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Fashion Forward Monday

February 20, 2012

 Photos by: Max Zoghbi

Outfit: Tan dress (Mackage),  color block heels (Boutique 9),  black clutch (Chanel)

Jewelry: Monogram necklace, J. Crew,  Banana Republic,  Michael Kors, 

Shanghai Express lipstick (Nars)

Happy President’s Day!

I think the shoulder pads and removable peplum around the waist make this Mackage dress look super fashion forward, and it goes perfect with these Boutique 9 color block heels!  I actually got the both of these items from Park Lane boutique where I work!  Park Lane carries such great one of a kind pieces like clothing from Mackage as well as gowns from Theia, Dee Keller shoes, Elizabeth and James apparel and so much more!

On another note,  I’m really excited because jewelry designers, Donna Guidry and Mary out of Los Angeles, California are sending me a few pieces from their new Spring collection to feature on my blog!  They’re line is called  Bijoutiere and they have designed jewelry for actresses Sasha Pieterse from Pretty Little Liars, Kirsten Storms for Runway magazine and a many other celebs.  Needless to say, I can’t wait to show you their pieces!

I hope you enjoyed this post and have a wonderful day!

Here are a few other fashion forward pieces by Mackage:

 

 

P.S.  Mackage is a tad pricey, but the dress I’m wearing above is 50% OFF today as well as a ton of other items on their web site!

Black and Blue

February 17, 2012

Photos by: Max Zoghbi

Outfit: Faux leather jacket (old) similar (here), coated denim (DL 1961),  blue blouse (Ann Taylor)

BCBG black ankle wrap heels (old) similar (here),  Hype fringe handbag from
Brenchley, similar (here),  lipstick (Shanghai Express)

Jewelry: Stella and Dot, monogram necklace from Love boutique, similar (here), Cat Eye sunglasses (Urban Outfitters)

Hello everyone,  I’m so glad that is finally Mardi Gras break and weekend has begun! I will post a Mardi Gras style board at some point this weekend for you!

As for the outfit,  I absolutely love black and cobalt blue together!  In the photos above, I’m wearing a pair of DL 1961 coated denim which are made to look like leather pants!  I tried black coated denim in a few different brands before choosing DL 1961, and I found these to be the most comfortable pair.  I own a few other pairs by DL 1961 and I highly recommend them. They’re flattering to any body type because of their 360 stretch and their comfort level is superb!!  I paired a faux leather jacket and a black fringe purse to maintain the edgy look and cobalt, blue blouse to add some color.  I think this outfit is perfect for casual Friday at work or even out that night!

P.S. Sorry about my hair in these pictures.  These photos were from the 8 am, freezing cold/rainy photo shoot with Gretchen!  Speaking of Gretchen… I want to congratulate her and my friend Haley Costa to making to the final cut audition for NOLA Fashion week.  Wish them luck!!

Presidents Day Weekend

Also, I just want to remind you that it is President’s day weekend and tons of your favorite stores like: Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Tory Burch, Forever 21 etc. will be having great promotions on full priced items as well as sale items making this the perfect weekend to get some early spring shopping done!  Have a great weekend everyone!

Work Wear- day to night

February 15, 2012

Photos by: Max Zoghbi

Outfit: cropped pants (Gap), striped blouse (Loft), contrast button blazer (Forever 21),

black wedges (Kohls) similar (here), sequin clutch (Shoffle’ boutique),

Revlon (plum) lipstick (available at any local drug store)

Jewelry: Tulip ring (Mignon Faget), watch (Anne Klein) similar (here),  necklace (Forever 21)

Good morning everyone!  I hope you all had an excellent Valentine’s Day.

           Yesterday, I featured Gretchen in some casual work wear and today’s post is about how to take that look from day to night by just adding a few simple things.  First, Gretchen took down her hair and applied some lipstick to freshen up her look.  Next, she threw on a peach, boyfriend blazer and some nude heels.  Then, to complete the look she pulled a sequin clutch out of her work tote!  How simple is that!  If you like to freshen up a bit before having a few drinks after work without going home first, I recommend keeping these four items on hand:

1)   Boyfriend blazer – I think boyfriend blazers make any outfit look effortlessly chic.  I personally like colored blazers like my peach one that Gretchen is wearing pictured above, but a black or navy will do just fine!  Click (here) to find an inexpensive, colored blazer from Forever 21 to achieve the look!

2)   Nude pumps– To me, nude heels go with everything and even lengthen your legs.

3)  a Clutch–  I suggest keeping a fun colored clutch in your work tote to dress up your outfit; plus you won’t have to lug around large tote bag all night.

4)  Lipstick– I believe that lipstick is essential to completing your look.  It brightens up your whole face.  I like wearing colors that really pop like: Nars Heat Wave, Nars Shanghai Express or Fever by Hourglass Femme Rouge Velvet Creme.

Just to update you, yesterday’s photo shoot with Fashion Inspiration Feature, Megan Discon, went perfectly!  We couldn’t have asked for more beautiful weather!  Now I’m on the search for my next F.I.F.  Please feel free to email me if you know someone with an impeccable fashion sense who would enjoy being featured by Haute Off The Rack!

I hope you all have a great day!

“Work It” in the Office

February 13, 2012

Photos by: Max Zoghbi

Outfit: Forever 21 white blazer, Express skirt, Patterson Kincaid blouse, J. crew leopard belt,

Sergio Zelcer nude pumps, Marc by Marc Jacobs hobo purse,

target umbrella,  Nars Shanghai lipstick

Jewelry: Michael Kors watch, David Yurman ring, Banana Republic cuff

Monogram necklace from Love boutique (similar here)

Hello Everyone!  I hope you all thoroughly enjoyed your weekend, but it’s back to work on Monday.  Speaking of work, this is an outfit I chose because quite a few people requested some new, chic, work wear looks.  They enlightened me that they would not want to strut any bright colors till the end of march so I put together a few transition pieces!  The white blazer is actually a boyfriend blazer, but with the help of a thin belt it was easily turned into a fitted, business-like, yet feminine blazer making this outfit instantly chic!  The skirt from express is so comfortable and the taupe color is very versatile making it an easy transition piece into the spring.  This particular skirt may a little too short for some of you being that I am only 5 ft tall.  Despite its reputation you can actually find some work wear gems at Express.   Beneath the white blazer I am wearing a sheer, black Patterson Kincaid blouse over a black tank, but any black blouse would work for this outfit.  I chose nude pumps since I am short and wanted to lengthen my legs a tad with the taupe skirt and nude heels.  I like to feel tall and empowered at work!  All of the pieces of this outfit are fairly inexpensive except for my purse, but I believe in investing in one nice, black leather bag that can easily go day to night.  To me, a nice leather purse is a staple item that every woman should own.  However, if you aren’t ready for that just yet, there are plenty of cute inexpensive handbags out there.   As far as jewelry, I think all you need is a simple watch, necklace, one cuff or bracelet and your basic rings to keep a classic, clean look.  I again used a matte red lipstick to pull the whole look together.  I am just loving this Shanghai Express shade!  What did you wear to work today?

P.S.  These photos are from the rainy, freezing cold photo shoot hence the umbrella.

Also, if you noticed…my hair looks a little fuller because sweet Courtney Johnson from Rigsby Frederick salon, inserted a few hair extensions into my hair.  She did a great a job and she is super precious.  I just might have to feature her as an F.I.F!