Red and White Stripes by Night

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For the last post of this three part series, ensemble on a budget,

we style the dress for a night out on the town.

I am ready to take on the Queen City, wouldn't you say? :)

For the evening look, I reached again for my trustee Gap denim jacket.

I have this jacket in two washes.  The darker I've had since college, 

and the lighter wash for about five years.  I seriously wear this 

baby everywhere; certainly more than my blue jeans!

As you can see, all of the jewelry; bracelets, earrings, necklace, 

rings, as well as the clutch and belt, were used in the post for our 

casual day look.  I brought in my favorite pair of heels for this 

summer, which I purchased at Step by Sloan, and threw on this

straw ribbon trimmed fedora for my little K-Fed fix.

It's summer and still light out, so I'm keeping it real with my shades.

I've always loved hats, more than I actually wear them.  I own quite

a few.  I had so much fun styling this one for these pictures, so I'm

not quite sure why I don't wear them more.  This will be my inspiration!

I hope this post, and the prior two, inspire you to do a little mixing

and matching (and saving) from your closet as well!

Dress: Pink and Blue at South Park Mall, here's one in red and white, and one in black and white, Jacket: Gap (old), but here's one, Belt: Pink & Blue at South Park Mall, I also love this one and this one, Sunglasses: Blinde, but here's a less expensive, similar pair, Hat: Gap (old) here's one, Shoes: Maria Sharapova by Cole Haan, Earrings: Gifted, Bracelets: old, Ring: BCBG (old), but here's my current favorite statement ring, Clutch: Coach (old), here's one.

If you enjoyed this ensemble on a budget series, I'd love to know!

If there is something you would like to see on the Queen City Style, 

please tell me!  It is so much fun to interact with readers in such a 

fun and creative way.  Email me at thequeencitystyle@yahoo.com

For the love of using what you got, in great style...

Thanks for reading!  Whitley  

Red and White Stripes for Work

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As a follow up to yesterday's post, I was asked by a reader to 

create an outfit on a budget.  Thus, we are showcasing one dress

styled three ways.  In yesterday's post, we styled this basic red and 

white striped dress for a casual day look.   As I mentioned yesterday, 

this dress cost less than $40; a steal if you ask me!  Today, we are 

styling the dress for the purpose of a work ensemble.

I exchanged yesterday's denim jacket for a classic white blazer, (mine is 

from an old BR skirt suit), to create a more tailored, professional look.

I kept some of the accessories--the earrings, rings and necklace, but 

I switched out the belt, opting for less eye grabbing, more neutral color,

in order to keep the ensemble a little more on the reserved side.  

Additionally, I swapped the clutch for a small shoulder bag, the sandals

for a pair of classic pumps, and the bracelet to coordinate with my shoes.

I kept the side braids in my hair, but I opted for a more sleek, pulled 

back 'do, which presents a more polished and professional look.

Dress: Pink & Blue at South Park Mall, here's one in red and white, and one in black and white, Jacket: Banana Republic (old), but here's one, Belt: Pink & Blue at South Park Mall, but here's one I love, Sunglasses: Blinde, here's a less expensive similar pair, Purse: Coach (old), here's one, Pumps: Belonged to my Great-Grandmother (so classic!), here's a fabulous pair, Earrings: Gifted, Necklace and Left arm bracelet: Belonged to my Grandmother, Right Arm Bracelet: ivy & leo, here's a favorite chain link bracelet, Ring: BCBG (old), but here's my favorite new statement ring.

What do you think?  Is this a look you could wear to your office?  

I could see this possibly not working in the bank or courtroom, which

make up a large contingency of professionals in the Queen City.

Bring down the hem a few inches, and you should be just fine.

Perhaps swap the dangling earrings for pearls or other studs.

Tailor the look so that it is appropriate for your work place.

For the love of mixing it up in great style!  Whitley