Cupcakes and Cashmere

Stripe on Stripe

January 17th, 2013

Prada Sunglasses, Pinko Jacket, H&M Top, Rachel Zoe Skirt, Manolo Blahnik Pumps, Club Monaco Gloves, Vintage Chanel Bag

When I first graduated from college and had my first real job, I was terrified of coming into work looking like I was still a student. So instead of investing in a few smart pieces (black blazer, pretty blouses, etc.), I wore clothing better suited for a grandmother. We’re talking sweater sets, frumpy kitten heels, and skirts that hit mid-calf and were anything but flattering. Over time I learned that there exists a balance between my jeans/graphic t’s/platform flip flops that I wore when I was 22 and how to dress professionally, but with a youthful twist. I swore off fuller skirts for a while after, but this one made me reconsider: it’s nipped in at the waist, flares beautifully, and the subtle pattern that almost resembles a wooden texture makes it feel far from granny chic.

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  • http://www.kiyaraartyspace.com suman

    I remember your stripe t shirt from one of your old post. Again now this stripe look is very chic…and i like the way u teamed up grey pumps along with black and white…

    http://kiyaraartyspace.com/

  • http://misspinkstyle.net Adela

    Love this outfit. The skirt is AMAZING.
    Adela x

    misspinkstyle.net

  • http://zazzish.blogspot.pt/ Patrícia Marques

    An outfit exactly how I love!!

    <3
    http://zazzish.blogspot.pt

  • http://fashionramble.com Fashion Ramble

    The gloves color is just perfect for your two tone outfit !! I love your idea of wearing stripes on stripes – I haven’t thought of that my self, it’s rare and unique – but it’s really working !! Great job Emily, I love following your blog

    http://fashionramble.com

    Sincerely,

    Anastasia // Fashion Ramble

  • http://adornyourselfaccordingly.blogspot.com Valerie

    I cannot get over these photos! So gorgeous. Beautifully styled!

  • http://www.busyworkingmama.com/ BusyWorkingMama

    Love the shoes!

  • http://www.leslimarie.com LesliMarie

    This outfit looks like a magazine ad! no joke! just fabulous….

    xo
    http://www.leslimarie.com

  • http://hotcinnamon.blogspot.com.es/ Dámaris

    Gorgeous!!

    You look stunning!

    http://hotcinnamon.blogspot.com.es/

    xoxo

  • http://www.CraveTheseClothes.com Clara

    Love this look! The grey pumps are gorgeous and I always love a striped blazer.
    I used one in a post about mixing prints: http://wp.me/p2RGHv-D8

    - CC @ CraveTheseClothes

  • http://modemanifest.blogspot.com Fröken H

    Nice and wonderfully chic outfit. I really like the subtle pop of color that the glove gives and the striking combination of the jacket and skirt :)

  • http://blog.imperfectconcepts.com/ tasha

    LOVE this look. Very polished and young professional like! Will recreate it

  • http://www.dressingroomdiaries.com Amber

    This is completely stunning.

    http://www.dressingroomdiaries.com

  • http://stonecoldcomfort.blogspot.co.uk/ Chloe

    Great outfit, I really love the fun shape of the skirt!

    http://www.stonecoldcomfort.blogspot.co.uk

  • http://www.corriegabs.com corriegabs

    I’m obsessed with the stripes!

  • http://www.loveleeblog.com Jessica Lee

    This outfit is AMAZING. Love the stripe on stripe. The shoes are also to die for!!

  • michelle

    You look fantastic and your outfit certainly has a youthfulness to it. However, I caution confusing classics with frumpy. There are certain professional industries where your outfit would be inappropriate; however, sweater sets and kitten heals would be the perfect choice.

  • http://www.herphilly.com Emily {Her Philly}

    Great tips Emily. That is definitely a tough thing to balance!

    -Emily
    http://www.herphilly.com

  • http://pinklemonincrystal.blogspot.com Michelle Lee
  • http://nothingisunwritten.blogspot.de/ Joe♥

    Stripes are the girls best friends! :D D
    Look amazing.
    Love Joe♥

  • http://www.niamhkelly.wordpress.com Niamh Kelly

    Stripes are one of my favourite looks ever! They inject such an elegant and classic style into your wardrobe. Looks fab. Niamh x

    http://www.niamhkelly.wordpress.com

  • http://chickadeesays.blogspot.com Kaitlin Welch

    Love this outfit! Those grey pumps are incredible.

    xx Kait

  • http://www.thelovelorn.net/ Jessica

    So well done!
    I adore your jacket. It’s screaming Parisian chic! <3

    The Lovelorn

  • http://www.pippafrance.com Heather

    This is fabulous! Down to the shoes! Looks like I should give fuller skirts a second look.

    -Heather
    http://www.pippafrance.com

  • http://www.outgoingtaste.wordpress.com caroline

    Lovely lady like look!
    Lot’s of love!
    http://www.outgoingtaste.wordpress.com

  • http://miss-peacock.blogspot.de/ Fatma

    absolutely stunning!!!

    xx

    Miss-Peacock

  • http://sugaranddesign.wordpress.com Sarah
  • http://1moreshoppingblog.blogspot.com Rose

    Cute outfit!

  • http://lauralcornelius.wordpress.com Laura

    That bag is such a great find, so classic.

  • Sonya

    gorgeous outfit!!! I’m absolutely in looovee with those shoes

    seasaltandcaramelz@blogspot.com

  • Poppy Keane

    This is such a nice look !

    http://www.cestbeaute.com

  • inutu

    Great chic outfit.I love the sunglasses,the purse is beautiful,i have one almost like that,only its bigger…guys follow my blog,its called for your eyes,ears and everything on google and add me on google

  • Dede

    Love the outfit!