WHAT TO WEAR TO WORK

April 14, 2019 Kelly Donohue

Mar Vista, CA

Unless you wear scrubs or a uniform to work, picking out something to wear every day can be a bit of a time suck. But I’ve found that by investing a great pear of pants, you can swap out inexpensive accessories and tops to keep your go-to office look feeling as fresh as a spring bouquet.

These high-waisted black skinnies are a great place to start. Not only do they maintain their shape after weeks (seriously) of wear, but the high waistline makes them incredibly flattering. To add a bit of extra polish to your look, add a belt like this one I snagged for just $23. or a printed top. This animal printed tank is from West Kei, which you can find on sale at Nordstrom Rack. As for the accessories, these trendy, ultra-light acrylic hoops come in a set of two, for just $14. With the addition of a few low-priced pieces, you can add some variety to your weekday look and help answer that perpetual “What should I wear today?” question.

Top: c/o West Kei

Jacket: Old Navy

Jeans: GRLFRND/Revolve

Earrings: c/o Sugarfix by Baublebar

Belt: ASOS

Lips: c/o Thrive

Knot Bracelet: c/o Grand Avenue Jewelry

Heels: Revolve

Rings: c/o Baublebar

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How to Style a Silk Tank

April 10, 2019 Kelly Donohue

DTLA

A silk blouse is a timeless wardrobe staple but I have to admit, I've really only started investing in them recently. They're so flattering but for some reason when it came to styling them, I always had a hard time. I used to make the mistake of pairing silk tops with similar luxe fabrics (usually in matching pastel shades, don't ask me why) and wind up looking like a kid on Easter Sunday.

I have since discovered that there are lots (and lots) of ways to style a silk top. Perfect for pulling off a classic office look when paired with your favorite high-waisted skinnies, a blazer, and heels, the silk top also looks great on date night tucked into a leather mini skirt. To switch things up, try on ruffles, polka dots, stripes, or styles with oversized sleeves to give your go-to denim skirt/jeans a bit of extra polish.

Today, I went for a monochromatic look by playing with different hues of the same shade. I paired a bronze silk tank with a chocolate polka-dot pencil skirt and cream booties to pull together an outfit that's solid for day or night. So whether you're headed to work or looking for a last-minute dinner ensemble, let the silk blouse become your go-to.

Top: Revolve (on sale!)

Skirt: Reformation

Earrings: c/o Sugarfix by Baublebar

Bracelet: c/o Grand Avenue Jewelry

Booties: Something Navy/Nordstrom

Mieke Clutch: Revolve

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STAPLES YOU'LL LOVE FOREVER

April 2, 2019 Kelly Donohue

Beverly Hills, CA

As a blogger, I spend a decent amount of time trying on new trends and testing out new ways to wear things. However, I think it's the classics that are really worth investing in. From timeless trench coats to accessories I'll always adore, I look to staple pieces to make up most of my wardrobe. You know what I'm talking about. It's the styles that you'll love for years—if not decades. One of my go-to classic brands is REPEAT Cashmere. Like this button-down I'm wearing here, all of their pieces are both versatile and high-quality.

Today I paired their top with ripped skinnies, spring booties, and a trendier belt bag for a look that's great for the office. However, it also works well layered over a tank, tucked into a mini skirt, or even as a beach coverup!