OOTD:: Business Formal Part 1:: Polka Dots

Polka Dots and Blazers

Hey y'all! Hope your week has been great so far! It's almost TGIF! Are you guys as excited as I am??! 

Well, earlier this week on my trip back up from Georgia, I stopped in Highpoint, NC to visit my Dad and brothers for the International Home Furnishing Center (IHFC) where my Dad had a show market representing this rugs line at Chandra Rugs. There's a couple of these show markets that go on yearly in Las Vegas, Atlanta, Tupelo, New York, and of course, High Point. I like to go and check out how my Dad and brother designed their showrooms each year and for family support as well. Plus, there's a lot of shopping and fun things going on as well!

There is no specific dress code; people come in T-shirts, sweats, suits, dresses, boots, flats, heels, you name it.  I like to dress business formal when I go because I am usually representing my Dad when I'm there, plus you all know I just love dressing up! :)

My outfit of the day consists of playful polka dots turned business. Who says you have to wear a boring suit to work? I found this pink polka dotted blazer at a local thrift shop and paired with a simple white blouse and these cute polka dotted trousers from Forever 21.  I love these trousers! They are the perfect mix between formal and casual! Usually you are on your feet all day and walking around a lot, so I opted for some nude flats to finish the ensemble.  Up north it is definitely a lot colder than back in Georgia, so the blazer, along with a peacoat, helped a lot, but what I love about layering is that you can easily take off the blazer and wear your blouse and look just as great. Check out some of my looks around my Dad's showroom below!

Entrance to Chandra Rugs

Chandra Rug's Bar Area

I absolutely love this chalk wall behind me, with the question, "What is Modern?" where customers are free to come up and write what they feel is modern.

Close-up details

The face behind Chandra Rugs, and my lovely parents :)

Be sure to check back in a few days for Part 2 of the OOTD! And there won't be a Friday Favorites this week due to insanity of a weekend!

Also, if you are interested in my Dad's AMAZING, well-priced rugs, go to 

http://ShopChandra.com/

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OOTD:: Street Style

Dresses, Jean Jackets, Chunky Necklaces, and Combat Boots

This outfit of the day was a very fun one to plan and wear!  It is very different than what I am used to but sometimes it's nice getting to play dress up.  I felt a sense of power and like I could take on anything! Well, anything on the streets, haha. I researched a bit about street-wear because I honestly didn't know too much about it and found out that street wear is simply taking two different styles and compiling them together.  It is more of an edgier look, more bold.  

I feel as if sometimes we all get scared to go out of the norm and what is trendy or acceptable.  But what you wear does make a statement.  It almost is as if your body is a canvas and your clothes are the paintings.  Don't be afraid to mix prints, mix styles, and change up your normal look for something a little outside of your comfort box.  I did and this outfit really grew on my and made me even feel a tad different on the inside!  Always have fun with what you wear while making a statement!

Hope your week is starting off great! Remember last week's Thoughtful Thursday in case you get stressed or upset!  Just take a few breaths, "oooohhh-saaaa."
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OOTD:: Polka Dots and Pleated Skirts

Finally got my camera up and working and decided to do an outfit of the day post!  Today I chose to do a polka-dotted shirt with a pleated skirt, topped with a blazer for the chilly weather.  Pleated skirts are always fun and can look both professional or casual.  I decided to pair it off with neutrals.  

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OOTD:: Black and Cream

Today's outfit of the day is inspired by neutrals.  Black and cream is just a classic combination that it could work for just about any occasion.  I love that I could get my favorite nautical look in the cardigan but still keep it toned down to classic, non-overwhelming colors.  Some may think that black and cream could be either dull, old, or formal looking, but here is a great way to play these two color combos together and get a fun, yet classy look!  

I added a simple bow necklace from Forever21 paired with a BCBG necklace.  The white/creme shine paired with the gold accents from the cardigan buttons works perfectly.  Add some black sandals to complete the look!

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