This entire outfit is from Old Navy | Earrings: Target | Necklace: gift

Today I’m linking up with Bri of Work Clothes, I Suppose for her Third-Thursday Thread series. It’s my first link up so go easy on me! This is my first interpretation of menswear. I think it’s because of the cardigan and loafers. And the button-front under the cardigan. What is it about layering button-fronts and loafers that automatically make you think “menswear”? I guess Chambray also says menswear to me because I think of rugged cowboys/ranch hands when I think of chambray.

I mean, these shoes are adorable! Especially with the gold dot details. I can see why both men and women would want to wear them. Hey, I’m all about freedom of gender expression.

By the way, I’m only slightly embarrassed to realize that this entire outfit is put together of Old Navy pieces. Only slightly.

What do you think of when you think “menswear”?

Hat and Scarf: Target | Top: Banana Republic | Jeans: Old Navy | Shoes: Payless (old) |Earrings: Target | Necklace and Bracelet: Old Navy

My favorite place to get accessories is Target. They have a great selection and everything usually holds up really well. I’ve gotten necklaces at certain little jewelry boutiques that barely last a month before the clasp breaks or something falls off, and I know I don’t wear very fancy jewelry but I still want my purchases to last, even if I don’t spend a lot. So Target it is.

I really like wearing this purple scarf with this beige sweater, but I always feel guilty because it covers up the beautiful beaded neckline.

The hat, however, is a must! I’ve tried several different styles of hats and found that the beret style looks best on me. You’ll probably be seeing much more if it, and others, on the blog this Fall and Winter.

What are your favorite accessories?

Top, Jeans, Necklace, and Bracelet: Old Navy | Bag, Sunglasses and Shoes: Target

For date night, Nick and I went to the movies and then to a casual dinner, our favorite (or at least, most frequently occurring) date night activity. He hates horror films, but somehow I was able to convince him to see the remake of Carrie. The movie was decent. Chloe Grace Moretz did a good job as Carrie, but I think Julianne Moore stole the show as Carrie’s uptight, albeit a little crazy, mother.  He’s never seen the original but I assured  him it was better.

I’m still not sure where Autumn is around here. It was in the low 70s and, even though I brought a jacket, I didn’t really need it.

Seriously, how cute is this necklace?

What is your favorite date/girls/guys night activity? How do you usually dress for it?

Top: Old Navy | Skirt: Loft | Belt: Target | Shoes: Payless (old) | Necklace and Earrings: Target

This is the outfit I wore to a Women’s Leadership Luncheon the other day. If it weren’t unseasonably warm here, I would have paired it with a leopard scarf and maybe a black blazer. As for the luncheon, truth be told, I wasn’t impressed with the speaker, as I felt her talk was the exact opposite of leadership but that’s a post for another time. The lunch was pretty tasty, though: tuna salad and a baked potato bar. Plus, it was free so I won’t complain!

Can we just take a moment to talk about this skirt? I am LOVING it. It’s so comfortable and my favorite thing about it is you can dress it up or down. I feel like I can wear it to a luncheon but also pair it with a cute tee and wear it to class. And it has pockets. I love pretty much anything with pockets.

If you look closely, you can almost make out the snake skin pattern on the belt, which adds an interesting texture to the overall outfit.

What would you wear to a leadership luncheon?

And what is your most versatile piece of clothing?

There was supposed to be sunshine today, which would have made my photos look much better, but c’est la vie. Instead, you get crazy pants photos! They’re a plaid/gingham pattern (I’m still learning the difference between the two) and were part of the Spring Mad Men collection at Banana Republic. Since I’m wearing this ensemble to class (and because it’s still a little chilly outside from no sun light!), I decided to dress it down a bit by pairing it with the denim jacket.

Bag: Target

The shirt looks blueish but it’s actually a soft kelly green, so I added a green bag to go with the soft green of the shirt; keeping it all in the same color pallet.

Here’s the nice detail of the pants. See, they’re not too crazy. But seriously, don’t stare at this photo too long because it might hurt your eyes!

Close up of the necklace. I LOVE this thing. I get the most complements on it. Apologies, again, for the lighting. This necklace is a slightly darker gray in person. But still beautiful!

What’s the craziest thing in your closet? How often do you wear it?