Daily Outfit - 07/29/10

I decided to try something a little different with a scarf today. I made a shrug out of a large square scarf. Its kind of fun and drapey in person - hard to take a picture of.

White Shirt - Dots, $18 (Summer 2009)
Black Dress - Target, clearance for $15 (2008)
Scarf - H&M, $8 (2009)
Diamond Solitaire Necklace - gift
Flower Bracelet - Kate Spade/gift from Kenz (2010)
Heels - Coach (Spring 2010)

Hip Klip Review & Giveaway

I think I have shared my career with some of you before, but for those of you that don't know I am a property manager for commercial real estate. I have four buildings in my portfolio which means I am on the go a bit and need to always have my cell phone and access cards/keys with me. For a long time I have been using various wristlets which are pretty handy, but not the best option especially when I am writing stuff down or attempting to carry stuff. So when the fabulous president, Jerilyn, of Purse Bling offered a Hip Klip* for me to try out I was thrilled.

Check this thing out - it clips on your belt or waistband to keep your hands free and your "stuff" close! Also, you can clip it inside your purse to keep these little items together and easy to grab.

Just look at everything that fit in it with plenty of room to spare.

So, as you can see I love my new Hip Klip. Now, don't worry I wouldn't just rub it in your face that I have something cool and not give you a chance to win one for yourself! Purse Bling will give one lucky and randomly selected FFUF reader a Hip Klip of their choice.

Simply fill out the form below to be entered in the drawing - one entry per person. Entry deadline is Tuesday, August 3 at 11:59 EST.


Or click here for the entry form.

All of the information entered will be kept in a secure spreadsheet and email addresses will not be used for spam, etc. I will delete once the winner is selected.

And remember, if you can't wait to see if you won or not or want to get some of the many other fabulous Purse Bling items use the code FAB2 to save 10%!

*Hip Klip was provided by Purse Bling for the purpose of this review.

Daily Outfit - 07/28/10

Well, I certainly didn't intend to do that . . . and by that I mean go AWOL (someone just watched this past Sunday's Army Wives!) and not post daily outfit pics. I did something the past two days that I try never to do. I didn't plan my outfit the evening before leaving me running behind in the morning and just grabbing something.

On Monday I wore this "Neon Zebra" wrap dress only I popped a bright pink tank under it this time around. On Tuesday I wore this Maxi Dress with this turquoise & white Polka Dot cardi. So, as you can see, you weren't missing much.

Now on to today's outfit . . . there is a lot going on. Pattern, design, texture and even some embellishment - - is it too much? Not for me! This outfit all started based on the Outfit Inspiration Calendar's call for "Dress up a Graphic Tee" and from there I kept grabbing things.

Green Jacket - Burlington Coat Factory, clearance for $10 (June 2010 - my mom picked it up for me)
Tee - Old Navy, $10 (2010)
Skirt - Gap, $60 (2005)
Belt - NY & Co, sale for $10 (2007)
Embellished Peep Toes - Unisa/TJ Maxx, $35 (2006) with DIY embellishment by me

I explained the Wibiya tool bar on Sunday, but wanted to share that I plan to use the little pop-up message area as a way to share all sorts of stuff (fun facts about me, things that caught my eye, articles that I found interesting, heads up on uncoming giveaways and more). So, if you normally just read FFUF through a reader/feed, you may want to click on over from time to time! :-)

Reader Question - Lace Up Boots

I would love to buy these boots but I have no idea what to wear with them. They are a BIG purchase for me so I am hesitant to commit! What ideas do you have for fall/winter? I'd like to wear them to work where our dress code is business casual.

The sale ends soon so I could use some quick advice if you have time! Thank you!
-Bianca

(Image from Nordstrom, modified by me)

Bianca, those boots are gorgeous!! I know they are pricey (click the pic above to be directed to the website), but I think they would be worth it. You can work them into outfits not only for your business casual wardrobe, but casually on weekends also.

Given the time constraint so you can be sure to make your decision in time to get the sale price I pulled a few looks from catalogs to show the types of outfits that come to mind for these boots.

(image from Down East Basics Catalog, modified by me)

First up, pair them with cute floral or other patterned dresses and skirts. In the early fall you can go without tights and later in the winter months add some nice warm tights to the look.

(left image from Down East Basics Catalog and right image from Fashion Police, modified by me)

Next up, just like with the floaty, patterned dress and skirt above the boots would be great with a denim skirt and sweater/shirt/cardigan on top. You could also try them with tweed or heavy-weight material shorts and tights.

(image from Down East Basics Catalog, modified by me)

Another option would be to pair them with skinny jeans/cords, jeggings or leggings and tuck the pants in, so you can still see the awesome laces. Good toppers for this look would be oversized cardigans, tunic length shirts and more.

(image from The Fashionable Housewife, modified by me)

This image is from Marc Jacobs for Fall 2009. I love the "lumberjack" yet feminine feel these outfits have. Your new boots would definitely work well with similar look also. I could also see them working with maxi shirts like the Charlotte Roson ones in this post.

Bianca, I hope that helps with a few ideas of the types of outfits the boots would work well with. You will have let us know if you decide to buy them.

Lovely ladies, do you have any ideas? Links to inspiration?

Alligator Bracelet Under $25

A couple of weeks ago I wore my newly acquired Alligator Bracelet. I received a few comments inquiring where "Albie" was from. Unfortunately, my answer wasn't very helpful unless you lived in or around Indy as I picked him up at a local jewelry store called Princess at Castleton Mall.

Over the past couple of weeks I have kept my eyes open for an alternative for you lovely ladies though. I haven't come across much, but did see this one at AMI Clubwear. This one is a bit more blinged out and is available in gold or silver tone.

Do you have any animal jewelry (or as Avenue calls it Critter Couture)?