anne Hathaway as "Jules" in The Intern. I have re-created one of her outfit's before (here), but I think that her wardrobe is the best "young professional fashionista" wardrobe I have seen in a movie. I want every outfit worn by Anne Hathaway in this movie magically transferred into my closet!

What I like about this look is that it serves as a great reminder that the bold combination of red & leopard print can work for a professional look if styled correctly. Keeping the accessories to a minimum and wearing a menswear style blazer tone down the red/leopard and create an excellent work look.
 

Pants // Similar Blazers (1), (2) // Heels // Cotton Tee // Similar Handbags (1), (2), (3)

What do you think of this work look? Would you wear red & leopard to the office? I'd love to hear your thoughts! My main tips on wearing a combination of red & leopard print to work are:

1) Keep your accessories to a minimum

2) Keep the leopard print to a smaller item (shoes or a handbag are perfect)

3) Look for materials and fabrics that are high quality to keep the look professional

I hope you all have a great start to your work week. It has been so nice and warm here in Vancouver so I plan on wearing spring looks to work all week. If you follow along on instagram I'll make sure to post some of them. 

Linking up with: OOTD // Shoe & tell // let it shine // hello monday // #howispring // mix it mondays // on trend tuesdays // garay treasures // style swap tuesdays // the mummy chronicles // #wiwt // throwback thursday // spotlight of the week // what i wore to work
   

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5 Creative Ways to Wear a Button-Down Shirt

Similar Shirt // Earrings c/o        ||        Shirt // Midi Skirt // Bow Tie

Happy Monday readers! For today's post I am doing something a little different. Today i am guest posting over on Lawyer Lookbook- a blog run by my friend Brittany. 

Brittany is a fellow lawyer/fashion blogger that I have had the privilege of getting to know over the course of this blogging journey. Brittany has the BEST style! I am always inspired by her polished and feminine looks.

Head on over to Lawyer Lookbook for 5 creative ways to wear a basic button down shirt. I really enjoyed writing this post - I hope you all feel inspired by the ideas! Have a great day and I will see you back here on Wednesday.

Linking up with: style sessions // on trend tuesdays // tuesday fashion party // jersey girl texan heart // trendy wednesday // garay treasures // trend spin 

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Style Inspiration: Amal Clooney

I'm so excited to be sharing the second post in my "Style Inspiration" series; (you can see the first one here). When it comes to corporate chic, and looking like a fashion goddess while taking the professional world on by storm, there is no one greater than Amal Clooney.  

I have been following Amal's style for a while now, and one of the outfits that always stood out to me was this all white suit she wore last year to meet the Greek Prime Minister. I have always shied away from suit sets that are anything but black or blue. Something about the matching effect always felt very 1980s. This suit inspired me to throw that rule out the window & get myself a cream suit. 

Similar Suits: 1, 2  // Bracelet c/o (20% off w/ code LegalLee) // Handbag // Heels // Similar Sunglasses: 1, 2

Amal is quite minimalist when it comes to accessories. Inspired by her, I matched her look of black pumps, a black handbag and bold sunglasses. I did however add one simple, gorgeous bracelet to accessorize the look. I love the 'old fashioned' look to this bracelet, and I think Amal would approve haha.

Thanks for checking out today's post and I hope to see you back here on Wednesday!

Linking up with:on trend tuesdays // confident two-day // style swap // trend spin // tuesday fashion party // oh hey girl // style me wednesday// thursday fashion files // #wiwt // spotlight of the week

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Cobalt

Earrings c/o (20% off w/ code LegalLee) // Similar Blazers: (1), (2) // Pants // Heels // Similar Tops: (1), (2) // Similar Bags: (1), (2) // Lipstick (in "pink nouveau")

How stunning is this cobalt blue blazer?! A great way to shake yourself out of a work style rut is to pick one really bold item and style your outfit around that.

I love how well these statement earrings from Olive & Piper go with this look. The 'mixed media' in the earrings really makes them stand out as an item. The druzy stone, the pearl stone, and the crystal are such an unexpected (and gorgeous!) combo!

