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September 24, 2012

It’s a Spiky Thang!

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It’s a Spiky Thang! This was the title given to this post not by me, but by Fashion Pulse Fiancé, and boy was he right! I didn’t even realize how naturally I leaned toward the highly visible dimensionality in my outfit until he mentioned it. Come to think of it, I do love me some spikes in jewelry and shoes, and I topped off the look by going a bit to the dark side by using a sheer purplish-blue lip gloss, as inspired by the lip created by Keri Blair of MAC Cosmetics for the Rachel Antonoff Spring 2013 collection. I’m all about rocking a nice, fitted vest, but unfortunately, there’s only a small window to do that without having too many layers underneath, or worse- having to wear a puffy jacket over top! The fall is the perfect time to wear this piece as much as possible, experimenting with different long, and three-quarter length sleeve options below.

Outfit Credits:

Aéropostale Leopard Print Jeans (Courtesy of Aéropostale)

Aéropostale Fleece Moto Vest (Courtesy of Aéropostale)

J.Crew Yellow Cardigan (worn backwards) (Courtesy of Woodbury Common Premium Outlets)

Crocs Super Molded Flat (Courtesy of Crocs)

Sorrelli earrings (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

Pamela Love Cuff (Courtesy of Barneys New York Outlet)

-Julia DiNardo

June 26, 2012

Lunch Break Chic

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Like many office workers nationwide, I lunch at my desk more often than not, BUT I almost always make a point to leave my computer for a  few minutes to go outside and pick something up to eat. Especially in New York, when the weather is incredibly warm and pleasant outside, I absolutely must unglue myself from the keyboard and walk around for a bit, at the very least to warm up from my chilly office.

Summer lunch of choice? A hearty spinach salad with cool cucumber, artichoke hearts, and corn. My casual outfit of choice? A citrus-y hued bottom matched with a neutral or mint top, comfy shoes (in case I decide to stroll to Central Park), and an on-trend bag. Sometimes I wear bangles into work, remove them when they become too cumbersome to type, but then slide them back on when I head out for lunch.

Another summer office staple is a chic, ultra long scarf (not pictured) for those days when the sun is glaring outside, but the temperature inside is at sub-zero. I usually leave a few scarves at my office, for my arms and shoulders, but sometimes end up draping one across my lap too. The Wall Street Journal recently had a great article on how to stylish dress for when it’s cold INSIDE, which advises my scarf tip, layering, and several other great recommendations.

How do you dress for the office versus the outdoors in the summer?

Outfit Credits:

Not Your Daughter’s Jeans (NYDJ) Emma Skirt in Fine Line Twill in Persimmon  (Courtesy of NYDJ)

American Apparel Mint Tank

Rebecca Minkoff Woven Bright Tote (Courtesy of Rebecca Minkoff)

MiMi by Sorrelli Necklace and earrings (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

DVF Cat Eye Sunglasses (Courtesy of DVF)

-Julia DiNardo

June 21, 2012

(Trying) to Beat the Heat, While Keeping My Footwear Comfy and Stylish

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Most of the east coast has been experiencing an extreme heat wave the past few days, and air-conditioning is the only reprieve from the sweltering climate. Work marches ahead, despite the temperature, and I had a full day of events and running around to do, but foolishly wore new shoes at the outset of the day-MAJOR mistake! With the heat, my feet ballooned and naturally got blisters, cuts, and rub marks almost immediately, so as my gait got slower and slower as time progressed, I knew there was no Band-Aid that could help me stay in the shoes at that point- time for a shoe switch!

Luckily, these little jellies had just arrived, and I anxiously removed the killer shoes and slipped my toesies into what can only be described as akin to a spa-like experience — seriously. Comfortable, soft, with a squishy insole, my feet were instantly soothed. Guess where these cute little jellies are from? CROCS! YES – they are Crocs — the Adrina Flat in Aqua and Celery is $39.99, and features their signature Croslite material on the outside and footbed to aid with circulation and provide a massage-like experience. Honestly, never in my life would I think you’d see an outfit post here about Crocs, but seriously, they saved the day.

I would rather walk a mile in uncomfortable shoes than be comfortable in un-stylish ones, so believe me when I tell you Crocs has got some new styles in that will re-define the way you think about the brand, especially if you just dismiss them as gardening shoes. Besides this style, I’m really digging the  A-LeighLeather Wedge, Sexi Sandal, Carlisa Mini Wedge, and Twentie Wedge.

What do you think– would you try a pair of fashion-forward Crocs?

-Julia DiNardo

Full Disclosure: Crocs provided footwear to Fashion Pulse Daily for review.