First up, the crop top. This particular one is Elizabeth and James (this available here), and has shiny metallic embellishments. I paired it with a high-waisted skirt, and layered a tank underneath, so even when raising my arms to put on a sweater (like so), there was no risk that some of my skin would peak out.
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| Upper abdomen is not really business casual, no matter how you slice it. |
There is, admittedly, a lot going on with this outfit: trend, print, embellishment and color. I was, however, pleased with how it all came together - I think keeping the colors neutral (black, navy and tan) and the fact that the skirt fits perfectly, helped prevent any particular element from overwhelming the outfit.
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| Top: Elizabeth and James Cardigan: Target Skirt: Halogen |
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| A close up of the pattern. |
The second look features an over-sized sleeveless cardigan. This cardigan is incredibly soft and because it is so long, sort of functions like a work-cape. If I accelerated while turning a corner it would swish out and flutter behind me. I am pretty short, so to keep from being overwhelmed, I wore heels and tried to keep the rest of me looking streamlined.
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| Top: Vince Skirt: Theory Cardigan: Halogen Shoes: Donald J. Pliner |
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