I got an email for a sale at Target and thought I’d browse around in the Dresses section, and I wound up putting this together!
And no, @Nathaniel_Smith, that’s not me in the picture. It is once again a model. ;-) Such a charmer, that one.
Merona Faux-Wrap Dress (ebony/flat grey/white) ………. $20.98
Daisy Fuentes Babydoll Cardigan (gray heather) ………. $22
Colin Stuart Round-Toe Pump (passion berry) ………. $29
Nine West Go With The Flow Top Zip (black) ………. $19.99
That, of course, comes in just under $100 for the business casual superstar on a budget. :)
I love wrap dresses. I think I’ve already featured at least one or two, and the most recent BCS entry featured a faux-wrap one very similar to this. It’s got a decent neckline, nipped in waist, is knee-length (stockings!), and in sedate (boring) gray, white, and black.
Since it’s got itty bitty sleeves, I picked out a heather gray cardigan in between the gray and white in the dress to balance and brighten. And it’s a babydoll to boot. Babydolls seem to be one of those love it or hate it trends. Yes, the babydoll shirts make you look pregnant. Who cares? They’re adorable. Belt them if you don’t want a pooch. This cardigan prevents that anyway, with the single button at the already-nipped-in waist. And look at those cute, slouchy pockets. Adorable.
We’ve been pretty monochromatic so far, playing with blacks and grays and whites. That’s why I went with purple pumps, just to bring some unexpected color into the outfit. It’s a dark purple, perfectly suitable for the workplace, and it’s got a bit of a heel to go with this girly dress. Plus, I just love Colin Stuart and I love that the brand has been a Vicky’s Secret staple for so long. Classic designs with clean lines. What more could a girl ask for (at the workplace)?
I”ve always been partial to Nine West. A wide range of bags that are of good quality – that’s about all I need. I picked this black zip top one because it’s not too far out there: it stays with the monochromatic theme. But it’s got a zip top and studs. Funky.
That’s all for now.
i love the cardigan!!! *grabby hands*
Me too! I’m not crazy about the purse, to be honest, but it works with the outfit and actually fits with my budget. :-P I would have loved the Nine West Keaton Clutch ($20) in white, but I already used it in another outfit and I’m trying to give people a wide variety of options. :)