Valentino Fall 2014

This is probably the last collection I'll share from the Fall 2014 fashion month presentations. There are so many more that I loved but there's just no time (and this post is already soooo fashionably late as it is!).

You might have noticed a few more capes on this runway as well! What I love most, however, is the way this collection transitions. The looks at the beginning bear almost no resemblance to the gowns at the end, or even some of the other looks in the middle. But they are all very much the same woman. There's definitely a 70's influence threading its way throughout.

Okay, back to homework... until next time!

xoChr

all images via vogue.com

Business School Attire: Dressed for Work

Speaking of business attire, Refinery 29 nailed it with these looks in their "Ankle-Boot Outfits For Work (& Play!)" story today. I wear ankle boots a lot (almost always with dresses), and while I might not look quite as pulled together on a daily basis, it's certainly a goal to strive for!

Check out the full story on Refinery 29.

xoChr

Business School Attire: Dressed for a Job Interview

Full disclosure: I'm supposed to be studying statistics and can't seem to find the motivation. Sorry Professor E!

So instead of studying I pulled together an example of something I might wear to a job interview...depending on the company of course. I think this look is somewhat conservative with so many dark colors, but it's still very polished and represents my personal sense of style.

A lot of websites and guidance counselors will tell you not to stand out. Don't wear jewelry, lipstick or color -- that sort of thing. I tend to disagree with all of this advice. I have never lived my life in a way to blend in, and I don't intend to start now! But I understand the sentiment. I think the underlying premise of all that advice is that you shouldn't look like you're going out to da club -- you should look professional.

I think as long as you look polished and appropriate for the type of company, there's no reason to hide your personality! There's absolutely nothing wrong with someone thinking of you as the well-dressed candidate, especially if it sets you apart from the sea of boring suits that are vying for the same position.

What do you guys think of this outfit? Does it come across as professional to you? Does the lack of blazer make you think it's too casual? I'm still struggling with the whole blazer thing...

xochr

PS click on the photo to see the origin of the items in the collage

Business School Attire: Dressed for Classes

Hi guys! I took a few minutes to put together an example of a look I'd wear for class days now that I'm in business school. I didn't really have to adapt my wardrobe at all since most of us aren't too worried about looking business-y in class. We're just there to absorb knowledge from our professors and get through the many to-do's of our day.

I plan to do a lot more of these posts to share how I have been dressing (or plan to dress) for various events related to business school. Let me know if you have any questions/thoughts/ideas about how to approach dressing for certain events. I feel like I overcomplicate this stuff sometimes, but I guess that's the whole point of this blog!

xoChr

Zara peter pan collar dress / Topshop shoes / Topshop black satchel bag / Karen Walker Eyewear sunglasses / Tom Ford plum lipstick / Butter London gold nail polish

Orla Kiely Fall/Winter 2013 Lookbook

Just dreaming of this dreamy collection, that is all.

xoChr

Back to (Grad) School Fashion

I've been having a blast daydreaming about outfits for school. It's been so long since I've had such a marked transition as this one, and we all know every major transition in life calls for a fresh set of clothes. Plus, Davis is A LOT warmer than San Francisco, which means I'll soon be free of tights (at least for a while)!

In reality I don't expect my day-to-day wardrobe to change allllll that much, but I am really excited to stock up on staples like these perfect Jeffrey Campbell flats. And while an oversized PS11 Tote that costs more than a month's rent in Davis isn't so realistic to use as a book bag, I still think it fits quite nicely with my back to school aesthetic...

xoChr

Scarf / Dress / Shoes / Bag