The Ann Taylor Polka Dot Jacquard Skirt...

Yes, it arrived yesterday.  Yes, I know that I just wore this blouse here a few days ago... but from the moment I saw this wonderful skirt, there was no other blouse in my closet that I wanted to pair it with.

I am so happy with the outcome. 

When I saw it, I did not hesitate.  I immediately jetted over to Ann Taylor Loft's Website and ordered my own.  LOVE IT!  When I saw the package in my mailbox last night I almost cried.  Kidding.

Seriously, I knew that it would get its debut today.  I simply could not wait to wear it.

It is only lunchtime and I have received numerous compliments.  Numerous.  One while waiting on DART this morning.  Two in the elevator coming up to the office.  Yet another from the shoeshine man down in the lobby.  Pause... breathe... Albert is one of my most valued fashion critics.  He has been "helping" me for years.  If Albert doesn't like something I wear, it is not likely to see the rotation again.  Hee Hee

Do any of you have a gentleman that you look to for advice/critics on your wardrobe?

Moving on...

Unfortunately, the pictures I took are less than ideal.  None of them really show the detailing in this lovely Jacquard Elongated Pencil Skirt from the Loft.  As of this post it was still available.

For this reason, I beg Lindsey's forgiveness for using this photo.  I hope that is okay?  Her pictures just do such a far better job of illustrating just how gorgeous this skirt truly is.  She has styled it pretty amazingly as well, huh?  If you have never read her blog (Saucy Glossie), you are missing out.  Impeccable style.

So on to my boring photos...

First, the skirt... It is the subtle polka dot detailing that makes it unique in my eyes.

Next, the blouse.  Again, that subtle polka dot pattern.  match made in heaven.

Well?

And together...

Throw in my lovely beige suede heels...

... and an ensemble has come together.

I am LOVING this outfit!  This combination is probably going to make regular appearances in the rotation.

Hee Hee

Is there anything in your closet that you find yourself wanting to wear all of the time?

Any combinations that just seem to keep calling to one another?

So now I am off to wonder the halls of our building in search of another compliment or two.  To obvious?

Hee Hee

Have A Wonderful Day!

-- The Leather Skirt --

Today We Live On The Sun...

So yesterday morning rolls around and I excitedly race to the computer to share what I have planned for the day but when I try to log-in to my beloved blog, I find that there are some sort of issues?

Apparently my blog has "detected unusual activity?"

What does that mean?  I honestly have no idea but what I do know is it was almost 24 hours before the issue could be resolved so I missed my post yesterday.  Ugh!

Drat!!!

I was on a roll, too.

After months of inconsistency (okay, near non-existence), I had posted for several days in a row.

I was prepared to keep the streak alive and then in steps the computer... or was it the Internet... maybe it was the server (now we are way out in a land I do not understand, Hee Hee)... or perhaps it had something to do with the sun spots?  I know they get blamed for cell phone problems on occasion?

Anyway...

It is HOT here in Texas today.  The weatherman says 100 degrees (Fahrenheit) but I would sooner believe it is 120.  I swear it was already 100 degrees when I left for work this morning.

Needless to say, no leather skirt today.  Probably not all week.  Oh well, I have some different ideas for the week anyway.  Hee Hee

Today I decided that the "no white after Labor Day" rule could not possibly include anyone who is actually living on the face of the sun and that certainly feels like the case today.

With that said...

A simple white t-shirt by Ann Taylor Loft.  Lightweight, attractive. 

BTW... speaking of Ann Taylor Loft... can't wait to show you this glorious skirt that I bought from their website the other day.  Should be here any day!

Definitely a bit "casual" for me at the office but I am not anticipating any clients today so all should be well.  Besides, I am living on the sun.

Isn't this skirt just darling?  I call it my "Venice Skirt" as the scenery in the print reminds me of Venice.

Again, a little "casual" for an office day but I think it works.

Pair the two together...

Since I understand that a little touch of "formal" is probably in order, I go with my white Bandolino heels.  Ladies, if you have never owned a pair of Bandolino's... get some... now! 

Simple, yet elegant.  I think it is a nice touch to an otherwise "casual" ensemble.

What do you think?

And the whole outfit...

I really do feel quite "pretty" today.  Maybe it is because I am a bit of an Easter Egg?  Hee Hee

Computer problems set me back.  Or was it Blogger?  Maybe just the Internet?  I don't know but no matter the reason... The Leather Skirt Blog was shut down for a day and I missed my self imposed deadline and have been forced to start again.

My simple goal, post my outfit every day this week.  Stay tuned...

-- The Leather Skirt --