I remember seeing an email from Express for their Pre-Black Friday sale right before I was about to go to bed and I thought, “what the heck, I’ll take a look”. I haven’t bought anything from Express in almost a year now so I wasn’t expecting to find anything, but isn’t that just the time when everything catches your eye? I ended up checking out with 5 different items in my cart!
Fortunately only 2 items worked out, this studded sweater and a tassel necklace. My closet is seriously lacking in sweaters right now and this black studded one looked versatile enough to style both for work and play. I’m not usually one for studs, but these little flat gold discs gave the sweater an almost festive vibe! Pairing sweaters and pencil skirts has been my thing lately and this mustard one was perfect. I stuck with muted yellow tones for the rest of the look to keep it more professional and the result was perfect for the beautiful Fall weather we’ve been enjoying lately. We’re about to get a blast of ice and snow late tomorrow evening, so I’ll take it while it lasts!
Bottom: J. Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt (old) (this year’s colors) (similar, this one’s cute)
Shoes: Forever 21 (old) (similar, similar)
Watch: Michael Kors ‘Lexington’ MK5556 (buy)
Bag: Celine Mini Luggage Tote (similar Kors ‘Selma’ – 25% off!) (look for less dupe)
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Iv says
I love the combo of yellow tones! It's so classy with the black. You work it so well!
I get surprised with places like Express too. Not my typical shopping places, I took a peek about a year ago and I own and still keep 5 tops in my rotation. Bebe is another one that surprises now and again with a classy item (yea I know, not exactly known for its class).
Recently I paired a thin, black polka-dot forest green sweater with a knee length, wide A-line, nearly-maroon leather skirt … + black opaque tights + black pumps. The items were much more budget but kinda looked like this set that I put together, though my sweater had sleeves: http://www.polyvore.com/winters_coming/set?id=103857159
Mimi says
You always rock the pencil skirt well! Lucky you for the fall weather!
Mica says
Lovely studded top! I like it with the pencil skirt 🙂
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Kyung says
Hi Kileen, when you wear your shirt partially in to show the belt, do you have the back of the shirt tucked in like the front with the sides loose? Since you don't take pictures of what the back looks like, I can't tell. I always thought if you were going to wear a belt, that you should tuck in the whole shirt so it doesn't look sloppy but seeing you wear it like that, it doesn't look sloppy!
I really liked your Faux Moto jacket in Merlot (Material Girl) and looked in two Macy's for it but couldn't find it, sadly…
Kileen says
Hi kyung! I actually leave the back untucked when I tuck in the front with the sides loose. If the back is especially long I might roll it under a bit.
And as for the Macys jacket, I'm willing to sell you mine for $50 + $8 shipping (it's pretty heavy) if you're interested. I've only worn the jacket once and I originally paid around $48 for it. I added a little bit extra to cover the Paypal fees. Let me know if you're interested!
Best,
Kileen
Ellen Claggett says
this pencil skirt is beautiful! you styled it perfectly!
~Ellen
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Kileen says
great set! i love the forest green sweater!
Candice says
Great outfit! Loved the combo of the yellow tones….not sure if I can pull off yellow though.
Kileen says
I was a little wary of the yellow skirt when I first bought it too as I didn't think it would work on my yellow skin tone. Surprisingly enough the darker mustard shade is very flattering as well as versatile!
Brittany Williams says
This outfit is amazing!! Super cute!
Tosin AK says
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Inge Jane says
This sweater is gorgeous! And it looks great with your mustard skirt =)
Inge
This Ever Evolving Life
WE says
That sweater is beautiful, but it takes it up one notch higher with the mustard skirt. Stunning combo..you are such a fab fashion stylist!!
respect_the_shoes says
Fantastic combo! I love that sweater on you!
Fallon Carmichael says
I Love this combo! The color of your skirt is AMAZ!
Lyddiegal says
I do love sweaters, and studs – and considering the crazy sales at express, how could you not?
beautygirl24 says
Hi Kileen! I found you through Tara's what to wear to work linkup and I'm so glad I did! You have great style, and you're petite like me 😉 I love this look, I'm obsessed with mustard.
libys11 says
love how you've added that edgy touch with the studs in this look!! 😀 so awesome and chic!
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Kileen says
oh yay!! i'm always so happy when I meet another petite out there too sharing my same problems. do you have a blog? i'd love to check it out too!
beautygirl24 says
I do! It's beautygirl24.blogspot.com
Carylee says
You look gorgeous! And clearly I need a yellow skirt! Such a perfect fall outfit!
-Carylee
morepom.blogspot.com
Kyung says
Hi Kileen, thank you for offering – I must admit I was hoping to find it for less if I found it at any Macy's since I am particularly lacking financially right now. So while I'd like to accept your kindness in willing to sell it to me, it's a bit difficult for me to swing at that amount. :- / But again, thank you.
BTW, I'd like to say that you have such a pretty smile (and nice teeth) ! LoL…
Kileen says
Not a problem. Thanks for letting me know! Take care. 🙂
Rachel G says
I tend to really like Express clothes, but I didn't get anything from they're sale this year! Still, 50% off there is a really good deal!
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