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.glamdevils.com Mira

    Super lovely and classy. Love the stripe on stripe combo <3
    xo

    glamDevils

  • http://tulletarte.blogspot.com/ Jen

    Love how that skirt just whittles down your waist. Gorgeous!

  • http://franchemeetsfashion.blogspot.cz/ Caroline

    wow, you look absolutely stunning in this outfit !!! ♥♥
    kisses from

    http://franchemeetsfashion.blogspot.cz/

  • http://blurbs-blog.blogspot.com B.

    You look so classy, Emily! Love this!

    blurbs-blog.blogspot.com

  • http://www.asliceofglam.com Amberly

    Love the jacket and the beautiful skirt!

    Amberly
    http://www.asliceofglam.com

  • Stéphanie

    Beautiful!

  • http://www.soulofashopper.com Soulofashopper

    gorgeous outfit! you look stunning! xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

  • http://www.LeopardandLillies.com Amy

    Love that jacket!

    xx Amy
    Leopard and Lillies

  • http://www.gembear.com Gemma

    you’ve such a tiny waist!
    gorgeous

    http://www.gembear.com

  • http://petiteandhungry.blogspot.com Petite and Hungry

    that is such a figure flattering skirt! so pretty on you!

    http://www.petiteandhungry.blogspot.com

  • http://www.pushupswithpolish.com Em {pushups with polish}

    ahhh you look so good in this outfit!

  • http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com Natali

    Great jacket and bag! I like this outfit!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  • Sarah

    How is that skirt at all a midi? Perhaps you meant mini…?

    • MrsBarso

      It’s “midi” in comparison to the other skirt lengths Emily wears

  • http://www.ketchembunnies.com Katharina

    oh my god, those manolo´s are pure perfection!!!

  • http://www.lapetiteolga.com/ La Petite Olga

    Such a classic and chic look!! And the skirt looks so good on you!

    xx Olga
    La Petite Olga

  • http://www.fashiondenis.com/ Denisa

    Nice outfit. Have a great day.

    http://www.fashiondenis.com/

  • http://www.martasfashiondiary.com/ Marta

    Super chic outfit!
    That shoes is absolutely stunning!
    http://www.martasfashiondiary.com/

  • http://keepcalmandcarrylipstick.blogspot.com Sarah

    So gorgeous and ladylike!
    Keep calm and carry lipstick.

  • MrsBarso

    Best outfit I’ve seen you wear in a long time – skirt style and length is much more flattering on you.

    Gloves are nice touch

  • http://www.theprojectstyle.com Project Style

    I totally agree, this skirt is absolutely work suitable and not at all old fashion. It’s beautiful!!!
    I was considering the same issues when I posted this look: http://www.theprojectstyle.com/enchanting-garden/
    and I came to the conclusion that skirts like these are a fashionable and feminine way to dress for work.

  • http://adornlafemme.blogspot.com Lauren at adorn la femme

    This skirt is so outrageously pretty! The outfit is so simple but elegant~ and a great example of how to dress for the office!

    (=’.'=)
    -Lauren at adorn la femme
    http://adornlafemme.blogspot.com

  • stefanie

    this outfit is “made for you” – absolutely gorgeous, emily!

  • http://bonnieclydemarni.blogspot.gr/ Bonnie, Clyde and Marni
  • Georgina

    Your best outfit post ever in my opinion!

  • Azu

    Love the pumps!!!

    XOXO,

    http://outfitidentifier.com/

  • http://theslowpace.wordpress.com The slow pace

    You look gorgeous!! So girly!
    I really love your gloves!!

  • http://missmollyfashions.blogspot.com/ molly

    love this look, that jacket is superb!

    http://www.missmollyfashions.com/

  • http://www.intotheblonde.com/ adele

    Such a classy look, adore the jacket especially.
    Have a fab Thursday Hun xoxo
    http://www.intotheblonde.com/

  • http://clothesabcs.blogspot.com DaNa

    Perfect! ♥

  • http://raspberry-rouge.com Raspberry & Rouge

    Love this! The skirt is amazing! Xx Rebecca

    http://raspberry-rouge.com

  • http://www.styleclouds.de Styleclouds

    You look lovely! xo, Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

  • http://endolia.blogg.se Eleni

    Love it!

  • http://www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com EVa

    Love the stripes on you, the skirt is too cute and those gloves are so cute!

    http://www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com

  • http://standoutfashionblog.blogspot.it Stand Out
  • http://theoccasionalindulgence.blogspot.com/ Naomi A

    I adore a classic A-line flare skirt!

    The Occasional Indulgence

  • http://heelsanddiapers.blogspot.com Dorien

    You loke great, stripes are never out of business!

  • http://www.cashmerekitchen.wordpress.com Emily Burns

    I love this outfit it’s heaven! x

  • http://www.clochet.com Clochet

    Classy but with a twist, love it!
    xo,Clochet

    http://www.clochet.com

  • http://glamourgirl-bg.blospot.com Iliyana
  • Ancika

    This is not a midi skirt, this is a mini skirt, right? Or above- knee.

  • http://daisycoutureling.wordpress.com Nicole

    That skirt is to die for!! <3 <3 <3

  • http://schmuckstueck.blogspot.com Constanze

    Great combo, love it! ♥
    xx

  • http://www.theitaliansmoothie.com Alessia

    Always elegant and beautiful! Love the skirt!

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  • irene wibowo

    wow so cool! ;)

    Irene Wibowo

  • http://www.wonderfulandmarvelous.blogspot.com andrea

    Very pretty!! This skirt looks fantastic! Love it.
    xo Andrea
    Wonderful and Marvelous

  • http://foodcocktail.com Adriana @ FoodCocktail

    I really like the stripe on stripe idea, I think it works really well! You look beautiful in this outfit!

  • http://www.thefashioneldiary.com/ Puje LK

    Love the style!

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  • http://dashofsarah.blogspot.be/ Sarah

    You look great! I love the stripes :)

  • http://www.stylishdreams.com carried away

    Oh Emily, I love this outfit. I don’t even know what i like best, the skirt, the blazer or the pumps. Everything fits so nice together…

  • Nico