Back in uniform. I was not kidding when I said I wear shorts to work a lot during the summer. Gosh, do you remember when wearing shorts to the office was risqué? I wonder if next summer I will be comfortable wearing short shorts to work? Anyway, today’s outfit features brown knee-length shorts. The pants are topped off by a fresh and cool plaid jacket layered over a tan camisole. Patent leather orange t-strap wedges finish the look.
To read about how I snagged this cool jacket, go here.
Jacket—Calvin Klein via Lord & Taylor Pants—The Limited Camisole—Old NavyShoes—Franco Sarto via Marshalls
Plaid (neutral base with hints of orange and gold):
Dear Goddess of discount designs: You did it again. I love the orange shoes. Really, you need to give up your day job and take us mere mortals shopping who leave Marshall’s with nothing more than a headache and the desire to pay full retail just in hopes of finding something fabulous.
Great outfit!!
hmmm nice, very casual..shorts are def ure thing
love the clothes
I wear shorts to work in the summer all the time as well. I think I would go crazy if they went out of style for the office. 🙂
I remember when Lord and Taylor went out of business. At the time I was still in school so I didn’t have a lot to spend on clothes, but I did snag a scarf that was on clearance.
Psyche! Where do you work? If I wore shorts to work I would definitely get the side eye. I’m lovin’ the look and totally wish I could get away with it.
great blazer and shoes!
a kiss!!!
I just got those shorts last night at TJ Maxx and I have them on today at work too!! I love them. They are perfect for work. I have on a yellow tank, and a short sleeve khaki blazer. I have the shorts in brown, grey and tan! Love Them!!
La Belette Rouge: Awwww…I really appreciate you saying that. And, it is official, I am changing my name! Ha. I often fantasize about a life in the industry of style. This blog journey has at least allowed me to stick my toe into that world. Maybe someday!
Fresh & Fab: Thanks. I have grown so comfortable in them. And, this length allows me to work with my 5’4″ stature.
Aizat.cinta.goddess: Thanks for stopping by! This jacket is an old favorite of mine.
Maggie: Me too! Shorts are so easy! Glad you got that scarf. I cleaned up when Lord & Taylor was going out of business. I swear I was in there like everyday until the racks were cleared.
Oh that Girl: I work at a University. And, as much as I get on the academy for not being fashion forward, I do have a lot of freedoms, and wearing what I want is one of them. Academics mostly try to look like they don’t care about how they look. But, I do. I took me a while to get comfortable with that. My students appreciate it too 🙂
Kira Fashion: Thanks, Kira!
Chicstyelz: Your outfit sounds fabulous! I know you are in the business of making others beautiful, but do you ever show personal outfits? I would love to see some!
Shorts for work!!! not a bad idea..But girls will play with my hairs in legs.
Wow, look so those gorgeouse orange shoes!!!
I need orange ones!!!
You look great, love the blazer.
I’m feeling pressure about those gladiators, don’t know how to wear them and I feel everybody is expecting too much of me… 🙁
xxxx
I love the added color of the shoes-I am 5’4 also so Shorts are so easy for the summer for me also. I alternate between shorts and capris. This look is fabulous
Cute outfit. Are those shoulder pads?
The shoes are awesome!!! I love the color.
these shoes are really adorable.
Karthik: Lol. Maybe the girls will, but women don’t like hair like that.
Seeker: Thanks. But, how is it that you don’t have orange shoes? I need the other colors you do have!
Diva: I really cannot believe that you are 5’4″! You work your shorts and capris. I have vowed to never buy capri shorts again in life. They hit my calves in the wrong spot 🙂
Twinkle Twinkle: Damn! You caught me. This jacket sure does have subtle padding in the shoulders 🙂 I guess my straight pose helps to show that too, huh.
Sara: Another fabulous Marshalls find. Thanks for stopping by!
Chililady: They are very comfortable too! Despite all the talk about wedges, I have never found them comfortable until this pair.
Beautiful jacket and the shoes are hot!
Shorts done like this are absolutely perfect for the office. I’m glad they’re an option now. Sort of makes me wish I worked in an office again!
NOT!!!!!!
I love the plaid jacket, the colors are really great.
I remember the first time I wore short to work…it didn’t help matters that I was fond of wearing my shirt unbuttoned to my sternum..lol
Danz: Thank ya!
Enc: Ha. I wish I could wear skorts to work on occasion.
Imelda Matt: AHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
Hey sweetie,
Love this outfit on you. Especially the orange shoes, you love you some T-strap shoes like I love ankle-straps 🙂 Cute as always!!
Budget Chic: Ha. Thanks. You are so right about that one–I love t-straps sandals! I like the look of ankle straps (and you work the hell out of those), but they cut my leg off, and at just 5’4″, I cannot afford that 🙂
That jacket is indeed a great find. You look absolutely marvelous, just lover-lee in that outfit.
I would love to do a link exchange with you. Your style is very fresh and sophisticated urbane.
P.S. I love your blog’s name. You have many good pointers on shopping and many great pieces that work very well.
Glamour on a budget is always good.
Cheryl Lynn: I appreciate the very kind words! And, I would love to trade links. Let’s do that!
Those shoes are super awesome
xoxo
Toni Alexis: They were such a cool find.
good idea, wear shorts for work, nice shorts, cool blazer, nice shoes..looks nice:)