The Ruffled Black Skirt: Day to Night

Soooo Workwear Wednesday didn't quite work out this week - sorry guys, I had to share my Lookmazing contest entry yesterday.  I didn't mean to throw y'all off schedule!  On that note though, I'd absolutely love it if you could help me out and vote for my look HERE.  As a plus, you'd automatically be entered to win a $50 gift card to Aeropostale.  It's a total win-win *grins*

ANYWHO, since I was lame, I did a fun day-to-night look today on SS to make it up to y'all.  I've partnered up with Storets and centered my looks around a fab ruffled skirt.  If you'd like to browse their collection, clicky here.

Skirt:  c/o Storets / Bag: Prada / Top: Talbots

TIP: don't be afraid to wear bold prints and colors on top when you're sportin' a solid black skirt!  You really can't go wrong because your skirt's, in essence, a neutral canvas. Go all out and throw on chunky jewelry while you're at it.  If my neckline was different, I would've totally worn a crazy statement necklace!  If you want to wear big earrings, try putting your mane up in an updo.  Topknots always look chic!  

For night, I swapped my blouse for a sexy faux-leather crop.  I threw my hair up. wore huge silver hoops, and carried a lacy clutch.

TIP:  experiment with different vibes!  I took a girly skirt and paired it with an edgy crop for funsies.  Unexpected combos are the best! Remember, style's all about taking risks.  Wear whatever makes you feel beautiful.  Screw what's "hot".  You can pull off ANYTHING if you feel confident.  That's the x-factor in my (humble) opinion.

Top:  Forever 21 / Skirt:  c/o Storets / Earrings:  c/o Mint & Lolly / Clutch:  c/o Mimi Boutique

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Lookmazing x Aeropostale: Who Wore It Best Contest

Alright guys, I need your help!  I've been selected to compete in LookMazing's Who Wore It Best Contest.  I'd absolutely LOVE it if you could sign up and vote for my look!  Your support would be the world to me.  Plus, it's kind of a win-win situation.  Be super nice and help me out, and you'll automatically be entered to win a $50 gift card to Aeropostale.  Yay for free swag!  I know I usually share office-friendly looks with you guys on Wednesdays, but I'll do that tomorrow - had to make an exception this week.

FYI: LookMazing is a fashion and beauty focused social shopping site that connects content creators (bloggers) with shoppers.  Content creators are rewarded for making their photos and videos shoppable, while shoppers are rewarded for shopping!  Rewards are earned in the form of points and are redeemable for items in your wishlist from LookMazing's 300+ partner retailers.  

To enter/help me out because you love me *grins*:

1.  Sign up for LookMazing and "admire" me HERE.

2.  Vote for me by "winking" at my look HERE.

The winner will be announced on June 5, 2015 and a voter will be selected at random to win a $50 gift card to Aeropostale.  

Love, love, LOVE my new crop top and skater skirt courtesy of Aeropostale.  High-waisted skirts and crops work so well together - super easy to pull off for sure.  Make sure you guys check out Bethany Mota's collection at Aero.  Her collabs with them are on fleek!