Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Daily MelWear: Modern Professional Momma

I like this suit. A lot.

Today we're going to lunch with another department to celebrate all of our hard work in launching the new electronic system that we purchased. I figured this outfit worked because:

1. It's a suit. Duh.
2. It meets ALL of the dress code requirements.
3. The cut and fabric make it a little more modern, and casual since we're doing lunch rather than attending a board meeting.
4. The jacket has belt loops! BELTS!!!
5. The color combo of teal and orange is super fun. I almost wore my yellow belt again until I remembered this orange one.
6. These heels, while slightly uncomfortable (to be honest, they're kicked off under my desk as I type!), have a fun little bow with rhinestones but they're not open-toe and don't have a pattern so they're within code.
7. Did I mention the jacket has belt loops? Oh how I love belts.

So. YAY!

I don't really have a whole lot else to say. My evening last night was full of exhaustion and waiting in a gas station parking lot for the highway patrol and UGH. Everyone is fine, I wasn't the one in the accident, but suffice it to say that I am TIRED.

Things will get better. They always do.




Have a great Wednesday, everyone!

Today's outfit:
Suit: Ross
Teal Blouse: Charlotte Russe
Orange Belt: Target
Cream Heels: DSW

24 comments:

  1. I also love this suit! It feels almost like a vest with the longer sleeve teal shirt underneath it. I'm so glad you've found a balance between your fun wardrobe and your office dresscode!!

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  2. Your color combinations are inspirational. Love this combo!

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  3. The jacket/vest with the belt has to be my favorite part of this outfit! I love belts too, because they help me to hide my mid-section AND they help you look put together. You go girl!!

    tiannamae.blogspot.com

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  4. i love the pop of color from the belt and the teal shirt underneath! teal and orange is definitely a combo i need to try!

    cute & little

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  5. I wore some toe squishers yesterday and sooo kicked them off under the desk!

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  6. Those shoes are to die for! Love the bows.

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  7. I like the belted jacket. That is a fun twist on a suit!

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  8. The double-pop of satin is just lovely, especially juxtaposed against the chambray. And such a cute orange belt! I love love love it.

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  9. Holy adorable, Mel! I love the orange and turqouise color combination today :)

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  10. You have got the more versatile and fun collection of suits I've ever seen! I am loving your interesting color combinations too :)

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  11. Hooray for finding fun things that still fit the dress code! And to think that you were worried before, haha!

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  12. Belt loops on a suit=divine!!! I love the color combo and those shoe... sexy!

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  13. I agree your suit is great...love how you added color with the belt and shirt! You are amazing at making the office appropriate fun!!

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  14. Rock those serious heels! I think if you can infuse a little personality with crazy cool shoes like those you might be able to stand that crazy bad dress code.

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  15. Love the shoes! So fancy. And the orange belt is a great pop of color.

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  16. Wow, those are some fancy shoes for work! I love them!

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  17. Very cute shoe.

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  18. I think teal and orange may be my favorite color combo ever! You look awesome!

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  19. I so want those shoes! And an excuse to wear them! Join me for cocktails? :)

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  20. Very cute suit indeed. I do love the belt loops detail as well. I am amazed and how you can look so stylish under your crazy dress code guidelines.

    Daphne.
    http://fashiondivamommy.blogspot.com

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  21. This is my favorite kind of suit because it is professional but feminine. You look fantastic, and the shoes add a nice bit of oomph, as well!

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  22. I think I am obsessed with your professional style..This look is professional yet fun...You look great!

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  23. love the suit. is it denim? looks great with the teal and orange belt. those heels are fabulous!

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  24. I'm glad that today's suits are so much less stuffy than the 90's "power suit". It makes wearing them a lot more fun. Also love the color combination here.

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