Admittedly, I’m having a rough transition back into the working world. Who gets up at 5:30 a.m.?! It’s an ungodly hour, in my opinion. I miss summer. ;) (#teacherprobs) As you can imagine, getting dressed in the morning–and looking acceptable–is a struggle for me these days. (Forget doing my hair! I’ve been blowdrying it in my classroom before my students arrive. Ha.) I’ll get back into the swing of things in a week or two, but for now, I’m going for simple outfits that don’t require a lot of brainpower. Until I pick up my coffee from my favorite bodega, I’m a zombie!
Dress: BCBG (Old), but loving these easy black + white dresses: one, two and three / Pumps: Kenneth Cole (On crazy sale!) / Watch: Kate Spade, also available in white/silver, black, gold (bracelet style), and silver (bracelet style) / Bracelets: Stella & Dot and J.Crew (Sold out), available here / Necklace: Paradise, similar here (And check out the monogrammed earrings and ring!) / Bag: Longchamp (Don’t forget to add the monogram!) / Lipstick: Clinique / Earrings: J.Crew, less expensive version here
Today I chose to hit snooze three times instead of giving myself those extra 15 minutes to get ready, so an easy black-and-white dress and my favorite black-and-white monogrammed Longchamp bag were an obvious choice. (When I’m working, I need a tote that hold a lot. Ah, grading.)
I know I said I was opting out of Fashion Week activities, but I simply couldn’t turn down a visit to the Julie Brown Designs showroom in the Fashion District today! (Julie Brown has quickly become one my absolutely favorite designers. I love her use of texture, bright colors, and bold patterns.) While in the showroom, I was able to browse the holiday collection (which is being released soon!) and get a glimpse of a few pieces from the spring 2014 collection. (Both of which are to die for.) I even got to meet Julie herself! What a doll.
Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll be featuring a bunch of Julie Brown pieces on Kelly in the City. So excited! Oh, and a heads up for New York City fashionistas: the adorable brand is having a sample sale at its studio tomorrow! (325 West 38th Street, Suite 904) Be there. :)
Dress: BCBG (Old), but loving these easy black + white dresses: one, two and three / Pumps: Kenneth Cole (On crazy sale!) / Watch: Kate Spade, also available in white/silver, black, gold (bracelet style), and silver (bracelet style) / Bracelets: Stella & Dot and J.Crew (Sold out), available here / Necklace: Paradise, similar here (And check out the monogrammed earrings and ring!) / Bag: Longchamp (Don’t forget to add the monogram!) / Lipstick: Clinique / Earrings: J.Crew, less expensive version here
Oh dear, 5:30 IS brutal, and this is coming from a mom who never sleeps in anymore!
I can imagine that teaching is def. one of those jobs where you really do want to look and feel your best (or as best you can) — I’ve never had a job where people REALLY looked at me, but I suppose teaching is a bit like being on stage every single day! Luckily, you are both naturally gorgeous AND stylistically talented!! Ha ha. So I am sure you are nothing but stunning at work every day. My sweats would probably not cut it! xox
Hahaha… Rebecca, you crack me up. Thank you!! You always make my day. ;) I would kill to go to work in sweats some days, hehe. ;)
xoxo!
Kelly, I get you on the 5:30 wake-up. Mine is actually 5:00… the life of a NP!
Heather
Disposable Income Girl
5:00 a.m.?! Oh MAN. Way worse!! Get some sleep this weekend, girl! :)
xoxo!
K
First of all, you look adorable. I am such a zombie in the mornings too (SO not a morning person!). Second, I love that monogrammed bag. Third, that is awesome about going to the Julie Brown showroom. How fun! Hang in there girl, it is almost Friday!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Awww thank you, Nikki! Hahaha… Ugh, I’m not a morning person, either. I can’t waiiiit for the weekend so I can feel normal again, hehe! :) Hope you have a great weekend, girl! :)
xoxo!
K