Favorite Fit: Perfect Fall Blazers

By LL

It's LL again, blogging from KC as Jess explores Berlin. And, I'm here to discuss my all-time favorite fit - the BLAZER. No matter the season or the occasion, you really cannot go wrong with a blazer. It is classy enough for work, dressy enough for a date night, yet casual enough for a day at the farmers market. Here are a few of my recommendations for the perfect fall blazer.

1. J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Tipped Wool $228
2. JC Penny Two-Button Nautical Blazer $35.99
3. H&M Faux Leather Sleeve Jacket $39.99
4. J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Wool Flannel $198
5. Madewell Tailored Blazer in Chambray $89.50
6. Modcloth Takes Two to Tangerine $47.99
7. Banana Republic Textured Blazer $150


Running short of ideas how to create the perfect look with a blazer? Here are a few simple suggestions for inspiration.

1. From www.pennypincherfashion.com

2. From andeelayne.blogspot.com

1. From Marc Jacobs at Nordstrom

1. From www.walkinwonderland.com

2. Kate Middleton on stylebistro.com

Throwing a Fit: Attaché

By: LL
As I prepare to start down a new career path, with a new job in a new city, I find myself fantasizing about "looking the part." The wardrobe is definitely not the issue. In fact, I have been dressing in business professional attire for the last 4 years and have accumulated quite the collection of pencil skirts, blouses, pumps, and blazers. I'm all set in the wardrobe department (for now...)

However, in my past roles, I have not needed to carry a briefcase (dispatch case, satchel, or attaché, if you will). I have a few laptop bags lying around from my college days when I had to lug my laptop with me everywhere. And, I definitely have my fair share of large handbags, which probably could pass as a work tote. Either way, I have found myself throwing a fit over some of these great attachés (fancy name accounts for the fancy price). If only...

1. Gucci Bella Tote
2. Cole Haan Vintage Valise Kendra
3. Tumi Voyageur Cortina Boarding Tota
4. Kate Spade Dama Striped Patent Leather Tote
5. Fendi Lucca Linen Tote
6. Yves Saint Laurent Cabas ChYc Satchel (Large)

I won't even go into the prices on these, as they definitely do not fit the bill. But a girl can dream, right?

Featured Fit: Workin' Girl

By: LL
My work dress code is (supposed to be) business casual. But I have a boss that wears a suit, tie, cuff links, Florsheims, and even a pocket square(!!) to work EVERY DAY. So, that translates to me wearing a lot of tailored dresses, skirts, and blazers...and, of course, pumps. Due to the transitional weather (cool mornings, hot afternoons), I have been pairing blazers with a lot of dresses, such as seen here:

Dress: J. Crew (circa 2009)

Blazer: The Limited (Similar)

Bag: Coach (birthday gift 2010)

Pumps: Aldo (Similar)

Necklace: Handcrafted