From 9-5 to Night Out

Hey everyone! This was my first official after work outing with coworker and I had a great time! I was pretty excited so the night before I began brainstorming what a Not Quite Glam "9 to 5 and beyond" look would consist of...

After going over and over just how I wanted to look I finally decided that the main consideration should be comfort!  I said to myself  "I'll be wearing this ALL DAY! So I better feel comfortable in it!"

So here it is, black skinny pants with a black blazer bring the 9-5 element and the cropped leopard sweater layered over a cream sequined tank brought the "and beyond".  Even though I considered wearing my 4.5 inch platform pumps, I remembered COMFORT and opted for a a patent nude ballet flat; I chose nude because wanted to add just a little more flavor).

Since Valentines day is on a Tuesday this year (blah) I'm looking for yet another look that I can wear all day at work and on to a fancy dinner that night. I bought an awesome breezy flower print dress about a month ago for $8 (!!!) but we'll see what I come up with :)

What do you think? Is this a look that you would consider wearing from  9-5 to a night out?

***This lovely photo collage was creating using Polyvore a site which I LOVE! Go sign up, its totally fun and FREE!  To find out more information about all the items in this set and to view the rest of my sets check out the Not Quite Glam on Polyvore***

Follow Me on Pinterest!

If you haven't already heard, Pinterest is A-MAZING! It's a virtual pin board/social network all rolled into one.  Basically, if you've ever been on the Internet and said "oh I like that," and wanted to some how gather all those pics in one place , then you'll LOVE Pinterest.  I will caution you though, its HIGHLY addictive!  If you don't already have a problem with wasting too much time on the Internet then you certainly will after you start pinning (Seriously, if they ever develop a good Pinterest for iPad app I will never get anything done!)

Here is a little blurb about Pinterest from their website:

Pinterest lets you organize and share all the beautiful things you find on the web. People use pinboards to plan their weddings, decorate their homes, and organize their favorite `recipes. Best of all, you can browse pinboards created by other people. Browsing pinboards is a fun way to discover new things and get inspiration from people who share your interests.

Don't believe me? Go check it out for yourself! And remember you've been warned!  

Thinking Out of the Box

Hello all! Continuing with the spring style "inspiration" posts I decided that I would pair pieces that wouldn't normally go together...case in point a trench vest and crepe mid-length skirt.  I actually started this outfit knowing that I wanted to somehow incorporate the vest, I do LOVE a good trench coat and after seeing this vest featured in the haul of one of my favorite fashion blogs (Stylish Curves) I just knew I had to use it!  


I guess if you really look at it, this look brings together the ruggedness of the rolled-cuff camp shirt and trench vest with the softness of the patterned skirt and patent wedges into a "polished Safari" theme (and yes I did just say polished Safari, LOL!)


Also if you cant tell this is the second post in a row that features American Apparel's Large Leather Carry-all Pouch because I'm mildly obsessed with it.... even more so now that I've found out how easy it is to customize it using a little acrylic paint, and creativity (DIY post inspired by Just B coming soon!!!!!)


***This lovely photo collage was creating using Polyvore a site which I LOVE! Go sign up, its totally fun and FREE!  To find out more information about all the items in this set and to view the rest of my sets check out the Not Quite Glam on Polyvore***

Think Spring!

I know haven't posted in a while (BAD blogger!) but my new internship is keeping me busy busy busy lately and so I'm currently trying to figure out a new blogging schedule.  

Any who, has anyone else been noticing all of the AWESOME pieces arriving in stores for spring?! Even thought I'm a neutral girl at heart I can't wait to break out of my that shell because I'm really excited about all of the bright colors.  As such, I've decided to do a couple of inspirational aspirational looks for the spring season.

For this look I wanted to really step out there an use as many colors as I could without looking to "rainbow-y".  I'm loving this geometric printed wrap dress with the bright green trench (both from Old Navy); the coat has a roll-cuff option making it perfect for transitional weather Chicagoans know all too well.  I wanted one more splash of color so I chose the large leather carry-all pouch from American Apparel as well as a pair of funky yellow jewel earrings.  With hot pink, bright green and yellow going on up top I decided a nice nude pump was the best shoe option...and of course a nice brushed rose gold tone watch never fails.

(P.S. if you love big bags but want to try your hand at carrying a clutch I HIGHLY suggest the aforementioned one...it comes in a billion colors and its amazing!)

***This lovely photo collage was creating using Polyvore a site which I LOVE! Go sign up, its totally fun and FREE!  To find out more information about all the items in this set and to view the rest of my sets check out the Not Quite Glam on Polyvore***