Sensible Stylista x Madden Girl: Part 2

It's time for part two of my Madden Girl collab! I'm super excited to tell you guys about today's OOTD.  I styled a classic black & white look for y'all but gave it my own lil' twist.  I started with a simple, checkered top from Old Navy (available here for $29.94).  I wanted to get my print game on so I paired it with a classic tweed mini from Banana Republic (available here for $34.99), and I threw on my Donna Degnan jacket on top to tie the whole look together.  

It's hands down one of the coolest pieces I own.  I've seriously been wearing it with everything because it's so fashionable.  I really can't recommend it enough.  Now, it's not cheap, haha.  It def. costs a pretty penny, but it's totally worth it in my opinion.  Sometimes, you just need to invest.  I personally spend moolah on classics I'll wear forever and truly unique designs I fall in love with. This jacket obviously falls in the second category!  Clicky HERE if you're interested in purchasing this baby...

Let's take a look at my adorable hat courtesy of Madden Girl.  I feel like hats make such wonderful fall accessories.  How do you guys feel about them - are they a do or a don't? If you're a fan, is there a specific kind you like? Berets, floppy hats, etc.

Just in case you want to shop my look:

Pajama Pants for the Office

Alright guys, I'm pumped to tell y'all about my new pants from Gap.  These bottoms are ridiculously comfortable - they're like pajama pants for the office, ha.  Made of 100% rayon, they have interior drawcord ties with an elasticized back waistband.  They seriously just look like printed dress pants though.  Good call on the hidden drawstring, designers!  Regarding fit, they lie low on the waist, and they're fairly loose - they still look polished though because they taper towards the bottom. For those of you interested, these pants are available here in green floral and gray - the version I'm wearing below is (unfortunately) sold out.  

Anywho, let's talk a bit more about today's OOTD.  I paired my joggers with a neutral sweater to match and threw on a moto jacket for a bit of edge. I carried my Prada saffiano and wore my fave heels from Castro to top things off.  If I could go back in time, I'd accessorize with a fun statement necklace! Oh well. I was in a hurry because I set my alarm for 6:30 PM instead of AM, oy. I hate when I do stupid stuff like that, ha.  What do you guys think of these pants?  Would you wear 'em to work?  If so, how would you style them?

Shop my look:

The Tiered Crepe Dress

I'm all about my new crepe dress from Banana Republic.  Don't you just love the color?  I may or may not have a soft spot for all things mustard.  I know pros say yellows clash with asian skin tones, but I don't care.  I think it looks good, and that's all that matters.  Personal style is exactly that. Personal.  Wear what you want, when you want.  If you happen to like something that's trending, great!  If not, who cares.  Wear what makes YOU happy!  It's all about confidence anyways.  

Anywho, if you're interested in this dress, make sure you pick it up STAT because it's currently on sale HERE for $49.99 - it was originally $140 so you're getting a good deal.  This dress is made of 100% polyester, but it feels like silk.  Like all BR designs, this item is quality.  Everything from the fabric to the cut is legit.  The graceful tiers will ooze sophistication and elegance, and as a plus, you'll get tons of wear out of it because it works all year long - wear it sans jacket in warm weather and layer like nobody's business in the Fall & Winter.

It was fairly warm today so I threw on a light jacket and walked out the door.  Man, the weather here has been giving me serious whiplash.  It's freezing one day and totally warm the next. I have NO idea what's going on, but I def. don't mind the spring-y weather.  Mid-60s? Uh, yes please. Andddd I totally just got off topic.   Again.  Sorry!  I'm kind of all over the place right now.  Let's get back to today's look!  I picked my jacket up at Saks Off Fifth a few months ago.  I fell in love with the design at first sight and bought it without thinking twice - it's Free People in case you were wondering. Now, to finish off today's OOTD, I carried my Coach crossbody (you can never go wrong with a bit of animal print) and accessorized with my fave tassel necklace!