26 May 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.Sources:
- Pinstriped Pants – BR Outletubs
- Reddish-Purple Tee – F21
- Light Pink Cardigan – J Crew
- Red Wedges -Anthropologie, via ebay
Endnotes:
My first attempt at a lab-appropriate look also needed to be teaching-appropriate and coffee-shop-studying-appropriate. I started with a pair of dress pants that are machine washable cotton, making them both comfortable and durable – qualities I would imagine are important for the lab wardrobe. I then worked off of the purplish-blue pinstripe and picked the analogous reddish-purple top and the subsequently analogous maroon shoes and pink sweater. I love how this swath of neighboring hues makes the classic pants a little more exciting.
The bright colors also make the long pants and long-sleveed cardigan more appropriate for a warm sunny day.
Now it’s back to lesson planning for tomorrow’s class!
26 May 2009, originally uploaded by academichic.
The headband is a practical touch, too – keep those strands out of the bunsen burners!
I don’t work in a lab, but I totally agree with you on the machine-washable pants, which are really convenient for teaching. Some of my faves are from the Limited and Ann Taylor Loft. I wish there was a BR Outlet near me, though.
Purple looks very good on you!