If you aren't familiar with O&P yet, you are going to LOVE them. High quality jewelry at affordable prices... it's basically the greatest. Until March 25th you can get 15% off any of their products by entering OliveLegalLee at checkout.

Bring on the last day of the work week! Have a great weekend everyone! Oh, and don't forget to come back on Monday because I've got the second post in my "Style Inspiration" series! I cannot wait to show you which celebrity or movie outfit I am recreating this time. If you missed my first post in the series, check it out here.


Linking up with:casual friday //  fabulous friday // weekend wear //  fab favourites //  flashback fashion fridays // friday favourites // weekly favourites 

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Denim Days

 Dress c/o // Necklace (15% off with code OliveLegalLee) // Bracelets c/o // Similar Boots: 1, 2, 3 // Lipstick (in "candy yum yum") 
**photos: Ally Fotografy**

Being in corporate wear all week, sometimes it's nice to just throw on an easy dress. This wrinkled denim dress is perfect for a laid back weekend look.

In the spring, a great way to 'ease in' to your summer style is by pairing your dresses with ankle boots. This keeps your look from being too summery with the added bonus of having warm feet haha. 

I got these ankle boots while in Curacao last month (see my trip review here). Who would have guessed Curacao would have great ankle boots?! I was definitely surprised by how great the shopping was. I've linked up 3 similar boot styles above, but also am including a widget of my favorite ankle boots below so that you can find some great spring boots too! 

Have a great Monday! To make up for my crazy busy week last week, this one is pretty relaxed. I've even got a couple of afternoons off! I'm going to meet up with one of my blogger friends tomorrow afternoon and get blog work done in a local coffee shop. I can't wait. See you all back here on Wednesday. In the meantime, be sure to follow me on instagram, facebook and twitter!

Linking up with: #howifall // let it shine // shoe & tell // creative mondays // hello monday // a lovely a la mode // mix it mondays // sophisticated style // style sessions // on trend tuesdays // trend spin //style swap // confident twosday // tuesday fashion party // the mummy chronicles // #wiwt

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Gotta love that flare

Similar Top // Jeans // Heels // Similar Handbags (1), (2), (3) // Ring c/o // Necklace

Happy Friday readers! As you may have gathered from this week's Wednesday Wants, I have been loving the trend toward the 90s lately. As such, for today's post I wanted to undertake the challenge of mixing 90s fashion with a more contemporary 'after work' vibe. 

I love the idea of pairing a button-down shirt that is knotted in the front, with a pair of flared jeans. It creates a universally flattering silhouette. I decided to go with rose gold jewelry (readers, you know my love for rose gold); including my new favorite statement ring.

I hope you all have a great weekend ahead. I will be spending my weekend buried under paper work, but am really excited about taking an acro yoga class tonight and having a relaxing dinner with friends on Saturday night. Gotta love those mini breaks between the chaos! I hope to see you all back here on Monday! 

linking up with: casual friday // friday faves // fabulous friday // weekend wear // flashback fashion fridays // that friday bloghop // friday favorites // forage fashion // let it shine 

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Brunch Uniform

Shirt: H&M with a Glitter and Juls Shop Decal

Jeans: Old Navy "Rockstar" Skinny jeans

Necklace: Aldo

Rings: Aldo

Ankle Boots: Sole Society

I don't know if it's just me but I need a reminder of brunch, and mimosas, and coffee, and friends on a chilly Monday morning. So, here you have it; my weekend brunch 'uniform'. I want to be cozy, but still chic for a weekend brunch and a graphic tee with my comfiest jeans and a statement necklace is definitely the way to do it. 

I adore this t-shirt - coffee is pretty much the sole reason behind my functionality - so this is definitely an awesome slogan in my books (... and apparently warrants me making my "i-am-so-overexcited-and-such-a-dork" face, as you can see in the last picture! haha) 

I had such an amazing weekend in Northern BC with my sister and adorable niece and nephew. I wish they lived closer so I could see them more often! Hope you all had a great weekend too!

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