Workwear Wednesday: The Printed Shift

Dear shift dresses, thank you for existing.  You make my life so much better, especially when I have fat days.  You know just how to make me feel pretty, ha.  In all seriousness though, shift dresses are the bees knees.  They're cute, comfortable, and super easy to style.  Simply throw a dress on, accessorize with a statement necklace, put on heels (black & neutral = classic standard), and grab your everyday bag.  Four very easy steps for an insanely chic ensemble.  If I'm in a rush, BOOM, my handy dandy formula saves the day!

I don't have any links for you guys today, BUT, I can share other fabulous options with you all.  Here are some other adorable shifts for you guys to browse (varying price points):

Let's take a closer look at my necklace!  My mom picked this piece up for me at Talbots a while back because it was on sale for $30!  I absolutely adore the design - it's timeless.  My mom has the BEST taste.  In fact, I'm going to feature her on SS one of these days.  I swear, she looks like she could be my sister!  Every time we go out, no one believes she's my mom.  I guess we just look like friends hanging out, ha. Let's hope her genes help ME out when I'm older *grins*

Dress:  c/o Darling || Necklace:  Talbots || Shoes:  Qupid || Bag:  Badgley Mischka

Sponsor Spotlight: Nicole Lee

I'm SO excited to tell you guys all about Nicole Lee today on SS.  They're an LA based handbag company that first launched in 2004.  They define fashion as, " an ever changing entity that is consistently incorporating cultural and social traits in his designs."  Created with top quality fabric, their fashion forward designs take the world of handbags to a new level.  They draw inspiration from European runways, NY lifestyle, and Cali's casual yet trendy street fashion.  Their designs are available in thousands of fine boutique shops throughout the the and abroad such as London, Paris, Tokyo, Milan, and more!

I had a chance to review their Tori sandals, and I'm totally in love!  They're so comfortable, and I absolutely love the whimsical print.  I've been wearing them everywhere - they're perfect for running errands, and in my opinion, they're cuter than Birkenstocks.  Regarding size, I recommend that you go down a 1/2 size for the correct fit!  The bottoms massage your feet like whoa.  They're currently on sale here for $49.49 - they were originally $65.99.

Here are a few of my other fave Nicole Lee picks...

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My New Favorite Store

So, I officially have a new favorite store!  I'm ALL about Francesca's.  I don't know why I decided to check 'em out recently, but I'm super glad I did.  Everything they carry is gold.  I literally walked around their entire shop thinking, "oh my gosh, I want to BUY their store!"  I actually only bought these shorts, but if I had unlimited funds, I would've purchased all their dresses, ha. 

These bottoms were on sale for $10.  Yay for clearance sales!  They're so cute and comfortable!  I absolutely love the print, and the side bow-tie is beyond adorable.  I styled them with my new H&M shirt, also purchased for $10.  I'm actually really proud of today's look because the entire ensemble is under $80, including the shoes and bag!  I'm thinking about starting a new series called, "Under $100."  What do you guys think? Would that be helpful?

Anyways, back to my today's look!  Let's take a closer look at my top!  Isn't the embellished neckline on point? It's like a built-in necklace!  I can't wait to wear this shirt to work.  I'm going to pair it with a pretty skirt and a sharp blazer *grins*

Jacket:  Oasap || Shorts:  Francesca's || Top:  H&M || Bag: Amiclubwear || Shoes:  Amiclubwear