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When I donned this outfit, I thought I went with a cop-out that would look fairly ho-hum. That’s what happens when you don’t select an outfit the night before and try to pull it together at 5:30 am… After all, I’ve already worn the black version of this sweater on my blog, and I wear this belt and skirt all the time (probably even together at some point).

To my surprise, I found that I felt rather elegant and almost statuesque (if a 5’3” girl can ever be statuesque). In looking at the pictures, I find it quite striking! I think it’s because of the fabulous, rich color of this sweater from New York and Co. I guess it’s a good reminder that even a simple remix of pieces can make the same old things interesting, especially with the right pop of color. Or maybe it’s that new bracelet, making all the old pieces seem as if they have new life. What, you didn’t notice the new bracelet?

Do you have pieces that you wear over and over and over again? How do you keep the look fresh each time? Or does it matter, if it’s a formula that really works for you?

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Trystan of This is CorpGoth has started a mid-month theme! I love blog events that bring people together, and in true CorpGoth fashion she has chosen work attire as this month’s topic. More specifically, your go-to work look. At my previous job, that would have been a maxi skirt and a feminine top, but at my current office I find myself inspired to achieve a more traditional business look. Not that I’ve banished the maxi skirts – they still have their place in my work wardrobe but I try to balance them out more with pencil skirts and blazers (especially on meeting days).

I’ve had this dark grey pencil skirt from Target for a while now, and it is getting a ton of use. It’s basic, goes with everything, and is a nice break from black (keeps the new co-workers from asking so many questions). I very recently scored the purple cowl-neck shell on sale at Macy’s, and I’m having a hard time not wearing it every day. The blazer came from some random clothing store ages ago. Short-sleeve blazers are awesome in that they project a professional image without being at all stuffy. I chose to go unbuttoned today to show off more of the shell, and give a slightly more casual vibe.

A closeup of my Swarovski heart pendant, a gift from Mr. Kitty!

What is your go-to look for work? Head on over to This is CorpGoth and share!

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I’m not much of a wearer of stripes. In fact, I only own a handful of striped clothing items, and only two of them are appropriate for work. I’ve already blogged my grey & black striped blouse here… But I do love a good group blog theme, so when Jamie of Geeky Goth Girl announced her Stripetember theme, I really wanted to participate! Thankfully, I remembered this scarf.

I bought this scarf on Amazon quite some time ago (the same order that included this polka dot scarf) but I had never worn it. Seeing it in person, something about it just screamed “flight attendant.” I never even tried it on, but when I paired it with this blazer and slacks combo I was pleasantly surprised. Okay, it still reads a bit stewardess-y to me, especially with the bun, but I was very satisfied with this look for work. I’m ready for some serious business with just a touch of whimsey, so please fasten your seat belts and return your seats to their upright position.

Now, head on over to Geeky Goth Girl and submit your stripey outfits!

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This sweet ivory sweater from Newport News is a wool/angora blend. Yes, it drives me absolutely crazy to wear it… I do wear a camisole underneath, and fortunately there are no sleeves to speak of, so it’s really just my chest and upper back that suffer. I can live with that.  The sweater came with the bow pin, made from black satin ribbon and white lace.  At first, I thought white lace on an ivory sweater was a strange choice, but now I rather like it.  It ties in with the white in my cameo.

I have only worn this skirt to work once (and that was on a Saturday), but when I pull the waistband up high it is the perfect length for my lace Demonia boots.  I thought a pseudo-Victorian updo would be perfect with this outfit, and added a black fabric flower (from NY&Co) and an ivory one (from Claire’s).

The fabulous long, ruched knit gloves came from Claire’s. I didn’t actually wear these throughout the work day, of course. But they were the perfect solution for a chilly drive home in the evening.