Back To The Grind...

Thanksgiving Weekend is over and my trip was wonderful.  Even the flying part was tollarable.  The weekend was busy and my my flight was later getting back in than originally planned but I am so glad that I went.

I hope that you had a great holiday weekend as well?

Anyway, I had planned this huge post detailing what I had packed for my trip but, alas, the opportunity just didn't present itself.  Ugh!  Does anyone else ever have a post idea in their head that just never materializes?  Frustrating... at least for me. Given that it is Monday and the entire trip is over, I figured that it is best to just move on.  Oh well.

I don't really know why I titled this post that way, I truly love my job, perhaps a little too much.  Hee Hee

With that said, Monday is the start of a new work week and although I cannot say I actually look forward to it, I do not dread it at all.  Returning to work after a long weekend is especially fun for me.  It is good to see most everyone again, catch up on their lives, just re-engage.  But it is Monday AND it is quite chilly today... at least for this part of the country... so I went with a nice cozy sweater and some tall boots.  Yummy.

Here is what I am wearing today...

Both the sweater and the skirt are from Harold's but I don't know for sure if I bought them at the same time.  I have had them both for some time.  I have said it before but I REALLY miss Harold's.  Such classic stuff.

This sweater is SO SOFT and SO WARM.  I love to pair it with so many things in my closet at this time of the year.  You will definitely see it again.  Some say that whites and beige are boring tones, I say that they are versatile and classic.  

 LOVE this skirt.  I think it is so sharp.  What do you think?

Simple combination but I think these two pieces were born to go together.  Speaking of Born...

If you have read my blog for a little while you last saw these boots here.  Hint... you will probably see them again.  Hee Hee

These are one of my favorite pairs of boots.  This particular pair is by Born.  If you have never owned a pair of Born boots, get some.  Comfortable and sharp.  Killer combination.

I am not sure that it is possible to have too many good pairs of tall boots.  I wear them 8-9 months a year.  The summer months are just too hot but come that first little cool spell I will break them out regularly all the way through Memorial Day.  How much of the year do your taller boots get to see the street?

With that my lunch hour is rapidly drawing to a close.  Have a great day!

- The Leather Skirt -

Casual Friday... Not Really For Me...

Friday is always a bit of a challenge for me with regard to my wardrobe.  Our office does honor the whole "Casual Friday" thing so many of my office mates imbrace the concept in all of its glory.  Actually, most of them do.  That's okay, it just isn't me.

I am more comfortable and feel more confident when I have "dressed up" so I tend to do just that most days of the week.  I am the one that has even been known to "dress up" even when I know I will be staying home all day.  Call me geek, I can take it.  Hee Hee

With that said, here is what I chose to wear to work today:

Ordinarily I would have gone straight for the black boots but this morning I decided to step a little outside of my "comfort zone" and go with the chestnut color.  Did it work?

I think the blouse & skirt just go so well together.  How about you?

Thought I would include the closeup on the neckline because I think you have got to see the frilliness (word?) to truly appreciate just how "girly" it really is.

No way I would let you go without a closeup on these boots.  LOVE them.  Had them for years.  In my estimation it is not possible to own too many good pairs of boots.  These are Born.  NOTHING is more comfortable.  I have owned many brands over the years but I have slowly (still working on it) weeded out the others in favor of a closet filled exclusively with Born boots.  Try them sometime.

Suffice it to say, I feel quite "feminine" today.  The skirt is flowing and a beautiful paisley pattern.  Although certainly not silk, it feels light and airy the way silk does.  The blouse is just the same.  One problem, I really should pay more attention to the local weather forecast.  Ha!  A little cold today for "light & airy".  As much as I love my leathers I manage to pick the first freeze of the year to step out in this ensemble.  Ironic, huh? 

Well, I had planned to ramble on about how I have been the "skirts & blouse girl" since about 8th grade but, alas, time has caught up to me so I will save that for another day.  I just know you are on the edge of your seat...

Hope You Have A Sensational Weekend!

- The Leather Skirt -