Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Make it Work: Pastel Love



 

Now, I know you really can't tell, but I'm wearing a pastel skirt....lol



  Blouse: Red Haute 
Skirt: Vintage (from my mommy) 
Shoes: Two Lips
 Belt: Ralph Lauren
Clutch: Dooney and Bourke
 Sunglasses: Gucci
 Necklace: Bijoux Jewelry Store in Miami
Watch: Rolex
Necklace (worn as bracelet): Beverly Johnson



This skirt is a light mint pastel color that conjures up memories of Easter dresses passed. You know, those impossibly poofy pastel dresses that you wore through all 16 hours of Easter festivities when you were a kid. Then, and now, pastels always manage to make me feel amazingly girly. 

Though darker colored suits and separates are king in the corporate world, I think it's a fun change of pace to indulge in some pastel love. Really, nothing screams powerful louder than conducting very serious business in very playful colors. Stay in the same colorway, mix different pastel shades, or pair your pastels with more traditional neutrals - you really can't go wrong. Just remember to anchor your pastels with neutral accessories and you'll be office appropriate and in vogue at the same time.

Lots of Love, 
Jillian
 




 




33 comments:

  1. These colours look fab on you and I'm loving that necklace- so perfect for spring.
    Krystin
    Suburban Faux Pas

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  2. I'm falling in love with the muted pastel palette for spring. Like you, that was my first thought -- Easter. That's probably why I avoided pastels for years! I love this look and your necklace is a real statement piece.

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  3. you look very put together and so lovely! the necklace is great too!! funny you mentioned Easter bc i thought the same, LOL!

    ~nic

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  4. I know exactly the dresses you speak of. My Grandmother would make my sister and I matching Easter dresses and they were nothing short of poufy, lacy and girly. Loved it. I also love this pretty mint pencil skirt! So pretty!

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  5. Very well put together as always, lovely look.

    Toni

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  6. This is a gorgeous look, I'm in love with your skirt and top.

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  7. An updo would have set this off.

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  8. Divinity!!!

    xxx GAXX

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  9. So crisp and classy !!!! iLIVE

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  10. You look gorgeous!! Clearly your mum had/has great taste

    xo
    Ess
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  11. i love it - so chic and classy!

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  12. What a modern interpretation of the "Easter" dress. LOL
    Once again, you look fabulous! I can't wait to try and recreate this look.
    Thanks for the inspiration.

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  13. it really doesnt look pastel until you look closer but you still rocked! love the touch of gold accessories

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  14. That blouse is perfection!*
    Absolutely gorgeous!*

    xXx

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  15. amazing look everything looks fab !!

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  16. very chic luv everything esp. that fab statement necklace

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  17. I love the idea of wearing a necklace as a bracelet

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  18. Love love love this outfit, so soothing yet stunning!

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  19. Love these two pastel shades teamed together with the brown accessories!!
    Cute!!
    Hot Happenings!

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  20. Divine!
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  21. I love the outfit & those colours are beautiful on you!

    xx

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  22. looking amazing as always, lovely outfit... Really wish I could find a simple & classy blouse such as yours

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  23. Beautiful look! I love pastels, but mostly wear them on my nails. Beautiful look!

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  24. Such a pretty skirt, the entire look is great!!



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  25. You rocked it as usual! I love your style.

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  26. This is a very clean and beautiful look. You look great chica!

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  27. Love it when you post work outfits as it inspires me as a young professional. Definitely going to recreate this look.

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  28. You are one gorgeous lady with great style.. Colud you please do a post on your beauty regimen? Your skin from head to toe is flawless..
    Missblizzers.blogspot.com

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  29. GORGEOUS! I really love the top and the fact that the pastel isn't tooooo pastel-y. You work it well, the belt pairs great with it too!

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