6 May 2010, originally uploaded by academichic.Sources:
- Black Blazer – F21
- Grey Pencil Skirt- Banana Republic
- Cami (unseen) – BR Outlet
- Belt- Gap
- Floral Scarf – Anthropologie
- Shoes – Anthropologie, via ebay
- Ring – on loan from sister M.
Endnotes:
Clearly, my guilt over not adequately participating in florals month runs deep! I put together this mismatched suit for a museum lecture I was invited to give. I have this same pencil skirt in black, but the black skirt and black blazer was a little too corporate for my liking. Even the black blazer with grey suit skirt needed the orangy-brown belt and red wedges to feel more me.
I wore a teal cami underneath, but let my floral scarf serve as a kind of loose cowl-neck blouse. It looks a bit like it is swallowing my head in these pictures, but I adjusted it so that the loop sat a bit lower. I picked up on the blue flowers in the scarf with this fabulous flower ring I discovered while digging through my sister’s jewelry box the last time I was home.
Flower on Floral!, originally uploaded by academichic.I think this otherwise severe suit was made fresh and approachable by the addition of the floral scarf and all the rich warm tones it allowed me to bring in through accessories. Per usual for me, this is mostly just another mix of neutral with a little light blue in the scarf. But, I am always amazed how much more interesting a simple ensemble is when you let brown, black, and grey mingle.
6 May 2010, originally uploaded by academichic.
Gorgeous outfit. I agree that the addition of the floral pattern makes it more approachable. I might add that the whole outfit has an artsy vibe as well and so suitable for the occasion.
Love the way you paired the scarf with the little blazer– think I’ll give this look a try!
Wowza – you look hot! :)
I love this outfit.
Very classic, but still feminine and sexy.
Just found you guys’ blog.
Now Imma go through some of the older posts.
yay!
-Stephanie
Great Look…sophisticated and creative! Love it!
I love this look. It’s fun yet so put together. The scarf and belt really make the outfit.
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