Coattail Blazer

by Kristina on September 1, 2010

Blazer- Zara, Top- New York & Co., Jeans- J Brand, Necklace- New York Design Shop, Watch- Toywatch Plasteramic, Bracelet- Tiffany & Co.


Hey friends, new and old! You may recognize this from my guest post on Jessica’s blog–I’ve posted it here today so those of you who live under a rock haven’t seen it can! It’s been so nice getting to know you newcomers–I’ve been checking out the blogs of everyone who’s commented–your talent and beauty is overwhelming!

I’ve gotten so many requests for more professional-themed outfit posts lately, that I just couldn’t say no! And you know I love a challenge. While you may not opt to wear a crystal-studded bib necklace to the office at 8am, I wouldn’t be Pretty Shiny Sparkly without some dazzle–right?!

For even more work-friendliness (like if it’s not casual Friday), switch the pumps to cute ballet flats with bows on them, switch out the jeans for slacks (if your office is more formal), and you’ve got yourself a comfy, stylish work look.

It’s crazy how being ash blonde can mean drastically different hair color on camera depending on the light’s angle. Above, it looks like I’m totally blonde again! I will say that the haircolor has faded quite a bit. It’s like my hair just rejects color, I swear I don’t know what to do with it.

Oh, hair.

Happy Wednesday to you! If you’re new here, why don’t you subscribe, enter the outfit challenge contest (you could win $1000!), follow me on Twitter or Bloglovin’, friend me on the Book of Face, or just say hi. Hi!

Love, Kristina

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Amber's noteboo Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 at 7:42 pm

I loved it on Jessica's blog and I love it here! You are too cute!

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it's strangely Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 at 8:04 pm

Love the outfit, very well put together!

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mara Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 at 9:20 pm

such a pretty outfit! You have the girly chic look that I loooove

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Alessandra (ciupa) Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 at 9:25 pm

hi again, such a cute outfit. and I love your hair color, too!

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Ange Tuesday, August 31st, 2010 at 10:33 pm

Came over from Jessica's blog-I'm loving all her blog friends!

Love your hair! xox

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Martyna Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 12:42 am

absolutely adore this outfit!

xx
http://www.tynasfashionblog.blogspot.com

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Sydney Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 3:12 am

Found you through WIW – love this outfit!

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Holly of So Chic Dec Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 3:13 am

I love that blazer! It makes such a cute outfit!

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Julie Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 3:37 am

LOVE your blazer and your hair! My 'new' haircut looks a lot like yours now. My bangs are growing out and I can sweep them to either side. ;)

Also, I am petite and curvy and looking for some new skinny jeans…what cut are the Jbrand jeans??

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Still blonde after a Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 5:05 am

Wow! The matching shoes to the pants really elongate your leg! My favorite outfit post to date!

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ewe Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 5:18 am

lovely hairstyle

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Juliana Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 6:45 am

I love the blazer!!!! I want one, I NEED one!! :) love your gorgeous style! :) have a sparkly day!!

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Juliana Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 6:46 am

Sorry. I just realized I posted my comment as a reply. I am using my iPad and sometimes Im nit so accurate…. Sorry!!!

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Lauren Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 5:35 am

I found your blog through the guest post you did for Jessica! Love it – your dress philosophy is one I fully endorse :) What is better than being Pretty, Shiny, and Sparkly? In both clothes and personality?? :)

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Farrielle Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 7:23 am

I found your blog through what I wore. I love the necklace you are wearing, I am going to follow your blog.

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Lisa Fergus Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 7:41 am

LOVE that blazer! Such a great color on you!
http://lisafergus.blogspot.com/

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Angela Deaton Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 7:48 am

Hey Girl! I love this profesh outfit! It looks great, and I am digging that blush colored blazer! And as for your hair, the ash blonde looks fab so no worries!

XX

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Sonya Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 8:21 am

Just found your blog and I love it! It is so nice to see blogs where the person is not in the fashion career. I am currently a pre-med student and I feel like I am the only one in my major that cares how I dress/look. Love that blazer, though!

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Kate Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 8:44 am

I think this is one of my favorite outfits of yours ever! LOVE that top, and the soft pink blazer is so feminine & pretty!

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andie Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 11:15 am

I love this look! very cute. I especially love that NY&CO top you have on. Is that a current top? or from a few years ago?

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Sara Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 3:44 pm

<3 the look as always sweetie~~

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Stef Wednesday, September 1st, 2010 at 5:50 pm

Hey! I love your jeans! And I have to go to Houston for work every so often… I've been to the Galleria, where else should I go? Any cute stores that I have to try?

Thanks <3 Stef

http://theshoppingstories.blogspot.com

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Kristina Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 2:36 am

I love Zara in the Galleria, but for uniqueness you should check out some of the many boutique shops on Kirby and in Rice Village! Also, if you're a Project Runway fan, Lot 8 is on Kirby, it's by PR winner Chloe Dao!

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Stef Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 11:20 am

I'll definitely have to stop over, I love PR. I'll definitely be in Houston in November and probably in October. Thanks for the tip!

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W Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 6:56 am

great color for blazer:) follow me on my blog.u`ll like it !

http://manuellal.blogspot.com

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Natalie Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 1:18 pm

That first picture belongs in the pages of Elle. So lovely.

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Kristina Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 2:28 pm

aww thanks natalie you are too sweet!

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Tonya Thursday, September 2nd, 2010 at 4:10 pm

Found your blog through Jessica's. You are way too cute. Love your outfit. Does the blazer have buttons on the sleeve? I've never rolled mine but want to….how did you make them look so nice?

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Parisa Saleki Sunday, September 19th, 2010 at 9:45 am

oooo blazers! I love that they are so classy and can be worn in so many ways. From with jeans, as you wore it, or as a dress like this:

http://www.jovani.com/evening-dresses/153675-1485…

They just never get old.

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A Monday, September 20th, 2010 at 3:10 pm

love this!

:)

-A (sis)

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